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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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AES Chef d'Equipe, Robbert Ehrens: “Breeding, education and training make for an internationally successful horse.”

From September 26 to 29, the WBFSH Studbook Jumping GCT will be held in Valkenswaard, where 20 studbooks will compete against each other in the WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Trophy.

Kara Chad: "In our sport, it takes a long time to put things together and develop horses to reach their best ability."

In this interview by Rolex Grand Slam, we delve into the world of a top Canadian show jumper who has grown up with the prestigious CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament...

Christian Kukuk: "You have to dare to believe in your system and not change things at a championship."

Recently crowned Olympic Champion in Versailles, Christian Kukuk told of his tactics and mindset at major championships such as the Olympics upon returning home, "You have to trust the system...

Breeder Martin Jürgens on DSP Chakaria: "Incredibly heartwarming to see how everyone stands behind André and Chakaria."

The DSP bred mare, DSP Chakaria (Chap I – Askaria 3 x Askari, breeder: Martin Jürgens) produced a sensational performance during her three clear rounds in the CHIO Aachen Rolex...

Julien Epaillard: "Dubai du Cedre is every day more relaxed and it helped me to have more precision"

French speed king Julien Epaillard and his queen Dubai du Cedre clinched the coveted last-to-go spot in tomorrow’s Individual Jumping Final with the quickest clear round in today’s qualifying competition...