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Welcome to the EquiRatings Archive, a treasure trove of timeless tales that celebrate the unique bond between horse and rider, the thrill of competition, and the beauty of this age-old tradition. Here, you'll find an extensive collection of stories from the world of equestrian sports, covering everything in show jumping and eventing.
Dangerous David Doel: Don't miss him on Saturday.
He rides the fastest horse in the field who has previously made the time at Kentucky. After a strong start, David and Galileo Nieuwmoed head into cross-count...
Ali Barrett
Apr 24
Spruce Meadows, St. Tropez, and La Baule by the Numbers
Breaking down the field strength and top-ranked combinations across this week's three major five-star competitions at Spruce Meadows, St. Tropez, and La Baule.
Emma Blumenkrantz
Jun 11
Weekend Recap: Jump-Offs and Double Clears from Monaco to Calgary
Two five-star Grands Prix took place on the same Saturday, with a jump-off in Monaco and a two-round test in Calgary deciding the winners.
Emma Blumenkrantz
Jul 7
Rolex Grand Prix of Falsterbo 2026: Belgians in Form & Point Break as Favourite
Point Break arrives at the Falsterbo Rolex Grand Prix as the highest-rated horse in the field, but the model does not make him a runaway favourite. The Belgi...
Charlotte Smet
Jul 12
Sizing Up the Teams for the First U25 Eventing World Championships
A new championship, a new generation, and a first team title up for grabs. We look at who arrives at Millstreet with the strongest hand.
Ali Barrett
Jul 3
One Month to Aachen: Eyes Turn to Riesenbeck
Riesenbeck's five-star field arrives with a month to go before Aachen, here's who's in form.
Emma Blumenkrantz
Jul 16
WEF Week 5: History in Action
In the modern era of showjumping, only 10 horses have ever managed 10 or more consecutive clear rounds at CSI5 * 160 level. Tonight, in the $500,000 Fidelit...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 7
WEF Week 5: Who's Arriving in Form?
Ahead of tonight’s $500,000 Fidelity Investments®️ CSI5* Grand Prix, the numbers highlight the horses that have been delivering when the fences are biggest.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 7
WEF Week 5: Who's Good in a Jump-Off?
When the clock starts, everything changes.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 7
History Made: Lordships Graffalo becomes Badminton's first three-time Champion
Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo have written themselves into the history books at the 2026 Mars Badminton Horse Trials, becoming the first horse-and-rider ...
Ali Barrett
May 10
Your Ultimate Guide to the CSI5* $500,000 Fidelity Investments Grand Prix at WEF
Everything you need to know ahead of the $500,000 Fidelity Investments CSI5* Grand Prix — all in one place.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 7
WEF Week 5: Vogel, Gangster Montdesir and the Numbers Behind a Defining Victory
In a Grand Prix built on data‑driven expectations, it was the so‑called wildcard, Richard Vogel’s Gangster Montdesir, that rewrote the script and confirmed W...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 8
What’s happening in Gothenburg? Pressure is building..
Halfway through the 2026 Gothenburg Horse Show, the atmosphere inside the Scandinavium has been nothing short of electric. Yet, despite the buzz, the loudest...
Sam Watson
Feb 21
WEF Week 7 - Former Champions Return: A Grand Prix Defined by Repeat Winners
The second CSI5* Grand Prix of the Winter Equestrian Festival circuit has built a reputation not just for its prize money and prestige, but for something eve...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 16
8 Australian Horses to Follow in 2026
Just under two weeks until Tonimbuk, the first international event of the Australian season, and the depth of talent lining up for 2026 is already clear. Fro...
Ali Barrett
Feb 23
Goodbye to the Greatest: La Biosthetique-Sam FBW (2000-2026)
The eventing world mourns the loss of La Biosthetique-Sam FBW, who died yesterday at age 26. Sam leaves behind a legacy that transcends statistics - though h...
Ali Barrett
Feb 17
Who had a good day at Badminton? Dressage day one reviewed
Tiana Coudray leads overnight on a 15-year personal best but she's not the only one who had a good day.
Ali Barrett
May 7
Grand Prix of Rotterdam 2026 by the Numbers: Point Break the Favourite, La Contessa in Form
Ben Maher and Point Break head the 2026 Grand Prix of Rotterdam on a 14% win chance and a field-best 56% clear chance, with form horse La Contessa close behind.
Charlotte Smet
Jun 21
Monaco and Spruce Meadows Preview: Who to Watch This Saturday
The Longines Global Champions Tour rolls into Monte Carlo for the Grand Prix du Prince de Monaco, while Spruce Meadows in Calgary stages the ATCO Queen Eliza...
Emma Blumenkrantz
Jul 2
Who Wins the FEI Eventing World Championships at Aachen?
Laura Collett leads on 24%, five percentage points cover the top three, and everything below them depends on how hard Aachen makes the cross country. A look ...
Ali Barrett
Aug 4
Dublin's 100th Aga Khan Trophy and the Rolex Grand Prix: who's entered for the weekend
The RDS hands out its 100th Nations' Cup trophy on Friday and stages one of the most exciting classes in Irish show jumping on Sunday with the €1m Rolex Gran...
Emma Blumenkrantz
Aug 6