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Thursday, March 26, 2026
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Waldron Delivers Solid Trio of Results at Hoosier Park
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Bermudian harness driver Kiwon Waldron enjoyed a busy and productive evening at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, securing three consecutive top-five finishes across a competitive night of racing.
Waldron opened his account in the first race of the evening behind the wheel of Megan Money. In a tightly contested heat, the pair crossed the line in 2:15.4 to secure a respectable fifth-place finish, providing a steady start to the Bermudian's card.
The momentum continued into the second race, where Waldron piloted Bos Taurus to a fourth-place finish. Navigating the Indiana track with precision, he stopped the clock in 2:01.4, missing out on a podium spot by the narrowest of margins in what was a high-intensity dash.
Waldron saved his best performance for his final appearance of the night in race three. Driving Wiggle Me, the Bermudian international found another gear to break into the top three, clocking an impressive 2:00.0 flat to claim a podium finish.
The consistent run of results further solidifies Waldron’s reputation on the North American circuit as he continues to be a regular fixture among the leaders at the Anderson track.
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Monday, March 23, 2026
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Waldron shines with Double-Podium night at Hoosier Park
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Kiwon Waldron enjoyed a stellar evening at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, securing a dominant victory and a podium finish across a busy two-race card.
The talented harness driver was straight into the action in Race 2, where he took the sulky of Bluebird Fancyswan. In a competitive heat, Waldron navigated a tight field to cross the line in third place, stopping the clock at a solid 2:00.1. The podium finish set the stage for what would prove to be the highlight of his night.
Waldron returned to the track almost immediately for Race 3, this time in the bike of Bluebird Capt Pj. Demonstrating the tactical precision that has seen him rise through the professional ranks in the United States, Waldron powered to an emphatic victory. The pair dominated the mile to clock a winning time of 1:57 flat, securing Waldron’s latest trip to the winner’s circle.
The victory with Bluebird Capt Pj continues a productive season for the Bermudian on the North American circuit, where he has consistently featured among the top finishers. Waldron’s ability to transition seamlessly between different horses and classes remains a hallmark of his driving style, as he continues to establish himself as a formidable presence at the Anderson, Indiana racetrack.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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Tucker & "Chica" Deliver Consistent Results in Florida
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Bermudian rider Kamali Tucker has returned from the World Equestrian Center in Florida with a string of impressive ribbons following a determined showing at the Ocala Winter Spectacular XI.
Competing against deep fields of elite North American talent, Tucker and her trusted partner, Cequitta W Z—affectionately known as "Chica"—demonstrated remarkable consistency across three high-pressure jumping classes.
The duo opened their campaign in the .85m Jumper Open II.2d, navigating a field of 14 entries to secure a solid 8th-place finish. Tucker then found another gear in the Junior/Amateur division of the same class, jumping her way to 6th place in a larger pool of 18 competitors.
The technical challenge increased as the rails were raised for the .90m Novice Junior Jumper II.1. Despite facing the largest field of her weekend with 21 entries, Tucker again proved her poise in the arena, matching her previous best with another 6th-place finish.
Reflecting on the experience at the state-of-the-art Ocala facility, Tucker was full of praise for her equine partner.
"Great experience competing at WEC Ocala," Tucker said. "Two 6th-place ribbons and an 8th in competitive classes. Grateful for the support behind us and the best girl, Chica".
The performance marks another successful international outing for the young Bermudian, whose ability to maintain form in crowded divisions underscores her development on the Florida circuit.
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Monday, March 16, 2026
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Crews Shines at Winter Spectacular with Podium Finishes
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Equestrian Blaire Crews delivered a series of remarkably consistent performances at the World Equestrian Center in Florida during the prestigious Ocala Winter Spectacular IX. Competing in a high-stakes WCHR event that drew elite talent from across the region, Crews secured multiple top-five finishes to headline a productive weekend in the Sunshine State.
The young rider enjoyed a particularly strong partnership with Cayden, finding success early in the novice jumping divisions. In the .90m Novice Junior Jumper II.1 Class, Crews navigated a field of 13 entries with clinical precision to claim second place. She followed that performance with another podium finish in the II.2d variant of the same class, finishing third among 12 starters to underscore her growing confidence on the international stage.
As the technical demands of the courses increased, Crews remained unfazed. In the Novice Junior Classic .95m II.2b Class, she secured a fifth-place finish in a highly competitive group of 11 riders. She also demonstrated her versatility by stepping into the hunter discipline, guiding Cayden to a ninth-place finish out of 14 entries in the WEC Non Pro Derby Child's 2'6" event.
The weekend concluded with a test of poise in the Novice Junior Jumper Classic USHJA Jump Seat Medal 3’3 Class. Riding Gentley, Crews faced the largest field of her schedule with 24 entries vying for honours. Despite the increased pressure and height, she produced a solid round to finish 11th overall. These results mark another significant step in Crews' developmental campaign as she continues to test herself against the deep fields of the Ocala winter circuit.
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Monday, March 16, 2026
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Flood and Bartoletti Master the Rails at BHPA Spring Show
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The National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street became the focal point of Bermuda’s show-jumping community as the Bermuda Horse and Pony Association hosted its annual Spring Show.
In a day defined by technical precision and clinical execution, the island’s leading riders navigated testing courses to claim vital points in the seasonal rankings.
The morning session saw Rebecca Bartoletti set the standard in the 2'3" Hunter Over the Fences division. Riding the consistent Finnomenal AV, Bartoletti produced a polished round that impressed the judges for its fluid rhythm and clean jumping. She was followed on the podium by Riley Richardson, who guided Worth the Wait to second place, while Matilda Boyce and Sunny Days secured third after a closely contested round.
The competition intensified as the fences were raised to 2'6". In the Hunter Over the Fences class, Patricia Borland delivered a commanding performance aboard Bendoctro to take the top spot. Jasmine Heinz, riding Red Sky At Night, claimed second, while Eliza Steinhoff and Cruz is Karma rounded out the top three.
The standings shifted slightly in the 2'6" Hunter Under Saddle class, where the focus turned to the horses' movement and manners. Victoria Smatt emerged victorious with Debutanate PF, followed by Eliza Steinhoff, who improved on her earlier result to take second. Patricia Borland and Bendoctro maintained their presence at the sharp end of the field to finish third.
The technical pinnacle of the day arrived with the BHPA Open Eq Medal 3'3". In a class designed to test the rider's poise and tactical awareness, Logan Flood produced a masterclass in equitation. Riding Dorus Du Domain Z, Flood navigated the complex track with absolute precision to claim first place.
Lily Butler, aboard Farsi Forza, took second, while Simone Sainsbury and Deltas Roulette secured third. The result marks a significant win for Flood, who continues to establish himself as one of the premier talents in the medal divisions heading into the summer circuit.
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