KWPN Online Foal Auction presents first collection
Both domestically and internationally, the KWPN Auctions have become a renowned event. The first collection of the KWPN Online Foal Auction can now be found on the website, and the season kicks off with a strong selection. From July the 19th to 22nd, bids can be placed on 14 dressage and three jumping foals. The lineages of Grand Prix dressage horses such as Toots (s.Jazz), Helga (s.Chagall D&R), Cavalia (s.Sir Donnerhall I), Bond’s Painting (s.OO Seven) and Broere Karmijn (s.Damiro) are well represented.
Over the past few years, the auction platform KWPN Auctions has developed into an international showcase where breeders and buyers frequently come together. This season, seven editions of the KWPN Online Foal Auction are scheduled from July through October.
Grand Prix genes
For dressage enthusiasts, there is plenty to choose from in this collection. Several dams have performed at least at Z1/Z2 (3 rd /4 th )level. For example, the Extreme US son Unisono d’Endy US is interesting for both sport and stallion rearing. His dam Dendy (s.Jazz) has performed in the Small Tour, and his granddam, Endy, is known as the dam of the international Grand Prix horse Broere Karmijn (sDamiro), the Small Tour horse Zendy (s.Jazz), and NMK champion Andy (s.Jazz). Also noteworthy is the colt Ulberton (s.Barton VDL), whose granddam competed at ZZ-Zwaar (5 th ) level and produced the international Grand Prix horse Helga (s.Chagall D&R) of Matt Frost. The filly Umani is sired by World Championship participant Skyline to B, and her granddam Hippophae is a half-sister to the international Grand Prix horses Ellington (s.Jazz) and Bond’s Painting (s.OO Seven).
Jumping foals
The number of jumping foals in this collection is smaller, but their potential is undeniable. For example, the colt Umar S Pleasure Fan E Five (s.Neymar VDL) comes from the highly tested Grand Slam VDL daughter Lea’s Pleasure (EPTM 85). The filly Uriël du Sinaa (s.Zirocco Blue VDL) comes from the 1.35m jumping Modesto daughter Champion du Sinaa, who is a half-sister to the Grand Prix jumping horse Sietse (s.Monaco) ridden by Licinio Grossi. The Tangelo van de Zuuthoeve filly Unikaat descends from a 1.30m jumping half-sister of multiple 1.40m level horses. Unikaat shares the same granddam as 1.45m horses such as Esperanto (s.Zacharov), Famous (s.Aerobic), Inekaat (s.I’m Special de Muze) and Haydn (s.Zambesi).
More information
The collection can be viewed starting today at www.kwpn.auction . From Friday, July the 19th, online bidding on the foals from this collection will be open. To participate, bidders must register in advance, and the bids will close on Monday, July the 22nd, starting at 8:00 PM. For more information about the foals, a KWPN inspector is available to assist you. Additionally, our sponsor Horses2Fly can support with international transport. For inquiries, please contact Mairin van der Tol via salespromotion@kwpn.nl or call 0341-255511.
3 July 2024 | 11:17
Nico Witte on the WC Auction by KSS: “The ambiance and the stage we offer are phenomenal”
“In the main arena and at prime time, when everyone is there. It's fantastic that we can do this on Saturday afternoon,” says Nico Witte enthusiastically about the new auction by the KWPN Select Sale. During the World Breeding Dressage Championships on Saturday, September 7, prior to the finals of the five-year-olds, a very exclusive and high-quality collection of dressage horses and foals will be auctioned.
“The ambiance and the stage we offer are phenomenal. For the first time, this auction is being organized by the studbook. Previously, the EDS auction had several successful editions at the World Breeding Dressage Championships. Everyone is present at the World Breeding Dressage Championships: all the big names, top riders, investors, you name it. Besides live bidding, people can also follow the auction from home and bid online. We are very excited about it!” says Nico Witte, referring to the selection committee consisting of himself, Rom Vermunt, and Sjaak van der Lei.
