Tag: The Netherlands

Kevin Jochems & Cornetboy Jump towards Victory in Van Schijndel Bouwgroep Prize CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 12, 2022 – The Indoor Derby, the Van Schijndel Bouwgroep Prize, with obstacles up to 1.45m, was spectacular as every year. The victory went to the Dutchman Kevin Jochems (NED) with Cornetboy (Cornet’s Stern x Colander). Well done by Jochems, because he rides […]

Leopold van Asten & VDL Groep Iron Z Light Up in Bliksembeveiliging Prize CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 11, 2022 – The first victory at the Dutch Masters went to Leopold Van Asten who (NED) rode a clear round with VDL Groep Iron Z in a 1m40 in two phases, the NAB Bliksembeveiliging Prize. With a second phase in 25.37 he […]

Pieter Devos Dashes to Win the Audi Prize CSI 5* at the Dutch Masters

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 12, 2022 – Thirty-eight competitors representing 14 nations made up the impressive start list for the 1m50 Audi Prize – the feature class on day two of The Dutch Masters 2022. Show jumping legend, Marcus Ehning (GER) was the first rider to post […]

Live Streaming & Order-of-go in €700,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 13, 2022 –  It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2022 edition of the Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant Horse Show CSI 5* with the running of the first jewel of the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping, the $700,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI […]

Inside the Rolex Grand Slam: 2022 Majors Preview

s’Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – February 02, 2022 – The 2021 show jumping calendar was filled with exceptional entertainment, featuring not only the sport’s most decorated competitors but also welcoming a new generation of future stars who shone brightly at the year’s four Rolex Majors. The Rolex Grand Slam of Show […]

Live Streaming & Order-of-go in the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – September 19, 2021 – It’s Super Sunday and showtime for the best showjumpers onin the world during the 2021 edition of the CHIO Aachen. A total of 40 combinations, representing 15 nations are about to enter the ring in pursuit of glory & gold in […]

London Knights Ride Towards First Win of the Season at Global Champions League of Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 21, 2021 – Olivier Philippaerts (BEL) and mid-season signing Douglas Lindelöw (SWE) kept cool heads under extreme pressure to win their first GCL event of the season in spectacular style. The battle for the 2021 Championship has intensified with Shanghai Swans dramatically closing […]

Marlon Zanotelli & Catalina Supreme in €25,500 Speed Challenge CSI 2* at Tops International Arena

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 17, 2021 – Saturday was a busy day at Tops International Arena and a familiar name shone the brightest. The Big Tour was won brilliantly by Brazilian top rider Marlon Módolo Zanotelli (BRA) with the 14-year-old mare Catalina (Chacco-Blue x Converter). An enthusiastic […]

Abdel Saïd & Arpege du Ru are the Aces in €100,000 Grand Prix CSI 4* at Tops International Arena

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 18, 2021 – In an afternoon of non-stop sporting drama Egyptian star Abdel Saïd (EGY) and Arpege du Ru faced down the heavyweights of show jumping to pull off an extraordinary win in the €100,000 Grand Prix of Valkenswaard CSI 4* at Tops […]

Jessica Springsteen & Hungry Heart “Devour” the Competition in €51,102 Speed Challenge CSI 4* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 17, 2021 – As the sun shone over the expensive grass arena at Tops International Arena it was Jessica Springsteen (USA) and Hungry Heart who took everyone’s breath away with a sensational round to claim top spot on the podium. Beneath bright blue skies, […]

Power, Speed & Precision – Thrilling CSI 4* Action at Tops International Arena this Week!

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 14, 2021 –  This weekend the stars of show jumping are back for three days of thrilling CSI4*, CSI2*, CSI1* and Young Horse action at the spectacular Tops International Arena, Valkenswaard with over 30 nations represented. In final preparation ahead of the Olympics […]

Henrik von Eckermann & Glamour Girl Gallop for Golf in €51,102 Speed Class CSI 5* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 09, 2021 – Henrik von Eckermann (SWE) stormed to a decisive victory with a breathtakingly fast clear round in today’s CSI5* 1.50 speed class partnering with the blistering fast Glamour Girl. Marcus Ehning (GER) was just 0.05s behind on the speedy stallion Stargold while […]

More Female Firepower as Mid-Season Transfers Add More Fuel to Global Champions League Race

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 08, 2021 – Jessica Springsteen (USA) and Malin Baryard-Johnsson (SWE) are among strong female firepower who have been recruited and Eve Jobs (USA) has been signed up for the Paris Panthers team in the GCL mid-season transfer period. Six other squads also bring […]

Update: 2021 Calendar of Events at Tops International Arena

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 11, 2021 – With a fantastic season underway, the next event at Tops International Arena will be the top-level Longines Global Champions Tour & GCL including CSI2*, CSI1* and CSIYH1* classes. With the fourth leg of LGCT and GCL event moving from Cannes to Valkenswaard it […]

Sanne Thijssen & Genasis Gallop to First in €25,400 Grand Prix CSI 2* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 08, 2021 –  Sanne Thijssen (NED) and Genasis galloped to win the €25,400 Grand Prix CSI 2* on Sunday during the Spring Event at Tops International Arena. Nine combinations stayed clear in the first round of the 2* Grand Prix and qualified for […]

Kristen VanderVeen & Bull Run’s Prince of Peace Claim the Crown in $75,000 Tryon Resort Grand Prix

