Earlier this month, we highlighted the most consistent 7-year-old show jumpers competing at the international level. But even among the 6-year-olds, there are already horses standing out for their ability to perform clear rounds week after week.
For this analysis, we once again delved into the Hippomundo ranking of clear rounds in international competition. From that extensive dataset, we specifically selected 6-year-old horses—a crucial age in their training where consistency and caution are key. At the 1.25m level, we see one clear frontrunner with no fewer than 12 consecutive clear rounds in 2026.
Gypsy Casalensky dominates with an exceptional series of clear rounds
With 12 consecutive clear rounds, Gypsy Casalensky is the undisputed number one in this ranking. The son of Casall, bred by Joseph Allen in the Irish ISH studbook and out of a Cornet Obolensky mare on his dam’s side, is currently ridden by British rider Adrian Speight. Since early January, the pair has been competing at the MET in Oliva, where they have put in an impressive performance with nothing but clear rounds and multiple podium finishes. With a clear round percentage of 100% and a Hippomundo rating of 44p, Gypsy Casalensky not only leads this ranking but also tops the list of best 6-year-old show jumpers on Hippomundo.
Gypsy Casalensky has a 100% clear round rate; as you can see in the image, the top 10 six-year-olds typically have a rate of 69% at this level
View the Top 20 six-year-olds with clear rounds in the International Competition here
| Rank | Horse | Rider | # consecutive CR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gypsy Casalensky | Adrian Speight | 12p |
| 2 | Gintonic | Federico Formentini | 9p |
| 3 | Uppercut 111 | Harold Megahey | 8p |
| 4 | Elmani van t Molenveld Z | Dayro Arroyave | 8p |
| 5 | Vanda Oyster | Sebastien Kapel | 8p |
| 6 | Zados R | Ciaran Nallon | 7p |
| 7 | Quel Honneur Vh Distelhof Z | Harold Megahey | 6p |
| 8 | Amy Du Chateau Z | Leo Lamb | 6p |
| 9 | Commeet Van Het Dingenshof Z | Carron Nicol | 6p |
| 10 | Carlito Blue Van't Lozerhof Z | Benny Naessens | 6p |
| 11 | Queen Of Dream Z | Mathieu Guery | 6p |
| 12 | Annabel Jh Z | Krzysztof Okla | 6p |
| 13 | Undercover de Walput | Ole Kristoffer Meland | 6p |
| 14 | Casarius Twinkeling Z | Martin Kühnis | 5p |
| 15 | Unique Vdb Z | Dennis van den Brink | 5p |
| 16 | Miura | Andrea Persson | 5p |
| 17 | Peyton VDH | Nadège Janssen | 5p |
| 18 | Killybrick Celebration | Clem McMahon | 5p |
| 19 | Kianti Paese Verde | Martin Kühnis | 5p |
| 20 | Kia Lotta DK | Pedro Junqueira Muylaert | 5p |
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This ranking doesn't necessarily highlight the most spectacular winners, but rather the horses that consistently perform well week after week. And it is precisely that consistency that often forms the foundation for a successful career at the highest level.
Whether these 6-year-olds can maintain their flawless form as the competition gets tougher remains to be seen in the coming years. But one thing is certain: they’ve already made a name for themselves.
