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…
Daliah Thill's journey from Jo’burg to Europe At just 15 years old, Daliah Thill is living a reality that most young riders only dream about. Splitting her time between South Africa and Germany, competing internationally for Luxembourg, and training with top European and South African coaches while maintaining her schoolwork and musical pursuits, Daliah represents…
The South African Warmblood (SAW) is a relatively modern sport horse breed developed to excel in disciplines such as showjumping, dressage, and eventing. History The breed traces its origins to imported European Warmbloods—primarily from Germany, the Netherlands, and France—crossed with locally bred horses, particularly Thoroughbreds, to create a robust, athletic, and adaptable equine suited to South…
A true globe-trotter Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne Almost every rider would argue that horsemanship is not just a hobby; it is a way of life. That is certainly true of Zimbabwean rider Amy Hay, who began riding as a ‘distraction’ and for whom it has become a passion. With this passion, and a good degree of perseverance,…
Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne What started as a grand dream thrown around by a few friends over a glass or two of wine has gradually developed into reality. The Pro-Series, which began as Pro-Dressage, was named such, as it is 'pro' dressage, jumping, breeding and all things equine-related, but also because the aim was to make professionals and…

