Equestrian star shines at Sanesa Regionals
Riding her horse, Beautiful Day, Aqua excelled in the 80cm Working Hunter Class, finishing in the top 10 with a perfect clear round.
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In a display of remarkable skill and dedication, Aqua Indiana Douglas Pedersen, a Grade 9 learner from Crawford International Sandton College, and her horse, Beautiful Day, captured the spotlight at the recent Sanesa Regionals hosted at KEP in Kyalami.
Competing in the fiercely contested 80cm Working Hunter Class, Aqua and Beautiful Day delivered a flawless performance, completing a dazzling clear round.
Their exceptional performance earned them a well-deserved place among the top 10 riders in this challenging event.
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The achievement underscores Aqua’s commitment to excellence and her burgeoning talent in equestrian sports.
It also highlights Crawford International Sandton College’s dedication to nurturing young athletes and fostering a culture of achievement.
“We are immensely proud of Aqua’s outstanding accomplishment. Her achievement is a testament to her hard work and the support of her trainers and teammates,” said the college’s Nadia Cooke.
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“Her achievement is a testament to her hard work and the support of her trainers and teammates.”
She added Aqua’s stellar performance not only brought glory to the college but also inspired her peers and the equestrian community at large.
“Her future in the sport looks promising, and her journey continues to be one to watch with great anticipation.”
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