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Strengthening the Voice of Equestrian Organizers: An Interview with Irene Verheul

Behind every successful equestrian event lies a massive organizational effort. Organizing in this sport is a complex profession, where the pressure of rising costs, animal welfare, and sustainability continues to...

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Lillie Keenan: “I want to be a better ambassador for the sport”

USA's Lillie Keenan looks back on her impressive year and shares her vision for equestrian sport. “Education will always help, no matter what your passion is,” she says, as she...

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Piergiorgio Bucci: "I'm ready for 2026, I've the best string of horses I've ever had!"

In an open conversation, Italian show jumper Piergiorgio Bucci reveals the depth of his bond with his horses and reflects on a turbulent year. “I love horses before sport and...

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Emilie Conter: "I am surrounded by so much knowledge and experience every day; it’s a massive plus!"

In our Equnews Wrapped, we already put the spotlight on Emilie Conter. Whether 2026 will be able to match the heights of 2025 remains to be seen, but the foundation...

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Nicola Philippaerts: "I enjoy it extremely, but it remains balancing between two worlds; EU and USA..."

Nicola Philippaerts is still beaming following his recent victory at the Indoor Belgian Championship in Mechelen. "This is the first time I’ve won a class here in Mechelen," he shares....

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Marc Van Dijck, The Architect Behind the Rise of Gilles Thomas! "It seems an easy job, but a lot of work is involved!"

A "banner year" is perhaps an understatement for the season Gilles Thomas has enjoyed, culminating in a thunderous finale in Mechelen. With victories and podium finishes in the Global Champions...

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Julien Epaillard: "The Belgian riders are super motivated in Mechelen, this makes it challenging to win!"

On Sunday Julien Epaillard jumped to glory in the 1.50m KBC Prize at Jumping Mechelen. "My horse was just phenomenal," the French showjumper reacts. "Donatello feels great..."

Tim Brennan: "I can watch five-star combinations all day! There's so much to learn..."

In Genèva Tim Brennan impressed in the U25 Grand Prix.  The 20-year-old Irish rider marks 2025 as a breakthrough season for him, with five wins in Longines Ranking classes, team...

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Sentower Park seeks additional investors: "We want to grow significantly; the construction of the new hotel will put us on the map even more!"

Sentower Park is searching for a strategic partner to facilitate further expansion, a move the shareholders have proactively announced. "We have just completed the construction of our permanent stables; now...

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Denise Moriarty, groom to Kent Farrington! "I couldn't live in a world without horses..."

American show jumper Kent Farrington concludes the year as world number one. Including Geneva, Farrington jumped to victory in no fewer than nine CSI5* Grands Prix, accounting for approximately €2.5...

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