Numero Uno ♂ †

About Numero Uno

Numero Uno is a (died 2026) bay KWPN showjumping stallion foaled in 1995, by Libero H out of a Lord Calando dam.

Numero Uno was a KWPN stallion born on 25 April 1995 in Rips, Netherlands. Bred by M. van Deurzen, he boasted an exemplary lineage from accomplished showjumping bloodlines. His sire, Libero H, secured the 1994 World Cup Final, while his dam, Jolanda, was linked to the notable Holsteiner lineage number 429, known for producing influential jumpers. Under the training of Marco Kutscher, Numero Uno competed internationally between 2004 and 2006, mainly in 1.35m and 1.45m classes, winning the 1.35m class at Zurich CSI4* in 2006 and a 1.45m speed class in Verona in 2005. Despite not reaching the sport's upper echelons, he gained prominence as a prolific breeding sire. By 2008, his breeding prowess earned him the 'keur' predicate, escalating to 'preferent' status by 2011. Numero Uno died in 2023 at 28, leaving a legacy through his successful progeny in the showjumping world.

Numero Uno sired several stellar showjumping horses that achieved significant success on the international stage. His progeny included Tamino, who won a team silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics and was also a member of the victorious Dutch team at the Rotterdam Grand Prix. Tyson, another distinguished offspring, was part of the Dutch Nations Cup team, achieving victory in St. Gallen in 2012. Van Gogh, acclaimed in his own right, won the Global Champions Tour Grand Prix in Valkenswaard and the Los Angeles Masters GP in 2015. These results underscore the enduring mark Numero Uno made through his progeny in the world of showjumping.

Conformation: compact, athletic Libero/Lord Calando type with technique

Temperament: generally rideable and willing, with useful sport energy

Numero Uno died in 2026 at Oud-Ootmarsum, NL (not explicitly mentioned, noted in good health). 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.

His stamp — conformation

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

Watch Numero Uno jump — 4 clips