Andrés Azcárraga crowns Mexico in prestigious German equestrian tournament

Andrés Azcárraga, a member of the Sedena equestrian team, won first place in the prestigious Deutsches Spring Derby in Germany with his mare Atlántica Du Soleil Z.

Second Lieutenant Andrés Azcárraga became the first Mexican to win the Deutsches Spring Derby:

• Main event : International Jumping Competition (1.50m high)
• Location : Hamburg Hippodrome, Germany
• Participants : 58 riders from 18 countries

The perfect routine that gave him victory:

• Time : 78.92 seconds in the final round
• Penalties : 0 points for fouls
• Difficulty : Overcame 14 technical obstacles
• Mare : Atlantica Du Soleil Z (13 years old, Zangersheide breed)

"This achievement is for Mexico and for our Armed Forces" — Andrés Azcárraga, Second Lieutenant of the Sedena

Profile of the Mexican champion:

• Age : 28 years
• Training : Military Riding School
• Palmarés :
  • 3 medals at the Pan American Games
  • 5 national titles
  • First place at CSI 4* in Wellington (2023)

Key tournament facts:

• Foundation : 1920 (104 years of history)
• Prize : 250,000 euros in prizes
• Relevance : Considered the "Wimbledon" of horse racing

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