Irish continue to deliver in West Sussex, with top-flight ribbons garnered on continentHickstead has been the site of famous victories of some of the best show jumpers, equine and human, Ireland has ever produced and this year, there were successes at the four-star Al Shiraaa Derby meeting in the opening three international classes for Richard Howley, David Simpson and Sen Monaghan on Thursday and Friday.The one they all wanted, of course, was the 64th edition of the Hickstead Derby. Simpson almost joined an illustrious list including Eddie Macken, Capt John Ledingham, inaugural victor Seamus Hayes, Trevor Breen and Peter Charles (in his days representing Ireland) as a multiple winner of the Derby, and with Pjotr Van De Kruishoeve, an even more select grouping inhabited by just William Funnell (GBR), with Cortaflex Mondriaan in 2006, and Dublon in 2024, of completing the Trial and Derby double.They had four faults in the jump-off however, finishing second in a brilliant effort, to William Whitaker and Flaymboyant II.Simpson, a native of Derry who is based a little over 10 miles away from Hickstead in Coolham, was joined on the podium by compatriots Stephan Dubsky and Derek McCoppin, who shared third with Briton Sammie Jo Coffin.There was five-star action in mainland Europe and Denis Lynch posted the standout result when runner-up in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix in Paris on Saturday. Cian OConnor helped his team, Riyadh Knights finish third in the League competition 24 hours earlier.Elsewhere, Harry Allen won the Grand Prix at the two-star show in Lier, where Daniel Fitzgerald was also victorious earlier in the week.Simpson and Pjotr Van De Kruishoeve got the show on the road in Hickstead with a superb victory in the Agria Derby Trial (main pic and above). A strong contingent of 45 participated and with 19 jumping efforts and a time allowed of just under two minutes, it produced just six clear rounds. Three of the four athletes that opted to return for the jump-off were Irish.Dubsky was the pathfinder in the second round, but when his horse C The Stars (Miriam Rohr) knocked the Derby rails, it gave the others some breathing space. Event rider Alex Bragg (GBR) and Hegglelane Houston were next, and having had a practice at Simpsons replica Derby fences three days earlier, they produced the first of the double clears to take the lead.Simpson matched the clear on the horse he won the 2023 Derby with, knocking almost six seconds off the target with a time of 58.24.Last to go was McCoppin and Capital Levubu (Meredith Dos Santos), but a fence down dropped them to fourth, confirming a second triumph for Simpson in the Derby Trial, 10 years after delivering with Gotti Van Paemel in 2016.Pjotr was just eight when he won the Hickstead Derby, and having not competed in it since, was steered towards Sundays headline class by his owner, notably recording gold and silver medal-winning returns in Hamburg Derby qualifiers. Following up in the Derby Trial at the West Sussex arena confirmed his wellbeing.Hes been in great shape for the last couple of weeks he was unbelievable in Hamburg and in St. Gallen, said Simpson afterwards.Howley brought up Amhrn na bhFiann for the second time by navigating Caprice DElle (ESM Equestrian) to the winners enclosure after the two-phase competition for the Tom Hudson Trophy. The pair went through the speed phase in 34 seconds flat to secure the spoils, and they were joined in the podium positions by Fenor pilot, Commandant Geoff Curran with the Irish Sport Horse DHF Alliance, who finished third in 35.30.Howley is still on a learning curve with Caprice DElle (above) but the early signs are very promising indeed for the pairing.He is a very versatile horse who absolutely loves to go against the clock, said the Enniscrone native of the 14-year-old he bought two weeks ago, after riding him for six months. He really enjoys it as I am sure you could tell by the