“Really interesting”
“The foals and dressage horses must be truly exceptional. It’s all about top quality, and I can already say that we have found some very interesting and very good foals. And when I say it's interesting, I mean really interesting.” Besides the better dressage foals, the collection also includes three-year-old dressage horses and dressage horses aged four to a maximum of six years old under saddle. Foreign-registered horses are also eligible. “We have also contacted foreign studbooks so that they have the chance to include their best horses in this exclusive auction.”
“There is no better stage for the dressage horse”
The organization behind the World Breeding Dressage Championships auction is the KWPN Select Sale. “It's fantastic that the studbook is organizing this auction and that the World Breeding Dressage Championships provide us with this opportunity. We are now building on the customer base of the KWPN Select Sale. The KWPN Select Sale has proven itself for years, which gives both sellers and bidders a lot of confidence. It’s not another new auction starting from scratch but one that has already earned its stripes. There is no better stage for the dressage horse.” The KWPN is one of the co-organizers of the World Breeding Dressage Championships, and the KWPN Select Sale is one of the most prestigious auctions in the world. By combining these forces, a platform is created where the best dressage foals and young dressage horses are presented and sold to an international audience.
Registering foals and dressage horses
The selection committee is in full swing. “We are currently going through everything: all the Pavo Cups, the studbook inspections, the central inspections, and of course, we are making calls. I can't reveal anything yet, but we have already secured some exceptional foals and horses. Additionally, people can also let us know if they believe they have a top foal or dressage horse,” explains Nico Witte. All dressage horses must be fully vetted, both clinically and radiographically, including back and neck x-rays. The x-rays must be no older than three months. We also kindly request that videos of the foal’s movement and videos under saddle for dressage horses aged four years and older be submitted when registering.
Photo and video day on July 29
The photo and video day will be held on Monday, July 29, at the KWPN center in Ermelo. If you have any questions about the auction or would like to register a very interesting, well-moving, correct dressage foal/horse, please send the details of your foal/horse and a video to salespromotion@kwpn.nl , mentioning WK AUCTION, or call 0341-255 511. The KWPN sales team will be happy to assist you.
Photo: Hippo Foto Media
2 July 2024 | 13:09
KWPN team selection for WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy in Valkenswaard
The WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy will be held from September 26 to 29, 2024, at the Longines Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard. This prestigious showjumping event offers studbooks a unique opportunity to present their young showjumpers and stallions on an international level. The Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup will serve as the main selection event for this high-profile competition.
Five- to eight-year-old KWPN-registered showjumpers will have the opportunity to represent the Netherlands in Valkenswaard through the Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup. The selection committee, comprised of Eric van der Vleuten and Teus van de Brink, with KWPN inspectors Henk Dirksen and Stan Creemers, will select the best team for the studbook competition based on performances during the event. For eight-year-olds and KWPN-approved stallions, sport results must be submitted to KWPN.
Horses abroad
Horses currently stabled abroad are also eligible for selection. Their sports results must be emailed to creemers@kwpn.nl by July 30, 2024, to be considered.
Numbers and motivation
The number of horses that will be sent to Valkenswaard is determined by FEI regulations and the event's requirements. The selection committee reserves the right to include exceptional horses later in the selection process.
Register for the Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup
More information on the WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy
KWPN selection regulations
Source: KWPN
Photo: Key West
27 June 2024 | 21:46
Registrations Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup now open
The KWPN Championships for Young Show Jumpers and the Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup will take place from Monday, July 29th to Thursday, August 1st in Ermelo. The Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup offers spectators a chance to see the very best young show jumpers in the Netherlands. You can now register your talented young show jumper for the competition.
During this week, four- to seven-year-old show jumpers will compete for the prestigious title. Four-year-old show jumpers will be judged in the course on jumping ability and movement between obstacles. Each characteristic is rated from 0 to 10, with increments of 0.1. The jury members will be announced at a later date.
Entry fees
The entry fee for five-, six-, and seven-year-old show jumpers is €375 (including VAT) for the entire championship, including the (small) final. The entry fee for the four-year-olds’ semi-final is €62.65 (including VAT), and for the final it is €162.65 (including mandatory stabling and VAT). Entries can be submitted via MijnKNHS . Stallions participating in the stallion selection must be registered via email at hengstenselectie@kwpn.nl .
WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy
In addition to the selection for the World Championships for Young Show Jumpers in Lanaken, the Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup also serves as a selection for the WBFSH Studbooks Jumping Global Champions Trophy, held in Valkenswaard. Five- to eight-year-old KWPN-registered show jumpers and eight- and nine-year-old KWPN-approved stallions are eligible for selection to compete in Valkenswaard. A selection committee of experts will assemble the strongest possible team per age category based on the results of the Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup. Horses stabled abroad can be selected based on sports results provided by email. To submit results, email creemers@kwpn.nl by July 30th. For eight-year-olds and KWPN-approved stallions, sports results must be submitted to KWPN.
Numbers and Motivation
The number of horses selected for Valkenswaard is determined by FEI regulations and the organizer’s requirements. The selection process is conducted by the selection committee, which will provide motivation for the choices made. In cases of exceptional quality, the selection committee may choose to admit a horse later in the selection process.
Experience it live
All classes will be broadcast live on KWPN.tv. KWPN members can also watch the recordings afterward.
More information about the Van Santvoort Makelaars Cup
Register via MijnKNHS
Source: KWPN
Photo: Dirk Caremans
27 June 2024 | 10:20
Four KWPN Horses in British Olympic Dressage Team
The British Olympic Association (BOA) has announced the dressage team that will travel to France this summer to represent Team GB at the Olympic Games.
Judy Harvey, British Dressage International Director stated, "I’m delighted that we are fielding the strongest dressage team that we have ever sent to an Olympic Games; the strength, depth and experience of all four combinations gives us plenty to be hopeful for. Congratulations to all the riders who have campaigned brilliantly with the goal of producing peak performances in Paris. We’re looking forward to cheering on the riders and their support teams, and I hope you will all join me in showing your support from home and from Paris.”
The British dressage team includes:
Charlotte Dujardin with Imhotep (Everdale out of Della d'Ottie stb-ext prest by Vivaldi, breeder T. Huizing from Donderen)
Charlotte Fry with KWPN stallion Glamourdale (Lord Leatherdale out of Thuja stb pref prest by Negro, breeder J.W. Rodenburg from Ouderkerk aan den IJssel)
Carl Hester with Fame (Bordeaux out of Bonaventura ster prest sport-dres by Rhodium, breeder V.O.F. G. & M. Gerritsen from Leerdam)
Reserve: Becky Moody with Jägerbomb (Dante Weltino out of Udysee vb by Jazz, breeder Becky Moody from Penistone, Sheffield)
The squad of four representing dressage offers a mix of experience and young talent with Carl Hester set to compete in his seventh Games while his protégé Charlotte Dujardin will be hoping to become Britain’s most decorated female Olympian, should she claim a medal in Paris of any colour. Charlotte ‘Lottie’ Fry will be looking to build on her Tokyo experience and is reigning World Champion, whilst Becky Moody will look to make her Games debut.
Rider and horse combinations will be submitted by July 8 to Paris 2024 as part of the Sport Entry process for the Games.
Source: Eurodressage
Photo Glamourdale: Dirk Caremans
27 June 2024 | 09:54
U.S. Olympic Dressage Team for Paris 2024 Announced
The U.S. equestrian federation has named the riders that will represent the U.S.A. at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
A group of eight short listed riders competed in Europe at the CDI's in Hagen, Rotterdam and Kronberg to collect scores for team consideration.
The U.S. Olympic Dressage Team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig alongside Team Leader Laura Roberts, and supported by team veterinarian Dr. Laura Faulkner, team human physiotherapist Jennifer Mitchell, and team farrier Chuck Jones.
“There has been a lot of anticipation around the selection of this team, and I am confident in and proud of each of the combinations we have representing the U.S. at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games," said Chef d'Equipe Christine Traurig. "Everyone has been hard at work here in Europe for the past six weeks, working to solidify and build confidence in their partnerships and producing stronger scores for the U.S. We want to be sure our horses are peaking at the right time over the next few weeks, and I know these athletes will give everything they have to make our country proud.”
