Dorothy Douglas Scores Second Success in $100,000 UF Health Grand Prix Aboard MTM Pablo 

Ocala, FL – Spectators and exhibitors alike gathered at the WEC Grand Arena at World Equestrian Center – Ocala for the fourth Saturday night event of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series, the $100,000 UF Health Grand Prix. Designed by FEI Level III course designer Ken Krome (USA), the intricate track set the stage for top-notch competitors hailing from nine different nations. Ultimately, it was […]Read More

Sam Pegg Sweeps $30,000 Grand Prix at WEC – Wilmington Winter Classic 7

Wilmington, Ohio – Canada’s Sam Pegg stole the show in the $30,000 Grand Prix at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 7, securing a one-two finish with Gin Tonic 158 (Graf Top x Hauptstutbuch) and Formidable Diamant (Diamant De Semilly x Nobel Lady), respectively. The professional athlete of Ten Sixty Stables rode four entries in the Saturday night class, taking home the lion’s share […]Read More

Sharn Wordley and Hagelin Best the Field in the $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix 

Ocala, FL – The $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix returned to the WEC Grand Arena under the lights to give the future superstars of show jumping a chance to compete in an atmosphere similar to the Saturday night grand prix. Ken Krome (USA) crafted a demanding course, and only four horse-and-rider duos advanced to the jump-off. Sharn Wordley (NZL) snagged the victory aboard North Face […]Read More

Geitner Secures First and Second in the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 

Ocala, FL – Nearly 90 stunning hunters graced the WEC Stadium during Week IV of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Keith Bollotte crafted the natural and open tracks for the three hunter derbies: $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby. Daniel Geitner once […]Read More

An ‘Incredible’ Day for Kelsey Epperson – Winner of the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby of Winter Classic 7

Wilmington, Ohio – Twelve points separated Kelsey Epperson and Pamella Kissman’s Incredible (El Salvador x Budine) from second place in the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 7. With two blue ribbons early in the week in the 3’6” Green Hunter division, the preparation to get ‘Jack’ to the ring was quite simple.   “We give him […]Read More

New for 2024: World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Offers Affordable Summer Schooling Show Series

WILMINGTON, Ohio – January 26, 2023 – For the first time, World Equestrian Center – Wilmington is pleased to introduce the 2024 Summer Schooling Show Series. WEC is thrilled to offer five weeks of affordable horse show opportunities for exhibitors to compete in our state-of-the-art outdoor arenas in classes from the walk-trot to the 1.20m jumpers. Exhibitors can expect the same quality, efficiency and family-friendly environment […]Read More

Megan Wexler and Psalm Prevail in the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix

Ocala, FL – A picturesque, sunny Florida day set the scene for the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Kenny Krome (USA), an accomplished FEI Level III course designer, crafted the inviting courses for today’s competition, where Megan Wexler (USA) clinched victory aboard Amen Corner Farm, LLC’s Psalm (Quasimodo Z x Truuske). A total of 11 horse-and-rider pairs navigated […]Read More

Pegg Saves the Best for Last in the $10,000 CWD Welcome Stake at WEC – Wilmington Winter Classic 7

Wilmington, Ohio – The Standlee Sanctuary welcomed horse-and-athlete combinations for the $10,000 CWD Welcome Stake during the World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 7, where Sam Pegg (CAN) saved the best for last with Formidable Diamant (Diamant De Semilly x Nobel Lady) to take the win. The coming nine-year-old Selle Francais gelding owned by Harlow Investment Enterprises LLC is a particularly special horse to […]Read More

Prestige Italia Announced as Partner at World Equestrian Center – Ocala 

January 25, 2024 – Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center (WEC) announced that Prestige Italia, a leading company in the production and distribution of saddles and equestrian accessories, is a partner for 2024 of WEC – Ocala in Ocala, FL. “Partnering with World Equestrian Center – Ocala is a true honor,” said Prestige Italia CEO Marco Baseggio. “At the heart of Prestige Italia’s philosophy is the dedication to technological innovation. WEC is the perfect venue […]Read More

What’s Happening this Week at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is hosting a full-week of exciting family-friendly events. Highlights include week IV of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series, the Ocala Home Show, and a delightful celebration of National Croissant Day at Emma’s Patisserie from Friday through Sunday.  Celebrate National Croissant Day all weekend at Emma’s Patisserie! Located on the first floor of The Equestrian Hotel, Emma’s […]Read More