Last year in the Stallion Competition and again this summer in the Pavo Cup, Charlotte Fry and Pjethro had to settle for the reserve title. Today, the Kjento son struck back, taking the first win of the Anemone Horse Trucks Stallion Competition Dressage season with an impressive 89.8 points in the M class. As the first starter in the M class at Kronenberg, Pjethro (v.Kjento out of Jaomie elite IBOP-dres D-OC by Desperado, bred by A.J. Beerens from De Moer) set a benchmark that no one could beat. Under Charlotte Fry, the chestnut stallion earned 9.2 for canter and overall impression. “This is a very strong, functional horse with a lot of technique in the legs,” said Domien Michiels, who judged the class together with Janine van Twist and Brecht D’Hoore. “In walk, we’d like to see a bit more stretch and at times a little more relaxation, though it was active and ground-covering. When the reins were taken up, he maintained a pure rhythm. The trot shows great technique, power, and natural balance—sometimes we’d like a slightly quieter mouth. The stretching in trot was especially good; he followed the contact beautifully. The canter has excellent self-carriage, is very functional, and remains uphill, with well-balanced transitions.” Patheon close second The competition in the M class was close, with Patheon (v.Hermès out of Watradin ster pref PROK by San Remo, bred by M. Schaap from Woudrichem) finishing just behind with 89.4 points. Under Alvaro Rodriquez Siscar, the stallion stood out for his excellent walk. “This horse was presented very nicely, with a pleasant connection to the bit. When he became a little sharp or tense, the rider handled it very well by softening the hands. The walk is active and pure, maintaining a good rhythm even after transitions from canter to walk. In trot, he could take a bit more weight behind in the extensions, but he shows a lovely frame, good balance, and was well presented. The canter extensions were powerful, though at moments he was a fraction tense.” Outstanding walk Also showing an excellent walk was Power Dutch (v.Glock’s Toto Jr. out of Miss Dutch Utopia elite sport-dres IBOP-dres D-OC by Double Dutch, bred by Stal Hexagon from Schore), who completed the top three. Under Thamar Zweistra, he scored 87.2 points, highlighted by a 9.8 for walk. “The walk is very ground-covering, active, and impressively large. He maintains a clear rhythm and activity from the very first step. The trot is uphill with plenty of power; in the extensions, he could stay a bit more on the hind leg. The same applies to the canter, which shows plenty of strength and activity.” More information about the Stallion Competition 2025/2026 Photo Pjethro: Horses

The Z class of the Anemone Horse Trucks Stallion Competition Dressage showcased outstanding quality this evening. World Champion Red Viper lived up to every expectation under Dinja van Liere, scoring an impressive 92.2 points. With that result, the Romanov Blue Hors son claimed victory in Kronenberg. Dinja van Liere presented Red Viper (s.Romanov Blue Hors out of Zolena elite pref EPTM-dres sport-dres PROK by Sir Sinclair, bred by C. Kerbert from Enschede) in the Z class of the Anemone Horse Trucks Stallion Competition. The stallion received a 9.8 for trot and a 9.5 for overall impression from judges Domien Michiels, Brecht D’Hoore, and Janine van Twist. “What a powerhouse, presented with great harmony,” praised Domien Michiels. “In the collected walk, we would like to see a clearer degree of collection. The extended walk was very pure, ground-covering, and rhythmical. He followed the contact beautifully, maintaining a clear rhythm. In trot, we saw tremendous power, impulsion, and balance. The lateral movements were executed with elevation and suppleness, and the contact was excellent. In counter canter, he could show a bit more balance today, but the extensions in canter were really beautiful. The flying changes were straight and powerful.” Harmonious Obsession Taonga World Championship finalist Obsession Taonga (s.Vitalis out of Jatilinda elite pref IBOP-dres sport-dres PROK by All At Once, bred by Stal 104 BV from Wijdewormer) closely followed with 90.8 points. Young rider Lara van Nek presented the homebred stallion with great harmony. “This is a very elegant stallion with lots of expression. In the collected walk, he could have been a little more active from behind, but the rhythm remained pure. The extended walk was active with a good overtrack, and the frame opened nicely. The trot showed a lot of balance and power, with lovely extensions where he again opened the frame and kept the hind leg well engaged. In the lateral movements to the left, there was a bit of balance loss. In canter, this horse shows excellent ability to carry weight, which was also evident in the pirouettes.” Extreme U.S. Extreme U.S. (s.Escamillo out of Viva Contana PS by Vivaldi, bred by Gestüt Lewitz, Steinfeld, GER) also made a strong impression under Renate van Uytert–van Vliet. The Pavo Cup winner scored 89 points, finishing in third place. “A very impressive horse, presented nicely uphill. The overall picture could become even more appealing as he develops a bit more length in the frame. The collected walk was a real highlight—active and with a clear rhythm. The extended walk was also pure, though we would like to see a bit more reach from the shoulder. The trot showed plenty of impulsion and uphill movement. The flying changes in canter were still a little green but cleanly executed. This stallion has a lot of power in canter.” More information about the Stallion Competition 2025/2026 Photo Red Viper: Horses

