Francisco Goyoaga Mollet Wins $20,000 Grand Prix to Close Out WEC – Wilmington Spring Series

Wilmington, Ohio – The $20,000 Grand Prix took center stage Sunday morning to close out the 2025 World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Spring Series. FEI level III course designer Catsy Cruz (MEX) designed a track that proved doable for the field of horses and riders, seeing 12 combinations move onto the jump-off phase. Francisco Goyoaga Mollet (ESP) ultimately raced to the victory with Ashland Farms’ […]Read More

Simon McCarthy Scores $65,000 IDA Development Grand Prix CSI2* Victory at WEC – Wilmington Spring II 

Wilmington, OH – The highlight event of the second international week at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) welcomed 27 top horse-and-rider combinations representing five nations for the $65,000 IDA Development Grand Prix CSI2*. Spectators were on the edge of their seats for a thrilling nine-horse jump-off, where Ireland’s Simon McCarthy clinched victory with his own Narcotique V/H Dingenshof (Harley x Chacco-Blue) by just seven […]Read More

Kelly Arani Shines in the $10,000 Shoo-fly USHJA National Hunter Derby at WEC – Wilmington Spring II

Wilmington, Ohio – Hunter riders braved the rain at WEC – Wilmington Friday afternoon for the $10,000 Shoo-fly USHJA National Open Hunter Derby of Spring II. Kelly Arani ultimately dominated the field, securing first and third place honors with Madewell (Cardento x Tinka’s Queen) and Carosello (Cumano x Vibelle Z), respectively. Taking over the ride temporarily for her sister, Arani knew she could count on […]Read More

David Blake Secures One-Two Finish in the $32,000 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* at WEC – Wilmington Spring II  

Wilmington, Ohio – Thirty-three horse-and-rider combinations met at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) first thing Thursday morning for the $32,000 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* of Spring II. Not only was Ireland’s David Blake the pathfinder, but he also managed to pilot both of his mounts, J.Diago and Cornwall BH, to double clear efforts to secure a one-two finish. Aboard the Pine Hollow Farm entry, […]Read More

Kevin Gallagher & Echonix Stand Alone in the $20,000 Grand Prix of WEC – Wilmington Spring I

Wilmington, Ohio – It was until the final horse-and-rider combination that a clear round was produced in the $20,000 Grand Prix on Sunday morning of World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Spring I. FEI level IV course designer Alan Wade (IRL) crafted a track that out of 16 entries, only Kevin Gallagher (IRL) found the path to success aboard Conor Swail’s Echonix (Aganix Du Seigneur x […]Read More

Victoria Birdsall Wins First-Ever $65,000 Grand Prix CSI2* at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington 

Wilmington, OH – A picture-perfect spring day provided the ideal backdrop for the first-ever international grand prix at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC). Twenty-three horse-and-rider combinations gathered in the Outdoor Jumper Arena during the Spring I show, each hoping to capture the coveted top title in the $65,000 Grand Prix CSI2*. After a thrilling six-horse jump-off, it was Victoria Birdsall aboard Abigail Wexner’s Las […]Read More

Melissa Donnelly & Corlando 49 Return to the Top in the $10,000 Kentucky Equine Research USHJA National Hunter Derby

Wilmington, Ohio – Hunters took the spotlight for the $10,000 Kentucky Equine Research USHJA National Hunter Derby at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Spring I Friday afternoon under the sun. Out of 15 horse field, Melissa Donnelly ultimately returned to the top with her tried-and-true Corlando 49 (Cartani x Olanda I). Bobby Murphy designed the flowing track that allowed numerous riders to reach scores into […]Read More

Kady Abrahamson & Kupardie Set the Pace in the $32,000 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* at WEC – Wilmington Spring I

Wilmington, Ohio – International competition kicked off bright and early at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC), where 27 athletes took on FEI Level IV course designer Alan Wade’s (IRL) track in the $32,000 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* during Spring I. As the first duo to go clear, Kady Abrahamson (USA) ultimately led the way to take the win aboard Nicole Carter’s Kupardie. “I just […]Read More

World Equestrian Center VOL I 2025 Out Now

As we step into 2025, World Equestrian Center (WEC) remains dedicated to providing a premier space for elite competition, world-class facilities, affordable opportunities, and lifelong memories. In this issue, we highlight the many special aspects of WEC, from equestrian sport to exceptional hospitality. We hear from dedicated exhibitors that have graciously shared their journeys with us in Wilmington, Ohio, and Ocala, Florida. Explore the digital issue or […]Read More

Wilmington Sunday Spotlight: Valerie Wunder

Wilmington, Ohio – The final Wilmington Sunday Spotlight of the 2025 Winter in the Midwest Series shines on Valerie Wunder. Riding out of Sarah Sturges LLC, Valerie has found success with her mare, Cix Degrees HH, in the Opportunity Limit Hunter and Equitation divisions. After taking a break from the show ring to racking up champion ribbons, we sat down with Valerie to learn more […]Read More