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Charlotte Bettendorf Scores a One-Two in the $35,000 Commonwealth Grand Prix at Lexington

Lexington, United States – May 10, 2026 – Show Jumping action came to a close on Sunday afternoon at the Kentucky Spring Horse Show as Luxembourg’s Charlotte Bettendorf (LUX) scored a one-two victory in the $35,000 Commonwealth Grand Prix, presented by Sterling Equestrian and Forest Hill. She led […]

Katharina Rhomberg Triumphs in the €309,000 Giorgio Armani Grand Prix CSI 5*, presented by Longines

Lido di Camaiore, Italy – May 10, 2026 – Today in Lido di Camaiore, a thrilled Katharina Rhomberg (AUT) took first place in the €309,000 Grand Prix Giorgio Armani CSI 5*, presented by Longines, adding another ‘pink stamp’ to the Longines Versilia Horse Show, presented by Giorgio Armani. Rhomberg delivered a […]

McLain Ward Leads the Way in the $125,000 Old Salem Farm Grand Prix CSI 3* Presented by J.P. Morgan Private Bank

North Salem, United States – May 10, 2026 – Following his victory in Friday’s $63,000 New York Welcome Stake CSI 3*, presented by Evergate Stables, six-time U.S. Olympian and World #10 McLain Ward (USA) returned to the Old Salem Farm International Arena for a 1-2 finish in Sunday’s $125,000 Old Salem […]

Erynn Ballard & Chatadel PS Clinch Victory in the $125,000 Hagyard Lexington Grand Prix CSI 3*

Lexington, United States – May 09, 2026 – It was all about speed and accuracy on Saturday night during the Kentucky Spring Horse Show’s main event, the $125,000 Hagyard Lexington Grand Prix CSI 3*. A field of 38 international athletes was narrowed down to five combinations for the jump-off, […]

Robin van Thillo Claims his Finest victory in the Grand Prix of the Touquet Classic CSI 3*

Touquet Paris-Plage – May 10, 2026 – Belgium’s Robin van Thillo (BEL) claimed the finest success of his career this afternoon in the €56,800 Grand Prix of the City of Touquet Paris-Plage CSI 3*, organised by the Grand Prix Events team. In this 1.55m class, the pair he […]

Jessica Springsteen Charges to Victory in the The Kincade Group / UBS Financial Services Challenge CSI 3*

North Salem, New York – May 09, 2026 – U.S. Olympic team silver medalist Jessica Springsteen (USA) raced to the top of the leaderboard in Saturday’s $32,000 The Kincade Group/UBS Financial Services Challenge CSI 3* – 1.45m, piloting Naomi Van Het Keizershof to a blistering winning round in […]

Harrie Smolders Leaves His Mark Again in the €75,000 AB Yachsts Small Grand Prix CSI 5* 

Lido di Camaiore, Italy – May 09, 2026 – As in 2025, the winner of the 2026 Small Grand Prix CSI 5*, presented by AB Yachts was the Dutch champion, Harrie Smolders (NED), who is one of the most respected riders in Versilia. Smolders lived up to his reputation, taking victory […]

Jordan Coyle & Ballyv Blake Blossom in the Old Salem Farm Jumper Classic

North Salem, New York – May 08, 2026 – A fantastic Friday with fine weather and full of competition marked the third day of the first week of competition at the 2026 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Show. Early in the day, 26 entries representing eight nations contested Wade’s […]

McLain Ward & Lestro VD Valckenborg Light Up in the $63,000 New York Welcome Stake CSI 3*

North Salem, New York – May 08, 2026 – Six-time U.S. Olympian and World #10 McLain Ward (USA) defended his title in the $63,000 New York Welcome Stake CSI 3*, presented by Evergate Stables on Friday, this time claiming top honors with Lestro VD Valckenborg. He and the 10-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding owned […]

Pedro Junqueira Muylaert & Captain Ciwano Claim their First International Victory at the Touquet Classic CSI 3*

Le Touquet, France – May 08, 2026 – Brazil’s Pedro Junqueira Muylaert (BRA) won this afternoon’s feature class, the €28,200 Laboratoire LPC Prize CSI 3* with Captain Ciwano at the Le Touquet Classic CSI 3*. In this 1.50m jump-off class, the pair – already placed in the Grand […]

Belgium Reigns Supreme with Perfect Performance at Home in Lier

Lier, Belgium – May 08, 2026 – Belgium came out on top at the Longines EEF Series Region West Qualifier on home turf in Lier after they were the only team to finish on a score of zero. Great Britain was the quickest of the four faulters to […]

Charlotte Bettendorf’s Back Winning in the $62,500 Spring Classic CSI 3* at Lexington

Lexington, United States – May 07, 2026 – Spectators gathered at the Rolex Stadium on Thursday evening as international show jumping returned to the Kentucky Horse Park during the Kentucky Spring Horse Show. Sixty-four top horse and rider combinations gathered to vie for the winning prize in the $62,500 […]

McKayla Langmeier Races to Victory in the $32,000 Two-Phase CSI 3* at Old Salem Farm 

North Salem, United States – May 07, 2026 – McKayla Langmeier (USA) took the crown in Thursday’s $32,000 Two-Phase CSI 3* – 1.45m to kick off the CSI 3* competition at the 2026 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, racing to victory in 24.29 seconds aboard Pepita VD Rollebeek. The pair was […]

Andrea Pisani! Sixteen-Year-Old Sensation Supreme in the Longines Welcome Stakes CSI 5*