Mill Spring, North Carolina, USA – May 8, 2021 – Kristen VanderVeen (USA) and Bull Run’s Prince of Peace announced their arrival at the Tryon Spring Series with a win in the $75,000 Tryon Resort Grand Prix at Tryon International Equestrian Center and Resort (TIEC), VanderVeen and the […]

Jos Verlooy & Jacobien Dwerse Hagen Jump to First in €51,100 Speed Challenge CSI 4* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 08, 2021 –  Competition at its finest is the best way to describe the second day of the Spring Event at Tops International Arena. Speed and handiness were the main ingredients of Saturday’s competitions. The main class, the 4* 1.50/1.55m against the clock, […]

Marcel Hunze: “I Really Hope that The Dutch Masters Marks the New Beginning, that All other Top Shows Operate this Year”

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – After the heartbreak of having to announce the cancellation of 2020’s edition of The Dutch Masters, as a result of Covid-19, Director Marcel Hunze expresses his relief at this year’s show going ahead; how he believes the Rolex Grand Slam […]

Kent Farrington: “I Truly Love What I Do, I’m Incredibly Passionate about Show Jumping!”

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – American Rolex Testimonee, former Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Live Contender, and the current world number seven-ranked rider, Kent Farrington explains his goals for 2021; his plan for the Rolex Grand Prix at The Dutch Masters; and the positives […]

Alexander Butler & Athene are the Aces in the €25,450 ClipMyHorse TV Grand Prix CSI 2* at Peelbergen

Kronenberg, The Netherlands – April 25, 2021 – Alexander Butler (IRL) and Athene were the “aces” of the week by claiming top honors in the €25,450 ClipMyHorse TV Grand Prix CSI 2* last Sunday at the Equestrian Centre de Peelbergen in Kronenberg, The Netherlands. Riding the 16-year-old bay […]

Laura Kraut: Great Horses for the Rolex Grand Slam & Olympic Dreams

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – Olympic team champion at Beijing 2008, American show jumper Laura Kraut (USA) admits how fortunate she has been to have spent the winter months competing in warmer climes; she explains her Tokyo 2020 ambitions; and gives some insights into her […]

Behind the Stable Door with Super Grooms Sean Lynch & Sean Vard

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 26, 2021 – Sean Lynch, head groom to current world number two-ranked rider from Germany, Daniel Deusser (GER) and Swiss world number three-ranked rider, Martin Fuchs (SUI) head groom, Sean Vard reveal what they love most about their jobs; an insight into the […]

Jack Whitaker & Scenletha Jump to First in €40,000 Audi Prize CSI 5* at The Dutch Masters

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 24, 2021 – Forty one horse and rider combinations from 15 nations made up the start list for the feature class on Day 2 of the 2021 Dutch Masters – the 1m55 Audi Prize. The star-studded line-up – which included former Rolex Grand […]

Lorenzo De Luca & Amarit D’Amour Light Up to Win Agradi Prize CSI 5* at The Dutch Masters

 â€˜s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 24, 2021 – Lorenzo De Luca (ITA) opened the second day of The Dutch Masters with a victory in the Agradi Prize CSI 5* with the 12-year-old Westphalian gelding Amarit d’Amour. Nine combinations managed to get through to the jump-off and it remained […]

Daniel Deusser & Casallvano Claim €59,800 VDL Groep Prize CSI 5* at the Dutch Masters CSI 5*

 ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 23, 2021 – The VDL Groep Prize CSI 5* was the highlight of Day 1 of the 2021 edition of The Dutch Masters, and attracted 41 leading horse and rider partnerships, among them 13 of the world’s top-20-ranked show jumpers, including Swiss world […]

Gregory Wathelet & Faut-Il des 7 Vallons Gallop to Win Roelofsen Horsetrucks Prize CSI 5* at The Dutch Masters

 ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 23, 2021 – The first competition of The Dutch Masters 2021, the Roelofsen Horsetrucks Prijs, a two-stage special, was won by Belgian Gregory Wathelet (BEL). The 40-year-old, who won the ‘major’ at CHIO Aachen in 2017, saddled the 10-year-old SBS stallion Faut-Il des […]

CHIO Rotterdam Rescheduled to Later Date in Summer

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – April 22, 2021 – With the official approval by FEI, KNHS and the City of Rotterdam the CHIO Rotterdam is rescheduled to July 1-4, 2021. Meanwhile, the CHIO Organisation has partnered with Horse & Country for media coverage of the 72nd edition of the international equestrian event, and […]

2021 Edition of the CHIO of Rotterdam to Take Place on New Dates

Rotterdam, Netherlands – April 07, 2021 – The board of CHIO Rotterdam investigates in close cooperation with FEI, the Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation (KNHS), the City of Rotterdam and other stakeholders if the international equestrian event, which was scheduled for June June 24-27, can be rescheduled to July 1-4, 2021.  […]

2021 Edition of Dutch Masters & Rolex Grand Slam Major Confirmed

s’Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – April 02, 2021 –The FEI officially announced on the 30th of March that international equestrian events could resume as from 12 April. This is good news for the organization of The Dutch Masters and now there is definite green light to organize the event […]

Bas Moerings & Fosther Clear Wall at 2.15 Meters to Win the €10,000 Boehringer-Ingelheim Puissance Prize CSI 3*

Driehoek, The Netherlands – August 02, 2019 – There are not many events in the Netherlands where equestrian sports and entertainment are so seamless and that happens during the Jumping de Driehoek – CSI Ommen 3*. The audience was on their tiptoes not to miss anything that happens […]