After being ridden by Guillaume Foutrier the nine year old Zangerheide bred gelding Spike vd Withoeve moved to the stables of Gregory Wathelet. The new duo already made their first appearance during Hickstead, they produced clear rounds in the main course. The Sting vd Withoeve son got a good education for the highest level with Foutrier, they recently placed fifth in the 1.60m Grand Prix of Geesteren.