prize giving! Hes won so much for us already in a short space of time and its great to have him in the stable.On Friday, Sen Monaghan made it a perfect three for Irish equestrians in the international classes at the iconic venue, and it was a memorable and emotional success for the Kilcock athlete. Toyger (Catherine OConnor), who Monaghan bought from Shane Breen and then rode as Ireland finished second in the Longines League of Nations final last October, has endured a number of setbacks since and the Hickstead Masters Trophy was the 14-year-olds return to high-class competition (below).A mammoth start list of 75 combinations took part but it was Monaghan and Toyger who topped the table after the jump-off, ahead of the UAEs Abdullah Mohd Al Marri, with the Irish Sport Horse BBS McGregor, bred in Kilkenny by Marguerite Ryan. Colligan man, Peter Moloney rounded out the top five with Nielson (Lisa Volk), just ahead of Castledermots former Derby winner Mikey Pender, with the Ita Brennan-bred Irish Sport Horse HHS Calais (Bravo Hughes)I knew I had arguably the best horse in the class, and I was last to go, so if everything came right Id say he was going to pull it off, said Monaghan. Hes one of the best horses in the world, hes absolutely phenomenal.Its his first big show since the League of Nations Final last October. Its an emotional win because its been a long wait to get him back on the road. Hes been unlucky with a few little setbacks since October, nothing major, but we wanted to make sure he was fully back and now he feels better than ever, so I am excited for whats ahead of him.The Longines Global Champions Tour moved to its third French venue in as many weeks, this time to the capital, and while the Irish run of victories in the team competition that is the League came to an end after the successes of Max Wachman and Ciaran Nallon, OConnor did ensure a Green Jacket on the podium just a matter of hours after Monaghans win in Hickstead.With the Eiffel Tower in touching distance of the Champ de Mars facility, the Karlswood Stables maestro followed an opening time fault with Kentucky TN (Karlswood Partners) in the 1.60m speed class by going clear (below) with Gospel Tame (Ronnoco Jump/ULC) in the 1.55m equivalent, the latter effort in 72.28 earning fourth place on the individual standings.More importantly, with Olivier Perreau (FRA) having one rail down on Himalaya Du Temple, having gone clear in the first competition with GL Events Dorai DAiguilly, that left the Knights on a total of five faults, enough for third.Were really happy, OConnor declared. The horses jumped great and Olivier rode really well too. My horse was fantastic in the first round and Gospel had to shorten up a bit for the second round because the time was tight, but he handled that really well. To be on the podium and get Riyadh Knights up there, were certainly very happy.Its important to make a plan, but there are so many good combinations and so much competition. We came here wanting to go well this week, so it was great when it worked out. To come away with a podium and some strong championship points is very positive for the team.The Irish highlight of the show, however, was the Cordial showcasing his enduring class with a runner-up finish in Saturdays LGCT Grand Prix, with Lynch (below left) in the irons. The 17-year-old stallion owned by Onyx Consulting and Tipperarys Finest excelled with a double clear under his experienced pilot, and the duo were among six of the 41 original participants to return for the decider.And Cordial showed that he has plenty of gears under the bonnet, as well as scope, going clear again in 39.89 seconds. That saw off the partnerships of GL Events Dorai DAiguilly (third) and Christian Ahlmann (GER), with Untouched LB (fourth), two of the others to be foot-perfect over the obstacles.There could be no denying Max Khner (AUT) and his Mark Sherry-bred 15-year-old EIC Up Too Jacco Blue, however, the