Don Vhp Z

Born 2004 | Dark Chestnut Zangersheide | Approx. 1.76 m

Don VHP Z is a world-class international show jumping stallion whose combination of exceptional sport performance, remarkable scope and carefulness, and influential pedigree has made him a sought-after sire across global breeding programs. Exuding presence, power, and competitive consistency, he stands as an enduring example of modern jumping genetics and athletic capability.

Sport Performance & Competition Highlights

Don VHP Z’s competition résumé reflects elite performance at the highest levels of show jumping:

• Vice European Champion under rider Harrie Smolders, affirming his quality on the continental stage.
• Winner of major CSI5 Grand Prix classes*, including notable victories in the Global Champions Tour at Hamburg and Rome, and top placings in Paris and Doha.
• FEI Nations Cup Final winner in Barcelona, jumping double-clear to secure the team victory.
• Maintained an extraordinary ~86 % clear-round rate at 1.60 m level, a mark of his careful technique and reliability over difficult tracks.
• Qualified for both the World Cup Final and the Olympic squad (Rio 2016) with the Dutch team, and consistently placed in Global Champions Tour rankings.

Renowned for his scopey bascule, powerful hind end, and fault-free attitude, Don VHP Z combines precision with competitiveness — traits that made him a mainstay in international Grand Prix and Nations Cup competition for years.