Horse Sport Irelands (HSI) online digital passporting service, Horse Source, has reached a major milestone as it processed its 10,000th foal registration this week.Since its inception as a platform in the summer of 2024, Horse Sources capabilities have been expanding and improving, and the 10,000th processed foal application is a testament to the incredible work carried out by the Registrations Unit of HSI.In further good news, Horse Source has also now processed over 5,000 change of ownership applications, as well as more than 1,100 endorsements and more than 1,200 name changes.2025 has seen the system provide a more efficient service for Irish breeders, with most applications processed below the anticipated and expected waiting times provided in HSIs service level agreement.Chief Executive, Denis Duggan, was keen to praise breeders for their uptake of the system this year, as well as thanking the registrations team of HSI.He said: The staff have done an excellent job this year, and that is reflected by the numbers of foal applications processed and the efficiency in getting the completed passports out to our breeders.We asked breeders to embrace this new system and to be patient and understanding as we made the transition to Horse Source, which they have. Now the benefits of Horse Source are being reaped, with much lower turnaround times.We are pleased with some of the positive feedback from breeders. We have also identified some areas for improvement in the process, and we will continue to refine and enhance it ahead of 2026.HSI continues to strive to add new elements to Horse Source and there will be some exciting additions in the coming months, but for now I would like to commend breeders, and our staff, for helping us deliver this system and making Horse Source a success.To celebrate reaching the milestone, HSI will be rewarding the breeder of the 10,000th foal processed with a free foal passport, and will be contacting that breeder in the coming days to inform and thank them.The post Horse Source hits 10,000 foal passport registration milestone appeared first on .

Next month, the FEI is expected to approve a rule change allowing horses to continue competing after visible bleeding reversing a welfare safeguard into an administrative warning. The proposal places the sports welfare is paramount rhetoric at odds with its fragile social licence.The post The FEIs Blood Rule: Are We Really Willing to Jump Backwards? appeared first on Horses and People.

The 7 year old winner at Le Lion proves traditional breeding has lots to offer out of a TIH mare who is by a CP sire. John Flynn must be pleased as he bred two of the finishers in the 6 year olds. Great to see the Paddy Joyce bred Sunday Times proving the longevity of the TIH getting a 10th spot in a 5* at 18 years old, but he has class being by Cult Hero.See below the full list of International Eventing Results for this week.Mondial du Lion Young Horse Championships (FRA) 16th 19th October 20257 Year Olds.1st Brookfield Danny de Muze (ISH)[was Danny de Muze] 2018 gelding by Im Special de Muze (BWP) out of Gortglas Sparrow (ISH)[TIH] by Ashfield Bobby Sparrow (CP). Breeder: Donal Callery. Rider: Tom McEwen (GBR) 29.2, 0, 0.4 = 29.68th Belline Castle ONR Candy (ISH) 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Castle Roller Coaster (ISH) by High Roller (ISH). Breeder: Noel Ruane. Rider: Patrick Martin Byrne (IRL) 37.0, 0.8, 0.0 = 37.810th Newmarket Amy (ISH) 2018 mare by Newmarket Jewel (WESTF) out of Sanforized (TB) by Catcher in the Rye (TB). Breeder: Billy Daly. Rider: Kevin McNab (AUS) 30.5, 8, 0.0 = 38.5.Other Irish Bred Finishers:13th Kief Rhapsody of Belline (ISH) 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Lissangle Luz the Busuness (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Kieran Fahey. Rider: Noel Dunne (IRL) 39.717th Dolmen Cooley (ISH)[was Dolmen Dealer of Aces] 2018 gelding by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP) out of Dolmen Dimension (ISH) by Dolmen Dj Vu (ISH). By Jack Murphy. Rider: Rebecca Howard (CAN) 43.120th Ballybolger Goldman (ISH)[was Zephyrus of Kilmacley] 2018 gelding by Tullabeg Fusion (ISH) out of Warcraft Kate (TB) by Warcraft (TB). Breeder: Rosmary Ponsonby. Rider: Sam Watson (IRL) 45.326th Belline Thistle Bethelasttime (ISH)[was Thistle Bethelastime] 2018 mare by Grafenstolz (TRAK) out of Karmyn (ISH) by Kannan (KWPN). Breeder: Johnston Brodie. Rider: Robbie Kearns (IRL) 49.327th Kilcoltrim Big Yin (ISH) 2018 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Lady Voltaire (SI) by Voltaire (HANN). Breeder: Thomas Purcell. Rider: Carlolina Ferrarini (ITA) 50.329th Cairnview Crystal Springs (ISH) 2018 mare by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Cairnview Clover Crystal (ISH)[TIH]by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Geraldine Quinn. Rider: Sian Coleman (IRL) 52.830th MT Luxaan (ISH) 2018 mare by Cazaan (HOLST) out of Lux So Easy (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Gareth Carlisle. Rider: Cassie Sanger (GBR) 56.942nd Stellar Sky (ISH)[was GHF Party Girl] 2018 mare by Slgo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Castlemeadow Mildred (ISH)[TIH] by Power Blade (TB)[IRL]. Breeder: Martin Murphy. Rider: Eliza Bell (GBR) 82.3.6 Year Olds2nd Rutland Flamenco (ISH) 2019 mare by Casallco (HOLST) out of Red Flamenco (ISH) by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP). Breeder: Eugine McEntee. Rider: Ian Cassells (IRL) 28.9, 0, 0.0 = 28.93rd Tykillen Tango (ISH) 2019 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of Lisdara Impish Lady (ISH)[TIH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Ciara Kinsella. Rider: Hallie Coon (USA) 29.8, 0, 0.0 = 29.84th Monbeg Condor (ISH) 2019 gelding by Condios (HOLST) out of Little Diamond (ISH) by Diamond Valley Gold (ISH). Breeder: John Flynn. Rider: Max Warburton (GBR) 31.7, 0, 0.0 = 31.7.Other Irish Bred Finishers11th Lislee Honey (ISH) 2019 mare by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Lislee Beauty (ISH)[TIH] by Kasmayo (TB). Breeder: Charles Dullea. Rider: Aoife Clark (IRL) 35.112th HHE Fernhill McCoy (ISH)(was Jag Lovestory) 2019 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of CSF Salut Flamenco (ISH) by Je TAim Flamenco (BWP). Breeder: Jag Equestrian. Rider: Harry Horgan (IRL) 35.421st Greannanstown Donnacha Dusty (ISH) 2019 gelding by Imnotafraid Fortua (KWPN) out of Grennanstown Quality Cruise (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: John Flynn. Rider: James Avery (NZL) 41.5.Mars Maryland International (USA) 15th 19th October 2025CCI 5* Long4th HSH Blake (ISH)[was Galwaybay Blake & Galwaybay HSH Redfield]- 2015 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Doughiska Lass (ISH) by Kannan (KWPN). Breeder: Justin Burke. Rider: Caroline Pamukcu (USA) 28.2, 0, 11.2 = 39.410th Sunday Times (ISH)[TIH][was Lackaghbeg Hero] 2007 gelding by Cult Hero (TB) out of Lackaghbeg Crest (ID) by Sea Crest (ID). Breeder: Paddy Joyce (Galway). Rider: Arden Foster Wildasin (USA) 44.4, 8, 28.4 = 80.8Other Irish Bred Finishers:11th HSH Tolan King (ISH) 2015 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Kilmolash Clover Rhodes (ISH)[TIH] by Porter Rhodes (TB). Breeder: William OBrien. Rider: Caroline Pamukcu (USA) 93.5CCI 3* Long3rd Jewelent (ISH) 2012 gelding by Valent (KWPN) out of Bellaney Jewel (TB)[IRL] by Roselier (TB). Breeder: J.W. Rosbotham. Rider: Olivia Dutton (USA) 28.1, 4.8, 0.0 = 32.94th Fernhill Domino (ISH)[was Unbelievable Candy] 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Unbelievable Cappolla (SHB) by Unbelievable Darco (BWP). Breeder: Emily Smallman. Rider: Ryan Wood (AUS) 35.4, 0, 0.0 = 35.45th HTS Jensen R (ISH) 2016 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of HTS Lady Clermont (ISH)[TIH] by Rhyne Clover (ISH). Breeder: Brian Kieran. Rider: Allison Springer (USA) 31.7, 4, 0.4 = 36.19th Clooney R (ISH)[was Excel Star Heart Throb] 2017 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Tiny Tess (ISH) by Gurraun Golden Eye (ID). Breeder: Fiona McRobert. Rider: Ryan Wood (AUS) 39.4, 0, 0.0 = 39.4.Hagyard International and Horse Trials (USA) 17th 20th October 2025CCI 3* Short3rd Fernhill Malito Park (ISH)[was KHH Malito Park] 2017 gelding by Malito de Reve (SF) out of HHS Central Park (ISH) by Don Juan de la Bouverie (SBS). Breeder: Sarah Crosbie & Brendan McArdle. Rider: Chelsea Lowe (CAN) 37.6, 0, 4.0 = 41.65th MRF Qwlkstep (ISH) 2017 gelding by Metropole (KWPN) out of Silver Comet (TB)[IRL] by Exit to Nowhere (TB). Breeder: Mike Comerford. Rider: Katie Malensek (CAN) 34.8, 4.4, 6.4 = 45.66th Killossery Kitten (ISH)[TIH] mare by Mr Big Cat (TB) out of Killossery Kruisette (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: F & L Glynn. Rider: Laure Sparks (USA) 39.8, 12, 0.0 = 51.89th Arklow Puissance (ISH)[TIH] 2011 gelding by Puissance (ISH)[TIH] out of Cruising Jewel (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Jamie Kellock (USA) 36.1, 0, 52.4 = 88.5.CCI 2* Long7th Tradhearg Gold Imperium (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Puisance (ISH)[TIH] out of Golden Rose Bouncer (ID) by Grange Bouncer (ID) Breeder: Anthony Gillespie. Rider: Kyle Carter (CAN) 37.4, 4, 0.0 = 41.49th Ballytemple Jackson (ISH) 2018 gelding by Womanizer (KWPN) out of Newmarket Wonder One (ISH) by Harlequin Du Carel (SF). Breeder: Kelly Taylor (USA) 37.6, 4, 4.0 = 45.6.CCI 1*3rd Castlequarter Bobbie D (ISH) 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Leanbh Ceadaoin (CHPS) by Sylvano (KWPN). Breeder: Chris McNaughton. Rider: Selena OHanlon (USA) 33.2, 0, 4.4 = 37.64th Excel Star Brightside (ISH) 2018 gelding by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Rinealun Blaze (ISH)[TIH] by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: Sean ONeill. Rider: Ellie Cunningham (USA) 34.8, 4, 1.2 = 40.0.Open Intermediate5th Excel Star Montgomery (ISH)[was Lchain Knight & Lachen ES Montgomery] 2018 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Lachain Jet (ISH) by Je Taim Flamenco (BWP). Breeder: Tom Lenihan. Rider: Hanna Hansen (CAN) 26.4, 8, 42.0 = 76.4.Preliminary7th HSH Crypto (ISH)[was Pavoda] 2016 gelding by Casallco (ISH) out of Cumano Kiss (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Carol A McLaughlin. Rider: Sydney Shinn (USA) 36.9, 0.8, 36.4 = 74.5.Preliminary B5th Castlefield Capri (ISH) 2009 mare by OBOS Quality (OLD) out of Damma Princess (ISH) by Political Merger (TB). Breeder: Jim ONeill. Rider: Maria Dedic (USA) 43.3, 0, 18.0 = 61.36th Mosstown Rebel (unk) 2012 gelding OIO. Rider: Eleanor Winter (USA) 33.1, 0, 29.6 = 62.7.Ram Trap Horse Trials (USA) 18th 19th October 2025Open Preliminary2nd Cooley Neptune (ISH)[was Annaghmore Rebel Beach] 2015 gelding by Beach Ball (ISH) out of Annaghmore Temptress (KWPN) by Iroko (WESTF). Breeder: John Maguire. Rider: Helen Alliston (USA) 25.2, 0, 1.2 = 26.44th Calling Cooley (ISH)(was BSI D Man) 2016 gelding by Tallmann TN (BWP) out of Ballyhane Ellie (ISH) by Luidam (KWPN). Breeder: Michael Buckley. Rider: Kaylawna Smith-Cook (USA) 25.2, 4.8, 0.0 = 30.05th The Big Easy (ISH) 2018 gelding by Mr Lincoln B (ISH) out of PLS Hippo Q (ISH) by Castlecomer Q (ISH). Breeder: William McDonnell (JNR). Rider: Andrea Baxter (USA) 26.2, 4, 0.0 = 30.2.Open Modified1st HSH Tangerine (ISH)(was Ringwood Tango) 2018 gelding by Hype (KWPN) out of Stormwood Popsey (ISH) by Stormhill Miller (TB). Breeder: Peter Leonard. Rider: Megan Sykes (USA) 25.2, 4, 7.2 = 36.4.Oasby One Day Event (GBR) 18th 19th October 2025Open Intermediate Sec D1st Shanbeg Pandora (ISH) 2011 mare by Ustinov (KWPN) out of Lady Like (NRPS) by Landadel (HOLST). Breeder: Alan OBrien (Galway). Rider: Alice Gates (GBR) 31.4, 4, 0.0 = 35.42nd Vivendi Cruise (ISH) 2013 gelding by ARS Vivendi (HOLST) out of Carton Free (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Raymond Donohoe (Longford). Rider: Hope Mussell (GBR) 33.4, 4, 4.0 = 41.44th Milchem Miami (ISH) 2016 mare by Glasgow Vant Merelsnest (BWP) out of Mullentine White Diesel (ISH) by Corland (HOLST). Breeder: R C Equine Ltd. Rider: Holly Maudlin (GBR) 32.3, 4, 10.4 = 46.75th Ballymalone Dancer (ISH)[TIH] 2017 gelding by Heigh Ho Dubh (ID) out of Vic Well Dancer (TB([TIH] by Old Vic (TB). Breeder: Patrick Daly. Rider: Florence Wiles (GBR) 32.5, 1, 13.6 = 47.110th Cotterstown Magic (ISH)[TIH] 2009 gelding by Ballinclea Festival (CP) out of Attanagh Jewel [ISH] by Young Barnaby (TB). Breeder: Patrick Mooney (Laois). Rider: Willa Peel (GBR) 30.7, 6, 20.8 = 57.5.Open Intermediate Sec C1st Cooley Goodwood (ISH)[was LLS Quality Diamond] 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Burrane Kate (ISH)[TIH] by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: James Coughlan (Clare). Rider: Piggy March (GBR) 28.9, 0, 0.0 = 28.93rd Chantilly Amatullah (ISH) 2014 mare by Ardullh (TRAK) out of Cusheen Beauty (ISH) by Aldato (KWPN). Breeder: Enda Mulkere (Clare). Rider: Ella Dalton (GBR) 28.9, 0, 2.4 = 31.38th ESI Pheonix (ISH) 2009 gelding by Clover Echo (ISH)[TIH] out of Catina (BEWB) by Quasimodo Vd Molendreef (BWP). Breeder: Cian OConnor (Meath). Rider: Angus Smales (GBR) 33.0, 4, 3.6 = 40.6.Intermediate Sec B3rd Copyright Cooley (ISH)[was Latts Lady] 2012 mare by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Lady Latt (ISH) by Limmerick (HOLST). Breeder: Messrs Clarke & Hanlon (Cavan) Rider: Georgie Goss (GBR) 31.1, 0, 2.4 = 33.510th Lord Samson (ISH) 2013 gelding by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP) out of Forans Summer Chestnut (ISH)[TIH] by Laughtons Flight (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: John Foran. Rider: Mollie Harris (GBR) 33.2, 1, 8.0 = 42.2.Intermediate Sec A3rd Honourable Watchman (ISH)[was Thats Howie] 2018 geelding by Capri Van Overis Z (ZANG) out of Parknahown Beauty (ISH) by Olympic Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Liam Delaney. Rider: Mathew Glentworth (GBR) 34.3, 0, 4.8 = 39.16th Deco Rocks (ISH) 2017 gelding by Numero Cruise (ISH) out of Cullion Premier (SF) by Hold Up Premier (SF). Breeder: John J Kielty. Rider: Fred Powell (GBR) 35.5, 0, 8.0 = 43.59th Gorsehill Jack (ISH) 2012 gelding by Jack of Diamonds (SWB) out of Gorsehill Amber (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Anne Bannon. Rider: Georgia Stephens (GBR) 38.6, 0, 10.0 = 48.610th Monbeg Pompei (ISH) 2016 mare by Capri van Overis Z (ZANG) out of ESI Rainbow (ISH) by Spartacus (HANN). Breeder: Ennisnag Stud. Rider: Emily Philp (GBR) 37.1, 4, 8.8 = 49.9.Open Novice Sec G6th Dassett Forever Autumn (ISH)[was Cornet Clover] 2013 mare by Kings Cornet [ISH] out of Briarhill Clover (ISH) by Try-Time (KWPN). Breeder: Anne Coyne (Galway). Rider: Kate Rocher-Smith (GBR) 32.5, 0, 0.0 = 32.57th Ifnotwhynot (ISH) 2013 mare by Pacino (BWP) out of Royale Molly (ISH)[TIH] by Greenacres Diamond (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Alan Wheeler (Limerick). Rider: Annabel Finston (GBR) 32.8, 0, 0.0 = 32.8Open Novice Under 18 Sec H1st Ballyheerin Bay Dancer (ISH) 2012 mare by Afellay Z (ZANG) out of White Stripes (AES) by Drossan (HANN). Breeder: John Carr (Donegal). Rider: Amber Moxon (GBR) 31.5, 0, 0.0 = 3154th Lios Na Tulcha LAubier (CP) 2015 gelding by Thorgal de LAubier (CP) out of Crumpaun Molly (CP) by Cloughill Island (CP). Rider: Darcy Shaw (GBR) 31.3, 0, 2.8 = 34.16th Nightshift B (ISH) 2017 gelding by Setter (KWPN) out of Layla B (ISH) by Radolin (KWPN). Breeder: Etter Sportpferde AG. Rider: Clara Wilson (GBR) 35.8, 0, 0.0 = 35.87th Kilcandra Capitol (ISH) 2013 gelding by Orestus (KWPN) out of Beavers Bugsy Malone [ISH] by Hallodri (TB). Breeder: Vincent Cousins (Wicklow). Rider: Maja Albert (GBR) 36.8, 0, 0.0 = 36.88th Cream of Guinness (ISH) 2018 gelding by Guinness (KWPN) out of Iwinga (BWP) by Calvaro FCS (HOLST). Breeder: James Reynolds Jnr. Rider: Katherine Naylor (GBR) 32.8, 4, 8.0 = 44.89th Oughterard Star (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Loughehoe Guy (ISH)[TIH] out of Oughterard Flight (ISH)[TIH] by Errigal Flight (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Gerard Lynch. Rider: Eva Bowen (GBR) 32.5, 8, 5.2 = 45.710th I Love Money (ISH)[TIH] 2013 mare by I Love You Melody (CP) out of Miss Moneybags (TB)[IRL] by Exit to Nowhere (TB). Breeder: Gerry Dillon. Rider: Allegra Driscoll (GBR) 38.0, 4, 4.8 = 46.8.Novice Sec F3rd CSF Gemini (ISH) 2018 mare by KEC Maximum Joe (WPN) out of CSF Alina (OLD) by Argentinus (HANN). Breeder: Shane Connolly. Rider: Heidi Coy (GBR) 29.5, 0, 0.0 = 29.56th Monkeal Alfie (ISH) 2016 gelding by Radolin (KWPN) out of PLS Hippo Q (ISH) by Castlecomer Q (ISH). Breeder: William McDonnell Int. Rider: Jessica Baugh (GBR) 32.8, 0, 0.0 = 32.88th Contania (ISH) 2018 mare by Condios (HOLST) out of Titania V (ISH) by Tullibards Shakespeare (ISH). Breeder: Noel Phelan. Rider: Claire Surl (GBR) 30.3, 0, 3.2 = 33.510th Ballygriffin Trendy (ISH) 2018 gelding by ARS Vivendi (HOLST) out of Cailin Clover (ISH)[TIH] by Clover Brigade (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Rosarie Phelan. Rider: Anna Cheney (GBR) 36.5, 0, 0.0 = 36.5.Novice Sec E2nd unnamed (ISH) 2019 mare by Courage II (HOLST) out of Tobar Liath (TB) by Cloudings (TB). Breeder: Margaret Murphy. Rider: Finn Healy (GBR) 24.5, 0, 0.0 = 24.53rd Cruising Cougar Bear (ISH)[TIH] 2018 gelding by Bannvalley Navillus (ID) out of Cougars Gypsey Cruising (ISH)[TIH] by Cougar (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael & Chris Mannion. Rider: Fleur Lumke (GBR) 25.8, 0, 0.0 = 25.86th Grantstown Hello (ISH) 2018 mare by OBOS Quality (OLD) out of Hello Rose (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder; Joseph Breen. Rider: Mollie Harris (GBR) 29.8, 0, 0.0 = 29.87th CFH Farewell Rebel (ISH) 2018 gelding by Adieu Z (ZANG) out of Lisreagh Rebel (ISH)[TIH] by Rich Rebel (TB). Breeder: Seamus Carey. Rider: Lauren Kilpatrick (GBR) 29.8, 0, 0.0 = 29.88th Cazflodor (ISH) 2016 mare by Cazador LS (CDLS) out of HHS Flo Jo (ISH) by Heritage Fortunus (HANN). Breeder: Marion Hughes. Rider: Sophie Brooks (GBR) 32.3, 0, 0.0 = 32.39th Duntogether (ISH) 2017 mare by Tullabeg Fusion (ISH) out of Miss Bouquet (ISH) by Stormhill Miller (TB). Breeder: Nicholas Cousins. Rider; Katie Magee (GBR) 32.5, 0, 0.0 = 32.510th Growhowdy Dazzler (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Dahjee (TB) out of Growhowdy Hunting Beauty (ID) by Huntingfield Rebel (ID). Breeder: Martin ONeil. Rider: Richard P Jones (GBR) 29.8, 4, 0.0 = 33.8.These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman.These results are funded by Horse Sport Ireland.The post Irish Sport Horses reward their breeders at Le Lion and at Maryland appeared first on .

Derry native posts five-star victory while Sweetnam, Bourns, Swail and Lynch all bag top-tier podiumsDaniel Coyle enjoyed a monumental week in the Major League Show Jumping event at Tryon Equestrian Center, securing four major results with four different horses, a testament to the depth of talent he has at his disposal thanks to Ariel Granges Lothlorien Farm.The highlight was a five-star Winning Round success on Saturday, in which the Derry pilot led home an Irish 1-2 with the resurgent Farrel, as Andrew Bourns proved the closest chaser on board Perte Totale De Res Nova.Coyle also had a runner-up finish in the five-star FEI MLSJ individual competition the previous night with the Queen of Lothlorien, Legacy, and bagged a brace of two-star victories with Calippo 57 and Daydream, the latter in Fridays two-star Grand Prix.Shane Sweetnam and Conor Swail joined Bourns as five-star silver medallists, with Sweetnam guiding the Patrick Connolly-bred marvel James Kann Cruz (ISH) to a fifth straight five-star Grand Prix podium and eighth in all this year.Shane Sweetnam (left) after recording a fifth straight Grand Prix podium with James Kann Cruz (ISH) when second at Tryon in North Carolina on SaturdayMeanwhile, Swail was denied glory on another Irish Sport Horse, the Brian Duff-bred Clonterm Obolensky by one-hundredth of a second on Thursday night.Of course the MLSJ has a team concept at its core and Michael Duffy helped his Team Helios secure victory in the team competition with Be Sky Hawk.Elsewhere, Denis Lynch finished third in the valuable Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Rabat with Cordial yesterday (Sunday), while Eoin McMahon was a two-star winner at Peelbergen on Friday night.But there is no doubting that North Carolina was the hub of the high-class achievement by Green Jackets and that Coyle was front and centre.His win arrived in a 1.45m jump-off class in which the top ten progressed through the opening round and it was the 15-year-old Farrel continuing his fairytale run of form following his comeback from a two-year retirement, haring around in the decider without any errors and in a magnificent time of 48.47 seconds.That was enough to account for Bourns and his progressive ten-year-old, but the Galwegian nonetheless made sure to be one of only three double clears and bagged the silver medal by clocking 50.14.It was an eighth victory of the year, and fourth at five-star level for Farrel, and he also contributed to the four-star Nations Cup success in Vancouver, when Coyle was joined by his brother Jordan, first cousin Christian and close friend Swail.Legacy might not have bagged gold but she certainly got supporters engaged, earning animated appreciation after her round in the 1.50m individual speed class. The 15-year-old scorched around the arena clear in 64.62, despite rarely looking like she was out of third gear.Only Roberto Teran Tafur (COL) and Condara could better that, barely touching the ground as they left all the rails up and stopped the clock in 62.34 to claim the victory.That matched another five-star runner-up return for an Irish rider 24 hours later, as Coyle and Legacys Olympic teammates from Paris, Sweetnam and James Kann Cruz (ISH) sparkled with their efforts to secure the $340,000 MLSJ Grand Prix, just missing out in a jump-off by only two-tenths of a second by Nicola Philippaerts (BEL) with Gadget Mouche.A dozen partnerships advanced from the opening 1.60m test, including Duffy and Be Sky Hawk, who had contributed to Team Helios success in the MLSJ team event the night before.Unfortunately, the Galway athlete and his up-and-coming nine-year-old had one rail down but eighth was still worth a lot of prize money in a stacked tiebreaker.It was no surprise to see Gizmo Partners James Kann Cruz go clear once more with his Cork-born navigator, and the time recorded of 43.94 was too hot for the likes of third-placed World No 1 Kent Farrington with Greya, as well as the riders of the calibre of Abdel Sad (BEL), McLain Ward (USA), Skylar Wireman (USA) and Tiffany Foster (CAN).But Philippaerts and Gadget Mouche found the tiniest margins to grab the first prize, going clear in 43.74 to prevent a second straight Irish triumph in the Grand Prix after Swails win with Casturano 12 months ago.I have a lot of experience coming second this year so I always felt there was someone that maybe could catch me, but I left everything out there, said Sweetnam.James Kann Cruz is brilliant, and his results speak for themselves. Not just this year, every year. When you go to