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Palm Beach Masters Establishes Hunter Harrison and Sue Grange Owners Awards


Trophies to be Presented to Owners of Winning Horses of the CP Palm Beach Masters Featured Classes


Wellington, Florida – January 11, 2018 – The CP Palm Beach Masters Presented by Sovaro® is proud to establish two new awards honoring Hunter Harrison and Sue Grange, two legendary figures in show jumping who passed away in 2017.


to pay tribute to Hunter Harrison and Sue Grange, two of our sport’s most revered and beloved fig- ures,” said Lou Jacobs, co-founder of the Palm Beach Masters Series together with his siblings Charlie Jacobs and Katie Robinson. “Hunter and Sue were known as great owners so it is fitting that we honor them with these awards that will go to the owners of the winning horses of our two featured classes.” Hunter Harrison, who passed away on De-


of the winning horses of the featured FEI classes at the 2018 CP Palm Beach Masters CSI3*-W Presented by Sovaro®, February 1-4 at Deeridge Farms in Wellington, Florida. The Hunter Harri- son Award will go to the owner of the winning horse of the $220,000 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Wellington on Sunday, February 4 and the Sue Grange Award will go to the owner of the winning horse of the $35,000 Sovaro® Palm Beach Masters Qualifier on Friday, February 2. “The Palm Beach Masters is deeply honored


The awards will be presented to the owners


by Sovaro® is from the two-story Taylor Harris VIP Club, which features in- credible views of the jumping field, luxurious amenities and unrivaled hos- pitality. Access to the Taylor Harris VIP Club includes a 6-person table located ringside for watching events while enjoying a world-class VIP dining experience, with breakfast and lunch included, each competition day. Club members are invited to VIP events and receive tickets to all competitions along with preferred parking. Tables sell out quickly, so make sure you re- serve your table now! For reservations: www.palmbeachmasters.com/vip- club/.


the heart of North American equestrian sport in Wellington, Florida. Award- winning landscaping surrounds the custom-built show grounds and the facil- ities that host the Palm Beach Masters Series. There is perhaps no location more intimate or stunning to host the highest levels of equestrian competi- tion.


varo®, the Palm Beach Masters Series also includes the Deeridge Derby, a USEF nationally-rated show where the nation’s most elegant hunter horses and ponies take center stage by invitation to compete in prestigious classes including the $5,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby, $5,000 USHJA


In addition to the CP Palm Beach Masters CSI3*-W Presented by So-


About the Palm Beach Masters Series and Deeridge Farms The Palm Beach Masters Series is hosted at Deeridge Farms, situated in


Sue Grange at the 2015 Pan American Games with her husband, John, and daughter, Ariel (c) Jennifer Anstey


Junior/Amateur Hunter Derby, $2,500 USHJA Pony Derby and the highly competitive $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby. Young jumping horses also have the opportunity to compete during the first two days of the show in the non-rated Classic Champions Tour. General Admission tickets ($20 per ticket) are now available through Eventbrite for the Deeridge Derby at www.palmbeachmasters.com/event/deeridge-derby/. Further information on the Palm Beach Masters Series is available on line at www.palmbeachmasters.com.


In Memoriam: Monica Graham (1927–2018)


Ottawa, ON, Jan. 26, 2018 – Equestrian Canada (EC) extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the late Monica “Nicky” Graham, who passed away peacefully on Jan. 11, 2018, at the age of 90. Nicky married Pip Graham in London, GBR


in 1953. Three years later, the young couple em- igrated to Canada and bought a ranch in the foothills near Millarville, AB. Graham Ranches would grow to become not only home to their large, loving family, but also one of the most highly respected equestrian stables in Canada. Nicky was fearless in her approach to eques-


Photo Above: Hunter and Jeannie Harrison


riders such as Beth Underhill, Chris Pratt and Yann Candele. She also supported international riders such as Ireland’s Connor Swail and Daniel Coyle. Grange’s work breeding award-winning horses and supporting grand prix riders was twice recognized by Jump Canada which presented her with its Owner of the Year Title in 2005 and 2008.


