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Laura Kraut Conquers Another Win on French Soil at the Longines Deauville Classic CSI 4*

Deauville, France – August 12, 2023 – It seems that the summer season on French soil has brought out the best in Laura Kraut (USA) and her horses. After winning the €100,000 Grand Prix de La Ville de Chantilly CSI 4* about a month earlier and before going on […]

Mariano Martinez Bastida & Belano vd Wijnhoeve Z Beat “Favorites” to Win the Grand Prix of Deauville CSI 4*

Deauville, France – August 13, 2023 – Mariano Martinez Bastida (ESP) was considered by many one of the less likely riders to win the feature class of the week during the 2023 Longines Deauville Classi CSI 4*, nevertheless, the Spaniard surprised them, overcoming several of the favorites to […]

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 […]

Tiffany Foster & Electrique Ride in High Voltage to Win Again in $80,000 The Keg Grand Prix CSI 3*

Langley, British Columbia, Canada — August 13, 2023 — As Tiffany Foster (CAN) exited the Fort Grand Prix Arena sporting a red rosette and a winner’s cooler, a young fan shouted out to her. “Did you win?” she asked. Foster shouted back at her, “Yes!” In fact, Foster ran her […]

Born to Win: Jessica Springsteen Rocks the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of London CSI 5*

London, England – August 13, 2023 – Capturing the hearts and headlines alike, Jessica Springsteen (USA) rocketed to victory in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of London CSI 5* with Don Juan van de Donkhoeve as Olivier Philippaerts (BEL) had to settle for second place once […]

Cathleen Driscoll & Magnolia are Magnificent in the $77,300 Grand Prix of Traverse City CSI 2*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 12, 2023 – Cathleen Driscoll (USA) knew it was her last day competing in Northern Michigan for the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF) on Saturday. So, she knew she had to make it count and she did winning the $77,300 Grand Prix […]

Tiffany Foster & Electrique Charge towards Victory in the $75,900 Steel-Craft Doors CSI 3*

Langley, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada – August 11, 2023 – Tiffany Foster (CAN) recorded her second international win of the week Friday at Thunderbird Show Park, besting a four-horse jump-off aboard 5 Roosters’ Electrique in the Steel-Craft Doors CSI 3* 1.50m. Foster is seeing success at both ends of […]

Katie Kruger Claims the Win in the Tbird Challenge CSI 3*

Langley, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada – August 10, 2023 – The Tbird 1.40m Challenge CSI 3* came down to a match race Thursday afternoon at Thunderbird Show Park. Having the advantageous position of following her lone opponent in Laura Jane Tidball (CAN), Katie Kruger (CAN) knew exactly what she’d […]

Swiss Celebrate Special Win in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland CSIO 5*

Dublin, Ireland – August 11, 2023 – It has taken 40 years to make it happen, but on Friday Team Switzerland held the Aga Khan Cup CSIO 5* aloft when winning the sixth and last leg of the 2023 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Europe Division I series in […]

Nicola Pohl Secures Her First Ever Longines Global Champions Tour Victory in London

London, England – August 11, 2023 – The glamorous Longines Global Champions Tour of London CSI 5* kicked off in spectacular fashion today, setting the stage for an exhilarating week of world-class competition. In a heart-stopping moment that had the crowd on the edge of their seats, Nicola […]

Woo-Hoo! Will Simpson & Whoop De Doo Claim Second $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix Victory

Ocala, Florida, USA – August 10, 2023 – The $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix kicked off the final week of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala early this morning as 41 star-studded combinations competed over a challenging track set by FEI Level IV course designer […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines Global Champions Tour of London CSI 5* 

London, England – August 10, 2023 – The 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour is underway at Royal Hospital Chelsea but the five-star classes are still to come. National pride is on the line as Scott Brash (GBR), John Whitaker (GBR), Ben Maher (GBR), Matthew Sampson (GBR), Jack Whitaker lead […]

Azcarraga Aces Thrive! Andres Azcarraga & Contendros 2 Conquer the $100,000 Purina Animal Nutrition Grand Prix

Del Mar, California, USA – August 08, 2023 – The first week of the Hits Del Mar Summer Festival showcased an astounding display of equestrian prowess as riders from Mexico left an indelible mark on the week’s competitions, achieving unparalleled success.  The father and son duo of Andres Azcarraga […]

“Easy” Home Win by Tiffany Foster & Brighton at Thunderbird Show Park

Langley, British Columbia, Canada — August 09, 2022 — At 17 years old, Artisan Farms’ Brighton is still at the top of his game. Tiffany Foster (CAN) and her longtime mount put the strength of their 10-year partnership on display Wednesday at Thunderbird Show Park, recording a confident win in […]

