The final of the 2026 DAFM Showjumping Studbook Series takes place this weekend on Friday 31st July and Saturday 1st August in Mullingar Equestrian Centre. This series is funded under National Breeding Services by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and delivered by Horse Sport Ireland. With over 30,000 in prize money up for grabs across the three age classes and league at the final, it is all to play for.Robyn Morans consistent form is evident as she holds the top two places in the five-year-old league. Another consistent performer is young rider Coen Williams, who holds the top spot in both the six and seven-year-old leagues, and is in with a chance of taking all three league titlesRobyn Moran riding Fortside Exhibition (ISH)Terms and conditions of the league can be found HERE.League TablesFive Year Old LeagueSix Year Old LeagueSeven Year Old LeagueFunded by National Breeding ServicesThe post League Standings ahead of DAFM Showjumping Studbook Series Final appeared first on .

Horse Sport Ireland are delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 Foal Championships. The foal Championships is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine, under National Breeding Services. As in 2025, many of the qualifiers will run in conjunction with the qualifiers of the 3 year old filly loose jumping. There will be 4 provincial qualifiers for the Foal Championships, with prizes for the first and second placed foals in categories for both horse and pony foals in showjumping and eventing, with prizes for the top scoring TIH foals. Winning foals from each qualifier will qualify for the final in Emerald Equestrian, on 15th October. Dates and venues are below, applications are made online with HSI, payments are made directly to the venues.VenueDateGlenamaddy Equestrian Centre, Galway*10th SeptemberKernans Equestrian Centre, Armagh*15th SeptemberGoresbridge, Co. Kilkenny*24th SeptemberMaryville Stables, Co. Cork30th SeptemberEmerald Equestrian, Co. Kildare* (Final)15th October*legs are run in conjunction with loose jumpingClick HERE to applyApplications are to be made only through Horse Sport Ireland. Payment of entry fees are made to venues. The Foal Championships are funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine, under National Breeding ServicesThe post Foal Championships 2026 appeared first on .

Horse Sport Ireland are delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 Filly Loose Jumping Championship. Loose Jumping is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine, under National Breeding Services, and delivered by Horse Sport Ireland. As in 2025, many of the qualifiers will run in conjunction with the qualifiers of the Foal Championship. There will be 3 provincial qualifiers for the Loose Jumping Championship, plus one standalone event for pony fillies.In a change for 2026, the horse competition will only be open to Three-Year-Old fillies, who will enter in either the showjumping or eventing section for 3YO. At each qualifier for horses, the top two highest scoring 3-Year-Old fillies from the eventing and showjumping HORSE categories will be selected for the final. The final of the 3YO Filly Loose Jumping will take place on 15th October, at Emerald EC.A standalone event for 3 & 4 YO Pony Filly Loose Jumping will take place at Glenamaddy EC on 10th September. At the pony event, and at each horse qualifier/ final, there will be prize money for competitors and breeders. In the horse competition the top ranked Traditional Irish Horse (TIH) filly will be awarded a prize in the Eventing and Showjumping loose jumping sections.For full information and T&Cs, please CLICK HERETo enter for Loose Jumping, please CLICK HERELoose Jumping Championship Qualifier Dates for 2026PONY 3&4 YO Glenamaddy Equestrian Centre Thursday 10th September 2026 Closing date- 8th September3YO HORSE Loose Jumping QualifiersKernans Equestrian Centre (HORSES ONLY) Tuesday 15th September 2026Closing date 11th SeptemberTubberbride Stables (HORSES ONLY) Monday 21st September 2026Closing date 17th SeptemberGoresbridge Sales Complex (HORSES ONLY) Thursday 24th September 2026Closing date- 22nd SeptemberLoose Jumping Championship Final Thursday 15th OctoberEmerald Equestrian Centre (Qualified Horses ONLY)The post 2026 Filly Loose Jumping Championship appeared first on .

It was a quieter week on the individual front, with many of the top international horses tapering down now in preparation for the World Equestrian Games, but Irish athletes grabbed three Grands Prix victories in North America over the weekend.Philip McGuane maintained his outstanding consistency of the past few months by securing the honours in the three-star Core Specialty Insurance Grand Prix with Evergate Stables Crislin Van Den Bosrand Z in the New York State town of Saugerties on Saturday night Irish time.At around about the same time, Daniel Coyle was adding to his tally with Ariel Granges Urville Z in the two-star Kubota & Stewarts Equipment Grand Prix in Caledon, Ontario.Simon McCarthy and Liston Johnsons Igor GPH rounded that little golden period off with their first international Grand Prix victory as a pair in the Mondelo Grand Prix at Ocalas two-star show in Florida.It was the fifth week of the HITS Hudson Valley series in Saugerties and McGuane maintained his good run by opening with a fourth in the first international class at the three-star show on Wednesday.The Corofin jockey steered Donvier (Evergate Stables) to a double clear in a very tight contest at the Douglas Elliman GP Stadium, with Dubliner Nicky Galligan only seven-hundredths of a second slower on Irish Sport Horse Lougherne Kingfisher (Blue Trim), bred in Hillsborough by Jane Allen-Collins but two places back, such were the tight margins.On Thursday morning, Jordan Coyle and the excellent For Gold (Falkirk Farm) made the podium in the Welcome Stake, with a jump-off time of 39.1 slotting them comfortably