All three of his children are now prominent figures on the international equestrian stage. At the heart of this powerhouse family is 57-year-old Leon Thijssen and his partner Dorien. Together,...
HRH Princess Haya, who served as FEI President from 2006 to 2014 and is currently the organisation’s Honorary President, has been awarded the Order of Merit, the FEI’s highest distinction. The...
Only one week to go until the doors of the Nekkerhal in Mechelen open for five days of equestrian sports. For the showjumpers, Bart Vonck is once again on hand...
The latest edition of the Paarden Gazet takes a closer look at the International Jumping Riders Club (IJRC) general assembly in Geneva. Led by the reconfirmed president François Mathy Jr.,...
Last weekend, Leon Brutsaert made his CSI5* debut in Geneva. The 21-year-old Belgian immediately caught everyone's eye! "Geneva was truly a unique experience," Brutsaert says. "In my opinion, it’s the...
“It’s probably a good thing horses can’t talk,” Rob Ehrens sighs. “But we must learn to listen.” In a world where data, results, and ranking points often seem more important...
The International Federation (FEI) has published the qualification system for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles on its website. This release follows approval during the General Assembly in Hong...
The Rolex Grand Prix at CHI Geneva 2025 provided a thrilling climax to the 64th edition of this iconic show, with 40 of the world’s top riders from 12 nations contesting...
The Rolex Grand Prix of Geneva delivered top-class sport in Geneva, with Kent Farrington ultimately jumping to his third ever Rolex Grand Slam Grand Prix victory. "You can safely call...
On Friday evening, Geneva’s Palexpo arena hosted the 24th edition of the Rolex IJRC Top 10 Final, one of the undisputed highlights of CHI Geneva and international show jumping. Reserved...
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