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Renwick shines on Rembrandt Blue to capture first CSI5* CHI AL SHAQAB 2015 prize

Britain’s Laura Renwick made amends for a Wednesday narrow miss by topping the CSI5* Speed and Handiness jumping competition (1m45) at CHI AL SHAQAB 2015 on Thursday.

Renwick on Rembrandt Blue looked extremely fast from the beginning and completed a flawless round in 57:12, to become the first female winner at this year’s CHI AL SHAQAB. The only rider who beat her on Wednesday, Germany’s Daniel Deusser, chose not to enter the competition. 

Emanuele Gaudiano on French Coffee cleared all obstacles as well, but was slightly slower for a second place rank with a time of 57:68. 21-year-old Olivier Philippaerts and 2002 born Carlito C were second in 58:62, while Jordan’s Ibrahim Bisharat on Chirico W just missed out on a top-three finish after putting on a fantastic effort to finish fourth in 60:72. 

There were several riders, like Gregory Wathelet or Steve Guerdat who seemed to avoid pushing hard for a top placing, presumably saving energy for the upcoming events, while others chose to skip the event. 

RESULTS 
 

1. Laura Renwick (Great Britain) – Rembrandt Blue 0/57:12 

2. Emanuele Gaudiano (Italy) – French Coffee 0/57:68 

3. Olivier Philippaerts (Belgium) – Carlito C 0/58:62 

QUOTES 
 

Laura RENWICK (GBP), winner 

On her winning: 

“I am over the moon. So very happy to win today. It has been an unbelievable run for me. I am thrilled.” 

On her performance: 

“I hope my performance is only getting better. I am progressing day by day. From my second place yesterday to victory today.” 

On her son’s support: 

“My son Jack is my top supporter. He is here with me and his support is incredibly important so I am happy that he is happy with my victory.” 

Emanuele GAUDIANO (ITA), second 

On his horse: 

“I’ve got a very new horse but I am totally happy with how she adopted to the course and the whole competition.” 

On CHI AL SHAQAB 2015: 

“Everything is organised on the top level here. It’s a pleasure to be here and compete with the best riders.” 

Olivier PHILIPPAERTS (BEL), third 

On his result: 

“I did very well and I am happy with what I have achieved today.” 

On CHI AL SHAQAB 2015: 

“I am very excited to compete at CHI AL SHAQAB and compete in these amazing surroundings. Everything is simply perfect here.”