Tag: Royal Dutch Sport Horse

Conor Swail & Manuel Gonzalez Dufrane Share the Win in the $62,500 WCD West Canadian Cup CSI 5*

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada —June 30, 2024 — In an exrtraordinary course of events on Sunday during the Pan-American Tournament CSI 5* at Spruce Meadows, the $62,500 West Canadian Cup, presented by WCD ended in a tie between Mexico’s Manuel Gonzalez Dufrane (MEX) with Martialis, and Ireland’s […]

Matthew Sampson & Daniel Make it a Great Day Winning the $339,460 Pan-American Cup CSI 5*

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Canada — June 30, 2024  — Matthew Sampson (GBR) and Daniel ruled the day for Great Britain, taking the 1.60m $339,460 Pan-American Cup CSI 5*, presented by Rolex. There were tears of joy ringside as Sampson, from Sheffield, hailed the 16-year-old Dutch Warmblood stallion Daniel […]

Marc Houtzager Victorious in the €300,100 Grand Prix of Rotterdam CSIO 5*

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – June 23, 2024 â€“  We close off the 75th CHIO Rotterdam with another win for Dutch: Marc Houtzager (NED) was untouchable in the jump-off of the Grand Prix of Rotterdam this Sunday afternoon. With 36.07 seconds, he stayed just ahead of Germany’s Christian Kukuk (GER), […]

William Fletcher Flies for the Win in the Hickstead Master’s Trophy CSI 4*

Hickstead, England – June 20, 2024  – It was a busy day on Saturday at Hickstead – The All England Jumping Course. William Fletcher (GBR) enjoyed his first Hickstead International Arena win, beating 56 rivals to claim top honors in the €28,360 Hickstead Master’s Trophy with the 11-year-old grey […]

Three Riders Share the Agria Derby Trial Honors at Hickstead

Hickstead, England – June 21, 2024  – Last year’s Agria Derby Trial winners Robert Whitaker (GBR) and Carlos Ribas (BRA) once again shared the honours in today’s class – and they were joined by 2022 winner William Funnell in a three-way split for first place. Theirs were the only […]

Incredible Lives Up to His Name Propelling Daniel Coyle to Victory at Rotterdam

Rotterdam, The Netherlands — June 20, 2024 — Daniel Coyle has won the €30,000 Port of Rotterdam Prize CSIO 5*. The Irish, a former winner of the Grand Prix of Rotterdam, gave it his all to secure victory in Thursday’s final competition. Coyle, winner of the 2022 Grand […]

Artisan Farms & Tiffany Foster’s Brighton Retires from the Sport

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 […]

Alex Granato & Helios vd Nosahoeve Double Down to Win the $182,000 Southern Arches Grand Prix CSI 4*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – June 16, 2024 – After walking out of the Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel International Ring as winner of the $182,000 Southern Arches Grand Prix CSI 4* on Sunday, Alex Granato (USA) could be heard saying, “That was so good, I might just […]

Daniel Coyle & Farrel Fly to First in the Apex Cup CSI 5* at Spruce Meadows

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta — June 15, 2024 — Besides the RBC Grand Prix CSI 5*, another thrilling class provided much excitement on Saturday at Spruce Meadows. In the end, Daniel Coyle (IRL) and Farrel flew to first in Saturday’s 1.45-1.50m Apex Cup CSI 5*, presented by Brookfield Residential. […]

Alex Granato & Helios vd Nosahoeve Turn on the Fire to Win the $63,000 Welcome Stake CSI 4*

Traverse City, Michigan, USA – June 14, 2024 – A clear blue sky and mild Michigan weather set the stage at Flintfields Horse Park on Friday afternoon for the $63,000 Traverse City Horse Shows Welcome Stake CSI 4*, a highlight of the second week at the Spring Series, […]

Czech Him Out! Vaclav’s Maiden Victory Comes in the $339,460 Duncan Ross Grand Prix CSI 5*

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Canada — June 09, 2024 — A young buck from the Czech Republic made history today, becoming the first rider from his country to win a 5* event at Spruce Meadows. It was also the first-ever 5* win for 29-year-old Vaclav Stanek (CZE), with Quintin, who […]

Conor Swail Makes the Mission Possible at Spruce Meadows!

