Ocala, United States – February 25, 2026 – If speed is the name of the game, Natalie Dean (USA) can always count on Dotcom d’Authuit‘s footspeed that’s for sure. The dynamic duo dared to go fast and claim the $32,000 MARS Equestrian Speed Challenge CSI 4*, the feature class on Wednesday at World Equestrian Center (WEC) – Ocala this week.

Riding against 29 other entries in the 1.45m contest, the American and the 13-year-old bay Selle Français mare (Diamant de Semilly x Quidam de Revel) were supreme, delivering a blazing yet fault-free performance in 61.95 seconds for top honors.

It was a one-two for the ladies and Team USA as McKayla Langmeier (USA) guided Jiselle NS flawless throughout the course before crossing the wire just one second over the winning mark.

Jad Dana (LBN) and Mondavi mastered the course too, conquering bronze honors in 64.06 seconds.

Final Results – $32,000 MARS Equestrian Speed Challenge CSI 4* – 1.45m

1) Natalie Dean (USA) & Dotcom d’Authuit – 0 – 61.95

2) McKayla Langmeier (USA) & Jiselle NS – 0 – 62.96

3) Jad Dana (LBN) & Mondavi – 0 – 64.06

Source: World Equestrian Center

Text: Jumper News, no reproduction without permission.

Photos: © WEC / Andrew Ryback Photography

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