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Home Hero Henrik von Eckermann: "“Dzara is in great form and today she was perfect!"

The first day of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Stockholm saw world number one Henrik von Eckermann set the stage for an electrifying weekend of world-class equestrian sport. Making...

Koen Vereecke take the top honours in the CSI5* Longines Grand Prix of Sopot

A very impressive performance by Koen Vereecke in the Longines Grand Prix of Sopot, Poland led to victory for the Belgian rider. Vereecke was one of the only two (!)...

Vice president IJRC explains high welfare standards in show jumping to European Parliament: "happy wife, happy life is also valid with the horse.”

François Mathy JR, vice-president of the IJRC, recently had the honour of addressing the European Parliament’s Horse Group - and took the opportunity  to emphasise the bond  between horse and rider...

Michael Pender impresses in Sopot

The first day of the CSIO5* in Sopot, Poland concluded with a 1.50m class, directly on time. In this class, counting for Longines Ranking points, it was Ireland's Michael Pender...

Von Eckermann's and Tovek's former Castello 194 to retire from the sport

The now 15 years old gelding, Castello 194 (v. Cristallo I) is to enjoy his retirement. After giving many successes to Henrik von Eckermann, Evelina Tovek and at last to...

Explosion W back home after soft tissue injury in La Baule

Late last week, Explosion W (by Chacco-Blue) made an unfortunate landing after the water jump at La Baule, after which he left the track limping. It's now said to be...

NXTGEN: Robin Vermeir. "I hope to continue to defend my country"

Robin Vermeir is well known as the daughter of Wilm Vermeir, but at her young age she has already created an impressive record of her own. Robin is only twelve...

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Local Legends take the lead at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Stockholm

Nearly halfway through the dramatic 2023 season, the Longines Global Champions Tour leaves the French Riviera and heads to the capital of Sweden, Stockholm for the 7th powerful city on...

Summer Equestrian Cup: Four days of great sports in a vibrating lifestyle atmosphere

The Summer Equestrian Cup is getting closer. From July 20 to 23, the luxurious Sea Coast Stables opens its doors and welcomes not only the top of the sport but...

Jos Lansink announces teams for CHIO Rotterdam and Aachen: "Looking forward to amazing sport..."

Dutch teamchef, Jos Lansink has announced his team for the CHIO in Rotterdam (21-25 June) and the CHIO in Aachen, one week later. "Of course Rotterdam is one of my...