At Peelbergen Equestrian Centre in Kronenberg, the Stallion Competition kicked off today with the first rounds of the season. The first selection of the KWPN Stallion Competition Gelder horse was won this evening by Anouk Slabbers with Ojee – B. The Ibsen B son impressed under Anouk Slabbers with his expressive trot, earning a total of 83 points. As the first starter of the evening Anouk Slabbers presented Ojee – B (s.Ibsen B out of Jorien Tilde elite IBOP PROK by Rubus B, bred by G.S.W. te Bokkel from Eerbeek) in the ZZ-L class. Judges Arie Hamoen and Janine van Twist awarded the stallion a 9 for his trot, leading him to victory in the combined Z and ZZ-L division. “This horse delivered a lovely performance and became more relaxed as the test progressed,” explained Arie Hamoen. “We saw this especially in the flying changes, which improved in the second half of the test. The walk could show a bit more overtrack and relaxation through the body. In trot, the horse moves uphill with an even bend to both sides. The canter shows plenty of power.” Powerful-trotting Odeer Second place went to Odeer (s.Atze out of Zeronica elite prest sport-dres PROK by Talos), presented by his breeder and owner Anouk Noordman. With an 8.4 for the trot as his highlight, the stallion earned 80.6 points. “This stallion still found the atmosphere a bit exciting, and we felt he could have relaxed more throughout the test. The walk is active and pure, though it could show more stride in the beginning. The trot is powerful and uphill, with good ability to collect and extend. In canter, the flying changes were correct, but we would like to see a bit more athleticism.” Olaf Official Under Zoë Kuintjes, Olaf Official (s.Henkie out of Diamant ster by Sirius, bred by G.J.W. Roerdinkholder from Winterswijk Kotten) took third place, earning 76.4 points with a consistent set of marks. “This horse still needs to develop more strength, especially in the trot where the hind leg could engage more decisively. The walk shows clear overtrack and good rhythm. In canter, he performed correct changes but was slightly hurried, which affected his self-carriage.” Photo Ojee - B: Horses

From November 14 to 17, breeders will have the opportunity to bid on 17 carefully selected in-foal mares during the KWPN Online Broodmare Auction . Among the standout offerings is the genetically exceptional U25 Grand Prix mare Esther SVN (s.Voice). The collection also features mares closely related to world-class performers such as World Cup winner Chaplin, Olympic medallist Parzival, renowned stallion Krack C, and Grand Prix winner Modesto. This auction represents a unique opportunity for breeders to invest in proven bloodlines and elevate their breeding program to the next level. Over the past years, the KWPN Auctions platform has grown into a leading international marketplace, bringing together breeders and buyers from around the world. The latest collection features 13 dressage mares and four showjumping mares, all in foal to top sires such as Radetsky, Extreme U.S., Red Viper, Glamourdale, and Guidam, offering an enticing mix of performance and pedigree. Highlights A true headliner is Esther SVN (s.Voice), a mare with an outstanding performance record and a first-class pedigree. She achieved multiple podium finishes in international U25 Grand Prix-classes under Marijke van Giessen and is a full sister to Olympic dressage horse Brother de Jeu. Her renowned dam O.Esther also produced the Grand Prix horses Asther de Jeu and Zafriq de Jeu, and Esther SVN herself is in foal to the promising stallion Radetsky. Another dressage highlight is Lakewood Tarpania (s.Charmeur), an elite mare who earned 85 points in her IBOP test and successfully competed at Z2 (3 rd /4 th ) level. She is in foal to Extreme U.S. and descends from the Small Tour mare Hollywood Tarpania, dam of the German-licensed WC-participant Dutch Dream and half-sister to Grand Prix horse King VE. The Ferguson daughter Pay Me More WVB is a half-sister to the national Grand Prix horse Intrepid and to Neala WVB, who is trained by Kirsten Beckers and ready to debut at Small Tour level. This mare is in foal to Desperado. For showjumping breeders, the elite mare Geraltha W (s.Ultimo) is a rare find. She is a 1.30m-level competitor and half-sister to Chaplin (s.Verdi), the World Cup Final winner in Leipzig and multiple CSI5* Grand Prix-winner under Martin Fuchs. Geraltha W is in foal to Sambucci de Muze, making her a valuable addition to any sport horse breeding program. More information The full collection is now available at www.kwpn.auction. Bidding opens on Friday, November 14, and closes on Monday, November 17, starting at 8:00 PM (CET). Interested buyers must register in advance to place bids. For further information, KWPN inspectors are available to answer any questions about the mares. Our partner Horses2Fly can assist with international transport arrangements. For inquiries, please contact Mairin van der Tol at salespromotion@kwpn.nl or +31 (0)341 255511. View the collection Photo: AdW Fotografie

