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A Day of Firsts for Tiffany Foster in the $215,000 NetJets Grand Prix CSI 4*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 27, 2024 – Canadian Olympian Tiffany Foster (CAN) climbed atop a ‘Saturday Night Lights’ podium at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) for the first time on January 28 during Week 3. Piloting Battlecry, Foster won the $215,000 NetJets Grand Prix CSI 4* in front of a packed […]

Conor Swail Soars to Victory in the $117,000 US Bank Grand Prix CSI 3*

Thermal, California, USA – January 27, 2024 – Conor Swail (IRL) is keen on repeating history, and he did just that on Saturday evening, topping the first international Grand Prix of the 2024 season. With Theo 160, a horse that excels in the desert, Swail raced to victory […]

James Chawke Reveals a Star in the $25,000 FarmVet Open Classic

Thermal, California, USA – January 25, 2024 – James Chawke (IRL) brought Isa out for the first time during Desert Circuit I, and it’s only taken him three weeks to reach the winner’s circle with her. Aboard Elise Haas’ 11-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare, Chawke took top honors in […]

Richard Vogel & Cepano Baloubet Back to their Winning Ways at Wellington International

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 25, 2024 – The 2024 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) once again saw Germany’s Richard Vogel (GER) leading a lap of honor in the International Ring as he won Friday’s $32,000 Dodd Technologies CSI 4* 1.50m on Cepano Baloubet during the third week of competition. The […]

Prague Lions Unveils Major New Signing for Global Champions League Season

 Roaring Into 2024 with Jur Vrieling! Prague, Czech Republic – January 26, 2024 – The equestrian world is buzzing with excitement as two of the most formidable teams in the Global Champions League (GCL) team series, the Prague Lions, Powered by Czech Equetrian – proudly announce their sensational […]

Ali Ramsay & Bonita VH Keizershof Z Sprout Wings in the $32,000 Oz Inc. Speed Challenge CSI 3*

Thermal, California, USA – January 25, 2024 – Most of the crowd on Thursday of Desert Circuit 3, presented by U.S. Bank, thought Conor Swail (IRL) was going to come home with a one-two finish in the $32,000 Oz Inc. 1.50m Speed Challenge CSI 3*. But Ali Ramsay […]

Paul O’Shea & Squirt Gun Set the Pace in the $35,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome CSI 2*

Sarasota, Florida, USA – January 25, 2024 – The Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour (SRJT) returned to TerraNova Equestrian Center in Sarasota, Florida, featuring a CSI2* rating and the second year of the $300,000 Championship Series. Thursday’s competition was highlighted by the $35,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome CSI 2*. In […]

Nicola Philippaerts & Derby de Riverland Race to the Top at Wellington International CSI 4*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 25, 2024 – The third week of international competition during the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) at Wellington International started off as a winning one for Belgium’s Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) aboard Derby de Riverland. They topped the $62,500 Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup Round II […]

Zayna Rizvi Named Recipient of the Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 24, 2023 The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation presented the organization’s three most prestigious awards to W. James McNerney, Jr., Zayna Rizvi, and McLain Ward during the USET Foundation’s “Victory in Versailles” Benefit Gala presented by Lugano Diamonds held on January 19, […]

Dutch Equestrian Federation Announces Longlist of Riders & Horses for the Olympic Games in Paris

Amsterdam, The Netherlands – January 23, 2024 – The Dutch Equestrian Federation (KNHS) released a statement announcing the long-list of riders and horses of the discipline of showjumping for the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. National coach Jos Lansink has a well-stocked list of strong combinations […]

Amanda Derbyshire Matches Abigail McArdle Stride for Stride in the Adequan Challenge Cup CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 19, 2024 – Jumper action continued at the Equestrian Village Derby Field on Friday with the $32,000 Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup Round II CSI 3* . A competitive field of sixty-two riders took to the course designed by Germany’s Olaf Petersen Jr., with fifteen pairs […]

Helmut Schönstetter & Toulanda Degli Assi Thrives in the Grand Prix of Vejer de La Frontera CSI 2*

Vejer de La Frontera, Spain – January 21, 2024 – It was a German win in the €28,200 Grand Prix of Vejer de La Frontera CSI 2* on Sunday and the anthem rang out across the Milton arena here at Montenmedio as we closed the first week of […]

Valkenswaard United Announces Star-Studded Team Lineup for the 2024 Global Champions League

Madrid, Spain – January 21, 2024 – In a crescendo of anticipation, Valkenswaard United have catapulted onto the scene as the latest powerhouse in the GCL team series to announce their 2024 squad. The launch of Valkenswaard United is nothing short of a spectacle with just one single […]

Richard Vogel & Cydello Run Away with the $140,000 Keyflow Feeds Grand Prix CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 21, 2024 – Week two of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) came to a peak on the Equestrian Village derby field on Sunday with the $140,000 Keyflow Feeds USA Grand Prix CSI 3*. Germany’s Richard Vogel returned to familiar territory after a banner year at […]

Daniel Coyle & Legacy are Lightning Fast to Win World Cup Grand Prix of Leipzig!

