De Sjiem†

About De Sjiem

De Sjiem is a (died 2022) grey showjumping sport horse foaled in 1989, by Aram.

De Sjiem was a grey gelding registered within the KWPN studbook, known for his remarkable achievements in showjumping, particularly winning the individual gold medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Born in 1989, he was bred by W.J. Boerkamp in Olst and originally registered under the name Haram. De Sjiem had a stellar competition career primarily under the guidance of Dutch rider Jeroen Dubbeldam, with whom he also claimed victory in the Grand Prix of Aachen in 2001. He represented the Netherlands in several major championships, including the World Equestrian Games in 1998 and 2002, and the European Championships in 1999 and 2001.

De Sjiem enjoyed a prolific career in showjumping until his retirement in 2005, thereafter residing at Stal De Sjiem in Weerselo, named in his honour by Dubbeldam. His partnership with Dubbeldam is celebrated as among the most successful in the sport, setting a standard of excellence in international showjumping. De Sjiem's influence extends beyond his career, being remembered as a horse that brought prestige and recognition to Dutch showjumping. He passed away peacefully in 2022 at the age of 33.

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His stamp — performance traits

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