Jérôme Guery takes over Alicante reins

January 6, 2016/in Background, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

Jérôme Guery takes over Alicante reins

The Belgian top rider Jérôme Guery has taken over the reins from the eleven-year-old KWPN-approved stallion Alicante. Owner Tal Milstein recently entrusted Alicante to Abdel Saïd, but the wildly successful Jérôme Guery now gets the chance to introduce the gray sold at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag.

Alicant was born at Stoeterij 't Maalwater and is a son of Casall x Indoctro. For years he was at stud at the HBC Stable and he went through life as Alicante HBC. His oldest offspring show a lot of quality; they have technique, reflexes and ability. Alicante started its international career under the saddle of Julia Kayser and Marc Houtzager, which led to the sale to Tal Milstein exactly one year ago. The Belgian Chloé Vranken allowed Alicante to gain further international experience and now Jérôme Guery can take the next step with Alicante.

Alicante

Hannelinde TC wins VSN, Hummer second

December 30, 2015/in Background, Competitions, Dressage, News, Auctions/by bonsai

ERMELO – The products of Foal Auction Prinsjesdag dominated the VSN final for dressage horses in Ermelo today. Hannelinde TC (Dream Boy x Sunny Boy) won the VSN final with no less than 53 points, including a 9.5 for trot! The success for the horses sold on Prinsjesdag kept coming, because Hummer (Charmeur x Daddy Cool) achieved a fantastic third place with 51.5 points.

Dream Boy daughter Hannelinde TC came up for auction at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag in 2012 and is closely related to the Grand Prix horses Uiver and Pavarottie. Hannelinde was bred by GAEM van der Linden from Vlierden and currently owned by Tim Coomans from Oud-Beijerland. Jury members Tineke Bartels, Imke Schellekens and Dana van Lierop rated Hannelinde TC with a 9.5 for trot and 9's for canter, rideability and general impression. The Dream Boy daughter also received a 9 from guest rider Dana van Lierop after riding over.

Hummer (Charmeur x Daddy Cool) comes from the breeding of J. Duivenvoorde from Alkmaar and is a son of the mare Caresia, the half-sister of the KWPN-approved stallion Dream Boy – also the sire of winner Hannelinde TC. Hummer is owned by JJ Schalekamp from Dordrecht and scored 51.5 points in the final. For his canter Hummer scored no less than a 9.5 and for trot and general impression Hummer received a 9!

Foal Auction Prinsjesdag congratulates the breeders and owners of these talented toppers with this fantastic result! The Power of Performance!

Today two horses sold at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag dominated the VSN final for 3-year-old dressage horses in Ermelo. Hannelinde TC (Dream Boy x Sunny Boy) took home the VSN-title with an incredible score of 53 points, including a 9.5 for trot! But Hannelinde TC was not the only successful Prinsjesdag-sold horse: Hummer (Charmeur x Daddy Cool) earned fantastic third place with 51.5 points.

Dream Boy-daughter Hannelinde TC was auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag in 2012 and is closely related to the Grand Prix horses Uiver and Pavarottie. Hannelinde was bred by GAEM van der Linden from Vlierden and is currently owned by Tim Coomans from Oud-Beijerland. Judges Tineke Bartels, Imke Schellekens and Dana van Lierop gave Hannelinde TC a well-deserved 9.5 for trot and a 9 for canter, the ride ability and overall impression. After riding her guest rider Dana van Lierop gave the Dream Boy daughter also a 9.

Hummer (Charmeur x Daddy Cool) was bred by J. Duivenvoorde from Alkmaar and is a son of the mare Caresia, the half-sister to the KWPN approved stallion Dream Boy – also the sire to winner Hannelinde TC. Hummer is owned by JJ Schalekamp from Dordrecht and scored 51.5 points in the final of the VSN-competition. For his canter Hummer scored no less than a 9.5 and for his trot and overall impression Hummer received a 9!

