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Spectacular Victory for Rodrigo Giesteira Almeida & Comme Le Coeur in the BPI Wealth Management Trophy CSIO 3*

Lisbon, Portugal – May 22, 2026 – The BPI Wealth Management Trophy CSIO 3* brought the second day of the Al Shira’aa CSIO 3* Lisbon to a golden close with a spectacular victory by Rodrigo Giesteira Almeida (POR). The Portuguese rider claimed the win aboard Comme Le Coeur […]

Lillie Keenan Leads the Pack in the Second Qualifier for the Rolex Grand Prix at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – May 23, 2026 – Thirteen pairs had reached the jump-off in the second qualifier for the highlight of the CHIO Aachen 2026 – the Rolex Grand Prix on Sunday afternoon. And for a long time, it looked like no one would be able to beat […]

Flying Frenchman Julien Épaillard is Just Too Fast to Be Caught at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – May 23, 2026 – Two stars who clearly feel very much at home at the Aachen Soers are Julien Epaillard (FRA) and his twelve-year-old gelding, Easy Up de Grandry. Having already claimed the victory in the Soers Prize CSI 5* on opening day, they once again […]

“Chawking” Up the Wins! James Chawke & Daido van’T Ruytershof Z Winning Ways Continues at Tbird

Langley, Canada – May 22, 2026 – Call it Chawke Value: James Chawke (IRL) and Daido van’t Ruytershof Z saved the best for last in Friday’s $62,500 Qualifier CSI 4* — to no one’s surprise. Winning is what they do in the Fort Grand Prix Arena. Six pairs […]

Danish Dazzle! Denmark Makes History with Back-to-Back Nations Cup Victories at Stutteri Ask

Martofte, Denmark – May 22, 2026 – Denmark successfully retained their title at the Longines EEF Series Region North Qualifier to the delight of the home crowd in Stutteri Ask. Sweden was hot on their heels in second while Belgium occupied third. “It was an exciting day of top-class […]

Spanish Triumph in the Al Shira’aa Nations Cup of Lisbon CSIO 3* 

Lisbon, Portugal – May 22, 2026 – Spanish triumph in the Al Shira’aa Nations Cup of Lisbon CSIO 3*, in which ten teams took part. The Spanish quartet, with two double clear rounds, prevailed after a jump-off against South Africa. The Spanish team, made up of Pilar Lucrecia […]

Daniel Coyle Claims the €150,000 Qualifier CSI 5* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – May 22, 2026 – The TSCHIO Aachen, the second Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Major of the calendar year, began on Friday at the Aachen Soers Showground, bringing together the world’s leading horse and rider combinations for three days of elite competition. Among the […]

Julien Épaillard Supreme in the Soers Prize CSI 5* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – May 22, 2026 – The 2026 TSCHIO Aachen 5* got underway on Thursday and it was the French flag who was raised the highest in the opening class, €25,000 Soers Prize CSI 5*. French showjumper, Julien Épaillard (FRA) won with his chestnut gelding, Easy Up […]

Questions & Answers with Rolex Grand Slam Contender Richard Vogel

Congratulations, you are the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping live contender heading to the TSCHIO Aachen. How are you feeling ahead of the next Major of the year? RV: To be honest, I try not to remind myself too much that I am the Rolex Grand Slam of […]

Conor Swail Steals Third International Win of the Week in Jump-off Challenge CSI 4* at Tbird

Langley, Canada – May 21, 2026 – Canada’s Nicole Walker (CAN) and Excellent B set an early standard in Thursday’s feature four-star competition. But the rider dominating Thunderbird Show Park’s international ring this week had other plans. First of six pairs to return for Gregory Bodo’s short course in […]

Alexa Ferrer Steals the Spotlight at the Jumping International de Mâcon Chaintré CSI 4*

Mâcon Chaintré, France – May 21, 2026 – It was under radiant sunshine that the 2026 edition of the Jumping International de Mâcon Chaintré CSI 4* began Thursday, in the magical setting of the Château de Chaintré. Fifty-eight combinations were at the start of the main event of […]

Portugal Enters the Nations Cup CSIO 3* of Lisbon with Podium Ambitions

Lisbon, Portugal – May 23, 2026 – Lisbon will host the 101st edition of the CSIO between May 21 and 24, bringing together some of the world’s top riders in one of the most prestigious show jumping competitions. In a highly competitive field, with around 70 riders and […]

Inside the Rolex Grand Slam: TSCHIO Aachen Highlights

Aachen, Germany – May 21, 2026 – From 22 to 24 May 2026, the TSCHIO Aachen, will welcome the world’s leading show jumpers for the second Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Major of the calendar year. Staged in a one-off format and taking place earlier in the […]

