Amenia, United States — October 11, 2026 — Major League Show Jumping’s 50th five-star Grand Prix drew 36 combinations from 12 nations to Highlands Cup on Saturday. Presented by Miller Motorcars, the $340,000 class challenged the international field over a track designed by Olympic course designer Gregory Bodo (FRA).

Bodo’s track cut the field from 36 to 12 in the first round, bringing speed into play for the milestone win. Among those returning for the jump off were Natalie Dean (USA) and Acota M, representing the red, white and blue.

When it was all said and done, the American and the 13-year-old bay Oldenburger mare (Toulon x Quattro 7) had delivered two clean performances, the decisive one in 37.65 seconds for third place.

Final Results — $340,000 Highlands Cup Grand Prix CSI 5*

1) Mark Bluman (ISR) & Landon de Nyze – 0 / 0 – 36.32

2) Jessica Mendoza (GBR) & Ascadina PP Z – 0 / 0 – 37.31

3) Natalie Dean (USA) & Acota M – 0 / 0 – 37.65

Source: Press Release from Major League Show Jumping

Photo: © MLSJ / ERA\VIII

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