Category: Jumper News Nederland

Harrie Smolders Scores Third LGCT Grand Prix Win of the Season at Rome

Rome, Italy – October 12, 2025 – History was made today in Rome… Under the golden Italian sun, the historic city of Rome played host to a show jumping showdown for the ages as Harrie Smolders (NED) and Monaco soared to victory in the €308,600 Longines Global Champions […]

Glittering Cast of Athletes Set to Shine at the Longines League of Nationsâ„¢ Final in Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain – October 01, 2025 – Following the conclusion of the final qualifying leg of the 2025 Longines League of Nationsâ„¢ series, held in St. Tropez- Gassin, the eight teams that have qualified for the second edition of the Longines League of Nationsâ„¢ Final have been confirmed.  […]

Marriet Smit-Hoekstra & For Chacco TN Excel in the Sires of the World at Lanaken

Lanaken, Belgium – September 26, 2025 – A radiant sun, packed stands and thrill of who will win the title up until the very last jump… These were the perfect ingredients for a thrilling edition of the FEI Zangersheide Sires of the World this afternoon in Lanaken. Every […]

Kevin Jochems & Prada di Costa M Power to the Top in the Haras de Gassin Prize CSIO 5*

St. Tropez, France — September 18, 2025 — The first CSIO 5* at the Polo Club de Saint-Tropez – Haras de Gassin, host of the 4th leg of the 2025 Longines League of Nations global series, kicked off in style this Thursday. The Netherlands, Luxembourg and France made […]

Jur Vrieling’s Victorious in the Dicar Trophy CSI 2* at Gijón

Gijón, Spain – August 28, 2025 – The two-star tests continue. In this case the Dicar Trophy, the first CSI 2* qualifying test for the FEI ranking. 1.45m high, almost 30,000 euros in prizes and a total of 58 participants. But only 15 of the pairs on the […]

Harrie Smolders & Monaco Light Up Valkenswaard with Second Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix Win of 2025

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 24, 2025 – In front of a sold-out, roaring Dutch crowd, it was a storybook home victory for Harrie Smolders (NED) and the ever-consistent Monaco as they clinched their second Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix win of the 2025 season in Valkenswaard. […]

Dutch Delight! Kevin Jochems Leads All-Dutch Podium in Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 23, 2025 – The Longines Tops International Arena delivered yet another electrifying night of sport on day two of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Valkenswaard CSI 5* & CSI 2*. In front of a roaring home crowd, it was Kevin Jochems (NED) […]

List of All Major Events this Week with Links to More Information about Them

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 20, 2025 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the Longines Tops International Arena this week with the running of the 10th leg of both the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) & Global Champions League (GCL) championship series. The event packs a double punch, hosting […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines Future Champions CSI 4* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 31, 2025 – It’s almost showtime for showjumping at the Longines Tops International Arena again this summer with the running of the Longines Future Champions CSI 4* & CSI 2*. Host Edwina Tops Alexander (AUS) leads a very talented field of entries for […]

Willem Greve & Grandorado TN N.O.P. Gallop for the Gold in €105,500 Grand Prix of Valkenswaard CSI 4*

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 27, 2025 – The curtain came down on the 2025 Summer Showcase at the Longines Tops International Arena with a thrilling Grand Prix CSI 4* finale that saw nine world-class combinations battle it out in a high-octane jump-off. It was Willem Greve (NED) […]

Sanne Thijssen Thrives in the Brilliance Horse Auctions Co. Trophy CSIO 5*

Hickstead, England – July 26, 2025 – The Netherlands’ Sanne Thijssen (NED) won the opening international class of the day. Forty-eight combinations came forward for the €28,200 Brilliance Horse Auction Co. Trophy CSIO 5*, with 17 horses jumping clear to go through to the jump-off. For much of the […]

Jur Vrieling & Helwell du Chabus Top the Grand Prix of Valkenswaard CSI 2*

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 13, 2025 – The 2025 Summer Classic at Longines Tops International Arena culminated in an extraordinary day of top sport and vibrant entertainment, as international riders took centre stage. The €28,400 Grand Prix of Valkenswaard CSI 2* had everything you want to see in a Grand Prix, skill, speed and […]

Harrie Smolders Delivers Another Home Victory on Day Two of the Longines Tops International Arena Summer Classic

Valkenswaard, United States – July 12, 2025 – The second day of the Summer Classic at the Longines Tops International Arena showcased another spectacular display of world-class show jumping as top international riders battled it out in the CSI4* 1.50m speed class. Dutch hero Harrie Smolders (NED) delighted […]

All Eyes on Valkenswaard as Riders Prepare for Take-Off at Longines Tops International Arena Summer Classic CSI 4*

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 09, 2025 – An exciting weekend of international sport awaits as Longines Tops International Arena opens its doors once again for the first time this season from July 11 – 13, 2025. Bringing together some of the world’s most decorated champions and rising […]

Valkenswaard United Seize Top Spot in Monaco Ahead of Global Champions League Transfer Window

Monaco, Monte Carlo – July 03, 2025 – In a spectacular evening of elite sport and high-stakes strategy, Valkenswaard United soared to victory in Global Champions League of Monaco, the thrilling eighth stage of the 2025 Championship. With just days to go before the mid-season transfer window opens, […]

