Recognizing the breeders behind Belgium’s world-class sport horses
At Equigala 2025, the spotlight wasn’t just on the top riders but also on the incredible breeders behind Belgium’s finest horses. The Belgian Breeders Bonus celebrated the dedication and vision of breeders whose horses made a global impact in the past year.
This year, the Top 5 breeders were rewarded for their outstanding contributions to Belgian breeding:
- H&M Indiana (Kashmir vh Schuttershof x Animo’s Hallo) – Breeders: Wim Vanderlinden, Christophe-Chloé Van Turtelboom Ruys
- Killer Queen VDM (Eldorado van de Zeshoek x For Pleasure) – Breeder: Family Bruggeman
- King Edward Res (Edward x Feo) – Breeder: Wim Impens
- Katanga vh Dingeshof (Cardento x Tornedo FCS) – Breeder: Liliane Vermeulen-Van Es
- Messi van ‘t Ruytershof (Plot Blue x For Pleasure) – Breeder: Stal ’t Ruytershof
These breeders have once again proven why Belgium remains a global leader in producing top sport horses.
A Strong Network of Partners
The success of Belgian breeding would not be possible without the collaboration of key industry partners. We extend our gratitude to: CWBC, CBC-BCP, PaardenPunt Vlaanderen, Hippomundo, Paardensport Vlaanderen, Tails Communications, LEWB, BWP, Zangersheide, Studbook SBS, Stal Nieuwenhof, Philippaerts – We Live Horses, RBEF, Eurohorse Axel Verlooy and Hippo Revue.
Want to support the Belgian Breeders Bonus and help Belgian breeding thrive? Become a partner of Belgian Horse Hub and contribute to the future of top-level sport horse breeding in Belgium.
