Nixon van't Meulenhof

Nixon van’t Meulenhof (born 2013) is a powerful chestnut BWP stallion who is widely considered one of the most exciting jumping talents in Europe today. Standing as the half-brother to the legendary Emerald van’t Ruytershof, Nixon has spent the last few years proving that he is not just a "sibling" to a superstar, but a world-class athlete and sire in his own right.

As of March 2026, he is a staple of the Belgian National Team’s radar and a flagship stallion for Eurohorse (Team Verlooy).

2026 Sport Update: The Grand Prix Leap

Currently 13 years old, Nixon has fully matured into a seasoned 5* Grand Prix campaigner under Jos Verlooy.

• Current Form: In early March 2026, he has been competing at the Andalucía Sunshine Tour in Vejer de la Frontera, Spain. He remains a top contender for Longines Ranking classes, recently jumping clear in several 1.45m–1.55m technical tracks.

• Championship Ambitions: After a strong 2024 and 2025 season (including appearances at major venues like the Dublin Horse Show), he is being aimed at the 2026 European Championships as a key horse for the Belgian squad.

• Style: He is known for his incredible "scopey" jump and a massive, powerful hindleg—traits he shares with his famous brother, Emerald, but with a slightly more "compact" and powerful frame.