Erynn Ballard Blazes to Win the $38,700 Alltech Welcome Stake CSI 2*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 09, 2023 – At the beginning of the jump-off in the $38,700 Alltech Welcome Stake CSI 2* Welcome, Erynn Ballard (CAN) knew she had a tall order. She was one of 17 to jump clear over Nick Granat’s (USA) first-round course, and she […]

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), […]

Summer Fort Welcome Kicks Off Three-Star Double at Thunderbird Show Park

Langley, British Columbia, Canada — August 08, 2023 — Two consecutive weeks of international three-star competition highlight the August series at Thunderbird Show Park, as 43 horses jogged for inspection Tuesday for the CSI3* Summer Fort Welcome. Nineteen athletes will represent the home nation, led by two-time Olympian […]

Riders & Horses for the CSI 4* at Sentower Park this Week

Opglabbeek, Belgium – August 09, 2023 – The stakes are higher and the fences too at Sentower Park this time as the renowned Belgian venue hosts CSI 4* level competititons throughout the week. Eduardo Menezes (BRA) is one of the many five-star level riders confirmed to compete in […]

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 […]

Steve Guerdat & Is-Minka are the Masters of the Grand Prix CSI 3* at Saint-Lô

Pinneberg, Germany – August 06, 2023 – After winning the €26,200 Saint-Lô Agglo Prize CSI 3* with Easy Star de Talma the previous, Steve Guerdat (SUI) stole the spotlight once again at the Normandie Horse Show CSI 3* & CSI 2* on, teaming up with Is-Minka for the win […]

Todd Minikus & Amex Z are Magnificent in the $145,500 Purina Animal Nutrition Grand Prix CSI 3*

Saugerties, New York – August 05, 2023 – Saturday morning’s $145,500 Purina Animal Nutrition Grand Prix CSI 3* brought a sizable crowd to the Douglas Elliman Grand Prix Stadium at Hits Saugerties to watch over 30 horse and rider combinations attempt to master the 13-fence course. Eventually, it […]

Marco Kutscher & Aventador S Accelerate to Win the €100,000 Grand Prix of Holstein CSI 4*

Pinneberg, Germany – August 06, 2023 – It was obvious to him: Marco Kutscher (GER) was really enjoying the moment. With the ten-year-old chestnut stallion Aventador S, the former double European champion won the Holstein Grand Prix CSI 4*, worth $100,000 euros, at the CSI Hof Waterkant. The […]

Dorothy Douglas & MTM Pablo Power to New Heights in the $100,000 Wheels Up Grand Prix

Ocala, Florida, USA – August 05, 2023 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala welcomed a slew of the world’s best show jumping athletes to attempt the $100,000 Wheels Up Grand Prix during the penultimate Saturday night event of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series. At the close of a thrilling 12 […]

Natalie Dean & Oasis van de Bucxtale are the Best of the $76,000 Cabana Coast Grand Prix CSI 2*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 05, 2023 – Natalie Dean (USA) had a great Saturday at the Flintfields Horse Park. Having already won the Grand Prix CSI 2* during the first week of the 2022 Major League Show Jumping (MLSJ) of Traverse City , this year, she moved […]

Karl Cook & Kalinka van`T Zorgvliet Continue their Winning Ways in the $414,300 B&D Buiders Grand Prix CSI 5*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 05, 2023 – Karl Cook (USA) is really finding his rhythm with Major League Show Jumping (MLSJ). After winning the final CSI5* Grand Prix of the 2022 season and being a member of the 2022 winning team, Team Helios, Cook secured another victory […]

Rene Dittmer Dazzles Beating Favorites at the CSI Hof Waterkant

Pinneberg, Germany – August 05, 2023 – Rene Dittmer (GER) was delighted after winning the  €30,000 Championat of Itzehoer Versicherung CSI 4*, the world ranking list competition on Saturday at the CSI Hof Waterkant. He teamed up with the Holsteiner mare Corsica 14, by Connor, which was endowed […]

Steve Guerdat & Easy Star de Talma Shine the Brightest at the Pôle Hippique de Saint-Lô

Saint-Lô, France – August 05, 2023 – Once a champion, always a champion. Ever since the birth of his daughter, Ella, and the passing away of Bianca, Steve Guerdat (SUI) has dropped out of the top ten positions in the word rider ranking but the Swiss has remained […]

Katrin Eckermann & Chao Lee Show Fantastic Form in Win at Germany

Pinneberg, Germany – August 04, 2023 – Katrin Eckermann (GER) and Patrick Stühlmeyer (GER) set the “standards” on Friday, the third day of the CSI Hof Waterkant tournament: Eckermann won the world ranking list competition with the fast Chao Lee, which was endowed with €55,600 euros in the […]

Luiz Francisco de Azevedo & Nashville are the Aces in the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix at Ocala

Ocala, Florida, USA – August 03, 2023 – Feature class action during the penultimate week of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series opened with 34 talented athletes putting forth their best efforts in the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. Luiz Francisco De Azevedo (BRA) returned to World Equestrian Center – […]