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Categories: KWPN Championships
Regions: General
Regions: General
26 July 2024 | 18:49
Athletic Artuna E Z (by Aganix du Seigneur) Convincingly Wins NMK Title
Breeder Popke van Eik came specifically to Ermelo for the event and was far from disappointed. The Aganix du Seigneur daughter Artuna E Z, the Friesian CK champion, dominated the national championship.
26 July 2024 | 17:59
Breeder of the Year Jumping - gebr. Bosch
This year, the Arnold Kootstra Trophy was awarded to the Breeder of the Year in the Jumping category: the Bosch Brothers from Luttenberg. Breeding is a family affair, and several family members were present at the ceremony.
26 July 2024 | 17:36
Albert van Dijk and Tineke Huizing Honored as Breeders of the Year Dressage
It was a wonderful day for Bijkershof Dressage in Donderen. Owner Albert van Dijk was honored as Breeder of the Year Dressage at the KWPN Championships.
26 July 2024 | 15:22
Rofa Dodessa van Heemstate Unquestionable Queen of the Three-Year-Old Gelder Mares
The six best three-year-old mares from the National Day of the Gelder Horse competed once again today at the National Mare Championships. After an incredibly strong finale, Rofa Dodessa van Heemstate proved unbeatable and was crowned champion.
26 July 2024 | 14:51
Pleasure Claims Victory Among Older Gelder Mares
Only three beautiful four-to seven-year-old Gelder mares appeared in the ring to compete for the National title, which was ultimately won with flair by the very complete Pleasure.
26 July 2024 | 14:32
Unum Convincingly Crowned Champion of Gelder Horse Foals
All breeding directions are present at the National Mare Championships, including the Gelder horse, showcasing the finest representatives across all age groups. Among the foals, Unum took the lead.
25 July 2024 | 20:04
Red Viper Advances to Second Viewing via Pavo Cup
Today, the semifinal of the Pavo Cup took place in Ermelo. Prior to this event, owners could register their stallions to be assessed during this semifinal for a chance to advance to the second round viewing.
25 July 2024 | 19:54
Pavo Cup: Red Viper Wins Semifinal with Top Score
The highest score of the day in the Pavo Cup semifinal was awarded to Romanov Blue Hors son Red Viper. Presented by Bart Veeze, this stallion scored an impressive 92.4 points. This total was good for the win in the semifinal for five-year-old horses.
25 July 2024 | 19:45
Pavo Cup: Patchouli Vera Leads a Large Group of Four-Year-Olds in the Semifinals
Today, during the KWPN Championships in Ermelo, the semifinals of the Pavo Cup were held. In the class for four-year-old horses, a mare scored the highest with 87.8 points. Kjento daughter Patchouli Vera stood out with her completeness and added the victory in the Pavo Cup semifinals to her record.
25 July 2024 | 15:07
Pavo Cup: Nanny Mc Phee Leads in Semifinals
The KWPN Championships kicked off today with the semifinals of the Pavo Cup. This morning, Vitalis-daughter Nanny Mc Phee scored 86.8 points in the six-year-old category.
17 August 2023 | 22:24
Labelle ES emerges victorious in thrilling final
Big names vied for KWPN Championship for seven-year-old horses in Exloo. Labelle ES (s.Mosito van het Hellehof), bred by Egbert Schep and owned by Stal Hendrix, was the one to clutch the coveted title.
17 August 2023 | 21:46
Second victory makes Otazu undisputed champion
Only few horses have won both the semi-final and the final round of the four-year-olds. Super talent Otazu ridden by Martine van den Eijnden repeated his feat as he obtained a 9.3 for jumping.
17 August 2023 | 20:49
Neelena VDL wins KWPN championship for five-year-olds
Ridden by Luke Hill, the Harley VDL-daughter Neelena VDL charged to the first victory in Exloo. Displaying a great mindset, sharpness and carefulness on the jump, the mare seized the championship for five-year-old horses.
12 August 2023 | 21:07
Triumphal 10 for Extreme U.S. in Pavo Cup
The crowd erupted in a thundering applause when Daniel Bachmann Andersen was in the saddle of the KWPN-approved Extreme U.S. This guest rider could not hide his enthusiasm either and awarded the Escamillo-son the ultimate 10 for their test ride. It secured Extreme U.S. the win in the Pavo Cup for four-year-old horses.
12 August 2023 | 20:32
Powerful Mac Toto charges to Pavo Cup victory
After a win in the semi-final and first round of the final, the Glock’s Toto Jr-son Mac Toto and Danielle Heijkoop had already proved to be the ones to beat in competition for six-year-old horses. Guest rider Daniel Bachmann Andersen awarded the powerful gelding a 9, and that meant Mac Toto sealed the deal in this year’s Pavo Cup.
12 August 2023 | 20:20
Everst holds on to lead and wins Pavo Cup
Especial-son Everest is not only a striking appearance because to his eye-catching grey colour but also thanks to his quality. He headed for the second round of the final in the lead and hold on a 9.5 from guest rider Daniel Bachmann Andersen secured him the number one position.
12 August 2023 | 18:52
Harrie Tonnaer Harness Horse Breeder of the Year 2023
The Harness Horse Breeder of the Year committee had to choose from a diverse selection this year. Who do you pick out of a set of three completely different breeders? The breeder that has been making conscious decisions to improve his horses ever since 1979: Harrie Tonnaer.
12 August 2023 | 17:53
Proud Mary (s.Cizandro) clinches the win
After multiple sports classes, it was time for the three-year-old mares to flaunt their talents one last time. All three-year-old mares first had to qualify via regional inspections and in the morning the best of this group was invited to the championship final. Seven mares vied for the coveted title in that final round. The jury stated: “we are witnessing the top of the bill here”.
11 August 2023 | 18:23
Jumper Breeder of the Year 2023: Jan Greve
Much to his surprise, Jan Greve was announced as Jumper Breeder of the Year in Ermelo. His entire family was present during this award ceremony.
11 August 2023 | 18:19
Jelke and Linda Heida dressage Breeders of the Year
Breeding is a passion that often stems from the love of horses. And how wonderful is it when a couple can share this passion. It makes even sadder when one of the two is no longer with us to experience the success.
11 August 2023 | 16:50
‘Queen’ Phoenix-Utopia RS2 secures NMC title
The impressive Phoenix-Utopia RS2 (s.Jameson RS2) lived up to the expectations and bested a strong group of finalists to secure the title.
11 August 2023 | 16:40
Pretty Women ES elected NMC Champion
Three mares that jumped for 90 points at the studbook inspections put up a convincing performance once again. They composed the National Mare Championship podium, the athletic Pretty Women ES (s.Chacfly) taking the top step.
11 August 2023 | 16:35
Gelder mare Pippa-Baringa charges to win
Nine three-year-old mares representing the breeding direction Gelder Horse made their appearance in the ring in Ermelo. All stunning horses true to the authentic Gelder type and moving with that distinctive expression and technique.
11 August 2023 | 15:53
‘Exquisite’ winners of National Foal Championships
The National Foal Championships in Ermelo showcased the fine fleur of Dutch breeding. Tobias (s.Ojee-B) won the championship of the Gelder foals, Tamina Delin S (s.Extreme U.S.) was elected best of the dressage foals, jumper foal Talent (s.Emir R) proved to be aptly named and Toline S (s.Macho) danced to the victory in the harness horse ring.
29 July 2023 | 16:08