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Eduardo Pereira De Menezes and Kontador VDM take CSI5* victory in Wellington!

On Wednesday, the international CSI5* week kicked off with a 1.45m main class. It was Brazil's Eduardo Pereira de Menezes aboard Carlos Hank's Kontador Vdm (breeder: Fam. Bruggeman), who jumped to...

Scott Brash and Hello Jefferson continue winning streak in 1.50m CSI5* opening at Al Shaqab

It was mentioned in the new EQUTALK podcast, a busy international week with four CSI5* competitions on the calendar! In the 1.50m opening class of Doha, Belgian breeding dominated thanks...

New talent for Petronella Andersson!

Jill Verheij (NED) has said goodbye to her trusted 9-year-old mare, All Minka van het Gerendal Z (Agana van het Gerendal Z x Echo van t Spieveld). "After nine years,...

Horses and riders for the CSI5* in Doha!

The upcoming CSI5* in Doha once again promises to bring together an elite field of international show jumpers, confirming the Qatari venue’s status as one of the key winter stops...

Jan Vermeiren: "The most important thing in trade is 'matchmaking', not making money!"

Last week, you read Part 1 of the exclusive interview with the Belgian rider, breeder, organizer, and trader. Jan Vermeiren: "In our sector, the most difficult balancing act is: keeping...

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International Dressage Added to LGCT Vienna!

The international top-level sporting event at Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace will expand with a new discipline in 2026. From September 24 to 27, a full-scale dressage competition will be organised alongside...

Roger-Yves Bost: "Only one thing matters! Respect your horse(s)!"

He is a phenomenon at the highest level, recognizable among thousands for his unique style in the saddle, but above all, he is a horseman pur sang. Roger-Yves Bost celebrates...

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Michael Jung Loses Olympic, World, and European Champion Sam FBW: "Today I Lose a Friend!"

Michael Jung (GER) has announced the passing of his former top horse, Sam FBW (Stan the Man). "This evening, I lost one of my best friends, Sam..." Jung wrote.  

The High-Stakes Hurdle: "While we see prize pools grow, they don't keep pace with growing expenses..." (A EU - USA comparison)

In 2026, the international showjumping circuit has undergone a profound financial transformation. For riders competing at the CSI2* and CSI3* levels (the backbone of the FEI calendar) the financial landscape...

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Tom Van de Vijver: "We have become too much ‘pedigree breeders’ and too little ‘horse people.’"

For five generations, the Van de Vijver family has been rooted in their beautiful estate in Kruisem. Today, it is Tom who continues the tradition with Stal Odeveld, a stable...

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