It’s almost time for the next edition of the KWPN Stallion Show 2026. From January 28 to 31, the Brabanthallen in ’s-Hertogenbosch will once again be the stage for four days of breeding, sport, and show.As of today, KWPN members can secure their tickets for this highlight of the year. This week, ticket sales are exclusively open to KWPN members. During this member-only period, they have first access to the best seats and can take advantage of special member benefits. Simply log in with your membership number, the member discount is applied automatically, so there’s no need to enter any extra codes during checkout. Members who purchase their tickets before January 1, 2026, will also receive an attractive Early Bird discount. Parking tickets will be available for purchase on-site at the Brabanthallen during the event. International breeders’ conferences Two international breeders’ conferences will take place during the KWPN Stallion Show. On Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m., the “The future of showjumping breeding” conference will be held in the Hertogzaal, followed on Thursday evening by “Shaping the future of dressage, here breeding meets performance.” Tickets for both conferences are sold separately via the ticket shop. Combination tickets Don’t want to miss a thing? Choose a combination ticket. Visitors can enjoy two full days at a reduced rate: Wednesday & Thursday, or Friday & Saturday. Tickets are available via the KWPN Ticketshop . General ticket sales for non-members start on Friday, November 14, at 10:00 a.m. Order Tickets KWPN Stallion Show Information KWPN Stallion Show Program Source: KWPN Photo: HippoFoto – Secret Lover

In the run-up to the KWPN Stallion Show 2026, entries are now open for the First Viewing powered by AJ Bedrijfsdiensten . From December 9 to 17, the KWPN Center in Ermelo will once again be dedicated to the stallion selection for dressage, showjumping, and Gelder stallions. Do you have a quality stallion you would like to present at the First Viewing? Register your stallion now. Entries close on Wednesday, November 19. The First Viewing begins with the dressage stallions, from December 9 to 13. The Gelder stallions will be presented on December 11 and 12, followed by the showjumping stallions from December 15 to 17. During this selection round, the nearly three-year-old stallions are presented to the stallion selection committee, which will determine which stallions are invited to the Second Viewing during the KWPN Stallion Show 2026. Presentation under saddle (Almost) four-year-old stallions may also be presented under saddle during the First Viewing. The Second Viewing in ’s-Hertogenbosch will then also take place under saddle. This method of testing aligns more closely with breeding goals and sport performance, and offers owners the opportunity to present stallions that have developed at a later stage. How to enter You can easily register via MijnKWPN: log in with your membership number and password, and select the stallion you wish to enter. Once you click “save,” your registration is final. Register dressuurhengsten Register Gelderse hengsten Register springhengsten Foreign stallions If you would like to enter a foreign stallion, please send a copy of the pedigree certificate along with your contact details to the KWPN office (by email to hengstenselectie@kwpn.nl or by post). Entry fee For the upcoming selection season, a reduced entry fee applies to the First Viewing. The fee is €350, including stall rental and VAT. Vaccinations and regulations Please note: as of April 1, 2024, a revised primary influenza vaccination protocol applies to horses born in 2022 or later. Make sure your stallion complies with the veterinary requirements for participation. The primary influenza vaccination consists of three injections: The second vaccination must be administered no sooner than 21 days and no later than 60 days after the first. For horses born in 2022 and 2023, this interval is 21 to 92 days. The third vaccination must be administered at least 120 days and no more than 6 months and 21 days after the second, and then annually within 12 months thereafter. For participation in the Second Viewing, the first two vaccinations are sufficient, provided the deadline for the third vaccination has not yet passed. For horses born before January 1, 2022, no changes apply if their vaccination schedule is already in order. It is also not permitted to completely remove tactile hairs (whiskers) around the mouth and eyes. Compliance will be monitored by the officials present. KWPN Online Stallion Auction In addition to the KWPN Select Sale, KWPN will also organize the KWPN Online Stallion Auction — an online auction for First and Second Viewing stallions, hosted on our auction website. The stallions will be published with detailed information, including photo and video footage recorded during the First Viewing. For more information about the KWPN Online Stallion Auction, please contact KWPN at salespromotion@kwpn.nl or +31 (0)341 255 511. Need assistance? The KWPN Information Desk is available during office hours at +31 (0)341 255 555 or via info@kwpn.nl. Source: KWPN Photo: Horses

From January 26 to 31, 2026, the KWPN of North America is organizing a special trip to the Netherlands in cooperation with the KWPN. Participants will enjoy exclusive farm visits, inspiring educational tours, and, of course, attend the KWPN Stallion Show together as a group. Registration and organization are handled by KWPN-NA. You can book your spot via their sign-up form on the KWPN-NA website. After registering, their office will contact you with further details and payment information. The form also includes a hotel discount code. Make sure to sign up before December 10 th , after this date, discounted hotel rates and reserved seats at the Stallion Show and on the tour bus can no longer be guaranteed. KWPN-NA sign-up form KWPN Stallion Show 2026  Bron: KWPN Foto: KWPN*