Emerald van ’t Ruytershof ♂

About Emerald van ’t Ruytershof

Emerald van ’t Ruytershof is a chestnut BWP / AES showjumping stallion foaled in 2004, by Diamant de Semilly out of a Carthago dam.

Emerald van ’t Ruytershof is a Belgian Warmblood stallion born in 2004. Bred by Euro Horse BV / Axel Verlooy in Grobbendonk, Belgium, he is sired by Diamant de Semilly and out of Carthina Z. Known for his scope and precise jumping technique, Emerald left a mark on showjumping as both a competitor and a sire. His career highlights include second place at the 2016 World Cup Final in Gothenburg, competing in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, and victories at events like the CSI5* Grand Prix of Bordeaux and the Washington World Cup. Standing at Euro Horse BV, he is sought-after for breeding, with his offspring excelling at top competitions. His lineage, combining influences from Diamant de Semilly and Carthago, underpins his progeny's success in showjumping.

Emerald's offspring have continued to build upon his legacy, achieving significant success in international showjumping. Prominent progeny like Igor, ridden by Jos Verlooy, have garnered considerable accolades, including a team Gold and individual Bronze at the European Championships in Rotterdam in 2019. Other descendants like Mandato van de Neerheide, Kasper van het Hellehof, and Imerald van't Voorhof have excelled in high-profile 5* Grand Prix events globally, attesting to Emerald's influence as a sire.

Conformation: big-framed, scopey and elastic with a powerful hind end

Temperament: sensitive and professional; match carefully for rideability

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His stamp — performance traits

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

His stamp — conformation

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

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