Olivia Alvarez Garcia, Thijmne Vos, Ewen China ©Sportfot
The 2024 Junior Jumping European Championship concluded with a stunning victory for Spain’s Olivia Alvarez García, who delivered flawless performances throughout the competition. Riding Gazquine Tag, the Spanish rider did not touch a single rail, securing her the gold medal and the title of 2024 Junior European Champion.
Despite a brief rain interruption, the event resumed under a beautiful sunset, setting the stage for the crowning of the champions.
Stellar Podium Performances
The silver medal was claimed by Thijmen Vos of the Netherlands, who rode Cadillac Z. When asked about his silver achievement, Vos emphasized the role his family played in his journey to the silver medal.
“It’s amazing. You’re dreaming of it and then it happens. We have an amazing team, the whole family has been working together for a long time, doing everything we can. I have to thank the co-owner of Cadillac Z, A. Vos, and of course my father, grandfather, my trainer, my mother, just the whole family really. We worked so hard for this and then when it comes it’s just super”. The support from his family and the team was evident, proving that it truly takes a village to raise a champion.
France’s Ewen China took the bronze medal with Bacchus d’Ecames, demonstrating unbelievably steady nerves in challenging weather conditions. Commenting on his performance, China noted, “Did I think I was going to be on the podium before the final? You know, the horse was in good shape, in the team final he did well but the courses were technical and quite long. I was thinking maybe it is too much for him for his first European Championship but he kept jumping amazing, we only had one fault.”
Celebrating the Champions
Chef D’Equipe Reyes Martin expressed her pride in Olivia Alvarez García’s outstanding performance. “I am very proud of my rider, well done Olivia, and also to all the other riders, congratulations, great sport today. I think the course designers did a superb job with the courses this week, so thank you again for having us here.”
Final Results:
JUMPING EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP KRONENBERG 2024
Juniors Individual Ranking:
- Olivia Alvarez García, ESP – Gazquine Tag 0.24-0-0-0-0/65.55
- Thijmen Vos, NED – Cadillac Z 2.11-0-0-0-0/68.17
- Ewen China, FRA – Bacchus d’Ecames 1.13-0-0-4-0/68.68
The day concluded with heartfelt thanks to all participants, grooms, the public, and Junior Competition partner Stal Hendrix for their support and enthusiasm, proving once again that great things come after the rain.
As the 2024 Junior Jumping European Championship almost draws to a close, the achievements of these young riders inspire the next generation of equestrian talents, setting the stage for even greater competitions in the future.
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