into third.It was McGuane that had the final say, however, taking out the Grand Prix with a brilliant double clear on Crislin Van Den Bosrand Z (below).An impressive roster of 34 horse-and-rider combinations representing nine different nations took part and the draw was helpful to McGuane, as the second-last participant.American Mimi Gochman had only just posted a new target of 36.49 with Inclen BH but connections hadnt long to bask in that glory, however, as McGuane and his horse found another three-quarters of a second, stopping the clock in 35.75.There were more jump-off qualifiers than I thought there would be, said McGuane. I got a good draw going at the end of the jump-off, so I just tried to keep up a good rhythm, keep my turns neat, and just trust her at the jump. She has a big stride, so I can just get her to the jumps and do less strides than most people.We purchased Crislin from Brian Moggre as a seven-year-old and Nayel Nassar and I have both campaigned her over the last year. Shes been a great horse for both of us. Shes very intelligent, careful, and she knows where the jumps are. Shes a great addition to our string.Daniel Coyle was competing at the two-star Kubota International Show in Caledon and the Ardmore athlete departed the Ontario town with the weeks primary prize, the Kubota & Stewarts Equipment Grand Prix with Urville Z (Ariel Grange).The pair have been regular gold medallists since joining forces earlier this year and having gone very quickly but had just one jumping error earlier in the week, confidence had to be high about adding to that tally.Only four of the 20 combinations survived the opening examination and it was very tight between Coyle and Vaclav Stanek (CZE), who was riding Langley. When the smoke cleared, it was the Derry pilot and his 13-year-old mare that prevailed with a jump-off clear in 36.13 seconds, compared to 36.41 for the runners-up.Meanwhile, the test for McCarthy and Igor GPH looked a significant one, particularly with only five of the 44 pairings surviving for the definitive round. That the new combination were among the foot-perfect tandems was promising, and with the opening two contestants failing to add a second clear, the Cork athlete made sure to look after the bottom line, a policity that paid dividends with a clear in 39.74 that cemented victory.This has happened to me before, where Ive gone third or fourth and the first couple of people have had rails, and Ive gone in with absolutely no plan and completely messed it up, said a laughing McCarthy after his well deserved lap of honour (below).So I used this as a good learning exercise today, and I just stuck with my plan.We havent done so many jump-offs, but I had the numbers that I wanted to do everywhere, and it all came up easily for me. He jumped even better in the second round than he did in the first round.Its nice to know he likes to fight in the jump-offs as much as I do.I have two great horses right now, Igor and [Narcotique v/h Dingenshof]. Im incredibly grateful to Brookside Pine Farms and Berry Porter for acquiring the horse, and to Liston and Victoria Johnson for buying the horse for me to compete. I know Listons going to want to take it off me sooner rather than later if he keeps winning these classes, but its an incredible opportunity to have a horse like this, and Im just so grateful that they believe in me and theyre really standing behind me.The weeks five-star action was the CSIO affair at Hickstead, at which the Agria Nations Cup was the fulcrum and the Irish team performed excellently to be second behind their British hosts.At individual level, Peter Moloney was the best of the Irish contestants. The Colligan native guided his 13-year-old gelding Neilson to fourth in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup on Saturday.Coming into this competition on the back of a three-star Big Tour victory at Chard the previous week, the pair registered another fantastic double clear up in class, their tiebreak time of 37.56 only 01.14 seconds shy of third.Longford man, Derek McCoppin and Capital Levubu (Bronwyn Meredith Dos Santos) also made the eight-strong jump-off but two fences down scuppered their chances of a higher finish.Cormac Hanley and Santiago Vh Netehof (Heathman Farm) have been hoovering up the ribbons at the two-star Summer Series in Ocala and the duo just missed out another triumph on Wednesday when finishing runner-up in a 1.45m two-star speed class to Luis Fernando Larrazabal (VEN) and Baroness.The Mayo native and his eight-year-old gelding stopped the timers in 62.44, with the victors registering 61.09.At the two-star show in Zuidwolde, Ballinascarthy rider, Abbie Sweetnam went very close to bagging gold in the 1.45m Grand Prix Qualifier on Friday evening with Kirtan (Lill Sporthorses), holding the top berth for most of the 10-combo jump-off despite being the pathfinders. Their time of 36.53 survived until Ansgar Holtgers Jr (USA) and Kantibes blitzed around the Jantje Broek-Dekker Arena in 35.57.And the duo maintained their form in the concluding Grand Prix on Sunday, posting another double clear for fourth, just edged out of a podium finish by three-hundredths of a second.BREEDINGLOUGHERNE KINGFISHER (ISH) 2016 gr mare by Colestus (WESTF) out of Lougherne Springs (ISH) by Limmerick (HOLST). Breeder: Jane Allen-Collins, Hillsborough, Co Down: Owner: Blue Trim. Rider: Nicky Galligan (IRL)The post McGuane, Coyle, McCarthy add to GP tally appeared first on .

In May 2025 we ran a competition at Badminton Horse Trials with the incredible prize of a riding safari at Macatoo, in Botswana. Our lucky winner was Jade and accompanied by her sister Pippa, she went on their dream Okavango Delta safari in April 2026. Jade has kindly shared her thoughts on their adventure and []The post Magical Macatoo Our Competition Winners Report appeared first on In The Saddle - Personally Inspected Riding Holidays Worldwide.

