Constant van Paesschen delivered a commanding performance at the Las Mestas equestrian venue, riding «Diaz du Thot» to capture the feature victory in the four-star 1.45-meter class during the penultimate day of competition at the international jumping event in Gijón, Spain. According to the event’s results, the Belgian rider navigated the course without a single fault, stopping the clock at 54.30 seconds to secure the top prize in the Trofeo Lacera.
The victory provided immediate redemption for Van Paesschen after he narrowly missed the top spot the previous day. Riding the same equine partner, «Diaz du Thot», he had finished as the runner-up in the Trofeo Volvo on Saturday. Leaving no room for doubt on Sunday, the pair outpaced the competition with the fastest clean round of the day.
Podium Finishes and Four-Star Standings
Competition in the premier four-star division proved fierce under clear conditions at the Asturian venue. According to regional sports reporting from RTPA, Brazil’s Yuri Mansur claimed second place behind Van Paesschen, while Spanish rider Julio Arias rounded out the podium by finishing third.
The day’s packed schedule extended beyond the headline class, featuring dedicated divisions for developing talent and secondary levels. In the two-star competition, Saudi rider Abdulá Al Sharbatly secured victory aboard «Quisandro», navigating the course to outpace his rivals.
Youth Divisions and International Contenders
The morning sessions at Las Mestas highlighted emerging equine talent in the one-star category for young horses. French rider Jules Orsilini continued a strong run of form at the venue by claiming the championship in the opening test riding «Ua Pou Island», repeating his presence on the podium.
Spanish competitor Pello Elorduy followed closely to claim second place in the young horse class, while France’s Harry Allen finished in third. The results underscored the strong international contingent competing across the various height categories during the penultimate weekend of jumping.
Looking Ahead to the Finale
With the penultimate day concluded, attention now turns to the final block of competition. Organizers confirmed that the final major matchday of the international jumping tournament takes place on Sunday, concluding the multi-day fixture at Las Mestas.
Fans and followers looking for live updates or final standings can check official tournament bulletins as the international show jumping season continues its European autumn circuit. Share your thoughts on Van Paesschen’s victory in the comments below.
