Hans Peter Minderhoud on repeat in Equilibrium Prize

Following his victory in the Grand Prix, Hans Peter Minderhoud also managed to win the Freestyle of the CDI3*, the Equilibrium Prize, with Glock's Toto Jr. A swinging and compelling performance ensured not only a happy rider, but also an enthusiastic audience.

After Minderhoud's salute, the packed stands clearly showed that they had enjoyed the performance. ‘The reaction of the audience was fantastic, I could feel the support,’ Minderhoud said with a laugh. ‘It's very nice music to ride to, you notice that everyone sitting and watching it also gets happy.’

Motivated to win
With the win in the Grand Prix in his pocket, the motivation was high to also win the Freestyle to his name. ‘Of course then you set your sights on another win. If someone else is better and your horse runs super, second place is fine too. But winning is more fun anyway!’

Fry and Zweistra in top three
Behind Minderhoud, Charlotte Fry again finished second in the Equilibrium Prize with Nespresso. Thamar Zweistra sent the only nine-year-old Hexagon's Luxuriouzz N.O.P.T. to a handsome third place.

Photos: TDM/Digishots