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Rolex US Equestrian Open of Jumping
Jumping requires athletes to navigate a course of obstacles, aiming for a faultless round. It tests precision, agility, and accuracy over fences of varying heights. Time penalties and faults from knockdowns or refusals determine the score.
Champions, Challengers & Hometown Heroes: Who Will Reign in WEF 9’s Five-Star Grand Prix?
With just one CSI5 Grand Prix left before the Rolex US Equestrian Open, the pressure is on—can anyone beat Kent Farrington this year?
Charlotte Smet
Mar 7
Writing History at WEF: Greya's Back-to-Back Five-Star Grand Prix Wins
Winning one five-star Grand Prix at the Winter Equestrian Festival is an achievement—winning multiple in a single season is legendary. Only one horse has eve...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 27
Kukuk & Checker 47: The Biggest International Threat to the US Equestrian Open Grand Prix
As the countdown to the Rolex US Equestrian Open CSI5* Grand Prix at Wellington International begins, Christian Kukuk and Checker 47 form a real internationa...
Charlotte Smet
Feb 20
Laura Kraut and the US Equestrian Open: "It doesn’t get much harder than this year."
As the inaugural US Equestrian Open of Jumping nears, show jumping legend Laura Kraut shares her thoughts on the Open and on the future of US show jumping.
Diarm Byrne
Feb 14
New Podcast: Kim Prince joins as our new host
The first jumping episode of the US Equestrian Open Podcast has officially launched, bringing fans closer than ever to the excitement of top-level show jumpi...
Diarm Byrne
Feb 14
WEF 12 Grand Prix: The Springboard to Olympic Glory
How a single night in Wellington launched multiple Olympic medalists, with Christian Kukuk and Checker 47's victory setting the stage for their historic year.
Charlotte Smet
Feb 6
Master of Wellington: McLain Ward's Remarkable 60-Win Legacy
As the inaugural US Equestrian Open approaches, we examine how McLain Ward has made Wellington's International Arena his home turf with an unprecedented 60 i...
Charlotte Smet
Jan 21
Quick Guide to the US Equestrian Open Finals: Everything You Need to Know
With three prestigious finals offering over $1.25 million in prize money across jumping, eventing, and dressage, the inaugural US Equestrian Open Series is s...
Charlotte Smet
Jan 18
Fast Track to Five-Star: Kick On’s Breakthrough Season
How a US stallion went from five-star debutant to one of the world's highest-rated horses in just five months.
Charlotte Smet
Jan 14
The US Equestrian Open Jumping Final is Coming to Wellington!
History meets innovation as Wellington International prepares to host a groundbreaking $750,000 Rolex Series event, bringing together the world's top riders ...
Charlotte Smet
Jan 13
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