San Patrignano Cassini ♂ †

About San Patrignano Cassini

San Patrignano Cassini is a (died 2014) grey Holsteiner showjumping stallion foaled in 1988, by Capitol I out of a Caletto II dam.

San Patrignano Cassini, or Cassini I, is a Holsteiner stallion born in Germany on 1 April 1988, well-known in the showjumping circuit for his impressive genetics and performance. He was bred by Johann Hermann Claussen and stands 172 cm tall, displaying a grey coat. Initially licensed at Adelheidsdorf, Cassini I demonstrated significant promise in free jumping. His prestigious pedigree includes the famous sire Capitol I, with lineage connections to Capitano and Cor de la Bryere. During his competitive career, Cassini I achieved remarkable success with various top riders, starting with Herbert Blöcker before competing with Bo Kristoffersen, representing Denmark at the European Championships and winning the Nations Cup in Helsinki in 1997. Franke Sloothaak later guided Cassini I to wins at events like the Grand Prix of Modena and Arnhem, including Nations Cups at Aachen and Modena. By 2001, the horse had earned over €150,000 in prize money. Beyond competing, Cassini I excelled as a breeding sire, fathering successful showjumpers cherished for their international achievements. His genetic legacy was preserved at Elmshorn by the Holsteiner Verband through selective breeding strategies designed to enhance bloodline diversity and quality.

San Patrignano Cassini has remarkably influenced the showjumping sphere through his progeny. His offspring include top showjumpers such as 'Cavalor Cumano,' who secured a gold medal at the 2006 World Equestrian Games with rider Jos Lansink, and 'Carlsson vom Dach,' part of the US team's Olympic gold victory in 2008 under Will Simpson. Another notable progeny, 'Eurocommerce Berlin,' achieved international esteem by contributing to a second-place finish in the Nations Cup at Aachen. With numerous licensed sons and progeny earnings surpassing three million euros by 2014, Cassini I's legacy is firmly established in the showjumping sport.

Conformation: classic Capitol-line Holsteiner model with size, scope and power

Temperament: sensitive and professional; match carefully for rideability

San Patrignano Cassini died in 2014 at Borgsum / Foehr, Germany. 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.