The American team include:
Adrienne Lyle with Helix (Apache out of Zeester T elite pref prest sport-dres D-OC by Jazz, breeder A.M.T. Toonen Arts from Odiliapeel)
Marcus Orlob with Jane (Desperado out of Zandra ster by Metall, breeder H.J. van Oort from Eck en Wiel)
Steffen Peters with Suppenkasper (Spielberg out of Upanoeska keur prest IBOP-dres by Krack C, breeder F. van de Poel from Haps)
The reserve is:
Endel Ots with Bohemian (s.Bordeaux)
Source: Eurodressage
Photo: Dirk Caremans
23 June 2024 | 16:04
Longread Stallion Selection: Quality and quantity are central to the new group of stallions
The group of stallions that received approval after the performance test, which was concluded in mid-May, is both qualitatively and quantitatively strong. In the jumping direction, fifteen stallions received their breeding license, while in the dressage direction, there were eleven. Additionally, the Gelder horse stallion Raffael K was approved, and two older Gelder horse stallions completed their driving performance, thereby also being definitively approved. All in all, a strong expansion of the stallion stock and plenty of new options for breeders.
The three-year-old stallions participated in the 35-day performance test, while the four-year-olds and older stallions only needed to complete 21 days. In both age groups, interesting and talented stallions emerged in Ermelo.
Detailed reports
On the advice of the breeding council, a pilot project is underway, eliminating the assignment of scores to jumping and dressage stallions in this performance test. The stallion inspection committee chairmen, Wout-Jan van der Schans and Bart Bax, provided extensive explanations for each stallion. The reports published in the KWPN Database and elsewhere in this magazine also provide insight into the specific characteristics of the stallions. This allows breeders to precisely determine which stallions best suit their mares. The reports not only offer information about the stallions' qualities but also insight into their character, work ethic, and attitude. After two years, an evaluation will determine if this approach enables mare owners to make better assessments of what the stallions can contribute to their mares and if there is less emphasis on stallions with the highest scores. After all, the top performer in the test may not necessarily be the best option; it's about making the right combinations. This spring test has provided a host of interesting options for breeders.
International pedigrees
Among the new group of jumping stallions, it's notable that many have a strong sports pedigree. For instance, the premium stallion R Caribou van de Dassenheide (Caribis Z out of Shakira de Kreisker by Diamant de Semilly, breeders Nick and Jill Adams-Goossens), owned by Albert de Boer, Lennard de Boer, and Jan and Rita Ubels, is bred from a full sister to the Olympic stallion Quickly de Kreisker who competed at 1.45m level. Moreover, the dam, Shakira de Kreisker, has already produced a 1.50m jumper. R Caribou van de Dassenheide showed that he's cut from the same cloth, impressing in the performance test with his uncomplicated performance. He gallops with great balance, jumps well upwards, and possesses a lot of reflexes and athletic ability. Similarly, Rocket Man (Kasanova de la Pomme out of Otina by HD sport-spr from El Torreo de Muze, breeder Danny van Hooydonk), owned by Reinie Tewis and Henk van der Sluis, comes from an internationally 1.45m ranked mother from a strong lineage. In the third generation, he traces back to Pieter Devos' top jumping horse, Candy. Rocket Man is a well-manageable stallion with a spacious gallop. He jumps with excellent technique in the forehand, demonstrating a lot of power and overview. Another remarkable four-year-old stallion from an international sport mother is Pasquino van de Hagenhorst (Hardrock Z out of the 1.55m ranked mare Happy Linda elite IBOP-spr sport-spr PROK by Eldorado van de Zeshoek), bred by Jelke Heida and Herman Verhagen. Wout-Jan van der Schans spoke highly of this top talent, saying, "This stallion has a very good attitude, can already extend and collect well in canter, and jumps with a lot of impulsion. He has very good reflexes, remarkably good leg technique, and appears very careful. His power and scope are also positively noticeable, and he gives his riders a fantastic feeling."
