Hartpury
CCI-S4*
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British Open Championship
1. Zara Tindall
onClass Affair (Socks)

SIRE
DAM
SIRE OF DAM
Zara and 17 year old Class Affair have claimed one of the most coveted titles on British soil, winning the prestigious British Eventing Open Championship.
Following the dressage, the pair sat in 17th on a respectable 32.9. Following two incredible jumping phases Zara finished with a final score of 33.3, placing her at the top of a stellar field.
Additionally, Zara was also awarded the Highest Placed British Rider Trophy for being the closest to the optimum time.
Well done Zara and Class Affair!
Photo credit : Angie Lock
Class Affair (Socks) made his way to the very south of France this week, to compete in the Pau 5*.
After a good trip down, Socks arrived in great form, ahead of Friday's dressage test.
The test went well and Socks was very rideable. He coped well with the atmosphere in the arena, finishing the test on a score of 35.6.
He then went on to jump clear around the cross country on Saturday, although picking up some time faults.
Socks jumped really well on Sunday in the showjumping phase, and despite sadly having 2 fences down, we are very pleased with him.
After a good start in the dressage, unfortunately Socks and Zara had an early departure from Burghley after a fall on cross country day.
It was strong run up until the pair parted company at fence 16b.
As you can see from the video in the gallery below, it was a rapid exit from the saddle and our huge thanks go to a vital sponsor Racesafe, for their super body protection which has allowed us to walk away as easily as we have done.
Socks is fine and out in the field having a nice break, thanks to the wider Defender Burghley team and groom Ellen.
We are looking forward to getting back out at the next event.
Photo Credits - Angie Lock


