Konyot and Calecto Won Open Grand Prix
Tina Konyot took the top spot in the Open Grand Prix class at the Gold Coast Dressage Opener.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Equestrian
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Tina Konyot and her horse, Calecto V, secured a victory in the Open Grand Prix at the Gold Coast Dressage Association Opener CDI. The competition took place at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in West Palm Beach.
Why it matters
The win marks a successful start to the competitive year for Konyot, who aims to position Calecto V as a top contender for the 2010 World Equestrian Games. She utilized a conservative performance strategy to navigate the early-season event.
Konyot secured the victory in the Open Grand Prix class hosted at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center. The result reflects her performance as she works toward international eligibility and competition standards.
The players
Tina Konyot
An elite equestrian who trains at facilities in North Stonington, Connecticut, and Stuart, Florida, and was previously short-listed for the 2000 and 2004 Olympic trials.
Calecto V
The horse ridden by Tina Konyot who is being prepared for major international dressage competition cycles.
Draper Equine Therapy
The company that sponsored the Open Grand Prix class and provided awards to the winning participant.
The details
Riding conservatively to accommodate the early timing of the season, Konyot successfully guided Calecto V to the top of the standings. Draper Equine Therapy sponsored the event and presented Konyot with a saddle pad in recognition of her first-place finish.
Timeline
The event results were reported on September 21, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win establishes Konyot as a significant participant in the lead-up to the 2010 World Equestrian Games. The result follows a pattern set by elite riders as they prepare their horses for global championship qualification.
The victory validates Konyot’s current training program across her Connecticut and Florida farms. It further solidifies her standing as she continues to build momentum toward the 2010 World Equestrian Games selection process.
The takeaway
Maintaining a conservative pace during early-season events can be a strategic choice for high-level riders managing their horses' readiness. This approach helps ensure that both horse and rider peak at the correct time for major international qualifiers.
Further reading
For more information on regional competitions, visit our Equestrian section.
More information
To learn more about the gear used in this competition, visit the Draper Equine Therapy website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by HorsesDaily.
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