Tag: Chevaux

From Four Faults to Two Firsts & Bookending the Podium! Erynn Ballard & Narcotique Turn on the Nitro at Fort Worth CSI 4*-W

Fort Worth, Texas, USA – December 14, 2022 – Life is full of ups and downs and so is showjumping. In Erynn Ballard‘s case, the Canadian had a very incosistent year according to her own standards and statement after winning the $74,200 CabanaCoast Winning Round CSI 5* with Narcotique […]

Erynn Ballard Back on Top in the $74,200 CabanaCoast Winning Round CSI 5*

Thermal, California, USA – December 10, 2022 – Erynn Ballard (CAN) feels like she’s had an off year, but she capped it off with a major win in the desert to feel back on top of the world. In the $74,200 Cabana Coast Winning Round CSI 5* last […]

FEI Introduces More Flexibility to Maternity Leave Provision in Ranking Rules

Lausanne, Switzerland – December 08, 2022 – The FEI has made changes to the existing rules regarding maternity leave in order to introduce further flexibility and give athletes the option of adapting the duration of their maternity leave to their individual situation. The decision was taken by the […]

The Curtains Close for Clooney at the CHI of Geneva

Geneva, Switzerland – December 13, 2022 – There was some superb sporting entertainment on the programme Sunday afternoon at the CHI of Geneva, but before it got under way, there was emotional interlude, with the stunning grey coming out for a special retirement ceremony. As the gelding made […]

Suus Kuyten Creates Christmas Atmosphere for Second Auction

Anyone who has not caught the Christmas mood in two weeks’ time, should not miss the Christmas auction from Suus Kuyten. For the second time this year the Grand Prix rider organizes her own auction. “The first edition in September was great and the horses sold are doing […]

Questions & Answers with Gérard Lachat: Course Designer for the CHI of Geneva

In your opinion, what makes CHI Geneva such a special competition? The particular layout of the event makes CHI Geneva special; everything is under the same roof, which makes the riders’ accessibility easier. The show jumpers do not have to go outside, and they have easy access to […]

Simon Delestre & Iniesta are the Stars in Prix Swiss Wine Genève CSI 5*

Geneva, Switzerland – December 08, 2022 – Thursday afternoon at the 2022 CHI of Geneva began with French rider Simon Delestre (FRA) partnering Iniesta V to victory in the Prix Swiss Wine Genève CSI 5*, a Table A against-the-clock event in two sections.  Delestre and the 2013 bay Dutch Warmblood / Royal […]

Last Chance in 2022 to Purchase Future Talent at Paardenveilingonline.com

The collection of the seventh and final auction of 2022 of Paardenveilingonline is on the site and it promises to be another beautiful auction with a lot of potential for the future. 4 young, talented and well-bred jumping horses adorn the collection. Start auction: Wednesday December 7thThe auction […]

Rolex Grand Slam Rider Watch: Favorites to Steal the Spotlight at Geneva

Geneva, Switzerland – December 07, 2022 – After his sensational win at in the CP ‘International’, Presented by Rolex at The CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament, Germany’s Daniel Deusser (GER) will be looking to continue his impressive form in the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Majors, having won two […]

François-Xavier Boudant is the Best in the €25,500 Hubside Store Grand Prix CSI 2*

Valence, France – December 04, 2022 – At the end of a nine-pair jump-off, the Frenchman François-Xavier Boudant won the reins of his eight-year-old mare, Eloge de La Tour (Balou du Rouet x Shogoun II). Signing a perfect jump-off in 39.73, he beat two others French riders, Nicolas […]

Riders & Horses for the CHI of Geneva this Week!

Geneva, Switzerland – December 06, 2022 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the fourth and final jewel of the Rolex Grand Slam this week at the 2022 edition of the CHI of Geneva. One of the highlights of the year, the prestigious event once again features the very […]

Martin Fuch’s Clooney to Bid Farewell at the CHI of Geneva this Week

Geneva, Switzerland – He has been on the world’s most beautiful arenas, but he has been missing a final goodbye. Clooney, who has one of the most impressive list of awards of the past decade, will say goodbye at the CHI Geneva on Sunday, December 11, before the […]

Victor Bettendorf & Simolo de La Roque Z Soar to First in €51,950 Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort Grand Prix CSI 3*

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain – December 04, 2022 – The second week of Autumn MET III 2022 in Oliva Nova, Spain, came to a close on Sunday with the €51,950 Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort Grand Prix CSI 3*. With 60 horse-and-rider-combinations at start, the first-round track […]

Olivier Perreau Prevails in €100,000 Hubside Store Grand Prix CSI 3*

Valence, France – December 04, 2022 – This Sunday, December 4th marked the last day of competition for the 2022 Hubside Jumping and with it the coronation of the last champions of this vintage. In the riding school of the Haras des Grillons, in Ratières, where the atmosphere […]

Gregory Cottard & Cocaine du Val Victorious in the €26,500 Marqués de Riscal Trophy CSI 5*-W

La Coruña, Spain – December 02, 2022 – The €26,500 Marqués de Riscal Trophy CSI 5*-W saw an opening field of 54 elite contenders, 18 of which managed to leave the arena on a clear score. And the Frenchman Grégory Cottard (FRA) was the fastest, with his mare […]

Wilm Vermeir Victorious in €25,500 Celside Jump-off Challenge CSI 3* at Valence

Valence, France – December 02, 2022 – On Friday, the Haras des Grillons de Ratières (Drôme) hosted three competitions that counted for the Longines FEI world ranking and was contested by several of the best riders in the world. Belgian fans were not disappointed as two of their top combinations […]

