Jack Dore rounded off an excellent Pony campaign to date in Hagen, Germany at the weekend by winning the Grand Prix with K-Little Hero.Fresh from helping the Irish team to a runner-up finish in the Nations Cup having jumped double clear, Dore and the pony owned by his father Carl repeated the feat to come home top of the pile on Sunday afternoon.Dore and K-Little Hero were one of 11 combinations to compete in Sundays jump-off having jumped clear, including compatriot Robbie Sheehan with Pjotr van de Groeunheuvel.Jack Dore after winning the Grand Prix in Hagen with K-Little HeroThe pair were magnificent in the jump-off, going clear and stopping the clock in 41.22 seconds, over a second faster than runner-up Viggo Bergstrand from Sweden, on the Irish Sport Horse Corbeagh Legend.It was a deserved win for the Limerick teenager, and he said: I was very happy to win the Hagen Grand Prix because its a tough one to win.I dont have my pony too long really, I only got him late last year but we clicked together the minute I rode him, which helps a lot. Hes very good and I was delighted to have jumped double clear in the Nations Cup and the Grand Prix.The post Dore delight at Hagen Grand Prix win appeared first on .

Seven international wins for Green Jackets on memorable weekCiaran Nallon (main picture with the soaring Casilla Blue PS and below on the victory podium) had what was surely one of the most lucrative shows of his nascent career with two five-star victories at the Longines Global Champions Tour leg in Ramatuelle, St Tropez last week.The first of those triumphs, on Thursday, came on a day when Cian OConnor and Daniel Coyle also secured elite successes.In all, there were seven international victories at two-star 1.45m or higher, and with a four-star Nations Cup win too in Sopot under the stewardship of Taylor Vard, and Jessica Krtens five-star squad fighting back for a bronze medal in La Baule, it was truly a green-letter week for Irish show jumping.Nallon kicked it off on a tremendous Thursday for Irish riders, by supplying two clear rounds in contribution to his team, Riesenbeck International getting over the line in the Longines Global Champions League.Coming just a week after Max Wachmans League heroics for New York in nearby Cannes, the young Mayo pilot combined with German Christian Kukuk to secure the top spot.Nallon and Casilla Blue take the plaudits from an appreciative Ramatuelle audience after contributing two clear rounds as Riesenbeck International won the Longines Global Champions League leg in St TropezNallon and Casalla Blue PS (Beerbaum Stables) have been producing some excellent results on LGCT all year and they secured a silver medal in the opening 1.60m speed class before supplying another clear round in the 1.55m speed class to finish sixth.Kukuks triumph on Checker 47 helped vault them to the summit of the table, as that duos eight faults in the opening class had left them in fourth.And Kukuk was quick to praise his partner for keeping them in the mix.Even after the first round, I had a good feeling, said Kukuk. Ciaran had a really, really great round and, to be honest, I was also happy with my round despite the two down because Checker felt very good.Ciaran did a great round again (in the second class). His performance was outstanding today with Casalla.Around about the same time, and also in France, Cian OConnor and Genghis Khan (Coolmore Showjumping) came out on top of a thrilling jump-off when denying home supporters, and most specifically, Kevin Staut by the razor-thin margin of four-hundredths of a second in a 1.50m speed class at La Baule.OConnor and his talented 10-year-old (above) revelled under the blue sky at the Franois Andr Stadium and having left all the obstacles intact, stopped the clock in 59.57, which would prove just enough to see off Staut, with Felin De Hus HDC.There was something for the French to be happy about however, as the victorious horse was returning to the land of his birthIt always gives you confidence to win a major class on the first day of a show, said OConnor. Ive been coming to La Baule for many years, and its always a pleasure.Genghis Khan is a French-bred horse, and its fantastic for his breeders to see him return to France and, even better, to see him win here.Coyle completed a stupendous few hours at the highest level for Irish athletes, by taking the top two places at Spruce Meadows. His former mentor and long-time friend, Conor Swail placed a cherry on top by completing a clean sweep.The Recon Metal Cup served as the weeks key qualifying competition for Saturdays RBC Grand Prix of Canada, presented by Rolex, drawing 46 athletes to the International Ring.Riders stepped through the iconic Clock Tower to face the 605m track, featuring 13 obstacles (16 efforts), and a time allowed of 91 seconds in what was a 1.55m class at the famed Calgary arena.Only 12 combinations answered every question asked of the course and advanced to the jump-off but it was Coyle who dominated winning with Farrel (Ariel Grange), stopping the timers in 38.63 in the tiebreaker to cement victory.The pair (above) actually fell behind the target early on but a couple of very tight turns helped make up ground after falling behind early on. In the end, he also claimed the silver ribbon with Farrels Lothlorien Farm stablemate Urville Z, clocking 39.47.Swail also had two horses in the jump-off. Theo 160 (Mannon Farms) knocked the penultimate obstacle in pursuit of the time to be seventh but the Down man was last in with Clonterm Obolensky (Oliver Glancy), the Irish Sport Horse bred in Co Meath by Brian Duff.They were two-tenths in front at the first checkpoint but the tight turns executed by Coyle and his 16-year-old were uncatchable.Spruce Meadows is great, said the Derry native. You come here for the four tournaments and you stay in one place, which we dont get to do much. The horses can grow every week and you can jump a bigger class or a smaller class depending how your week is going so its a really big thing in our schedule.Earlier on, Swail had introduced his two-star winning machine Kazelli VDL to five-star company and he looked very comfortable indeed, jumping to second in the Francis Family Cup 1.50m behind Jos Verlooy and Parise Van Den Dael.Nallon added to the five-star tally for Irish athletes, which he achieved in Ramatuelle on Friday with Megalon K (Beerbaum Stables).It was a sensational display by the pair (above) to win the 1.50m jump-off class with a definitive time of 34.77 when recording their second clear, for it looked as if Katrin Eckermann (GER) and Iron Dames Cascajall NRW had done enough with their standard of 34.90.If I hadnt been watching Katrins round I dont think Id have taken the risk! Nallon said afterwards in relation to a turnback executed by the German that had spectators gasping in the stands.Taking the win yesterday, and again today I think under the south of France sun might just be our lucky charm.On Saturday, Coyle and Farrel would return to the Spruce Meadows podium but not for the first time in recent weeks, it was a bit bittersweet to be a bronze medallist in the RBC Grand Prix of Canada, presented by Rolex, with by some distance the quickest time of 41.99 in the jump-off of just six combinations.One rub of a pole cost them first prize in the International Ring but it was still an excellent show once more from the deadly duo.The same day, Shane Sweetnam and Pia Maria H (Seabrook/Sweetnam) were fifth in a 1.50m jump-off class, while OConnor and Bertram Allen (were fourth and fifth in Sundays Grand Prix, riding Chatolinue PS and Qonquest De Rigo respectively.Billy Twomey left Sopot with the major pot on Sunday, partnering his own Ace of Hearts Z to glory in the four-star Grand Prix at the Polish venue.The duo (above) had provided the clear round as anchors, that secured a jump-off spot for Ireland in the Nations Cup a couple of days earlier, and with Alex Butler and Max Wachman also contributing significantly, it was left to Shane Breen and Scarteen to bring it home against the clock.On Sunday, Twomey and Ace of Hearts completed a memorable double. The technical course asked many questions, that for many, went unanswered but the Cork veteran and his ten-year-old stallion were well up to the task, posting two blemish-free rounds, the second in a time of 41.62 that was a second quicker than that recorded by runner-up, Roberto Previtali (ITA) with Quirinus 27.Eoin McMahon was a silver medallist in Sentower Parks four-star Grand Prix the same day. The Cratloe pilot and Disney Z (Baekgaarden Youngster) were agonisingly close in the Oakland Arena, but victory eluded him in Oudsbergen by two-tenths of a second.The pair jumped a brilliant double clear in the 1.60m class, and 42.58 earned them 21,100, with the overall honours going to Brazils Yuri Mansur, with Mister Jup (42.38).His fellow Clare native, Philip McGuane bagged a second international success in as many weeks, following up last weeks four-star triumph with a two-star victory in the 1.45m Welcome Takes at HITS Saugerties.The New Yorkers might have been anticipating the conclusion of a 53-year famine to become NBA champions but McGuane has been much more prolific of late and he guided Paso Doble SCF (Evergate Stables) to top spot thanks to a jump-off time of 40.29 in the Douglas Elliman GP Stadium on Friday night (above).She is a very good jumper, a clear round machine, said McGuane of the 11-year-old mare. I was just going for a nice, smooth, jump-off round with her. A lot of people had the skinny down, so I just made sure I jumped that well, and the rest turned great.Jordan Coyle made it a good week the Ardmore clan, as the elder sibling cantered to an easy success in the two-star Grand Prix in Peelbergen on Saturday, just a couple of days after Daniels 1-2 at Spruce Meadows..The US-based athlete enjoyed going Dutch with Cordiamo (Elan Farm) absolutely blitzing the opposition in the 1.45m jump-off in the Van Mossel Arena. A dozen combinations resumed for the tiebreaker but this was a one-sided affair, as Coyle and his 10-year-old set a time of 39.19 that was more than two and a half seconds quicker than the mark recorded by runners-up Enno Klaphake (GER) and Chacvarlon PS.Jordan Coyle and Cordiamo stand to attention as one of seven international class winners at two-star 1.45m and higher for the Irish last weekBREEDINGCLONTERM 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).The post Nallons sizzling St Tropez double appeared first on .

