Category: Jumper News Belgie

From Dreaming on the Sidelines to LGCT Champion: Abdel Saïd Secures the 2026 Title

Brussels, Belgium – October 28, 2026 – Two Grand Prix victories, relentless consistency and a team effort behind every round: Abdel Saïd has claimed the 2026 Longines Global Champions Tour Championship with one stage still remaining. There was a time when Abdel Saïd (BEL) watched the greats of […]

Pieter Devos & Casual DV Z Conquer Cairo Winning the €1 Million LGCT Grand Prix CSI 5* at the Pyramids of Giza

Cairo, Egypt – October 24, 2026 – Against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pyramids of Giza, the inaugural Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Cairo CSI 5*, presented by Tatweer, delivered an unforgettable afternoon of world-class show jumping, championship glory and sporting history, as Belgium’s Pieter Devos […]

Jérôme Guéry Makes History as the First Winner of El Jadida’s 5-Star Grand Prix

El Jadida, Morocco – October 18, 2026 – The final highlight of the Morocco Royal Tour, the His Majesty King Mohammed VI World Cup Grand Prix CSI 5*-W, saw Jérôme Guéry (BEL) claim victory aboard Kiliman Sitte. With this win, the Belgian also becomes the first 5-star Grand […]

Rome Belongs to Abdel Saïd after Winning the €308,600 Longines Global Champions Tour of Rome CSI 5*

Rome, Italy – October 11, 2026 – When the pressure reached boiling point in the Eternal City, Abdel Saïd (BEL) delivered a performance worthy of a champion. Under the Roman sky, with the crowd roaring and the 2026 title race hanging in the balance, the Belgian star stormed […]

All Roads Lead to Rome: LGCT Championship Lead on the Line as Saïd & Ahlmann Face Crucial Showdown

Rome, Italy – October 09, 2026 – Fourteen points. Two title contenders. One potentially game-changing Grand Prix. The race for the 2026 Longines Global Champions Tour crown is heading into Rome with the pressure rising and the championship lead firmly in play. Abdel Saïd (BEL) arrives at the […]

Spotlight on Barcelona as Longines League of Nationsâ„¢ Prepares for Final Act

Barcelona, Spain – October 01, 2026 – This week, the spotlight falls on Barcelona (ESP), where the Real Club de Polo will set the stage for one team to be crowned Longines League of Nationsâ„¢ 2026 champions. Ten nations began the series, but four fiercely contested qualifiers across […]

Quentin Simonet Elected EEF President for Four-Year Mandate at 2026 General Assembly

Dublin, Ireland – September 22, 2026 – The European Equestrian Federation (EEF) held its annual General Assembly on Tuesday 22 September in Dublin, Ireland. Hosted by Horse Sport Ireland, representatives came together from across Europe for two days of meetings. With 38 National Federations represented, the Assembly approved […]

Belgium Crowned 2026 Longines EEF Series Nations Cup Champions in Avenches

Avenches, Switzerland – September 06, 2026 – Belgium prevailed in a dramatic Longines EEF Series Final at L’Institut Équestre National d’Avenches (IENA), lifting the trophy ahead of Sweden, who led for most of the competition. Austria finished third. Fourth at the end of round one on a score of 12, Belgium, […]

Ten Nations Ready for the Ultimate Test in the Longines EEF Series Nations Cup Final at Avenches

Avenches, Switzerland – September 04, 2026 – The climax of the 2026 Longines EEF Series is almost here, with ten nations set to contest Sunday’s Series finale at L’Institut Équestre National d’Avenches (IENA) as they battle to be crowned this year’s champion. Only three nations have won the Longines EEF Series Final […]

Pieter Devos & Primo DV Power to Victory in the €500,000 Rolex Ville de Dinard Grand Prix CSI 5*

Dinard, France – August 02, 2026 – The highlight of the Jumping International de Dinard CSI 5* & CSI 3*, the fifth event of the 2026 Rolex Series season, delivered a thrilling afternoon of world-class sport as Pieter Devos (BEL) claimed victory in the €500,000 Rolex Ville de Dinard Grand Prix CSI 5* aboard […]

Basel Cosmopolitans Claim the Crown of the Global Champions League of Riesenbeck!

Riesenbeck, Germany – July 18, 2026 – Riesenbeck International played host to the ninth stage of the 2026 Global Champions League season on Saturday, where 17 teams lined up for round one in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The challenging two-round format quickly produced its first surprises as several […]

Gregory Wathelet & Romance van de Padenborre Race to First in the Hus Reproduction Prize CSIO 5*

La Baule, France – June 12, 2026 – In the €28,200 Hus Reproduction Prize CSIO 5* (1.45m speed class), another highlight of Friday’s CSIO 5* competition at the 2026 Jumping International de La Baule CSIO 5*, Belgium’s Gregory Wathelet (World No. 28) claimed victory aboard Romance van de […]

Jos Verlooy Flies to First in the Francis Family Cup CSI 5*

Calgary, Canada –June 11, 2026 – The International Ring opened competition on Thursday at Spruce Meadows with the Francis Family Cup – 1.50m, where 25 athletes took on the track designed by FEI Course Designer Olaf Petersen Jr. (GER). Only four combinations produced fault-free first rounds to earn […]

Abdel Said Steals the Show in the €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Cannes CSI 5*

Cannes, France – June 06, 2026 – With France at the centre of the sporting world this weekend – the spotlight on Saturday night belonged firmly to Cannes. As superyachts lined the bay, with the Mediterranean shimmering beyond the arena and a sold-out crowd creating an electric atmosphere, […]

Inside the Rolex Grand Slam: Questions & Answers with Nicola Philippaerts

Aachen, Germany – May 23, 2026 – You have competed at Aachen many times throughout your career. What is it about this arena, and this event, that continues to make it one of the most significant stages in the sport? NP: Aachen is a very special show for me. […]