Riders & Horses for the Hubside Jumping – Valence CSI 3*

Valence, France – November 30, 2022 – After a stellar first week of competition at the 2022 Winter Edition of the Hubside Jumping Valence CSI 3* & CSI 2*, top sport is back on there once again attracting some of the biggest names of the sport, highlighted by […]

Meet the Next Generation: Questions & Answers with Thibaut Keller

What are your plans, dreams and ambitions for 2023? My ambition and plan for 2023 is to achieve a podium during the European Championships at Riesenbeck International in September. What has been the proudest moment of your career so far? The proudest moment of my career so far […]

Eden Leprevost Lights Up to Victory in €25,500 Sotheby’s International Realty Grand Prix CSI 2*

Rouen, France – November 27, 2022 – Eden Leprévost Blinlebreton (FRA) and Toulon de L’O Z triumphed in the €25,500 Sotheby’s International Realty Grand Prix of Rouen CSI 2* on Sunday during the 2022 edition of EquiSeine CSI 4* & CSI 2*. The feature CSI 2* class of […]

Bryan Balsiger is the Best in the €25,500 Hubside Store Grand Prix CSI 2* at Valence

Valence, France – November 27, 2022 – Bryan Balsiger (SUI) was back on top of the podium as the best in the €25,500 Hubside Store Grand Prix CSI 2*, presented by Indexia on Sunday during the first week of the 2022 Winter Edition at the Hubside Jumping Valence […]

Epaillard & Caracole in Perfect Form to Win Longines FEI Jumping World Cup of Madrid CSI 5*-W

Madrid, Spain – November 27, 2022 – Madrid is a happy hunting ground for Julien Epaillard (FRA). The French rider came out on top in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cupâ„¢ Western European League qualifier twelve months ago with Billabong du Roumois, and today he did it all […]

Victor Bettendorf & Astuce de La Roque Shine in €30,750 Grand Prix of Oliva Nova CSI 2*

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain – November 27, 2022 – The first week of the 2022 Autumn MET III in Oliva Nova, Spain, came to an end on Sunday with the €30,750 Grand Prix CSI 2*, presented by Dammann Reitplatz- u. Sportplatzbau GmbH.  The course in the first round […]

Pénélope Leprévost & Texas Triumph in €25,950 Prix Carno Avocats CSI 4* at Rouen

Rouen, France – November 24, 2022 – Pénélope Leprévost (FRA) got off to a great start on Thursday at the 2022 edition of Equiseine CSI 4* & CSI 2* by claiming victory in the €25,950 Prix Carno Avocats CSI 4* . Once again, the oustanding French rider teamed up […]

Oliver Perreau Powers to Win €26,000 Hubside Two-Phase Challenge CSI 3*

Valence, France – November 24, 2022 – Olivier Perreau (FRA) and GL Events Dolce Deceuninck were back on top of the podium on Thursday during the winter edition of the Hubside Jumping Valence CSI 3* & CSI 2*, showing power and precision to win the €26,000 Hubside Two-Phase […]

Alexa Ferrer & Arka de La Hart Z are the Aces of the €51,800 CHG Grand Prix CSI 3* at Oliva Nova

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain – November 06, 2022 – The second week of the Autumn MET II 2022 in Oliva Nova, Spain, ended in glorious sunshine and with a French victory in the CSI3* 1.50m Grand Prix presented by CHG – Construcciones Hispano Germanas S.A â€“ with Alexa Ferrer (FRA) […]

Julien Epaillard Supreme Again in €25,590 Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort Trophy CSI 3*

Oliva Nova, Spain – November 05, 2022 – Julien Epaillard (FRA) has been the most consistent rider in the world so far this year and the third-ranked rider in the world was on top form again on Saturday at the Mediterranean Equestrian Tour CSI 3*. He teamed up […]

Ali Ramsay Races to Victory on Opening Night at The Royal Horse Show in Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada – November 04, 2022 – Ali Ramsay of Victoria, British Columbia, (CAN), opened the Royal Horse Show, held as part of the 100th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, by winning phase one of the $125,000 Henry Equestrian Canadian Show Jumping Championship on Friday, November 4, in […]

Simon Delestre & Dexter Fontenis Z Soar to the Top in €51,300 Kask Jump-off Challenge CSI 5*-W

Verona, Italy – November 04, 2022 – Simon Delestre (FRA), the Frenchman ranked number seven in the world, set the crowd alight at Jumping Verona 2022 this evening with a brilliant win with Dexter Fontenis Z in the €51,300 Kask Jump-off Challenge CSI 5*-W. A total of 14 […]

Julien Anquetin & Cesus de Fougnard Fly to First in €25,500 Banca Passadore Speed Challenge CSI 5*-W

Verona, Italy – November 04, 2022 – It was the French national anthem that rang out at the end of the second competition on the opening day of the 2022 edition of the Jumping Verona CSI 5*-W this afternoon when Julien Anquetin (FRA) and the 10-year-old bay Selle […]

Reynald Angot & Untouchable Gips HDC Claim Top Honors in €25,500 Prix Sommer CSI 5*-W at Lyon

Lyon, France – October 30, 2022 – To the delight of french showjumping fans and spectators present, France continued to dominate on home soil as Reynald Angot (FRA) and Untouchable Gips HDC raced towards victory on the final day of the Longines Equita Lyon CSI 5*-W & CSI […]