pair streaking clear in 38.36 to capture the 101,838 first prize, though 61,720 was significant consolation for Lynch and Cordials connections.Khner moves to second in the overall standings, with Mikey Pender the leading Irish athlete in seventh, just ahead of OConnor. Lynch remains in contention for the end-of-season finale in 16th.Attentions returned to the other side of the English Channel on Sunday, as Simpson chased history as part of a really strong Irish challenge. Ballymoney, Co Wexford athlete Dubsky held the lead a long while with C The Stars, a pairing that took fourth in the Deutches Derby in Hamburg, as the only combination with four faults as the course claimed victim after victim. Eventually, they were joined by Longfords McCoppin and Capital Levubu, and Coffin with the Brian OMalley-bred and co-owned Chaccomo Blue (ISH).Simpson and the horse he knows as Freddie removed those from the equation with a faultless round, though there was a nervous moment with a rub of a pole in the Devils Dyke. They would be joined immediately by William Whitaker, himself a winner 10 years ago, and looking to add to his familys 10 previous triumphs. Whats more, the English rider and Flamboyant II had been beaten in jump-offs in the last two renewals. They had a touch of fortune too but again, score card remained unblemished.It was the Ulsterman that was first to return with his 11-year-old stallion, who is naturally faster than Flamboyant. They injected some speed to proceedings but did not escape the Devils Dyke on this occasion, knocking the middle part of the triple, after a tight turn. It was the first time the horse had knocked a jump on the course. Simpson could not hide his disappointment, dropping his head to his right hand.Whitaker and Flamboyant finally shed their bridesmaid status with an unerring jumping display to deny the 2023 victors. But Simpson was proud of his partners endeavours and looking forward to the future with what is still a very young horse at this level.Pjotr loves it here at Hickstead, and I was delighted with how he was today, he stated. His next target is to come back here in July for the Nations Cup and the Grand Prix. Thats the good thing about him, he can do Derbies, he can do five-star Grands Prix. Im very lucky to have him.On Sunday, Allen and Lukaku Vd Bisschop (Aloga Stables) justified their status as favourites for the concluding Grand Prix at the Azelhof arena. The Germany-based Enniscorthy athlete and his 15-year-old bay stallion topped a field of 59 by going quickest in a 10-strong jump-off, stopping the timers in 39.32 seconds in the 1.45m class.On Thursday, Kilcullen athlete Fitzgerald and another Aloga Stables charte, Deparino B, were the fastest of eight double clears in the 1.45m jump-off class with a time of 35.45.BREEDINGDHF ALLIANCE (ISH) 2015 Mare by Ard Vdl Douglas (KWPN) out of Rosie Bee (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Paul Douglas, Aughnacloy, Co Tyrone. Owner: Jess Stallard & Minister for Defence. Rider: Commandant Geoff Curran (IRL).CHACCOMO BLUE (ISH) 2011 br gelding by Vigo DArsouilles (BWP) our of Hot Lux (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). BreedeR: Brian OMalley, Co Sligo. Owner: Sammie Joe Coffin & Brian OMalley. Rider: Sammie Jo Coffin (GBR)EIC UP TOO JACCO BLUE (ISH) 2011 br gelding by Chacco-Blue (MECKL) out Celestial Up Too (ISH) by Douglas (KWPN). Breeder: Mark Sherry, Co Wicklow. Owner: Hans Christian Jacobsen & Khner. Rider: Max Khner (AUT)BBS MCGREGOR (ISH) 2012 gelding by Cardento (HOLST) out of Random Chance (ISH) by Mark Twain (TB). Breeder: Marguerite Ryan, Co Kilkenny. Owner: Al ShiraAa Stables. Rider: Abdullah Mohd Al Marri (UAE).HHS CALAIS (ISH) 2011 gelding by Cavalier Royale (HOLST) out of MHS OBOS Cruise (ISH) by OBOS Quality (OLD). Breeder: Ita Brennan, Co. Kilkenny. Owner: Bravo Hughes Ltd. Rider: Michael Pender (IRL).The post Simpson heads Hickstead heroics appeared first on .

