Luis Sabino Gonçalves and Scoop De Septon Z Shake Things Up in the $75,000 Tequila Scenario Grand Prix

Ocala, FL – The first Grand Prix of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala electrified the WEC Grand Arena on an unseasonably cool evening, as spectators and exhibitors packed the stands to witness the $75,000 Tequila Scenario Grand Prix. The event culminated in a thrilling 11-horse jump-off, with Luis Sabino Gonçalves (POR) and Sigma Stables LLC’s Scoop De Septon […]Read More

Plot Twist: Hunter Holloway and Story Hour Win the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 

Ocala, FL – The first Hunter Derby Friday of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series showcased nearly 70 horse-and-rider combinations in three highly competitive classes: the $20,000  Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3′ Open Hunter Derby and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby.  Canadian course designer Meghan Rawlins crafted elegant, flowing tracks that set the stage for top scores […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Appoints Doug Brooks as Senior Director of Hospitality

Ocala, Florida – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Brooks as Senior Director of Hospitality. With over 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Brooks brings a wealth of expertise in hotel operations, sales, marketing and team development. Brooks’ distinguished career includes significant tenures with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, where he specialized in opening new hotels […]Read More

Countdown to the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala 

Ocala, FL – The wait over—the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series is underway! From January 1 to March 23, 2025, exhibitors and spectators will enjoy 12 weeks of premier hunter/jumper competition at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, featuring ten weeks of international competition.   This year’s series brings even more international competition, including the five-star Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala CSI5*-W from February 11-16 and […]Read More

International Competition Highlights the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala 

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is set to deliver an unparalleled Jumping experience during the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series, offering more internationally rated competition than ever before. Running from January 1 through March 23, 2025, the 12-week circuit features 10 weeks of international competition and boasts more than $10 million in prize money.   Highlights for international competitors include three CSI3* weeks, […]Read More

2025 World Equestrian Center – Ocala Dressage Competition Calendar Confirmed With Eleven Competitions

Ocala, FL – The 2025 dressage competition calendar, sponsored by Hampton Green Farms at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC), has been confirmed with all seven Fédération Equestre International (FEI)-rated events approved. The year will include shows in all but one month, allowing dressage riders and horses to compete and improve throughout the year with climate-controlled environments for stabling and riding no matter what kind of weather. The […]Read More

Tickets Now Available for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala CSI5*-W

Ocala, FL – Tickets are now available for the evening of Saturday, February 15, 2025, to witness the $300,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala featuring the world’s top horses and riders competing under the lights of the Grand Arena. This prestigious event will bring Olympic-level talent to Ocala for an unforgettable night of five-star competition. About the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala World Equestrian Center – […]Read More

Tracy Fenney and MTM Apple Cap Off the Year on a Sweet Note in $75,000 MARS Equestrian Grand Prix 

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala was alive with excitement as the final grand prix of 2024 unfolded amid an enchanting Winter Wonderland. Thirty-seven horse-and-rider combinations representing 13 nations competed for top honors in the $75,000 MARS Equestrian Grand Prix. Fresh off a national grand prix victory from last week, Tracy Fenney (USA) and her fan-favorite partner, MTM Apple (Favorit Ask x Kong’s […]Read More

Marek and Fayvel Add Second Win at WEC December Dressage

December 14, 2024 – Ocala, FL – Anna Marek (USA) rode Cynthia Davila’s Fayvel to a second victory during the WEC December Dressage CDI-W presented by Hampton Green Farms at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Marek and Fayvel led the Grand Prix Special CDI3* with a score of 71.213%. Kevin Kohmann (USA) and Giulietta, a 13-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare by Bordeaux […]Read More

Double Helix Victories for Lyle at World Equestrian Center – Ocala December Dressage CDI-W Show

December 13, 2024 – Ocala, FL – U.S. Olympians Adrienne Lyle and Helix added a second victory for the week to their tally as they led the way in the Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W, presented by MARS Equestrian™ on Friday, December 13, 2024, at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) during the December Dressage CDI-W presented by Hampton Green Farms. It was a solid win for the […]Read More