Vogel secured his second International Ring victory of the day.
Richard Vogel (GER) & Gangster Montdesir win competition #539 Friends of the Meadows 1.50m
© Spruce Meadows Media/Bart Onyszko
June 28, 2026 (Spruce Meadows) - The AON Grand Prix, presented by Rolex 1.60m, brought the Spruce Meadows 'Pan American', presented by Rolex to a thrilling conclusion on Sunday afternoon. Despite persistent rain, 31 horse-and-rider combinations passed through the iconic Clock Tower to take on FEI Course Designer Anderson Lima's (MEX) demanding Grand Prix track.
The course proved to be a true test of skill and precision, with faults spread throughout the track rather than concentrated at any one obstacle. By the end of the first round, only three combinations had managed to leave all the rails in place: New Zealand's Katie Laurie aboard Django II, Germany's Richard Vogel with Gangster Montdesir, and Czechia's Vaclav Stanek riding Quintin.
Stanek's faultless effort, however, came with a heartbreaking twist. Crossing the finish line in 85.08 seconds, he incurred a single time fault—just 0.08 seconds over the allotted time—leaving him in the eventual third-place position and unable to advance to the jump-off.
Laurie and Django II, winners of the Grand Prix at the 'Continental' earlier this summer, were first to return for the jump-off. An unfortunate rail opened the door for Vogel and Gangster Montdesir, who delivered a composed and fault-free performance. Stopping the clock in 52.74 seconds, the German pair secured victory in the AON Grand Prix, presented by Rolex, capping off an exceptional week of competition at Spruce Meadows.
Vaclav Stanek's remarkable first-round performance earned him the bronze position, while Laurie and Django II finished as runners-up.
This was Vogel’s third victory of the day, fourth of the ‘Pan American’, presented by Rolex.
“The beginning of the week, his (Gangster Montdesir) first time entering the International Ring, he was quite impressed, but I’m even more happy how quick he developed and how good he was today.” Richard Vogel on his strong string of horses and how they’re adapting to Spruce Meadows.
Gigi Badan (groom for Richard Vogel) was the winning groom of the AON Grand Prix, presented by Rolex and also received a new YETI cooler bag.
© Spruce Meadows Media/Bart Onyszko
Top 10 for #539 AON Grand Prix, presented by Rolex
Richard Vogel (GER) & Gangster Montdesir
Katie Laurie (NZL) & Django II
Vaclav Stanek (CZE) & Quintin
Mark Bluman (COL) & Genial de B’Neville
Lillie Keenan (USA) & Kick On
Rowan Willis (AUS) & Handsome
Tom Wachman (IRL) & Kilkenny
Daniel Coyle (IRL) & Farrel
Arturo Parada Vallejo (MEX) & Mon Faut-Tren
Jos Verlooy (BEL) & Renshaw Van’t Meulenhof
Full Results for #539 AON Grand Prix, presented by Rolex
Rain or shine, the grooms are some of the biggest behind the scenes heroes. Gigi Badan (groom for Richard Vogel) was the winning groom of the AON Grand Prix, presented by Rolex and also received a new YETI cooler bag.
© Spruce Meadows Media/Mette Holm
Richard Vogel (GER) & Phenyo Van Het Keysersbos win competition #537 the West Canadian Cup, presented by WCD © Spruce Meadows Media/Bart Onyszko
World No. 2 Richard Vogel (GER) Claims West Canadian Cup, presented by WCD at Spruce Meadows
The final day of the the 'Pan American', presented by Rolex got underway with the West Canadian Cup, presented by WCD, on the International Ring. Despite challenging wet conditions, 42 horse/rider combinations took on the 1.45m track, with 10 combinations representing nine nations producing fault-free performances to advance to the jump-off.
Germany's Richard Vogel and Phenyo Van Het Keysersbos continued their impressive form at Spruce Meadows, further solidifying why Vogel currently holds the world number two ranking. Delivering another standout performance, the pair stopped the clock in a winning time of 44.33 seconds to claim top honours.
