24/04/2026
π WINNER ANNOUNCED: EquiBreed ART - VDL Leading NZ Embryo Series 2025β2026 π
Huge congratulations to LT Holst Sport Horses for breeding this yearβs incredible embryo aka LT Holst Freda (LT Holst Andrea x Colman) ridden by the inspiring Julie Davey! π₯
From a "wee embryo" to 19th in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final in Texas, Freda is the definition of superstar breeding. Out of the Grand Prix international performer LT Holst Andrea, her embryonic daughter LT Holst Freda proves that vision and tenacity truly pay off.
The leading embryo series is an exciting competition of elite genetics β this year closely contested by LT Holst Freda and last yearβs winner Equine America Benrose Stellar.
The breeder of the leading embryo wins a service to a VDL stallion. We thank VDL Stud for supporting NZ breeders for 25 years with their sponsorship and prizes. Partnerships like this are the backbone of our success, allowing us to continue breeding the best to the best!
A special shoutout to her twin embryo, LT Holst Francis, also an accomplished jumper, further proving the power of this world-class line!
Final Standings:
π₯ LT Holst Freda β 135 pts
π₯ Equine America Benrose Stellar β 130 pts
Join us in celebrating this massive achievement for NZ breeding! π³πΏπ΄β¨
LT Holst Sporthorses
ESNZ Jumping & Show Hunter
VDL Stud
MVS EquiBreed
Nz Warmblood Association Inc
New Zealand Hanoverian Society
Photo credit Libby Law Photography - NZL
LT Holst Freda and Julie Davey in action: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1271242418540937