Denis LynchOlympian
🇮🇪 Ireland
Best known with Lantinus — Rolex Grand Prix winner , CHIO Aachen – World Equestrian Festival 2009
About Denis Lynch
Denis Lynch is an Irish showjumping rider renowned for his participation in numerous major international competitions since the early 2000s. Originating from Ireland, Lynch has built a formidable reputation not only as a competitor but also as a trainer and breeder, operating from his current base in Germany. Known for his consistent presence at top-tier events, Lynch contributed to Irish team efforts and represented his country in multiple Nations Cup competitions.
Lynch has participated in several prestigious championships, including the Olympic Games, World Equestrian Games, and European Championships. Notably, at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, he finished 18th individually riding Lantinus. He represented Ireland at the 2014 World Equestrian Games in Normandy with All Star 5 but did not qualify for the individual final. In 2007, Lynch helped secure a team bronze at the European Championships in Mannheim riding Lantinus.
Lynch's partnership with top horses has been a central pillar of his career. He achieved significant success with All Star 5, including a standout 7th place finish at the 2017 World Cup Finals in Omaha. His tenure with the horse included contributing to team victories, such as the 2012 Nations Cup win in St. Gallen. Lynch was also successful with Abbervail van het Dingeshof, securing numerous top ten finishes at international competitions.
Championship record
Beijing 200818th individual · Lantinus
| Year | Championship | Result | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | World Cup Final · Omaha | 7th↗ | All Star 5 |
| 2014 | World Equestrian Games · Normandy | competed↗ | All Star 5 |
| 2008 | Olympic Games · Beijing | 18th individual↗ | Lantinus |
| 2007 | European Championships · Mannheim | team bronze↗ | Lantinus |
One row per championship appearance, as reported by the cited sources.
Results on record
| Year | Show | Class | Placing | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CHIO Aachen – World Equestrian Festival | Rolex Grand Prix↗ | Winner | Lantinus |
From the shows results ledger — every row cited to its source.
Horses
| Horse | Years | Together |
|---|---|---|
| All Star 5 | 2014-2017 | 7th at 2017 World Cup Finals in Omaha; part of Irish team for 2012 Nations Cup win in St. Gallen |
| Lantinus | 2007-2009 | 18th at 2008 Olympics in Beijing; team bronze at 2007 European Championships in Mannheim |
| Abbervail van het Dingeshof | 2014 | Top ten finishes at major internationals including 2014 World Equestrian Games |
| Rebbeca M | 2021 | Win in Grand Prix of Longines Global Champions Tour in Portugal |
Linked horses have their own cited EquiWiki profile.
Sources
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