2026 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
INXS Q-45523
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AQHA FEATURE: 2026 AQHA HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
2026 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
INXS Q-45523
Sire: |
INEVITABLY( Q-33094)( IMP) |
Dam: |
MEDORA SUGAR WINDS( R2-4636) |
Breeder: |
RICHARD PLATENKAMP |
Owner: |
PATRICIA WETTENHALL, SEVILLE EAST, VICTORIA |
INXS, affectionately known as“ Hutch”, is a remarkable example of the Australian Quarter Horse talented, versatile, honest and generous enough to carry riders of all ages and abilities to success.
Bred by Rick Platenkamp in Victoria and foaled on 9 September 2000, Hutch is by Hall of Fame inductee Inevitably out of Medora Sugar Winds. Kylie Jeffries began his early training, with Trish Wettenhall taking over as a yearling and remaining closely involved throughout his remarkable career.
Hutch’ s show career began at Halter Showcase in 2001, followed by success at NPHA. After suffering a life-threatening illness, he was started under saddle while still undergoing treatment. From his very first show as a two-year-old, where he became Champion of the Australian Halter Showcase Debutant Western Pleasure, Hutch demonstrated the talent and attitude that would define his career.
Over more than two decades, Hutch amassed an extraordinary 2,315 AQHA points, earning 26 Registers of Merit, numerous Superior Performance awards, Century awards and a QH Performance Champion title. His achievements span Open, Amateur, Select Amateur, Novice Amateur and Youth competition across Western Pleasure, Trail, Hunter Under Saddle, Hunter Seat Equitation, Western Horsemanship, Showmanship and Ranch Riding.
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