Profiles

Portrait: Olympic Gold Medalist Rodrigo Pessoa

The 1992 Barcelona Olympics showcased Brazil's equestrian talent with both the oldest and youngest rider of the event on...

Portrait: Emmelie Scholtens, Dutch young horse Champion

Emmelie Scholtens was born into the world of equestrianism. Her mother was a breeder, so horses were always a...

Portrait: Marieke van der Putten’s patient rise to the top

Marieke van der Putten has spent the majority of her riding career in the shadows of other riders. Like...

Portrait: Showjumper and Recordbreaker Olivier Philippaerts

Olivier Philippaerts is born into one of the leading families in Belgian equestrianism. His father, Ludo Philippaerts, represented Belgium...

Portrait: Emil Hallundbæk, Rising Star of Danish Showjumping

In 2021, when the Olympic Games were held in Tokyo, it was the first time in 17 years that...

Portrait: European Championship Gold Medalist Diederick van Silfhout

For the past 20 years, Dutch rider Diederick van Silfhout has enjoyed success in the world of equestrian sports,...

Portrait: Joe Stockdale, upcoming star of British showjumping

For many years, it was not evident that Joseph "Joe" Stockdale would become a professional rider. As the son...

Portrait: Danish World Champion Daniel Bachmann Andersen

Daniel Bachmann Andersen's fascination with horses began at an early age. His parents did not ride professionally, but there...

Portrait: Patrik Kittel, the Smiling Swede

Many big names in the equestrian sport have had horses in their lives from a very young age, and...

One of Denmark’s Stars: Carina Cassøe Krüth

The Olympic athlete and Danish dressage rider Carina Cassøe Krüth has reached new pinnacles of performance in recent months. Together...

Portrait: World Champion Charlotte “Lottie” Fry

From the moment she was born, Charlotte Fry, also known as Lottie Fry, was already a part of equestrian...

Portrait: Isabell Werth, Germany’s Dressage Queen

Isabell Werth is the most successful rider in the history of dressage, a title she has held for almost...

Portrait: Dutch Dressage Darling Dinja van Liere

Dinja van Liere's riding career began like many others. At the age of six, she rode a pony for...

Portrait: Danish Superstar Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour

It was not with great enthusiasm that Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour first sat on a horse at the age of five....

Portrait: German talent Christian Kukuk

Christian Kukuk has had horses close to heart all his life. He grew up in Warendorf, which is one...

Portrait: Triple European Champion Christian Ahlmann

Christian Ahlmann, a prominent figure in the equestrian world, was born in Marl, Germany in 1974. He began his...

Portrait: The world champion Henrik von Eckermann

When Henrik von Eckermann won the World Championship gold in Herning last year, the Swedish showjumper secured his place...

Portrait: Harrie Smolders, one of the world’s best in show jumping

Harrie Smolders is a Dutch show jumper who has been considered one of the absolute best in the sport...

Portrait: European Champion Pieter Devos

Pieter Devos, a Belgian show jumper, is a prominent figure in the equestrian community known for his dedication, hard...

Portrait: Two time olympic gold medalist Mclain Ward

Mclain Ward is a name that has become synonymous with excellence in the world of show jumping. Born in...

Portrait: 2014 World Champion Daniel Deußer

Daniel Deußer is a German equestrian who has made a name for himself in the show jumping world. With...

World champion Charlotte Fry: “This is the dream”

As far back as she can remember 26-year-old Charlotte Fry has been in love with horses. From her first...

Equine therapist Line Østerhagen believes in equal quality treatment for people and horses

As a young girl equine therapist Line Østerhagen was fascinated by horses and dreamt of becoming a veterinarian and...

Teacher and rider: Why you should never compare yourself to others

To compete is for many of us to compare ourselves to others. It can be inspiring to see how...

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