A great week for the young at Aston-la-Walls 60% of the Top 10 places in the Advanced 8/9yo class, 50% of the 7yo and 50% of one and 30% of the other 6yo class went to Irish Breeders. The under 25 riders got 7 out of the Top 10 Places on Irish bred horses as well.Aoife Clark joined in with 4 Top 10 rides on youngsters.See below the up-to-date results for this week unverified results will be added to next weeks results.Aston-la-Walls One Day Event 24th 26th July 2026Advanced Saturday Sec A3rd Castle Howard Casanova (ISH) 2013 gelding by Womanizer (KWPN) out of K Cavalier Belle (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Susan Fitzpatrick (Wicklow). Rider: Marcio Carvalho Jorge (BRA) 30.4, 2, 3.6 = 36.04th Claragh Olala (ISH) 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Caherline Kitty [ISH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Joseph Henry OReilly (Limerick). Rider: Jack Pinkney (GBR) 32.2, 5, 0.0 = 37.25th Brookfield William (ISH)[was William Brookfield & Rossa Sixteen] 2016 gelding by Mermus R (KWPN) out of Femme Fatale M25 (ISH) by Limmerick (HOLST). Breeder: Eamonn Hogan (Galway). Rider: Tom Jackson (GBR) 30.7, 4, 5.2 = 39.97th 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) 29.6, 0, 11.6 = 41.28th CFH Dakar Hill (ISH) 2016 gelding by Dakar VDL (KWPN) out of Lux Hill (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: John Carey (Tipperary). Rider: Tim Chuffings (GBR) 32.5, 0, 9.6 = 42.19th John The Bull (ISH) 2011 gelding by Luidam (KWPN) out of Think About It (TB) by Houmayoun (TB). Breeder: James Byrne (Westmeath). Rider: Susie Berry (IRL) 32.4, 4, 6.4 = 42.810th Royal Encounter (ISH) 2015 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Cavalier Lassie (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Perter Rice (Monaghan). Rider: Marcio Carvalho Jorge (BRA) 31.3, 1, 13.2 = 45.5.Advanced 8 / 9 Year old Sec B2nd 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) 29.9, 5, 3.6 = 38.55th Kilmanahan Ulysses (ISH) 2018 gelding by Ulysses M25 (KWPN) out of Kimanahan Sally (ISH) by Olympic Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Paschal Connolly. Rider: Phoeby Locke (GBR) 37.4, 1, 6.8 = 45.26th Standfast (ISH) 2018 gelding by Island Commander (TB) out of Ballygreek Princess (ISH)by Flagmount King (ID). Breeder: Michael Murphy. Rider: Aoife Clark (IRL) 33.8, 4, 7.6 = 45.47th Hidalgo (ISH)[was Sligo Candy K] 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Sealiet (KWPN) by Jarenco (KWPN). Breeder: Padraig Howley. Rider: Hector Payne (GBR) 34.5, 2, 11.2 = 47.78th SFS Bold As Brass (ISH) 2017 mare by Metropole (KWPN) out of Rabon (ISH) by Romabo (HOLST). Breeder: Mike Comerford. Rider: Helen Martin (GBR) 37.9, 3, 9.2 = 50.19th Barrington Boy (ISH) [was Ceide Lucky Candy] 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Watermill Diamond (ISH)[TIH] by Watermill Swatch (TB). Breeder: Mary Walsh. Rider: Izzy Taylor (GBR) 27.8, 11, 13.2 = 52.0.Advanced Under 25 Sec C2nd Harrys Snowman (ISH) 2017 gelding by Lars Irco G (SWB) out of Ardeche Z (ZANG) by Artos Z (HANN). Breeder: Georgina & Rodney Gault. Rider: George Telfer (GBR) 44.4, 9, 4.4 = 57.83rd Cooley Django (ISH)[was Drumhowan Django] 2016 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Hillcruz (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Gladys McArdle. Rider: Lottie Royle (GBR) 32.4, 8, 21.2 = 61.64th MBF Vital Finesse (ISH) 2018 gelding by Ringwood Cassero (HOLST) out of Paddys Pride (TB)[IRL] out of Indian River (TB). Breeder: Angela & Cathal Murphy. Rider: Freddie Carden (GBR) 36.3, 17, 11.2 = 64.55th DSH Last Edition (ISH) 2015 gelding by Douglas Cavalier (ISH) out of Brandonview Lady (ISH)[TIH] by Balda Beau (TB)[IRL]. Breeder: Seamus Drea. Rider: Ibble Watson (GBR) 38.0, 17, 20.0 = 75.06th Bravado (ISH)[was Comar Accord] 2017 gelding by Antaeus (HANN) out of Miss Clover Over (ISH) by Captain Clover (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Catherine Chambers. Rider: Ella Howard (GBR) 41.2, 14, 22.8 = 78.07th Zipped Up (ISH) 2012 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Jenny Gee (ISH)[TIH] by Puissance (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Hilary Furlonger (Antrim). Rider: Archie Tulloch (GBR) 37.4, 20, 21.6 = 79.09th Be Sunshine (ISH) 2016 gelding OIO. Rider: Madison Tapner (GBR) 32.5, 13, 44.8 = 90.3.Open Intermediate Saturday Sec F2nd OBOS Nidge (ISH) 2013 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Kilcassey Lady [ISH] by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Marie OBrien OBOS (Cork). Rider: Emily Young-Jamieson (GBR) 25.2, 0, 2.8 = 28.04th Belgrave Irena (ISH) 2017 mare by Cornet Obolensky (BWP) out of Cesena (PZHK) by Le Bon (KWPN). Breeder: Noelle McCarthy. Rider: Michael Winter (CAN) 37.5, 0, 0.0 = 37.510th GRC Indoctro (ISH) 2014 mare by Indoctro (HOLST) out of Loughnavatta Jade (ISH) by Guidam (SF). Breeder: Rory Costigan. Rider: Alex Postolwsky (GBR) 39.3, 0, 6.0 = 45.3.Open Intermediate Sunday Sec R1st Ardeo Premier (ISH)[was MB Premier Boy] 2012 gelding by Hold Up Premier (SF) out of Playgirl [ISH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Beattie (Down). Rider: Alexander Bragg (GBR) 26.8, 0, 0.4 = 27.24th 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) 27.7, 2, 2.0 = 31.7.Open Intermediate Under 21 Sec S2nd MGH Capa Vilou (ISH) 2014 mare by ARS Vivendi (HOLST) out of Dilou M (KWPN) by Tinkas Boy (KWPN). Breeder: William Buckley. Rider: Julia Beauchamp Crandon (GBR) 31.6, 0, 8.0 = 39.63rd Cooley Seeing Magic (ISH)[was Metalli] 2016 gelding by Metall (KWPN) out of ISDH Choice (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: G.H.S. (Tyrone). Rider: Sean Duffy (GBR) 30.0, 7, 7.2 = 44.26th Aunt Augusta (ISH)[TIH] 2011 mare by Emperor Augustus (TB) out of Tara Bog [ISH] by Kiltealy Spring [ISH]. Breeder: Desmond Noctor (Wexford). Rider: Tilly Spark (GBR) 32.1, 8, 12.8 = 52.97th Stonehavens You Two (ISH) 2017 gelding by Warrenstown You 2 (ISH) out of Ballinamonapark Honey (ISH) by Iroko (WESTF). Breeder: Vahe Bogossian. Rider: Olivia Fisher (GBR) 36.6, 4, 13.6 = 54.28th LVS Movistar (ISH) 2010 gelding by Iroko (WESTF) out of Speedy Timed (ISH) by Kalypso (KWPN). Breeder: Michael Ryan (Tipperary). Rider: Annabel Ridgway (GBR) 32.5, 8, 22.8 = 63.39th Derrys Diamond Cavalier (ISH) 2014 gelding by Douglas Cavalier [ISH] out of Summerville Cazini (ISH)[TIH] by Welcome Diamond (ID). Breeder: Seamus Drea (Kilkenny). Rider: Ellie Jckson (GBR) 34.8, 18, 12.4 = 65.2.Intermediate Saturday Sec D4th MBF Old Mel (ISH)[was Quality Old Mel] 2018 gelding by Coonogues Hill (ISH) out of Luckey Mel (TB)[IRL] by Mummys Luck (TB). Breeder: Denise Murray. Rider: Georgie Frow (GBR) 29.6, 8, 0.0 = 37.66th Stonehavens Dreaming (ISH) 2019 gelding by Querlybet Hero (SBS) out of Ballinamonapark Jody (ISH) by Jack of Diamonds (SWB). Breeder: Vahe Bogossian. Rider: Katie Magee (GBR) 33.4, 0, 6.8 = 40.29th MGH Cassira (ISH) 2016 mare by Casallo (HOLST) out of Philadelphia (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Lucy Wiegersma McCarthy. Rider: Marcelo Tosi (BRA) 34.3, 0, 11.2 = 45.510th Fernhill Derry Girl (ISH)[was Mystic Candy] 2017 mare by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Ballyartan Blue Jay (ISH). Breeder: Ann Marie Donnelly. Rider: Ben Way (GBR) 31.1, 8, 8.8 = 47.9.Intermediate Saturday Sec E1st World on Fire (ISH)[was Westwick Colleen] 2016 mare by Orestus (KWPN) out of Westwick Girl [ISH] by French Buffet (TB). Breeder: John Brady (Wicklow). Rider: Ben Way (GBR) 24.3, 0, 0.0 = 24.32nd Newmarket Leonardo (ISH) 2018 gelding by Newmarket Venture (HANN) out of Newmarket Dato Two (ISH) by Aldto (KWPN). Breeder: Billy Daly. Rider: Matthew Glentworth (GBR) 29.6, 0, 0.0 = 29.64th DS Are You Tom (ISH) 2019 gelding by DS Are You With Me (HOLST) out of Carlton Fizz (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Liam Linskey. Rider: Lizzie Baugh (GBR) 27.7, 4, 0.0 = 31.75th Honourable Watchman (ISH)[was Thats Howie] 2018 gelding by Capri Van Overis Z (ZANG) out of Parknahown Beauty (ISH) by Olympic Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Liam Delaney. Rider: Mathew Glentworth (GBR) 30.0, 4, 0.0 = 34.0.Intermediate Sunday Sec O5th Shannondale Connor (ISH) 2017 gelding by Casall La Silla (HOLST) out of Valerie (HOLST) by Contender (HOLST). Breeder: Toamsz Olszewski. Rider: Alexander Bragg (GBR) 37.1, 2, 0.4 = 39.56th Hallowberry Quantum (ISH) 2015 gelding by OBOS Quality (OLD) out of Royal Flamingo (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Alfie Bradstock (GBR) 38.2, 0, 3.2 = 41.47th 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) 29.3, 4, 11.2 = 44.5.Intermediate Sunday Sec P9th Shutterfly Blue (ISH) 2013 gelding by Sir Shutterfly (HANN) out of Blue Irish (ISH)[TIH] by Kiltealy Spring (ISH)[TIH}. Breeder: Lynn Kelly (Louth). Rider: Zoe Davies (GBR) 36.1, 13, 10.4 = 59.5.Seven Year Old Sec Q1st 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) 28.4, 0, 0.0 = 28.43rd Earl Dorado (ISH) 2019 gelding by Diarado out of The Kings Lady by Kings Master. Breeder: Jim Tempany. Rider: Max Warburton (GBR) 28.0, 5, 1.2 = 34.25th Cloud Dancer IV (ISH) 2019 gelding by Phil VD Wezelse Heioeve (BWP) out of Honey Freather (TB) by Intikhab (TB) . Breeder: Victoria Foster. Rider: Anya Strilkowski (GBR) 33.2, 4, 0.0 = 37.29th 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) 32.7, 10, 0.0 = 42.710th Edentrillick Dassett Muze (ISH)[was Edentrillick Special Edition] 2019 gelding by Im Special De Muze (BWP) out of Leestone Uno