Lots of wins and Irish breeding shining from Advanced to Modified everywhere except the UK as no Novice or above there for the first time in memory!See below the up-to-date results for this week unverified results will be added to next weeks results.Luhmuhlen International (GER) 17th 21st July 2026CCI 5* Long.3rd Shanroe Cooley (ISH)[was Shanroe Italk] 2015 gelding by Dallas VDL (BWP) out of Shanroe Saphire (ISH) by Condios (HOLST). Breeder: Anthony Smyth (Down). Rider: Boyd Martin (USA) 35.7, 0, 2.4 = 38.110th Cooley With Ambition (ISH) 2015 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Janes Council (ISH) by Dow Jones Courcel (SF). Breeder: Conal Reilly (Longford). Rider: Harry Horton (GBR) 33.5, 2, 35.6 = 71.1.Other Irish Bred Finishers:11th Mister Big Ears (ISH)[TIH] 2015 gelding by Cruisings Micky Finn (ISH)[TIH] out of Coevers Frankford (ISH)[TIH] by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Sam Ecroyd (GBR) 77.312th Ivanhoe (ISH)[TIH] 2015 gelding by Wounderwall (TB) out of Amazon Cruise (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Thomas Jones. Rider: Dominic Furnell (IRL) 89.813th Carrowgar Je Taime Max (ISH) 2013 gelding by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP) out of Coolcorran Roseau (ISH)[TIH] by Coolcorron Cool Diamond (ISH). Breeder: Gina Heaps. Rider: Sian Coleman (IRL) 93.2.CCI 4* Short2nd Tullabeg Platinum (ISH) 2014 gelding by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP) out of Tullabeg Hero (ISH) by Cult Hero (TB). Breeder: Nicholas Cousins. Rider: Julia Krajewski (GER) 27.2, 0, 7.2 = 34.4.Stable View Summer Horse Trials (USA) 20th 21st July 2026Advanced3rd Fernhill Cardevega (ISH)[was Cardevga] 2017 gelding by Cardento (HOLST) out of Quevega (ISH) by ARS Vivendi (HOLST). Breeder: Fionnuala Byrne. Rider: Ivie Cullen-Dean (USA) 37.1, 9.6, 44.4 = 91.1.Only 3 finished.Open Intermediate1st HSH Marshall (ISH)(was Poynstown Marshall) 2016 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Poynstown Queen (ISH) by Olympix Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Paula Widger. Rider: Karl Slezak (CAN) 32.5, 0, 8.0 = 40.58th GoldenEye 007 (ISH)[was Rosco Ranger] 2018 gelding by Goodluck VDL (KWPN) out of Cuffesgrange Sensation (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: Joe Connaughton. Rider: Heather Bush (USA) 44.6, 4, 24.8 = 73.49th Grantstown Magic Man (ISH) 2019 gelding by Tullabeg Fusion (ISH) (ISH) out of Grantstown Bon Voyage (ISH) by Cobra (HOLST). Breeder: Thomas Widger. Rider: Ivie Cullen-Dean (USA) 35.2, 4, 36.4 = 75.6.Open Preliminary1st Greenhall Good Decision (ISH)[was Grenhall Illuminator] 2017 gelding by ARS Vivendi (HOLST) out of Greenhall Indicator (ISH) by Limmerick (HOLST). Breeder: Derry Rothwell. Rider: Sydney Elliott (USA) 27.6, 0, 2.8 = 30.43rd Fernhill Hotshot (ISH)[was You Two Hotshot] 2016 gelding by Warrenstown You 2 (ISH) out of Ballinamonapark Honet (ISH) by Iroko (WESTF). Breeder: Vahe Bogossian. Rider: Amy Cobb (USA) 35.3, 0, 5.6 = 40.9.Preliminary Rider2nd Sportsfield Kan Do (ISH) 2018 gelding by HSF Cardento Royale (ISH) out of CSF Roys Lady (ISH) by Kannan (KWPN). Breeder: James ODea. Rider: Lily Barlow (USA) 23.2, 0.8, 7.6 = 31.63rd Dartans Hillcrest (ISH)[was Dartans Shine A Light] 2014 gelding by OBOB Quality 004 (OLD)out of Dartans Valerie (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder: Louise Lyons. Rider: Lara Gabrie (HON) 29.0, 4, 34.4 = 67.4.Open Modified3rd Cooley All In (ISH) 2018 gelding by Chello III VDL (HOLST) out of Lady Glider (ISH) by Kroongraaf (KWPN). Breeder: Martin Duffy. Rider: Susan Plumb (USA) 23.0, 0, 4.4 = 27.4.Mid South Pony Club Horse Trials (USA) 19th 21st July 2026Open