Mexico City, Mexico – April 16, 2026 – As the Longines Global Champions Tour heads to Mexico City this weekend for its second leg of the season, Katrin Eckermann (GER) arrives with strong momentum following her victory in the LGCT Grand Prix of Miami Beach with Iron Dames […]
Wellington, United States – April 01, 2026 – Canadian Olympian Erynn Ballard (CAN) earned the Overall Leading Lady Rider Award, presented by Martha W. Jolicoeur together with Douglas Elliman, after amassing the most points over the course of the 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) in Wellington, Fla. The […]
Limburg, Belgium – April 01, 2026 – After 11 years of collaboration, Swedish fashion company H&M and brothers Olivier Philippaerts (BEL) and Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) are closing this chapter together.The decision follows a change in strategy at H&M. Olivier and Nicola Philippaerts are grateful for the trust they […]
We’re here at The Dutch Masters, one of the four Majors that make up the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. What makes the Rolex Grand Slam so special? YM: I think the Rolex Grand Slam Majors are the best shows in the world. They are the competitions everybody […]
We are here at The Dutch Masters, the opening Major of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. What does it mean to you to compete at one of the sport’s most prestigious events? To be at such a prestigious show means a huge amount to me. It’s […]
’s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 11, 2026 – When you think back to winning the Rolex Grand Prix at The Dutch Masters in 2024, what’s the first memory that comes to mind? WG: It was a dream come true for me. It was a real thriller – being last […]
Doha, Qatar – March 10, 2026 – Qatar continues to closely monitor the evolving regional situation, with safety and stability as the priority. While the main impact has been on airspace and international travel, the Doha Equestrian Tour remains operationally prepared to resume competition as soon as local […]
Dokkum, The Netherlands – February 19, 2026 – Under the saddle of Kent Farrington (USA), Greya brought the 2025 season to a truly phenomenal close by winning the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix of Geneva. Sadly, her breeder, Wilfried Sandmann, passed away unexpectedly earlier this year. Two years ago, […]
Wellington, United States – January 18, 2026 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation presented the 2026 Whitney Stone Cup to U.S. jumping athlete Lillie Keenan (USA) and recognized eventing athlete Cassie Sanger with the 2026 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy at its “Aachen” benefit on January 16, 2026, in Wellington, Florida. Whitney […]
Mechelen, Belgium – December 26, 2025 – Twelve young prospects were awarded the highest status of T1 talent by the Talents Programme of Paardensport Vlaanderen. Each year, one rider from this select group is named Talent of the Year. This time, the honour goes to Roy Van Beek […]
London, England – December 21, 2025 – HRH Princess Haya, who served as FEI President from 2006 to 2014 and is currently the organisation’s Honorary President, has been awarded the Order of Merit, the FEI’s highest distinction. The award was presented during the London International Horse Show. “It […]
Dublin, Ireland – December 19, 2025 – Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) is delighted to announce the appointment of legendary rider Jessica Kürten (IRL) as the organisation’s new High Performance Jumping Manager following a comprehensive Request for Tender (RFT) and interview process for the role, as Ireland enters an […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – December 19, 2025 – The FEI Rules and Regulations for 2026, approved by the FEI General Assembly on 7 November, have been published and are available on Inside.fei.org. In 2025, the FEI Jumping Rules underwent a Full Revision and approved by the FEI General Assembly coming […]
Valkenswaard, United States – December 17, 2025 – In the tunnels under the roaring Riyadh Arena, moments after being crowned both Longines Global Champions Tour Champion (LGCT) and GCL Champion with Valkenswaard United, a grinning Gilles Thomas (BEL) looked every bit the sport’s new superstar – part athlete, […]
Ankum, Germany – December 15, 2025 – More than 320 guests and friends of Performance Sales International gathered last Friday at the See- und Sporthotel Ankum to celebrate the traditional P.S.I. Gala. This year’s festive ball embraced the theme “Winter Wonderland”, evoking the magical atmosphere of a beautifully staged […]
