Faltic HB or Elektric Blue P: Who wins in Windsor today?
Who are the favourites to win the Pearl Stakes at the Royal Windsor Horse Show?
On the first day of international jumping at the Royal Windsor Horse Show, the Pearl Stakes is the feature class. Over a track of 155 with a jump-off, 31 combinations will take on each other.
According to the EquiRatings Jumping Prediction Centre, two combinations are considered the top contenders. Max Kühner on Elektric Blue P and hometown hero Ben Maher on Faltic HB both have a 9% chance of claiming victory in the Pearl Stakes this afternoon. While Faltic HB will be making his first appearance at the five-star level in 2023, Elektric Blue P has already participated in three CSI5* events. With a clear rate of 66.7% thanks to two clear rounds, Elektric Blue P has proven his competence at that level. It's worth noting that Max Kühner and Elektric Blue P competed in this class last year and achieved a faultless performance, although they decided to skip the jump-off to preserve their energy for the Grand Prix on Sunday.
Another hometown hero, Scott Brash, enters the competition with a 7% chance of winning aboard Hello Jefferson. Additionally, four other duos have a 6% chance each of securing victory this afternoon.
Click here to see the EquiRatings Jumping Prediction Centre for the Pearl Stakes at the Royal Windsor Horse Show.