Almé Z ♂ †

About Almé Z

Almé Z is a (died 1991) chestnut Selle Français showjumping stallion foaled in 1966, by Ibrahim out of a Ultimate dam.

Almé Z was a Selle Français stallion born in 1966 in France, bred by Alphonse Chauvin. A significant figure in equestrian sports, Almé Z was sired by Ibrahim and out of Girondine, forging a pedigree that carried influence in show jumping. He became notably affiliated with the Zangersheide stud after his acquisition by Léon Melchior in the mid-1970s. Competing initially under the reins of Bernard Geneste, American Fred Lorimer Graham, and later by François Mathy and Johan Heins, Almé had a notable competition record.

Almé Z's stature in the show jumping world was solidified through his breeding career, which spanned several decades starting in France from 1971 to 1974, moving to Zangersheide from 1975 to 1985, and returning to France to continue his legacy until his retirement in 1990. During this time, he covered 420 mares across Europe, making a substantial impact on the sport horse breeding industry.

Demonstrating the stallion's versatility and influence, Almé Z's pedigree and progeny have been integral in shaping modern show jumping. Known for producing offspring with exceptional jumping abilities, many of his descendants have gone on to achieve international success.

Almé Z was a prolific sire, most notably producing Galoubet A, who furthered his legacy by siring Baloubet du Rouet. Baloubet du Rouet achieved international fame by winning three consecutive FEI World Cup Finals from 1998 to 2000 and capturing an individual gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Another offspring, Galoubet A, sired a line including horses that counted for 22.3% of participants at the 2002 World Equestrian Games, demonstrating Almé Z's substantial influence across show jumping venues. Almé also fathered Jalisco B, whose progeny include noteworthy jumpers like Quidam de Revel, a fourth-place finisher individually at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.

Almé Z died in 1991 at Brullemail, France. Breeding may continue via frozen semen — confirm availability with the stud.

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His stamp — performance traits

Researched stamp — 5 = strongly passes the trait. Web-sourced; confirm with the stud.

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