Jimmie Annoot placed second in the first round of the World Finals with a 217.5 on Smooth Flowing Cat. Christina Huntley, who is leading the world, placed third with a 217 on Ripping Ichi.
Lyndi Polk on Dual Smart Dee Jay
Lyndi Polk of Edwards, Miss., marked 222.5 to lead the first round of the Junior Youth World Finals, moving into the lead for the World Championship. They were Junior Youth finalists at the NCHA Eastern Nationals earlier this year. Polk came into the World Finals ranked second in the standings, just one point behind Charles Cody Gann.
Breanna Collier marked 219 for second in the first round of the World Finals, riding Smartys Boon. Gann placed third with a 218.5 on Hevvy Metal.
The Holy Cow Performance Horses NYCHA World Finals continue Thurdsay and conclude on Friday, July 26.
by Sally Harrison