Breeding an eventing horse? These stallions proved their worth!

Breeding a successful eventing horse requires thoughtful stallion selection. A good eventer must possess stamina, strength, courage and functional conformation to perform in all three disciplines. But which stallions produce the most successful eventing horses? Based on the Hippomundo rankings of stallions according to prize money of their offspring in the sport of eventing since 2015, we try to understand the most influential sires for the sport of eventing.

The power of a proven stallion

One of the most objective ways to judge a stallion is to look at the performance of his offspring in the sport. The Top 10 stallions with the highest prize money from their offspring in Eventing are:

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View here the complete list of stallions with offspring who collected the most prize money in eventing.

We note that most of these stallions are no longer alive, and therefore no longer available with fresh semen. In this list you will find approved stallions who are themselves active in the sport of eventing.

Leipheimer van 't Verahof - Approved stallion at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 ©FEI/Benjamin Clark

Stallions with the most IEV5* horses

In addition to prize money, the number of offspring at the highest level is an important indicator of a stallion's value in eventing breeding. Since 2015, the following stallions have been the most represented at the IEV5* level:

Jaguar Mail has produced the most five-star eventing horses (9) since 2015. This stallion was himself an excellent jumper: at the age of 8, Jaguar Mail competed in the Nations Cup of La Baule, notching 2 clear rounds with Patrice Delaveau. Later the stallion left for Sweden where he successfully competed under the rider Peter Erikson at the Olympics in 2008. In his pedigree he carries 80.86% thoroughbred. His father Hand in Glove xx ran Prix st George dressage and jumped at GP level. His dam Elvira Mail is descended from the GP stallion Laudanum xx and her dam Adoret came into the possession of Haras de Brullemail due to downsizing of the mare stack at Zangersheide. Elvira Mail, produced several international jumpers including Katchina Mail the mare who won silver with the French Equipe under Patrice Delaveau at the 2010 World Equestrian Games in Kentucky.

See here the full list of stallions with the most IEV5* horses.

The importance of thoroughbred influence

Eventing remains a discipline in which thoroughbreds play an important role. This is evidenced by the ranking of stallions according to the performance of their offspring in international competitions, where stallions such as Ituango xx, Stan the Man xx, Helikon xx, and Classic xx score highly. Thoroughbreds are known for their athletic ability, stamina and mentality, all essential traits for an eventing horse.

Which stallion suits your mare?

When choosing a stallion, consider your mare's qualities and areas for improvement. Ask yourself the following questions:

• Does your mare have enough blood and gallop, or should you choose a stallion that adds more stamina?

• Is your mare already athletic enough, or does she need additional jumping ability?

• What is her temperament and what does the stallion pass on in terms of character?

Choosing a stallion depends on the goal you have in mind for the foal. Hippomundo's rankings offer valuable insights into which stallions have proven themselves based on the performance of their offspring.

By selecting the right stallion, you will increase your chances of having a future eventing champion!