Wellington, Fla. – May 11, 2026—The 2026 Wellington International Spring Series, presented by Florida Coast Equipment, ended with a victory for young professional and Wellington native Tanner Korotkin in the $24,999 IDA Development Regional Grand Prix riding Etonemoi del Cabalero for owner Lanes End Showjumping.
The Spring Series spans five weeks, featuring hunter, jumper and equitation competition at Wellington International, home of the famed Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Learn more about the Spring Series HERE.
Tanner Korotkin & Etonemoi del Cabalero. Photo ©Sportfot
Korotkin, 24, took the win by nearly two full seconds over courses designed by Hector Loyola (PUR) on the grass derby field. His partnership with Etonemoi Del Cabalero, a 12-year-old Selle Français mare (Air Joradan Z x Le Tot de Semilly) known as “Tony,” was formed only two months ago and is off to a winning start. Korotkin took over the ride from fellow American Daisy Farish, who won a three-star grand prix with Tony last summer.
“I love these super hot horses, and she loves to win,” said Korotkin of Tony’s characteristic attitude and speed. “She’s as fast as it gets. The only thing you’re thinking about on course is holding her back, and she does the rest. Daisy had a lot of success with her, and my goal is to try to replicate that.”
Korotkin and Tony stopped the clock at 36.422 seconds ahead of Grazina Comme Il Faut, ridden by Ali Wolff of New Albany, Ohio, and owned by Alina Zappone. Their time was 38.160 seconds. Finishing third was Ireland’s Cormac Hanley aboard Santiago vh Netehof, owned by Heathman Farm, in 38.340 seconds.
Tanner Korotkin & Etonemoi del Cabalero are presented as winners of the $24,999 IDA Development Regional Grand Prix. Photo ©Sportfot
Korotkin was busy with four horses in the IDA Development Grand Prix as he prepares for an international tour this summer.
“I wanted to set them up nicely—we did very well in the ranking classes here two weeks ago, and I wanted one more show before we head over for some FEI events, and it worked out,” he said. “After the combination, I loosened the reins a bit and let her go. She’s pretty much uncatchable.”
For complete results of the $24,999 IDA Development Grand Prix, click HERE.
Hunters returned to the derby field during Spring 5 for the $2,700 USHJA National Hunt & Go Derby, presented by Arthramid, won by Geoffrey Hesslink of Wellington, Fla., riding his own Plot Twist.
Geoffrey Hesslink & Plot Twist. Photo ©Sportfot
In a popular hunt & go format, Hesslink and his 14-year-old Chacco-Blue son scored the high-point total in both rounds, coupling an 89 in the classic and 90 in the handy for a 179 and eventual win.
In second, Marcus Au of Boca Raton, Fla., rode Storm Cat, owned by Catomine Farm, to an 86 and 89 to end on a final score of 175. Wellington local Jennifer Bliss rounded out the podium on 174.5 points after scoring an 88 and 86.5 aboard Fair N’ Square, owned by Kimberly Narlinger.
Despite calling Wellington home, Hesslink usually competes in the Northeast this time of year, saying, “We changed things up this year and decided to stay longer. I had a big month of travel in April and May, so I stayed for some more preparation here before heading north.
Geoffrey Hesslink & Plot Twist are joined by Liz Hancox (far left) to be honored as winners of the $2,700 USHJA National Hunt & Go Derby, presented by Arthramid. Photo ©Sportfot
“This horse is really special to me,” continued Hesslink. “My parents bought him for me a year ago when he was jumping 1.45m with Roberto Toran. He always caught my eye every time I watched him, and I could see him being a hunter. I transitioned him into the hunters, and he’s such a fun, reliable horse.”
For complete results of the $2,700 USHJA National Hunt & Go Derby, presented by Arthramid, click HERE.
Winners Corner
$10,000 Bainbridge Companies 1.40m Open Stake
Ariana Marnell & Navaar
Ariana Marnell & Navaar. Photo ©Sportfot
Ariana Marnell & Navaar are presented as winners of the $10,000 Bainbridge Companies 1.40m Open Stake by Jennifer Schechter. Photo ©Sportfot
$1,000 USHJA 2’6” Jr/Am Hunt & Go Derby, presented by Hemp Bedding
Sofi Beccar Varela & HH Over The Moon
Sofi Beccar Varela & HH Over The Moon. Photo ©Sportfot
Sofi Beccar Varela & HH Over The Moon. are joined by Brian Moran and Julia Simmons as winners of the $1,000 2’6″ USHJA Jr/Am Hunt & Go Derby, presented by Hemp Bedding. Photo ©Sportfot
$5,000 1.35m Stake, presented by 4EverYoung
Ashlee Bond & Belle de Muze
Ashlee Bond & Belle de Muze are presented as winners of the $5,000 4EverYoung 1.35m Open Stake. Photo ©Sportfot
1.30m Junior/Amateur Jumper Champion, presented by Arthramid
Diego Gaper de Goes & Balou’s Paul PS
Diego Gaper de Goes & Balou’s Paul PS are presented as champions of the Arthramid 1.30m Junior/Amateur Jumper division. Photo ©Sportfot
3’6″ Junior Hunter Champion, presented by Stephanie Schwed, Corcoran
Currie Cooper & Ascott
Currie Cooper with Ascott, champion of the 3’6″ Junior Hunter Division, presented by Stephanie Schwed, Corcoran. Photo ©Sportfot
To view complete results from Spring 5, click HERE. For champion and reserve titles, click HERE.
Visit WellingtonInternational.com to view results, schedules and streaming schedules for the Wellington International Spring Series, presented by Florida Coast Equipment.
