The spring performance test also yielded high-quality dressage stallions. All eight of the participating stallions were approved, with the highest score (85) awarded to the Desperado son Dettori.

“We registered eight different stallions, all of which can contribute to breeding with their unique qualities,” explained Chairman Bert Rutten with satisfaction. “In the reports, we discuss the stallions' specific qualities at length, as we observed in this year's spring performance test.”   With 85 points, the Desperado son Dettori (out of Diamond Eye s.De Niro, breeder: S. Tietje of Alfhausen), registered to Jan Greve and Rob van Ruitenbeek, performed remarkably well. He earned 9's for carriage & balance and rideability & willingness. “Time after time, he stood out for his elasticity and talent for collection,” said Rutten.  Following closely behind was the Eye Catcher son In Style (out of Sissy s.Lorentin), registered to Joop van Uytert, who was one of today's trendsetters. He was registered with 84.5 points.

In Style also scored a 9 for rideability and willingness, as did the super-rideable I’m Perfect STH (Blue Hors Zack out of Diana II prok s.Fidertanz), registered to breeders Lens and Berna Nekeman. His total score was 83.5 points.  Four Legends KS (Wynton x Ferro), who is participating in the 21-day test, was also presented . The stallion's final exam is scheduled for this Tuesday.