Category: News

Denis Lynch & Cristello Claim €95,000 DKB Championship CSI 5* at the LGCT of Berlin

Berlin, Germany – July 25, 2021 – It was an exhilarating climax to three days of world class sport as last to go Denis Lynch (IRL) and the dramatic stallion Cristello (Numero Uno x Voltaire) rode to a blistering victory in the week’s final class at the Longines […]

Steve Guerdat & Fanny Skalli: Showjumping’s Power Couple Take to the Skies at the Masters of Chantilly CSI 5*

Chantilly, France – July 10, 2021 – Saturday was a perfect day for the Guerdat (SUI) family on the Arena Grandes Ecuries, still as beautiful, still as green at the first edition of the Masters of Chantilly CSI 5*. An almost honeymoon setting for a beautiful couple’s story. […]

Meet the Next Generation with Zoé Conter

What have you been focusing on recently, and what are your plans and goals for 2021? My plan for this year is to compete in five-star shows. I haven’t been able to compete at that level in over a year now. My first show is actually this week, […]

Breeders Uncovered with William Funnell: Founder & Breeder at The Billy Stud

What’s your earliest equestrian memory?  My earliest equestrian memory is riding a tiny little black Shetland pony when I was very young, probably about four or five. I was lucky enough to be brought up on a farm in a place called Challock just above Ashford in Kent. […]

M. Michael Meller Names Ali Wolff for the Ride on Fahrenheit Ponthual

Wellington, Florida, USA – July 16, 2021 – M. Michael Meller of MMM Horseman and Janet Balmuth is thrilled to announce his newest partnership with Ali Wolff, who will be taking the reins on the talented 6-year-old Selle Francais mare Fahrenheit Ponthual. Meller is known for partnering talented athletes with promising young […]

FEI Celebrates its Centenary

Lausanne, Switzerland – July 09, 2021 – As the FEI celebrates its centenary, one man’s name stands out when it comes to the development of equestrian sport over the last 100 Years – journalist, historian, art collector and creator of the FEI World Cupâ„¢ Jumping series Mr. Max […]

Tanner Korotkin Gets the Ride on Volo’s Diamond

Wellington, Florida, USA – July 12, 2021 – Young professional Tanner Korotkin (USA) entered the Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel International Ring for opening day of the 2021 Great Lakes Equestrian Festival with a new mount. Aboard the 10-year-old Volo’s Diamond, Korotkin, 19, navigated an easy clear in the […]

More Female Firepower as Mid-Season Transfers Add More Fuel to Global Champions League Race

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 08, 2021 – Jessica Springsteen (USA) and Malin Baryard-Johnsson (SWE) are among strong female firepower who have been recruited and Eve Jobs (USA) has been signed up for the Paris Panthers team in the GCL mid-season transfer period. Six other squads also bring […]

Top Two Riders in the World Look Ahead to the Olympics at Knokke Hippique

Knokke-Heist, Belgium – June 30, 2021 – With the Tokyo Olympic Games only a few weeks away there is anticipation in the air in Knokke-Heist. The top three of the World Ranking list are all on the long list for Tokyo. All three riders competed at Knokke Hippique […]

Faith, Friendship & Fortitude: Hadja van Orshof’s Inspiring Return to Grand Prix Competition

Wellington, Florida, USA – July 07, 2021 – International show jumper Kelli Cruciotti-VanderVeen (USA) boasts a long list of accomplishments aboard her longtime mount, Hadja van Orshof. After all, the Belgian Warmblood mare took the 23-year-old young professional to her first Longines FEI Jumping World Cupâ„¢ Final in […]

Valdocco des Caps to Abdullah Al Sharbatly

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – July 06, 2021 – A top ride will be seen carrying the Saudi Arabian colors; Valdocco des Caps (Number One D’iso x Quidam de Revel). It was prince Turki Bin Mohammed of Old Lodge who acquired the horse, adding another great horse to the […]

Uma O’Neill & Edelweiss Are the Best in BayFest Grand Prix at Woodside

O’Neill Show Jumping’s 10-year-old mare records her first grand prix victory. Wellington, Florida, USA – July 06, 2021 – O’Neill Show Jumping’s 10-year-old mare records her first grand prix victory. Uma O’Neill (NZL) entered the main arena at the Horse Park at Woodside with a plan. Aboard O’Neill […]

Sixteen-Year-Old Hailey Royce Records First Grand Prix Victory at Fox Lea Farm

Venice, Florida, USA – June 29, 2021 – Heading into the $24,999 Regional Standard Grand Prix at Fox Lea Farm, Hailey Royce (USA) stood out. At just 16 years old, she was the youngest rider in the field. But Royce (USA) has never let age stop her. By […]

McLain Ward is Crowned “The Master” as the Leading Rider of Knokke Hippique CSI 5*

Knokke-Heist, Belgium – June 28, 2021 – McLain Ward (USA) was the most consistent rider amongst all riders who competed in the CSI 5* classes during the first week of Knokke Hippique. The American’s consistency was displayed in all the five-star, tallying an overall score of 324 points. […]

Harrie Smolders Out due to Injury

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – June 29, 2021 – Harrie Smolders (NED) sustained an injury competing in the €52,150 Invest Mobile Prize CSI 5* last Friday at Knokke Hippique CSI 5* / 3* / 2*. The Dutchman had advanced to the jump-off of the 1.50m class, suffering a nasty fall […]