Geneva, Switzerland – December 16, 2025 – The 2025 Nations Cup season came to a close in Vejer de la Frontera (ESP), with a total of 766 clear rounds recorded across 34 tournaments worldwide. In the exclusive ranking compiled by Swiss equestrian magazine PferdeWoche, Germany’s Sophie Hinners (GER) emerged […]
You’ve enjoyed a fantastic 2025 season with several standout performances – what moments or results are you most proud of, and what do you think has been the key to your strong form this year? NM: I think 2025 has been the best year of my career. The moment […]
How would you sum up the philosophy that guides Stal Hendrix in breeding and producing top sport horses? The breeding side of the operation is handled by my brother, Paul, who is deeply involved and has a real passion for it. As it becomes increasingly difficult to buy […]
The Rolex Grand Slam is the dream – four of the world’s greatest shows, and the toughest challenge in the sport. What does it mean to you to compete at these Majors, and how special is it to be part of that stage? For me, it’s a huge honour to […]
London, England – November 20, 2025 – Three-time Olympic gold medallist Ben Maher has today announced that his legendary partner, Explosion W, owned by Charlotte Rossetter and Pamela Wright, will officially retire at this year’s London International Horse Show, taking place from 18–22 December at Excel London. Maher, a […]
Prague, Czech Republic – November 18, 2025 – The Iron Dames announce that Annelies Vorsselmans (BEL) will represent the Monaco Comets powered by Iron Dames at the upcoming GC Prague Playoffs, stepping in for Ioli Mytilineou (GRE), who is unable to compete due to medical reasons. Throughout the […]
Bocholt, Belgium – November 11, 2025 – Ashford Farm welcomes Bo Kristoffersen, one of Denmark’s most respected showjumping trainers and former international rider, to their team as a coach of their training program. With decades of top-level experience – both in the arena and ringside – Bo brings […]
Hong Kong, China – November 07, 2025 – From Europe to Asia, equestrian excellence was celebrated tonight at the 2025 FEI Awards Gala, presented by Longines, held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Hong Kong, China — the Pearl of the Orient. Following a competitive shortlist of nominees from […]
Hong Kong, China – November 07, 2025 – The FEI General Assembly has approved, with 96% approval, the restructured FEI Jumping Rules, which will take effect on 1 January 2026. The proposed Article 259 on Jumping Recorded Warnings was also approved. In doing so National Federations acknowledged the […]
Hong Kong, China – November 06, 2025 – At its General Assembly Sessions Day in Hong Kong, China, the FEI introduced Equipass, the first digital passport of its kind for horses, designed to centralise essential information and integrate seamlessly with existing systems. Created to address the equestrian industry’s pressing […]
Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – October 22, 2025 – A new generation is rising in the Longines Global Champions Tour. From the golden skyline of New York to the glowing Moroccan sun, 2025 has been a season that belongs to the fearless – to the riders shaping the future […]
San Marino – October 07, 2025 – The European Equestrian Federation (EEF) held its annual General Assembly on Tuesday 7 October at the Kursaal Convention Centre in San Marino, welcoming representatives from across Europe for a highly productive and constructive meeting. Chaired by EEF President Quentin Simonet, the […]
Bridgehampton, United States – August 31, 2025 – Along with the winner’s share of the $400,000 purse, This victory also earned Mendoza the $20,000 Longines Rider Challenge for the FEI 5* division, which awarded a $20,000 bonus and a second Longines timepiece. She finished the week with a total […]
Bridgehampton, United States – August 31, 2025 – Prior to the $400,000 Longines Hampton Classic Grand Prix CSI 5* at the 50th Hampton Classic Horse Show CSI 5* & CSI 2*, World #21 ranked show jumper Daniel Bluman (ISR) presented the talented 17-year-old Zangersheide gelding Ladriano Z (Lawito x Baloubet du […]
Wolvertem, Brussels, Belgium – August 29, 2025 – Saturday was marked by an emotional moment at the Brussels Stephex Masters CSI 5*, CSI 3* & CSI 2*. In front of a packed crowd, Scuderia 1918 Tobago Z was officially retired from the sport. The audience fell completely silent […]
