Andreas and Christian Schou‘s business is growing, and as an elongation thereof, they have now employed Lars Pedersen, former Elite Sports Director and national coach at the Danish Equestrian Federation. Lars has been self-employed in recent years and will henceforth be a part of Absolute Horses as the […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – November 22, 2023 – Whilst the sanctions prohibiting international competitions to be held in Russia and Belarus remain in place, the FEI Board has decided to lift protective measures to allow future participation of Russian and Belarusian Athletes, Horses and Officials as neutrals. The conditions […]
Mexico City, Mexico – November 22, 2023 – Mexico City’s Colegio de la Vizcainas provided a stunning backdrop for the 2023 edition of the FEI Awards Gala, presented by Longines, which celebrated international and home-grown winners across four categories of equestrian excellence. The evening saw Emma Uusi-Simola (FIN) clinch this year’s prestigious Cavalor […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October – 26, 2023 – Have the Paris Panthers handed the Championship Title to the Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian? Jur Vrieling‘s star horse Long John Silver 3 N.O.P has been sold as announced by SF Equestrian, meaning he is not in Riyadh to help […]
Lanaken, Belgium – September 21, 2023 – Domein Zangersheide has announced that Christian Ahlmann (GER) was forced to pull of competing on home soil this week. The news was confirmed according to the following statement on the Zangersheide website: “Due to a fall earlier this week, Christian Ahlmann […]
Kiev, Ukraine – September 14, 2023 – It’s an integral part of any professional horseperson’s role that they have a close bond with the horses they work with. But for a team manager who works to motivate a team currently devastated by war, the role of the horse […]
Can you please explain your official role and what this entails? I am the course designer here at Spruce Meadows, and I have been working here for over 25 years. To be a good course designer you need to have a lot of experience in the sport, and […]
The stallion who lives up to his name – Stargold The Oldenburg stallion, Stargold (Stakkato Gold – Charme x Lord Weingard, bred by Gestüt Sprehe GmbH), produced four clear-rounds out of five in the two most important classes at the CHIO Aachen. In the first round of the Mercedes-Benz Nations’ […]
Congratulations, on another great result at the CHIO Aachen – how pleased were you with Killer Queen VDM’s performance? I was incredibly pleased with Killer Queen VDM’s performance. The Rolex Grand Prix at CHIO Aachen is one of the biggest competitions in the world. For many years, Killer […]
Can you introduce yourself, tell us who you work for, and what your role is? My name is Melina, but most people call me Mel. I have been Marcus Ehning’s groom for the last seven years, both at shows and at home – I do everything! What is […]
Giampiero Garofalo Becomes Scuderia 1918 Racing Team Member Rome, Italy – July 25, 2023 – Two are the promising new horses owned by Scuderia 1918 join the Giampiero Garofalo (ITA) team: Grand Prix (m. S.F. 2016 – Vagabond de la Pomme x Ceasar van de Helle) and Scuderia 1918 Feel Good Chance (g. […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – July 24, 2023 – Earlier this month, Wellington International released a statement announcing their plans for expansion of the Wellington International showgrounds and enhanced facilities. To Our Equestrian Community, We want to provide an update on where we are in the venue expansion process and ask for […]
Embryo transfer Nathalie Beaufort started to dream 18 years ago about breeding a foal. However, it did not go entirely without a hitch: “My husband Pedro was competing HH Azur’s dam, Sion vd Zuuthoeve. I asked Pedro if he could ask Sion vd Zuuthoeve’s owner if I could flush […]
The Chantilly Classic took place last week… the revival of the Jumping de Chantilly taken over by a new team, the Grandprix Group. Here’s an exclusive interview with Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA), who returned to the grounds of his childhood, having grown up in Chantilly. Did you know this? Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA) […]
London, England – July 05, 2023 – New for this year, the EEF are launching a Horsemanship series, delving into what the term means to different people. Throughout the series we will be speaking to equestrian professionals from a variety of sectors and disciplines across the industry – from grooms […]
For you, why is CHIO Aachen such a special show? CHIO Aachen is the greatest, and most important show in the year. I was invited 20-years-ago to come here to design the course, and as always, I am looking forward to one of the most prestigious classes here, […]
Aachen, Germany – July 01, 2023 – He has already been one of the most successful show-jumpers in the world for years. After his Major victories in Geneva and at The Dutch Masters, McLain Ward (USA) now has the opportunity to win the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping […]
He is carrying on writing his family’s story with his name. With great success, one must add. Martin Fuchs (SUI) is always a dead-cert to win a medal at international championships and always a hot candidate when it comes down to the coveted Major victories of the Rolex […]
Daniel Deußer has already been one of the most successful riders in the world for years. We spoke with the 41-year-old about the importance of the Rolex Grand Slam for the equestrian sport and about his goals for the CHIO Aachen. The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping […]
In equestrian sports, results are separated by the smallest of margins, making the quest for a competitive edge ongoing. As a variety of innovative techniques have emerged to enhance the well-being and performance of equine athletes, equine salt therapy has increasingly gained attention. Known for its potential to […]
How special was it winning the very first Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Major at CHIO Aachen in 2013? It was incredible winning the first Rolex Grand Slam Major at CHIO Aachen in 2013. I had been lucky enough to win this Grand Prix three times before, […]
Rome, Italy – May 27, 2023 – When a great champion leaves competition the emotion is always intense. The minds goes to all the times you applauded him. To the courses experienced with bated breath until the last jump. To the victories. Scuderia 1918 Halifax van het Kluizebos with his extraordinary career […]
CHIO Aachen: Unforgettable Moments for Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum in Aachen Aachen, Germany – May 20, 2022 – Back then the first women to top the world ranking list, Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum (GER) has won countless internationals medals. We spoke to the native US American rider about her affinity for Aachen, the […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – May 21, 2023 – For international show jumpers Abigail McArdle (USA) and Samuel Parot, Jr (CHI), the road to partnership has spanned more than 4,000 miles. Both were competing in Nations Cup competition in Lisbon (POR) when they first met in 2014. At the time, Parot, […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 26, 2023 – The 11th edition of the 2023 FEI Sports Forum wrapped up on Wednesday in Lausanne after two days of intense discussions. With the biggest turnout ever experienced at a Sports Forum, the second day of sessions further confirmed and highlighted the equestrian community’s […]
Geneva, Switzerland – April 26, 2023 – In the history of equestrian sport, there are riders whose names and achievements will be immortalized in history. By winning the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping in 2015, British rider Scott Brash (GBR) added his name to the record books. Followers of the sport […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 25, 2023 – The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) is no stranger to technological innovation, which was recently evidenced by it’s placement on the 2022 sports technology power list, so it was fitting that it showcased no fewer than 10 of its latest innovative digital platforms […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 24, 2023 – The first day of the FEI Sports Forum 2023, which opened yesterday in Lausanne, was one of lively debate and energetic exchanges. FEI President Ingmar De Vos opened the FEI Sports Forum, setting the tone for the day and reiterating the […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – April 24, 2023 – The 24 draft recommendations put forward by the Equine Ethics and Wellbeing (EEWB) Commission to ensure a good life for horses in equestrian sport, have received strong support from delegates attending the annual FEI Sports Forum in Lausanne today. The recommendations – which […]
If the facilities at Reid & Associates are any indication, Byron Reid, VDM is prepared for just about anything. Reid’s Loxahatchee, FL-based clinic is a full-service equine hospital and referral center. Known for his surgical prowess, Reid has made his clinic and adjunct equine hyperbaric oxygen chamber available […]
