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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.
How Ben Maher Could Replace Henrik as World Number One in 2024
Henrik von Eckermann has been topping the Longines FEI Rankings for the past 17 months. With his current string of horses, however, can Ben Maher bring an en...
Charlotte Smet
Dec 19
Top Takeaways after San Miguel de Allende: Great Weekend for USA’s Young Guns
Our key findings after a terrific weekend of showjumping at CSIO5* San Miguel de Allende.
Charlotte Smet
May 1
A Stellar Stable: Harry Charles’ String of Horses
At just 23 years of age, Harry Charles has an extensive string of horses most upper-level riders can only dream of.
Charlotte Smet
May 9
All Eyes on the WEF Rolex Finale Week: What You Need to Know Before the Kick-Off
The stage is set, the legends are returning, and history is on the line — here’s everything you need to know before the WEF Rolex Finale Week kicks off!
Charlotte Smet
Mar 26
Top Takeaways from a Weekend of Jumping without 5*
What intriguing insights can we glean from a weekend without 5* show jumping events to analyze?
Charlotte Smet
May 8
Rise & Fall: How did CHI Geneva affect the Elo Ratings?
Big boosts for the Rolex Grand Prix winner and one of Kent Farrington’s young stars.
Charlotte Smet
Dec 13
In Conversation with the U.S. World Number Ones
It is not often you get to chat with an FEI Eventing World No.1. It’s almost unheard of to get to speak to three at once The latest Eventing Podcast brings t...
Ali Barrett
May 29
#ThrowbackThursday: Revisiting the 2022 editions of Windsor & LGCT Madrid
Do you remember last year’s editions of the Rolex Grand Prix of Windsor or the LGCT Grand Prix of Madrid? Let’s refresh your memory ahead of this weekend.
Charlotte Smet
May 11
Check out the Elo Movers: Aznar Thrives in Miami
Spanish rider Eduardo Alvarez Aznar not only has the biggest, but also the second biggest Elo climber of the week in his stable.
Charlotte Smet
Apr 10
Discover the Jumping Stars of the First Quarter of 2024
Thanks to Achieve Equine, discover the horses that started the 2024 season on the highest ratings, the strongest form and made the biggest improvements.
Charlotte Smet
Apr 12
Elo Movers: A Record & Two New Leaders
King Edward has set new heights in the sport by breaking his own Elo record, while Casual DV Z and Greya have become the highest-rated horses of their age ca...
Charlotte Smet
Apr 24
Faltic HB or Elektric Blue P: Who wins in Windsor today?
Who are the favourites to win the Pearl Stakes at the Royal Windsor Horse Show?
Charlotte Smet
May 12
Switzerland Set to Shine in Sopot
The Swiss have picked their best 10-year-old horses to come forward and defend the nation at the Nations Cup in Sopot, Poland. Who will be there to challenge...
Charlotte Smet
Jun 18
Who’s Up for Victory in Vancouver?
The EquiRatings Jumping Prediction Centre comes forward with two firm favourites to triumph in the CSIO5* Grand Prix of Vancouver.
Charlotte Smet
Jun 2
Emily King now a live contender to win Badminton
Lots of people who saw the Valmy Biats win at Thoresby Park felt it was special. As the ratings came in, it got even more exciting here at HQ. Emily's win ca...
Sam Atkinson
Apr 10
Horses to Watch in 2025: The Ones to Keep on Your Radar
Every season in eventing brings a new wave of excitement—and 2025 is already brimming with potential. Some horses are aiming to dominate the biggest stages o...
Sam Atkinson
Mar 26
Where do the Kentucky winners come from?
It is all about individual victories this weekend - but there is always some national pride and in an Olympic year, a chance to lay down an early marker. 25 ...
Sam Atkinson
Apr 23
Twenty years, 100 five-stars for Oliver
Ask anyone involved in the sport what it takes to get one horse, to one five-star. The training, the team, the time, the trust. Oliver Townend is about to pa...
Diarm Byrne
Apr 25
The Three to Track at CSIO5* San Juan Capistrano
Which combinations should you be keeping an eye on this weekend at CSIO5* San Juan Capistrano?
Charlotte Smet
May 11
Wednesday Weekly – Changes among the Top 10 Ten-Year-Olds
These ten-year-old horses are rapidly solidifying their positions as formidable contenders among the world’s elite.
Charlotte Smet
May 24
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Charlotte Smet
Dec 14
Live Win & Podium Chances - Nations Cup Intesa Sanpaolo
We will be updating the win & podium chance after each group of riders for a team, watch as the chances go up and down during the competition
Sam Watson
May 24
Who Will Win the $750,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix?
Here's who to watch, and why:
Charlotte Smet
Mar 28
Riders to Watch in 2025: The Ones Set to Shape the Season
Who are the riders set to define the 2025 eventing season? With the first events already underway and major championships like the Agria Eventing European C...
Sam Atkinson
Mar 28
Defender Kentucky Entries Release Show
In the first episode of the Inside Kentucky series for 2025, we bring together a team of people of tasked with writing about and covering the show - Piper K...
Diarm Byrne
Mar 27
45 Years of FEI Jumping World Cup Finals: Legends, Streaks & Basel 2025
As the FEI Jumping World Cup Final turns 45, the chase for history returns to the spotlight in Basel.
Charlotte Smet
Apr 1
PODCAST: When Opportunity Knocks in Mexico: Big Money, Open Field, and a Chance to Shine
"To win a five-star is a milestone moment in your career. Add on three quarters of a million in prize money? That’s life-changing."
Charlotte Smet
Mar 29
A New Standard: Breaking Down the Record-Breaking Elo
King Edward has done it again.
Charlotte Smet
Mar 1
Elo Movers & Shakers: Dutch do good business on home turf
Uricas v/d Kattevennen has produced the biggest Elo boost of the weekend.
Charlotte Smet
Mar 12
Who are the Combinations to Catch at LGCT Madrid?
Which combinations will be competing at the first European-based leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour in Madrid this weekend and who are the favourites?
Charlotte Smet
May 12