Julian Hyde won the FEI world showjumping challenge aboard Alexis Pegasus at the Kingston Polo Club, Caymanas Estates, last weekend.

Hyde, the 22-year-old son of the former national footballer Lenworth Hyde, nosed out top-ranked Justin Vaz aboard his customary horse, Shabba Ranks.

Hyde faster

Both riders had three clear rounds and four faults in the final round to finish heads on. However, Hyde clocked a faster time - 58.60 seconds as against Vaz's 59.97.

The veteran Susan Wates, riding Matrix, finished third with six faults in a field of 12, while fourth went to Gabby Ralston.

Meanwhile, 13-year-old Shelby Wildish, riding Matrix, won the second leg of the Hi-Pro Grand Prix ahead of Adam Lake aboard Alexis Pegasus.