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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.
The 50% Club: Elite Consistency at Five-Star Level
A deep dive into the most reliable riders at five-star 1.60m over the past 12 months.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 5
Elo Movers: An Emerging Talent for Italy
Giulia Martinengo Marquet's Delta Del'Isle produced a superb Grand Prix in Windsor to become the biggest Elo climber of the week and announces himself as an ...
Charlotte Smet
May 8
The Road to Basel: The Riders on the Brink as Gothenburg Decides the Final 18
The final leg of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Western European League in Gothenburg is set to be a thrilling event. With only 18 spots available in th...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 18
What the Winners Said: The Western European League in the Words of Its Champions
Who better to tell the story of this electrifying FEI Jumping World Cup™ season than the riders themselves? From Oslo to Bordeaux, hear from the champions in...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 19
Is it Taylor's Time at Ballindenisk?
As Izzy Taylor returns to Ballindenisk for her 20th start in the CCI4*-S, the story writes itself: she holds the joint record for the most 4*-S victories on ...
Ali Barrett
Apr 15
Thursday in Gothenburg: Who Will Conquer Tonight's Jump-Off Class?
A night of speed, precision and show-stopping talent awaits.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 20
Against the Odds: Could Richard Vogel Miss the World Cup Final Qualification?
With two major World Cup victories under his belt this season, Richard Vogel seems guaranteed a spot in the 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals in Basel. But ...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 19
A Record-Breaking Start to Kentucky
If you missed the opening day of dressage at Kentucky, here’s the headline: Michael Jung just made history. With fischerChipmunk FRH, he delivered the best C...
Ali Barrett
Apr 24
Stopwatches, Stats, and High Stakes: Who the Numbers Favour for Cross Country Day at Blenheim
The last ten European champions have all come from inside the top three after dressage but Blenheim’s cross country has a history of turning the script upsid...
Ali Barrett
Sep 19
Live win & podium chances - Paris Team Final
Check back after each round of riders to see how the win and podium chances during the Olympic Final
Georgia Patrick
Aug 2
The Thrilling Conclusion to the Individual Jumping Competition at the Paris Olympics
The individual jumping competition at the Paris Olympics, held at the stunning Château de Versailles, reached its dramatic climax on Tuesday morning. The eve...
Charlotte Smet
Aug 8
Anticipation Builds for the Aga Khan Nations' Cup at Dublin Horse Show
The prestigious Dublin Horse Show is well underway, and with it comes the highly anticipated Aga Khan Nations' Cup team jumping competition. Today, the world...
Charlotte Smet
Aug 16
Paris Olympics Individual Jumping Qualifier: A Preview
The anticipation is palpable as we gear up for the Individual Jumping Qualifier at the Paris Olympics. Taking place today at 14:00 C.E.T., this event promise...
Charlotte Smet
Aug 5
Did Kukuk Kill The King...?
The power of the Olympic Games and top level sport is not the outcome, it’s the story. As an Olympian and as a World Championship medalist, I can personally ...
Sam Watson
Aug 13
Live win & podium chances - Paris Individual Qualifier
Check in as the class goes on to see how the qualification chances are looking for each rider
Georgia Patrick
Aug 5
RDS Ready to Rally
No nation has been more dominant on the international circuit in 2024 than Ireland, but the fresh wound of missing medals in Paris will make Dublin more emot...
Sam Watson
Aug 13
Day Two in Dublin: Ireland Outperform Their Odds
The trend of Irish winners in the opener continued, but the home nation had to beat the odds of a strong overseas challenge to do it. Today, the same threat ...
Sam Watson
Aug 15
High Stakes in the Emirates: French Powerhouse Squad Headlines 2025 Longines League of Nations
World-class show jumping returns to the UAE as the prestigious Longines League of Nations welcomes a strong field of competitors.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 11
Greats Gather in Gothenburg
Seven of the Top 20 ranked riders on the Longines Rankings are in attendance of the 2025 Gothenburg Horse Show
Charlotte Smet
Feb 20
From Competitor to Course Designer: Derek di Grazia's Journey to Morven Park
As the US Equestrian Open Final approaches at Morven Park, we sat down with the renowned course designer Derek di Grazia to discuss his path from West Coast ...
Annie Bishop
Oct 1
The Surprising Truth About CCI5* Dressage Stars
Only one of the top 10 dressage scores in CCI5* history has gone on to win. A low score on Friday might turn heads—but it rarely holds through Sunday. How do...
Ali Barrett
Apr 25
Great Britain Triumphs as Drama Unfolds in Paris Team Jumping Final
The Paris Olympics Team Jumping Final today was a masterclass in precision, resilience, and unexpected twists, with Britain emerging victorious in a fiercely...
Charlotte Smet
Aug 2
The Top Ten 10-Year-Old Eventers Ahead of the 2025 Season: A Glimpse into the Future
As the off-season draws to a close and we prepare to launch into the 2025 eventing season, we take a look at an elite group of ten-year-old horses.
Nicole Brown
Feb 14
The Most Misunderstood Metric in Equestrian Sport: Why Win Chance Matters
EquiRatings isn’t just about predicting winners — it’s about understanding the real story behind the numbers.
Sam Watson
May 14
Day One in Dublin - The Sport Ireland Classic
Ireland have taken the traditional five-star 160 opener in all five of the most recent editions. Lorenzo De Luca (ITA) in 2016 was the most recent overseas w...
Sam Watson
Aug 14
Live win & podium chances - Nations' Cup of Dublin
Check in as the class goes on to see how the chances are looking for each team competing
Georgia Patrick
Aug 16
From Madrid to Milan: What Recent European Champions Tell Us About La Coruña 2025
With the FEI Jumping European Championships landing in La Coruña, Spain this July, the question on every fan’s mind is simple: who fits the winning profile?
Charlotte Smet
May 13
4 Champions We Might See at the Jumping Europeans in La Coruña This Summer
With team and individual glory up for grabs, let’s look ahead to four champions we might see battling for medals once again — names that have already etched ...
Charlotte Smet
Apr 15
Badminton Proved the Form — The Numbers Proved the Greatness
“The country is pretty lucky to have a Colorado Blue. As they say — they don’t come around very often.” — Austin O’Connor, on Colorado Blue becoming Ireland’...
Ali Barrett
May 16
Which Nation is on Top?
The USA has both FEI World Number Ones. Germany holds both reigning Olympic champions. Great Britain owns both Olympic team golds. In showjumping and eventin...
Ali Barrett
May 26