Belgian bloodlines
Belgian breeding is well represented in this new generation. The promising Aganix du Seigneur son Rising Aranix (out of the 1.40m jumping mare Lady D van 't Roosakker by Echo van 't Spieveld), owned by Carin Schotanus and Hendrik Blink of the Rising Stud, received approval. As a grandson of the influential Grand Prix mare Electra van 't Roosakker, he comes from a prominent lineage. Rising Aranix stood out in the performance test with his good attitude, impulsion, leg technique in jumping, and athletic ability. Another Aganix du Seigneur son to receive approval this spring is Rock Kattenheye VDL (out of Athena van de Donkhoeve by Mr.Blue, breeders Tony and Mieke Raman), owned by VDL Stud. He is Belgian-bred but comes from a Dutch motherline. This lightly-footed galloping stallion jumps with good reflexes, body usage, and athletic ability.
Natural talent
A particularly outstanding talent is Ruzgar VII S (Chacfly out of Julia Caesar III by Zambesi), bred by Levent Dutkun and Stal Bles. This light chestnut stallion stands out not only for his color but also for his natural talent. He rides very well, gallops lightly, and jumps with remarkably good body usage. Premium stallion Raikkonen VDL (Landino VDL out of K.Amelusiena elite IBOP-spr D-OC by Zirocco Blue VDL, breeders Roelof Klinkhamer and Erica Lukas) is one of the two newly approved stallions from the proven Melusiena lineage of Stal Roelofs. He is a light-footed stallion who consistently jumps quickly with his body upward, shows good leg technique, and demonstrates a lot of athletic ability and overview. From this Dutch lineage, Connie Viscaal's Resoluut S.A. (Pegase van 't Ruytershof out of the internationally 1.40m ranked Heihaiwej S.A. ster sport-spr PROK by Emerald van 't Ruytershof, breeder Stal Archem) was also approved. In the performance test, he stood out with his good body usage and jump execution. He is one of the two stallions in this test sold through the KWPN Select Sale. Similarly, Romantico (Grandorado TN out of Madame Cornet RM by Cornet Obolensky, breeders René Mulder), owned by M. Geerts and Van Olst Horses, demonstrated good talent after being sold through this auction. This easy-to-ride stallion jumps well with his body upward, is careful, and has a good attitude.
Sporting genes
The ninth three-year-old jumping stallion is Royal Flush LF (Zambesi out of the internationally 1.50m jumping Davita de L'Impermeable by Nabab de Rêve, breeder Ana Preost), owned by Koen van de Beeten and Boy Peels. His ability, gallop with good balance, and attitude stood out in the performance test. Breeder Wijnand van Stam had his four-year-old Peter de Grote W (Kazan Z out of Digicini elite IBOP-spr sport-spr PROK by Indorado) approved. The stallion is a grandson of the internationally performed sport mare Gicini (s.Renville), also bred by Van Stam, who competed up to 1.55m level with Gerfried Puck. Thus, Peter de Grote W is closely related to top jumping horses like H5 Turbo Z, Kor II, and Asterix. This easy-to-ride, eager stallion convincingly impressed in the performance test. Another four-year-old, Pura Vida (Carambole out of Stakkonita Z by Stakkato), bred by Arie Hoogendoorn and Jan Greve, was also registered. He is a full brother of the Grand Prix winner Quantum Robin V, with whom Matt Garrigan triumphed in Prague and who now performs commendably with Max Kühner. He made a positive impression with his commitment, impulsion, and athletic ability.
Consistently convincing
Two seven-year-old stallions earned an invitation to the 21-day test through the stallion competition and both made a strong impression. The Aganix du Seigneur son A Moonlight Speciale (out of Double-Speciale ster PROK by Chacco-Blue), bred by Jack Verstappen and co-registered with Stal Hendrix, is a grandson of the World Cup finalist Vink Especiale ridden by Eric van der Vleuten. As the jumps get higher, this stallion clearly jumps better, and he also takes combination jumps with remarkable ease and athleticism. Similarly, the Dominator Z son Don Tarpania Z (out of Iralinde Tarpania ster pref sport-spr PROK by Glasgow van 't Merelsnest), bred by Ab de Lange and co-registered with Stal de Weaver, impressed all around. He is comfortable to ride and jumps with excellent leg technique and athleticism.
