Thermal, United States – December 11, 2025 – Two Americans finished among the top three in the $182,000 Great American Insurance Group Qualifier CSI 5*, held as part of Desert Holiday 2 on Thursday at Desert International Horse Park (DIHP).

The third pair to return, Callie Schott (USA) and Southern Arches’ Garant set the time to beat at 42.05 seconds, eventually holding on for reserve honors.

Four trips later, it was Mark Bluman’s (COL) turn with Landon de Nyze, which turned out to be the winning duo. The pair flew across the timers in 40.75 seconds to clinch the win. Schott and Garant held on to second place, and Laura Kraut (USA) and Kaylee, owned by Gian Battista Lutta, finished in third with a time of 45.14 seconds.

Final Results – $182,000 Great American Insurance Group Qualifier CSI 5*

1) Mark Bluman (COL) & Landon de Nyze – 0 / 0 – 40.75

2) Callie Schott (USA) & Garant – 0 / 0 – 42.05

3) Laura Kraut (USA) & Kaylee – 0 / 0 – 45.14

Source: Press Release from Desert International Horse Park

Photos: © DIHP / High Desert Sport Photo

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