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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...

New Decision: Helgstrand Takes the TV2 Case to the High Court

There has just been an update in the case regarding TV2's hidden recordings at the Helgstrand Dressage stud, which...

Expert: Use long lines when you want to teach your horse something new

Does it require training? How do you know if you're doing it right? And isn't it difficult to prevent...

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,...

5 metaphors to aid your dressage training

Mastering the art of dressage is no easy feat, and thus, explaining it through metaphors can make it easier...

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...

Watch out, Dufour and Werth: Here is Dujardin’s secret top horse

Some of us had hoped to see her in Herning. Especially given the rumours about her new up-and-coming super...

Quiz: If your horse were a dressage star, who would they be?

Like the editorial team, we imagine you drooling over the spectacular horses dancing around the ring at the big...

Dressage Exercises: The Best Circles for Any Level

Social media is chock-a-block with splendid dressage exercises! We've collated four of the top exercises, which hone in on...

Improve your scores with these five tips!

Who doesn't know the feeling of having had a good ride, but then looking frustrated at the 53% you...

Readers on Dressage: It Should Be a Dance, Not a Battle

We've previously asked our readers for their very best tips and advice for dressage riding. We made a post...

Part 2: Can you do dressage on an Icelandic horse? Nils Christian Larsen clarifies the myth

The equestrian world is diverse, with various disciplines and breeds. This might lead to assumptions that these disciplines can't...

Creating the perfect halt

Executing a (near) perfect halt is certainly no easy feat. The horse must stand squarely on all four legs...

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...

Six Bar Challenge: What is it? And who’s the best?

Are you familiar with the six bar challenge? And do you know who's the sharpest rider here? If we...

New Media partnership between Schafhof Connects and Malgré Tout Media

PRESS RELEASE Schafhof Connects and Malgré Tout Media initiated a new partnership to generate more potential for both parties.  Malgré...

Conflict Behaviour in Icelandic Horses

Equestrian sport organisations are committed to ensuring the welfare of competing horses, with most organisations viewing horse welfare as...

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...

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