jump on him, you know you have a chance.Sad and Calvaro denied Swail another five-star success at this show in Thursday nights five-star Grand Prix Qualifier. The Down native maintained his consistency in this series with the most agonising of second-place finishes, partnering Oliver Glancys Clonterm Obolensky (ISH).The jump-off for the 1.50m class was a lengthy affair, with 17 of the 46 pairs returning but when the dust had settled, it was Said who just prevailed, stopping the timers at 36.66 with Calvaro to wrench the top prize from Swails grasp, after the 54-year-old and Obi had appeared to have done enough with his ultra-fast second clear.Michael Duffy on the top step of the podium with teammates Richard Vogel and Tony StormannsIn the $262,500 five-star team competition on Friday evening, Duffy and Be Sky Hawk were joined by German duo Tony Stormanns aboard Donjon dAsschaut and Richard Vogel (GER) riding Michael Jackson W to win Leg 5.Seventeen-year-old Stormanns, whose mother Helena is team manager, made an impactful debut by jumping to the teams only fault-free day. Duffy and Vogel jumped jump-off clears to set the youngster up for a heroic conclusion, a clear in 46.80 seconds cementing the spoils.If you throw enough mud at the wall, some of its going to stick eventually, joked Duffy. Thats always our motto; to be there or thereabouts as much as we can. Clear rounds matter. In the end, we can get caught up on the speed, but the clear rounds are probably what matter most.Its brilliant. Its great for young Tony. Hes only 17, hes only the pup of the litter. Its great for him, last to go and all that.Helena is the boss and she wanted myself and Richie to get into the jump-off if we could. Hes no slouch, Tony, for his age. Hes well able to put the ball in the net.We havent been in the bottom four yet (so) if we keep chipping away at it over the season, well hopefully be there or thereabouts.Lynch didnt top the winners podium in Rabat but he enjoyed a strong week in the Moroccan capital with his brace of five-star 16-year-olds, posting a clear round for his team with Cordial in the Longines Global Champions League on Friday and then just missing out on a top-five finish in the five-star jump-off class on Saturday, making the tiebreaker after the indomitable Brooklyn Heights made light of the 1.50m test.The duo added another clear round in a time of 39.94 but Germanys Janne Friederike Meyer-Zimmerman took the major spoils with Iron Dames High Level, who posted the only sub 38-second round, 37.18, to prevail with a degree of comfort from her compatriot Christian Ahlmann, with DAganix (38.43).Lynch saved the best for last for yesterday (Sunday), the Tipperary man returning with Cordial to make a seven-combo jump-off that yielded only one double clear.It was 19-year-old Monaco representative, Anastasia Nielsen that managed the only double clear, with Action Man, to log a landmark result. Andreas Schoul (SUI) was fastest of four-faulters with Napoli vh Nederassenthof (45.59) with Lynch and Cordial next on 46.51 after having one rail down.That moved Lynch to sixth in the individual rankings, just ahead of Scott Brash (GBR), with Belgian Gilles Thomas still in a clear lead.Denis Lynch moved up to sixth in the LGCT individual rankings after his third place return from the LGCT Grand Prix of Rabat with CordialMikey Pender was fourth in a five-star speed class earlier in the week with Madgeslane Louis (ISH), the hugely promising eight-year-old he bred himself and co-owns with his mother AnnMarie.The athlete from Co Kildare coolly plotted his way around the Moroccan arena, clearing all 14 jumps over the 1.45m track in a time of 70.58 seconds. The W went to Denmarks Zascha Nygaard (DEN) with another eight-year-old, Stathagnio PS, who registered a blindingly quick time of 61.07.At two-star level, after Coyle prevailed in the 75-strong Grand Prix Qualifier at Tryon with a double clear and winning tiebreak time of 32.22 with Calippo 57 on Thursday night, he held off two whipper-snappers too young to drink the champagne that sprayed around afterwards, to land the Grand Prix itself 24 hours later.Coming in last in the jump-off with Daydream, the Ardmore man snatch the verdict with a clear round in a rapid time of 38.01 to deny the 17-year-old German, Tony Stormanns, with Cassius Clay.Olivia Sweetnam, the 16-year-old daughter of Shane though representing USA, was third with Epic.Daydream winning her third Grand Prix of the year when scoring at two-star level at Tryon for Daniel CoyleAriel Grange bought her last year, and we had really high hopes for her, Coyle said of Daydream. This is her third Grand Prix win this year.McMahon, the Clare rider who had a big hand in helping bring the aforementioned Clonterm Obolensky through the ranks until Swail took over the reins in May, got a taste of success with Calleth You Cometh I in the two-star Grand Prix Qualifier at Peelbergens 10th anniversary show on Friday night, beating off another dozen competitors in the tiebreaker to land the spoils in the GumBits Arena with a time of 33.79.BREEDINGCSF JAMES KANN CRUZ (ISH) 2013 gelding by Kannan (KWPN) out of CSF Telly Cruz (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Patrick Connolly, Co Galway. Owner: Gizmo Partners, LLC. Rider: Shane Sweetnam (IRL).CLONTERM OBOLENSKY (ISH) 2016 stallion by Cornet Obolensky (BWP) out of She Has The Lux (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Brian Duff, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. Owner: Oliver Raymond Glancy. Rider: Conor Swail (IRL).MADGESLANE LOUIS (ISH) 2017 ch gelding by Luidam (KWPN) out of Madges Lane Karol (ISH) by Obos Quality 004 (OLDBG). Breeder: Michael Pender: Owner: AnnMarie & Michael Pender. Rider: Michael PenderThe post Coyle on fire at Tryon appeared first on .

