Tag: Aachen

Richard Vogel Gets a Foal – Levi Noesar Propels Him to Victory in the Sparkassen-Youngsters-Cup Final & Overall Title

Aachen, Germany – July 07, 2024 – Unbelievable, but true: Richard Vogel (GER) notched up his fourth victory this week here at Aachen in the Final of the Sparkassen-Youngsters-Cup (in addition to four further top placings). He has high hopes for the future for the horse that made […]

Second Victory by Siebe Leemans & Karamella in the NetAachen-Prize CSI U-25

Aachen, Germany – July 07, 2024 – First time at the CHIO Aachen, competed in two classes, won two classes – the Dutch aspiring talent, Siebe Leemans (NED), boasts a 100-percent success quota for his debut at the Soers in the scope of the NetAachen-Prize CSI U-25. Couldn’t […]

André Thieme & DSP Chakaria Bring Down the House in the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 06, 2024 – What a €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSI 5*, what a finale for the 2024 CHIO Aachen! André Thieme (GE)R hadn’t actually qualified to compete in the highlight of the weekend. But on Saturday evening he found out that he had […]

Eugenio Garza Perez Powers to First in the Städte Region Aachen Prize CSI 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 03, 2024 – It doesn’t always have to be the Grand Prix to put a huge smile on a top show-jumper’s face. Mexico’s World Championship rider, Eugenio Garza Perez (MEX), was able to name three reasons today that made his victory in the €28,330 […]

Questions & Answers with Frank Rothenberger: Course Designer of the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen

For you, why is the CHIO Aachen such a special show? The CHIO Aachen is the biggest equestrian show in the world and the Rolex Grand Prix there is one of the toughest Grands Prix to exist in show jumping. I always feel a lot of pressure when […]

Richard Vogel Victorious in the €200,000 Turkish Airlines – Prize of Europe CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 03, 2024 – Under the dazzling lights of the CHIO Aachen’s iconic main stadium, 45 of the world’s elite horse and rider show jumping combinations entered the arena with the hope of claiming Wednesday’s pinnacle class, the €200,000 Turkish Airlines Prize of Europe CSIO 5*. The […]

Martin Fuchs Celebrates His first Individual Victory at Aachen Winning the €200,000 RWE Prize of North Rhine-Westphalia CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 05, 2024 – In all the years the Swiss rider, Martin Fuchs, has been competing here in Aachen, he has never succeeded in winning a gold rosette in one of the main classes. Until today, when he jumped to victory in the €200,000 RWE Prize […]

Richard Vogel & “Phenomenal Phenyo” Claim the Gold Again in the Feinkost Käfer-Prize CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 05, 2024 – The speed and handiness competition over ditches and banks is one of the classics at the CHIO Aachen. Richard Vogel (GER) announced just after the victory in the Prize of Handwerk with Phenyo van het Keyserbos, that the €30,000 Feinkost Käfer-Prize CSIO […]

100 Years of Equestrian Show History: Special Art Announces a Special Anniversary

Aachen, Germany – June 26, 2024 – A few days before Germany’s biggest sporting event begins, a man with a rake is stood where the best horses in the world leave their traces in the stand during the CHIO Aachen. The man’s name is Martin Stockberg. And the […]

2024 CHIO Aachen: Celebrating 25 Years of Enduring Commitment & Excellence

Geneva, Switzerland – June 26, 2024 – From 28 of June to 7 of July, 2024, the equestrian community will once again converge at the Aachen Soers showgrounds for the CHIO Aachen, a globally renowned event with a rich history spanning almost a century. Steeped in prestige and tradition, the […]

CHIO Aachen: “Today Was Our Day!” – Marcus Ehning & Stargold Win the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 02, 2023 – What an anniversary! Coinciding with the tenth birthday of the Rolex Grand Slam in Aachen, there was a German trio on the podium and the heroes of the hour are Marcus Ehning and Stargold. Five pairs reached the jump-off, three from Germany: […]

Marcus Ehning & Stargold “Ride to Stardom” in the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 02, 2023 – On Sunday morning anticipation was palpable in the air of the Aachen Soers Showground, as over 40,000 eager spectators prepared for the World Equestrian Festival’s pinnacle class, the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*. To add to the excitement […]

“Now I know the Difference Between Winning & Coming second” – Richard Vogel Earns First Aachen Victory in the €90,000 Allianz-Prize CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 01, 2023 – The €90,000 Allianz-Prize CSIO 5* was the highlight in the Main Stadium at the Aachen Soers on Saturday. After a dream round, Richard Vogel (GER) triumphed and left yesterday’s winner, Jana Wargers (GER), lying in second place. Third place went to […]

Jana Wargers & Dorette Dazzle in the €202,000 RWE Prize of North Rhine-Westphalia CSIO 5*  

Aachen, Germany – June 30, 2023 – What a jump-off in the €202,000 RWE Prize of North Rhine-Westphalia CSIO 5*! The time from the first round decided the starting order of the second round for the first time – a new rule that Jana Wargers (GER) took advantage […]

Twenty-one Years Later… Switzerland Tops €900,000 Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup CSIO 5* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – June 29, 2023 – The Swiss show jumping team rode to victory in the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Nations’ Cup CSIO 5*– for the first time again after 21 years.   The last time that the Swiss squad won the Mercedes-Benz Nations’ Cup in Aachen was in the […]

