iels Shines at Jumping Amsterdam with Outstanding Performances and Prix du Vainqueur
The Stal Bruynseels team enjoyed an exceptional weekend of top sport and consistency at Jumping Amsterdam, delivering a series of strong performances that culminated in the best overall score of the event and the prestigious Prix du Vainqueur, presented by Longines.
Throughout the CSI5*-W competition, Niels and his horses demonstrated precision, confidence, and competitiveness at the highest level, confirming their excellent form at the start of the indoor season.
Highlights from the Weekend
• Devidanga SWZ delivered two flawless rounds, finishing clear and placed in both 1.45m ranking classes, showcasing consistency and careful jumping.
• Delux van T&L impressed once again with a clear round and top-10 finish in Friday’s 1.50m De Telegraaf Prijs, before closing the weekend in style.
• Oaky Flandria produced a fantastic performance, jumping clear and securing a strong 6th place in her very first 5 1.60m class*, marking an important milestone in her career.
• To conclude an already outstanding weekend, Delux van T&L delivered a brilliant round to finish 3rd in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup, confirming his place among the top horses on the circuit.
Thanks to these consistent top results across multiple classes, Niels achieved the highest overall score of the event, earning him the Prix du Vainqueur presented by Longines — a special recognition of excellence, performance, and sportsmanship throughout the show.
A True Team Effort
Success at this level is never achieved alone. Niels would like to extend his sincere gratitude to his longtime horse groom Kéo, whose dedication, care, and attention to detail behind the scenes play a crucial role in every performance.
A heartfelt thank you also goes to all partners and sponsors for their continued trust and support. Their commitment makes it possible to compete at the very highest level and to experience weekends like this one at Jumping Amsterdam.
With confidence high and the season well underway, Niels and his team now look ahead to the next competitions with great motivation.