Tag: Horses

Giulia Marquet`s Masterful Riding Tops the €55,150 Kep Italia Grand Prix CSIO 3*

Gorla Minore, Italy – April 30, 2023 – Forza squadra azzurra! Giulia Martinengo Marquet (ITA) mastered the competition, giving the host nation the win in the €55,150 Kep Italia Grand Prix CSIO 5* to conclude the first leg of the 2023 Longines EEF Series at the traditional Equieffe […]

Natalie Dean Turns on the Nitro Taking the “High Speed Expressway” to Victory in the Banorte Challenge CSIO 5*

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico – April 29, 2023 – Mexican cities and beaches are the favorite getaways for Americans and the same thing can be said about showjumping events. Enjoying the ambiance and feeding off the energy of excited spectators, another American rider claimed the spotlight on […]

Lorenzo de Luca & Carlson 86 Can’t Be Beaten in the €60,000 Hubside Grand Prix CSI 3*

Grimaud, France – April 30, 2023 – Just over two-tenths of a second! That was difference between the top three combinations in Sunday’s €60,000 Hubside Grand Prix CSI 3* to conclude a week of great sport at the Hubside Jumping de Grimaud. In the end, it was an Italian […]

Déjà Vu! Pénélope Leprévost on Fantastic Mode Again at the Hubside Jumping de Grimaud CSI 3*

Grimaud, France – April 29, 2023 – Déjà Vu! They say that lightning doesn`t strike the same place twice but that`s not true for Pénélope Leprévost (FRA) at the Hubside Jumping de Grimaud – Golfe de Saint Tropez CSI 3* & CSI 2*. After winning the  €26,200 Hubside Jump-off […]

Daniel Bluman & Gemma W Gallop for the Win in $226,000 Kentucky Invitational Grand Prix CSI 3* presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

Lexington, Kentucky, USA — April 29, 2023 — After a day of watching cross-county at the Kentucky Horse Park, the crowds were pumped up and raucous as the show jumpers took their turn in the Rolex Stadium for the $226,000 Kentucky Invitational Grand Prix CSI 3*, presented by Hagyard Equine […]

Five Flawless Flights & Two Wins! Laura Kraut is the Brightest Star at the CSIO 5* of Mexico

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico – April 28, 2023 – A fantastic Friday! Laura Kraut (USA) was the star of the day on Friday at Otomi Club Hípico. Before delivering three clean rounds with Baloutinue, including the winning jump-off performance to help team USA clinch the win in […]

Pénélope Leprévost & GFE Candy de Nantuel Turn on the Nitro to Win at the Hubside Jumping CSI 3*

Grimaud, France – April 28, 2023 – A perfect course and a jump off as quick as a lightening, that`s what it took for the Hubside rider Pénélope Leprévost (FRA) and GFE Candy de Nantuel to win the €26,200 Hubside Jump-off Challenge CSI 3* on Friday during Spring Tour […]

Laura Kraut Leads the USA to Victory in the Longines FEI Nations Cupâ„¢ of Mexico CSIO 5*

San Miguel de Allende — April 28, 2023 — As the second round of the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cupâ„¢ of Mexico CSIO 5* winded down, a large amount of pressure was mounted on Laura Kraut‘s (USA) shoulders. If Kraut, last to go, produced a clear round, the […]

Jad Dana Takes Home the Top Prize in the $38,700 Welcome Speed Cup CSI 3* at the Kentucky Invitational

Lexington, Kentucky, USA — April 28, 2023 — At night when the eventers are at rest, the show jumpers come out to play at the Kentucky Horse Park. On Friday, they enjoyed a speed class to set the stage for the $226,000 Kentucky CSI3* Invitational Grand Prix presented by Hagyard […]

Mexico off to the Perfect Start! Alberto Sanchez-Cozar Rides to Victory in the CSIO 5* at Otomí Club Hípico

San Miguel de Allende – April –  27, 2023 – Being the host nation of the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO 5* this week, Mexico couldn’t have gotten off to a better start on the opening day at Otomí Club Hípico. Alberto Sanchez-Cozar (MEX) and Abril Hilcha Z gave the fervent […]

World’s Top Showjumpers Hoping to Be Crowned Champions at The Royal Windsor Horse Show CSI 5*

London, England April –  27, 2023 – Royal Windsor Horse Show has received a stellar list of international Show Jumping entries for the 2023 edition, taking place from 10–14 May. Leading the way will be last year’s Rolex Grand Prix winner, Gregory Wathelet, who will be hoping to retain his […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cupâ„¢ of Mexico CSIO 5*

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico – April 26, 2023 – It`s showtime for showjumping and the start of the 2023 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cupâ„¢ Series with the running of the 2023 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cupâ„¢ of Mexico CSIO 5* at Otomí Club Hípico, the new and […]

FEI Tech Goes for Gold at FEI Sports Forum

Lausanne, Switzerland – April 25, 2023 – The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) is no stranger to technological innovation, which was recently evidenced by it’s placement on the 2022 sports technology power list, so it was fitting that it showcased no fewer than 10 of its latest innovative digital platforms […]

Top Showjumping Stars Set to Compete in the Kentucky Invitational CSI 3*, presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – April 25, 2023 â€“ Eleven Olympic veterans from four countries highlight the most impressive lineup of riders ever for the $226,000 Kentucky Invitational Grand Prix CSI3 *, presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute hosted at the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrianâ„¢ (LRK3DE). Organized […]

Successful First Day for the 2023 FEI Sports Forum!