On a day of days for Irish eventing, Ian Cassells brought home a pair of shiny new trinkets from the World Championships in Le Lion dAngers Irelands first medal wins in 10 years.Cassells, who has enjoyed a sensational season in the saddle which included a senior European Championship team silver medal, added another silver as well as a bronze in France this afternoon.He finished runner-up in the 6-year-old division at the FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championships for Young Horses with the Irish Sport Horse Rutland Flamenco, and followed it up with a second podium on board Noa W in the 7-year-old division.Cassells becomes the first Irish athlete to medal at the championships since Sophie Richards won bronze in 2015 and he couldnt contain his excitement after his medal win with Rutland Flamenco.He said: Its been an amazing week the mare (Rutland Flamenco) has tried so hard for me all week and I couldnt be happier with her. Weve only had her since the start of the year and have produced her quite slowly. Every time shes run shes done better and got more comfortable. She just keeps trying her best for me.Lying in fourth position overnight in the 6-year-old division, Cassells needed a clean round of jumping in the final phase and Rutland Flamenco delivered in spades, coming home faultless to finish on his dressage score of 28.9, just 3.3 penalties behind Belgiums Lara De Liedekerke-Meier with Tara Van Het Leliehof.There was even more work to be done in the 7-year-old category as he sat in seventh position going into today on his dressage score of 32.8. Adding just 0.4 time penalties to that tally, it meant there was no room for error for the combinations placed in front of him.With poles dropping, Cassells continued to climb the leaderboard, with just Tom McEwen with Brookfield Danny De Muze and De Liedekerke-Meier to jump with Helios.A Clear from McEwen and just the one pole down from the Belgian meant a bronze win was Cassells result, one Irelands Chef dEquipe Debbie Byrne, taking charge of her maiden championships, was immensley proud of.Byrne said: Its been an incredible weekend just fantastic. I joked that I should probably quit while Im ahead!To have two podiums, one in each age group, three six-year-olds in the top 12 and three seven-year-olds in the top 12 also, we cant complain.Ive been really lucky with the people weve had here all week owners, grooms, riders etc theres been a great feeling and ambience in the barn. Everyone has been rooting for everyone else and its made my job easier theyve been great to manage.Its been a long season for these young horses, theyve been chasing qualifications, but were already looking forward to next year. Id like to thank everyone who has gotten us to to this point, from Horse Sport Ireland and the Department of Agriculture, Food and The Marine, to all of those who have put such incredible work into these horses it is days like these that make it all so very worthwhile.Dr Sonja Egan, Head of Breeding, Innovation and Development at Horse Sport Ireland, added: Ian Cassells double podium today at Mondial du Lion marks a historic achievement for Team Ireland, ending a ten-year wait for an Irish horse-and-rider combination to medal at the FEI WBFSH World Breeding Championships for Young Eventing Horses in France.My sincerecongratulationsto all connections of our outstanding horses and to Debbie Byrne in her first year at the helm of the young horse eventing team. Under her guidance Ireland secured an excellent team performance with all 6-year-old combinations inside the top 12, and four combinations in the 7-year-old top 20.This is a significant day for the Irish Sport Horse studbook which once again proves the strength and consistency of Irish breeding on the world stage. Credit to all of our fantastic breeders represented at this championships far too many to name however I do wish to recognise the breeders behind todays medal winning horses; Donal Callery breeder of Brookfield Danny De Muze (ISH), 7-year-old Champion, Eugene McEntee breeder of Rutland Flamenco (ISH), 6-year-old silver medallist and Ciara Kinsella breeder of Tykillen Tango (ISH), 6-year-old bronze medallist.Participation in these championships is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, I wish to thank them for supporting Team Ireland to achieve these excellent performances on the world stage.The post History maker Cassells couldnt be happier with World Championship medal haul appeared first on .

Following an exhilarating cross country phase at the World Breeding Eventing Championships for Young Horses 2025, the Irish contingent of riders and young horses from the Irish Studbooks have delivered a commendable performance on the world stage with a number of combinations firmly in the hunt for top positions.Sitting within a pole of gold in the six-year-old division is Ian Cassells riding Rutland Flamenco (ISH) currently in fourth position. Also featuring in the top ten are both Aoife Clark with Lislee Honey (ISH) and Harry Horgan with HHE Fernhill McCoy (ISH) in eight and nineth respectively. All three combinations have remained on their dressage score heading into the final showjumping phase tomorrow.Ian Cassells is also best of the Irish in the seven-year-old division in seventh position riding Noah W (KWPN), adding nothing to their dressage score. Also featuring in the top ten is Sam Watson riding Ballybolger Goldman (ISH) in nineth, adding just 0.8 time penalties to his dressage. Other Irish combinations who delivered a clear round today were Patrick Byrne and Belline Castle ONR Candy (ISH), Noel Dunne and Kief Rhapsody of Belline (ISH), Robbie Kearns and Belline Thistle Bethelasttime (ISH), and Sian Coleman and Cairnview Crystal Springs (ISH), all sitting within the top thirty.It is all to play for tomorrow and we wish the Irish horses and riders well in the final phase!Debbie Byrne, Chef dEquipe, Eventing Young Horse Squad:What a day of sport!! Our 6yos made the course look easy & cruised around within the time. This age group amazes me how they have taken it all quite literally in their stride.The 7yo class was causing a lot of trouble, especially as the sunlight changed over some of the xc fences. Alyssa ONeill & DS Candescent were unlucky to have not adequately jumped the influential corner at 7 & were stopped later in the course. The remainder of the horses looked classy around a tough track & finished wellOur three six-year-olds are now lying in the top 10, which is an amazing achievement. The seven-year-olds have moved up the leader board, with 2 sitting nicely in the top 10.The horses are all looking fresh this evening which is promising for tomorrow. We are looking forward to another good dayBreeding:Rutland Flamenco (ISH). Mare by Casallco (HOLST) out of Red Flamenco (ISH), by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP). Bred by Eugene McEntee, Co. Down.Lislee Honey (ISH). Mare by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Lislee Beauty (ISH), by Kasmayo (TB). Bred by Charles Dullea, Co. Cork.HHE Fernhill McCoy (ISH) (was JAG Lovestory). Gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of CSF Salut Flamenco (ISH) by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP). Bred by Jag Equestrian, Co. Kildare.Noa W (KWPN). Gelding by Baltic VDL (KWPN) out of Gucretia (KWPN), by Indoctro (HOLST). Bred by G. Wierts, Netherlands.Ballybolger Goldman (ISH). Gelding by Tullabeg Fusion (ISH) out of Warcraft Kate (TB), by Warcraft (TB). Bred by Rosemary Ponsonby, Co. Tipperary.Belline Castle ONR Candy (ISH). Gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Castle Roller Coaster (ISH), by High Roller (ISH). Bred by Noel Ruane, Co. Sligo,Kief Rhapsody of Belline (ISH): Gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Lissangle Lux The Business (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Bred by Kieran Fahey, Co. Cork.Belline Thistle Bethelasttime (ISH). Mare by Grafenstolz (TRAK) out of Karmyn (ISH), by Kannan (KWPN). Bred by Johnston Brodie, Co. Wexford.Cairnview Crystal Springs (ISH). Mare by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Cairnview Clover Crystal (ISH)(TIH), by Clover Hill (ID). Bred and owned by Geraldine Quinn, Co. Longford.Irish studbooks participation in Le Lion DAngers is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine under National Breeding Services.The post Irish Riders Deliver Strong Cross Country Performances at 2025 World Breeding Championships appeared first on .

