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Sofia Cady & Deleyn Dash for More Cash in the $31,020 Jumper Classic CSI 3* at Saugerties

Saugerties, New York, USA – August 01, 2024 – International show jumping action kicked off with the $31,020 Jumper Classic CSI 3*, in which Sofia Cady (USA) claimed the first victory of the week aboard her longtime partner Deleyn. The opening class featured an intricate track set by […]

Conor Swail & My Lady Lavista Levitate to the Top of the $62,480 Welcome CSI 3* at Hits Hudson Valley

Saugerties, New York, USA – August 01, 2024 – The featured class of the day on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Hits Hudson Valley in Saugerties, New York, was the $62,480 Welcome CSI 3*. The event marks the third week of international show jumping during the venue’s sold-out Hudson […]

Foot-Perfect Germans Top Thrilling Team Qualifier at the Olympics

Versailles, France – August 01, 2024 – Team Germany cruised to the top of the team standings without a blemish on their scoresheet to book the coveted last-to-go spot on tomorrow’s startlist for the Jumping Team Final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Versailles (FRA) today. Superb clear rounds […]

It’s Showtime for Showjumping! Riders & Horses Prepare to Step under the Spotlight at Versailles

Versailles, France – July 31, 2024 – It’s time for the Jumping horses to shine at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and early this morning 80 of the best in the world – including reserves/alternates – trotted up before members of the Ground Jury and Veterinary Panel at […]

Peter Petschenig & Ennebel Van Het Posthuijs Taste Victory in the $75,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix 

Ocala, Florida, USA – July 27, 2024 – Crowds gathered at the WEC Grand Arena for the week’s highlight event, the $75,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix. Thirty-one elite combinations from 11 different nations showcased their talents over a technical track designed by FEI Level IV course designer Steve Stephens (USA). […]

Alex Granato & Helios vd Nosahoeve Claim the Jackpot Again in $120,000 The Dexter Grand Prix CSI 3*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – July 27, 2024 – Alex Granato (USA) returned to a familiar place on Sunday; the winner’s circle of the Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel International Ring at Flintfields Horse Park. Together with Helios vd Nosahoeve, the U.S. rider won the $120,000 The Dexter […]

It’s Another Whitaker Win at Hickstead! Donald Heads All-British Podium in the King George V Gold Cup CSIO 5*

Hickstead, England – July 28, 2024 – Riding the grey mare Millfield Colette, Donald Whitaker (GBR) delivered a blisteringly-quick jump-off round to win the same title that cousin Robert Whitaker (GBR) had won 12 months earlier. Once again, Hickstead proved happy hunting ground for the Whitaker family dynasty, with […]

Khaled Almobty Makes it Two Wins in a Row in the €105,500 Grand Prix of Valkenswaard CSI 4*

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 28, 2024 – The sun was shining in Valkenswaard for the final day of Summer Festival 2. Day three of the Summer Showcase proved unforgettable, with thrilling show jumping performances and a vibrant atmosphere on the Place du Concours. The crowds filled the […]

Robert Murphy & Hulde G Triumphant in Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 2* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 27, 2024 – Saturday’s €28,300 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 2* – 1.45m was won by Britain’s Robert Murphy (GBR) and the 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood (KWPN) mare Hulde G (Vigo d’Arsouilles x Warrant). They rode a smooth clear round in a time of 67.54 […]

Ashley Vogel & Namaste Van Het Eyckeveld Excel in the $50,000 Rood & Riddle Kentucky Grand Prix

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – July 27, 2024 – It was all about speed and accuracy on Saturday night during the $50,000 Rood and Riddle Kentucky Grand Prix. A huge crowd gathered at the Rolex Stadium during the highlight event, which was also a part of the Kentucky Horse Park’s […]

Thibeau Spits Secures Biggest Career Win in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Riesenbeck

Riesenbeck, Germany – July 21, 2024 – It was a sensational day at the German stage of the 2024 Longines Global Champions Tour season culminating in the exhilarating €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Riesenbeck. Hosted at the spectacular purpose built venue, the event attracted an […]

Kristen Vanderveen & Bull Run’s Jireh Fast & Furious Charge Past the Competition in the $40,000 Go Rentals Winning Round CSI 3*

Saugerties, New York – July 26, 2024– International show jumping competition at HITS Hudson Valley in Saugerties, New York, continued on Friday, July 26, 2024, with the $40,000 Go Rentals CSI3* Winning Round. The action-packed HITS-on-the-Hudson V event is the second of three sold-out weeks comprising the Hudson […]

James Smith & Juno Rose 23 Charge to Victory in the €28,200 Unex Group Speed Classic CSIO 5*

Hickstead, England – July 27, 2024 – It was a very busy Saturday at the 2024 Agria Royal International Horse Show CSIO 5*. Three important competitions kept spectators on the edge of their seats. In the €28,200 Unex Group Speed Classic CSIO 5*, James Smith (GBR) the win […]

Kristen Vanderveen Leads All-American Podium at the Hudson Valley Jumping Tour CSI 3*

Saugerties, New York – July 25, 2024 – The $31,020 Jumper Classic CSI 3* debuted the week of FEI action in the Douglas Elliman Grand Prix Stadium as 35 duos darted over Ken Krome’s (USA) speed track. The time to beat got faster and faster until Kristen Vanderveen […]

