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BIOGEN MAPLE RIDGE WORLD CUP QUALIFIER DAY 2 (23rd May 2024)

Geordi Byrne and Callaho Sequoia Vella have had a cracking show so far, placing second in the 1.35m A2 on day one and winning the 1.40m two-phase on day two! The pair made their debut in the 1.40s at the SA Derby last year, and are proving to be formidable contenders at the top level…

BylizzieJune 6, 20240Comments

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BIOGEN MAPLE RIDGE WORLD CUP QUALIFIER DAY 1 (22nd May 2024)

The first day of competition saw the ever-competitive Neriske Prinsloo Hill take the win in the 1.30m A2 aboard GCS Max Van Tastique NPS. Neriske has only been back in the ring since mid-April after a six-month break from riding following a back operation. Van-Tastique NPS is an 11-year-old, imported Hanoverian mare that Neriske has…

BylizzieJune 6, 20240Comments

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SAWHS FREE-JUMPING AND LOOSE-MOVEMENT

Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne Images: Crystal Baldwin Photography The South African Warmblood Horse Society hosted its 14th annual Free-Jumping and Loose-Movement show in November at United Equestrian in Kyalami. With several young horses on display with a variety of interesting pedigrees, it was exciting to see what South African breeding has to offer. Free-Jumping In the Free-Jumping section, the…

BylizzieJanuary 19, 20240Comments

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KATIE FRANCK – EQUITATION SUPERSTAR

Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne Photography: Merlynn Trichardt Photography This year has been exciting for Equitation in South Africa, with the sport growing nationally and some exceptional riders rising to the top across South Africa. One such rider who has had a flawless year in the Open classes is young Katie Franck, who for possibly the first time in…

BylizzieJanuary 18, 20240Comments

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MAKING SURE YOU’RE COMPETITION READY

In just three simple steps… Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne After a few weeks of feasting and festivities, we are back to reality and ready to jump right into the 2024 competition season. If this isn't your first rodeo, then hopefully, you have set aside some funds for your annual subscriptions so you won't get too anxious as…

BylizzieJanuary 6, 20240Comments

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THE LIQUID INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGIES GAUTENG EQUITATION SERIES 2023

Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne When Equitation was first introduced to South Africa, it was not just to form another competitive discipline but also to educate riders and improve the general standard of riding throughout South Africa. As not all riders had access to coaching, Equitation aimed to educate through the competitions, and Bursary Courses were also held…

BylizzieDecember 28, 20230Comments

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SPORTHORSE WELFARE FEDERATION CALLS FOR IMPROVED EDUCATION AND WELFARE CHARTER

PRESS RELEASE November 2023: In the wake of numerous stories hitting the mainstream press speculating on the appropriate way to manage horses – and amidst claims that the general public is often ignorant about essential horse welfare issues – an extensive scientific study which examines the key priorities regarding sporthorse welfare has been conducted by the…

BylizzieNovember 25, 20230Comments

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UAG SA DERBY WINNERS 2023

Ronnie Healy and Gillian van Orshof Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne Photography: Merlynn Trichardt Photography HQ had an opportunity to chat with the 2023 Derby Champion Ronnie Healy, fresh from his first big title win on Gillian, and their first Derby together. HQ: Ronnie, this really was one for the books! What did this win mean to you? Ronnie: The win is…

BylizzieOctober 5, 20230Comments

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CHIO AACHEN 2023 CELEBRATES A NEW ROLEX GRAND SLAM OF SHOWJUMPING LIVE CONTENDER

Geneva, 3 July 2023 – The podium of the 2023 Rolex Grand Prix at CHIO Aachen was an all-German affair with Marcus Ehning riding Stargold to victory and adding a third equestrian Major title to his stellar career. Second place went to Rolex Testimonee and fellow countryman Daniel Deusser riding Killer Queen VDM, with third…

BylizzieJuly 8, 20230Comments

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THE FORESYTE WINTER CLASSIC – THE WESTERN SHOPPE 1.40M CHAMPIONSHIP

Photography: @chloer.photography_ With two challenging Championship tracks built on the Saturday, a tough Championship was expected on Sunday. The 1.40m Championship track was certainly up to height and standard, but the 54 strong start list handled it well, with few spills and an impressive 44% of the class jumping clear and proceeding to the jump-off! One glance…

BylizzieJune 20, 20230Comments

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