Saugerties, New York, United States – June 08, 2025 – The third and final week of spring competition in the expanded 2025 Hits Hudson Valley Show Series set the tone for what promises to be a thrilling ten-week season of top-tier sport. Held at the prestigious showgrounds in Saugerties, New York, the venue — nestled against the scenic backdrop of the Catskill Mountains and known for its world-class footing and friendly atmosphere — welcomed riders from around the globe to close out the spring series.

The week wrapped up on a high note Sunday with the $24,500 Horseflight Jumper Classic, where Adrienne Sternlicht (USA) and Linsy-Minka rocketed to the top of the leaderboard. The nine-year-old KWPN mare (Zapatero VDL x Baltic VDL), owned by VS Stables, posted a blazing time of 41.581 seconds to secure the win.

Max Nieberg followed with a strong performance aboard Isidorus, finishing in 43.195 seconds for second place.

Rounding out the podium was Morgan Ward-Knowlton (USA), who piloted Gowe Farm’s 10-year-old Warmblood gelding Diego to a time of 43.290 seconds.

As the three-week Spring Series of the 2025 HITS Hudson Valley Show Series comes to a close, riders and spectators now look ahead to even more excitement as the action gets back underway on July 16, 2025, with the Hudson Valley Jumping Tour®. 

Final Results – $24,500 Horseflight Jumper Classic

1) Adrienne Sternlicht (USA) & Linsy-Minka – 0 / 0 – 41.581

2) Max Nieberg & Isidorus – 0 / 0 – 43.195

3) Morgan Ward-Knowlton (USA) & Diego – 0 / 0 – 43.290

Source: Press Release from Hits Horse Shows

Photos: © Hits Horse Shows / ESI Photography

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