Maeve Deverell has been selected to represent Ireland at the 2026 FEI Dressage European Championship for Juniors next month at the Equine Sport Center Olomouc, Czech Republic.It will be a second European Championship appearance for the Offaly teenager, who competed in the Children on Horses European Championship for Ireland in 2023 with homebred 13-year-old Annaharvey Dunowen (ISH).She will again partner Annaharvey Dunowen, bred in Tullamore, Co. Offally by her grandfather Henry, having impressed this season with her consistent results, highlighted by a third-place finish at Hartpury.Horse Sport Ireland High Performance Dressage Manager, Anne Marie Dunphy, said: Im very pleased that Maeve will represent us in Olomouc. During the selection period they have shown consistent results including a podium finish at Hartpury CDI and we look forward to seeing them taking their place at the championships. I would like to thank all of the athletes, their parents and support teams involved in the High Performance Programme for their hard work and commitment, and to our official sponsors for their ongoing support.BREEDING: Annaharvey Dunowen (ISH) 2013 gelding by Radolin (KWPN) out of Who Dun It (ISH). Breeder: Henry Deverell. Owner: Sam Deverell. Rider: Maeve Deverell (IRL)The post Maeve Deverell selected to represent Ireland for second time at European Championship appeared first on .

The countdown to the FEI Jumping Youth European Championships has now begun in earnest after a very successful week at the Future Champions show in Hagen, Germany that concluded at the weekend.Irelands youth athletes returned from Hagen with a hat-trick of podium finishes as well as individual standout performances, much to the delight of Horse Sport Ireland High Performance Youth Jumping Manager Denis Flannelly.Flannelly oversaw three team podium finishes, which included a remarkable comeback for the Young Rider team to finish third, and a pair of silver medals for the Pony and Children on Horses teams. This was the final shown in a series of competitions that will help inform Flannelly and his selection committee choose the combinations and squads at the two championships that will take place in Hagen, Germany that commence on July 19th and run for the week, then Le Mans, France the following week.He said: It has been an excellent campaign to date, with many podium finishes in Nations Cups across all of the age categories. We have competed at Sentower, Compiegne, Zuidwolde and at the weekend in Hagen.It is very important to give these young athletes the opportunity to experience being part of a team and to perform in the Cup format. They need to experience what its like to be a team member and play their part on that team as well as dealing with the associated pressure and of course feel the camaraderie that only a Nations Cup can give. There is no better way to prepare for the European Championships, which is the ultimate Nations Cup, than fielding teams in the FEI European Nations Cup Series.Weve had many amazing results over the course of the series to date a lot of which has come from new combinations and young athletes competing for their country for the very first time. We have been very pleased with the progress made over the last number of months.As Flannelly says, there is no substitute for the pressure that Nations Cup format jumping brings and while the Irish squads had an incredibly successful 2025, he was keen for new combinations to stake a claim to be part of the championships in Hagen next month.Obviously last summer was incredible, adds Flannely. We came home with numerous medals in various categories and our young athletes developed greatly from being part of the championships.Within the programme, one of our main goals is to develop a pathway to the senior level of our sport. We must always be looking forward and continue to strive for great things year-on-year.Our Horse Sport Ireland Youth Jumping Programme gives athletes the opportunity to develop and compete at the highest level amongst their peers in Europe, and so many of these athletes have gone on to the top of our sport.Because of the fact our youth athletes have had the experience of competing at various Nations Cup shows around Europe, the step up to senior level showjumping becomes easier.That is something we must always remain focused on.Looking back at Hagen last weekend, Flannelly was particularly pleased with the character shown by Irelands young athletes. To give an example, Irelands Young Rider team looked very much out of contention for a medal at the halfway point in their Nations Cup after finishing round one on a score of 26 faults yet recovered to finish in third place on a final tally of 27, with just one time fault picked up in round two.Flannellys philosophy of meeting as a team before, during and after competing bore fruit.Flannelly adds: That took guts and character, as well as the talent all four riders obviously have in the saddle. They would have been forgiven for going through the motions at that stage of the competition, licked their wounds and come back to fight another day but they were having none of that and it was so impressive to see.Obviously our Pony and Children on Horses teams were also brilliant. Both teams are the youngest Irish international athletes competing and both performed admirably to finish on the podium in the silver medal position.The conditioning of young people at that level to deal with the pressures associated will serve them well as they develop and continue through the programme into Junior and Young Rider categories.This is all part of the pathway to senior level. We are so proud of all our athletes who competed in Hagen and through the Nations Cup Series. Now we enthusiastically look forward to the challenges that lay ahead at the Europeans in July.The post All roads lead to the Europeans after Irish Youths impress at Future Champions Nations Cup show in Hagen appeared first on .