Preliminary4th Roscommon (ID) 2000 gelding by Crosstown Dancer (ID) out of Fenagh Abbey (ID) by Holycross (ID). Breeder: Messers Curran & Callahan. Rider: Abby Blackburn (USA) 34.8, 4, 0.4 = 39.27th MHE Excel Star Noble Ikon (ISH) 2020 gelding by Ganesh Hero Z (ZANG) out of Ces Chippy Di (ISH) by Chippison (ISH). Breeder: Brian Burke. Rider: Morgan Houberg (USA) 32.8, 4, 7.6 = 44.49th Quality on Tap (ISH) [was Lagans Vivant Morning] 2019 mare by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Tyrella Sunday Morning (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Peter Rice. Rider: Alexandra Knowles (USA) 32.0, 0, 17.6 = 49.6.Open Modified Div 11st Sportsfield CoolKenny (ISH) 2018 gelding by Coolkeeran (HOLST) out of Patricks Polly (ISH)[TIH] by Nad Elshiba (TB). Breeder: Thomas Hutchinson. Rider: Anna Kjellstrom (USA) 25.2, 0, 2.8 = 28.05th Lammy Fortune (ISH)[was Lammy Vulcan] 2018 gelding by Echonix (ISH) out of Coevers Dream Girl (ISH)[TIH] by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: Norman E Watt. Rider: Kristina Koehler (USA) 28.6, 4, 23.6 = 56.2.Open Modified Div 22nd Quality Outlaw (ISH)(was Oranbay Clyde) 2020 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of KG Star (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breedwer: Rachel Konisberry. Rider: Ryan Keefe (USA) 32.5, 4, 0.8 = 37.35th Carrafarm Be Mine (ISH)[TIH] 2019 gelding by Lionwood Kinsales Lad (ID) out of Lambscross GRA (ISH)[TIH] by Laughtons Flight (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Aidan Daly. Rider: Madeline Binder (USA) 34.1, 0, 12.0 = 46.16th CCS Dance Monkey (ISH) 2018 gelding by Kaemore Diamond Clover (ID) out of Heather Hills (ISH) by Colourfield (TB). Breeder: Joseph Keenan. Rider: Kyra Steinrock (USA) 29.8, 12, 4.4 = 46.2.Fox River Valley Pony Club Horse Trials (USA) 20th 21st June 2026Open Preliminary1st KBS Curious Quality (ISH)[was KBS Pirate Cove] 2017 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Pirate Fairy (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Kieran Kennedy. Rider: Kristine Burgess (USA) 29.5, 0, 0.0 = 29.5.Vittel International (FRA) 11th 14th June 2026CCI 4* Short5th Dirty Old Town (ISH) 2015 gelding by Cruisings Ambassador (ISH) out of Puissance Royale (ISH) by Puissance (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Asher Nicolas (FRA) 37.0, 04, 0.0 = 37.4.CCI 1* Intro8th Fourfields Maximum Stake (ISH) 2017 mare by Goodluck VDL (KWPN) out of Ardagh Maxi (AES) by Maximum Clearance (TB). Breeder: Donal Galvin. Rider: Lena Maria Setzwein (GER) 30.5, 4, 0.0 = 34.5.Kaposvar International (HUN) 12th 14th June 2026CCI 3* Short1st Cooley Goodwood (ISH)[was LLS Quality Diamond] 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Burrane Kate (ISH)[TIH] by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: James Coughlan (Clare). Rider: Arjan Nagra (IND) 30.6, 9.2, 0.0 = 39.85th Fernhill Peak Panther (ISH)[was The Peak Panther] 2015 gelding by Orestus (KWPN) out of Womans Heart (ISH) by Womanizer (KWPN). Breeder: Jim OConnell. Rider: Carolina Ferraini (ITA) 40.1, 4, 10.8 = 54.97th LCC Richie Rich (ISH) 2018 gelding by Je TAime Flemenco out of LCC Cavalier Sweetheart by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Linda Courtney Cadam. Rider: Fosco Girardi (ITA) 44.4, 8, 10.8 = 63.2.CCI 2* Short1st Tullibards Nobody Knows (ISH) 2016 mare by Tullibards Bennys Legacy (OLD) out of Tullibards Hot Shot (ISH) by Cruisings Micky Finn (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Hans Jurgen Kuehnle. Rider: Julia Lentrodt (GER) 32.3, 0, 0.0 = 32.38th A Touch of Cobra (unk) 2018 gelding by Cobra 18 (WEWB) out of Lady Lux (unk) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Gary