Lexington, Kentucky, USA. – On April 19, 2021, the USEF Board of Directors approved two actions to support the USEF calendar management processes. The Board approved a resolution to amend GR315 Mileage Exemptions to facilitate the collective review of all Mileage Exemption Requests for the first trimester of 2022 in […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – May 01, 2021 – At the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida, USA, Cathy Sacher received two identical phone calls, a single day apart. Both international show jumper Erynn Ballard (CAN) and “R” rated judge, rider and trainer Rachel Kennedy had an idea […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – May 01, 2021 – As Claudia Ballesteros (MEX) galloped through the finish timers of the Wellington Ag Services Spring Grand Prix, elation overtook her. A rousing cheer came up from the crowd and a sparkling grin spread across her face. She reached down to […]
Lexington, Kentucky, USA – April 29, 2021 – US Equestrian members will soon have access to improved horse and rider reports that are customized to their breed and discipline. By popular request from the membership, the updated reports provide more detailed at-a-glance information, along with enhanced sport-specific competition […]
Lexington, Kentucky, USA – April 20, 2021 – US Equestrian has updated its COVID-19 Action Plan for Licensed Competitions (Action Plan) to include protocols specific to allowing spectator attendance at a limited capacity beginning May 3, 2021. Last week, US Equestrian announced the maximum capacity for spectators at competitions in its April […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – After the heartbreak of having to announce the cancellation of 2020’s edition of The Dutch Masters, as a result of Covid-19, Director Marcel Hunze expresses his relief at this year’s show going ahead; how he believes the Rolex Grand Slam […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – American Rolex Testimonee, former Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Live Contender, and the current world number seven-ranked rider, Kent Farrington explains his goals for 2021; his plan for the Rolex Grand Prix at The Dutch Masters; and the positives […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – Olympic team champion at Beijing 2008, American show jumper Laura Kraut (USA) admits how fortunate she has been to have spent the winter months competing in warmer climes; she explains her Tokyo 2020 ambitions; and gives some insights into her […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – Sean Lynch, head groom to current world number two-ranked rider from Germany, Daniel Deusser (GER) and Swiss world number three-ranked rider, Martin Fuchs (SUI) head groom, Sean Vard reveal what they love most about their jobs; an insight into the […]
Geneva, Switzerland, April 25, 2021 – An assistant course designer at 15 years old, and a loyal patron of Indoor Brabant and The Dutch Masters since 2008; we spoke to Louis Konickx about his hopes and dreams for show jumping in 2021, Sunday’s Rolex Grand Prix, and what he […]
Geneva, Switzerland, April 23, 2021 – The latest elite talent to emerge from the Whitaker show jumping dynasty, 19-year-old Jack explains his excitement to be competing at his first Rolex Grand Slam Major in ‘s-Hertogenbosch; what he’d love to achieve in 2021; and the form he and his horses are […]
Ocala, Florida, USA – April 23, 2021 – World Equestrian Center (WEC) management has decided that beginning May 3rd, all 2021 competitions at our Wilmington, Ohio, and Ocala, Florida, venues will be sanctioned by the National Snaffle Bit Association (NSBA). As a competition organizer we have experienced incredible […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 22, 2021 – The European Union Animal Health Law (AHL) came to force on the 21st of April, 2021, and extensive lobbying by the specially convened International Horse Sports Confederation (IHSC) Task Force has been instrumental in a number of key provisions either being […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – April 22, 2021 – QBS Equestrian is thrilled to announce their newest partnership with Catherine Tyree (USA), who will be taking the reins on the talented 6-year-old Belgium Warmblood gelding Cantalupe V/D Holstenhoeve. Founded by M. Michael Meller and Dennis Sisco, QBS Equestrian works to partner […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, Ther Netherlands – April 21, 2021 – You can check out all the stats on ‘Rolex Grand Slam Live’, a brand-new web app, designed exclusively by the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, allowing fans to follow their favourite riders using second screen technology, has been unveiled […]
Thermal, California, USA – April 20, 2021 – In a dual effort to improve the Desert International Horse Park (DIHP) and support high-performance sport on the West Coast of the U.S., DIHP President and CEO Steve Hankin announced that work has begun on a multi-million dollar investment in […]
London, England, UK – April 16, 2021 – Following the sad news of the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh on 9 April, the horse world is coming together to commemorate his life. He was a huge force for good in the equestrian world and his […]
Aachen, Germany – April 15, 2021 – In this edition of Breeders Uncovered, we speak to KWPN – Royal Dutch Sport Horse (Dutch Warmblood) 2019 Breeder of the Year, Willy Wijnen, who is responsible for producing British show jumper, Ben Maher’s (GBR) exceptional gelding, Explosion W (Chacco-Blue x […]
Lexington, Kentucky, USA – April 14, 2021 – US Equestrian is pleased to announce that beginning May 3, 2021, licensees of USEF competitions are permitted to welcome a limited number of spectators back to their competitions. Dr. Mark Hart, USEF Chief Medical Officer stated, “In the spirit of moving […]
Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – April 16, 2021 –In an exclusive interview, Niels Bruynseels has confirmed to GCTV that he believes he is a top three contender for the overall 2021 Longines Global Champions Tour  Championship. After his stunning performance in Doha, Bruynseels credits his victory to extremely strong horsepower with the […]
Lexington, Kentucky, USA. – April 15, 2021 – US Equestrian has announced the 10 athletes who have been selected to the U.S. Jumping Team Olympic Short List for continued observation ahead of team selection for the 2020 Olympic Games later this summer in Tokyo, Japan. The following athletes […]
What have you been focusing on recently, and what are your plans and goals for 2021? As a result of COVID-19, and due to very few competitions being held in Europe, we made the decision to go to Florida for the Winter Equestrian Festival [WEF], which was incredibly […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands – April 14, 2021 – Having triumphed in the Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva in December 2019, current world number three-ranked rider, Martin Fuchs (SUI) is the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Live Contender, and the Swiss show jumper now has his sights firmly […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 11, 2021 – Following the EHV-1 outbreak that has tragically resulted in the loss of 18 horses and many sick horses, and led to a six-week shutdown of international competition, on 30 March the FEI published a series of measures required for the safe […]
Lexington, Kentucky, USA – April 07, 2021 – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF / US Equestrian) issued a press release earlier this week announcing COVID-19 protocols to permit spectators at USEF-rated competitions: Their full statement is the following: Dear USEF Members, We have all been watching the […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 10, 2021 – Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, passed away peacefully yesterday morning at Windsor Castle in England. His death, at the age of 99, was announced according to a statement released by Buckingham Palace. He was the longest serving FEI President (1964-1986) […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – April 10, 2021 – The team at Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) congratulates the Circuit Champions for the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Featuring 13 weeks of world-class jumper, hunter, and equitation competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, Florida, USA, this year’s circuit was a great […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – April 09, 2021 – The team at Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) congratulates the Circuit Champions for the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Featuring 13 weeks of world-class jumper, hunter, and equitation competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, this […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – April 09, 2021 – The team at Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) congratulates the Circuit Champions for the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Featuring 13 weeks of world-class jumper, hunter, and equitation competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, this […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – April 08, 2021 – The team at Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) congratulates the Circuit Champions for the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Featuring 13 weeks of world-class jumper, hunter, and equitation competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, this […]
