Showjumping
Irish Olympian Shane Sweetnam won the $215,000 MARS Equestrian CSI4* Grand Prix at Wellington International on February 1, 2026, with a jump-off time of 41.40 seconds aboard Coriaan van Klapscheut Z. Fellow Irish rider Bertram Allen finished second, while American Natalie Dean took third place. Australian Jamie Winning-Kermond secured fourth on Tulara WAT Colbensky.
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Nine Shetland ponies, along with 51 top showjumping horses and seven dogs, traveled on a special charter flight from Belgium to Hong Kong for the second Longines International Horse Show. The 12-hour journey on a Cathay Cargo Boeing 747 freighter departed from Liege, carrying equine participants for the event running from January 30 to February 1. Riders including British showjumper John Whitaker are set to compete at the Asia-World Expo.
The CSI5* H.H. The Father's Amir Prix is underway in Doha, Qatar, drawing attention from showjumping enthusiasts. Equnews International highlights a busy week for CSI5* competitions. Equtelex.com offers a complete overview of participants.
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British Showjumping has confirmed that Aintree International Equestrian Centre will host the Equiyd National Amateur and Veterans Championships in 2026, marking the 17th consecutive year at the venue. The event is scheduled for 10–15 November, with qualifiers already underway nationwide. It remains a beloved highlight for amateur and veteran riders due to its competitive opportunities and unique atmosphere.