Eugénie AngotOlympian
🇫🇷 France · born 1970
Best known with Cigale du Tallis — CPKC ‘International’, presented by Rolex winner , CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament 2006
About Eugénie Angot
Eugénie Angot, born on 27 June 1970 in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, is a prominent French showjumping rider. She started riding at the age of six under the influence of her father, Michel Legrand, a renowned French composer. Angot gained international recognition in the equestrian world by representing France at the 2004 Athens Olympics, competing in both individual and team events. Her partnership with Cigale du Taillis marked a significant period in her career, as they ranked among the top horse-rider combinations globally in 2004-2005.
Throughout her career, Angot has competed with several notable horses. Besides Cigale du Taillis, she achieved success with horses like Peluche du Banney, Kyle Boy, and Ilostra Dark. In 2006, she made history by becoming the only French female rider to win the prestigious CSIO 5* Grand Prix at Spruce Meadows in Calgary. Eugénie Angot's competitive career was active mainly from 1981 to 2018, highlighting her sustained presence and influence in the sport.
Currently, Eugénie Angot operates Ecurie Eugénie & Cédric Angot in Gambais, France, alongside her husband, Cédric Angot. Their focus is on the sales of horses, training riders, and developing competitive showjumping horses.
Championship record
Athens 200434th individual · Cigale Du TaillisAthens 200410th team · Cigale Du Taillis
| Year | Championship | Result | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | World Cup Final · Göteborg | 20th↗ | Ilostra Dark |
| 2004 | Olympic Games · Athens | 34th individual↗ | Cigale Du Taillis |
| 2004 | Olympic Games · Athens | 10th team↗ | Cigale Du Taillis |
| 2004 | World Cup Final · Milano | 4th↗ | Cigale Du Taillis |
One row per championship appearance, as reported by the cited sources.
Results on record
| Year | Show | Class | Placing | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament | CPKC ‘International’, presented by Rolex↗ | Winner | Cigale du Tallis |
From the shows results ledger — every row cited to its source.
Horses
| Horse | Years | Together |
|---|---|---|
| Cigale du Taillis | 2002-2005 | Ranked as the best horse-rider combination globally in 2004-2005. Achieved notable victories including the 2006 CSIO 5* Grand Prix at Calgary. |
| Ilostra Dark | Up to 2008 | Ranked 20th at the 2008 FEI World Cup Final in Göteborg. |
| Old Chap Tame | From 2005 | Significant horse in her career, competed at senior levels. |
Linked horses have their own cited EquiWiki profile.
Watch Eugénie Angot ride — 7 clips
Sources
- fei.org
- EquiWiki results ledger
- olympedia.org
- ffe.com
- the-sports.org
- fr.wikipedia.org
- ecurie-angot.wordpress.com
- guardian.com
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