Mark Wahlberg is one of the most prominent figures in Hollywood. The 52-year-old has achieved legendary status in the past few years with his stellar performances on the big screen. Following in the footsteps of their father, Wahlberg’s children are also finding success in their own unique ways. However, his eldest daughter, Grace Wahlberg, chose a different career for herself and embarked on an equestrian journey.
At the tender age of 13, Grace Wahlberg is already making waves in the equestrian realm with her flawless horse-riding brilliance. In spite of choosing equestrian as her professional career, she also has an interest in Formula 1, and that is evident in her recent social media update.
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Grace engaged in a conversation with her fans on Instagram, inviting them to ask her anything. One of her fans asked her if she was excited for the F1 event in Vegas, to which the showjumper replied, “Very I can’t wait to meet lando and Oscar.” She also put a picture of Lando and Oscar with the reply. It looks like the equestrian star is a fan of McLaren, as both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri compete for the British motor racing team. The duo will soon be lined up at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, which is set to commence from November 16 to November 18.
The inaugural Vegas Grand Prix is already one of the most buzzing competitions of the year, and it promises to be a thrilling one. With all the glimmer of Vegas, the thunderous roar of race cars, and some of the most passionate Formula One fans in the world in attendance, it promises to be a race to watch out for, not just for Grace but for every F1 enthusiast in the world. With Grace eyeing a meetup with Norris and Piastri, she might be spotted in the stands cheering for McLaren. Her zeal for sports reflects her aspirations, and she has already embarked on the journey to achieve them.
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Her equestrian journey
Since her childhood, she has had a deep fascination for animals, especially horses, and henceforth, she began her equestrian journey at the age of 8 and goes strong every time she steps out to perform. Her equestrian aspirations got new wings when the Wahlberg family shifted to Nevada in 2022 to make sure all four children got a chance to pursue their dream careers. She also shares a special bond with her equine partners, with Bird being one of her favorite horses.
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Apart from Bird, she also owns a couple of other horses, like Tina, Fendy, Rainland Flurry, Scarface, etc. Grace Wahlberg also holds a national ranking in junior category; this came after her participation in the 20th IEA Anniversary Combined National Finals. In the event organized in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Grace was placed 7th out of her 12 counterparts. Having found her passion at such a young age, Grace looks promising as she embarks on the equestrian journey.
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