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada – June 06, 2024 – Ireland’s Conor Swail (IRL) took first place in the 1.45m $7,500 Mission:Possible CSI 5* – 1.45m CSI 5*, the first of our two CSI 5* competitions on the All Canada Ring on Thursday, after beating a whopping 95 […]

Chawke “Chalks Up” Third Win of the Week at Thunderbird Show Park

Langley, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada – June 01, 2024 – James Chawke (IRL) admits, he doesn’t know so much about Liaraldra. He learned Sunday that the 8-year-old Royal Dutch Sport Horse – Dutch Warmblood (KWPN) mare can most definitely win. One of the last to jump in the Tbird […]

William Martin’s Maiden Win Comes in the $62,500 FOBI Qualifier CSI 4*

Langley, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada — May 31, 2024 — The jump-off of the $62,500 FOBI Qualifier CSI 4* Friday at Thunderbird Show Park was a who’s who of elite show jumping talent. Among the 10 athletes to advance to Colm Quinn‘s (IRL) shortened track in the Thunderbird Arena […]

Derin Demirsoy Shines in the Lugano Diamonds Trophy CSI 5* at St. Tropez

St. Tropez, France – May 30, 2024 – On an unforgettable opening day of the Longines Global Champions Tour of St. Tropez, Ramatuelle in 2024, high-level sport once again paired with the glamorous hospitality and vibrant atmosphere of the French Riviera, setting the stage for a perfect weekend […]

Jordan Coyle & Jorisca Jump to Top in the $75,000 John Deere Grand Prix at Hits Saugerties

Saugerties, New York, USA – May 25, 2024 – During the penultimate day of competition on May 25 for the first week of the Hits-on-The-Hudson series, the atmosphere buzzed with excitement as spectators and exhibitors alike prepared for the first Saturday grand prix. After a successful start to the […]

Nayel Nassar Makes the Right Call in the Winning Round CSI 5* at Thunderbird Show Park

Langley, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada – May 26, 2024 – As Nayel Nassar (EGY) readied for the winner’s round of the Winning Round CSI 5*- 1.50m with Ivory TCS, he weighed his options. There were two plays: Take the spookier route inside to the ATCO oxer two fences […]

Emanuele Gaudiano & Jaja Jump towards Victory in the Loro Piana Six-Bar Challenge

Rome, Italy – May 25, 2024 – The home crowd had plenty to cheer about when their own Emanuele Gaudiano (ITA) jumped four spectacular clear rounds with the 10-year-old gelding Jaja to win the €20,000 Loro Piana Six-Bar Challenge CSIO 5* competition at the CSIO 5* of Rome – Master d’Inzeo at Piazza […]

Willem Greve & Grandorado TN Go for the Gold in the €110,000 Loro Piana Trophy CSIO 5*

Rome, Italy – May 25, 2024 – Dutchman Willem Greve (NED) and the 13-year-old stallion Grandorado TN NOP gave a demonstration of pure class to win this afternoon’s €110,000 Loro Piana Trophy CSIO 5* at the CSIO 5* of Rome – Master d’Inzeo 2024 at Piazza di Siena. It took some jumping to […]

Emanuele Gaudiano & Jaja Leave the Competition in the Dust at the CSIO 5* of Rome

Rome, Italy – May 24, 2024 – Italian stalwart, 36-year-old Emanuele Gaudiano (ITA) scorched to victory in the Telepass Accumulator CSIO 5* to get the second day of competition off to the perfect start for the host nation at the CSIO 5* of Rome – Master d’Inzeo 2024 at Piazza di Siena this […]

