Category: Jumper News Ireland

Shane Sweetnam Soars towards a One-Two Finish in the $50,000 Welcome CSI 3* at Split Rock in Lexington

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – September 29, 2023 – The Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour (SRJT) continued into the second of three weeks of competition at the Kentucky Horse Park for the Split Rock Hunter Jumper Fall 1, this time featuring a CSI 3* rating. Friday’s competition was highlighted by […]

Inaugural WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy Kicks-Off In Style

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – September 28, 2023 – The inaugural edition of the WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy kicked off in thrilling fashion today at the renowned Longines Tops International Arena. With a spectacular combination of athleticism, precision, and excitement, the event introduced an exciting new element […]

Mark McAuley & GRS Lady Amaro are the Aces of the €60,000 Hubside Grand Prix CSI 3*

Grimaud, France – September 24, 2023 – The second week of the Fall Tour came to an end on Sunday at the Hubside Jumping de Grimaud and it was Mark McAuley (IRL) and GRS Lady Amaro who rode to victory in the €60,000 Hubside Grand Prix CSI 3*. […]

Michael Pender & HHS Ocala Lead All-Irish Podium Amongst 5-Year-Olds at the World Championship

Lanaken, Belgium – September 24, 2023 – Under a radiant sun and in front of packed stands, this morning the start signal was given for the denouement of the FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses 2023! Traditionally, it were the 5-year-old horses that were the first […]

Harry Allen & Kumina Della Caccia are World Champions Amongst 7-Year-Olds

Lanaken, Belgium – September 24, 2023 – The 2023  FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses concluded this afternoon with a thrilling final for the 7-year-old horses. The jump-off was once again a very great one and in the end it was Harry Allen and the […]

Six-Year Partnership Comes to Fruition as Denis Lynch & Cornets Iberio Top Zangersheide Sires of the World Challenge

Lanaken, Belgium – September 22, 2023 – There were eight clear rounds out of 50 combinations in the finale of the Sires of the World. In the jump-off the crowds at the FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses in Lanaken got treated to some very competitive […]

Battle Between Daniels! Daniel Coyle Doubles Down to Win the $142,500 Cabana Coast Qualifier CSI 5*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – September 15, 2023 – Daniel Coyle (IRL) has been developing a champion in Ivory TCS for the past few years, and his efforts have been proven every step of the way. Ariel Grange’s 10-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare (Falaise de Muze x Ukato) stepped up […]

Conor Swail & Gamble Hit the Jackpot in the $80,000 Enbridge Cup CSIO 5*

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada – September 10, 2023 – The final day of the 2023 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO 5* & CSI 2* saw fans coming through the gates bright and early to get their spot around the International Ring to watch some of the best show jumping […]

Impressive Irishmen Ride to Victory in the $600,000 BMO Nations Cup CSIO 5* at Spruce Meadows

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada – September 09, 2023 – It was a full house at Spruce Meadows on Saturday for the $600,000 BMO Nations Cup CSIO 5*. Seven teams were ready to take on the 520m course that featured 12 obstacles (15 jumping efforts) – all to be […]

Darragh Kenny & Eddy Blue Blaze to the Top in the $78,000 The Agency Speed Stake CSI 5*

Bridgehampton, New York, USA – September 02, 2023 â€“ After claiming several podium finishes during the week at the Hampton Classic, it was Darragh Kenny’s (IRL) turn to top the leaderboard in Saturday’s $78,000 The Agency Speed Stake CSI 5*. Kenny bested a field of 40 entries representing 14 nations with […]

Christian Coyle Gallops to Win the $30,000 Hampton Classic Jumper Challenge 

Bridgehampton, New York – August 27, 2023 – Ireland’s Christian Coyle (IRL) bested a field of 43 entries in the $30,000 Hampton Classic Jumper Challenge to kick off the Hampton Classic Horse Show’s Open Jumper division on Sunday. He and Ma Pomme de Tamerville were the fastest of eight double-clear rounds, securing their […]

Doda Miranda & Dinozo Un Prince Crowned the Kings of the R$1,000,000 Longines World Cup Qualifier of São Paulo CSI 5*-W

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil – August 27, 2023 – The 2023 Longines São Paulo Horse Show – The Indoor Jumping of Brazil CSI 5*-W came to an end on Sunday at Sociedade Hípica Paulista (SHP), culminating with the running of the R$1,000,000 FEI Jumping World Cup Qualifier […]

Daniel Coyle Decisive Again! Roadrunners Rule the $270,000 Major League Show Jumping Team Competition CSI 5*

Ottawa, Ontario – August 27, 2023 – The $270,000 Major League Show Jumping Team Competition CSI 5* closed out Saturday’s show jumping action. Eight teams took to the grass field for the fun-filled yet fiercely competitive class with four – Eye Candy, Helios, Roadrunners, and Trailbrazers – advancing to […]

Brotherly Battle! Daniel Coyle Beats Brother Topping the $142,500 Steel-Craft Door Products CSI 5*

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada – August 25, 2023 – The only thing better than winning once is winning twice, and Ireland’s Daniel Coyle (IRL) did exactly that on Friday, August 25, at the Major League Show Jumping Ottawa CSI 5* & CSI 2* tournament on Friday, August 25, at Wesley […]

Tom Wachman Tops Veterans in Two-Phase Challenge at the Brussels Stephex Masters CSIO 5*

Brussels, Belgium – August 24, 2023 – Not long ago, he was competing in the European Championships for ponies. Tom Wachman (IRL) is now just 18 years old, but that didn’t stop him from clinching the first 5*-class of the Brussels Stephex Masters: “I was thrilled to have […]

