Kevin Kohmann of the USA delivered a stellar performance in the FEI World Cup Grand Prix Freestyle, earning a personal best score of 79.24% and securing a spot in the 2025 FEI World Cup Final. Anna Marek, also from the USA, came in second with a score of 77.64%, putting her in fourth place in the FEI dressage World Cup North American League standings. Canada’s Camille Carier Bergeron took third place with a score of 75.325%.
Kohmann rode Dünensee to an upbeat music routine by Avicii, showcasing a high degree of difficulty with elements such as double pirouettes, changes on curving lines, and a full piaffe pirouette. The pair received high praise from the judges, with a score of 80.175% from Miguel Gonçalves. Kohmann credited his success to the trust and partnership he has with Dünensee, who has played a significant role in his international grand prix career.
In addition to his success in the FEI World Cup Grand Prix Freestyle, Kohmann also won the CDI1* FEI Intermediate I on another horse, Scala. Marek, who rode Fire Fly, expressed pride in her performance and the progress she has made with the horse. Carier Bergeron also had a successful ride, overcoming challenges with one-time changes to deliver a strong performance. Judge Henning Lehrmann praised the top three riders for their quality and clever choreography in their routines.
