{"id":19971,"date":"2024-12-23T09:53:23","date_gmt":"2024-12-23T08:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/jumping-mechelen-brings-world-champions-olympic-medalists-and-belgian-heroes-together-between-christmas-and-new-year\/"},"modified":"2024-12-26T10:34:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-26T09:34:50","slug":"jumping-mechelen-brings-world-champions-olympic-medalists-and-belgian-heroes-together-between-christmas-and-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/en\/jumping-mechelen-brings-world-champions-olympic-medalists-and-belgian-heroes-together-between-christmas-and-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Jumping Mechelen Brings World Champions, Olympic Medalists, and Belgian Heroes Together Between Christmas and New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-layout-flex uagb-block-cb98215b alignwide uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-0-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-54a0d99a8b0bd7420c2a3c37432e95a9\" style=\"padding-bottom:0\">News<\/h1>\n\n\n<h2 style=\"font-size:47px;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0rem;padding-right:0rem;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;margin-right:0\" class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-post-title\">Jumping Mechelen Brings World Champions, Olympic Medalists, and Belgian Heroes Together Between Christmas and New Year<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-text-align-center has-link-color wp-elements-afbbe33cb1d0a6a53405376e64ec92b7 wp-block-post-date has-text-color has-ast-global-color-1-color\"><time datetime=\"2024-12-23T09:53:23+01:00\">23 December 2024<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">From December 26 to 30, 2024, the Nekkerhal will once again host Vlaanderens Kerstjumping &#8211; Memorial Eric Wauters. For over 40 years, this iconic event has been a cornerstone of international equestrian sport. But Jumping Mechelen is more than just a competition: it\u2019s a celebration where top-level sport, festive atmosphere, and unforgettable entertainment come together. The unique blend of elite performances, a magical Christmas experience, and a warm welcome make this event a must-visit for riders and fans from around the world.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">One of the event\u2019s highlights is the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup presented by BMW, a prestigious five-star competition at the highest level. This year, the thrilling showdown will take place on December 30 at 3:00 PM. The World Cup brings the world\u2019s best horse-and-rider combinations together to tackle a challenging 1m60 course. The winner will walk away not only with eternal glory but also with a brand-new BMW M135i.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8a2e3ef6 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-387824d1\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>A Key Stop in the World Cup Circuit<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Jumping Mechelen marks the ninth stop in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup (Western European League) season, which includes a total of 14 stages. Other prestigious stops include Lyon, Amsterdam, and London. The season culminates in April 2025 with a spectacular final in Basel. For riders, this is a crucial opportunity to earn points and secure their place in the grand finale.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-1a7a9121\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>International Stars Shine in Mechelen<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Jumping Mechelen will host an impressive lineup of some of the biggest names in equestrian sports. Current World Cup runner-up Kevin Staut (FRA) will compete to reclaim his top spot. He\u2019ll be joined by six other riders from the current top 15: Gr\u00e9gory Wathelet (BEL, 3rd), Pieter Devos (BEL, 9th), Hans-Dieter Dreher (GER, 10th), and Julien Anquetin (FRA, 11th). Other standout competitors include Harrie Smolders (NED, 13th) and Marlon Zanotelli (BRA, 14th).<br\/><br\/>Adding even more excitement to the competition are legendary riders such as Scott Brash (GBR), an Olympic bronze medalist in Paris, Julien Epaillard (FRA), who took silver at last season\u2019s World Cup Final, and Henrik Von Eckermann (SWE), the reigning world champion and winner of the last World Cup Final.      <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Henrik-von-Eckermann.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Henrik-von-Eckermann.jpg 799w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Henrik-von-Eckermann-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Henrik-von-Eckermann-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Henrik Von Eckermann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Kevin-Staut.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Kevin-Staut.jpg 800w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Kevin-Staut-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Kevin-Staut-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kevin Staut<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Epaillard.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15019\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Epaillard.jpg 799w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Epaillard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Epaillard-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Julien Epaillard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-b814bceb\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Belgian Stars at the Starting Line<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Belgian fans can look forward to cheering on a strong home team. In addition to Pieter Devos and Gr\u00e9gory Wathelet, other top Belgian riders such as Wim Vermeir, Niels Bruynseels, J\u00e9r\u00f4me Guery, Rik Hemeryck, Nicola Philippaerts, Olivier Philippaerts, Thibeau Spits, Gilles Thomas, Jordy Van Massenhove, Koen Vereecke, and Jos Verlooy will also compete. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8ebca13e\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/niels-bruynseels-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/niels-bruynseels-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/niels-bruynseels-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/niels-bruynseels-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/niels-bruynseels.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Niels Bruynseels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/jumping-mechelen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/thomas-g-mech22r25082-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thomas Gilles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-24db4097\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Complete Rider List<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Katharina Rhomberg (AUT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wilm Vermeir (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Niels Bruynseels (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pieter Devos (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\u00e9r\u00f4me Guery (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rik Hemeryck (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nicola Philippaerts (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olivier Philippaerts (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thibeau Spits (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gilles Thomas (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jordy Van Massenhove (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Koen Vereecke (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jos Verlooy (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Katrin Eckermann (GER)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vince Jarmy (HUN)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deirdre Reilly (IRL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>David Simpson (IRL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lorenzo De Luca (ITA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vincent Bourguignon (MAR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willem Greve (NED)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gr\u00e9gory Wathelet (BEL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marlon Zanotelli (BRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laura Baaring Kjaergaard (DEN)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Julio Arias Cueva (ESP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Julien Anquetin (FRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Francois Xavier Boudant (FRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Julien Epaillard (FRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kevin Staut (FRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scott Brash (GBR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Donald Whitaker (GBR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sandra Auffarth (GER)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daniel Deusser (GER)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hans-Dieter Dreher (GER)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Harrie Smolders (NED)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victoria Gulliksen (NOR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rodrigo Almeida (POR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edouard Schmitz (SUI)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pius Schwizer (SUI)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Erika Lickhammer &#8211; Van Helmond (SWE)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Henrik Von Eckermann (SWE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-9b82e73c\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this impressive line-up, Jumping Mechelen promises to deliver another unforgettable edition. Make sure you\u2019re there!<br\/>The FEI Jumping World Cup presented by BMW has been sold out for quite some time. 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For over 40 years, this iconic event has been a cornerstone of international equestrian sport. 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