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 […]
Rome, Italy – July 17, 2024 – Scuderia 1918 is proud to announce a historic milestone: for the first time ever, an equestrian team will have three horses competing in different disciplines at the Olympics. This unprecedented achievement underscores the exceptional quality and dedication of Scuderia 1918 in the international equestrian […]
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 […]
Šamorín, Slovakia. – June 25, 2024 – The final regional qualifier in the Longines EEF Series took place earlier this month in Samorin, Slovakia. Following their superb performance in Mannheim at the first Region Central qualifier, where they finished in fourth place, the Slovakian team was hoping for […]
Langley, British Columbia, Canada – June 19, 2024 – Earlier this month at Thunderbird Show Park, Tiffany Foster (CAN) announced the retirement of her longtime partner Brighton from international sport. “There will never be another horse like Brighty for me. Anyone who knows him knows how special he […]
Caracole is now the #1 Horse in US and Karl Cook is the #2 Rancho Santa Fe, California, USA – June 17, 2024 – Rider Karl Cook (USA) and Caracole de la Roque (Zandor Z x Kannan GFE x Quick Star) were the top US rider/horse pairs in CSIO […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – June 11, 2024 – The FEI Board has unanimously approved an Equine Welfare Strategy Action Plan and established a dedicated Equine Welfare Fund of CHF 1 million (USD 1’119’000; EUR 1’030’000) to launch the plan. The decision was taken during the Board’s in-person meeting at […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – May 05, 2024 – The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) has agreed a new multi-year partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) that will see major events on the international equestrian circuit screened in 75 markets across Europe and Asia. • Long-term FEI and WBD agreement will […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – April 18, 2024 – It is with great sadness that we announce that the US horse Chromatic BF, ridden by Jill Humphrey, has passed away during the FEI World Cup Final. Chromatic BF had returned to the stables after competition on the evening of […]
Zaventem, Belgium – April 18, 2023 – At the beginning of this week, we held a webinar titled “Protecting horse welfare at home”. In the wake of many recent high-profile cases, alongside the existing findings of the Equine Ethics & Wellbeing Committee, we felt the specific nature of […]
Riesenbeck, Germany – April 09, 2024 – In an unexpected turn of events, Riesenbeck International, powered by Kingsland Equestrian, have announced a change in their lineup due to an injury sustained by Eoin McMahon (IRL). Current world number 14, Richard Vogel (GER) has been recruited to replace Eoin […]
Wellington, Florida – April 06, 2024 – Cian O’Connor (IRL) of Ireland claimed the Overall Leading International Rider Award, presented by Martha W. Jolicoeur of Douglas Elliman together with Michael and Wendy Smith, at the conclusion of the 2024 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) in Wellington, FL. A Leading […]
Could you introduce yourself and tell us what your role is… My name is Alin, and I have worked for Maikel van der Vleuten for almost one year. I started my career 10-years-ago in Germany at Holsteiner Verband. What made you want to pursue a career in horses? […]
We are here at The Dutch Masters, your home show, how special is this venue to you? It is so special to be here at The Dutch Masters. I competed here for the first time last year, and had a good round in the Rolex Grand Prix – […]
‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 07, 2024 – Over the past 22 years, The Dutch Masters has grown into a world-class competition with Frank Kemperman as sport director. However, this era is coming to an end; none other than former Olympic champion Jeroen Dubbeldam (NED) will take over […]
Keysoe International launching the Keysoe Athlete Development Academy Invest in Irish Rider’s Horses. Batterstown, Ireland – February 29, 2024 – Following a remarkable run of form in Florida this season, Ireland’s Cian O’Connor (IRL) is preparing his top horses, Maurice and Fermoy, for possible selection for the Irish show jumping team that […]
Doha, Qatar – February 15, 2024 – Brace yourselves, as the Doha Falcons return to the Global Champions League (GCL) team series after a two-year hiatus! With an electrifying lineup and the support of prestigious sponsors like Al Shaqab, Qatar Equestrian Federation, and Team Qatar, the Falcons are ready to spread their […]
Istanbul, Turkey – February 14, 2024 – With all eyes on the 2024 GCL starting grid, as more owners and managers cement their lineups and strategic acquisitions for the season ahead, the team in orange and grey has heads turning. The Istanbul Warriors powered by Carpe Diem are set for battle in […]
Madrid, Spain – January 21, 2024 – In a crescendo of anticipation, Valkenswaard United have catapulted onto the scene as the latest powerhouse in the GCL team series to announce their 2024 squad. The launch of Valkenswaard United is nothing short of a spectacle with just one single […]
Louisville, Kentucky, USA – January 14, 2024 – US Equestrian congratulates 2023 International Equestrian of the Year McLain Ward and 2023 National Equestrian of the Year John French. Ward and French were nominated as Equestrians of Honor and selected by US Equestrian member voting in December. Both Equestrians of […]
Cesena, Italy – December 18, 2023 – The Iron Dames Equestrian Project is thrilled to announce that two promising young riders are joining the team. Founded with the goal of nurturing young talent and providing elite-level resources, Iron Dames is committed to supporting the growth and development of […]
Mexico City, Mexico – November 26, 2023 – Mexico City’s Colegio de la Vizcainas provided a stunning backdrop for the 2023 edition of the FEI Awards Gala presented by Longines, which celebrated international and home-grown winners across four categories of equestrian excellence. The last award of the evening was presented […]
Each August at the Kentucky Horse Park, Dalman Jump Co. is part of a different kind of Grand Prix. The 2023 Dalman Jump Co. Kid Prix at USEF Pony Finals saw 50 junior riders compete on foot for a chance to win their own Dalman Jump Co. Kid […]
Wellington, Florida, USA – November 26, 2023 – Mexico City’s Colegio de la Vizcainas provided a stunning backdrop for the 2023 edition of the FEI Awards Gala presented by Longines, which celebrated international and home-grown winners across four categories of equestrian excellence. The evening saw Mimi Gochman (USA) take home this year’s Longines […]
Zug, Switzerland – November 24, 2023 – Iron Dames Equestrian, a pioneering initiative in the world of equestrian sports, is delighted to announce the addition of renowned Dutch rider Sanne Thijssen (NED) to its elite women’s team, Cannes Stars powered by Iron Dames. The project was launched in September, as an extension […]
Lausanne, Switzerland – November 22, 2023 – Whilst the sanctions prohibiting international competitions to be held in Russia and Belarus remain in place, the FEI Board has decided to lift protective measures to allow future participation of Russian and Belarusian Athletes, Horses and Officials as neutrals. The conditions […]
Bocholt, Germany – October 28, 2023 – Ashford Farm’s Enda Carroll is expanding the Ashford Group. Together with one of his business partners, the Irish entrepreneur is planning to build a flagship equestrian facility in the Algarve. The new Ashford venture will be a preeminent equestrian facility that […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October – 26, 2023 – Have the Paris Panthers handed the Championship Title to the Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian? Jur Vrieling‘s star horse Long John Silver 3 N.O.P has been sold as announced by SF Equestrian, meaning he is not in Riyadh to help […]
Lanaken, Belgium – September 21, 2023 – Domein Zangersheide has announced that Christian Ahlmann (GER) was forced to pull of competing on home soil this week. The news was confirmed according to the following statement on the Zangersheide website: “Due to a fall earlier this week, Christian Ahlmann […]
Can you please explain your official role and what this entails? I am the course designer here at Spruce Meadows, and I have been working here for over 25 years. To be a good course designer you need to have a lot of experience in the sport, and […]
