Posted: 2nd October 2026 | Back to news feed
The Andrews Bowen International Arena is set to welcome an impressive line-up of international showjumping talent at this year’s Horse of the Year Show, with 35 riders preparing to compete for some of the sport’s most sought-after titles.
The 2026 line-up brings together an exciting mix of established names and emerging talent, including multiple generations of the Whitaker family, brothers Shane and Trevor Breen, and a host of riders who have represented Great Britain and competed at the highest levels of the sport.
The action will culminate on Sunday evening with the prestigious Leading Showjumper of the Year Championship, as riders battle it out for one of the most coveted title at HOYS.
- Angelie Von Essen
- Julien Anquetin
- Harriet Biddick
- Shane Breen
- Jonathon Buxton
- Sammie Jo Coffin
- Mark Edwards
- Chris Franks
- Jodie Hall Mcateer
- David Harland
- Maddison Heath
- Holly Smith
- Alexander McLean
- Thomas Pritchard
- Max Routledge
- David Simpson
- James Smith
- Olivia Sponer
- Joseph Stockdale
- Trevor Breen
- Joe Trunkfield
- Emily Ward
- George Whitaker
- Jack Whitaker
- John Whitaker
- Robert Whitaker
- William Whiatker
- Joe Whitaker
- Guy Williams
- Charlotte Ash
- Fraser Reed
- Chris Smith
- Carron Nicol
- Rebecca Marsh
- Oliver Fletcher
All international riders have the option to put themselves forward for the Ripon Select Foods Puissance on the Saturday evening and/or the International Six Bar on the Sunday Daytime. They are set to be joined by the following riders:
- Ryan Page
- Rachel Proudley
- Morgan Shirley
- Andrew Hodgins
- Hayley Webster
The International Showjumping classes take place from Friday to Sunday, expect speed, precision and a whole lot of entertainment.
Tickets are still available; make sure you don’t miss out.
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