Leipzig, Germany – January 21, 2024 –  Ireland’s Daniel Coyle (IRL) and the brilliant 14-year-old mare Legacy came out on top at the eleventh leg of the 2023/2024 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Western European League series in Leipzig, Germany today. In an edge-of-the-seat 13-horse jump-off against the clock […]

Richard Spooner & Halcon Rise to the Occasion in the $100,000 Lifeforce Grand Prix

Ocala, Florida, USA – January 20, 2024 – A unseasonable chilly Florida night didn’t keep the spectators from gathering at the WEC Grand Arena for the highlight event of the week, the $100,000 Lifeforce Grand Prix. FEI Level III course designer Anderson Lima (BRA) set the challenging track for a […]

Rodrigo Pessoa & Gonzalo Gallop for the Gold in the $50,000 Palm Beach Equine Clinic Grand Prix

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 20, 2024 – It was once again time to shine under the ‘Saturday Night Lights’ of Wellington International for the $50,000 Palm Beach Equine Clinic Grand Prix during week two of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). The International Arena came alive for a win from Brazil’s […]

Constant van Paesschen & Diaz du Thot Dazzle in the Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort Grand Prix CSI 3*

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain – January 21, 2024 – Belgium’s Constant Van Paesschen and Diaz du Thot (Ready Boy des Forets x Diams du Grasset, bred by E.A.R.L. Elevage du Thot) won the 57,450 Grand Prix CSI 3*, presented by Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort as the […]

Golden Partnership Propels Jordan Coyle to First in the $32,000 Hermès Classic CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 20, 2024 – The $32,000 Hermès 1.50m Classic CSI 3* shifted to the grass derby field at Equestrian Village for week two of the Winter Equestrian Festival. Forty-three competitors took to Olaf Petersen Jr’s course, with nine returning for the short track. Of […]

Bossa Nova in Oliva Nova! Luciana Diniz & Vertigo du Desert Dash for the Cash in Spain!

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain –January 20, 2024 – Bossa Nova in Oliva Nova! To the beat of brazilian Bossa Nova, Luciana Diniz (BRA) and Vertigo du Desert were victorious in the on Saturday at the Mediterranean Equestrian Tour CSI 3*. The dynamic duo blazed past the competition to win […]

Edouard Schmitz Speeds to the Top at the Andalucía Pre-Sunshine Tour CSI 2*

Vejer de La Frontera, Spain – January 20, 2024 –Swiss rider Edouard Schmitz (SUI) was the only rider to finish in under 62 seconds on Saturday in the first Longines Ranking class of the 2024 Andalucía Pre-Sunshine Tour. He was riding ‘Abdul-Jabbar du Gibet’ the nine year old, […]

Julien Anquetin & Blood Diamond du Pont Impress the Most in €105,700 Speed Challenge CSI 5*-W at Leipzig

Leipzig, Germany – January 19, 2024 – Julien Anquetin (FRA) and Blood Diamond du Pont have been one of the most consistent combinations representing France at the top of the sport and once again they proved that competing at the 2024 Partner Pferd – Leipzig CSI 5*-W on […]

Twinning Time: Ladies Share First Place as Abigail McArdle Finds Her Perfect Partner

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 19, 2024 – Jumper action continued at the Equestrian Village Derby Field on Friday with the $32,000 Adequan®  WEF Challenge Cup Round II CSI 3* . A competitive field of sixty-two riders took to the course designed by Germany’s Olaf Petersen Jr., with fifteen […]

Daniel Deusser Dares to Go Faster & Faster to Win the €30,450 Idee Kafee Prize CSI 5*-W

Leipzig, Germany – January 19, 2024 – Daniel Deusser (GER) dared to go faster and faster before his countrymen and the gamble paid off as the outstanding German rider teamed up with Loui LN for victory in the €30,450 Idee Kafee Prix CSI 5*-W on Friday during the […]

Horse Auction Belgium: Promising Young Showjumping Talents!

Horse Auction Belgium is thrilled to present once more, one of the most anticipated showcases of promising young showjumping talent with our New Year Edition 2024! We are proud to present a stellar collection of 24 very talented horses born between 2021 and 2020. This edition of our […]

Luis Sabino Gonçalves & Vick du Croisy Back on Top in $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix

Ocala, Florida, USA – January 18, 2024 – Feature competition kicked off this afternoon with the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. FEI Level III course designer Anderson Lima (MEX) built the welcoming tracks for a field of top-notch competitors, but it was Luis Sabino Gonçalves (POR) and Sigma Stables […]

Aaron Vale Claims Pinnacle Position in $25,000 Alliant Private Client Grand Prix

Ocala, Florida, USA – January 18, 2024 – The first of many grand prix events throughout the 2024 Hits Ocala Winter Circuit debuted today at the Hits Post Time Farm with a win from Ocala’s own Aaron Vale (USA). Premiering with its Ocala January Classic, the 10-week series […]

Julien Epaillard & Hoover Prove to Be Too Fast at the Mediterranean Equestrian Tour CSI 3*

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain –January 19, 2024 – Lights on, the Master of Faster, the Flying Frenchman Julien Epaillard (FRA) is back to his winning ways at the Mediterranean Equestrian Tour. The Frenchman and Hoover flew to first place in the €29,200 Rent a Car Dénia Trophy CSI 3* […]

Madrid In Motion Make two Marvelous New Signings for 2024 Global Champions League Season

Madrid, Spain – January 19, 2024 – In a high-octane blend of suspense and excitement, the 2024 teams for GCL are about to be announced thick and fast. Brace yourselves for a season like never before, filled with adrenaline-pumping drama, unprecedented contract signings, and jaw-dropping trades that will […]

Paul O’Shea & Hellcat Back in Winning Form in the $32,000 Dodd Technologies CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – January 18, 2024 – Down to the wire, Ireland’s Paul O’Shea (IRL) and Hellcat picked up the win in the $32,000 Dodd Technologies CSI 3* 1.45m on Thursday during the second week of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Show jumping competition returned to the derby field […]