Sandra Auffart and Viamanta du Matz. Photo by Tilly Berendt.
It’s not long now until the 2023 FEI European Eventing Championships for Seniors kick off in France at Haras du Pin. This cycle of competition will take place August 9-13. Definite entries are due to the FEI by July 24, and while many nations have already named their teams we’ll see a few more confirmations come in ahead of the deadline. Stay tuned as we’ll have a full Form Guide by team in true EN tradition coming your way at the start of August.
First to reveal their final squad this week was Germany, who as always poses a serious threat to be competitive in France next month. Their Euros team will include:
- Nicolai Aldinger with Timmo
- Sandra Auffarth with Viamant du Matz
- Malin Hansen-Hotopp with Carlitos Quidditch K
- Michael Jung with fischerChipmunk FRH or Kilcandra Ocean Power
- Jérôme Robiné with Black Ice
- Christoph Wahler with Carjatan S
The Germans also named two reserve pairs: First reserve is Emma Brüssau with Dark Desire GS, followed by Calvin Böckmann with The Phantom of the Opera and Libussa Lübbeke with Caramia.
Four of the above-named pairs will represent Germany as a part of the team, while two will ride as individuals. The team and individual designations will be determined on site.
Joseph Murphy and Calmaro. Photo by Tilly Berendt.
Also moving to name their team for Euros are the Irish, who are led this year by Swedish Olympian Dag Albert. As with Germany, the final team members will be named in France, but the six-member squad will be:
- Susie Berry and Clever Trick
- Ian Cassells and Woodendfarm Jack O D
- Sarah Ennis and Grantstown Jackson
- Jennifer Kuehnle and Polly Blue Eyes
- Joseph Murphy and Calmaro
- Felicity Ward and Regal Bounty
“I am delighted with the squad that are traveling to Le Pin au Haras,” Dag said of the selections. “I have selected a very capable squad with some experienced squad members travelling mixed in with new talent, which is very exciting, and I am looking forward to seeing them all perform out there. I believe we can get a great result in Le Pin au Haras.”
You can stay on top of updates on entries on the FEI website here. Stay tuned here on EN for much more from Europeans, and as always Go Eventing!
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