Rounding out the podium were Colombia's Mark Bluman in second place, while Canada's Kyle King secured third, capping off a competitive and international field on the final day of competition.
“Despite the conditions, the footing really held up and we were able to make tight turns and ride the fences.” Richard Vogel (GER) on riding in the rain.
Top 10 for #537 West Canadian Cup, presented by WCD
Richard Vogel (GER) & Phenyo Van Het Keysersbos
Mark Bluman (COL) & S & L Hello Sunshine
Kyle King (CAN) & Odysseus
Conor Swail (IRL) & Casturano
Jos Verlooy (BEL) & Parise van den Dael
Robert Whitaker (GBR) & Strike a Pose
John Perez Bohm (COL) & Aztlan
Reagan Tomb (USA) & Nijinsky 10
Kassidy Keith (CAN) & Havana
Sameh el Dahan (EGY) & Oscar-A
Full Results for #537 West Canadian Cup, presented by WCDFrom
the Winner’s Circle
Juan Pablo Gaspar Albanex (MEX) & Kacentano RA win competition #534 Coril Holdings 2* Grand Prix 1.45m © Spruce Meadows Media/David Moll
Richard Vogel (GER) & Diatasio win competition #528 Friends of the Meadows Jumper 1.30m
© Spruce Meadows Media/David Moll
Natalie McHenry (CAN) & BP Magic win competition #532 HALO Holdings 1.40m
© Spruce Meadows Media/David Moll
Francisco Lomelin (MEX) & T Chacoon van de Ultrahoeve win competition #524 Fantastic 4 Jumper 1.40m Jr/Am © Spruce Meadows Media/Mark Spowart
Darby Cook (CAN) & Caya win competition #520 Friends of the Meadows Jumper 1.30m Jr/Am
© Spruce Meadows Media/Mark Spowart
Janaya Torres (USA) & New Senator win competition #512 Friends of the Meadows Jumper 1.20m Jr/Am © Spruce Meadows Media/Kevin Udahl
Laura Hazlett (USA) & Gypsy Pharo win competition #508 Friends of the Meadows Jumper 1.20m
© Spruce Meadows Media/Kevin Udahl
Femke Courchaine (CAN) & Ring of Fire BF win competition #504 Friends of the Meadows 1.10m
© Spruce Meadows Media/Kevin Udahl
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Discover everything still to come at Spruce Meadows, from the 'North American', to headline concerts, family attractions, and Canada Day celebrations.
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Get ready, because Spruce Meadows is about to kick off its biggest week of the summer!
Starting next week, the grounds come alive with five straight days of world-class show jumping, free BBQ (Canada Day, July 1), live music, family fun, and a few surprises you won't want to miss. Whether you're coming for the sport, the concerts, or just the corgi races, there's a reason to show up every single day. Here's everything happening:
Wednesday, July 1 - CANADA DAY FESTIVITIES MOVED INDOORS!
🇨🇦 Canada Day at Spruce Meadows, presented by ATCO
Free BBQ (first 3,000 people)
Family activities
Show Jumping
Live performance by Brett Kissel INSIDE THE EQUI-PLEX
🏆 The 'North American', presented by Rolex (July 2–5)
World-class show jumping
Feu de Joie ceremony & SkyHawks Parachute Drop (July 4 + 5)
Friday Night Movies featuring The Bad Guys 2 and Top Gun (July 3)
Corgi and dachshund races (July 3-5)
New MARVEL x Spruce Meadows comic cover
Live music, shopping, food, and family fun
NEW! The Sheepherding Classic (July 4 + 5)
NEW! Celtic Festival (July 4 + 5)
🎸 Finish the Live & Intimate Concert Series with:
Jimmy Eat World (July 3) - Ages 18+ event
Charley Crockett, with special guest Kashus Culpepper (July 4) - Ages 18 +
There's something happening every day at Spruce Meadows this summer—we can't wait to see you!
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James Tex – Ink Master Season 16 Champion
Anthony Tex – Season 16 Runner-Up
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