2026 ERCHA/NRCHA WIN EQUITY HACKAMORE CLASSIC AND HORSE SHOW #3

Travagliato (BS), Italy — Campanaro and Rey Smart Tuff are Win Equity Hackamore Classic Open Champions

Win Equity Hackamore Classic

Italy’s Giovanni Campanaro claimed the Hackamore Classic Open title aboard Rey Smart Tuff, owned by Carlo Mulatero, after delivering a remarkably consistent set of runs. The pair opened with a 73 in the rein work, showing precision and cadence, followed by a solid 72 in the herd work marked by clean cuts and control. They sealed the victory with a 71 in the cow work, demonstrating composure and correct positioning to reach a 216 composite. The 5-year-old mare by Bet Command Rey out of CR Lenas Top Tuff confirmed her promise as one of the most reliable young horses of the season.

Samuele Poli Barberis secured the Limited Open Championship and the Open Reserve Championship aboard Thaz A Candy Gun, owned by Eleonora Terzi, with a composed and consistent performance that earned a 212 composite. The 5-year-old mare by Gunners Chic Magnet out of Thaz Candy Crush opened with a 71 in the rein work, showing precision and rhythm. She followed with a controlled 70 in the herd work, marked by clean, confident cuts, and closed with another 71 in the cow work, demonstrating responsiveness and grit. Her steady progression across all phases confirmed her reliability and competitive maturity.

Markus Schopfer claimed the Reserve Championship Limited Open riding Ohcay Jokin Chic, owned by Pietro Pennacchio, finishing with a 210 composite. The 5-year-old mare by Oh Cay Mc out of Jokin Chic delivered a sharp 71 in the rein work, followed by a 68 in the herd work where he showed good intent despite challenging cattle. She closed strongly with a 71 in the cow work, demonstrating accuracy and forward drive down the fence.

Riding SDP Browser, owned by Silvia Viaggi, Italy’s Andrea Favaretto claimed the Level 1 OpenChampionship with a total of 208.5. The stallion by High Brow CD out of What A Rey opened with a 70.5 in the rein work, showing cadence and correctness. He followed with a 68.5 in the herd work, marked by clean cuts and steady control, and closed with a 69.5 in the cow work, demonstrating forward intent and responsiveness. The combination’s balanced progression across all phases secured the division title.

Michele De Simone rode LR Quixotes Cattleya, owned by Emily Santarelli, to the Reserve Championship with a composite of 205. The mare by Quixotes Pep Talk out of Of Spat delivered a 68 in the rein work, followed by a 66 in the herd work where she showed determination despite challenging cattle. She closed strongly with a 71 in the cow work.

Riding her own Cromed Magnum, Switzerland’s Eliane D. Seiler Gfeller secured the Non Pro Championship with a total of 206.5. The stallion by Magnum Chic Dream out of Custom Diamond Lass delivered a polished 71.5 in the rein work, showing correctness and cadence. In the herd work, the pair marked a 67. They closed with a 68 in the cow work, demonstrating accuracy and forward intent to secure the division title.

Open Bridle Spectacular

Switzerland’s Antoine Cloux rode Wares The Nurse, owned by Brigitte Belin, to a commanding victory with a total of 218. The 11-year-old stallion by WR This Cats Smart out of Nurseware opened with a precise 71 in the rein work, showing correctness and cadence. He then delivered an outstanding 73 in the herd work, marked by confident cuts and strong presence on the cattle. The pair closed with a dynamic 74 in the cow work, demonstrating accuracy and forward drive down the fence. Their consistency and maturity secured the Spectacular title.

Italy’s Giovanni Campanaro claimed the Reserve Championship aboard Just Metallic Light, owned by Shirley Schalcher, finishing with a 208.5 composite. The mare by Sannman out of Just Getting Light started with a polished 71.5 in the rein work, followed by a herd work that resulted in a strong 72. The pair concluded with a 65 in the cow work.

Non Pro Bridle Spectacular

Switzerland’s Vera Walliser rode CD Fortunate Son, owned by herself, to a decisive victory with a composite score of 218. The Metallic Cat gelding opened with a 70.5 in the rein work, marked by accuracy and rhythm. He then delivered a 70.5 in the herd work, showing confident reads and assertive control on the cattle. The pair closed with a 73 in the cow work, combining precision and forward intent down the fence. Their consistency across all three phases secured the Spectacular title.

Germany’s Klaus Paucker earned the Reserve Championship aboard Silver Catfish, also owned by the rider, finishing on a total of 206. The Rainboon Man offspring started with a 69.5 in the rein work, presenting clean, correct maneuvers. A more demanding herd work resulted in a 68, but the duo maintained focus through the cow work, closing with a 68.5 and demonstrating determination through the final run.

Non Pro Two Rein Spectacular

Germany’s Klaus Paucker guided Silver Catfish, owned by the rider, to the top of the Non Pro Two Rein Spectacular with a final score of 208.5. The Rainboon Man gelding set the tone early with a 70 in the rein work, marked by steady cadence and clean execution. He continued with a 68 in the herd work, delivering controlled cuts and maintaining a calm presence throughout. The pair concluded with a 70.5 in the cow work, staying accurate through the run and sealing a well-earned championship.

