Cornet's Balou ♂

About Cornet's Balou

Cornet's Balou is a Bay Oldenburg showjumping stallion foaled in 2004, by Cornet Obolensky out of a Balou du Rouet dam.

Cornet's Balou, or Balou du Reventon, is a showjumping stallion born in 2006 and registered with the Oldenburg studbook. Bred initially by Gestüt Lewitz in Germany, his pedigree features notable lines, being sired by Cornet Obolensky and out of Georgia. His dam line includes influential stallions such as Balou du Rouet and Chatinue, reflecting strong genetic potential. Balou du Reventon's international showjumping career includes victories like the 2021 CSI5* Wellington Grand Prix and the 2019 Nations Cup final in Barcelona. His consistent top positions include first place in the 2021 Aachen Nations Cup team event. His international competition earnings are over €2,365,300, marking his success. Esteemed riders such as Brian Moggre, Darragh Kenny, and Harry Charles have ridden him. In breeding, his contributions enhance the sport through his offspring.

Cornet's Balou is highly regarded for passing his outstanding jumping abilities onto his progeny. Among his notable offspring is Crack Balou, who has achieved commendable results at the CSIO5* level, including a second-place finish in the Nations Cup 1.60m in Rome and a sixth position in the CSI5*-W Grand Prix in Riyadh in 2023. Another standout progeny, Cornest, has also made a mark in showjumping, securing victories in Grand Prix events at CSI4* Valkenswaard and competitive placements in other significant events.

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