José Maria Larocca Wins Rolex Grand Prix, Presented by Audi (1.60m | €500,000)
“This is a Dream Come True” José Maria Larocca, riding Finn Lente, became the first Argentinian in 50 years to win a 5* Grand Prix. And he picked the perfect location for his victory: the Brussels Stephex Masters. Argentinians certainly have good taste. Last year, Larocca also made an attempt but finished in second place, […]
Daniel Deusser and Scuderia 1918 Tobago Z win the CSIO5 qualifier, Powered by Audi (1.50m – €70,000)*
A busy schedule on the penultimate day of the Brussels Stephex Masters. On the sun-drenched grass arenas in Wolvertem, the finals for the young horses and the 1– and 2-riders were contested. Around 9:30 PM, the Grand Place arena was packed with spectators who didn’t want to miss the final event of the day: the […]
Switzerland wins the CSIO 5* Henders & Hazel Nations Cup (€200,000), Belgium takes second place.
Switzerland, with newly crowned Olympic silver medalist Steve Guerdat (riding Is-Minka), won the Henders & Hazel Nations Cup at the Brussels Stephex Masters with 9 penalty points. Belgium followed in second place with 20 penalty points. The Netherlands collected 22 penalty points and finished third, while Germany, last year’s winner of the Belgian Nations Cup, […]
Nations Cup Showdown in Brussels: Switzerland are Favourites, Belgium and France Chase
It is a big day in Brussels with the Henders & Hazel Nations Cup on the programme tonight. A total of 9 nations have brought forward a team of 4 riders to defend their flag on the beautiful grounds of the Brussels Stephex Masters. The home nation: Belgium The hosting nation has lined up a […]
Gilles Thomas and Elfra Van Beek Z race to victory in the 1.50m CSIO5* qualifier, presented by EQUIHOME
The competition was fierce today in the first qualifying event for the Rolex Grand Prix on Sunday. Riders from as many as nineteen different countries, including eight athletes from the world’s top 20, faced the challenge of clearing the tough CSIO5* course, presented by Equihome, as quickly and as possible. This type of course, where […]
Showjumping for dummies: the ultimate guide for beginners
Showjumping is one of the most popular equestrian sports worldwide. It combines speed, agility, precision and a strong bond between horse and rider. Whether you’re a complete newcomer or someone looking to deepen your understanding, this guide will walk you through the basics of showjumping, key terminology, the rules and what to expect at a […]
All you have to know about a CSIO5* competition
Ever wondered about terms like ‘CSI’, ‘FEI’, ‘5* level’ or ‘Nations Cup’? These are often used in the showjumping world. As a spectator of a showjumping competition, it’s useful to know where these terms stand for. Read along to discover what makes a CSIO5* so special: The basics of showjumping Showjumping is an equestrian discipline […]
Ben Maher clinches victory in the Rolex Grand Prix, presented by Audi (CSIO5* | 1.60m | €500,000)
The event grounds were abuzz with fans eager to witness the highlight of the 2023 Brussels Stephex Masters. Contenders tackled two challenging rounds, with only the top 12 from the initial round advancing to the final showdown. The rider accumulating the least penalties over the two rounds would be rewarded with an Audi Q8 e-tron. […]
Reactions and Reflections after the Grand Prix
It has been an eventful class and an equally eventful week. This provided plenty of talking points during the press conference. Olivier Philippaerts: “It was a unique afternoon for me. I was completely unaware I cleared the course. After I finished my round, I felt disappointed that I couldn’t compete in the second one. My […]
Meet Jenny Krogsaeter, the best CSI2*-rider at the Brussels Stephex Masters
“My mom was Darco’s groom. So the Philippaerts family has always treated me like one of their own. I’m fortunate to ride with them.” With the end of the Grand Prix, the ranking for the best CSI2*-rider of the event was also concluded. It was the Norwegian Jenny Krogsaeter who drove home with the title […]
