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Small adjustments, big impact: Santiago Varela on the LLN's new format and his approach

During the exciting final of the Longines League of Nations in Barcelona, it became apparent how small changes to the course can have a major impact on the outcome of...

Willem Greve: “Is it the job of a Grand Prix rider to train young horses?”

“The real craft, which involves passion and knowledge, is gradually disappearing from the horse world,” Willem Greve sadly observes. More and more riders see it bigger and bigger and aim...

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Katrin Eckermann: “Can you imagine the pain of a horse being taken away from you.”

“I shouldn't have continued after the first fall, but the pressure was intense”. In one of the most powerful episodes yet, the Longines Global Champions Tour is proud to announce the...

Alejandro Azorin, groom of Erynn Ballard: "In my opinion, consistency is the key!"

Eight months ago, Alejandro Azorin began as Erynn Ballard's show groom, a role in which he diligently cares for her horses and accompanies them to all competitions. Before that, he...

CSIO Spruce Meadows 'Masters' Tournament - Rider Watch

The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping returns to the iconic CSIO Spruce Meadows 'Masters' Tournament, the third Major of the calendar year, from 4 – 8 September 2024. The...

André Thieme: "Riders can only achieve great things if they have a very good relationship with their horse – it is all about trust"

In this interview, André Thieme looks back on his victory at the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix at CHIO Aachen, a dream come true. He shares his experiences about the road...

Father and son Danny and Jens Nijs, Stud De Nyze: “Building a breeding farm takes knowledge, time and experience”

The Nijs family is a well-known name in top sport thanks to their breeding. Father Danny and son Jens talk about the history, challenges and successes of their breeding farm....

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Family & Sport: It’s tough but Angelica Augustsson Zanotelli explains how to find the balance

In a new Rising Above presented by Longines, Angelica Augustsson Zanotelli opens up about how she has mastered the art of balancing her passion for the sport with her dedication...

Peter Van der Waaij, Chef d'Equipe of Switzerland: "We don't have a big team, just a very strong one"

On an eventful day at the Brussels Masters, the excitement was palpable at the Nations Cup, one of the highlights of the week. Switzerland lived up to its role of...

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A plea for common sense: Sergio Alvarez Moya: “Keep it simple and leave people with knowledge and skill at the helm”

Sergio Alvarez Moya, the Spanish showjumper and Olympian, shares his insights on the current state of equestrian sports and the influence of governing bodies. In an open conversation, he expresses...

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