Irish Sport Horses fill top 10 places all over this week. Great to see Novice classes full of Irish bred young stock as well as honors for the more well-known names. Ponies again getting exceptional results.See below the up-to-date results for this week unverified results will be added to next weeks results.Bramham International (GBR) 10th 14th June 2026CCI 4* Long1st Its Cooley Time (ISH)[was ESI Calypso] 2015 gelding by Quality Time (HOLST) out of Arabella (ISH) by Heartbreaker (KWPN). Breeder: Ennisnag Stud (Kilkenny). Rider: Bubby Upton (GBR) 24.2, 0, 3.6 = 27.82nd Cooley Snapchat (ISH)[was Primo Arkan] 2014 gelding by Kannan (KWPN) out of Anabee Arkansas (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Alan Wheeler (Limerick). Rider: Selina Milnes (GBR) 27.9, 0.8, 0.0 = 28.77th Cushlas Indigo (ISH) 2017 gelding by Imperial Heights (ISH)[TIH] out of Olovos Love me Do (AES) by Animo Eliter (AES). Breeder: J P Finlay. Rider: Katie Magee (GBR) 31.5, 4, 0.0 = 35.58th Piltown Concorde (ISH) 2016 gelding by Royal Concord (ISH) out of Piltown Flighty (ISH) by Errigal Flight (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Patrick Doddy. Rider: Lizzie Baugh (GBR) 31.7, 4, 0.4 = 36.1.CCI4* Short3rd Bloomfield Manuscript (ISH) 2015 gelding by Financial Reward (TB) out of Bloomfield Lucy Locket (ISH) by Olympic Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Daphne Tierney (Wicklow). Rider: Sam Ecroyd (GBR) 33.7, 0, 0.0 = 33.74th Chapel House (ISH)[was Dicksgrove Heartbeat] 2014 gelding by Sibon W (KWPN) out of Dicksgrove Coleen (ISH). Breeder: John OSullivan (Kerry). Rider: Alex Tian (CHN) 30.3, 0.4, 4.0 = 34.77th Manjushri (ISH)[was Candy Classic] 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Ramiro in the Air (ISH) by Ramiro B (BWP). Breeder: Michael Burke. Rider: Alex Hua Tian (CHI) 29.4, 0, 8.0 = 37.410th Classicals Euro Star (ISH) 2014 gelding by Ol Metta (SF) out of Johns Porter (ISH)[TIH] by Porter Rhodes (TB). Breeder: John Pender (Carlow). Rider: Zara Tindall (GBR) 34.4, 0.4, 6.8 = 41.6.West Wilts One Day Event (GBR)13th 14th July 2026Open Novice Sec Q7th ELS Dakota (ISH) -2017 mare by Hoeks Ludo W (AES) out of Miss Patience (ISH)[TIH] by Cult Hero (TB). Breeder: Lauren Morrow. Rider: Elle Slack (GBR) 33.3, 0, 0.8 = 34.19th HSH Good as Gold (ISH) 2015 gelding by Metropole (KWPN) out of Rabon (ISH) by Ramabo (HOLST). Breeder: Mike Comerford. Rider: Helen Martin (GBR) 33.0, 0, 1.6 = 34.6.Open Novice Under 18 Sec R4th Riverstown Rollercoaster (ISH) 2013 gelding by Diamond Roller (ISH) out of Black Roller (ISH) by High Roller (ISH). Breeder: Gerard Callan. Rider: Dottie Read (GBR) 36.3, 4, 24.0 = 64.3.Novice Sec O2nd Brookfield Royale Love (ISH)[was Kealanine Chief] 2019 gelding by Fruits of Love (TB) out of Kealanine Dreamer (ISH) by West Coast Cavalier (ISH). Breeder: Richard ORegan. Rider: Jonelle Price (NZL) 24.8, 0, 4.4 = 29.24th Drumalagagh Cruiser Jones (ISH) 2019 gelding by Numero Cruise (ISH) out of Watervalley Diamond Courcel (ISH) by Dow Jones Courcell (SF). Breeder: Irish Sport Horse. Rider: Gubby Leech (GBR) 32.5, 0, 0.0 = 32.55th Polly Can Do (ISH) 2020 mare by Hiello (KWPN) out of Polly Cailin (TB) by Zagreb (TB). Breeder: John Gahan. Rider: Louisa Lockwood (GBR) 28.3, 1, 3.6 = 32.96th Kilbunny Blue Bird (ISH) 2017 gelding by Kilbunny Blue (ISH) out of Bite Wing (TB)[IRL] by Bobs Return (TB)[IRL]. Breeder: Richard OHara. Rider: Claire Deuten (GBR) 34.5, 0, 0.0 = 34.58th Hidden Eclipse (ISH)[TIH][was Templebready Eclipse] 2017 gelding by Chinook Eclipse (TB) out of Templebready Jocelyn (ISH)[TIH} by Templebready Fear Bui (CP). Breeder: Caitriona Morrissey. Rider: Eva Carse (GBR) 29.0, 0, 7.2 = 36.2.Novice Sec P1st Hardingville Lagoon (unk) 2018 gelding by Guinness (KWPN) out of Hardingville Clockwork Bay (unk) by Rhettsweden (TB). Breeder: Deirdre Connolly. Rider: William Fox-Pitt (GBR) 27.8, 0, 0.8 = 28.62nd Classicals Westcoastcooler (ISH) 2012 gelding by West Coast Cavalier (ISH) out of Greybrook Sasha (ISH) by Ruaille Buaille Bui (CP). Breeder: Ray Murphy. Rider: Vickey Browne-Cole (GBR) 29.0, 0, 3.2 = 32.25th Zorgvliet Merlot (ISH) 2019 mare by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP) out of Rose Garland (WNTR) by Mr H VII (WNTR). Breeder: Julie Radden, Rider: Sean Duffy (IRL) 31.5, 0, 5.6 = 37.18th Dylasau Sophie Eleri (unk) 2018 mare by an unknown sire out of Bridge House Seattle Rouge (ISH) by Baltimore (BWP). Breeder:Trevor Badger. Rider: Jessica Saunders (GBR) 37.8, 0, 5.6 = 43.4.Ebworth One Day Event (GBR) 14th June 2026Open Novice Sec K4th Castletown IV (ISH) 2013 gelding by Pacino (BWP) out of Clone Royale (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Maura Ivanoff (Wexford). Rider: Ruth Tatam (GBR) 31.5, 0, 7.6 = 39.17th Coolvaun Ab Fab (ISH) 2015 mare by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP) out of Coolvaun Molly (ISH) by Lancelot (KWPN). Breeder: Mairead Edel & Claire Madigan (Clare). Rider: Sophie Waterer (GBR) 33.3, 12, 7.2 = 52.5.Open Novice Under 18 Sec L2nd Garralent (ISH) 2020 gelding by Valent (KWPN) out of Garronturton Beach (ISH) by Beach Ball (ISH). Breeder: Lisa Rosbotham. Rider: Cordelia White (GBR) 32.8, 4, 3.6 = 40.43rd Lisheen Eclipse (unk) 2013 gelding OIO. Rider: Bella Freebody (GBR) 325, 8, 4.8 = 45.35th Kilbunny Mistico (ISH) 2019 by Malito de Rive (SF) out of Agonda (KWPN) by Silverstone(ZANG). Breeder: Richard OHara. Rider: Maisie Forbes (GBR) 39.0, 0, 42.4 = 81.4.Novice Sec I5th Fourfields Triumph (ISH) 2019 gelding by Triomphe de Muze (BUP) out of Outbound (AES) by Outcast (AES). Breeder: Donal Galvin. Rider: Heidi Coy (GBR) 31.8, 0, 0.0 = 31.86th MT Diacontina (ISH) 2020 mare by Diacontinus (HANN) out of Lux So Easy (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Gareth Carlisle. Rider: Cassie Sanger (GBR) 28.3, 0, 3.6 = 31.98th MHS Royal Harlequin (ISH) 2011 gelding by Cavalier Royale (HOLST) out of MHS Harlequin di Busted (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder: Sinead Byrne (Kilkenny) Rider: James Taylor (GBR) 31.3, 4, 0.8 = 36.19th 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, 4, 0.0 = 36.5.Novice Sec J2nd Cruising Cougar Bear (ISH)[TIH] 2018 gelding by Bannvalley Navillus (ID) out of Cougars Gypsey Cruising (ISH)[TIH] by Cougar (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Micheal & Chris Mannion. Rider: Fleur Lemke (GBR) 29.0, 4, 0.0 = 33.04th Donogue Monbeg (ISH) 2019 mare by Tyson (KWPN) out of Fata (unk). Breeder: George Hill. Rider: Sarah Fanning (GBR) 33.0, 0, 3.2 = 36.26th Deise MBF Dynamite (ISH) 2019 gelding by Luidam (KWPN) out of Costa Kica K (SBS) by Kashmir Van Schuttershof (SBS). Breeder: Aidan & Emma de Brun Deise Sporthorses. Rider: Georgie Bowett (GBR) 34.3, 4, 0.8 = 39.17th Merlins Rebel (ISH) 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Merlins Castaway (ISH)[TIH] by Rich Rebel (TB). Breeder: Willie Fahy. Rider: Terry Walsh (GBR) 37.0, 4, 0.0 = 41.09th WSH Quality Cruz (ISH) 2018 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Lough Neagh Cruise (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: David Williams. Rider: Caroline Clarke (GBR) 35.3, 4, 2.8 = 42.110th Carrabawn Francis (ID) 2018 gelding by Young Carrabawn (ID) out of Milleys Glidawn Clover (RID) by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: Noreen OSullivan. Rider: Baren Major (GBR) 34.5, 4, 4.0 = 42.5.Fine & Country South of Scotland One Day Event (GBR) 13th 14th June 2026Open Intermediate Sec Q1st Toledo R (ISH)[was Toledo Boy] 2014 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Cross Cruise Princess (ISH)[TIH] by Crosstown Dancer (ID). Breeder: Oliver Murphy (Mayo). Rider: Helen Self Dodd (GBR) 22.7, 0, 6.0 = 28.72nd Cooley Incognito (ISH) 2017 gelding by Con Air (HOLST) out of BP Masterpiece (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Greg Broderick. Rider: Andrew Downes (GBR) 30.0, 0, 0.0 = 30.04th Mile Beach (ISH) 2017 gelding by Beach Ball (ISH) out of Lanmore (SIES) by Lougherne Cappuchino (HOLST). Breeder: Georgina & Rodney Gault. Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 29.8, 4, 9.6 = 43.45th Mile Beach (ISH) 2017 gelding by Beach Ball (ISH) out of Lanmore (SIES) by Lougherne Cappuchino (HOLST). Breeder: Georgina & Rodney Gault. Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 30.2, 4, 10.0 = 44.2.Intermediate Sec R3rd Killerisk Cooley (ISH)[was Killerisk Luke & Cooley Carolean] 2018 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Ballybunion Buffett (ISH)[TIH] by French Buffet (TB). Breeder: Maura Counihan. Rider: Annie Broad (GBR) 30.2, 4, 5.6 = 39.8.Open Novice Sec O2nd Dinadan (ISH) 2014 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Carneyhaugh Dawn (ISH) by Don Juan de la Bouverie (SBS). Breeder: Brian Smyth. Rider: Emily Orpwood (GBR) 30.3, 4, 12.8 = 47.14th Burma Star (ISH) 2017 gelding by Pointilliste (ISH) out of Puissance Royale (ISH) by Puissance (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Emily Orpwood (GBR) 29.3, 4, 25.6 = 58.9.Open Novice Under 18 sec P1st Carraiganard Obie (ISH) 2019 gelding by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Newtown Star (ISH) by Rehy High Society (ISH). Breeder: PJ Roche. Rider: Zurie Dempster (GBR) 23.8, 0, 1.6 = 25.42nd Lissyegan Mikie Lou (ISH) 2009 gelding by Luidam (KWPN) out of Lady Persian (ISH)[TIH] by Royal Persian (TB). Breeder: Michael Healy. Rider: Alba McLean (GBR) 30.8, 0, 4.8 = 35.6.Only 3 finished.Novice Sec M1st Dignified Augusta Rose (ISH) 2018 mare by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP) out of Glandoran Lucy (ISH) by Emperor Augustus (TB). Breeder: George Chapman. Rider: Sean Henderson (GBR) 30.5, 0, 0.0 = 30.53rd Watervalley Black Ace (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Watervalley Cool Diamond (ISH)[TIH] out of Moyardwood Lady (TB) by Master Lord (TB). Breeder: Stephen David Reilly. Rider: Morgan Grey (GBR) 32.0, 4, 0.0 = 36.04th THL Roxy (ISH) 2017 mare by Sibon W (KWPN) out of Conors Gold (ISH) by Tinarana Goldwave (HANN). Breeder: Stephen Hickey. Rider: Eilidh Costelloe (GBR) 32.8, 0, 3.6 = 36.45th Innisfree Loki (ISH) 2018 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Viganda D (NRPS) by Oklund (KWPN). Breeder: Eamon McArdle. Rider: Sarah Wilkie (GBR) 33.5, 0, 4.0 = 37.57th Playing It Cooley (ISH)[was Drumiller Duke] 2017 gelding by Cardento (HOLST) out of Millburren Meg (ISH)[TIH] by Flagmount Diamond (ID). Breeder: Paul Dillon. Rider: Louise Doherty (IRL) 32.0, 4, 5.6 = 41.68th Scarletts Hold On (ISH) 2014 gelding by Hold Up Premier (SF) out of Scarletts Diamond (ISH) by Mount Diamond Flag (ID). Breeder: Gary Audley. Rider: Lorna Hogarth (GBR) 33.3, 3, 8.4 = 44.710th Rock N Around (ISH)[TIH] 2015 gelding by Frankfort Boy (TB) out of Countess Judy (ISH)[TIH] by Kildalton King (ID). Breeder: Ben Furney. Rider: Lara Batley Kerr (GBR) 37.0, 12, 3.6 = 52.6.Novice Sec N1st Master of Ballantrae (ISH) 2018 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Lotts Star (ISH)[TIH] by Ghareeb (TB). Breeder: Tania Dowling. Rider: Sean Henderson (GBR) 26.3, 6, 6.4 = 38.72nd Cloud Master (ISH) 2016 gelding by Golden Master (TB) out of Slyguff Amber (ISH) by Maltstriker (KWPN). Breeder: Barbara Hatton. Rider: Nim Spalding (GBR) 33.3, 8, 1.6 = 42.95th Corido (ISH) 2018 gelding by Cormint (HOLST) out of Ardco (ISH) by Shannondale Sarso st Ghyvan (BWP). Breeder: Tommy Merrigan. Rider: Douglas Crawford (GBR) 37.8, 4, 6.4 = 48.26th BH Gringos Dancer (ISH) 2017 gelding by Udancer Hero (KWPN) out of Gringos Colourfield (ISH)[TIH] by Coulerfield (TB). Breeder: Kieran Phelan. Rider: Sophie Allcroft (GBR) 36.3, 8, 6.4 = 50.77th Forans Reward (ISH) 2015 mare by Financial Reward (TB) out of Cavalier Royalty by Cavalier Royale. Breeder: John Foran. Rider: Daisy Job (GBR) 31.5, 12, 9.6 = 53.18th Unnamed (1021624) (ISH) 2020 gelding by A Umonia 60 (WPN) out of Lowhill Slow Down (ISH) by Carrick Diamond Lad (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Gene Ormiston. Rider: Charlotte Melin (GBR) 44.3, 4, 8.0 = 56.310th Ballytarsna R Fowler (ISH) 2015 gelding by Colonel Clover (WNTR) out of Ballytarsna Cassie (ISH)[TIH] by Errigal Flight (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Philip Cass. Rider: Molly Selby (GBR) 48.8, 4, 30.8 = 83.6.Berkshire College One Day Event (GBR) 13th 14th June 2026Open Novice