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Justin Verboomen Makes History with Double Gold at FEI Dressage European Championship

The FEI dressage European Championship finale in Crozet, France, concluded with a thrilling freestyle to music competition where Belgium’s Justin Verboomen, riding his own stallion Zonik Plus, secured gold with a personal best score of 89.964%. This victory marked...

From Civil Engineer to Polo Player: Michael Montgomery’s Journey into an Unexpected Sport

Michael Montgomery, a civil engineer and founder of Heartland Engineering, balances his professional life with a unique passion for polo, a fast-paced equestrian sport. Introduced to the game by a friend, Montgomery initially found polo surprising due to its...

How Ancient Horse DNA Reveals the Genetic Origins of Rideability and Calm Temperament

A recent study analyzing ancient horse genomes reveals how selective breeding shaped horses into calm, rideable animals capable of carrying humans over long distances. Early breeders prioritized temperament, favoring calm and trainable horses before focusing on physical traits like...

Justin Verboomen and Zonik Plus Win Gold at European Dressage Championships Freestyle

Belgium’s Justin Verboomen and his nine-year-old stallion Zonik Plus triumphed at the European dressage Championships freestyle at Jiva Hill Stables, France, scoring a personal best of 89.96% to claim gold. This victory followed their historic win in the grand...

Ali Ramsay Shines with Double-Clear Rounds at HITS Del Mar CSI2* Events

At the HITS Del Mar Summer Classic in California, Canadian rider Ali Ramsay showcased exceptional skill in the $31,020 CSI2* Winning Round on August 29, riding her longtime partner Bonita vh Keizershof Z to victory with a fault-free jump-off...

Helicopter Rescue of Injured Hiker in Tenerife’s Anaga Mountains

A 24-year-old woman was airlifted to safety after sustaining a moderate lower limb injury while hiking the trail between Afur and Taborno in Tenerife's Anaga mountain range. The rescue operation, conducted by the Canary Islands Emergency and Rescue Group...
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