Sophie Hinners & Kanturo BH Conquer the ¡Hola! Trophy CSI 5* at Madrid

Madrid, Spain – May 19, 2024 – Victory went to Germany in the penultimate class at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Madrid CSI 5*. Sophie Hinners (GER) gave a masterclass in the expansive grass arena, taking the top spot. Sophie Hinners made it look easy aboard Kanturo […]

Conor Swail & Gamble Take Risks to Conquer $38,700 Two-Phase Challenge CSI 4* at Old Salem Farm

North Salem, New York, USA – May 16, 2024 – Course designer Alan Wade (IRL) set a winding 15-effort track in Thursday’s $38,700 Two-Phase Challenge CSI 4* at the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, which saw 76 entries representing nine countries vie for top honors. Just ninth to go in the […]

Hero Propels Erynn Ballard to Sucess at the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Show CSI 3*

North Salem, New York, USA – May 10, 2024 – After just making the 74-second time allowed to post the slowest initial round in  $40,000 Evergate Stables New York Welcome Stake, Erynn Ballard (CAN) flew through the timers for the fastest jump-off in Friday’s featured class at the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, clinching […]

Alex Granato & Helios VD Nosahoeve “Set the Stage on Fire” at the Kentucky Spring Horse Show CSI 3*

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – May 09, 2024 – FEI show jumping action took center stage on Thursday evening during the Kentucky Spring Horse Show as 40 horse and rider combinations gathered at the Rolex Stadium to vie for the winning prize in the $62,500 Spring Classic CSI 3*. At […]

Martin Fuchs Retains the Rolex Grand Prix Crown at the Royal Windsor Horse Show

Windsor, England – May 05, 2024 – The 2024 Royal Windsor Horse Show today drew to a close after an incredible five days of top class equestrian action. The pinnacle Jumping competition of the Show, the €500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*, was won by Switzerland’s Martin Fuchs […]

Pedigree Story of Highway TN N.O.P by Adriana Van Tilburg

Amsterdam, The Netherlands – April 24, 2024 – Highway TN N.O.P is the result of generations of planning. Breeder Peter Verdellen started the Highway TN N.O.P chapter almost forty years ago, and in those forty years he has bred four generations. With each generation he has added something […]

Pieter Clemens & Emmerton Excel in the €106,000 Stephex Horsetrucks Grand Prix CSI 4*

Gorla Minore, Italy – April 14, 2024 – Pieter Clemens (BEL) was powered to victory by Emmerton in the €106,000 Stephex Horsetrucks Grand Prix CSI 4* on Sunday at the Equieffe Equestrian Centre. Going head to head against 48 other combinations in the 1.55m challenge, the Belgian was […]

Alexander Butler & Jurry Bleu K’s Knock Out Performance Tops the €57,450 CHG Grand Prix CSI 3*

Oliva Nova, Valencia, Spain – April 14, 2024 – The second week of Spring MET IV 2024 in Oliva Nova, Spain, concluded on Sunday with an Irish victory in the €57,450 Grand Prix CSI 3*, presented by CHG – Construcciones Hispano Germanas S.A as Alexander Butler and Jurry […]

Martin Fuchs & Leone Jei Rise to Stardom in the $330,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSIO 5*

Ocala, Florida, USA – March 21, 2024 – Martin Fuchs (SUI) emerged victorious from a star-studded field to win the $330,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSIO 5* on Thursday, March 21, at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) in Ocala, FL. The best Jumping athletes in the world have converged […]

Irish Luck Reigns on St. Patrick’s Day! Jordan Coyle & Keep Me With You N.C. Top the $24,500 Horseflight Jumper Classic 

Ocala, Florida, USA – March 17, 2024 – One final full day of jumper action kicked off early on Sunday morning as the atmosphere buzzed at Hits Post Time Farm. Jumper competition was fuller and fiercer than ever throughout the winter circuit’s ninth week as athletes flocked in […]