Foal Auction Prinsjesdag congratulates the breeders and owners of these talented top horses with this fantastic result! The Power of Performance!

Photo credit / Photo credit: Jacquelien van Tartwijk

New step for Chris van Dam / EQ International

December 21, 2015/in Background, Competitions, News, Others/by bonsai

After having worked for 25 years at EQ International, it is time for a new step in Chris van Dam's career.
As of December 15, Chris van Dam is no longer working at equestrian organization agency EQ International, which is known for events such as Outdoor Gelderland, Jumping de Achterhoek, CSI Salland, ICNN Drachten and various auctions, including Foal Auction Prinsjesdag and Grand Prix Sale. The agency will be continued by Nataly van Eykel and Mariska Gerrits, who have been co-shareholders of EQ International since 2008. They know the ins and outs of organizing equestrian events and will divide Chris' tasks among themselves. In addition, they will make use of third parties for certain matters, for example in the field of facilities. In addition, Chris will remain involved on a project basis in a number of specific projects of EQ International, including, for example, Foal Auction Prinsjesdag. For questions you can contact EQ International via nataly@eqi.nl or mariska@eqi.nl or 0342 440100.
The EQ International team hopes to welcome you at its events next year and wishes you a Merry Christmas and a healthy 2016!

Sincerely,
Mariska Gerrits & Nataly van Eykel

Casall-son Cascador EB to Den Bosch

December 17, 2015/in Background, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

ERMELO – The successes of the Prinsjesdag stallions at the KWPN Stallion Show in Ermelo just keep on coming! The very striking Cascador EB (Casall x Lavaletto) of Jan Vink of Black Horse Stud convincingly earned a ticket for the second viewing in Den Bosch.

Cascador EB, bred by LVP-Stables from Drongen, jumped from start to finish with extra reflexes, technique and commitment. Its charming exterior also convinced the jury. Cascador EB comes from a fantastic dam line: dam Princess IV already produced the 1.50 m show jumper Fascination, grandam Hagitta already produced the Holsteiner Verband-approved Grand Prix jumping stallions Casario I and II and great-granddam Ragina is also the dam of the famous stallions Concerto I and II.

Foal Auction Prinsjesdag congratulates breeder LVP-Stables and owner Jan Vink!

The successes of the Prinsjesdag-sold stallions at the KWPN Stallion Show in Ermelo just keep on coming! The outstanding Cascador EB (Casall x Lavaletto), owned by Jan Vink of Black Horses, was invited for the second round in Den Bosch.

Cascador EB was bred by the LVP-Stables and stood out due to extra reflexes, technique and dedication. His charming conformation also convinced the jury. Cascador EB is bred out of a fantastic damline: dam Princess IV produced already the 1.50 m jumper Fascination, granddam Hagitta brought the Holstein-approved stallion Casario I and II, who both jumped Grand Prix, and great-granddam Ragina is also the dam to famous stallions Concerto I and II.

Foal Auction Prinsjesdag congratulates breeder LVP-Stables and owner Jan Vink!

Top talent Edinburgh third in Blom Stallion Competition

December 16, 2015/in Background, Competitions, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

ROOSENDAAL - The six-year-old topper in the cap in Edinburgh (Vleut x Darco) achieved a good third place last night under Kristian Houwen in the Blom Stallion Competition in Roosendaal. The breeding product of EJ Meijer and G. Lindeboom was auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag in 2009 and has been approved by the KWPN.

Edinburgh, the nephew of celebrity Tyson, stands out time and again with his lightning-quick reflexes, technique and athleticism. Under Kristian Houwen, the Vleut son has already won the stallion competition twice and with a third place in Roosendaal, Edinburgh is once again in good shape this year. Congratulations to the breeders and owners Jos Houwen and Jos Althuyzen!