Sec E1st Kroongraaf Elegance (ISH) 2017 gelding by Kroongraaf (KWPN) out of Liscannor Elegance (ISH) by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan BWP). Breeder: John Scales. Rider: George Hilton-Jones (GBR) 26.3, 0, 0.8 = 27.15th GFS Apollo (ISH) 2014 gelding by Capri Van Overis Z (ZANG) out of Lady Solerina (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Marty Jordan (Carlow). Rider: Lauren Wilson (GBR) 29.0, 0, 4.8 = 33.89th Isabelle Rose Bud (ISH) 2017 mare by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Good Touch (ISH). Breeder: John P Lindsay. Rider: Martha Kennedy (GBR) 33.5, 0, 5.2 = 38.710th Hawksworth [ISH] 2013 gelding by Loch Cruise [ISH] out of Heros Socks [ISH] by Cult Hero (TB). Breeder: Michael Byrne (Wicklow). Rider: Georgie Featherstone (GBR) 33.0, 0, 7.2 = 40.2.Open Novice Under 18 Sec D1st Oscars Delight (ISH) 2015 gelding by O-Piloth (KWPN) out of Lukes Pet (ISH) by Furistos Diamond (ISH). Breeder: Fiona Claffey. Rider: Alfred Allan (GBR) 35.0, 0, 0.0 = 35.03rd Ballyvadd Sarco (ISH) 2011 gelding by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BEWB) out of Ballyvadd Lux (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Andrew Kirwan (Waterford). Rider: Isabel Ennett (GBR) 33.0, 4, 10.0 = 47.04th Barrington 57 (ISH)[was Quantized] 2015 gelding by Quantino (HOLST) out of Wheres Juliette [ISH] by Luck Valier [ISH]. Breeder: Olivia Forrestal (Wexford). Rider: Daisy Callaghan (GBR) 34.8, 12, 1.6 = 48.47th Killinas Oisin (ISH) 2017 mare by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Ballin Clover Penny (ISH)[TIH] by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Kenneth Keyes. Rider: Erin Brown (GBR) 34.8, 0, 38.0 = 72.8.Novice Sec A1st Ballyj Ed (ISH)[TIH] 2018 gelding by Black Hero (ID) out of Memories of Emly (TB) by Pilsudski (TB). Breeder: Fintan McGrath. Rider: Emily Proud (GBR) 31.0, 0, 0.0 = 31.02nd Oughterard VDL (ISH) 2016 gelding by Harlequin du Carel (SF) out of Tullaher Penelope (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Gerard Lynch. Rider: Jodie Rogers (GBR) 31.0, 0, 0.0 = 31.04th CBH Clover Lining (ISH) 2017 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Clover Vancouver (ISH)[TIH] by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Shawn Curry. Rider: Harriet Birkby (GBR) 35.3, 0, 0.0 = 35.3.Novice Sec B1st DSH Olympic Fight (ISH) 2017 gelding by Olympic Lux (KWPN) out of Brandonview Flight (ISH) by Douglas Cavalier (ISH). Breeder: Seamus Drea. Rider: Ruth Hole (GBR) 26.5, 0, 0.0 = 26.55th The Dane (ISH) 2020 mare by Echonix (ISH) out of GCS Paris (ISH) by LArc de Triomphe (OLD). Breeder: Clare Hughes. Rider: San Jenkins (GBR) 28.8, 0, 8.4 = 37.29th Arkans High Flyer (ISH) 2014 gelding by Arkan (AES) out of Garryduff Diamond (ISH) by Ricado Z (ZANG). Breeder: Cyril Frazer. Rider: Hannah Stephens (GBR) 34.3, 8, 13.2 = 55.510th GRC Perhaps (ISH) 2019 gelding by Vivant Van de Heffinck (BWP) out of Loughnavatta Heather (ISH) by Clover Brigade (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Rory Costigan. Rider: Greta Mason (GBR) 33.8, 0, 32.4 = 66.2.Novice Sec C1st Kilcannon Phoenix (ISH) 2020 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of Kilcannon Quality Cruise(ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: Mary Bolger. Rider: Andrew James (GBR) 30.3, 0, 0.0 = 30.32nd MJB Believe the Hype (ISH) 2019 mare by Hype (KWPN) out of Ballingowan Chara (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Ann OGrady. Rider: Greta Mason (GBR) 27.5, 0, 3.2 = 30.77th Dolmen Delta Force (ISH) 2019 gelding by HHS Cornet out of Dolmen Delicious by Cavalo Z. Breeder: Kack Murphy. Rider: Gemma Watts (GBR) 25.8, 0, 11.2 = 37.010th Ardnacashel Rossini (ISH) 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of My Mountain Lady (ISH) by Sir Rivie.(ID) Breeder: Janice Reddy. Rider: Alberto Giugni (ITA) 34.0, 4, 6.8 = 44.8.Aspen Farm International and Horse Trials (USA) 11th 14th June 2026CCI 3* Short1st HSH Bold Decision (ISH)[was My Bold Decision] 2015 gelding by Sibon W (KWPN) out of Dubietys Fashion (TB) by Dubiety (TB). Breeder: Timothy T Tierney. Rider: Anni Grandia-Dodson (USA) 43.5, 17.2, 4.4 = 65.1.Open Intermediate1st Monbeg Heatwave (ISH) 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Willows Music (ISH)[TIH] by Rhoman Rule (TB). Breeder: Diarmaaid Considine. Rider: Elizabeth Bohling (USA) 36.9, 0.4, 0.0 = 37.3.Chaumont en Vexin International (FRA) 27th 31st May 2026CCI 4* Long1st Flash Cooley (ISH)[was Castlefield Casper] -2012 gelding by CSF Mr Kroon [ISH] out of Castleford Ruby (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: Jim ONeill (Kilkenny). Rider: Gemma Stevens (GBR) 24.4, 0, 0.0 = 24.45th Cooley Park Muze (ISH)[was TJM Reuben] 2016 gelding by Pollux de Muze Z (ZANG) out of TJM L Arc In the Park (ISH) by LArc de Triomphe (OLD). Breeder: John Connolly. Rider: Gemma Stevens (GBR) 25.8, 4, 0.0 = 29.8.CCI 3* Long4th DSH Mr D (ISH) 2017 gelding by Emerald Vant Ruytershof (BWP) out of DSH Amy D (unk) by Olympic Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Geraldine Drea. Rider: Kitty King (GBR) 26.0, 0.4, 6.8 = 33.25th MBF Jackpot (ISH)[was Sundance Jackpot] 2018 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Limericks Girl (ISH) by Limmerick (HOLST). Breeder: Patrick Quigley. Rider: Jack Pinkney (GBR) 33.7, 0, 0.0 = 33.77th Kilcoltrim Cooley (ISH)[was Kilcoltrim Kory] 2018 gelding by Plot Blue (KWPN) out of Cavimperius (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Aileen Doyle. Rider: Kitty King (GBR) 32.1, 0, 5.2 = 37.3.CCI 3* Short10th 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: Holly Woodhead (GBR) 31.8, 0, 3.2 = 34.8.CCI 2* Long2nd Shannondale Arva (ISH) 2018 mare by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP) out of Shannondale Melodie (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Mary Walsh. Rider: Alexander Bregg (GBR) 31.0, 0, 0.0 = 31.05th LSF The Boss (ISH) 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Zolottie (KWPN) by Emilion (KWPN). Breeder: Antoinette & Robert Bryan. Rider: Jonelle Price (NZL) 28.2, 4, 0.0 = 32.210th MBF Bonfire Heart (ISH) 2019 gelding by Castlecomer Q (ISH) out of Ramirma (KWPN) by Damiro (KWPN). Breeder: Jason Hiuggins. Rider: Matis Cogniet (FRA) 28.1, 4.4, 0.0 = 32.5.CCI 2* Short4th Greannanstown Sarahs Lady (ISH) 2020 mare by Dodarde E Z (ZANG) out of Greannstown Maxine Cruise (ISH) by Ballycapple Breeze (ISH). Breeder: Geraldine Flynn. Rider: Holly Woodhead (GBR) 31.7, 0, 0.0 = 31.7.CCIP 2* Short4th Ringfort Jack Sparrow (CP) 2014 gelding by Cheeky Bobby Sparrow (CP) out of Ringfort Glass Slipper (CP) by Westside Mirah (CP). Rider: Persia Matta (ITA) 28.9, 0, 4.4 = 33.36th Astronautes Voyage (ISH)[TIH] 2013 gelding by Cashelbay Prince (CP) out of Lady Theillet (CP) by Celtic Bobby Sparrow (CP). Breeder: Patrick J Kearns. Rider: Isabella Owers (ITA) 31.4, 4, 0.0 = 35.47th Fairyhouse Un A Pickle (ISH) 2018 mare by Gwennic De Goariva out of Supreme Honey by Supreme Leader. Breeder: David Byrne. Rider: Cloe Panuccio (ITA) 31.8, 4, 0.4 = 36.28th Tullibard Sixth Sense AC (unk)[was Grantstown SP] 2012 gelding OIO. Rider: Lieve Van Houte (NED) 28.3, 8, 0.0 = 36.39th Clonberne Leedy (CP) 2017 gelding by Dexter Leam Pondi (CP) out of Clonberne Lux Lady (CP) by Eagles Ledge (CP). Rider: Isbella Giovannoni (ITA) 32.6, 4.4, 0.0 = 37.010th Longwood Dawn (CP) 2013 gelding by I Love You Melody (CP) out of Dawn Delite (CP) by Laerkrns Cascade Dawn (CP). Rider: Persia Matt (ITA) 30.5, 2, 5.6 = 38.1.CCIP 1* Short3rd SNS Apollo (ISH) 2019 gelding by Amigo (KWPN) out of Parkroe Lucky Lass (ISH) by Tynagh Miller (CP). Breeder: Thomas McMahon. Rider: Stella Giovannoni (ITA) 34.0, 0.4, 6.8 = 41.24th Esker Tallyho Oliver (CP) 2019 mare by Ardbear Oliver out of tallyho Millie by Monaghanstown Fionn Rider: Julynne Vermonden (BEL) 35.7, 8, 0.0 = 43.75th Hello Happy (unk) 2009 gelding OIO. Rider: Sander de Gusseme (BEL) 40.5, 5.8, 2.0 = 48.17th Summerdale Melody (ISH) 2017 mare by I Love You Melody (CP) out of Penure Gem (ISH) by Chacoa (HOLST). Breeder: Jeremiah Meehan. Rider: Pauline Goesaert (BEL) 38.7, 0, 13.6 = 52.3.Kronenberg International (NED) 4th 7th June 2026CCI 4* Short10th Cooley Kildaire (ISH) 2013 gelding by Heritage Fortunus (HANN) out of HHS Clo Jo (ISH)[TIH] by Clover Echo (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Thomas Hughes (Kilkenny). Rider: Alexa Gartenberg (USA) 38.7, 8, 8.4 = 55.1.CCI 2* Short8th Molly Bloom (ISH) 2017 mare by Lancelot (KWPN)out of Puissance Gypsey (ISH)[TIH] by Puissance (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Elaine Pen (NED) 30.8, 0, 2.0 = 32.810th Poynstown Porsch (ISH) 2013 gelding by Porch (BWP) out of Laughtons Diamond Imp (ISH)[TIH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Norman Walsh. Rider: Fritz Michel Horn (GER) 30.8, 4, 0.0 = 34.8.Pompadour International (FRA) 4th 7th June 2026CCI 2* Long9th BT Martins Masterpiece (ISH)[was Martins Master] 2012 gelding by Darko Nite (ISH) out of Corballa Cat (unk). Breeder: James Brennan. Rider: Ella Rinaldi (FRA) 33.2, 6, 9.2 = 48.4.CCI 1* Intro9th Altaturk Carisma (ISH) 2018 mare by Carisma (SF) out of Sumiro (ISH) by Amiro M (ZWEI). Breeder: Vikki Warnock. Rider: Victoria Lucian (ITA) 32.7, 4, 0.0 = 36.7.These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman.These results are funded by Horse Sport Ireland.The post Irish Bred Horses take 1st and 2nd at Braham 4* Long appeared first on .

Irelands senior jumpers enjoyed a magnificent European afternoon on the double, landing a four-star Nations Cup win and a five-star podium finish.With the action taking place concurrently in Poland and France, the Irish first won in Sopot as Taylor Vards team were successful in the Nations Cup of Poland before Jessica Kurtens team staged a magnificent comeback to finish third in the Barriere Nations Cup at La Baule.Vard was first up with a team of Shane Breen, Alexander Butler, Max Wachman and Billy Twomey proving too strong for Argentina in a jump-off, with Breen and Scarteen sealing the deal.After two rounds of jumping, Ireland finished on a score of 8 faults, level with the South Americans. Japan conmpleted the podium.Wachman produced a double clear performance on Fancy De Kergane, with clears from Butler with Ti Amo Z, and Twomey under pressure with Ace Of Hearts Z as Irelands anchor, before Breen held his nerve to seal the win in the jump-off.Shane Breen and Scarteen sealed the deal for Ireland in the jump-off to win the Nations Cup of PolandVard said: I always knew we had a great chance but halfway through the second round I was starting to think wed be lucky to finish on the podium but our last two riders, Max and Billy, were just incredible.We never gave up, and then Shane went in and won it for us. Congratulations too to Argentina and Japan too, it was a great fight from start to finish but Im just delighted for our riders, horses, their owners and grooms.In La Baule, it turned into a game of two halves as Ireland were eighth of the 10 nations after round one, yet the mistakes had looked rectifiable, with Kenny, OConnor and Sweetnam only having four faults each and Allen a time fault.That was put right in no uncertain terms after the break, however, with Kenny and Eddy Blue, Allen and Qonquest De Rigo and OConnor with Chatouline PS all jumping clear rounds, meaning Sweetnams services were not required as Irelands anchor with James Kann Cruz (ISH).One by one, the errors crept in from the opposition, with Ireland climbing the standings to finish third behind winners France and runners-up Germany. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cian O'Connor (@cianoconnor_official)Horse Sport Ireland High Performance Manager, Kurten, said: Today was a very important event in La Baule as many countries brought extremely strong teams to measure where they are, looking ahead to the World Championships in Aachen.We started slowly in round one with concentration mistakes, which cost us a lot. Round two, however, was on point and where we should be. A podium is always good and the third place today showed us that while we are not there yet, we are moving very much in the right direction, so I finish the day feeling positive.The post Double podium for Irelands jumpers with win in Sopot and podium in La Baule appeared first on .

Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to name the newly Approved stallion Boleybawn Alvaro as Stallion of the Month for Edition 5 of the HSI Breeding Newsletter.Bred by Co Wicklows Ronan Rothwell, Boleybawn Alvaro is by Dominator 2000 Z (ZANG) out of Arina (KWPN) mare by Crown Z (ZANG).His dam, Arina, is a prolific dam of performance horses in her own right. Among her offspring so far are Boleybawn Actor (ISH) by Ars Vivendi (HOLST) who competed in the 5-Year-Old class at the 2016 FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses in Lanaken, Belgium with Darragh Ryan (IRL). He has since gone on to compete at 1.45m internationally with Germanys Johanna Zander-Keil, with whom he featured as part of the third placed German team at the Young Riders Nations Cup in Dielsdorf Zurich (SUI) in 2023. The combination has also placed with at 1.50m nationally in Germany.Boleybawn Aasha (ISH) by Dignified vant Zorgvliet (BWP) is also out of Arina, and this mare has had great success for Norwegian rider Mira Olivia Hoeidal. Together they have taken Top 10 placings at 1.50m level including the Grand Prix of the CSIO3* NC EEF in Drammen (NOR) 2022, the Grand Prix of the of the CSIO3* NC EEF in Uggerhalne (DEN) 2022 and a Top 10 in the 1.55m Table A Two Phase class at the CSI5*W in Oslo (NOR). They also represented Norway at the 2021 European Young Rider Showjumping Championships in Vilamoura, Portugal in 2021 and have placings at 1.60m level.Arina is also the dam of Boleybawn Cooley (ISH) by Dignified vant Zorgvliet (BWP), who competed at 1.45m level with Charlotte Jacobs (USA), Boleybawn Alexa (ISH) by Grandorado TN who competed in the 2025 FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses with Harry Wood (GBR) as part of the Ballypatrick team. Arina is also the dam of Global Karina (ISH) by Kannan (KWPN) who competed at Mondial Du Lion, the FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championship for Young Horses in 2023 and 2024 in the 6- and 7-year-old categories respectfully with Yasmin Olsson Payne (NOR).Boleybawn Alvaro himself can now add his victory in the Reitsport.ch Youngster Grand Prix at the 2026 CSIO5* in St Gallen (SUI) to his already successful international career as a young horse. Speaking with Horse Sport Ireland, Alvaros breeder Ronan Rothwell had the following to say: We decided to keep Alvaro as a stallion, as first of all we always felt that the pedigree was up to the standard to consider keeping him entire. His dam is from the mother line of Ratina Z and she has produced so many good sport horses that have competed from 1.40m right up to 1.60m level. Also her offspring have qualified for the Young Horse Championships in Dublin on 15 occasions, which I think is a remarkable achievement.Alvaro was born a beautiful type and when he was a young horse, he was, to me, the perfect specimen of a modern show jumper. His qualities: he possesses more all-around qualities than any other stallion that I know of on the circuit. From his mental attitude, his rideability, his canter, his technique, his suppleness, his carefulness, his scope, and his all-around will and want to compete and win. Hes been heavily exposed since he was a young horse, from being presented at the Horse Sport Ireland Stallion Selections as a four-year-old where he was Preliminary Approved, and later that year competed in the four-year-old championships in Dublin, placing third in the five-year-old championships at the RDS, reserve champion at the World Young Horses Championships in Lanaken, champion six-year-old at the RDS, placing fifth in the Seven-Year-Old World Championships at Lanaken, and now having just won the 7-& 8-Year-Old Championships at the five-star show in St Gallen in Switzerland.Boleybawn Alvaro presented at the Horse Sport Ireland Stallion Selections in 2022 where he passed Stage 1 and Stage 2 over the course of the two day event earning him is initial Preliminary Approved status with the Irish Sport Horse Studbook. At the inspection, the inspection panel had the following to say: Boleybawn Alvaro is a very attractive, modern sport horse. He has a very active, free walk with good use of his body. His trot is light, well balanced and covers ground. His canter shows impulsion, lightness, roundness with good balance. He is light off the floor with a good bascule and open with his haunches. He has excellent reflexes. His technique is good for his age and shows easy scope. This horse is very well produced and has superb rideability.In 2023, Irish team rider Niamh McEvoy took over the ride on Alvaro and the pair qualified for the 5-Year-Old Class at the RDS Dublin Horse Show in their first competitive outing together. They went on then to compete in both Championship qualifiers and the final without having a single pole down over the course of the week. They took 3rd place overall in the final and were named as part of the Team Ireland Equestrian Young Horse Squad who travelled to compete in Lanaken, Belgium in their first international foray together. There, they finished second overall to be Reserve Champion of the 5-Year-Old World Championship.Boleybawn Alvaro and his connections receiving his prize at the Dublin Horse ShowIn 2024, the returned to the hallowed Ballsbridge Arena in the RDS where they were yet again foot perfect all week and took the win in the 6-Year-Old Championship. They returned to Lanakens world famous Zangersheide Stud once again contest the FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses where the pairing fiished second in the second of the two Championship qualifiers.As a seven-year-old in 2025, Boleybawn Alvaro again appeared at Lanaken, making it a hat-trick of Championship appearances. He jumped double clear in the first 1.40m 7-Year-Old qualifier and took an 8th place finish in the second qualifier, a 1.40m Table A Speed. This was all capped off then on Finals Day when a single pole down in the jump off earned them a 5th place finish in the 7-Year-Old Championship. Over the course of three years, and eight rounds of jumping, McEvoy and Alvaro knocked only two poles in their appearances in Lanaken. An exceptional achievement. Speaking about the stallion, Niamh McEvoy had this to say: Ive been lucky enough to ride Alvaro since he was a 5-year-old and hes always been a real favourite in my string!Alvaro has proven himself time and time again, from winning medals in Lanaken, to winning the 6-Year-Old championship in Dublin, to more recently winning the 7- & 8-year-old final at the CSIO5* show in St Gallen. He has really demonstrated that he is a horse for the highest level of the sport.He is a stallion of outstanding character and quality, and combines talent, athleticism and an exceptional temperament. Alvaro is definitely one of the most consistent horses Ive ridden and I really believe he has a huge future in the sport!Ronan Rothwell, understandably a proud breeder continued by saying:For me when I breed a mare Im always looking for the natural traits in the stallion that I match her with so I find that the traits that are maybe not so visible, the traits that are hidden under the bonnet are the most important and can be hardest to identify for a breeder. I think with Alvaro its very easy for everybody to see that his concentration in the ring and his will to leave the poles in the cups and take on his courses is exceptional. I do believe that this will be a key to him breeding some very good horses in the future.When I watch him jump his courses and I review the videos, especially in slow motion, its really special to see how easily he can bend his body around the jumps and how supple he is all the way through his body and his legs. He can just use himself the way most horses cant.Im delighted to have been the breeder of Boleybawn Alvaro and its been a joy to watch him go through all the different stages in life. Were very lucky to be able to collaborate on ownership with Greg Broderick and his career has been managed to perfection by the team at Bally Patrick since he was a five-year-old.Were very lucky in Ireland to have some exceptional producers in the country because when we have the raw material like Alvaro, they cant fulfil their true potential unless a very professional and talented approach is taken and executed.Horse Sport Ireland would like to congratulate Ronan Rothwell, Niamh McEvoy and all the team at Ballypatrick for the success of Boleybawn Alvaro thus far and we wish them every success with the stallion as he continues his career internationally.The post Stallions in Focus Boleybawn Alvaro appeared first on .

Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to feature Steeped In Luck (IDC1), a stallion whose career has demonstrated both the versatility and enduring value of the Irish Draught breed on the international stage.Bred in Co. Louth by James Lee, Steeped In Luck was born in 2002. He stands at 170cm and is by Mount Diamond Flag (IDC1) out of Steeple View (IDC1) by Aghlerow (IDC1). Through his granddam Ginger Shiela (IDC1), Steeped In Luck also carries the genes of Ginger Dick (IDC1) in his pedigree. Ginger Dick was also the sire of the international showjumping Irish Draught stallion Classic Vision (IDC1).While many Irish Draught stallions establish their reputation through showing, breeding or the results of their offspring, Steeped In Luck forged his name through an exceptional performance career that demonstrated the adaptability of the breed at the highest levels of equestrian sport.In 2007, he attracted attention at the North American Irish Draught Society Annual Show in Chicago, winning all four classes in which he was entered, including the highly competitive In-Hand Stallion Class. Judges praised his correctness, balance and athleticism, describing him as a structurally sound horse with excellent movement and strong conformation.However, it would be in the dressage arena that Steeped In Luck would truly distinguish himself.At a time when Irish Draught horses were seldom seen competing against specialist warmbloods at elite dressage level, Steeped In Luck embarked on a career that would challenge perceptions of what the breed could achieve. Over the course of his career, he represented both Canada and the United States in international competition.Over the course of a lengthy career with a number of different riders, Steeped In Luck competed at CDI-W and CDI3* level at some of North Americas premier venues, including Wellington FL, Tryon NC and Devon PA, while also appearing on the FEI World Dressage Rankings. His record includes placings at Grand Prix level, including a third-place finish in a CDI-W Grand Prix in 2014 for Canadian rider Shannon Dueck and second place in a CDI-W Grand Prix Freestyle at Tryon with American rider Elizabeth Austin.Canadian Olympian Tom Dvorak was an early advocate for the stallions abilities, noting that Steeped In Luck could give the warmbloods a run for their money and demonstrating that the Irish Draught possessed the talent and athleticism required to compete successfully at advanced FEI levels. With Dvorak in the saddle, Steeped In Luck had several Top 10 finishes at CDI-W level including Saugerties NY in 2012.His achievements earned him a place on Dressage Canadas High Performance Long List and established him as one of the most successful purebred Irish Draughts to compete in international dressage during the modern era.Recognition of his quality extends beyond competition results. Steeped In Luck holds Class 1 status within the Irish Draught Studbook and has earned Gold Merit recognition for Dressage. He is also a Gold Premium Canadian Sport Horse.In 2024, the stallion arrived back in Ireland and has been based with the Carey family at Tullaghansleek Stud in Co. Westmeath ever since. The move represented an important opportunity for Irish breeders to access bloodlines that combine traditional Irish Draught characteristics with proven international performance credentials.Speaking about the stallion, Claire Carey of Tullaghansleek Stud said:Were very fortunate to stand Steeped in Luck at Tullaghansleek Stud, under the trust of Elizabeth and Keith Douglas who are the founders of his success. He brings back strong attributes of the Irish Draught which have been lacking in recent years. He has the conformation, pedigree and performance behind him. It also helps that hes a great colour! He is a pleasure to have in the yard. He knows his job well and he is extremely fertile, leaving our job simple.His first Irish crop are now yearlings. The standard he is producing is extremely high. We look forward to him being established as a sire of quality competitive horses as well as broodmares. We expect he will have a lasting impact on the breed.Today, Steeped In Luck occupies a unique place within the Irish Draught breed, combining traditional Irish Draught bloodlines with proven international Grand Prix dressage performance at World Cup level.Horse Sport Ireland would like to wish Steeped In Luck and his connections continued success as his first Irish-bred progeny continue to develop and follow in his footsteps.The post Stallions in Focus Steeped In Luck appeared first on .

Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to announce Libertys Just in Time as the first Stallion Of The Month for the Irish Cob Studbook.Libertys Just In Time is a Class 1, Elite Registered, 16.2hh piebald Irish Cob stallion. Owned by Brigid Devine of Devine Equestrian. Libertys Just In Time is currently running with her Elite herd of traditional Registered piebald Irish Cob mares in her Longford base.Libertys Just In Time, a real ambassador of the Irish Cob breed shows the traditional breed traits, a well-proportioned animal, compact and muscular, powerful with a heavy bone structure, with a straight back, broad chest, strong neck, and well-muscled croup, all which give him an imposing yet balanced appearance. Like most Irish Cobs, Just In Time is known for his gentle, calm, and reliable nature, which he passes to all his progeny. Devine Equestrian boasts having his progeny in every Continent of the globe!Brigid tells us: Libertys Just in Time was bred by Sean Murray, at Ballydangan Irish Cobs, a deliberate breeding of a black 15.3hh Irish Cob mare called Ballydangan Traditional Irish Lady (back breeding from the Lob) and Libertys Lament, by Divine Saoirse (back breeding from the Loin King) two of Irelands best-known Irish Cob bloodlines. Libertys Just In Time was the first colt resulting from this successful breeding and was christened Just In Time, which was very appropriate eleven years ago when he was born, as there was no bigger Irish Cob stallions here in Ireland to preserve the breed at the time. Future similar breedings resulted in Libertys Just In Case (filly, now in Colorado) Libertys Just As Good (colt, now in the UK) Libertys Just The One (filly, Ballydangan) Libertys Just The Same (filly, Ballydangan) and Libertys Just As Well (colt, Ballydangan)Libertys Just In Times sire Libertys Lament, was also a sire to many very successful Irish Cob stallions at Devine Equestrian and many were used to showcase the Irish Cob breed over the years including Divine Lord of the Dance, Divine Richmond Street, Divine Timpeall na Tire, Divine Celtic Fire and Divine Elliott.Some of his successful showing progeny include Divine Definition (CHAPS) Divine Excellence (CHAPS and Texas GVHS National Championship Show) Divine Benefit (CHAPS) Divine Feather (Gypsy Vanner National Championship Show, Texas) and Divine Richie (HOYS)Brigid Devine with her home bred Divine Defination, CHAPS winner 2022Devine Equestrian are also very proud to have bred his remarkable son, Divine Finders Keepers.Finders Keepers, who also is extremely quiet and mannerly, is known as a checkedy tobiano piebald colour, which is quite rare. He presently stands 15.3hh, and are hopeful he will make 16.2hh.His Dam is Libertys Ladywell, a 16.2hh Registered piebald Irish Cob mare.Finders Keepers has tested positive homozygous for the tobiano gene. He was awarded Elite, Class 1 status for the Irish Cob breeding programme with the Irish Cob Studbook, on 8th April 2025 at the Irish Cob Inspection in Coillog Equestrian Centre, Co. Kildare.Brigid continues: Divine Finders Keepers dam, the legendary Libertys Ladywell was also bred by Sean Murray, Ballydangan Irish Cobs and we at Devine Equestrian were very fortunate to get an opportunity to breed her to Libertys Just in Time in 2021. The result of this breeding is an extraordinary Divine Finders Keepers. This piebald colt was born in Ladywells 22nd year. A testament of a top breeding loyal Irish Cob mare. Sadly, Libertys Ladywell has now retired from breeding. But what a Legacy she has left to the Irish Cob Studbook!The Irish Cob, also known as the Gypsy Cob or Gypsy Vanner, is a compact, powerful, and versatile horse breed originating from Ireland, and prized for its strength, calm temperament, and distinctive feathered legs. Combining stamina, strength, and a remarkable calmdisposition, the Irish Cob traces back to the 18th century and was traditionally bred by Irish Travellers to pull their caravans, known as vardos. This is what makes them suitable for novice riders, family horses, and therapeutic riding programs. They are intelligent, trainable, and versatile, excelling in both riding and driving disciplines.Irish Cobs are compact and muscular, typically standing 14.2 to 16.2 hands tall, with medium to heavy bone structure. They are easily recognized by their abundant feathering on the legs, thick flowing mane and tail, and often striking piebald or skewbald coats, though solid colours are also accepted.Irish Cobs are known for their gentle, calm, and reliable nature, making them suitable for novice riders, family horses, and therapeutic riding programs. They are intelligent, trainable, and versatile, excelling in both riding and driving disciplines. They are highly versatile, used for riding, driving, showing, and light draught work. Their wide, short backs make them comfortable under saddle, and their strong build allows them to perform well in various equestrian activities. They are also popular in leisure riding and competitive showing, particularly in Riding Cob classes in Ireland, the UK, and internationally.I set up an Irish Cob breeding programme in the mid-nineties in an effort to protect and preserve this native rare breed. I breed exclusively tobiano coloured Traditional Irish Cobs, originating from Irelands oldest Cob bloodlines and all my animals are pedigree Registered in the Irish Cob Studbook. Devine Equestrian is the only exclusively tobiano, Irish Cob herd here in Ireland and Europe and possibly the world.Horse Sport Ireland would like to congratulate Brigid for her efforts in relation to Irish Cobs.The post Stallions in Focus Libertys Just in Time appeared first on .

Horse Sport Ireland notes recent commentary regarding Junior representation at the 2026 FEI European Dressage Championships.As the Sport Ireland recognised National Governing Body for equestrian sport in Ireland, and the FEIrecognised National Federation, Horse Sport Ireland is responsible for the selection of teams to represent Ireland at FEI Championships across youth and senior disciplines.Selection decisions are made within a longestablished, technically led High Performance framework, based on published criteria which assess performance, consistency and readiness for championship competition. These criteria have been applied consistently over a number of years, have been communicated in advance of the current season, and are designed to support the preparation of combinations for international championship level.FEI qualification establishes eligibility to be considered for competition; it does not, in itself, determine readiness for selection within a High Performance system. Selection decisions require a broader assessment based on objective performance standards.Horse Sport Ireland also has a duty to safeguard athlete and horse welfare. Selection decisions therefore include consideration of factors such as veterinary requirements, suitability for travel and the demands of championship competition, which are not always externally visible.Horse Sport Ireland remains committed to the development of youth dressage through a structured and progressive High Performance pathway, supporting athletes to achieve readiness for international championship participation.The full response issued to Dressage Ireland is available here.Please find the Athlete Selection Policy for the FEI European Children and Junior Dressage Championships here. The post Horse Sport Ireland Statement Youth Dressage Selection 2026 appeared first on .