Devon, Pennsylvania – September 13, 2025 – Saturday night’s $25,000 Devon Fall Classic Grand Prix, sponsored by Bryn Mawr Hospital & Main Line Health, drew a full crowd to the Dixon Oval for the final under-the-lights class of the year. Local favorites and international riders squared off in an exhilarating seven-horse jump-off. Ultimately, Elizabeth Traband (USA) and Eddie Blue prevailed and were presented with a blue ribbon and the “Ever After” Perpetual Trophy.

Thirty-seven horse-and-rider combinations took on Manuel Esparza’s (MEX) first-round course Saturday night. Traband executed her plan to break the track down jump by jump, delivering a double clear to secure her spot at the top.

Reflecting on her first Grand Prix victory, Traband said, “I don’t think you can explain it. Devon is a place you just dream about as a kid. It’s the place where you watch your first class. You really get the bug here, so it’s pretty full circle.”

Eddie Blue, while seasoned in the show ring, is a newer partner for Traband. Following the advice of his previous owner, Lori Larabee, she has taken her time to build a partnership over the past few months. “He is a once-in-a-lifetime horse,” shared Traband.

Final Results – $25,000 Devon Fall Classic Grand Prix, sponsored by Bryn Mawr Hospital & Main Line Health

1) Elizabeth Traband (USA) & Eddie Blue – 0 / 0 – 42.488

2) Collin Reynolds (USA) & Ideal HX – 0 / 0 – 42.566

3) Devin Ryan (USA) & Mondorado – 0 / 4 – 39.564

Source: Press Release from Phelps Media Group for the Devon Classic

Photos: © Phelps Sports / Mane Source & Media

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