With many disruptions to the showjumping calendar throughout 2020, many competitions fell by the wayside and were unable to be held including the World Cup Qualifier series. The last WCQ that was hosted in South Africa was the final leg of 2019 at Maple Ridge Equestrian Centre in which ChisContinue Reading
The conclusion of the South African Outdoor Grand Prix competition hosted at Kyalami Equestrian Park allows many competitors times to reflect on the week of jumping that lies behind them. Several riders will be feeling quite ecstatic with their performances and their decisions made. With riders like Desiree Davidson andContinue Reading
While it’s no longer a national status show, the annual Burlington Cup is a must-ride show for the country’s top competitors, and this year’s event saw riders travel from no fewer than four provinces to vie for the title. With fantastic cash prizes and sponsorships from Tack n Togs, BurlingtonContinue Reading
October 20th, 2020 marks the start of the 18th edition of the Erreplus President’s Cup. After the event was postponed on short notice earlier in the year due to the pandemic and ensuing lockdown, things have somewhat returned to normal. Ahead of the late staging of the show, we thoughtContinue Reading
Date of Birth: 18 January 1992 Base of Operations: Blouberg Stables, Limpopo Profession: Equestrian Nationality: South African Chris Van Der Merwe is a young, highly competitive showjumper and coach based in Limpopo where he and his wife, Leona Van Der Merwe, operate out of Blouberg Stables. After rising to prominenceContinue Reading
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