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Repeating success in breeding: a myth or a calculated risk?

At international foal auctions, one thing often takes center stage: bloodlines. As soon as a foal appears that is a full brother or sister to a world-class horse, the bids...

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Jos Lansink: “Don’t try to be stronger than your horse, be smarter!”

Former Olympic rider and World Champion Jos Lansink once said: “You should never try to be stronger than your horse, but you must be smarter.”In a recent interview, Lansink explains...

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Gerrit Nieberg: “From the very first moment I knew that Ping Pong is a top horse, and he proves it time and time again!”

Together with Ping Pong Van de Lentamel (Emerald van ’t Ruytershof), Gerrit Nieberg rode to victory last weekend in the LGCT Grand Prix of Riesenbeck. "From the first day I...

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“You always need a plan A, B and C”: Skye Higgin returns to the ring after her pregnancy

Just a few months after the birth of her son, Skye Higgin is already making an impression on the international show jumping circuit again. In Lier, she rode Fly For...

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NEW! Equestrian Insiders: Talks with Nando De Miranda

Behind every ride, every ribbon, and every moment in the saddle lies a story worth sharing. Equestrian Talks is a brand-new series that opens the arena to those stories, told...

David Honnet – groom of Scott Brash: “My favorite moment is late at night, when I am alone with the horses”

This week at Spruce Meadows, you can find David Honnet busy at work in the warm-up arena and the stables. At one of his favorite shows, he plays a key...

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“Working with young horses is an adventure every day”: João Victor Castro Lima on his passion and ambitions

The Brazilian show jumper João Victor Castro Aguiar Gomes De Lima has been based in Belgium for several years and is steadily building his career in international show jumping. During...

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“Finding the perfect match for a client starts with transparancy...": Jens Wawrauschek's successful approach

The current season is proving particularly successful for German show jumper Jens Wawrauschek. With strong performances at major competitions and a consistent vision for horses and training, the 43-year-old rider...

Harry Charles: “Winning is fun, but being part of a horse’s development? That’s truly beautiful!”

This past weekend, British Olympic show jumper Harry Charles competed in Lier (Belgium). “An ideal place to bring on young talents,” he explained. “Moreover, CSI2 and CSI3* competitions are essential...

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Harrie Smolders: "Monaco gets better as he ages ... it's a privilege to compete him!"

After winning the LGCT Grand Prix, Harrie Smolders brought joy to the home crowd on Sunday. "Monaco gets better year after year," Smolders said. "I’m super grateful to have this...