Eldorado van de Vijverhof ♂ †
🇧🇪 Belgium · BWP · by Thunder van de Zuuthoeve · Bay · 2004–2021
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About Eldorado van de Vijverhof
Eldorado van de Vijverhof is a (died 2021) Bay BWP showjumping stallion foaled in 2004, by Thunder van de Zuuthoeve out of a Jannsen dam.
Eldorado van het Vijverhof, a Belgian Warmblood stallion, was born on 4 April 2004 in Belgium. He was sired by the renowned Thunder van de Zuuthoeve, while his dam was Ginette la Vie. He was a remarkable showjumping talent, competing under notable riders such as Dayro Arroyave and Gregory Wathelet. Eldorado's competitive career featured victories in prestigious events, including grand prix competitions in Vlamertinge, Dunkerque, and Opglabbeek. He also represented Colombia at the World Equestrian Games in Normandy and participated in the Furusiyya Nations Cup Final in Barcelona.
Eldorado was known for excelling in CSI5* competitions, securing wins in international venues such as Valkenswaard and Monaco. His contributions to the sport were further highlighted by his performances in the Longines Global Champions Tour. Despite his untimely death before 2022, he left a lasting impression on the showjumping world and continued to influence it through his progeny. Eldorado's genetic legacy is preserved by his successful offspring who have competed at high levels.
Eldorado van het Vijverhof sired several outstanding showjumping horses, notable among them is Grandorado TN, who achieved significant performances in 1.50m–1.60m classes, including a victory at a 1.50m CSI5*-W event in Amsterdam. Another distinguished progeny is Killer Queen VDM, a winner in the World Cup Qualifier at CSI5*-W Malines with Daniel Deusser in 2019. These progeny underscore Eldorado's influence on the sport as a leading breeding sire.
Eldorado van de Vijverhof died in 2021. Breeding may continue via frozen semen — confirm availability with the stud.
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BWP · by Thunder van de Zuuthoeve out of Ginette la Vie
Sources
- WBFSH
- angloeuropeanstudbook.co.uk
- Horsetelex
- horsetelexresults.com
- BWP
- sbsnet.be
- gregorywathelet.com
- sillonbelge.be
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