Momento (ISH) by Numero Uno (KWPN). Breeder: William Greene. Rider: Kate Rocher-Smith (GBR) 32.3, 1, 11.2 = 44.5.Six Year Old Sec M2nd Poulaphouca (ISH) 2020 mare by Pointilliste (TB) out of Slyguff Rubys Keeps (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Barbara Hatton. Rider: Aoife Clark (IRL) 27.5, 0, 0.4 = 27.93rd KMS Dassett Envoy (ISH) 2020 gelding by Comilfo Plus Z (WEWB) out of KMS Chinchilla (ISH) by Chin Chin (HOLST). Breeder: Ivor Broderick. Rider: Kate Rocher-Smith (GBR) 26.5, 4, 0.0 = 30.55th 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) 30.0, 0, 1.6 = 31.66th Coirban Prince (ISH) 2020 gelding by For Kinmar Hero Z (ZANG) out of Coirban Lady Lux (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Ciara Marron. Rider: Ben Way (GBR) 31.3, 0, 0.4 = 31.79th Kiltubrid Conor (ISH) 2020 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Kiltubrid Mia (ISH) by Hannibal V Overis Z (ZANG). Breeder: Marian Tighe. Rider: Lisa Freckingham (GBR) 29.3, 4, 5.6 = 38.9.Six Year Old Sec N1st Barrington Candy Kid (ISH)(was Barrington Candy Eid) 2020 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Coolcom Ella (ISH) by Shnnondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP). Breeder: Thomas McNulty. Rider: Jack Pinkney (GBR) 25.5, 1, 0.0 = 26.56th Sportsfield Molly May (ISH) 2020 mare by Udancer Hero (KWPN) out of Derha Fort (ISH) by Coolcaum Hill (ID). Breeder: Amanda Kirwan. Rider: Aoife Clark (IRL) 27.8, 4, 0.0 = 31.89th MCG Cornet (ISH) 2020 gelding by Glynnwood Cornet (ISH) out of Carrow Kannan (ISH) by Kannan (KWPN). Breeder: Declan McGarry. Rider: Abby Jones (GBR) 25.8, 0, 11.2 = 37.0.Intermediate Novice Sec G3rd All Over at Dawn (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Rainstown Lad (ISH) out of Maye (ID) by Huntingfield Rebel (ID). Breeder: Paul Walsh. Rider: Sally Hancock (GBR) 35.7, 4, 0.0 = 39.79th Kilmastulla Tiger Lily (ISH) 2013 mare by Castlecomer Q (ISH) out of Ciaras Bella [ISH] by Touchdown (ISH). Breeder: Michael Lyons. Rider: Eleanor Petrie (GBR) 40.9, 4, 10.4 = 55.310th Bonmahon Jasper (ISH) 2020 gelding by Don VHP Z (ZANG) (registered with BE as by Ulysses 25) out of Bonmahon Ramiro Star (ISH) by Ramiro B (BWP). Breeder: Eamonn Walsh. Rider: Francois Heyns (GBR) 27.5, 13, 46.8 = 87.3.Open Novice Sec I4th Cruisings Hey There Delilah (ISH)[TIH] 2012 mare by Berkley Cruise [ISH] out of True Class (ISH)[TIH] by Edmund Burke (TB). Breeder: Ray Hurley (Cork). Rider: Alice Chanter (GBR) 31.5, 0, 0.0 = 31.56th 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) 29.0, 0, 3.2 = 32.27th Lackroe Quality (ISH) 2018 mare by OBOS Quality 004 out of Tullibards Cruise Magic (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Thomas Doyle. Rider: Willow Docker (GBR) 33.8, 0, 0.0 = 33.88th CSF Bruce (ISH)[was CSF Fernhill Future] 2014 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Bianca VD Rampaarden (BWP) by Darco (BWP). Breeder: Patrick Connolly. Rider: Aaron Otway (GBR) 29.5, 4, 1.6 = 35.1.Novice Saturday Sec H2nd Kilshenane Cruise (ISH) 2015 gelding by Yeats (ISH)[TIH] out of Coolcorran Lux (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Leo & Sinead Carr. Rider: Izzy Taylor (GBR) 32.5, 0, 0.0 = 32.54th Fairwood Pearlova (ISH) 2018 mare by Romanov (KWPN)out of Boleybawn Peral (ISH) by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP). Breeder: Joan Rothwell. Rider: Emily Plant (GBR) 33.0, 1, 0.0 = 34.07th Avoca LIR (ISH) 2018 gelding by Chillout (ISH) out of Avoca Feile (ISH) by High Roller (ISH). Breeder: Christine Banks. Rider: Holly Needham (GBR) 34.5, 4, 0.0 = 38.58th 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) 33.8, 45, 0.8 = 38.6.Novice Sunday Sec J3rd Barrington Claret (ISH)(was A New Beginning) 2017 gelding by A. Umonia 60 (KWPN)out of Kilmeague Clover (ISH) by Voltair (HANN). Breeder: Thomas Duffy. Rider: Johnny Hornby (GBR) 29.8, 0, 0.0 = 29.84th HHS Miss B (ISH) 2019 mare by Duel De HSP (SSW) out of Miss Belgium (BWP) by Der Senaat 111 (BWP), Breeder: Marion Hughes. Rider: Dani Stewart-Richardson (GBR) 27.0, 0, 3.6 = 30.6.Novice Sunday Sec K5th Cappulcorragh Quest (ISH) 2019 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Mount Cashel Dancer (TB) by Eagle Eyed (TB). Breeder: Elizabeth Murphy. Rider: Tina Coudray (USA) 36.0, 0, 0.0 = 36.07th TMF Thunder (unk) 2020 gelding by (sire unknown) out of Valdi (ISH) by Courage II (HOLST). Breeder: Brian McConville. Rider: Georgie Selley (GBR) 33.8, 0, 3.2 = 37.09th Artford Ladybird (ISH)(was Ardfort Ladybird) 2017 mare by Haslemere Jacamo (ISH) out of Briarhill Bianco (ISH) by Kings Cornet (ISH). Breeder: Michael J Kean. Rider: Oliver Woodland (GBR) 38.8, 0, 0.0 = 38.8.Novice Sunday Sec L2nd Stonepark Metro (ISH) 2019 gelding by Newmarket Venture (HANN) out of