Tag: Equestrian

Pilar Lucrecia Cordon Powers Past the Competition in Speed Challenge CSI 2* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 10, 2024 – Spain’s Pilar Lucrecia Cordon (ESP) was the fastest in the Speed Challenge CSI 2* just like the previous day. Out of 36 combinations, 21 managed to stay clear. The 51-year-old rider who is based in Wolvertem, Belgium with her horses […]

Robert Murphy’s Marvelous Performance Tops Speed Challenge in Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 10, 2024 – The sun was shining for day two of the Summer Festival 3 – Longines Global Future Champions in Valkenswaard. An impressive lineup of 29 riders took to the expansive grass arena to battle it out for top honors in the […]

Tiffany Foster Flies to First in the Heavy Metal Equipment CSI 3* at Thunderbird Show Park

Langley, British Columbia, Canada – August 09, 2024 – Tiffany Foster (CAN) did not get to be the no. 1 ranked female rider in the world by resting on her laurels. But even by equestrian standards, her work ethic borders on super human. The three-time Canadian Olympian arrived in Langley on […]

Hunter Holloway & Kalina N Cruise to First in the $32,000 Alltech Welcome Stake CSI 3*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 09, 2024 – Hunter Holloway (USA) returned to winning ways at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF), presented by B&D Builders, on Friday by riding Kalina N to top the $32,000 Alltech Welcome Stake CSI 3*. After winning a two-star grand prix […]

Blue Ribbon by Eddy Blue! Nothing but the Blues for Darragh Kenny at the Longines Deauville Classic CSI 4*

Deauville, France – August 08, 2024 – The 2024 Longines Deauville Classic got underway on Thursday with the running of the  €29,100 Hermès Sellier Prize CSI 4* at the Pôle international du Cheval Longines – Deauville. Eighty-one combinations took part in the 1.50m speed challenge but it was the […]

Olivier Philippaerts Races to Victory at the Longines Tops International Arena

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 09, 2024 – Competition is in full swing at the Longines Tops International Arena for the Longines Global Future Champions event. The sun came out in Valkenswaard for the CSI 4* Against the Clock 1.50m speed class, as a field of 31 top […]

As Pretty as it Gets! Katie Laurie & Pretty Women’s Beautiful Performances Top the Yeti Challenge CSI 3*

Langley, British Columbia, Canada — August 08, 2024 — When Katie Laurie (AUS) posts about the striking chestnut Pretty Women on Instagram, she includes the hashtag #perfectprincess. They’re not simply sweet words, though. It’s strategy. “If she knows you love her, she tries her heart out,” said Laurie. “She’s […]

Cathleen Driscoll Clocks Another Win, Topping the $32,000 Two-Phase CSI 3* at Traverse City

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 08, 2024 – International competition at the final week of the 2024 Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, presented by B&D Builders, got underway on Thursday afternoon at Flintfields Horse Park. The culmination of six weeks of summer competition was christened by a win from Cathleen […]

Top Riders & Young Talents Set to Compete at Longines Tops International Arena for the Longines Global Future Champions

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 08, 2024  – Competition kicks off tomorrow at the Longines Tops International Arena, and we are thrilled to announce the riders who will be competing this weekend at the Longines Global Future Champions. This event promises an unforgettable weekend of thrilling show jumping competition in a vibrant atmosphere. […]

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

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 08, 2024  – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2024 Longines Tops International Arena with the running of the Longines Future Champions, not only featuring CSI 4* & CSI 2* classes but also the stars of tomorrow of the noble sport. To find the […]

The 2024 RDS Dublin Horse Show is Back next Week!

Dublin, Ireland – August 07, 2024 – The international sporting and social event of the summer, the 2024 RDS Dublin Horse Show launched today (16th July) in Ring 2 of the RDS. The show returns to the grounds of the RDS from August 14th-18th, combining sport, style and socialising […]

Pedigree Story: DSP Chakaria by Adriana van Tillburg

DSP Chakaria The DSP bred mare, DSP Chakaria (Chap I – Askaria 3 x Askari, breeder: Martin Jürgens) produced a sensational performance during her three clear rounds in the CHIO Aachen Rolex Grand Prix. She showed under the saddle of André Thieme (GER) an unbelievable fighting spirit. Powerful […]

Christian Kukuk Conquers Gold in the Individual Jumping Final at the Olympic Games!

Versailles, France – August 06, 2024 – With the only double-clear performance on the final day of equestrian sport at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games equestrian venue in Versailles (FRA) today, Germany’s Christian Kukuk (GER) definitively claimed the Individual Jumping title with Checker 47, while Switzerland’s Steve Guerdat (SUI) […]

Richie Moloney & Ermes di Tai Thrive in the $75,000 Grand Prix of Traverse City CSI 2*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – August 03, 2024 – After two FEI classes earlier in the week, Richie Moloney (IRL) had come close to a podium finish, even finishing fourth in the $32,000 Speed Challenge CSI 2* and he did not only make it to the podium this time […]

Fantastic Flying Frenchman Julien Épaillard & Dubai du Cedre Claim Pole Position after Individual Qualifier at the Olympic Games

Versailles, France â€“ August 05, 2024 – French speed king Julien Epaillard (FRA) and his queen Dubai du Cedre clinched the coveted last-to-go spot in tomorrow’s Individual Jumping Final with the quickest clear round in today’s qualifying competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Versailles (FRA). From a […]