Lido di Camaiore, Italy – May 07, 2026 – The first day of the Longines Versilia Horse Show CSI 5* & CSI 2*, presented by Giorgio Armani, in Lido di Camaiore, was met with great excitement by both the public and the riders.The first competition of the CSI 5* […]

Bautista Rodriguez Debray Opens the Touquet Classic CSI 3* Winning the Patrimmofi Gestion Privée Prize CSI 3*

Le Touquet Paris Plage, France – May 07, 2026 – Riding Vivoulette HD, Spanish rider Bautista Rodriguez Debray (ESP) won the first highlight of the CSI 3* of the Touquet Classic Thursday afternoon. At the end of a Speed ​​at 1.45m, he deprived the Belgian Constant Van Paesschen […]

Samuel Hutton Wins the $10,000 Open Jumper to Kick Off the 2026 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows

North Salem, United States – May 06, 2026 – The first day of competition at the 2026 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows was fierce, with many world-class riders stepping into the well-manicured rings on Wednesday for various Open Jumper classes and hunter divisions. Among the day’s first victors in […]

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

Lido di Camaiore, Italy – May 07, 2026 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2026 Longines Versilia Horse Show, presented by Giorgio Armani, the highlight amongst 14 other major FEI-level events taking place around the world. Just refer to the list below with links for more information about each of […]

Questions & Answers with Felicia Wallin – Richard Vogel’s Groom

Having been part of Richie and United’s [Touch S] second Rolex Major win, this time at The Dutch Masters, how would you describe that experience, and what confidence does it bring with Richie going into the ‘TSCHIO’ 2026 as the live contender? FW: Winning our second Major was a […]

Riders & Horses for the Jumping International Bourg-en-Bresse Ain CSI 4* & CSI 2*

Bourg-en-Bresse Ain, France – May 06, 2026 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2026 Jumping International Bourg-en-Bresse CSI 4* & CSI 2*. As one the premiere showjumping events this week, the show has attracted top-tier talent when it comes to riders, highlighted by the likes of Julien Épaillard […]

Questions & Answers with Christian Ahlmann

At this point in your career, what defines a successful season for you? Is it results, horse development, or something else? CA: It depends a little bit on the season. I think it’s more or less a combination of everything. For sure, results are always very important – especially […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines Versilia Horse Show CSI 5*, presented by Giorgio Armani

Lido di Camaiore, Italy – May 06, 2026 – With just one day to go, the 2026 Longines Versilia Horse Show, presented by Giorgio Armani, is set to be an exceptional event. The CSI 5* will feature riders from 19 different countries, ensuring a high level of competition. From 7th to 10th […]

Anthony Philippaerts: “Going Clear in My First Senior Round Gave Me Confidence”

Limburg, Belgium – May 06, 2026 – Anthony Philippaerts (BEL) and his horse Gabell d’Arvor claimed silver together with their teammates, the Red Musketeers, in the Nations Cup of Mannheim CSIO 3*. With a clear round and just one jumping fault in his second round, the youngest of […]

Big Dreams Need a Big Stage: Less than 100 Days to Go Before the 2026 FEI World Championships at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – May 06, 2026 – Goosebump moments, powerful emotions, unforgettable experiences: With this promise, the FEI World Championships Aachen 2026 are approaching fast. From August 11th to 23rd, the Allianz Park will be transformed into what is arguably the world’s most captivating stage for equestrian sport – a […]

Malin-Baryard Johnsson & H&M Indiana Impress Again in the €106,000 Al Shira’aa Grand Prix of Montefalco CSI 4*

Montefalco, Italy — May 03, 2026 — Malin Baryard-Johnson (SWE) and H&M Indiana stole the spotlight on Sunday at Le Lame International. Going up against 49 other combinations, the dynamic duo dashed for the cash in Sunday’s €106,000 Grand Prix of Montefalco CSI 4* – 1.55m, presented by […]

Niamh McEvoy Makes the Trip to Shanghai Memorable Winning the LGCT Speed Challenge CSI 5*

Shanghai, China — May 03, 2026 — Niamh McEvoy (IRL) made the trip to China worthwhile, closing her participation in the Longines Global Champions Tour of Shanghai CSI 5* with a win. Teaming up with Julius, had a curtain call victory in the €28,300 LGCT Speed Challenge CSI […]

Germans Reign Supreme with Second Straight Victory in the Longines EEF Series Nations Cup of Mannheim CSIO 3*

Mannheim, Germany – May 03, 2026 – Germany gave the fans plenty to cheer about when they took a thrilling victory on home turf at the Longines EEF Series Region Central Qualifier in Mannheim for the second straight year. Belgium occupied the runner-up spot while Ireland was third. The […]

Rodrigo Pessoa & Prins van’T Eigenlo Power to the Top in the $750,000 GNP Seguros Grand Prix CSI 5*

Monterrey, Mexico – May 02, 2026 – Brazilian Olympic champion Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA) was master of the expansive grass field at Club Hípico La Silla to take victory in Saturday’s $750,000 GNP Seguros Grand Prix CSI 5* riding Prins van’t Eigenlo, owned together with Rio Equestrian, to bring […]

Nitro-Charged Nicola! Philippaerts Powers to Win the €630,500 LGCT Grand Prix of Shanghai CSI 5*

Shanghai, China – May 03, 2026 – The electric atmosphere of Shanghai reached fever pitch as 40 world class riders went head-to-head in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Shanghai CSI 5* with over €630,500 in prize money on the line in one of the most […]