Adding Up to Victory: Conor Swail & Theo 160 Claim Speed Challenge CSI 4* at Thunderbird

Langley, Canada – May 21, 2026 – In most speed rounds, victory is found where riders dare to leave out strides. Conor Swail (IRL) and his longtime partner Theo 160 took a different route—they added them. And still won. The Irish veteran and his 14-year-old Holsteiner gelding stopped […]

List of All Major Events this Week with Links to More Information about Them

Aachen, Germany – May 21, 2026 – It’s showtime for showjumping at Aachen starting this Friday and the running of the second leg of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, the Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* next Sunday. Moreover, there are two four-star attractions, the Jumping International […]

Riders & Horses for the Jumping International de Mâcon Chaintré CSI 4*

Mâcon Chaintré, France – May 21, 2026 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2026 edition of the Jumping International de Mâcon Chaintré CSI 4*. Renowned for the art of living, hospitality and the Château de Chaintré as the its backdrop, the event has attracted top-tier talent, including the likes of: […]

Sociedade Hípica Portuguesa Prepares to Host the 101st Editon of the CSIO 3* of Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal – May 21, 2026 – The countdown to the Al Shira’aa CSIO Lisbon has officially begun. From May 22 to 24, Sociedade Hípica Portuguesa will once again become the epicentre of show jumping after three years of absence, hosting a very special edition: the 101st edition […]

Riders & Horses for the CSI 5* at Aachen this Week

Aachen, Germany – May 20, 2026 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the running of the second leg of the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping during the TSCHIO of Aachen 5* this week, highlighted by the Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* next Sunday. The top 25 ranked-riders in […]

World-Class! The Top 25 Ranked Riders All Set to Compete at the TSCHIO Aachen this Week

Aachen, Germany – May 20, 2026 – With less than two daysto go until the 2026 TSCHIO Aachen 5*, the joyful anticipation is rising. From May 22nd to 24th, the event will be staged more compactly and earlier in the year, but with the same top-level competition and […]

Jumping International de Mâcon Chaintré! – 2026 Edition Promises to Be a Memorable One

Mâcon Chaintré, France – May 20, 2026 – Equestrian sport will once again take centre stage at the foot of the Château de Chaintré, from 21 to 24 May, at the Jumping International de Mâcon Chaintré CSI 4*. This new edition of the CSI 4*, combining top-level sport, […]

Fueled by His Past, Rodrigo Enriquez Makes His Own Future

Wellington, United States – May 19, 2026 – For Rodrigo Enriquez Beteta (MEX), involvement in equestrian sport was all but pre-written in his DNA. A fourth-generation horsemen, his great-grandfather Ignacio M. Beteta Quintana was a prominent owner who saw one of his horses represent Mexico at the 1948 London […]

Victor Bettendorf Claims the €500,000 Rolex Grand Prix Crown at the Royal Windsor Horse Show

Windsor, England – May 16, 2026 – The Royal Windsor Horse Show’s pinnacle class, the Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*, brought three days of world-class Show Jumping to a thrilling close in the private grounds of Windsor Castle. A field of 34 leading horse and rider combinations, including six […]

Samuel Hutton Back on Top in the First Fidelity Investments Speed Challenge CSI 4*

North Salem, United States – May 16, 2026 – The $32,000 Speed Challenge CSI 4* – 1.45m, presented by Fidelity Investments followed in the afternoon at Old Salem Farm, with 23 horse-and-rider combinations representing six countries vying for top honors over Wade’s 15-effort course. Samuel Hutton (GBR) returned to the […]

Nothing but the Blue Ribbon for Paris Sellon & Chad Blue PS in the €60,400 Scuderia La Caccia Grand Prix CSIO 3*

Bedizzole, Italy – May 17, 2026 – A warmer sunny day finally did justice to the magnificent welcome that Scuderia La Caccia had in store for its first CSIO 3* event, the highlight of a packed sporting season that began last February and will conclude at the end of October. Beatrice Guidi’s organisation […]

Emotional Victory! Frederic Tillmann Doesn’t Give Up to Win the €120,000 Al Shira’aa German Jumping Derby CSI 4*

Hamburg, Germany – May 17, 2026 – An emotional victory for Frederic Tillmann (GER) brough equestrians fans to their feet at Klein Flottbek, teaming up with DSP Comanche VL for top honors in the €120,000 Al Shira’aa German Jumping Derby CSI 4*, presented by Melitta. Moreover, May 17 […]