Dressage stallions
In the dressage direction, world champion Glamourdale had two talented sons approved in one go. Premium stallion Rayano (out of Kalista elite IBOP-dress D-OC by Cum Laude, breeder Herwig Verthriest), from MH Sporthorses, and Ridgedale (out of Zakiyah elite sport-dress PROK by Jazz, breeder D.M.L. Stoop-Collombon), from Van Olst Horses. KWPN Select Sale best-seller Rayano comes from a Dutch sport lineage and a well-tested mother (IBOP 82.5). He excels with his positive character traits, focus on the rider, and good leg technique in movement. Ridgedale, also descended from Glamourdale, also made a good impression with his rideability. His canter shows a lot of balance, and he maintains a good posture within it. In total, Gertjan and Anne van Olst had six dressage stallions approved. Besides Ridgedale, there is also the six-year-old Everest (Especial out of Fresia star PROK by Negro) from their own breeding. Last year, this stallion won the Pavo Cup, and from now on, he can cover under the KWPN flag. "This stallion has a lot of 'go', is very easy to work with, and can switch well in movement," Bart Bax explained. Everest, as a half-brother of the Intermediaire II horse Jardin (s.Everdale), is genetically interesting. He is thus closely related to, for example, the Olympic Grand Prix horse Elegance (s.Negro).
Good basic gaits
Van Olst also scored with the Kjento son Renzo (out of Aronia elite IBOP-dress pref prest PROK by Rousseau, breeder C.M.E. Reijrink) and the voluntarily participating Dynamic Dream son Real Dream (out of Fivanny star PROK by Negro, breeders Maatschap Pleyter and Herman van Triest). Renzo has three good basic gaits, including a strong canter with a lot of impulsion and posture. He also showed a good attitude. The also three-year-old Real Dream is a grandson of the well-known UTV champion Dolly and thus comes from a strong lineage. This actively moving stallion proves to be a worthy representative of this lineage and impressed with his scope, use of body, and leg technique. A consistent performance earned Rock and Roll (Bordeaux out of Jade-Sarina star IBOP-dress PROK by Wynton, breeder G.B.J. Lansink) from Stal Rom Vermunt approval. He is easy to work with and stands out with his balance and self-carriage. The also three-year-old Ibiza son Roderico (out of J'Adore elite IBOP-dress sport-dress PROK by Apache, breeder M. van Grinsven and co-registered Peter Wetzelaer, Piet Kuijpers, and Leonie Bos) caught attention with his uphill movement and use of body. The consistently performing Rocky Norel (Kaygo out of Kiekiezelma star by Expression, breeder J.G. Smits) from Martin and André van Norel also showed good natural talent. He combines good self-carriage with a good work ethic and three fine basic gaits.
Four-year-olds
The previously crowned premium stallion Pride (Secret out of Idol elite IBOP-dress pref D-OC by Apache, breeder Eef ten Bosch), who was acquired via the KWPN Select Sale by his current registrant H.G. Lang from Frankfurt, lived up to high expectations. This stallion, bred from the full sister of world champion Jovian, stands out with his willingness to work, good rideability, and connection. Additionally, he demonstrates three good gaits. The four-year-old Power Dutch (Glock’s Toto Jr. out of Miss Dutch Utopia elite IBOP-dress sport-dress D-OC by Double Dutch), from breeder Stal Hexagon, also made a strong impression. As the son of a Small Tour mare and grandson of Grand Prix mare Vinegra Utopia, his talent is deeply rooted in his pedigree. Moreover, his mother is a half-sister of the Grand Prix stallion Hexagon’s Ich Weiss (s.Rubiquil). Power Dutch has shown himself to be a very willing stallion, with a lot of impulsion and good workability. The voluntarily participating four-year-old stallion Lamborghini U.S. (Lord Europe out of Sondra by Sir Donnerhall I), from breeder Paul Schockemöhle and co-registered Joop van Uytert, also received approval. This elegant half-brother of the Grand Prix stallion Total U.S. (s.Totilas) moves with a lot of expression, has a strong desire to work, and can easily transition between movements.
