Katy, Texas –  March 29, 2024 – The United States came close to earning the second consecutive major win at the Pin Oak Charity Horse Show last Wednesday. In the end, Avery Griffin (USA) on Candy of Picobello Z were nipped by Nicolas Gamboa (COL) and NKH Vittorio S, finishing second to them in the $25,000 Fairway Farm Grand Prix.

On his way to his most recent win, Gamboa and NKH Vittorio S were one of 11 entries to qualify to jump off over the Manuel Esparza-designed short course, and from there, speed was the name of the game.

When Gamboa returned to the Main Ring at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center as the final rider, the time to beat had been set at 39.287 seconds by Avery Griffin (USA) on Candy of Picobello Z – with no other riders having crossed the finish in under 40 seconds.

Final Results – $25,000 Fairway Farm Grand Prix

1) Nicolas Gamboa (COL) & NKH Vittorio S – 0 / 0 – 37.492

2) Avery Griffin (USA) & Candy of Picobello Z – 0 / 0 – 39.287

3) Alwaleed Alrashid (JOR) & RSH Grand-Dessert – 0 / 0 – 40.171

Source: Press Release from the Pin Oak Charity Horse Show

Photos: © Andrew Ryback Photography

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