May 29, 2026 – Devon, PA – In a thrilling display of world-class sport, the 2026 Devon Horse Show and Country Fair delivered one of the most competitive Grand Prix events in its 130-year history. The $210,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon, sponsored by Meridian Bank, brought together an exceptional field of elite athletes from across the globe, including Colombia, Egypt, Ireland, Israel, and the United States, for a night of unforgettable show jumping in the iconic Dixon Oval.
The field featured four world top-15 riders amid a field of Olympic medalists and rising stars. Together, the international contenders battled for one of the most prestigious titles on the North American circuit.
The USA’s Charlotte Jacobs aboard North Star’s Korbach van de Renger proved unbeatable in the end. As the second-to-last horse-and-rider pair to return for the jump-off, Jacobs executed a smooth and efficient plan, delivering the fastest clear round of the eight combinations that advanced. Their time of 32.77 seconds secured the victory.
2026 $210,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon Winner
The Celeste McNeal Harper Perpetual Trophy
Charlotte Jacobs and Korbach van de Renger
Richard E. McDevitt Style Award
The Richard E. McDevitt Style Perpetual Trophy
Charlotte Jacobs
The 2015 KWPN gelding (Colestus x Wersina), owned by North Star and Jacobs, etched his name into history on The Celeste McNeal Harper Perpetual Trophy. Jacobs purchased Korbach van de Renger at the end of his nine-year-old season after he had competed in several Under 25 classes and has since developed him into an international Grand Prix contender.
“I tried him and just fell in love with him,” said Jacobs. “He had a lot of ability. He’s super athletic and very, very careful.”
The victory carried special significance for Jacobs, who grew up competing at Devon and returned to the historic showgrounds with the goal of contending for the Grand Prix title.
“The atmosphere at Devon is like nothing else. It’s incredible. I showed here a lot as a junior, and last year was my first year back since 2013. I came this week with horses that I thought would suit this ring, and I’m thrilled with the result,” she said.
USA’s McKayla Langmeier finished second aboard Rafferty Farm’s Belgian Warmblood stallion Riesling van de Gaathoeve, stopping the clock in 33.49 seconds. Her jump-off effort held the lead until Jacobs’ final challenge. “I was very proud of my horse,” said Langmeier. “He was there every stride with me today.”
USA Olympian McLain Ward rounded out the top three aboard Robin Cleary Parsky’s Oldenburg mare First Lady. “I always love to come to Devon,” said Ward. “The atmosphere here is as good as anywhere in the world. It always makes me feel very special to compete here.”
Second Place
McKayla Langmeier and Riesling van de Gaathoeve
Third Place
McLain Ward and First Lady