Maikel van der Vleuten & Beauville Z N.O.P. Claim Thrilling Victory at LGCT of Monaco CSI 5*

Monaco, Monte Carlo – July 04, 2025 – As the sun dipped behind the superyachts in Port Hercule, Maikel van der Vleuten and the ever-reliable Beauville Z N.O.P. delivered a showstopping performance to win the €56,800 Fédération Équestre de la Principauté de Monaco Prize CSI 5*, on the […]

Dutch Equestrian Federation Announces Team for the European Championship

Amsterdam, The Netherlands – July 01, 2025 – National coach Wout-Jan van der Schans has announced the names of the four TeamNL combinations plus reserve for the European Jumping Championship, which will take place from 16 to 20 July in La Coruña, Spain. The selection consists of a […]

Home Soil Win! The Netherlands on Top in the Longines League of Nations – Rotterdam CSIO 5*

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – June 20, 2025 – In a thrilling competition that went down to the wire, it was the Netherlands who sealed a much-needed victory in front of an elated home crowd in the third leg of the €700,000 Longines League of Nationsâ„¢ series in Rotterdam […]

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 […]

Harrie Smolders & Monaco Steal the Spotlight in the €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour of Cannes CSI 5*

Cannes, France – June 07, 2025 – In a glittering showcase of precision and power, Harrie Smolders (NED) and his legendary partner Monaco soared to victory in the €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Cannes CSI 5*, presented by La Ville de Cannes, on a balmy […]

Team Netherlands Clinches Back-to-Back Victories at the Longines EEF Series Nations Cup CSIO 3* at Peelbergen

Rome, Italy – May 23, 2025 – First place for the Dutch team at the 2025 Longines EEF Series Nations Cup in Peelbergen, marking the second consecutive win for the Netherlands at this venue – this time with a completely different lineup from their 2024 triumph. The team, […]

Back-to-Back Wins for the Valkenswaard United in Thrilling Showdown at the Global Champions League of Madrid

Madrid, Spain – May 16, 2025 – In a heart-stopping finish at Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, Valkenswaard United delivered their first victory of the year snatching the win at the 2025 GCL of Madrid presented by Marqués de Riscal from the hands of the current Championship […]

Jur Vrieling & Helwell du Chabus Rise to the Top in the Baojun Prize CSI 5* at LGCT Shanghai

Shanghai, China – May 03, 2025 – A Dominant Dutch Victory! Jur Vrieling (NED) got his weekend to a perfect start on Saturday, teaming up with Helwell du Chabus to claim top honors in the €40,000 Baojun Prize CSI 5* on Saturday during the third leg of the […]

Amanda Slagter Lays Down the Gauntlet to Win the Vilamoura Classic CSI 3*

Compiègne, France – April 03, 2025 – The Compiègne Classic 2025 started under the best auspices with a first day marked by high-level sport, radiant weather and a significant crowd present. Organized by the Grand Prix Events teams, the event was notably punctuated by the €28,200 Vilamoura Classic […]

Cannes Stars, powered by Iron Dames, Strengthen GCL lead with 2nd Place Finish in Mexico City

Cannes, France – April 03, 2025 – Cannes Stars, powered by Iron Dames are showing strong determination as they continue their 2025 season following their triumph in the 2024 championship. After securing a victory in the first leg in Doha, the all-female team set their sights on Mexico […]

Live Streaming & Order-of-go in the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5*

s’Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 16, 2025 – It’s showtime for showjumping at The Dutch Masters CSI 5* with the running of the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5*. Thirty-nine combinations are set to go head-to-head in pursuit of the first jewel of the Rolex Grand […]

Rogier Linssen & Moneypenny Claim the Jackpot of the Estrella Galicia Trophy CSI 4*

Vejer de la Frontera, Spain – March 15, 2025 – A fantastic Friday fell upon rider and horses at the 2025 Andalucía Sunshine Tour CSI 4*. The big 1.50m ranking class was the €29,500 Estrella Galicia Trophy CSI 4*, held in the grass David Broome arena. In the […]

Hans-Dieter Dreher Triumphs in the Gemeente ‘s-Hertogenbosch Prize CSI 5*

s’Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 14, 2025 – German Hans-Dieter Dreher (GER) and his lightning-fast Jiniki left all competition behind them in the €28,200 Gemeente ‘s-Hertogenbosch Prize CSI 5* over 1.45m this evening. With an impressive ride, the duo rushed to victory, with Dreher admitting afterwards, ‘This class […]

Inside the Rolex Grand Slam @ The Dutch Masters: Questions & Answers with Harrie Smolders

Congratulations, you are the current Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping live contender ahead of your home Major, The Dutch Masters. What does this mean to you? The Dutch Masters is always a very special show for us in the Netherlands, as it is one of the Rolex […]

List of All Major Events this Week with Links to More Information about Them

s’Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 13, 2025 – The countdown is over and the first Major of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping takes place next Sunday at The Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant Horse Show CSI 5*. Five-star action is also on at the Club Hípico […]