Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 01, 2025 – The sun set on a sensational opening day at the Longines Global Future Champions presented by Lami-Cell, with the curtain falling on a high-octane CSI4* 1.50m Table A class that showcased the depth of talent competing this weekend at Longines Tops International Arena.

It was Ansgar Holtgers Jr. (USA) who delivered a show-stopping round aboard the 10-year-old Kantibes, racing to victory with a faultless performance in 63.93 seconds. The young American rider held off a world-class field to top the leaderboard and claim the final win of the day.

Fellow American Laura Kraut (USA) secured third aboard the sharp Tres Bien Z with a time of 65.48 seconds.

Jérôme Guery (BEL) and Careca LS Elite finished just fractions behind in 65.51 seconds for fourth, with Abdulrahman Alrajhi (KSA) and Heartbeat W taking fifth, and Gerfried Puck (AUT) aboard Idiaal Special H.J. rounding out the top six.

With fierce competition already lighting up the arena on day one, the stage is set for a weekend packed with world-class sport and rising-star performances.

Final Results – €28,200 Speed Challenge CSI 4*

1) Ansgar Holtgers Jr. (USA) & Kantibes – 0 – 63.93

2) Daniel Deusser (GER) & Killer Queen VDM – 0 – 65.35

3) Laura Kraut (USA) & Tres Bien Z – 0 – 65.48

Source: Press Release from LTIA – Longines Tops International Arena

Photos: © LTIA / Stefano Grasso

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