Wellington, United States – February 27, 2026 – Future stars gathered under the lights of Wellington International on Friday evening of Week 8 at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) for the $32,000 BrainJuice Semi-Final Grand Prix CSI U-25. After a season of point-chasing in anticipation of the 2026 series finale taking place during WEF 10, riders had one last opportunity to claim their spot.

A stacked field of 42 horse-and-rider combinations took to the Steve Stephens (USA) designed track, with 10 returning for the decisive jump-off. JJ Torano (USA) and Lyon 50 (Lord Argentinus x Lex Lugar), owned by North Run and Kadley Farms, took second on a time of 36.78 seconds.

Hosting 12 weeks of international competition, WEF runs through March 29 at Wellington International in Wellington, FL.

Final Results – $32,000 BrainJuice Semi-Final Grand Prix CSI U-25

1) Maya Ines Denis Chambon (MEX) & Callypso de la Hamente Z – 0 / 0 – 35.87

2) JJ Torano (USA) & Lyon 50 – 0 / 0 – 36.78

3) Tony Stormanns (GER) & RMF Balouwinsky – 0 / 0 – 37.66

Source: Press Release (edited) from Wellington International

Photos: © Wellington International / Cassidy Klein

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