Belgium Prevails! Jérôme Guery & Gigolo di Villagna Gallop to Victory in the B. Grimm Prize CSI 5*

Hamburg, Germany – May 13, 2026 – Belgium prevails! One of the most traditional nations of the noble sport, the “Red Devils” were not denied victory on the opening day of five-star competition at the 2026 Al Shira’aa German Jumping & Dressage Derby CSI 5* & CSI 4*. […]

Robin van Thillo Claims his Finest victory in the Grand Prix of the Touquet Classic CSI 3*

Touquet Paris-Plage – May 10, 2026 – Belgium’s Robin van Thillo (BEL) claimed the finest success of his career this afternoon in the €56,800 Grand Prix of the City of Touquet Paris-Plage CSI 3*, organised by the Grand Prix Events team. In this 1.55m class, the pair he […]

Belgium Reigns Supreme with Perfect Performance at Home in Lier

Lier, Belgium – May 08, 2026 – Belgium came out on top at the Longines EEF Series Region West Qualifier on home turf in Lier after they were the only team to finish on a score of zero. Great Britain was the quickest of the four faulters to […]

Anthony Philippaerts: “Going Clear in My First Senior Round Gave Me Confidence”

Limburg, Belgium – May 06, 2026 – Anthony Philippaerts (BEL) and his horse Gabell d’Arvor claimed silver together with their teammates, the Red Musketeers, in the Nations Cup of Mannheim CSIO 3*. With a clear round and just one jumping fault in his second round, the youngest of […]

Nitro-Charged Nicola! Philippaerts Powers to Win the €630,500 LGCT Grand Prix of Shanghai CSI 5*

Shanghai, China – May 03, 2026 – The electric atmosphere of Shanghai reached fever pitch as 40 world class riders went head-to-head in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Shanghai CSI 5* with over €630,500 in prize money on the line in one of the most […]

Koen Vereecke & Oilily de Muze Make it to the Top in the Two-Phase Special CSI 5*

Shanghai, China – May 01, 2026 – Serving as the appetizer to super Sunday, the €28,200 Two-Phase Special CSI 5* got competition underway at the Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre on Saturday. Koen Vereecke (BEL) and Oilily de Muze made things look easy on their way to winning […]

Thomas Thrives! Gilles Gives a Glimpse of Victory in the GCL Individual Competition CSI 5*

Shanghai, China – May 01, 2026 – Before going on to win Saturday’s feature class, €105,500 LGCT Jump-off Challenge CSI 5* at the 2026 Longines Global Champions Tour of Shanghai CSI 5*, Gilles Thomas (BEL) and Chuck Marienshof Z gave equestrian fans a glimpse of their greatness, topping […]

Check Mate with “Chuck Mate”! Gilles Thomas Thrives in the €105,500 LGCT Jump-off Challenge CSI 5*

Shanghai, China – May 01, 2026 – Gilles Thomas (BEL) returned to the top of the podium in emphatic style on day two of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Shanghai CSI 5*, guiding the ever-consistent Chuck Marienshof Z to victory in the €105,500 LGCT Jump-off Challenge CSI […]

Thibeau Spits Comes Out on Top in the Thrilling €308,600 GL events Grand Prix CSI 5*

Fontainebleau, France – April 26, 2026 – The Printemps des Sports Équestres came to a spectacular conclusion on Sunday afternoon as Thibeau Spits (BEL) and Impress-K van’t Kattenheye Z won the €308,600 GL events Grand Prix CSI 5*. The young Belgian rider recorded a major win against top-level competition in […]

Trelawny Trailblazers Thrive in Adversity to Claim the MLSJ Team Competition CSI 5*

Lexington, United States — April 24, 2026 — The Trelawny Trailblazers are taking aim at a third championship title, and started with a win in the $262,500 Major League Show Jumping (MLSJ) Team Competition CSI 5*, presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, on Friday during Leg 8 at […]

Gilles Thomas Charges to First in the €105,500 Cox Trophy CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 17, 2026 – The second day of CSI 5* competition at the Longines Global Champions Tour CSI 5* & CSI 2*, presented by GNP Mexico Jumping, took place on Friday. The iconic Campo Marte set the stage for an action-packed day, where the Mexican […]

Jérôme Guéry Gallops for the Gold in the Years of Culture Trophy CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 16, 2026 – The Longines Global Champions Tour of Mexico CSI 5* & CSI 2* burst into life in spectacular fashion as the first CSI 5* class – the 1.45m opener presented by the Qatar–Mexico Year of Culture – set the tone for an […]

H&M and the Philippaerts Brothers Close an 11-Year Success Story

Limburg, Belgium – April 01, 2026 – After 11 years of collaboration, Swedish fashion company H&M and brothers Olivier Philippaerts (BEL) and Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) are closing this chapter together.The decision follows a change in strategy at H&M. Olivier and Nicola Philippaerts are grateful for the trust they […]

Pieter Devos Flies the Flag the Highest for Belgium in the €105,500 Saut Hermès Prize CSI 5*

Paris, France – March 21, 2026 â€“ Playing out on as sublime a course as ever amidst the interplay of light and shadow created by the Grand Palais‘ glass roof, the second day of the 16th edition of the Saut Hermès took place on Saturday. The Belgian national anthem […]

Nicola Philippaerts & Gadget Mouche Score a Sweet Victory in the $200,000 MARS Equestrian Grand Prix CSI 4*

Ocala, United States – February 28, 2026 – International sport took center stage Saturday evening at World Equestrian Center – Ocala as spectators filled the stands for a night of top competition. While hunter riders contested the $75,000 MARS Equestrian USHJA International Hunter Derby in the WEC Stadium, […]