The 6-year-old stallion Edinburgh (Vleut x Darco) ended up third ridden by Kristian Houwen in last night's Blom Stallion Competition in Roosendaal. The talented KWPN-approved stallion was bred by EJ Meijer and G. Lindeboom and was sold at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag in 2009.

Edinburgh, cousin of the world-famous Tyson, catches the eye with his lightning fast reflexes, technique and athletic ability. Ridden by Kristian Houwen the son of Vleut has already won the stallion competition twice. The third place in Roosendaal sets Edinburgh again in a good position for this year. Congratulations to the breeders and owners Jos Houwen and Jos Althuyzen!

Top talent Edinburgh third in Blom Stallion Competition

December 16, 2015/in Background, Competitions, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

ROOSENDAAL - The six-year-old topper in the cap in Edinburgh (Vleut x Darco) achieved a good third place last night under Kristian Houwen in the Blom Stallion Competition in Roosendaal. The breeding product of EJ Meijer and G. Lindeboom was auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag in 2009 and has been approved by the KWPN.

Edinburgh, the nephew of celebrity Tyson, stands out time and again with his lightning-quick reflexes, technique and athleticism. Under Kristian Houwen, the Vleut son has already won the stallion competition twice and with a third place in Roosendaal, Edinburgh is once again in good shape this year. Congratulations to the breeders and owners Jos Houwen and Jos Althuyzen!

The 6-year-old stallion Edinburgh (Vleut x Darco) ended up third ridden by Kristian Houwen in last night's Blom Stallion Competition in Roosendaal. The talented KWPN-approved stallion was bred by EJ Meijer and G. Lindeboom and was sold at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag in 2009.

Edinburgh, cousin of the world-famous Tyson, catches the eye with his lightning fast reflexes, technique and athletic ability. Ridden by Kristian Houwen the son of Vleut has already won the stallion competition twice. The third place in Roosendaal sets Edinburgh again in a good position for this year. Congratulations to the breeders and owners Jos Houwen and Jos Althuyzen!

Inferno de Landetta through to second viewing

December 14, 2015/in Background, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

ERMELO - The Untouchable son Inferno de Landetta earned a ticket today in Ermelo for the second viewing of the KWPN Stallion Inspection. In 2013, the gray bred by Landetta Stud was auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag. The handsomely modeled stallion is owned by SVK Holland and Stal Steeghs.

Inferno de Landetta is a son of the Grand Prix show jumping stallion Untouchable and comes from the well-known Freiminka line. Dam Uminka jumped successfully at 1.30m level herself and grandam Aminka jumped internationally at 1.45m level. Inferno de Landetta convinced the jury with its handsome model and good jumping style.

The Untouchable-son Inferno de Landetta earned a ticket for the second round of the KWPN Stallion Show today in Ermelo. In 2013 the stallion bred by Stoeterij Landetta was auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag. The handsome stallion is owned by SVK Holland and Stal Steeghs.

Inferno de Landetta is a son of the Grand Prix stallion Untouchable and comes from the famous Freiminka-damline. Dam Uminka jumped successful at 1.30m level and granddam Aminka jumped internationally at 1.45m level. Inferno Landetta convinced the jury with his beautiful model and good way of jumping.

Thrilling win for Bonne Chance CW in Coupe de Genève

December 12, 2015/in Background, Competitions, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

GENEVA - The wonder mare Bonne Chance CW phenomenally won the prestigious Coupe de Genève this afternoon with her top Swiss rider Janika Sprunger in the imposing Palexpo hall. The nine-year-old Baloubet du Rouet x Cambridge mare was auctioned in 2006 at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag.

With her bronze team medal at the European Championships in Aachen this year and her victories in no fewer than three Grand Prix, including the five-star GP of Falsterbo, Bonne Chance CW was already the prime example of the motto of Foal Auction Prinsjesdag: the Power of Performance. This victory at one of the world's most beautiful indoor competitions CH Geneva reinforces the enormous track record of the only nine-year-old Bonne Chance CW.

