Equestrian

Four prominent dressage stallions—United, Ampere, All at Once, and Ferguson—have been officially proclaimed as "Keur" stallions by the KWPN breeding society. The announcement came during the 2026 KWPN Stallion Licensing event held in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands.

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The sudden death of Diallo BB, a top grand prix dressage horse owned by German Olympian Jessica von Bredow-Werndl, has drawn attention to equine Borna disease virus, though the virus was later ruled out as the cause. The 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding's illness remains unexplained, prompting interest in the rare neurotropic virus primarily affecting Central Europe. With fatality rates of 80 to 100 percent in horses, the disease underscores ongoing veterinary challenges.

In Emilia Romagna, the FISE Regional Committee led by Davide Zanghi is collaborating with disaster relief agencies to create an emergency system for stables and horses. This initiative aims to protect equine welfare amid natural disasters. The plan was highlighted in a recent Cavallo Magazine report.

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Antonio Maria Garofalo claimed victory in the Gran Premio C145 at the show jumping event in Terracina, Italy. Riding Abelle degli Assi, he triumphed among over 400 competing pairs during a busy and successful weekend.

The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show concluded with French rider Roger-Yves Bost claiming victory in the prestigious Longines Grand Prix. Organizers hailed the event as a potential catalyst for an Asian equestrian boom. The three-day competition at AsiaWorld-Expo featured elite international riders alongside emerging Asian and local talents.

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The British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and Marnie-Grange Stud have introduced a new series for 2026 to reward consistent rider-pony combinations through point accumulation. Sponsored by Alan Marnie, the awards will cover qualifying shows for major events like the Royal International Horse Show and London International. Top performers will receive substantial cash prizes and recognition.