Category: Jumper News Belgie

Valkenswaard United Strike Back for Second Global Champions League Win of the Season

St. Tropez, France – June 12, 2025 – Advantage Cannes Stars… but not for long… GCL Ramatuelle, St Tropez was a race to the finish line. As the fastest team to finish on four faults, the Valkenswaard United secured their second win of the season and accelerated their […]

Belgium’s Young Guns Triumph in Thrilling Jump-Off to Win Nations Cup CSIO 3* at Drammen

Drammen, Norway – June 07, 2025 – Belgium proved the team to beat in the Longines EEF Series Region North Qualifier CSIO 3* in Drammen, coming out on top in a thrilling jump-off against hosts Norway. Netherlands closed out the podium in third. The young Belgian team of Bart […]

Gudrun Patteet Powers to Victory in the Demeures de Campagne Prize CSI 4*

Cabourg, France – May, 2025 – Second of the four highlights of the of Cabourg Classic CSI 4*, the Demeures de Campagne Prize CSI 4* today crowned the Belgian Gudrun Patteet (BEL) in the saddle of Sea Coast Chica VV. The rider won at the end of a […]

Gregory Wathelet & Bond Jamesbond de Hay “Have the License” to Win the €500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*

London, England – May 18, 2025 – The 2025 Royal Windsor Horse Show concluded today following four exceptional days of top-class equestrian sport. The highlight of the week, the €500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*, saw an outstanding performance from Belgium’s Gregory Wathelet (BEL) who stormed to victory […]

Nicola Philippaerts & Derby de Riverland Race to the Top in the LGCT Shanghai Speed Challenge CSI 5*

Shanghai, China – May 04, 2025 – After a stellar season competing in Florida, highlighted by several wins and top placings, Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) and Derby de Riverland were back in the winner’s circle on Sunday during the final day of the 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour of […]

2025 Longines EEF Series Kicks off this Week with Updated Calendar

The Longines EEF Series has officially launched its 2025 season video, building anticipation for Europe’s premier equestrian Nations Cup series. The newly released video showcases the excellence in motion that defines this prestigious competition, featuring Europe’s finest riders and horses in action. The launch video highlights the heart-pounding competition, extraordinary […]

New Season, New Stage: 2025 Longines EEF Series Kicks Off in Lier as Europe’s Rising Stars Chase Glory!

Lier, Belgium – April 10, 2025 – The 2025 Longines EEF Series, Europe’s key Nations Cup competition for developing showjumping talent, kicks off next week as the competition returns for a fifth edition with a new season opener and a new final venue. Twelve nations will descend on the […]

A Belgian Ball with One-Two-Three Finish! Jeroen Appelen Prances & Dances to Victory in the CWD Grand Prix of the City of Compiègne CSI 3*

Compiègne, France – April 06, 2025 – The 2025 Compiègne Classic ended in style this Sunday with a spectacular €56,800 CWD Grand Prix of the City of Compiègne CSI 3*, radiant weather and an atmosphere worthy of the biggest events. Under the sun, the public filled the stands […]

Brussels Stephex Masters Levels up with Extra Arena & Updated Program!

The countdown is on—just 150 days remain until the 2025 edition of the Brussels Stephex Masters. From August 27 to 31, the world’s top riders will gather in Brussels for five days of unparalleled competition, entertainment, and luxury. This year, the event takes another step forward. A brand-new […]

Abdel Saïd Punches His Grand Prix Ticket by Winning the $62,500 Bainbridge Companies Classic CSI 5*

Wellington, Florida, United States – March 28, 2025 – The stakes were high for Abdel Saïd (BEL) in the $62,500 Bainbridge 1.50m Classic CSI 5* on Friday. Earning the win aboard Calvaro, owned by AS Trading BV, he punched his ticket for the Rolex US Equestrian Open to […]

Nicola Philippaerts & Derby de Riverland Return to the Top in the $120,000 Winning Round CSIO 5*