Amanda Derbyshire Dashes for the Cash in the $32,000 Speed Challenge CSI 2* at Traverse City

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – July 31, 2024 – Amanda Derbyshire (GBR) and Otto BH got off to the perfect start last Wednesday at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF). The dynamic duo dashed for the cash, the lion’s share of the $32,000 Speed Challenge CSI 2* at […]

Sharn Wordley & Hagelin Go Two-for-Two with the Win in the $75,000 R+L Carriers Grand Prix

Ocala, Florida, USA – August 03, 2024 – The $75,000 R+L Carriers Grand Prix was the highlight of the penultimate week of the 2024 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Thirteen countries were represented in the field of 34 horse-and-rider combinations, but it was New Zealand’s Sharn Wordley […]

Kristen Vanderveen & Bull Run’s Jireh Jump to Pinnacle Position in the $116,050 Purina Animal Nutrition Grand Prix CSI 3*

Saugerties, New York, USA – August 03, 2024 – Fast-paced show jumping action came to a head on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Hits Hudson Valley in Saugerties, New York, as top-tier competitors put on the finishing touches and prepared to tackle the first-round track of the $116,050 […]

Lorcan Gallagher & Copycat Lead the Way in the $50,000 Kentucky Summer Grand Prix at Lexington

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – August 3, 2024 – Lorcan Gallagher (IRL) and Copycat topped the leaderboard on Saturday night under the lights as show jumping action at the Kentucky Horse Park concluded with the $50,000 Kentucky Summer Grand Prix during the Kentucky Summer Classic. It was a head-to-head […]

Sharn Wordley Continues His Winning Ways in the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix

Ocala, Florida – August 01, 2024 – The penultimate week of the 2024 Summer Series saw an impressive turnout of 38 horse-and-rider combinations for the highlight event of the day, the $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. Sharn Wordley (NZL) continued his winning ways, securing both first place with Hagelin […]

Kalvin Dobbs & Callagan Cruise to Victory in the $25,000 Kentucky Summer Classic

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – August 02, 2024 – A field of top athletes gathered at the Rolex Stadium on Friday morning to compete in the $25,000 Kentucky Summer Classic, part of the Kentucky Summer Horse Show Series presented by Rood and Riddle at the Kentucky Horse Park. Following […]

One-Two Finish as Katie Dinan Dominates the $40,000 Go Rentals Winning Round CSI 3*

Saugerties, New York, USA – August 02, 2024 – While the morning of Friday started with the U.S. Jumping Team clinching the silver medal at the Olympic Games in Paris, France, previously shortlisted U.S. athlete Katie Dinan (USA) was achieving success on the international show jumping stage at […]

Brilliant British Gallop for Gold in Team Final at the Olympics!

Versailles, France – August 02, 2024 – Great Britain claimed Jumping team gold in fine style today at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Versailles (FRA) with spectacular performances from Ben Maher (GBR) & Dallas Vegas Batilly, Harry Charles (GBR) & Romeo 88 and Scott Brash (GBR) & Jefferson. […]

Flanders Foal Auction Features Olympic Selection

With the Olympic Games in mind, Flanders Foal Auction has curated a collection with an Olympic flair for its upcoming auction on Saturday, August 10. Several foals have connections to showjumping horses competing in Paris, mostly through their sires, but there are also ties on the dam’s side. […]

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

Versailles, France – August 02, 2024 – The team competition at the 2024 Olympic Games is over but there are a few important FEI-level events in Europe and the United States taking place throughout the weekend. Moreover, the individual final starts next Monday and the Olympic Champion will […]

Sofia Cady & Deleyn Dash for More Cash in the $31,020 Jumper Classic CSI 3* at Saugerties

Saugerties, New York, USA – August 01, 2024 – International show jumping action kicked off with the $31,020 Jumper Classic CSI 3*, in which Sofia Cady (USA) claimed the first victory of the week aboard her longtime partner Deleyn. The opening class featured an intricate track set by […]

Foot-Perfect Germans Top Thrilling Team Qualifier at the Olympics

Versailles, France â€“ August 01, 2024 – Team Germany cruised to the top of the team standings without a blemish on their scoresheet to book the coveted last-to-go spot on tomorrow’s startlist for the Jumping Team Final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Versailles (FRA) today. Superb clear rounds […]

US Equestrian Announces Pre-Competition Change for U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Prior to Start of Team Competition Today

Versailles, France – August 01, 2024 – US Equestrian has announced a pre-competition change prior to the start of team competition for the U.S. Olympic Jumping Team today at Versailles. Kent Farrington and Greya will be replaced by Karl Cook and Caracole de la Roque for today’s Team Qualifier competition, which begins at 11:00 a.m. GMT+2/5:00 a.m. […]

It’s Showtime for Showjumping! Riders & Horses Prepare to Step under the Spotlight at Versailles

Versailles, France – July 31, 2024 – It’s time for the Jumping horses to shine at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and early this morning 80 of the best in the world – including reserves/alternates – trotted up before members of the Ground Jury and Veterinary Panel at […]

Beating the Heat in Versailles: FEI Implements Climate Mitigation Protocols

Versailles, France – July 31, 2024 – Olympic Equestrian Dressage competitions got underway today with comprehensive heat and humidity protocols put in place by the FEI in response to rising temperatures, in Versailles. “While we strive for all equestrian events to take place in optimal climatic conditions, it is […]