Category: CSI 4*

Ben Maher Tastes Victory in the Defiant Whisky Speed CSI 4* at Wellington

Wellington, United States – January 30, 2026 – Great Britain was back on top on Friday at Wellington International during the fourth week of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Early in the day on the grass Derby Field at Equestrian Village, British Olympic Champion Ben Maher rode 15-year-old […]

Mark Bluman & Landon Turn on the Nitro in the $116,100 Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – January 29, 2026 – Colombia’s Mark Bluman (COL) and Landon de Nyze were picture-perfect to win the $116,100 Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup Round IV CSI 4* on the grass derby field on Thursday during Week 4 at the 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Hosting […]

Tom Wachman & Do It Easy Score the Win in the $117,000 Gary Yeomans Ford Qualifier CSI 4*

Ocala, United States – January 29, 2026 – Four-star competition returned to World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) with a competitive field of top international talent contesting the $117,000 Gary Yeomans Ford Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 4*. Forty-one horse-and-rider combinations representing 17 nations took their shot at the top prize, […]

Patience Pays off as Erynn Ballard Wins the Hermès Classic CSI 4* at Wellington

Wellington, United States – January 25, 2026 – Canadian Olympian Erynn Ballard (CAN) currently holds a hot hand; she has won at least once every week since November. Adding to her tally on Sunday, she topped the $62,500 Hermès Classic CSI 4* – 1.50m aboard Chatadel PS, owned by […]

Bertram Allen on Fire at the Winter Equestrian Festival CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – January 23, 2026 – Bertram Allen (IRL) is on fire competing at theWinter Equestrian Festival (WEF) at Wellington International. The Irishman secured his second victory of the week in the $32,000 Defiant Whisky Speed CSI 4*, riding Zero K, a 12-year-old Danish Warmblood mare. […]

Faster, Fasther, the “Fasthest”! Lillie Keenan Conquers the $215,000 NetJets Grand Prix CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – January 24, 2026 – In front of a home crowd, Lillie Keenan (USA) and longtime partner Fasther took flight in a jump-off brimming with horse and rider talent to win the $215,000 NetJets Grand Prix CSI 4*, highlighting Saturday Night Lights during Week 3 at Wellington […]

Alexander McLean is the Master of the Day at the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show CSI 4*

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 23, 2026 – The Al Shira’aa International Horse Show CSI 4* & CSI 2* reached its halfway point today, with six action-packed classes spread across both arenas, including the first qualifier for Sunday’s Grand Prix and the ever-popular Ride n’ Drive […]

Bertram Allen & Eddy Blue’s Blazing Performance Tops the $116,000 Adequan® Challenge Cup CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – January 22, 2026 –  Irish riders are known for their bravery and speed competing in high-level competitions around the world. On Thursday, Olympian Bertram Allen (IRL) was a testament of that at Wellington International. Riding Eddy Blue for owner Carol Sollak, the Irishman won […]

Speedy Shady Ghrayeb Leads the Way at the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show CSI 4*

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 22, 2026 – Competitions continued in earnest on Day Two of the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show CSI 4* & CSI 2*, as riders returned to Al Forsan International Sports Resort for a full day of sport across both arenas, with […]

Luis Fernando Larrazabal Triumphant Once Again in the Hermès Classic at Wellington

Wellington, United States – January 17, 2026 – Luis Fernando Larrazabal (VEN) of Venezuela claimed his third major victory of the week in the $32,000 Hermès Classic 1.50m aboard Ribery on the grass derby field during Week 2 of the 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). On Friday, Larrazabal […]

Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 Take the Turn to the Top in the $200,000 UF Health Grand Prix CSI 4*

Ocala, United States – January 17, 2026 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala was abuzz with excitement as packed stands and a beautiful Florida night set the stage for the highlight event of the week, the $200,000 UF Health Grand Prix CSI 4*. A star-studded field of 34 horse-and-rider combinations […]

Partnership Pays Off for Daniel Bluman & Gemma W in the $117,000 UF Health Grand Prix Qualifier CSI4*

Ocala, United States – January 15, 2026 – Forty of the world’s top horse-and-rider combinations, representing 13 nations, took to the WEC Grand Arena on Thursday morning to vie for the top prize in the $117,000 UF Health Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 4*. In the end, it was Israel’s Daniel […]

Third Podium, Second Victory! Emanuele Gaudiano & Vasco on Fire at the Doha Equestrian Tour CSI 4*

Doha, Qatar – January 04, 2026 – Third podium in as many days and second victory! Emanuele Gaudiano (ITA) and Vasco 118 went out in grand fashion to close out the week at H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix CSI 4* & CSI 2*, topping the €29,000 Special Two-Phase […]

Emanuele Gaudiano Turns on the Nitro to Win at the Doha Equestrian Tour CSI 4*

Doha, Qatar – January 03, 2026 – After being denied victory in the first contest against the clock at the 2026 Doha Equestrian Tour, Emanuele Gaudiano (ITA) and Vasco 118 triumphed in the €29,000 Speed Challenge CSI 4* on Saturday, a part of the 2026 H.H. The Father […]

Harry Charles Nips Fellow Countryman to Win the €200,000 Grand Prix of Doha CSI 4*

Doha, Qatar – January 04, 2026 – The H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix 2026 concluded on Sunday at Al Shaqab as Tour I wraps up its opening weekend and it was Harry Charles (GBR) and Casquo Blue who conquered the €200,000 Grand Prix of Doha CSI 4*, nipping […]

Déjà Vu! Abdullah Al Sharbatly & Boeckmanns Lord Pezi Junior Strike Again in the €106,000 Jump-off Challenge CSI 4*