passed away on October 19, 2017, owned Lothlo- rien Farms with her husband, breeding some of Canada’s most notable show jumping and race horses. The farm hosted the Cheltenham Gold Cup Horse Show for twelve years (1977-1989), a show that featured a World Cup Qualifier and boasted riders from all across the continent. For two decades, the farm supported the Canadian Equestrian Team and, in particular, Canadian rider, Ian Millar, who rode Lothlorien Farm’s In Style to four Nations Cup wins and the team Sil- ver Medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Grange also supported other Canadian team


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cember 16, 2017, was a prominent figure in show jumping as a sponsor, owner, business advisor and avid supporter. He supported some of the sport’s top riders and his Double H Farm has owned and produced some of the sport’s best horses. Harrison brought support of companies he led to the sport as some of show jumping’s most important spon- sors. Under his leadership, railway giants CN and CP have provided support to major events like the Spruce Meadows Masters, National Horse Show, World Cup Finals, North American Junior and Young Riders Championships and Palm Beach Masters. Harrison also played a major role as a horse owner and supporter of top riders. In addition to his daughter Cayce, who won the individual Gold medal at the North American Junior and Young Riders Championships in 2002, he supported McLain Ward, who won Olympic Gold and Silver medals and the 2017 FEI World Cup™ Finals with HH horses; international stars Rodrigo Pes- soa of Brazil and Daniel Duesser of Germany; and Cayce’s husband, Quentin Judge, a Grand Prix rider who has also achieved international success for the U.S. Sue Grange, a legendary equestrian icon who


trian sport, particularly eventing, and she taught, encouraged and mentored many young riders over the years. She was the driving force behind Graham Ranches and its role as the renowned training site for the Canadian Olympic Eventing Team. In addition to their unwavering support of high performance sport, Nicky and Pip always provided entertainment and sincere hospitality to all who visited Graham Ranches. After the ranch was sold, Nicky and Pip


moved to Hornby Island, BC and travelled exten- sively on their boat, “Lonely Bird”, up and down the west coast. They enjoyed many great adven-


tures together until Pip’s passing in 2007. Nicky will always be remembered for her in-


credible generosity, selflessness, humour and great sense of fun. When confronted with adver- sity, Nicky always said, “Bash on regardless.” May we all do the same, and continue to remem- ber and celebrate her indomitable spirit. “The equestrian world has lost not only a


great supporter, but a great presence with Nicky Graham’s passing,” said Meg Krueger, President of EC. “Nicky’s dedication to eventing made Graham Ranches the top destination for every- thing from local shows to Olympic training. Her passion and initiative will be sorely missed by the Canadian equestrian community.” Nicky is survived by her children, Juliet, Ar-


ifin, Nicholas and Tessa Graham, as well as grandchildren, Annie Bishop, Christopher and India Graham, and Hal Graham-Ozanne. Services will be held in Victoria, BC at St.


Matthias Church on Feb. 14, 2018 at 11 a.m, and in Horby Island, BC on Feb. 16, 2018 at 2 p.m. Donations in Nicky’s memory can be made to the Pacific Whale www.pacificwhale.org.


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family and friends of the late Monica “Nicky” Graham, who passed away peacefully on Jan. 11, 2018, at the age of 90. Nicky is pictured with her husband, Pip Graham. Photo Credit – Courtesy of Juliet Graham


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www.palmbeachmasters.com/event/palm-beach-masters/. Best viewing for the exciting 2018 CP Palm Beach Masters Presented


$400,000 in prize money and features the $220,000 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Wellington, one of the final two East Coast qualifiers in the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping North American League. Many of show jumping’s top names will be competing in this featured event, seeking valu- able points to qualify for the Longines FEI World Cup™ Final in Paris, France in April. General Admission tickets ($20 per ticket) are now available through Eventbrite


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