Ocala, Florida, United States, – March 21, 2025 – Hot off a victory in Wednesday’s Lugano Grand Prix Qualifier, Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) and Derby de Riverland returned to the winner’s circle following the $120,000 Winning Round CSIO 5* at the Longines League of Nations™ Ocala at World Equestrian Center […]

Nicola Philippaerts Powers Past the Competition in the $63,000 Lugano Qualifier CSIO 5*

Ocala, Florida, USA – March 19, 2025 – It was Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) who claimed victory in the $63,000 Lugano Grand Prix Qualifier CSIO5* on opening day of the Longines League of Nations™ Ocala event at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) on Wednesday. Ocala serves as the second […]

Gilles Thomas Thrives in the Borek Prize CSI 5* at The Dutch Masters

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 16, 2025 – The €28,200 Borek Prize CSI 5* featured a technically challenging course in which the best 12 combinations qualified for the decisive winners’ round. In this battle for victory, top Belgian rider Gilles Thomas (BEL) grabbed the top prize with his […]

Jos Verlooy & FTS Killossery Konfusion Conclude Desert Circuit Winning the $200,000 Kask & Vogel Grand Prix CSI 4*

Thermal, California, United States – March 15, 2025 – Belgium’s Jos Verlooy (BEL) and FTS Killossery Konfusion concluded the 2024-2025 Desert International Horse Park season by doing the same thing they have been doing all circuit: winning. Verlooy and “Konfusion” claimed their third grand prix victory of the […]

Making Women Proud on their Day! Emilie Conter Stuns Past Favorites in the $500,000 Bainbridge Companies Grand Prix CSI 5*

Wellington, Florida, USA – March 08, 2025 – In a finish befitting of International Women’s Day, Belgium’s Emilie Conter (BEL) stormed to a win in the $500,000 Bainbridge Companies Grand Prix CSI 5* during Winter Equestrian Festival’s (WEF) ‘Saturday Night Lights’ on March 8. Highlighted by 12 weeks […]

Jos Verlooy & FTS Killossery Konfusion Conquer the $117,000 Marshall & Sterling Grand Prix CSI 3*

Thermal, California, USA – March 08, 2025 – The Desert Circuit 9 grand prix qualifier proved to be a strong indicator of the results of Saturday afternoon’s $117,000 Marshall + Sterling Grand Prix CSI 3*, as the top two riders remained exactly the same. For the second time, it was Belgium’s […]

No “Konfusion”! Jos Verlooy Declared the Winner of the $63,000 Brainwater Speed Welcome CSI 3*

Thermal, California, USA – March 07, 2025 – After several winters spent competing on the East Coast, Jos Verlooy (BEL) made the decision to begin showing instead on the West Coast at the Desert International Horse Park (DIHP) , and based on results alone, the Belgian rider is likely […]

Déjà Vu in Doha! Abdel Said & Bonne Amie Repeat! Defend Title in the €575,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Doha CSI 5*

Doha, Qatar – March 01, 2025 – Abdel Said (BEL) and his exceptional mare Bonne Amie have etched their names into the history books, securing a sensational second consecutive victory at the €575,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Doha CSI 5*. Under the floodlights of Al […]

Jérôme Guery & Great Britain V Show their Greatness in the €57,000 CHG Grand Prix CSI 3*

Oliva Nova, Spain – February 23, 2025 – Belgium’s Jéròme Guery (BEL) has been in great form at the 2025 Mediterranean Equestrian Tour‘s Spring MET II in Oliva Nova, Spain, taking three big wins during the second week of competition prior to Sunday. And on Sunday, Guery and […]

Maverick van Lent & Forever du Givre Turn on the Afterburner for Top Gun Victory in the €105,675 Andalucía Grand Prix CSI 4*

Vejer de la Frontera, Spain – February 23, 2025 – The third of seven weeks of the Andalucía Sunshine Tour came to an end with the top 50 riders of the week taking part in the €105,675 Andalucía Grand Prix CSI 4* on Sunday. The class was held […]