World’s Top Equestrian Stars Heading to Royal Windsor Horse Show CHI 5* as Part of Final Olympic Preparation

Windsor, Berkshire, England – June 16, 2021 – CHI Royal Windsor Horse Show, taking place from 1-4 July 2021, will welcome the world’s best equestrian athletes, including six of the top 10 Show Jumping riders and internationally renowned Driving champions. The CSI5* Show Jumping, due to take place […]

Eszter Kiss’ Transcontinental Journey Toward a Dream

Wellington, Florida, USA – June 16, 2021 – In Cegléd, Hungary, Eszter Kiss lived her life pragmatically. At age 18, she enrolled in the Corvinus University of Budapest with an eye toward an economics degree, with a focus in improving small enterprises. Upon the completion of her studies, […]

A Pattern of Taking Chances: Bruno Diniz das Neves, Adele XIII & For Horses

Wellington, Florida, USA – June 03, 2021 – On a dark night in a particularly desolate area in Hamburg, Germany, Bruno Diniz Das Neves (POR) was lost. The Portuguese rider had no cell reception as he desperately looked to find the small farm to which he was traveling. […]

British Announce Jumping Team Shortlist for Upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo

London, England – June 03, 2021 – British Equestrian and the British Showjumping selectors can today confirm the nine showjumping athlete and horse combinations, plus three reserves, that will be submitted to the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) as our nominated entries for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Only the […]

Olympic Dreams on the Line as 12 Teams are Ready to Battle in Nations Cup at CSIO of Rome

Rome, Italy – May 24, 2021 – There are twelve teams registered with the CSIO of Rome in Piazza di Siena to compete in the prestigious Intesa Sanpaolo Nations Cup on Friday, the 28th of May. Seven of these teams are European: Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy and Sweden. […]

World’s Best Showjumpers Sail into Saint-Tropez for the Longines Athina Onassis Horse Show CSI 5*

Ramatuelle, France – May 21, 2021 – The most talented riders in the world are headed to sunny Saint-Tropez as the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) presses on from Madrid to picturesque Pampelonne Beach in Ramatuelle, France. The event, the third stop on the 16-leg Global Champions Tour, […]

Phelps Media Group Announces the Death of Founder & CEO Mason Phelps, Jr.

Wellington, Florida, USA – May 19, 2021 – It is with great sadness and the deepest regrets that Phelps Media Group announces the passing of its founder and Chief Executive Officer, Mason Phelps Jr.. Phelps passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home of a heart attack. On behalf of the […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for the Nations Cup of Rome CSIO 5*

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – May 19, 2021- US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the Nations Cup of Rome CSIO 5* held at the Piazza di Siena in Rome, Italy from May 26-30, 2021. The two-round team competition […]

Alejandro Mills Topete & Chataga Conquer $1,100,000 Grand Prix CSI 2* at Otomí

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico – May 15, 2021 – The overhead clouds did not keep the sun from shining Saturday afternoon, nor top riders and horses from entering the main ring at Otomí Club Hípico for the MXN $1,100,000 Grand Prix CSI 2*. The feature classs of the […]

Olympic Dreams on the Line as Ten Nations Set to Compete in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cupâ„¢ of France CSIO 5* at La Baule

La Baule, France – May 17, 2021 – From 10th to 13th June 2021, the world elite of show jumping will meet up at the Longines International Jumping of La Baule for a top level confrontation, a few weeks ahead Tokyo. The best riders and horses of the […]

Canada’s Eric Lamaze Withdraws Himself from Consideration for Olympic Spot

Brussels, Belgium – May 17, 2021 – Former Olympic show jumping champion Eric Lamaze of Canada has withdrawn from consideration for the upcoming Olympic Games, scheduled to take place from July 23 to August 8, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan.  Lamaze was one of five athletes named to the […]

Patrice Delaveau Embarks on a New Journey Away from Haras des Coudrettes

Deauville, France – May 12, 2021 – Patrice Delaveau (FRA) has announced that he will no longer be fully comitted to riding horses for Haras des Coudrettes (HDC). The famous French rider had represented the renowned stables for eleven years, having had huge success riding their top horses. […]

USEF Eases Restrictions Regarding COVID-19 Protocols at USEF-Licensed Competitions

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – May 11, 2021 – Beginning May 17, 2021, USEF will implement new protocols regarding the use of face coverings/masks at USEF-licensed competitions in response to recently updated CDC recommendations. Please click here to access the full amendments to the USEF COVID-19 Action Plan protocols. This change means […]

Global Champions Launches New Exclusive Streaming Service

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 11, 2021 – Global Champions, the pinnacle of show jumping, today announces the launch of the Longines Global Champions Tour, GCL and Tops International Arena platform GCTV, an innovative hub for supporters to enhance their show jumping viewing experience. Fans will have the […]

Longines Global Champions Tour of Cannes to Take Place at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 08, 2021 – We can confirm that the Longines Global Champions Tour of Cannes 2021 will be replaced by the Longines Global Champions Tour of Valkenswaard between 4 – 6 June for round 4 of the 2021 season. The city of Cannes on […]