The wonderful mare Bonne Chance CW and her Swiss rider Janika Sprunger achieved an impressive victory in the Coupe de Genève at the impressive Palexpo hall. The nine year old Baloubet du Rouet x Cambridge mare was auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag 2006.

The bronze team medal at the European Championships in Aachen this year and the victories in no less than three Grand Prixs, including the five-star Grand Prix of Falsterbo, already made Bonne Chance CW the perfect example of the motto of Foal Auction Prinsjesdag: the Power of Performance. This victory at one of the world's finest indoor competitions CH Geneva makes the tremendous record of the only nine year old Bonne Chance CW even more impressive.

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Two Prinsjesdag dressage stallions to second viewing

December 9, 2015/in Background, Dressage, News, Auctions/by bonsai

ERMELO – On the first day of the KWPN stallion selection for dressage stallions, the stallion selection committee referred two stallions auctioned at Foal Auction Prinsjesdag to the second viewing. Igor H (Fürstenball x San Remo) and Idono Pavlovna (Sir Donnerhall I x Krack C) both convinced the jury.

Idono Pavlovna is owned by AJ Keppel and Team Nijhof and is closely related to the KWPN-approved stallion Bordeaux and the Grand Prix dressage horse U II ridden by Gunter Seidl. Igor H is owned by Van Olst Horses, BC van der Hoorn and JJ Schalekamp and comes from the direct dam line of the Grand Prix dressage horse Knock Out.

Foal Auction Prinsjesdag congratulates the breeders and owners of these referred stallions!

On the first day of the KWPN Stallion Selections for dressage stallions two Prinsjesdag-sold stallions got a ticket for the second round. Igor H (Fürstenball x San Remo) and Idono Pavlovna (Sir Donnerhall I x Krack C) could both convince the jury.

Idono Paulowna is owned by AJ Keppel and Team Nijhof and is closely related to the KWPN approved stallion Bordeaux and the Grand Prix dressage horse U II, ridden by Gunter Seidl. Igor H is owned by Van Olst Horses, BC van der Hoorn and JJ Schalekamp and was bred out of the same damline as the Grand Prix dressage horse Knock Out.

Foal Auction Prinsjesdag congratulates the breeders and owners of these promising stallions!

Alicante debuts under Abdel Said

December 9, 2015/in Background, Competitions, News, To jump, Auctions/by bonsai

OPGLABBEEK - The KWPN-approved stallion Alicante (Casall x Indoctro) auctioned at the Prinsjesdag Foal Auction has made his debut under the Olympic show jumper Abdel Saïd. The top rider from Egypt recently took over the reins from the Belgian Chloé Vranken and competed Alicante at the international two-star competition in Opglabbeek.

Alicante was born at Stoeterij 't Maalwater in 2005 and is a son of top stallion Casall Ask. The stallion was trained internationally by Julia Kayser and was sold last year to the stable of Tal Milstein. Chloé Vranken successfully released the stallion for Milstein in recent months and top rider Abdel Saïd has now taken over the reins. In Opglabbeek the gray jumped every round without jumping errors and with that Alicante and Saïd had a successful debut.

The Prinsjesdag-sold KWPN-approved stallion Alicante (Casall x Indoctro) made his debut with olympic rider Abdel Saïd. The world-class rider from Egypt took over the reins from the Belgian rider Chloé Vranken. Said rode Alicante at the CSI2* show in Opglabbeek.

Alicante was born in 2005 and bred by Stoeterij 't Maalwater. His sire is the top stallion Casall Ask, who is still performing successfully at the highest level. Alicante was produced at international level by Julia Kayser and was sold to Tal Milstein last year. Chloé Vranken rode the stallion successfully at international level for the last couple of months and now Abdel Saïd has taken over the reins. At the show in Opglabbeek Alicante jumped every round without a rail down. An excellent debut for Alicante and Abdel Said!