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Like Father, Like Daughter – The Duttons Shine at TerraNova CCI4*-S!
The Event at TerraNova delivered thrilling competition, but perhaps no storyline was as captivating as the remarkable performances of Phillip and Olivia Dutton in the CCI4*-S division. The father-daughter duo, both known for their talent and dedication to the sport of eventing, proved once again that excellence runs in the family.
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International Equestrian Federation Announces Changes to Olympic Qualification
This morning, the Sports Forum commenced in Switzerland where the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) revealed significant changes in the qualification process for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The organization has determined that the Longines League of Nations (LLN) in show jumping will not be utilized as a pathway to Olympic qualification.
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New young horse format puts confidence and partnership first
A new concept for young dressage horse classes has been unveiled with the TRT Young Talent Competition, a format designed to give four- and five-year-olds a positive and confidence-building introduction to competition. Developed by trainer Tristan Tucker, the initiative offers a more horse-centric approach that emphasizes relaxation, partnership, and clear communication.
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Christian Kukuk wins inaugural US Equestrian Open Final
Christian Kukuk (GER) and his longtime partner Checker 47 (Comme Il Faut 5 x Come On) clinched victory in the $750,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix CSI5*, the marquee event of the new US Equestrian Open Jumping Final. The pair topped an elite field of 40 riders in Wellington, Florida, thrilling a sold-out crowd with a 39.2-second jump-off performance.
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Global Dressage Festival 2025 Ends with Competitive Showcase
The 2025 season of the Global Dressage Festival concluded with a highly competitive final class featuring excellent horses. Over 12 weeks, 72 horses participated in qualifying classes, showcasing a strong lineup of young equines with impressive potential for further development.
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Braitling and Caravaggio II triumph in Temecula
Christian Kukuk wasn’t the only one celebrating a major win this weekend. Bec Braitling (AUS) and Caravaggio II claimed victory in the CCI4*-S at the International Horse Trials in Temecula, California. With the fastest cross-country time of the day, the pair moved up from fourth to first, finishing ahead of Tommy Greengard (USA) with That’s Me Z and Megan McIver (USA) aboard Igor B.
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Lisa Goldman-Smolen Triumphs at WEC – Wilmington
Lisa Goldman-Smolen from the USA made a notable return to competition at the WEC – Wilmington, winning the $30,000 Clinton County CVB Grand Prix on Saturday evening. After taking time off for family reasons, she returned to the arena with her trusted horse, Sovereign.
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Switzerland Dominates CSI4* Grand Prix in Gorla Minore
Today, high-level equestrian sport took place in Italy. In the 1.55m CSI4* Grand Prix held in Gorla Minore, Swiss riders performed exceptionally well, with Pius Schwizer securing first place aboard Nadale van Dorperheide, a horse bred by the Philippaerts family.
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Francis Connors' former mount triumphs in Oliva
A year ago, Francis Connors, ranked 1292 in the world, competed in Oliva with a talented horse named Jm Just A Dream, finishing in 29th place in the 1* Grand Prix of the Silver Tour. The horse was later purchased by Deborah Mayer and is now known as Iron Dames Just A Dream.
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Emanuele Camilli wins Grand Prix in Mexico
Emanuele Camilli, son-in-law of Paul Schockemöhle, took the last spot in the jump-off for the Grand Prix in Mexico and put all efforts into his ride. On Chacco’s Girlstar, a descendant of Chacco-Blue, the Italian completed the course in just 42.99 seconds, clinching the victory and pushing Jörne Sprehe and her horse Sprehe Hot Easy, who finished in 43.31 seconds, to second place.
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