Mill Spring, North Carolina – October 15, 2026 – Alessandra Volpi (USA) and Movie Star claimed third place in the $32,000 LeMieux Grand Qualifier CSI 2* – Section A at Major League Show Jumping – Tryon CSI 5* & CSI 2*, held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort. The American combination delivered a double-clear performance in the 1.45m contest, stopping the jump-off timers at 36.63 seconds. With 104 combinations entered, the class was divided into Sections A and B under the California Split format, with separate prize money and ribbons awarded in each section.

Volpi and Movie Star finished behind Mark Bluman of Israel, who won aboard Inside Of My Heart in 33.18 seconds, and Brazil’s Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA), who took second with Giorgio D’Ellipse in 35.30 seconds. All three combinations completed both rounds without penalties, jump-off timer determining the final order.

The third-place finish capped a strong performance for Volpi and Movie Star in a competitive international field, showcasing the speed and precision required to succeed at 1.45m. Their clear rounds secured a place on the podium at one of Tryon’s featured CSI 2* classes.

Final Results – $32,000 LeMieux Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 2* – Section A – 1.45m

1) Mark Bluman (ISR) & Inside of My Heart – 0 / 0 – 33.18

2) Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA) & Giorgio d’Ellipse – 0 / 0 – 35.30

3) Alessandra Volpi (USA) & Movie Star – 0 / 0 – 36.63

Source: Tryon International

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Photo: © TIEC / Natalie Suto Photography

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