Mark Wahlberg’s youngest daughter is a natural speedster. Grace Wahlberg, aged 13, began following her passion for equestrian sports at a very young age. The young equestrian has, at times, surprised even her father with her devotion to her craft. However, a recent revelation has underscored her work ethic in a new and emotional way. 

Mark Wahlberg often praises his equestrian daughter for her dedication. Grace Wahlberg rises from bed at early sunrise and takes a stroll down to the barn. She uses this solitary dawn ritual to forge a unique bond with her cherished mare, which was put on show at a recent event. 

Grace Wahlberg’s special connection with Bernadette

Grace has made dad Mark Wahlberg proud by becoming a member of the USET Equestrian Team. As part of an elite squad, the youngster set foot in another major contest in Las Vegas.

To accompany her, she had Bernadetta, aka Birdie, who continued her ribbon-winning jumps. The duo contested in the 1.10 m Children’s Jumper Welcome USHJA National Championships. Grace Wahlberg had faith in her equine partner and shared a secret about Birdie’s temperament.

She posted a video of the ride on Instagram and captioned it, “Birdie likes a little Vegas gamble every now and then”, to reveal her horse’s love for competition.  

Grace and Birdie took the 9th spot on the leaderboard and were decked with a pink ribbon. Birdie and Grace had pulled off their first double jump at the 1.10m during the 20th IEA Anniversary Combined National Finals in 2022. Within a year, they have perfected their jump to earn applause and cheers from not just her father, Mark Wahlberg but also from the captivated audience. 

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Dynamic equestrian duo winning hearts beyond the arena

Grace Wahlberg has staunch support from her father, Mark Wahlberg, and her fans. The young equestrian prodigy and her equine have received an outpour of love from the online community. One fan commented on the aesthetic of her horse, writing, “Birdie looks gawjus”.

Next, another fan complimented the pairing, saying, “What a great team!” One fan experienced a heart-melting moment, stating, “She wanted pink as her ribbon color lol!!” A loyal fan of the duo highlighted the horse’s personality, remarking, “Birdie!! #needsaMUNCH for all the shows”. Lastly, one fan praised them both, commenting, “Awesome girl and I love the horses”. 

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