Nothing But Smiles for Charlie Jones in the $31,100 Winning Round CSI 4* at Tbird

Langley, Canada – May 23, 2026 – Under bright Friday skies at Thunderbird Show Park, riders in the Canadian Premier CSI 4* returned for the $31,100 Winning Round 1.45m, a class designed to reward precision under pressure. With the top 10 producing fault-free first rounds advancing, the competition set up a tense and tactical showdown among top international contenders.

British rider Charlie Jones (GBR) delivered the standout performance of the afternoon aboard Casirado 3, producing a clean first round and returning with equal composure in the Winning Round. Jones executed a smooth, rhythmic track to stop the clock in 48.05 seconds, the only rider to maintain a perfect scoreline across both rounds.

His victory added yet another strong international result to his 2026 campaign, confirming the pair’s reliability in pressure situations.

Home-nation favorite Amy Millar (CAN) and Christiano also impressed, jumping clear in the opening phase before taking a bold, forward strategy in the Winning Round. Though her 45.02-second time was fastest mark in the winning round, a single rail left her on 4 penalty-points, settling her into a competitive second place. The effort nevertheless showcased the Canadian combination’s speed and consistency, especially in classes requiring tight turns and committed riding.

Australian rider Hilary Scott (AUS) rounded out the podium with Clarima, producing her own tidy clear in Round 1 before posting 4 penalty-points in 47.13 seconds in the decisive round. Scott’s performance reflected a smart balance of pace and accuracy, positioning her well against a seasoned field and reinforcing her partnership’s rising momentum on the North American circuit.

Final Results – $31,100 Winning Round CSI 4*

1) Charlie Jones (GBR) & Casirado 3 – 0 / 0 – 48.05

2) Amy Millar (CAN) & Christiano – 0 / 4 – 45.02

3) Hilary Scott (AUS) & Clarima – 0 / 4 – 47.13

Source: Thunderbird Show Park

Text: Jumper News, no reproduction without permission.

Photos: © Kim Gaudry for Tbird

Related