Patrik Kittel Fifth in Equestrian World Cup Final
- BASEL, Switzerland (AP) — Charlotte Fry of the United Kingdom secured the world Cup title in dressage, with Sweden's Patrik Kittel finishing second.The finals took place in Basel.
- Kittel, 48, entered the competition as the defending champion, having won last year in Riyad aboard Touchdown.
- “I couldn't be more satisfied," Kittel said. "It is her first championship and she has really done that with good looks."
Fry Claims World Cup Title; Kittel Takes Second
Table of Contents
- Fry Claims World Cup Title; Kittel Takes Second
- Fry Victorious
- Fry Claims World Cup Title; Kittel Takes Second: A Dressage Recap
- Who Won the Dressage World Cup Title?
- Where did the Finals Take Place?
- Who Came in Second Place?
- What was Patrik Kittel’s Score?
- What Horse Did Patrik Kittel Ride?
- What Did Kittel Say About His Performance?
- What Music Did Patrik Kittel Use in His Routine?
- What Was Charlotte Fry’s Winning Score?
- What Did charlotte Fry Say About Her Victory?
- Who Else Placed in the Top Three?
- What Did a Sports Expert Say About Kittel’s performance?
- Key Takeaways from the Dressage World Cup Final
BASEL, Switzerland (AP) — Charlotte Fry of the United Kingdom secured the world Cup title in dressage, with Sweden’s Patrik Kittel finishing second.The finals took place in Basel.
Kittel, 48, entered the competition as the defending champion, having won last year in Riyad aboard Touchdown. This year, he rode Forever Young, a 13-year-old mare, achieving a score of 80.115%.
“I couldn’t be more satisfied,” Kittel said. “It is her first championship and she has really done that with good looks.”
Kittel described his new program as “very challenging.”
“but it was noticed that the audience liked the music. And I like it,” Kittel said. “It was very different for me. Very rocky and poppy.But the ones I’ve talked to said they were very impressed with the music.”
Kittel expressed his relaxed attitude heading into the competition.
“I haven’t been nervous. I thought it’s just fun,” he said. “I have no real expectations for her because she is not so experienced. So I’ve just gone in and done the best.”
Gunilla Byström, a sports expert, commented on Kittel’s performance, calling it “such a marvelous and courageous program.” She added, “He is popular with the audience.”
Fry Victorious
Fry’s winning score was 88.195%.
“I told her before, if there is someone to whom I have to hand over the buck to today then it is indeed you. And now I have to do it,” Kittel said of Fry’s victory.
“I’m very, very happy,” Fry told SVT Sport.”It is clearly a dream to win the World Cup final.”
Isabell Werth of Germany finished second, while Isabel Freese of norway took third place.
Fry Claims World Cup Title; Kittel Takes Second: A Dressage Recap
Here’s a look at the Dressage World Cup Final, broken down in a Q&A format:
Who Won the Dressage World Cup Title?
Charlotte Fry of the United Kingdom secured the World Cup title.
Where did the Finals Take Place?
The finals took place in Basel, Switzerland.
Who Came in Second Place?
patrik Kittel of Sweden finished second.
What was Patrik Kittel’s Score?
Patrik Kittel achieved a score of 80.115%.
What Horse Did Patrik Kittel Ride?
Kittel rode Forever Young, a 13-year-old mare, at the competition.
What Did Kittel Say About His Performance?
Kittel expressed satisfaction,stating,“I couldn’t be more satisfied. It is her first championship and she has really done that with good looks.” He also described his new program as “very challenging.”
What Music Did Patrik Kittel Use in His Routine?
Kittel used a “very rocky and poppy” musical selection. He mentioned the audience seemed to enjoy it.
What Was Charlotte Fry’s Winning Score?
Charlotte Fry’s winning score was 88.195%.
What Did charlotte Fry Say About Her Victory?
Fry stated,”I’m very,very happy,” after securing the victory,adding that it was “clearly a dream to win the World Cup final.”
Who Else Placed in the Top Three?
Isabell Werth of Germany finished second, while Isabel Freese of Norway took third place.
What Did a Sports Expert Say About Kittel’s performance?
Gunilla Byström, a sports expert, called Kittel’s performance “such a marvelous and valiant program,” and added that “He is popular with the audience.”
Key Takeaways from the Dressage World Cup Final
Here’s a summary of the top three finishers:
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| Rider | Country | Placing | Score |
| —————– | ————- | ——- | ——– |
| Charlotte Fry | United Kingdom | 1st | 88.195% |
| Patrik Kittel | Sweden | 2nd | 80.115% |
| Isabell Werth | Germany | 2nd | N/A |
| Isabel Freese | Norway | 3rd | N/A |