Lausanne, Switzerland – April 24, 2023 – The first day of the FEI Sports Forum 2023, which opened yesterday in Lausanne, was one of lively debate and energetic exchanges. FEI President Ingmar De Vos opened the FEI Sports Forum, setting the tone for the day and reiterating the […]

A ‘Good Life for Horses’ Opens First Day of FEI Sports Forum Discussions

Lausanne, Switzerland – April 24, 2023 – The 24 draft recommendations put forward by the Equine Ethics and Wellbeing (EEWB) Commission to ensure a good life for horses in equestrian sport, have received strong support from delegates attending the annual FEI Sports Forum in Lausanne today. The recommendations – which […]

Nicola Pohl Powers Past the Competition in the €55,600 Selleria Equipe Grand Prix CSI 3*

Gorla Minore, Italy – April 23, 2023 – Nicola Pohl (GER) and Catz de Sulpice were the stars that shone the brightest on Sunday at the Equieffe Equestrian Centre as the duo rode away victoriously in the €55,600 Selleria Equipe Grand Prix CSI 3*. Fifty-eight combinations entered the Gibus […]

David Will & My Prins van Dorperheide are the “Kings” of the €330,000 LGCT Grand Prix of Mexico City CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 22, 2023 – With the packed and roaring crowd on their feet, David Will (GER) aboard My Prins van Dorperhide brought home the glory, taking individual honors in the €330,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Mexico City CSI 5*, presented by GNP […]

Roger-Yves Bost & Cassius Clay VDV Z “Win the Fight” in the €100,000 GL Events Grand Prix CSI 4*

Fontainebleau, France – April 23, 2023 – The second Printemps des Sports Equestres ended in a spectacular fashion! The show rounded off in the best possible way for the thousands of spectators who had braved the capricious weather to cheer on the local rider in the competition, Roger-Yves Bost (FRA), […]

John Whitaker Ages Like Fine Wine in France Winning the €52,600 CWD Prix CSI 4* at Fontainebleau

Fontainebleau, France – April 21, 2023 – Rolling back the years, the British rider John Whitaker (GBR), 68 years old, won the main class of the day in the CSI 4* competition, the Prix CWD. Riding his Selle Français Equine America Unick du Francport (Zandor Z x Helios […]

Riesenbeck International Reclaim Lead Winning Global Champions League of Mexico City

Mexico City, Mexico – April 21, 2023 –In what was a celebration of lifestyle, color, and high-end equestrian competition, the third stage of the 2023 GCL team series was set against the backdrop of one of the most vibrant and colorful cities in the world, Mexico City.  Under […]

The Home of Showjumping Now Renamed Longines Tops International Arena

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – April 20, 2023 – Following the long term relationship between Longines and Tops International Arena – the spiritual home of the Longines Global Champions Tour, the popular show jumping venue has been renamed the Longines Tops International Arena. Longines will continue to be the Official […]

Longines Global Champions Tour of Mexico Begins!

Mexico City, Mexico – April 20, 2023 – From April 20 to 23 the best equestrian circuit in the world returns to Mexico, the Longines Global Champions Tour of Mexico presented by GNP Mexico Jumping, which this season will visit 16 exclusive cities around the world. Mexico will […]

Family Feud! Kelli Cruciotti-Vanderveen Wins the Battle of Sisters-in-Law in the $39,000 Perfect Products CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – April 20, 2023 – Family Feud! A very unusual battle between sisters-in-law took place on Thursday during the third week of the Spring Series at Wellington International as Kelli Cruciotti-Vanderveen (USA) and Kristen Vanderveen (USA) battled it out for the win in the $39,000 […]

Unrivaled Quality in April Edition of SLF Auction

Between his preparations for the FEI World Cup Finals, showjumping rider Harrie Smolders (NED) was busy selecting the best up-and-coming talents for the highly anticipated SLF Auction. He hosts the online auction together with his friends and fellow horsemen Walter Lelie and Niels Fabrie. From April 24-26, more […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines Global Champions Tour of Mexico City CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 20, 2023 – The heat is on today in Mexico City, where many of the best riders and horses in the world are ready to prance and dance their way around the ring at Campo de Marte in pursuit of gold & glory. […]

Riders & Horses for the Wellington International CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – April 19, 2023 – The 2023 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) is over but top sport continues at Wellington International with the running of CSI 3* competitions there this week. Kent Farrington (USA), Margie Engle (USA), Conor Swail (IRL), Darragh Kenny (IRL), Ashlee Bond (ISR), […]

Ashlee Bond & Donatello 141 Blaze to the Top in $146,000 Palm Beach County Sports Commission Grand Prix CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – April 23, 2023 – Ashlee Bond (ISR) and her horse, Donatello 141, secured a thrilling win during ESP Spring III at the $146,000 Palm Beach County Sports Commission Grand Prix CSI 3*, impressing the audience with their exceptional performance. Thirty-four combinations readied themselves to contest Oscar […]

Luis Sabino Gonçalves  & Vick du Croisy Triumphant Again at the Wellington International CSI 3*

Wellington, Florida, USA – April 21, 2023 – Ever since taking a trip out to the west coast for a few competitions, Luis Sabino Gonçalves (POR) has made the United States his home because the wins keep coming and have never stopped. After winning the $39,000 FreeJump Grand Prix Qualifier […]

Richard Howley Flies the Highest in the €52,900 CHG Grand Prix CSI 3* at Oliva Nova

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain – April 23, 2023 – The third and final week of the 2023 Spring MET IV in Oliva Nova, Spain, concluded on Sunday with the €52,900 CHG – Construcciones Hispano Germanas Grand Prix CSI 3* and it was Ireland’s Richard Howley (IRL) and his rising […]