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VDL Groep Zidane N.O.P. is profiled for the sport record — breeding components are researched only for horses at stud.
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About VDL Groep Zidane N.O.P.
VDL Groep Zidane N.O.P. is a dark bay showjumping sport horse foaled in 2004, by Heartbreaker.
VDL Groep Zidane N.O.P. is a dark bay KWPN showjumping gelding born on 20 July 2004, notable for his success in international competitions with rider Leopold van Asten. Zidane began his career under the breeding of F. Kok in the Netherlands, showcasing lineage from renowned jumper sire Heartbreaker. Throughout his competitive years, Zidane amassed a series of accolades including victories at the CSI5* Rolex Grand Prix in 's-Hertogenbosch in 2017 and the CSIO5* in Falsterbo in 2015. His prowess was further highlighted by a winning role as a member of the Dutch Nations Cup team in Falsterbo.
His achievements extend to successful performances in La Coruña in both 2013 and 2014. Zidane's competitive excellence was recognised with his inclusion in the N.O.P. team's roster, signifying his importance to Dutch showjumping sport. Zidane's participation in the World Cup Final 2017 in Omaha and his win at Indoor Brabant's Rolex Grand Prix are among pivotal moments in his soaring career.
Zidane retired in January 2020, marking the end of an illustrious era in the showjumping circuit. Since retirement, Zidane has been residing comfortably at Stoeterij Duyselshof, continuing to be celebrated for his contributions to the sport.
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by Heartbreaker out of Colanda
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