Kavanagh. Rider: Levante Girardi (ITA) 35.8, 0, 2.0 = 37.89th Gold Sohayla (ISH) 2020 mare by Vivant Van de Heffinck (BWP) out of Dream Beauty (ISH) by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP). Breeder: Patrick Hogan. Rider: Edwardo Fortini (ITA) 36.0, 4, 1.2 = 41.210th Santiago Steppe (ISH) 2014 mare by Mermus R (KWPN) out of Zantus (ISH) by Aldatus Z (OLD). Breeder: Tommy Merrigan. Rider: Suhani Ponzo (ITA) 43.0, 0, 0.0 = 43.0.Westerstede International (GER) 11th 14th June 20263rd LEB Empress (ISH) 2014 mare by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of LEB Liath (ISH)[TIH] by Colin Diamond (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Jo Breheny (Waterford). Rider: Gustav Von Schoen (GER) 33.8, 0, 1.2 = 34.8.These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman.These results are funded by Horse Sport Ireland.The post Irish bred Sport Horses well represented in a small entry at 5* appeared first on .

Ireland finished sixth in the third leg of the Longines League of Nations this afternoon in Rotterdam.Jessica Kuertens team of Michael Duffy, Niamh McEvoy, Jordan Coyle and Shane Sweetnam totalled 24 faults after two rounds of competitive jumping, with Great Britain taking top honours following a three-way jump-off. The United States of America were runners-up, while Switzerland filled the podium in third.The Irish were well positioned at the halfway stage of proceedings on just four faults after clear rounds for Coyle and Sweetnam, but the team couldnt replicate those efforts in round two and slipped from third position to sixth.The result means Ireland remain in third place in the standings, all but assured of a place in the Barcelona final with one leg remaining at Gassin St Tropez to come in September.Horse Sport Ireland High Performance Jumping Manager, Kuerten, said: Everyone tried their best in Rotterdam today, and we had great performances from Jordan and Shane.Duffy was first in for the Green Jackets with Mr Qerly Z, who produced a solid round of jumping all round, with just a pole at the first of the double dropping as Ireland began with four faults.22-year-old Niamh McEvoy, on just her second Longines League of Nations appearance, was next in withe BP Rocket Man (ISH) who unfortnately dropped a couple of poles for eight faults.Coyle steadied the ship for Ireland just when it was needed, keeping the team on a score of four faults through three combinations after a magnificent clear with Chaccolino with Sweetnam to come as anchor.World number six Sweetnam was unflappable with Coriaan van Klapscheut Z, the up-and-coming 10-year-old gelding, as they delivered a second clear round for Ireland to go into the break just one pole off joint leaders The Netherlands and Switzerland.Perhaps surprisingly, of the ten nations who lined up, it was the top two in the standings coming into Rotterdam, Germany and France, who were eliminated, opening the door for Ireland two climb into the top two spots from third.With the format of the Longines League of Nations meaning just three combinations jump in round two it was Duffy, Coyle and Sweetnam coming back for a second time, with all scores counting.That format proved costly almost instantly as Duffy had an unfortunate 12 faults with Mr Qerly Z as Ireland slipped to sixth position before Coyle produced another solid effort for four faults with Chaccolino.Sweetnam and Coriaan van Klapscheut Z rounded out the the afternoon with just one pole falling for four faults as Ireland finished on 24.The post Ireland sixth at Longines League of Nations third leg in Rotterdam appeared first on .

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 .