Double Espoir ♂ †

About Double Espoir

Double Espoir is a (died 1993) chestnut Selle Français showjumping stallion foaled in 1969, by Ibrahim out of a Plein D'espoirs dam.

Double Espoir was a chestnut Selle Français stallion, born on January 1, 1969, in France. Bred by Alexis Pignolet, he was the product of a powerful breeding duo that combined the best of French and Thoroughbred bloodlines. His sire, Ibrahim, was a pivotal figure in French show jumping breeding, and his dam, Quatrième Espoir, contributed further depth with her lineage that included the influential Thoroughbred Orange Peel xx.

Double Espoir was renowned for his prolific and successful progeny in the world of show jumping. He sired several distinguished offspring, including Apache d'Adriers and Flipper d'Elle. Lafayette is another notable progeny who achieved a bronze medal at the Seoul Games with Michel Robert, underscoring Double Espoir's influence as a sire. Lisou Blinois also carried his legacy forward by competing at the World Equestrian Games in 1990. His sons had substantial impacts themselves, with Valespoir Malabry being acclaimed as the best French stallion at the 'Masters' of Caen in 1996.

Double Espoir died in 1993. Breeding may continue via frozen semen — confirm availability with the stud.

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