A young Riders Academy

👉 Meet the

With our final rider profiles, you’ve now met the talented athletes who make up this year’s Young Riders Academy team.

“It is a great honor for me to be part of the YRA. It makes me very happy, and I am very grateful to have the opportunity to learn from so many successful people in the equestrian world.”
– Sören Suppert

“Being part of the Young Riders Academy is an amazing opportunity to grow myself as a rider and to be surrounded by talented riders.”
– Thijmen Vos

This may be the end of our rider introductions, but it’s only the beginning of the journey.

Stay tuned as we continue to discover more about the personalities, ambitions and experiences that make the YRA Team 2026 so special.

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takes over Aachen 🇩🇪✨

Rolex Testimonee and Rolex Grand Slam Live Contender Richard Vogel delivered a sensational victory in the Rolex Grand Prix aboard United Touch S, securing his second consecutive Rolex Grand Slam Major after already winning The Dutch Masters earlier this season. He now moves one step closer to completing the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping.

And making the moment even more special, Sophie Hinners completed the podium in third place, turning this into an incredible result for one of show jumping’s most inspiring power couples.

Same jump. Same dream. Same passion. 🧡

A huge congratulations to Richard, Sophie, and their amazing horses for an unforgettable weekend in Aachen.
©️Rolex Grand Slam/ Tom Lovlelock

SWIPE FOR AIRTIME ✨

With Franke Sloothaak, every line had a reason behind it.

Not just riding the jump, but learning how to truly understand the horse underneath you. Feeling the rhythm, recognizing reactions, adapting in the moment, and building the kind of connection that leads to consistent results.

Because top performances don’t come from forcing things. They come from awareness, timing, and partnership.

A few snapshots from the first YRA training session 📸