Stonepark Imp (ISH)[TIH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Dermot OBrien. Rider: Dani Stewart-Richardson (GBR) 29.0, 0, 0.0 = 29.04th 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) 31.5, 0, 0.0 = 31.55th HSH Connect (ISH) 2017 gelding by Connor 48 (HOLST) out of Vueanda Vant Kelderken (BWP) by Pachat II (SF). Breeder: Antoinett & Patrick Milligan. Rider: Tom Rowland (GBR) 32.5, 0, 0.0 = 32.59th King Kongka (ISH)[TIH] 2019 gelding by Near Dock (TB) out of Castlemeadow Mildred (ISH)[TIH] by Power Blade (TB). Breeder: Martin Murphy. Rider: Caroline Day (GBR) 32.8, 9, 0.0 = 41.8.Portman One Day Event (GBR) 25th 26th July 2026Intermediate Novice Sec H1st Samiro Cruze MC (ISH) 2015 gelding by Samgemjee (ISH) out of Simplify (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: Michael Condon. Rider: Yu Xuan Su (HKG) 33.0, 0, 0.0 = 33.02nd Climate Change (ISH) 2017 mare by Fire and Ice J (WESTF) out of Decision Day (ISH) by Lafontaine (TB). Breeder: Kate Jarvey. Rider: Kirsty Chabert (GBR) 28.4, 4, 4.0 = 36.43rd Tykillen Shindig (ISH) 2019 mare by Dignified Vant Zorgvlllliet (BWP) out of Ballymurphy Queen (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Ciara Kinsella. Rider: Kirsty Chabert (GBR) 28.2, 11, 6.8 = 46.06th KPCM Hugo Boss (ISH) 2019 gelding by Plot Blue (KWPN) out of Pewit Dezessete (AES) by Luidam (KWPN). Breeder: Glenmore Livestock. Rider: Jemima Stratton (GBR) 33.0, 2, 88.0 = 123.0.Open Novice Sec G2nd Royale Messenger (ISH) 2010 gelding by Ricardo Royale (ISH) out of Aldato John (ISH) by Aldato (KWPN). Breeder: Heather McKeown (Monaghan). Rider: Anna Singer (GBR) 33.0, 4, 7.2 = 44.2.Novice Sec E5th 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) 33.5, 4, 1.2 = 38.79th Edentrillick Casandro (ISH) 2020 gelding by Jorado (KWPN) out of Edentrillick Balif Cassino (ISH) by Cassino (SWWB). Breeder: Hannah Agnew. Rider: Jemima Stratton (GBR) 29.0, 0, 68.8 = 97.8.Novice Sec F1st Tattygare Its All About Me (ISH) 2018 mare by Arkan (AES) out of LCC Yoko (ISH) by Iroko (WESTF). Breeder: Shirley A Hurst. Rider: Hector Baker (GBR) 31.8, 4, 0.0 = 35.83rd CBI Conquest (ISH) 2020 gelding by Vivant Van de Heffinck (BWP) out of Berania (KWPN) by Karandasi (KWPN). Breeder: Raymond Carroll. Rider: Jemima Stratton (GBR) 33.0, 4, 0.0 = 37.0.Millbrook Horse Trials (USA) 25th 26th July 2026Advanced1st Cooley Baltic Sea (ISH)[was Annaghmore Baltic Sea] 2014 gelding by baltic VDL (KWPN) out of HHS Cheerio (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder: Judy Tobin & Aoife Healion. Rider: Arielle Aharoni (USA) 33.9, 0, 2.0 = 35.98th HSH Sebastian (ISH)[was MBF Silver Bridge] 2017 gelding by Silvano (KWPN) out of My Rochestown Lady (TB) by Beneficial (TB). Breeder: John P Murphy. Rider: Caroline Pamukcu (USA) 30.2, 4, 38.4 = 72.69th 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) 31.4, 0, 44.0 = 75.4.10th Rosconnell Alto (ISH) 2015 gelding by Tabasco Van Erpekom (BWP) out of All Clover (ISH) by Cavalier Clover Lad (ISH). Breeder: Patrick Lacey. Rider: Kiersten Miller (USA) 33.6, 0, 52.8 = 86.4.Open Intermediate9th Shanaclough Quality Clover (ISH) 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Shanaclough Clovertone (ISH) by Clover Clon VII (WNTR). Breeder: John Glynn. Rider: Moriah Orms (USA) 40.2, 0, 3.2 = 43.4.Open Preliminary A1st HSH Connor (ISH)[was Galwaybay Connor & Galwaybay Redfield HSH Connor] 2016 gelding by Connor 48 (HOLST) out of Galwaybay Merstona (ISH) by Mermus R (KWPN). Breeder: Justin Burke. Rider: Caroline Pamukcu (USA) 22.7, 0.4, 0.0 = 23.14th Mosstown HSH (ISH)[was Mosstown Mexico] 2016 gelding by Setter (KWPN) out of Marchesi Candoo (ISH) by Cancun VDL (KWPN). Breeder: David Harrison. Rider: Darrah Alexander (USA) 29.6, 0, 4.0 = 33.65th Carrickview Calvani (ISH) 2018 gelding by Ramiro B (BWP) out of Partout (HOLST) by Heraldik (TB). Breeder: John Haighey. Rider: Sara Kozumplik (USA) 34.1, 0, 0.0 = 34.1.Open Preliminary3rd Quality TNT (ISH) 2018 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of Ballinteeauns Pride (ISH) by Sunny Boy (KWPN). Breeder: Ann Geraldine OMalley. Rider: Tim Burke (IRL) 28.2, 0, 0.0 = 28.28th Kiltar Midnight Rendezvous (ISH) 2018 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Kiltar Arya (ISH)[TIH] by Kerry Stone (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: John Costello. Rider: Ariel Grald (USA) 34.8, 8, 5.6 = 48.410th MHE Excel Star Noble Ikon (ISH)(was CES Excel Star Noble Ikon) 2020 gelding by Ganesh Hero Z (ZANG) out of CES Chippy Di (ISH) by Chippison (ISH). Breeder: Brian Burke. Rider: Morgan Houberg (USA) 30.9, 0, 18.8 = 49.7.Preliminary Rider:1st Vindakova (ISH)[was Lakeview Galloway Roller] 2010 gelding by Castlewelawn Galloway (OLD) out of Roller Girl (ISH) by High Roller (ISH). Breeder: Bernard Keveney. Rider: Megan Tardiff (USA) 23.6, 0, 7.6 = 31.22nd Mosstown Rebel (unk) 2012 gelding OIO. Rider: Eleanor Winter (USA) 24.1, 10.8, 0.0 = 34.94th Killinick Lace (ISH)[TIH] 2017 mare by Killinick Bouncer (ID) out of Got A Coin (TB)[IRL] by Gothland (TB). Breeder: Ann Lambert. Rider: Anthony Lambert (IRL) 38.9, 4, 2.4 = 45.3.Open Modified1st Rock Me Mama (TB)(IRL) 2009 mare by Royal Anthem (TB) out of Ithastobedone (TB)(IRL) by Be My Native (TB). Rider: Holly Payne Caravella (USA) 27.9, 0, 0.0 = 27.94th Tullogher Vidimus (ISH) 2019 gelding by Verdi (KWPN) out of Tullogher Flourish (ISH) by Indoctro (HOLST). Breeder: Ciara Walsh McIntyre. Rider: Annabelle Sprague (USA) 30.7, 4, 0.0 = 34.77th Ardeo Rock and Roll (ISH)(was Milchem Ardeo Rock and Roll) 20132 gelding by Contra A (HOLST) out of Milchem Lady Jasper (ISH) by Ojasper (KWPN). Breeder R.C. Equine Ltd. Rider: Ally Krohg (NOR) 33.3, 4, 4.8 = 42.1.Hunt Club Farms Horse Trials (USA) 25th 26th July 2026Open Modified5th 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: Elizabeth Welker-Ebling (USA) 38.0, 4, 0.0 = 42.0.These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman.These results are funded by Horse Sport IrelandThe post Irish bred young stock shine bright in the UK appeared first on .

Lisette-Marie Roberts and the wonderful lightweight cob Randalstown Aristocrat took home top honours to become the 2026 Topham-Barnes BHSA Supreme Amateur champions at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead.This duo endured heartbreak after a costly misunderstanding in this class last season said this years victory means the world after returning to claim the title with a horse she describes as a darling boy. This combination were left devastated 12 months earlier when a miscommunication between Randalstown Aristocrat and the ride judge proved costly, leaving them out of the placings despite an otherwise strong performance.Last year we were pulled top, and he had a miscommunication with the ride judge and ended up not being placed at all, said Lisette-Marie. So for us to be pulled top again this year, I just had that in my head and I was thinking, Is it going to happen again?Fortunately, history did not repeat itself and the pair delivered a performance that impressed the judges, with Lisette-Marie taking particular satisfaction from the feedback she received.The judge said he gave such a good ride, she said. Im chuffed to bits with him. https://www.facebook.com/reel/1034447625995540Lisette-Marie credited much of the success to Randalstown Aristocrats generous nature, despite admitting he can sometimes be his own worst enemy.Hes a worrier, she explained. Hes always a little bit stressed that hes going to do something wrong, and if he does do something wrong, he cant cope with it. Although naturally anxious, Lisette-Marie said Randalstown Aristocrats temperament away from the pressure of competition is second to none.Hes got the loveliest temperament my daughter rides him and she isnt the most confident, and she feels really safe on him. Hes just a really likeable chap. Randalstown Aristocrats has changed yards during his career, having previously been based with Jane Ross before moving to Elliee Stunt, where Lisette-Marie carries out all of his day-to-day work as well as competing him.I had him with Jane Ross previously, but I wasnt riding him and I wanted to ride, she said. Hes now with Elliee, and I get to ride him at home and I do all the riding at the shows, so thats lovely. Lisette-Marie believes that consistency has helped strengthen the partnership, particularly with such a sensitive horse.He doesnt need a lot, she said. He just needs working in to get him relaxed. Its not for any other reason, just to help him settle. Despite his tendency to worry, Lisette-Marie said Randalstown Aristocrats straightforward nature makes him a pleasure to have around the yard.Hes no trouble. You can do anything with him, she said. Hes just a darling boy, honestly. Related contentRider savours inaugural home-produced amateur championship success at Hickstead after whirlwind first seasonHe feels like hes floating: young rider overcomes nerves to take Royal International supreme pony titleIts a massive achievement: Boston Black Tie lands Royal International supreme ridden horse titleTo win it three times is incredible: Robert Whitaker and Vermento take historic Hickstead King George victoryGemma Stevens makes history with third Eventers Challenge title at HicksteadI love them so much: 11-year-old girl jumps her way into history books at HicksteadThe post Hes a darling boy: emotional victory in Royal International supreme amateur championship makes up for disappointment 12 months ago appeared first on Your Horse.