Gilles Thomas & Lavanoche T&L Z Light Up in the Barceló Trophy CSI 4*

Vejer de la Frontera, Spain – February 20, 2025 – Once again Gilles Thomas (BEL) was on top form winning the big class today, the €7,320 Barceló Trophy, 1.50m with Lavanoche T&L Z (Lavallino Ter Klomp x Bentley Van de Heffinck). The class was against the clock and […]

Abdel Saïd Steers Arpege du Ru to Victory in the €105,500 FEI World Cup of Doha CSI 3*-W

Doha, Qatar – February 15, 2025 – The Belgian anthem was heard last Friday on the second day of three-day event HH The Amir Sword International Equestrian Festival CSI 5* & CSI 3*-W at the magnificent Longines arena of Al Shaqab. The €105,500 FEI World Cup of Doha […]

Constant van Paesschen & Ganturano Gallop for the Gold in the Longines Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi CSI 2* at Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – February 14, 2025 – The penultimate day of the Emirates Jumping Cup saw four competitive classes, culminating with the€31,200 Longines Grand Prix CSI 2* – 1.45m, which featured 50 riders vying for top honours. With only seven clears in the first round, […]

Doha Falcons Take Flight Once Again: 2025 Global Champions League Squad Locked & Loaded!

Doha, Qatar – February 13, 2025 – Brace yourselves—the Doha Falcons are back! With a roster of elite experience, this formidable squad is ready to soar in their 9th GCL season. Returning to the GCL battlefield with unfinished business, the Doha Falcons narrowly missed out on a championship podium last year so have entered 2025 with a super squad for […]

John Whitaker Signed by Rome Gladiators with Huge Shake Up for the Team!

Rome, Italy – February 09, 2025 – The battlefield is set, the gates of the Colosseum are open, and a new legion is ready to take on the world. Introducing the Rome Gladiators powered by Cavalleria Toscana—the latest force to enter GCL in 2025. With an iron-willed squad and an […]

Nicola Philippaerts Dares to Be Fast to Claim Second Consecutive Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup

Wellington, Florida, USA – February 06, 2025 – Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) is making his mark on the 2025 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) with a second consecutive victory in Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup action, winning the $116,100 offering during Round V at Wellington International. The Belgian  win this week came aboard Katanga V/H […]

Jérôme Guery & Great Britain V Gallop for the Gold in the CHG Grand Prix CSI 3* at Oliva Nova

Oliva Nova, Spain – February 02, 2025 – Belgium’s Jérôme Guery (BEL) and the 13-year-old gelding Great Britain V (Nabab de Reve x Carolus H) won Sunday’s €57,150 CHG – Construcciones Hispano Germanas Grand Prix CSI 3* – 1.50m at Spring MET I 2025, topping a starting field […]

Nicola Philippaerts & Derby de Riverland Back on Top in the $62,500 Adequan Challenge Cup CSI 4*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 30, 2025 – International athletes at the 2025 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) have made a habit of repeating past wins, and Belgium’s Nicola Philippaerts fit that mold on Thursday. On the grass derby field, the 2016 Olympian earned a repeat win from 2024 […]

Pieter Devos & Jarina J Jump the Highest in the €115,000 Anemone Horse Trucks Grand Prix of Amsterdam CSI 5*-W

Amsterdam, The Netherlands – January 25, 2025 – Pieter Devos (BEL) and his Jarina J were in a class of their own today and managed to keep Denis Lynch (IRL) behind them in the saddle of Vistogrand with apparent ease. The combination won the €115,000 Anemone Horse Trucks […]

Jos Verlooy Victorious in the $200,000 American Wild Horse Conservation Grand Prix CSI 4*

Thermal, California, USA – January 25, 2025 – There was no confusion as to Saturday night’s winner, as Jos Verlooy piloted FTS Killossery Konfusion to victory in the $200,000 American Wild Horse Conservation Grand Prix CSI 4* by a margin of nearly three seconds on January 25 at the Desert International […]