Doha, Qatar – January 03, 2026 – The H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix 2026 continued on Saturday at Al Shaqab as Tour 1 entered its second day of competition, bringing together international and regional riders across CSI1*, CSI2* and CSI 4* categories as part of the Doha Equestrian […]

Abdullah Al Sharbatly Blazes to the Perfect Start at the 2026 H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix CSI 4*

Her Highness Attends the Opening Tour Competitions of the H.H. The Father Amir Prix Doha, Qatar – January 02, 2026 – One of the fastest riders in the world, Abdullah Al Sharbatly (KSA) kicked off the new year in winning fashion, getting off to the perfect in the […]

Germans Rule as Richard Vogel Tops the €105,500 Grand Prix of Hessen CSI 4*

Frankfurt, Germany – December 21, 2025 – Richard Vogel (GER) gave Germans fans what they had hoped for: A win on home soil in the €105,500 Grand Prix of Hessen CSI 4*, presented by Deutsche Vermögensberatung AG at the 2025 Internationales Festhallen Reitturnier Frankfurt. The German piloted his […]

Robert Murphy Shines Bright in the Grand Prix of Salzburg CSI 4*

Salzburg, Austria – December 07, 2025 – In the Grand Prix of Salzburg CSI 4*, the 25-year-old Brit Robert Murphy (GBR) and his experienced partner Hulde G triumphed ahead of Tamás Mráz (HUN) and Ronny Healy (RSA). A total of 40 combinations competed in a top-class international field […]

Emanuele Gaudiano Goes All Out to Win the Championat of Salzburg CSI 4* at the Amadeus Horse Indoors

Salzburg, Austria – December 05, 2025 – The Italian Emanuele Gaudiano, known for his fast laps, claimed victory in the feature class on opening day of the 2025 Amadeus Horse Indoors CSI 4*. Riding his gray gelding Chalou’s Love PS , he finished ahead of the New Zealander […]

Kent Farrington & Greya Prevail in the $200,000 Arthramid Grand Prix CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – November 30, 2025 – The feature event of the Holiday & Horses CSI 4* week brought depth, difficulty, and high sport to Wellington International as 39 entries stepped forward for the $200,000 Holiday & Horses Grand Prix CSI 4*, sponsored by Arthramid. Anthony D’Ambrosio (USA) […]

Gilles Thomas Thrives in the €107,610 H&M Sweden Grand Prix CSI 4*

Stockholm, Sweden – November 30, 2025 – The 2025 Sweden International Horse Show CSI 4* concluded in grand fashion on Sunday with the running of the €107,610 H&M Sweden Grand Prix CSI 4*. In the end, it was a young Belgian who has skyrocketed to the top of […]

Kevin Staut Storms to Victory in the Hööks Prize CSI 4* at Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden – November 29, 2025 – Kevin Staut (FRA) stormed to victory at the 2025 Sweden International Horse Show CSI 4* on Saturday, speeding past two Swedes in the €28,200 Hööks Prize CSI 4*. Aboard Kannonqulan, the 2016 chestnut Swedish Warmblood mare (Kannan x Quantum), the Frenchman […]

Erynn Ballard & New Star vd Berghoeve Lead the Way in the Dover Saddlery Classic CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – November 29, 2025 – Saturday’s feature class lived up to expectations as the International Arena welcomed 40 entries for the $32,000 Classic CSI 4* – 1.50m , sponsored by Dover Saddlery. The speed-format class meant that every second mattered, and with no jump-off to rely […]

Peder Fredricson Just Keeps Winning at the Sweden International Horse Show CSI 4*

Stockholm, Sweden – November 28, 2025 – For the second day in a row, Peder Fredricson (SWE) made his fans very proud at the 2025 Sweden International Horse Show CSI 4*. After getting off to the perfect start by winning the Dagens Industri Welcome CSI 4* the day […]

Mallevaey Masters the $117,000 Holiday & Horses BrainJava Qualifier CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – November 28, 2025 – Thanksgiving week wasted no time building momentum as 98 horses jogged for FEI inspection ahead of the start of the ESP Holiday & Horses CSI 4* competition. With the lineup set and anticipation high, the stage is set for a […]

Nayel Nassar Dazzles with Dorado de Riverland in the $32,000 Two-Phase Special CSI 4*

Wellington, United States – November 27, 2025 – Thanksgiving week wasted no time building momentum as 98 horses jogged for FEI inspection ahead of the start of the ESP Holiday & Horses CSI 4* competition. With the lineup set and anticipation high, the stage is set for a […]

Julien Épaillard Can’t Be Caught at Rouen

Rouen, France – November 20, 2025 – When it comes to speed, Julien Épaillard‘s (FRA) name echoes amongst the favorites to win any class that’s against the clock. On Thursday, the Frenchman lived up to expectations, teaming up with Easy Up de Grandy for victory in the €35,130 […]

Henrik von Eckermann Excels in the €40,000 Van Mossel Automotive Prize CSI 4*

Maastricht, The Netherlands – November 08, 2025 – In the main event of Saturday evening, the 4* 1.50m Van Mossel Automotive Prize CSI 4*, Swedish rider Henrik von Eckermann (SWE) demonstrated his world-class talent. Only three combinations managed to complete the technical course without faults and qualify for […]

Michael Greeve & Commissar Pezi on Top in the VDL Groep Prize CSI 4*

Maastricht, The Netherlands – November 07, 2025 – The final jumping class of the evening, the 4* 1.50m VDL Groep Prix CSI 4*, was just won by Michael Greeve (NED). Although the Dutch rider has only recently formed a partnership with the twelve-year-old gelding Commissar Pezi, he added […]