Gelder horse stallions
The three-year-old Raffael K (Alexandro P out of Madora star by Heliotroop), from breeders G. and G.H. Kamphorst and co-registered J. van Veluw and K.J.L. de Groot, was the only participating Gelder horse stallion and received praise from the stallion inspection committee. "This stallion has performed all evaluations adequately. He is a likable stallion who fits well in the Gelder horse type and showed a good performance. He is cheerful, attentive, and shows a lot of willingness to work and move actively, with good power and strong use of the hind legs in trot," said committee chairman Marloes van der Velden. Raffael K received a 9 for his walk alongside 8.5s for five other aspects. The previously approved Olaf Official (Henkie out of Diamant star by Sirius, breeder G.J.W. Roerinkholder), from Daniel Mosterdijk, and Obrian (Vigaro out of Hacomijn star pref PROK by W V Saron), from breeder H. ter Horst, came to Ermelo twice for their driving performance during this performance test. Both stallions did well and are thus definitively approved, with Olaf Official receiving three nines in this component. The three-year-old Raffael K will participate in this additional performance test at a later date.
Text: Jenneke Smit
Image: Jacob Melissen
The KWPN Online Foal Auctions are ready to begin again. Bringing buyers and sellers together is what it's all about, and the international network of KWPN is perfectly suited for this. Thousands of foals have already found new owners through these auctions and these foals have been successful in both sport and breeding. The ease with which KWPN breeders can offer their foals for sale is unique in the world of online auctions.
"I already thought he was a very special foal at the time, and it turns out I was right. He has exceeded my expectations," says Lauw van Vliet. He bought Royal Shutterfly three years ago through the KWPN Online Foal Auction. In early April, Royal Shutterfly won the Geert Meursing Trophy at the VWF Prinsenstad free jumping championship. "He jumped fantastically. With a three-year-old, you always have to see how he reacts to the environment, but this turned out well."
Many advantages
According to Lauw van Vliet, the KWPN auctions have many advantages for buying a foal: "You can buy foals at any auction, but at KWPN, breeders can participate without pre-selection." There is no pre-selection based on movement or pedigree, but all the foals are inspected by a KWPN inspector. "All foals offered at the KWPN foal auctions meet the exterior standards," explains KWPN inspector Luuk Smetsers. "Additionally, a veterinarian examines each foal. We only want to offer healthy and correct foals to our network." This network is extensive and is utilized for all types of auctions, from the KWPN Online Foal Auctions to the KWPN Select Sale.
Presentation is well organized
"I find it super interesting to follow all the KWPN foal auctions. KWPN offers interestingly bred horses. The mare and foal always look good. Good presentation is essential, and KWPN does this well," explains Kees Versluis. Luuk Smetsers adds: "It's nice that sellers experience it this way because we at KWPN find this very important. And it's true, many interesting foals are offered. Not every breeder has the opportunity to take the mare and foal to selection days and/or auctions. The KWPN Online Foal Auctions are a very good solution for this."
Not planning to buy
In addition to Lauw van Vliet, Luc van Horen also found success with his purchase from the KWPN Online Foal Auction. Luc van Horen bought Rambo B (s. O'Neil van 't Eigenloo), the champion of the JL-Agro free jumping competition in Panningen, in 2021. Van Horen hadn't planned to buy a foal. "My girlfriend had seen Rambo B online and was attracted to his high white legs and blaze. The first bid was immediately successful. 'Let's see how it goes,' I thought. His sire was a widely used stallion in Belgium," Van Horen explains his purchase. O'Neil van 't Eigenloo is currently successfully competing under the name Minute Man with Willem Greve. "For now, we want to keep Rambo B. We want to work with him ourselves and ride him. We'll see how it goes. We are extremely satisfied with our purchase and would do it again."
Registration
Registration for the KWPN Online Foal Auctions this summer is now open. Seven auctions are scheduled, with the first photo and video day taking place on Saturday, June 29, in Ermelo. Register your foal now for the KWPN Online Foal Auction . For questions, you can contact Mairin van der Tol at salespromotion@kwpn.nl or 0341-255 511 or 06-82097369.
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Text: Judith Martens
Image: Dirk Caremans