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Scott Brash

Henrik von Eckermann Set to Lose World Number One Show Jumping Rank

Henrik von Eckermann Set to Lose World Number One Show Jumping Rank

1 MIN READ

No show jumper has held the position as world number one for as long as Henrik von Eckermann. But soon an era is likely to be over

King Edward refused – tough evening for von Eckermann

King Edward refused – tough evening for von Eckermann

3 MIN READ

A sudden refusal and the evening was ruined for Henrik von Eckermann and King Edward. The world number one rode for victory as the last rider – but landed in seventh place in the Top 10 final in Geneva

Von Eckermann's direct hit - took revenge

Von Eckermann's direct hit - took revenge

1 MIN READ

Henrik von Eckermann took his first win at Strawberry arena over the weekend – clenched his fist in a victory gesture and beamed broadly. After Friday's second place, the feeling was extra sweet

Guide to Sweden's International Horse Show

Guide to Sweden's International Horse Show

2 MIN READ

The Stable Base: "It's clear that we have peaked"

The Stable Base: "It's clear that we have peaked"

3 MIN READ

The golden era was lined up in the Olympic Games, World Championship, and European Championship. Traditionally strong equestrian nations looked on with admiration at the Swedish show jumping wonder

Star-studded lineup in the horse show – Olympic champion confirmed

Star-studded lineup in the horse show – Olympic champion confirmed

1 MIN READ

The home audience gets to see world number one Henrik von Eckermann and other Swedish riding stars. The international show jumping events at Strawberry arena offer more top names

The Swedish riding dream of gold turned to sand

The Swedish riding dream of gold turned to sand

3 MIN READ

The Swedish riders had to stand and watch as Scott Brash rode home the Olympic Games gold to Great Britain. Deeply disappointed in themselves