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Salito daughter Starlight is 'Springstute des Jahres' at Hanoveraner Verband

The Hanoverian mare St.Pr.St. Starlight has been named “Springstute des Jahres 2024,” a prestigious title that highlights her exceptional contribution to breeding. This award, established by the Hanoverian Verband, recognizes...

Conor Swail: "I’m honored to ride amongst the top riders in the sport"

Conor Swail, he Irish rider who competed several times at the CHI in Geneva, is making his debut in the Rolex IJRC Top Ten 2024. Conor, born 26 November 1971,...

Winter is coming! How can you and your horse survive the winter unscathed?

You've probably already noticed: the days are getting shorter, the nights longer, and the temperature barely rises above 10 degrees. That can only mean one thing: winter is coming! Winter...

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In Memoriam: equestrian community mourns Pehr G. Gyllenhammar (1935-2024)

The FEI pays tribute to Pehr Gustaf Gyllenhammar, the legendary Volvo chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who sadly passed away earlier this month at the age of 89.  

Michael Hughes leaves STX Stables, ready for new step in career

Michael Hughes has announced his departure from the Stephex team and is looking forward “to the next chapter".

Superstars, surprises, and millions in prize money: Horse Bytes dives into last week's show jumping

The newest episode of Horse Bytes is here, and it’s packed with highlights from an exhilarating week of five-star show jumping! With over $11 million on the line, the stakes were...

Charlotte Bettendorf suspended for 18 months, results invalidated as of May 2024

Luxembourg rider Charlotte Bettendorf was suspended for 18 months by the Luxembourg Anti-Doping Association (ALAD) on Sept. 18, 2024, although the suspension has nothing to do with doping.

Simon Delestre and Cayman Jolly Jumper back in the international arena

After several months of absence, Cayman Jolly Jumper, Simon Delestre's top horse, is back in competition. Delestre himself enthusiastically announced that his impressive gelding, “in full force and excellent form”...

Acquisition of Wellington International Finalized. "Happy to have Wellington back in a local and long-term ownership group..."

The former majority owners of Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, Mark Bellissimo, Marsha Dammerman, Lisa Lourie, and Roger Smith (“the Partners”), formed a new entity, WI FL Acquisition, LLC (“the...

Sterrehof's Calimero puts his saddle aside

After a brilliant career, Sterrehof's Calimero, Marc Houtzager's 17-year-old top gelding, is bidding farewell to show jumping. For years, the duo formed an indispensable combination on the international show jumping...