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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 2025

Steeped in tradition and excellence, The Royal Horse Show has been a symbol of equestrian excellence for generations. We are pleased to welcome some of the best riders in the world to the Coca-Cola Coliseum as they battle it out for the $280,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™, presented by Ecclestone Horse Transport.

ERYNN BALLARD (CAN)

A Canadian team anchor with multiple Nations Cup appearances, Ballard helped Canada to Nations Cup podiums in 2025 and added FEI wins on both sides of the border. Her quick thinking and polished style are matched by a deep bench of international mounts.

DANIEL BLUMAN (ISR)

Two-time Olympian for Israel and a consistent five-star contender, Bluman’s 2025 season built on his 2024 North American League podiums. With top mounts such as Gemma W and Ladriano Z, he continues to deliver clear rounds under pressure at the sport’s biggest venues.

MARK BLUMAN (COL)

Part of a powerhouse riding family, Bluman has produced consistent FEI results throughout 2025 with a competitive string. He brings sharp jump-off skills and international mileage to the Royal.

KAITLIN CAMPBELL (USA)

Campbell qualified for the 2025 World Cup Final and posted notable FEI results through the season, including top placings at Traverse City. A sharp, fast competitor, she brings depth of experience at 1.50–1.60 m.

DANIEL COYLE (IRL)

Coyle capped a consistent 2025 by finishing 12th at the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final in Basel with Incredible and posted additional five‑star results on both sides of the Atlantic. A past Toronto World Cup winner, he remains one of the circuit’s most dangerous jump‑off riders.

MARIO DESLAURIERS (CAN)

An Olympic veteran for Canada, Deslauriers rode Emerson at Paris 2024 and helped Canada to Nations Cup success in 2025. With decades at the top of the sport, he continues to deliver clear rounds on big days.

RENE DITTMER (GER)

Dittmer’s headline result in 2025 was winning the $340,000 Highlands Cup CSI5* Grand Prix in New York’s Hudson Valley with Corsica X in October. Precise, efficient and fast, he has been a consistent five‑star contender throughout the season.

TIFFANY FOSTER (CAN)

A three-time Olympian who represented Canada at Paris 2024 with Battlecry, Foster logged strong 2025 results and helped the Canadian team to key Nations Cup performances. A regular at five-star events worldwide, she brings experience and consistency to Toronto.

MIMI GOCHMAN (USA)

A U.S. young professional with five-star experience, Gochman added big results in 2025 including top placings at Hampton Classic. She continues to shine in fast tracks and technical lines.

LILLIE KEENAN (USA)

WEF Grand Prix winner and U.S. team rider, Keenan continued to post strong results in 2025 across North America and Europe. With a program focused on developing top horses for championship sport, she is reliably fast and careful in jump-offs.

NINA MALLEVAEY (FRA)

One of the breakout stars of 2025, Mallevaey captured the CSIO5* Allianz‑Prize at CHIO Aachen on July 5 with My Clementine and added big results through the season. Her precision and forward style mark her as a rising five‑star threat.

ALEX MATZ (USA)

U.S. Nations Cup and five-star competitor, Matz added big results in 2025 including podiums at Devon and strong Spruce Meadows outings. From a storied equestrian family, he continues to craft a top-level record.

AMY MILLAR (CAN)

Olympian and Pan Am silver medalist, Millar maintained top form in 2025 with consistent FEI results and team duties. With a deep program and accurate riding, she is a regular Sunday contender.

BRIAN MOGGRE (USA)

World Cup and Nations Cup rider, Moggre posted competitive results in 2025 across North America and Europe. A quick rider with refined feel, he is a threat in any jump-off.

SPENCER SMITH (USA)

A U.S. five‑star rider with World Cup mileage, Smith finished runner‑up in the 2025 Traverse City World Cup with Keeneland and added additional five‑star podiums. A bold jump‑off rider, he thrives under pressure.

ADRIENNE STERNLICHT (USA)

Sternlicht won the US $340,000 RBC Grand Prix CSI5* at Ottawa on August 17, producing the only double clear with Origa v/h Zuid‑Pajottenland, after also winning the CSI2* Grand Prix earlier the same day. A WEG team gold medalist, she brings maturity and speed to five‑star sport.

CONOR SWAIL (IRL)

A perennial World Cup force, Swail won the $226,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas in November with Count Me In and added 2025 NAL victories in Vancouver and Sacramento with his string. His ring craft and speed keep him at the top of the leaderboard.

KYLE TIMM (CAN)

Canadian international rider and producer of top horses, Timm logged FEI placings through 2025 and returns to Toronto with a competitive program and sharp jump-off instincts.

AARON VALE (USA)

A decorated American veteran, Vale’s 2025 highlights include the $226,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon CSI4* with Carissimo 25 and a career first in Europe: the €500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Dinard CSI5*. His competitive edge keeps him a Sunday fixture.

ALESSANDRA VOLPI (USA)

Volpi celebrated her first five‑star victory at Ottawa on August 15, taking the $75,000 CSI5* Qualifier with Qannando B&V, and continued consistent results across North America and Europe through 2025.

NICOLE WALKER (CAN)

Walker posted solid 2025 FEI placings and continues to represent Canada at major venues. With Panter JVH and a growing string, she is a competitive presence in faster tracks.

MCLAIN WARD (USA)

Team Olympic champion and 2024 Olympic silver medalist, Ward defended the $225,000 Empire State Grand Prix at Old Salem in May 2025 aboard Callas and added major five‑star results through the summer, including the Douglas Elliman CSI5* qualifier at the Hampton Classic with High Star Hero.