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Mark Wahlberg has had a majestic career as an actor throughout his years in the industry. The 52-year-old having accumulated numerous accolades has remained on the ground and focused when returning to his family. The actor’s family of six has known his presence and attention dearly; more specifically, his youngest daughter Grace, a passionate equestrian who is known to resemble her father with her ‘work ethic’.

The 13-year-old has showcased her interest in the equestrian sport of eventing as an 8-year-old. Mark, to support her ambitions has moved places and the little one stands by it; with her dedication and strict punctuality. Continuing her passion, Grace has already made her presence in the industry, competing and winning at numerous events. Now as the youngster proceeds, she has yet another title to add to her name after an event over the weekend. Following her success, Grace posted her achievement for the community online and the fans joined in to applaud the 13-year-old.

Grace shares victory lap online

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Grace won her first dressage show as an 8 1/2-year-old back in 2018. Walking her way up since the 13-year-old has placed a 3rd and a 4th this year alone. In August, Grace secured third place with her equine Flurry for the first round and then a 4th atop Scarface for the Classics. Now getting better and well, Grace was back at Eventing on Friday with her beloved companion, Flurry.

Over the weekend, Grace participated in the Temecula Valley National Horse Show. The event was hosted by the Nilforushan equisport events inclusive of varying categories. Grace, as a 13-year-old went in to perform at the Children’s Jumper 110m. In Round 1, Grace put up a score of 36.41, followed by 25.968 in Jump Off emerging on top amidst 23 performers. Following the triumph, Grace took to share the moment on Instagram with a caption reading, “Flur on top today.”

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Grace who has often received the fangirl and fanboy moments from her parents, was in for a new audience in the comments. The spectators, proud of the 13-year-old, gathered to leave appreciative comments under the post.

Fans send in appreciation for the equestrian

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The equestrian graced the Instagram with her and the equine Rainland Furry in action. Watching the duo succeed, the fans poured in love for both the athletes. Impressed by Grace, one of the users commented, “She’s so cool,” while another sent in encouragement saying, “You go girl.”

As hearts and claps made their way up the comment section, one of them added, “Awesome girl” with more hearts while another sent in congratulations. “Well done! Congrats!” 

While Grace stood to receive the appreciation, fans also cheered on the equine. “What a king,” followed by a “Heck YA!!” Another one of the fans, following the performance, wrote, “Ate that.” while another said, “So cool. Love your horses.”

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The event however wasn’t the last one for the youngster. Her story hinted at her participation in the Classics. And according to her father, the 13-year-old wants to go her way up on the meters and finally compete at the Grand Prix.

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