The second FEI Combinations in Jumping Ranking for 2026 has been released, and it’s a stellar month for Great Britain. Topping the leaderboard is the legendary Scott Brash alongside the powerhouse Hello Jefferson (Cooper van de Heffinck x Irco Mena), securing the world number one spot with a total of 610 points.
France’s speed king Julien Epaillard and Donatello d’Auge (Jarnac x Hello Pierville) place as runner-up. After dominating the 2025 season, they remain a formidable threat with 535 points. Third place is a breakthrough for Alexander McLean (GBR) and Calixte Heartbreaker Z (Cicero Z x Heartbreaker). The Weston Lawns Stud-bred mount has propelled McLean into the third spot with 498 points.
The biggest story of the month belongs to Amanda Derbyshire (GBR). Partnered with Cornwall BH (Con Air x Cambridge), Derbyshire made a massive leap from rank 34 all the way into 4th place.
Rounding out the top ten is a diverse international field:
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5th: Kristen Vanderveen (USA) & Bull Run’s Jireh
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6th (Tie): Shane Breen (IRL) & BP Arctic Blue and Joe Stockdale (GBR) & Ebanking
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8th: Kim Emmen (NED) & Imagine N.O.P.
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9th: Marlon Modolo Zanotelli (BRA) & Charly Heart
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10th: Johan-Sebastian Gulliksen (NOR) & Equine America Harwich VDL
About the Ranking
This latest update reflects validated results from the start of the year through February 28, 2026. With four British combinations in the top seven, the UK looks to be the pace-setter as we head further into the spring season.