Yuri Mansur & Miss Blue St. Blue Farm Steal the Spotlight in the €202,000 Turkish Airlines-Prize of Europe CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – June 28, 2023 – Under the dazzling lights of CHIO Aachen’s iconic Hauptstadion, the world’s best horse and rider combinations gathered to contest the €202,000 Turkish Airlines-Prize of Europe CSIO 5*, the first 5* class of the 2023 Show. The 1.55m competition was held over two […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Aachen CSIO 5*

Lexington, Kentucky, USA  – June 28, 2023 –  US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for the CHIO Aachen CSIO5* at CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival in Aachen, Germany, from June 27 – July 2, 2023. The team will […]

Marc Dilasser & His “Little Lion” Win the Prize of Handwerk CSIO 5* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – June 28, 2023 – The Wednesday at the CHIO Aachen 2023 kicked off with the Prize of Handwerk CSIO 5*, a 1.45-meter competition against the clock. The winner Marc Dilasser (FRA) from France couldn’t have been more overjoyed.  Marc Dilasser (FRA) headed the field of […]

Riders & Horses for Aachen CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – June 28, 2023 – Showjumping has already begun at the 2023 edition of the CHIO Aachen but there’s plenty of excitement still to com. Defending €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen champion, Gerrit Nieberg (GER) leads an all-star list of German riders such as Ludger Beerbaum […]

Daniel Deußer: The Rolex Grand Slam is Something Unique

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 […]

Olympic Flair in Aachen!

Aachen, Germany – March 29, 2022 – As a replacement for the Youth Olympic Games, the FEI Youth Equestrian Games are being staged during the CHIO Aachen 2022 (June 24th to July 3rd, 2022). 30 young talents from 30 nations will be travelling to Aachen to compete against the […]

Sanne Thijssen & Tippy Z Fly to First Over Ditches & Banks at CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – September 17, 2021 – Some jumping competitions are only staged at the CHIO Aachen, for example the €30,000 Prize of Soers CSIO 5*, the jumping competition over ditches and banks. The winner in 2021: Sanne Thijssen. In the Prize of Soers, the show jumpers take […]

“Power of Youth” Propels the United States to Victory in €1,000,000 Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup CSIO 5* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – September 16, 2021 – What an evening in the Mercedes-Benz Nations’ Cup 2021! An outstanding US team with three newcomers, a fall for the German team and a hot pursuit by the French team turned the Thursday evening at the CHIO Aachen into a nail-biting affair. […]

Philipp Weishaupt & Lacasino Ride for the Win in €26,000 Stawag-Prize CSIO 5* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – September 16, 2021 – Philipp Weishaupt (GER) and Lacasino were the fastest pair this afternoon in the €26,000 Stawag-Prize CSIO 5*, a penalties and time jumping competition. As Weishaupt (GER) stated, thanks to his colleagues Marco Kutscher (GER) and Christian Kukuk (GER). Lacasino has been stabled […]

A High Voltage Win for Max Kühner & Elektric Blue P in €200,000 Turkish Airlines-Prize of Europe CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – September 16, 2021 –  Following Tuesday evening’s Official Opening Ceremony, the 2021 edition of CHIO Aachen well and truly got underway with Wednesday’s €200,000 Turkish Airlines-Prize of Europe CSIO 5*, a qualifier for Sunday’s Rolex Grand Prix. The two-round Frank Rothenberger-designed course over 14 obstacles […]

CHIO Aachen Ready to Showcase Equestrian Maestry the Way People Know & Love

Aachen, Germany – September 09, 2021- World class, COVID certifications and selfie spots – joyful anticipation for the World Equestrian Festival – sensational field of competitors – farewell to two super athletes Horses on the market square in Aachen plus the CHIO Aachen mascot “Karli” and well-pleased organisers: […]

Maikel van der Vleuten & Beauville Z are the Best in the €100,000 Grand Prix of Aachen CSI 3*

Aachen, Germany – September 06, 2020 – The victory in the Allianz Prize at the “Aachen International Jumping” was a Dutch/Brazilian co-production. Because the winner, Maikel van der Vleuten (NED), received the decisive tip from the Brazilian rider, Marlon Módolo Zanotelli. Henrik von Eckermann (SWE) came second, ahead […]

Christian Ahlmann Leads German One-Two in €25,400 Stawag Prize CSI 3* at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – September 05, 2020 – The top German riders made it exciting in the €25,400 STAWAG Prize CSI 3*, the most important competition on Saturday at the Aachen International Jumping CSI 3*. Ultimately, Christian Ahlmann (GER) claimed the victory ahead of Daniel Deußer (GER). Steve Guerdat […]

Philipp Weishaupt & Coby 8 Victorious in Jump-off Class at Aachen International Jumping CSI 3*

Aachen, Germany – September 05, 2020 – The equestrian sport fans know as soon as a jump-off is on the agenda: Things get exciting! And that is exactly what happened in the first jumping competition of the Big Tour at the Aachen International Jumping CSI 3*. Philipp Weishaupt […]

Dieter Vermeiren & Kingston Town Claim the Crown in NetAachen Prize at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – September 04, 2020 – Alongside 50 top stars, 25 aspiring international young talents are allowed to compete at the Aachen International Jumping CSI 3*. In the NetAachen Prize CSIYH, the first Young Riders jumping competition of this weekend, the Belgian show-jumper, Dieter Vermeiren (BEL), was […]