Mill Spring, United States – October 02, 2026 – in the $32,000 LeMieux Welcome Stake CSI 2* last Friday at the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort, delivering a decisive performance against a strong international field. Representing the United States, Aaron Vale (USA) and Hulu flew high towards a place on the podiu.

Vale (USA) and Hulu completed the podium after another pair of clear rounds, crossing the finish line in 34.38 seconds. With only 0.75 seconds separating the top three, the class delivered the kind of close, high-speed finish that has become a hallmark of top-level competition at Tryon.

Final Results – $32,000 LeMieux Welcome Stake CSI 2*

1) Amanda Derbyshire (GBR) & Cornwall BH – 0 / 0 – 33.63

2) Paul O’Shea (IRL) & Spy – 0 / 0 – 33.80

3) Aaron Vale (USA) & Hulu – 0 / 0 – 34.38

Source: Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort

Photos: © TIEC / Bailey Beck for Natalie Suto Photography

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