France’s Franck Duclos secured the Reserve title aboard Tiktok Shine, also owned by himself, closing on a 203.5 composite. The SDP Justice Is Comin gelding opened with a 70 in the rein work, presenting a tidy and confident pattern. A more demanding herd work brought a 68, and the cow work wrapped with a 70.5, where the pair showed determination to finish strong. Their overall performance earned them the second step of the podium.

Open Two Rein Spectacular

Markus Schopfer rode Oh Cay EasterCat, owned by himself, to claim the Open Two Rein Spectacular with a total of 214.5. The Oh Cay MC offspring set the pace with a 72 in the rein work, delivering a smooth, well‑structured pattern. He continued with a composed 72 in the herd work, showing clarity in the cuts and a confident approach to the cattle. The run concluded with a 70.5 in the cow work, where the pair stayed forward and committed down the fence.

Italian rider Andrea Sanfelici earned the Reserve title aboard CLR Topsail Joke, owned by Micol Fontana, finishing on 213. The Quiet Whiz gelding opened with a 72 in the rein work, presenting a clean and controlled pattern. He followed with a 70 in the herd work, maintaining steadiness throughout the sequence. The final 71 in the cow work showcased determination and accuracy, allowing the pair to close their run with consistency and secure the second step of the podium.

Box Drive, Limited Non Pro Boxing, Non Pro Boxing

Spain’s Raimundo Segura delivered a remarkable triple victory aboard Ans Mokie Vaquero, owned by the rider, dominating the Box Drive, Non Pro Boxing, and Limited Non Pro Boxing classes. The stallion by Ans Mokie Cat showcased adaptability and competitive maturity across all three classes, confirming the pair as one of the standout combinations of the event.

Segura opened his winning streak with a strong performance in the Box Drive, scoring a 68 in the rein work followed by an excellent 72 in the cow work. The run combined precision and forward intent, securing a 140 total and the first title of the day.

In the Non Pro Boxing, the pair delivered a 67.5 in the rein work and a 63.5 in the cow work. Despite a more challenging cow work, their overall consistency earned them a 131 composite and a second championship.

Segura closed his sweep with a composed and confident ride in the Limited Non Pro Boxing. A 67.5 in the rein work set the tone, and a sharp 72 in the cow work elevated their total to 139.5, securing the third title of the day and confirming the pair’s dominance across the boxing divisions.

Filippo Masi Novice Riders

Italy’s Sara Crisci rode Smart Theodore, owned by herself, to the top of the Filippo Masi Novice Riders class with a total of 138.5. The SLJ Smart Doc offspring opened with a 69.5 in the rein work, delivering a composed and accurate pattern. He followed with a 69 in the cow work, staying attentive and correct through the run.

Italy’s Gaia Rasori guided Shiner Spot, a gelding by Pale Face Dunnit out of Shiner Whiz Olena, to a solid second place in the Filippo Masi Novice Riders class with a total score of 135.5. The pair opened their run with a 67.5 in the rein work followed with a 68 in the cow work.

Novice Horse Non Pro

Sara Crisci and Smart Theodore won the Novice Horse Non Pro class with a total score of 130 points. Italy’s Gaia Rasori earned the Reserve position aboard Shiner Spot, owned by the rider. The Pale Face Dunnit gelding posted 67.5 in the rein work and 68 in the cow work for a final score of 135.5.

Level 1 Non Pro Bridle

Austria’s Andrea Popp secured the Level 1 Non Pro Bridle title aboard Shelby Boogie Boon, owned by the rider.

Novice Horses Open

Switzerland’s Christoph Seiler rode Tricked Pony, owned by Eliane D. Seiler Gfeller, to win the Novice Horses Open with a total of 136. The Stunned offspring marked 67.5 in the rein work and 68.5 in the cow work to secure the top placing.

Open Hackamore

Markus Schopfer claimed the Open Hackamore title aboard Ohcay Jokin Chic, owned by Pietro Pennacchio, finishing with a total of 141. The Oh Cay MC offspring marked 70 in the rein work and 71 in the cow work to secure the championship.

Herd Work All Ages Open

Italy’s Andrea Santini rode Ans Wyatt Playgun, a 3-year-old stallion by Lil Smokeing Gun out of ANS Senorita CD, to a decisive victory in the Herd Work All Ages Open, marking the highest score of the class with an impressive 72. The pair showed confidence and precision from the first cut, maintaining rhythm, presence, and control throughout the work.

Claiming the second place, Italy’s Markus Schopfer guided Snapperina Bingo, by Peptos Lil Bingo out of Snappers Victoria, to a solid 69 for owner Sandro Peretto. The 3-year-old mare delivered a correct and attentive run, staying focused on the cattle and responding promptly to Schopfer’s guidance.

Herd Work All Ages Non Pro

Austria’s Andrea Popp rode Shelby Boogie Boon, a 14-year-old mare by Boogie Boon out of Docs Smart Foxy Lady, to the top of the Herd Work All Ages Non Pro with a confident and well‑managed run worth 70.

Switzerland’s Niggi Vlach claimed the second place aboard Chex Your Fancy Guns, by Chex Your Guns out of Whiz Dunit Fancy, marking a solid 69.