Ustinov ♂

About Ustinov

Ustinov is a dark bay KWPN showjumping stallion foaled in 2001, by Libero H out of a Nimmerdor dam.

Ustinov is a celebrated showjumping stallion from the KWPN studbook, born in 2001 in the Netherlands. He was bred by G. van der Veen in Ommeren, envisioning a lineage deeply rooted in performance. His sire, Libero H, was a prolific showjumping competitor known for his partnership with Jos Lansink and his victory at the 1994 World Cup Finals. Ustinov's dam, Haifa, is descended from the iconic Nimmerdor, further enhancing his prestigious pedigree.

Champion of the 2004 KWPN Stallion Show, Ustinov gained recognition for his exceptional jumping talent and conformational attributes. Throughout his career, Ustinov competed internationally in competitions, including events in Moorsele, Münster, Verden, and Neustadt Dosse, under the German rider Caroline Müller. He reached levels up to 1.50m in showjumping competitions before an injury interrupted his sporting career; this notwithstanding, his presence in the jumping arena was impactful, establishing him as a sire of distinction.

Ustinov's significance extends well beyond his competition record. He has been approved for breeding by several prestigious studbooks, including KWPN, Oldenburg, Hanoverian, Swedish, Irish Sport Horse, and Italian U.N.I.R.E. With his genetic excellence firmly established, he moved from De Wiemselbach in the Netherlands to Beligneux le Haras in France to continue his breeding career.

Ustinov has sired several prominent offspring contributing greatly to international showjumping. MTM Vivre Le Reve, Kingston, and Jagger HX are notable progeny who have competed at the 1.60m level, showcasing the robust jumping talent passed down from their sire. Bestinov achieved significant recognition at the 2011 Dutch Young Horse Championships, eventually being auctioned for €290,000, highlighting the high market value of his progeny.

Conformation: modern Libero/Nimmerdor type with scope, balance and blood

Temperament: generally rideable and willing, with useful sport energy

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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 Ustinov jump — 4 clips