Dutch rider Willem Greve secured victory in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup in Gothenburg, marking his third win of the 2025/2026 season. British veteran John Whitaker finished ninth aboard Equine America Unick du Francport. The event highlighted top equestrian talent at the Scandinavium arena.
The penultimate leg of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ 2025/2026 Western European League took place at Gothenburg’s Scandinavium arena, drawing intense competition among leading riders. Dutch star Willem Greve rode Grandorado TN N.O.P. to a flawless jump-off round, clocking 42.19 seconds for the win. This marked Greve’s third victory of the campaign, with the Netherlands achieving a one-two finish as Kim Emmen placed second on Imagine N.O.P. Home favorite Malin Baryard-Johnsson earned third for Sweden on H&M Indiana.
For British fans, John Whitaker’s ninth-place finish was a notable performance. Riding his seasoned gelding Equine America Unick du Francport, Whitaker navigated the challenging course designed by Peter Schumacher with precision and composure. His result underscores his enduring presence in elite equestrian jumping.
Greve praised his horse after the win: “I’m over the moon for my horse. Grandorado has been a great horse for many years, and he deserves to have this win. This one is for him.” He also highlighted the supportive atmosphere: “The Swedish public are horse people… it gives you a little bit extra in the ring. This show is a classic, with crowds that are here for the love of horses. That’s what makes it so special.”
The victory earned Greve 20 qualifying points, propelling him to the top of the Western European League standings and securing his spot at the Final in Fort Worth, USA. France’s Julien Épaillard holds second with 69 points, followed by Germany’s Daniel Deusser on 66 points after his sixth-place finish. The series now moves to Helsinki for the final qualifying leg.
