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van Baalen, Coby

Coby Dorresteijn is a farmer’s daughter, and seemingly had drive and ambition from the very beginning. Claatje van Andel,... more

van den Berge, Tor

In 2004, Tor rode Jaybee Alabaster at the World Young Dressage Horse championships in Verden. Recent performances: 3th Brisbane... more

van der Lageweg, Wiepke

Wiepke started breeding as a hobby back in 1972 with just one brood mare, now his VDL stud is... more

van Grunsven, Anky

Theodora Elisabeth Gerarda (“Anky”) van Grunsven was perhaps the first international superstar of dressage. Anky holds the record for... more

van Schaik, Dr Henri

Dr H.L.M. Van Schaik 1899-1991 Henri van Schaik was born in Holland and began his riding career as a... more

van Uytert, Joop

Dutch Equestrian Entrepreneur of the Year in 2009, Joop is owner and director of his stud in Heerewaarden, near... more

von Blixen-Finecke, Hans

Hans von Blixen-Finecke came from a famous family of equestrians and adventurers. His father was a romantic figure: cavalry... more

Voorn, Albert

Albert grew up in a farming family. His father Krijn was a market-gardener and his mother, Will, the daughter... more