The first phase of competition has come to a close at the 2025 FEI WBFSH World Breeding Eventing Championships for Young Horses, as two days of dressage wrapped up today, and Irelands hopefuls can be proud of their position going into tomorrows crosscountry testWith scores now finalized, the leaderboard is set heading into tomorrows highly anticipated cross-country phase. All three Irish combinations in the six-year-old section hold a position in the top 20 with Ian Cassels posting a fantastic score of 28.9 on board Ruthland Flamenco (ISH) to hold eight place overnight. This exciting combination have been on form all season and is less than two marks off a medal position.There were also strong performances from Irish riders in the seven -year-old section today with Robbie Kearns best of the Irish in fifteenth position riding Belline Thistle Bethelasttime (ISH) on a score of 31.3. The scores across the seven-year-old division are tight with less than thirteen marks separating the top and bottom of the leaderboard, so it is all to play for in tomorrows cross country. The leading Irish bred horse in the seven-year-old section is Boleybawn Oliva (ISH) ridden by Americas Hallie Coon sitting in overnight silver position. The mare by Jorado (KWPN) out of C-Jumps (SCSL), by Cicero Z Van Paemal (BWP) was bred in county Wicklow by Boleybawn Horses Ltd.Robbie Kearns and Belline Thistle Bethelasttime (ISH) at the FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championship for Young Horses at Le Lion dAngers 2024 Copyright: Pam Cunningham/Irish Eventing TimesDebbie Byrne, Chef dEquipe, Eventing Young Horse Squad:After the dressage phase for both age categories, there is a real positive vibe within the entire team. All the horses managed to allow their riders to ride their test in a very atmospheric setting.The 6yos all performed well & Harrys & Aoifes horses are tall athletes who will strengthen up for next year but showed serious potential in this phase. Ian rode a lovely test & sits very competitively at this stage.The 7yos really had to work for their scores as the dressage judges definitely werent giving away marks in general throughout the two days. But again, the horses allowed their riders to ride their test, so at this stage in proceedings I am very happyXC tomorrow for the 7yos asks questions the whole way but there are alternatives, & I feel they have made the 6yo class a little stronger from last year.I have a good set of riders & horses who really jump, so Im excited to see them do their thing tomorrow & see how we stand tomorrow eveningThe atmosphere within camp is fantastic with everyone pulling each other along, & it is great to have so many owners that have travelled.Irish selected Horse/Riders:Six Year OldsHHE Fernhill McCoy (ISH) (was JAG Lovestory). Gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of CSF Salut Flamenco (ISH) by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP). Bred by Jag Equestrian, Co. Kildare, owned by Fiona OHara and Harry Horgan and ridden by Harry Horgan (IRL).Lislee Honey (ISH). Mare by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Lislee Beauty (ISH), by Kasmayo (TB). Bred by Charles Dullea, Co. Cork, and owned and ridden by Aoife Clarke (IRL).Rutland Flamenco (ISH). Mare by Casallco (HOLST) out of Red Flamenco (ISH), by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP). Bred by Eugene McEntee, Co. Down, owned by Patrick (Dick) Murphy, and ridden by Ian Cassells (IRL).Seven Year OldsBallybolger Goldman (ISH). Gelding by Tullabeg Fusion (ISH) out of Warcraft Kate (TB), by Warcraft (TB). Bred by Rosemary Ponsonby, Co. Tipperary, owned by Hannah Watson and ridden by Sam Watson (IRL).Belline Castle ONR Candy (ISH). Gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Castle Roller Coaster (ISH), by High Roller (ISH). Bred by Noel Ruane, Co. Sligo, owned by Richard Ames and ridden by Paddy Byrne (IRL).Belline Thistle Bethelasttime (ISH). Mare by Grafenstolz (TRAK) out of Karmyn (ISH), by Kannan (KWPN). Bred by Johnston Brodie, Co. Wexford, owned by Richard Ames and ridden by Robbie Kearns (IRL)Cairnview Crystal Springs (ISH). Mare by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Cairnview Clover Crystal (ISH)(TIH), by Clover Hill (ID). Bred and owned by Geraldine Quinn, Co. Longford and ridden by Sian Coleman (IRL).DS Candescent (ISH). Gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Largan Lady Cruise (ISH), by Cruising For Chics (ISH). Bred by Liam Lynskey, Co. Mayo, owned by Deborah McCann and Alyssa ONeill and ridden by Alyssa ONeill (IRL).Kief Rhapsody of Belline (ISH): Gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Lissangle Lux The Business (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Bred by Kieran Fahey, Co. Cork, owned by Jenny Curley and ridden by Noel Dunne (IRL).Noa W (KWPN). Gelding by Baltic VDL (KWPN) out of Gucretia (KWPN), by Indoctro (HOLST). Bred by G. Wierts, Netherlands, owned by Nuala McDonald and ridden by Ian Cassells (IRL).Irish studbooks participation in Le Lion dAngers is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine under National Breeding ServicesThe post Dressage Phase Concludes at Le Lion-dAngers World Breeding Championships appeared first on .

