King Edward♂

About King Edward

King Edward is a chestnut showjumping gelding foaled in 2010, by Edward 28.

King Edward is a celebrated Belgian Warmblood (BWP) gelding known for his outstanding performances in showjumping with rider Henrik von Eckermann. Born on 21 May 2010, he was bred by Wim Impens in Ressegem, Belgium. His sire, Edward 28, descends from Embassy I, while his dam, Koningin De Lauzelle, has Feo as her sire, and his dam line includes notable names such as Garibaldi II and Domspatz. King Edward has achieved 246 starts and 27 significant victories. His career highlights encompass individual and team gold medals at the 2022 World Championships in Herning, Denmark, and a crucial role in securing team gold at the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games. His victories at the 2023 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Finals in Omaha, USA, and the 2024 finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, further showcased his talent. Despite these successes, he continues to strive for an individual Olympic gold medal. He has amassed over $4.3 million in prize money, reflecting his skill and consistency in top-tier competitions. King Edward remains a formidable presence on the international showjumping scene, with recent five-star performances at the Longines Versilia Horse Show in Italy.

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His stamp — performance traits

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