Victory in the inaugural Topham-Barnes BSHA Home Produced Amateur Championship at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead marked a special milestone for Pippa James, who has only been partnered with her horse, Oaktree Dance After Dark, since November. Describing herself as a true amateur, the Pippa said the title reflected everything she had invested in producing her horse herself while juggling family life and a full-time career.It means a lot, said Pippa. I really am home-produced I do everything myself. https://www.facebook.com/reel/1412645450855090Unlike many competitors who travel with a team, Pippa is usually on her own at shows, with family commitments meaning support is often needed elsewhere.Im at the shows on my own most of the time because Ive got two little boys, so I have to rely on my helper to be at home rather than at the show with me, she explained. Theyre actually here with me today though, and Im not sure if thats more work or not! Pippa combines showing with running her own business as a chiropractor with her horse and family. Its a lot of work, she admitted. This is my only horse, and weve got two little ponies for my boys, so its still enough to keep us busy.This partnership is also a relatively new one. Having bought tOaktree Dance After Dark in November, the pair are spending their first season learning about each other. I get up every day for him, she said. This is our first season together.Pippa also revealed she had not competed in showing since childhood, when she took part in working hunter pony classes, making her return to the sport something of a steep learning curve.I havent shown since I was a kid, she said. This is my first proper horse showing season, and Im trying to get through the learning curve as quickly as possible.Pippa praised Oaktree Dance After Darks attitude but acknowledged that there had been challenges along the way.Hes great, she said. He doesnt really know what hes doing, but at the same time hes not the easiest, so Im definitely having to figure him out as we go along. I guess hes figuring me out as well. Developing trust and understanding has been one of the biggest priorities throughout this season.I suppose its like any new horse, she said. You just get to know what they might or might not be bothered by. Its all part of learning the game, really.The introduction of a dedicated home-produced amateur championship has been welcomed by many riders who balance competition with careers, families and producing their own horses without professional yards behind them.It means a lot, said Pippa. I really do everything myself. Related contentHe feels like hes floating: young rider overcomes nerves to take Royal International supreme pony titleIts a massive achievement: Boston Black Tie lands Royal International supreme ridden horse titleTo win it three times is incredible: Robert Whitaker and Vermento take historic Hickstead King George victoryGemma Stevens makes history with third Eventers Challenge title at HicksteadI love them so much: 11-year-old girl jumps her way into history books at HicksteadThe post Rider savours inaugural home-produced amateur championship success at Hickstead after whirlwind first season appeared first on Your Horse.

Robert Whitaker and Equine America Vermento etched their names into Hickstead history by claiming an unprecedented third Al Shiraaa King George V Gold Cup on the final day of the Agria Royal International Horse Show.The reigning champions returned to defend their title in style, adding the 2026 crown to victories in 2023 and 2025. In doing so, the 13-year-old Argento gelding, who was bred by Roberts father John, became the first horse in the modern era of showjumping to win Hicksteads prestigious grand prix on three occasions. The feat has not been achieved since Harry Llewellyn partnered the legendary Foxhunter to a third King George success in 1953. An emotional Robert reflected on the significance of the victory afterwards.To win it three times is incredible. What can I say? he said. I didnt have the best draw and had to go first in the jump-off. I know this ring is very big and open, and its easy to have a fence down, so I just wanted to jump a safe round.To be honest, I thought I was a fraction slow, and when I was clear after the second-last fence, I probably took a bit more time than I should have. But it paid off. Whitaker also paid tribute to long-standing owners Caroline and Stephen Blatchford, whose support has been instrumental in the partnerships success.Theyre fantastic owners, and weve got a lot of horses coming through, he said.The victory also sees Robert equal his father John Whitakers tally of three King George titles. John claimed the trophy with Ryans Son in 1986, the great Milton in 1990 and Welham in 1997. Roberts uncle Michael Whitaker remains a four-time winner, while David Broome still holds the all-time record with six victories.Drawn eighth in the opening round, Robert and Vermento produced the first of just five clear rounds to secure their place in the jump-off. As the first combination to return against the clock, they faced the challenge of setting an early target, stopping the clock in 43.34sec after another faultless round.Canadas Nicole Walker came closest to denying the British rider aboard Panter JVH. Although quicker on the clock, a slip on the turn before the final fence disturbed the geldings balance, resulting in them knocking it down. Brazils Stephanie Maciera came forward with Novak De Kalvarie hoping to become only the second female rider to win the King George since the class was opened to women in 2008. She produced the only other double clear of the competition but crossed the finish more than a second behind Robert to claim the runner-up spot.Jack Whitaker finished fourth with Jack JL after lowering two fences in the jump-off, while Jessica Mendoza, who was part of Fridays British Nations Cup-winning team, completed the top five aboard Summerhouse.Picture courtesy of Elli Birch/Bootsandhooves.Related contentGemma Stevens makes history with third Eventers Challenge title at HicksteadI love them so much: 11-year-old girl jumps her way into history books at HicksteadPole exercises that make clever, confident horsesTina Cooks top tips for jumping on grassRichard Waygoods cavaletti exercisesFive common problems with a riders jumping position solvedThe post To win it three times is incredible: Robert Whitaker and Vermento take historic Hickstead King George victory appeared first on Your Horse.