14 Aug Sterckx Stables Take Team Gold in Kentucky Pony Finals 2017
Sterckx Stables looks up to gold as the team braved fierce competition from around the world to take a gold medal in team competition. Avery Kim says “It feels really good”, after her pivotal double clear round in the final heat.
Sydney Flashman on the team gold: “It’s taken a couple years to sort of figure her out and we’re still working on everything,” Flashman said. “She’s really a good girl and a sweet heart, and it gets tough but I know once we figure it out we’ll be a good team.” Sydney was eliminated after refusals in the final round, though was strong early in the finals.
Tabitha, on the competition: “I’ve had Spoot since December and he’s just the perfect pony, I love him,”
Avery Kim, Sydney Flashman, and Tabitha Okitsu, took home team gold, against incredible heated competition for the finals. While Tabitha and Avery took home individual gold.
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