Sameh El Dahan & WKD Aimez Moi Soar to Win the ClipMyHorse.TV Salver CSIO 5*

Hickstead, England – July 27, 2024 – Great Britain’s Sameh El Dahan (GBR) had been relegated to second place in the opening five-star class of the show on Thursday, but on Saturday he gained retribution when he triumphed in the €28,200 ClipMyHorse.TV Salver CSIO 5*, riding the experienced WKD Aimez […]

Jessica Burke & Express Trend Thrive in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Hickstead

Hickstead, England – July 27, 2024 – Ireland’s Jessica Burke (IRL) and Express Trend headed an all-female jump-off in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup CSIO 5*, which took place on Ladies’ Day at Hickstead. This historic trophy used to be an international class open to lady riders only, […]

No Playing Around! Jörne Sprehe & Toys Mean Business at Hickstead

Hickstead, England – July 25, 2024 – Five-star competition got underway on Thursday at the 2024 Agria Royal International Horse Show CSIO 5* and it was Jörne Sprehe (GER) and Toys who stole the spotlight, claiming victory in the feature class of the day, the €28,400 The ClipMyHorse.TV Trophy […]

Home Win by Leopold van Asten & VDL Groep Kiara in the Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 4* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 27, 2024 – Competition is in full swing at the Longines Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard as riders from across the globe go head to head in the Summer Showcase.  Saturday’s Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 4* started out with a bang with the […]

Georgina Bloomberg & Tulara Colmine Find their Rhythm Again in the $32,000 Welcome Stake CSI 3*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA –July 27, 2024 – U.S. grand prix rider Georgina Bloomberg (USA) is getting her groove back with 14-year-old Australian Warmblood Tulara Colmine. The Pan American Games team gold medalist is staging a comeback to the sport’s top level after welcoming her second son in November […]

A Day of Firsts as Olivia Sweetnam’s Flawless Flight Tops the $25,000 Kentucky Summer Classic

Lexington, Kentucky, USA  – July 25, 2024 – For Olivia Sweetnam (IRL), winning is in her blood thanks to her father, Irish Olympian Shane Sweetnam. The talented junior rider has been victorious in the pony hunters, junior hunters and equitation, but Thursday night the Kentucky Summer Horse Show, presented […]

Megan McDermott & Nintendo Power Up to Victory in the $62,480 Welcome Stake CSI 3*

Saugerties, New York, USA – July 25, 2024 – The second of three consecutive weeks of international show jumping action at HITS Hudson Valley resumed bright and early on the morning of Thursday, July 25, 2024. The week is part of the popular Hudson Valley Showjumping® Tour Series […]

Jessica Mendoza & In the Air Soar to Victory in the $32,000 Speed Classic CSI 3*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – July 25, 2024 – International competition during the fourth week of the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF), presented by B&D Builders, commenced on Thursday afternoon in the $32,000 Speed Classic CSI 3*. GLEF IV represents the fourth in six consecutive weeks of FEI […]

Equestrian Sport, the Olympic Games & the French Connection

Lausanne, Switzerland – July 11, 2024 – French aristocrat, Baron Pierre de Coubertin, was founder of the Modern Olympic Games and co-founder of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and this year, from 26 July to 11 August, the capital of his home country, Paris, will become only the second […]

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

Hickstead, England – July 25, 2024  – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2024 Agria Royal International Horse Show CSIO 5* at Hickstead this week. England’s most traditional outdoor event packs a double, the €200,000 Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain CSIO 5* on tomorrow and the €165,400 Grand Prix of Hickstead […]

British Team Named for the €200,000 Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain CSIO 5* at Hickstead

Hickstead, England – July 11, 2024  – Olympic champion Ben Maher (GBR) – who heads to Paris straight after the Agria Royal International Horse Show – has been selected with Exit Remo, alongside his 2023 team-mates John Whitaker (GBR) with Unick Du Francport and Tim Gredley (GBR) on Medoc […]

Top Riders Set to Compete during the Summer Festival this Week at the Longines Tops International Arena

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 24, 2024 – Preparations are in full swing for the Summer Festival 2 – Summer Showcase, and we are thrilled to announce the riders who will be competing from July 26 to 28 at Longines Tops International Arena. This event promises an unforgettable weekend of thrilling show […]

British Riders Hoping for Back-to-Back Nations Cup Victories at Hickstead this Week

Hickstead, England – July 25, 2024 – The Brits will be hoping to secure victory in the upcoming €200,000 Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain CSIO 5*, to give them a second consecutive win in this prestigious team showjumping competition. Held on the Friday of the Agria Royal International […]

Kristen VanderVeen & “Frosty” Fly the Highest in the $32,000 Two-Phase CSI 3*

Mill Spring, North Carolina, USA – July 17, 2024 – Kristen VanderVeen (USA) came out on top in the $32,000 Two-Phase CSI 3* on Bull Run’s Faustino de Tili (Berlin x Darco). VanderVeen and the 2005 Belgian Warmblood soared through the jump off with 25.28 seconds on the […]

Flanders Foal Auction at Full Strength Heading to Germany

If you want to sell foals as a Belgian auction in Germany, you have to bring your A-game. Flanders Foal Auction has gathered a remarkable group of jumping foals for the auction on Saturday, July 27. “The best collection so far in Germany,” say Luk Van Puymbroeck and […]

Stellar List of Brits Hoping for Home Glory at Hickstead this Week

Hickstead, England – July 18, 2024  – Now the home nation will be hoping they can replicate that feat, with a strong line-up of British riders due to compete at the Agria Royal International Horse Show CSIO 5* (24-28 July). Robert Whitaker (GBR) became the first British rider in […]