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,...
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...
Researchers are identifying natural and innovative therapies that could lessen the equine industry’s reliance on antibiotics, an advance that may benefit not only horse health, but also human and environmental...
In London, the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup, presented by Agria, once again set the stage for a 1.60m World Cup qualifier where the smallest details made the difference. After...
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 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...
This week, Thibeau Spits is also present in the Palexpo building in Geneva. You can primarily find him in the stables. Although he does dare to take a power nap...
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