Ian Cassells leads the way from an Irish perspective at the FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championships for Young Horses at Le Lion DAngers.The championships kicked off on day 1 in France with dressage for 7-year-olds and three Irish combinations took to the arena Cassells, Sian Coleman and Alyssa ONeill.Cassells and Noa W lie in 19th place overnight after their test yielded a total of 32.8 penalties, the pair showing why they finished as runners-up in the DAFM Eventing Studbook Series League.Just over four penalties behind overnight leader Lara De Liedekerke-Meier with Helios, Cassells will be very hopeful of eating into that deficit over the weekend with his KWPN gelding. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Horse Sport Ireland (@horsesportireland)Coleman and Cairnview Crystal Springs (ISH), the mare bred and owned by Co. Longfords Geraldine Quinn, totalled 38.4 penalties and will also be looking forward to Saturdays cross country as they bid to cut the gap between themselves and the leaders.Similer sentiments apply for ONeill and Irish Sport Horse DS Candescent, bred in Co. Mayo by Liam Lynskey, had a long wait yesterday to compete as the penultimate combination down the centre line, and they finished with 39.1 penalties.Tomorrow, the rest of the Irish will compete in Le Lion as the remainder of the 7-year-olds are tested in dressage, while the 6-year-old competition begins. First of the Irish into the arena will be Harry Horgan and HHE Fernhill McCoy (ISH) at 9.58am Irish time.BREEDING:Cairnview Crystal Springs (ISH). Mare by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Cairnview Clover Crystal (ISH)(TIH), by Clover Hill (ID). Bred and owned by Geraldine Quinn, Co. Longford and ridden by Sian Coleman (IRL).DS Candescent (ISH). Gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Largan Lady Cruise (ISH), by Cruising For Chics (ISH). Bred by Liam Lynskey, Co. Mayo, owned by Deborah McCann and Alyssa ONeill and ridden by Alyssa ONeill (IRL).Noa W (KWPN). Gelding by Baltic VDL (KWPN) out of Gucretia (KWPN), by Indoctro (HOLST). Bred by G. Wierts, Netherlands, owned by Nuala McDonald and ridden by Ian Cassells (IRL).The post Cassells to the fore as Irish assault on World Championships in Le Lion begins appeared first on .

For the first time, the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) Studbook Series for Eventing ran in a league format rather than standalone events. This allowed competitors choose any events throughout the season to gain points. The league ran from the 22nd of June to the 21st of September, and competitors could earn points at all national Eventing Ireland competitions during this time with the best four results counting towards the final league standings.Throughout the league, Eventing Ireland posted the league standings under the Stats Centre section of their website. In the seven-year-old league, participation was rewarded for Patrick Byrne taking the win on board Belline Castle ONR Candy (ISH) on 21 points from 4 outings. Runner up was the KWPN gelding, Noa W ridden by Ian Cassells on 20 points with third going to Noel Dunne with Kief Rhapsody of Belline (ISH). All three of these horses will in attendance at the WBFSH World Breeding Championships for Eventing in Le Lion dAngers starting the 16th October.Patrick Byrne with BELLINE CASTLE ONR CANDY (ISH) Copyright photo: Pam Cunningham/Irish Eventing TimesThe six-year-old section was topped by Ciara Power on board Stonehavens Dreaming (ISH) on 53 points. She was followed closely by young rider Caitlin Woods with Greygrove Delight (ISH) on 50 points. The ever-consistent Stephen Smith finished in third place with Annaghmore Cornoko (ISH) on 44 points, earning points at each outing.Ciara Power with Stonehavens Dreaming (ISH) Copyright photo: Pam Cunningham/Irish Eventing TimesThe five-year-old league was extremely tight with the top three having only two runs each throughout the league, winning points at both. Robbie Kearns came out on top with a total of 25 points riding Belline Kasparov (ISH), second place went to the Warmblood Studbook of Ireland Lollypop PH, ridden by Isla Coad on 23 points. The podium was complete with Luca Bortolamei riding Fernhill Pop Ice (ISH) on 20 points.Robbie Kearns with Belline Kasparov (ISH) Copyright photo: Pam Cunningham/Irish Eventing TimesBreeding:Belline Castle ONR Candy (ISH). 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Castle Roller Coaster (ISH), by High Roller (ISH). Bred by Noel Ruane, Co. Sligo.Kief Rhapsody of Belline (ISH): 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Lissangle Lux The Business (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Bred by Kieran Fahey, Co. Cork.Noa W (KWPN). 2018 gelding by Baltic VDL (KWPN) out of Gucretia (KWPN), by Indoctro (HOLST). Bred by G. Wierts, Netherlands.Stonehavens Dreaming (ISH). 2019 gelding by Querlybet Hero (SBS) out of Ballinamonapark Jody (ISH), by Jack Of Diamonds (SWB). Bred by Vahe Bogossian, Co. Waterford.Greygrove Delight (ISH). 2019 gelding by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP) out of Great Delight (ISH), by Loughehoe Guy (ISH). Bred by Thoms Ryan, Co. Clare.Annaghmore Cornoko (ISH). 2019 gelding by HHS Cornet (ISH) out of Annaghmore Temptress (KWPN), by IROKO (WESTF). Bred by Aoife Healion, Co. Offaly.Belline Kasparov (ISH). 2020 gelding by Quality Time (HOLST) by Chestnuthill Lady Milbrook (ISH), by (). Bred by Ian Norris, Co. Wexford.Lollypop PH (WSI). 2020 mare by Cormint (HOLST) out of Desir De LEsprit m2s (KWPN), by Desire Du Chateau (SF). Bred by Paul Hughes.Fernhill Pop Ice (ISH). 2020 gelding by Kassanova Hero B Z (ZANG) out of DS Aphrodite (AES), by Darrara Achilles (ISH). Bred by Dermot OBrien, Co. Cork.The DAFM Studbook Series League is delivered by Horse Sport Ireland and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) under National Breeding Services.The post DAFM Eventing Studbook Series League appeared first on .

Lois tells us about her travels (in June 2025) to the Maasai Mara in Kenya with Offbeat. An exciting journey filled with wildlife, horses, nature and dedicated people who are rightly proud of the perfect area where they live and work. The Maasai Mara in Kenya was the focal point for many wildlife documentaries that []The post The Maasai Mara A true wildlife-lovers paradise appeared first on In The Saddle.