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The 5-year-old Belgian champion is already following in the footsteps of his father, the star Emerald van’t Ruytershof!
On the mother’s side, Thunder van de Zuuthoeve brings plenty of scope.
Endowed with both a perfect natural balance and jumping instinct, he has already demonstrated that he has everything to reach the highest level and reap the fruit of victory. His well-balanced gallop, his desire to win and his exceptional athletic skills make him the modern stallion and sport horse that everyone dreams of!
Very easy to ride, he will pass on balance, flexibility and a natural jumping instinct to his offspring that today’s sport requires.
In 2022, he wins the 5-year-old Belgian Championship.
In 2023, he consistently performs in competitions for 6-year-old horses. In September, he wins the semi-final of the 6-year-old horse World Championship in Lanaken, competing against 150 participants!
In 2024, Ely continued to progress, placing regularly in classes for 7-year-olds, notably at the CSIs in Lier and Canteleu.
In 2025, at only 8 years old, Ely made his mark at the highest international level. Second in the Grand Prix at Vejer de la Frontera, he consistently placed in 1.45 m and 1.50 m competitions, notably at the CSI 5* Le Printemps des Sports Équestres in Fontainebleau, the CSI 4* in Liège, and the CHI in Geneva.
Early-maturing, consistent, and talented – Ely is a horse clearly aimed at top-level sport.