Ireland’s Conor Swail Races to Victory at Major League Show Jumping Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada – August 24, 2023 – Conor Swail of Ireland raced to victory in the $38,500 Mark Motors Group Qualifier CSI 2* held as part of the Major League Show Jumping Ottawa tournament on Thursday, August 24, at Wesley Clover Parks in Ottawa, ON. Conor Swail […]

Daniel Coyle Prevails as Irishmen Battle for First Place in the $38,500 Sprucewood Winning Round CSI 5*

Toronto, Canada – August 19, 2023 – The third leg of the 2023 Major League Show Jumping series brought much excitement to spectators at Angelstone Events on Saturday and two Irishmen were responsible for a ferocious battle in the $38,500 Sprucewood Winning Round CSI 5*. The Irish duel […]

Denis Lynch & Brooklyn Heights Shine the Brightest in the €97,700 Lugano Diamonds Trophy CSI 5*

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands — August 20, 2023 — In an electrifying finale to a spectacular weekend of top-notch sport and family entertainment, Denis Lynch (IRL) and the exceptional Brooklyn Heights emerged victorious in the €97,700 Lugano Diamonds Trophy CSI 5* at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Valkenswaard CSI […]

Trailblazers Deliver the One-Two Punch & Nayel Nassar the Knock Out in the $485,500 Cabana Coast Team Competition

Toronto, Canada – August 18, 2023 – The sun went down and the Angelstone Events venue came alive Friday evening with a commanding victory from the Trelawny Trailblazers in the $485,500 Cabana Coast Team Competition CSI 5*. Daniel Bluman (ISR), Conor Swail (IRL) and Nayel Nassar (EGY)—all ranked […]

Willie Tynan Takes Top Honors in the $25,000 Hits Grand Prix at Vermont

Manchester, Vermont, USA – August 11, 2023 – Gathering around the Grand Prix Ring at HITS Vermont on Friday afternoon, crowds eagerly anticipated a riveting display of skill as riders vied for victory in the $25,000 Hits Grand Prix. Amidst an exceptionally competitive field, it was Willie Tynan […]

Willie Tynan & Seattle Seize the Moment in the $40,000 Hits Grand Prix at Hits Vermont

Manchester, Vermont, USA – August 13, 2023 – Sunday afternoon was spent with a crowd of spectators watching the action unfold in the $40,000 Hits Grand Prix, presented by Hampton Inn. Being the final grand prix of the Hits Vermont circuit, multiple riders put forth their best efforts to […]

Michael Blake Names Irish Team ahead Nations Cup at the RDS Dublin Horse Show CSIO 5*

Dublin, Ireland – August 10, 2023 – Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) Show Jumping High Performance Director Michael Blake has named his squad in a bid to defend their title as reigning Aga Khan Trophy champions. The Underwriting Exchange Irish Show Jumping team have enjoyed a successful season to […]

Riders & Horses for the RDS Dublin Horse Show CSIO 5*

Dublin, Ireland – August 10, 2023 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the best of Ireland against many top riders in the world this week at the RDS Dublin Horse Show CSIO 5*. Conor Swail (IRL), Cian O’Connor (IRL), Denis Lynch (IRL), Shane Breen (IRL), Bertram Allen (IRL), […]

Christian Coyle & Celest Seize the Spotlight in the $40,000 Equinox Grand Prix at Hits Vermont

Manchester, Vermont, USA – August 06, 2023 – On a splendid Sunday during Manchester & the Mountains at HITS Vermont, Christian Coyle (IRL) extended his triumphant run by winning the $40,000 Equinox Grand Prix with Celest. Maintaining the lead from being the first contender on course and to return […]

Trelawny Trailblazers Turn & Burn at Traverse City Winning the Major League Show Jumping Team Competition

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – Agust 04, 2023 – The Trelawny Trailblazers have taken an early lead in the third season of Major League Show Jumping by winning the gold medal Friday in the $270,000 Premiere Equestrian CSI 5* Team Competition. With elite riders Conor Swail (IRL), Lillie Keenan […]

Conor Swail & Count Me Continue Winning, Triumphan in the $39,000 Speed Classic CSI 2*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 03, 2023 – A familiar face took top honors in the $39,000 Speed Classic CSI 2* earlier Thursday, as Conor Swail (IRL) sped to the win with Count Me In. It wasn’t a small field, with 78 entries coming forth to test the […]

Darragh Kenny & Chic Chic Save the Best for last in $142,000 Cabana Coast CSI5* Qualifier

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 03, 2023 – Thursday’s $142,000 Cabana Coast Qualifier CSI 5* could have easily been divided into two categories: before the storm and after the storm. With severe weather blowing into Northern Michigan in the middle of the class, the CSI5* riders had to […]

One-Two Finish for Willie Tynan in the $40,000 Equinox Grand Prix at Hits Vermont

Manchester, Vermont – USA – July 30, 2023 – Willie Tynan (IRL) and Ballinteskin Joe continued their winning streak, dominating the $40,000 Equinox Grand Prix on Sunday during the Valley Classic at Hits Vermont. Tynan was the first competitor on the field with the 12-year-old gelding, affectionately called […]

Conor Swail & Theo 160 on Top Again at Dinard!

Dinard, France – July 29, 2023 – The Jumping International de Dinard CSI 5* & CSI 3* continued with 6 classes on Saturday, two on sand and four on grass. Once again, the suspense was maintained right up to the last starter, much to the delight of the […]

Shane Breen & Haya Earn Second Victory in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup CSIO 5* at Hickstead

Hickstead, England – July 29, 2023 – Eight combinations out of the 28 starters jumped clear in the first round, but it wasn’t until the final three riders – all former winners of the Queen’s Cup – that the jump-off really took flight. Two-time winner David Simpson (IRL) […]