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RATINA Z

The mare who ruled the world There are influential mares… and then there is Ratina Z. From Olympic glory to redefining what a modern sport mare could be, her legacy continues to shape the genetics of champions across the globe. Foaled in 1982 at the legendary Zangersheide Stud in Belgium, Ratina Z arrived into the world…

BylizzieJanuary 1, 20260Comments

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GILLES THOMAS TRIUMPHS IN MECHELEN WORLD CUP QUALIFIER

Gilles Thomas claims World Cup win The Nekkerhal erupted in celebration as Gilles Thomas (BEL) secured a spectacular victory in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Qualifier at Mechelen, capping off an extraordinary year for the 27-year-old Belgian star. In a dramatic finish that had the packed arena holding its collective breath, Thomas and his…

BylizzieDecember 30, 20250Comments

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GERMAN RIDER SOPHIA GEORGE CLAIMS PONY TROPHY GLORY AT MECHELEN

Sophia Aurelia George stages dramatic comeback to win prestigious European final Germany's Sophia Aurelia George pulled off a remarkable comeback victory in the FEI Jumping Ponies' Trophy Final at Jumping Mechelen on Tuesday, proving that determination and a brilliant second-round performance can overcome early mistakes. Riding Berlioz d'Henann, a pony by Kantje's Ronaldo, the young German…

BylizzieDecember 30, 20250Comments

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PAULUIS CLAIMS WORLD CUP FREESTYLE VICTORY

Belgian Olympic rider triumphs on home soil as Verboomen debuts new star at Mechelen Belgian Olympic rider Larissa Pauluis delivered the performance of her career on Monday, winning the FEI Dressage World Cup Grand Prix Freestyle at Jumping Mechelen with a personal best score that catapulted her into contention for a place in the championship…

BylizzieDecember 30, 20250Comments

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EPAILLARD EDGES THRILLING JUMP-OFF AGAINST BELGIAN RISING STAR

World Cup winner holds off home favourite in 18-rider battle in Mechelen France's Julien Epaillard claimed Sunday evening's KBC Bank & Verzekeringen Prize at Jumping Mechelen, but the story of the night belonged to 22-year-old Belgian Jules van Hoydonck, who thrilled the home crowd with a brilliant runner-up finish in one of the week's most…

BylizzieDecember 29, 20250Comments

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LOCAL HERO AND OLYMPIC LEGEND SHINE ON MECHELEN’S SECOND NIGHT

Bruynseels edges thriller in stallion showcase before Guerdat delivers masterclass in BMW Masters Saturday night at Jumping Mechelen delivered a double dose of world-class sport as Belgium's Niels Bruynseels claimed hometown glory in the Léon Melchior Open Sires of the World before Swiss Olympic champion Steve Guerdat produced a devastating display to dominate the BMW…

BylizzieDecember 28, 20250Comments

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PHILIPPAERTS CLAIMS BELGIAN INDOOR CROWN AS MECHELEN OPENS

Rising star dethrones defending champion with lightning quick jump-off aboard eight-year-old Rolex Ter Leydonck Nicola Philippaerts kicked off Jumping Mechelen in spectacular fashion on Thursday evening, capturing the Belgian Indoor Championship title with a blistering jump-off performance that left even reigning champion Jeroen Appelen in his wake. The 31-year-old from Genk guided the eight-year-old BWP gelding…

BylizzieDecember 27, 20250Comments

Headline image for article on Pieter Devos' win in the Battle of the European Champions at Jumping Mechelen

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DEVOS TRIUMPHS IN HISTORIC HORSE SWAP AT MECHELEN

Belgium's European champions put pure riding skill on display in groundbreaking competition Pieter Devos claimed victory in a showjumping first on Thursday night, winning Jumping Mechelen's inaugural 'Battle of the European Champions' - a groundbreaking horse swap competition that saw Belgium's four Red Musketeers exchange mounts across multiple rounds. The 37-year-old from Kapellen emerged victorious after…

BylizzieDecember 27, 20250Comments

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GILLES THOMAS HEADLINES JUMPING MECHELEN

Belgium's golden boy returns home The youngest-ever LGCT Champion and European gold medallist leads star-studded field at Belgium's festive showjumping spectacular. As Christmas lights twinkle across the Nekkerhal, Belgium's premier indoor showjumping event Jumping Mechelen is underway, and all eyes are on hometown hero Gilles Thomas - the 27-year-old who has rewritten the record books in…

BylizzieDecember 26, 20250Comments

A header image for our article on Max Kuhner winning the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Qualifier at London International - HQ Magazine

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MAX KÜHNER WINS LONGINES FEI JUMPING WORLD CUP QUALIFIER AT LONDON INTERNATIONAL

First Austrian winner in 36 years as home crowd celebrates dramatic jump-off at ExCeL. Austria's Max Kühner and EIC Cooley Jump The Q delivered a masterclass performance on Sunday evening (December 21) to win the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup presented by Agria at London International Horse Show, becoming the first Austrians to claim the title…

BylizzieDecember 22, 20250Comments

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