of the champions
We are deeply grateful for your partnership and support.
With heartfelt gratitude, we thank you for standing with us.
What makes the Brussels Stephex Masters so special is not only the world-class sport, but the people who bring it to life. Our riders, our partners, our visitors, and our team. Year after year, your trust inspires us to dream bigger, to refine every detail, and to create an atmosphere where sport, style, and community meet.
In 2025, Brussels once again became the stage where legends rose and new stories were written. The thrill of the Rolex Grand Prix presented by Audi reminded us why we do this: to celebrate excellence, courage, and the bond between horse and rider in front of an audience that shares our passion.
On behalf of the entire Stephex Events team, I want to thank you for being part of this journey. Your support is not just appreciated, it is the foundation of everything we build. Together, we are not only shaping an event; we are shaping memories that will last a lifetime.
Let’s continue writing this story, together.
Stephan Conter
- CEO, Stephex Group
Nina Mallevaey
WINNER OF THE CSIO 5* ROLEX GRAND PRIX PRESENTED BY AUDI 2025
PRESENTED BY
Arnaud Reverdin, GENERAL MANAGER
ROLEX BENELUX
PRESENTED BY Emanuele Bolacchi, DIRECTOR AUDI IMPORT
Nina Mallevaey crowned true Master of the Brussels Stephex Masters
Nina Mallevaey crowned her breakthrough at the CSIO5* Rolex Grand Prix, presented by Audi, with a career-defining victory at the Brussels Stephex Masters. The 25-year-old French rider, already triumphant with Les Bleus in Friday’s Nations Cup, delivered the fastest double clear aboard Dynastie de Beaufour to secure her first 5* Grand Prix.
Currently world number one in the U25 ranking, Mallevaey began her international career thanks to organiser Stephan Conter, who enabled her to train under Eric Lamaze. Fittingly, her first appearance for Lamaze was at this show at CSI3* level; four years later, she returned as overall champion.
More than 14,500 spectators witnessed this record-breaking edition. Conter praised the mix of youth and experience on the podium: “What a breakthrough performance from Nina against two established names!”
“No words can describe this feeling. To win my first 5* Grand Prix here in Brussels is a dream come true.”
Nina Mallevaey
Gerrit Nieberg
BEST 5* RIDER WINS A STX 2 HORSETRUCK FOR A YEAR
PRESENTED BY Tom Kerkhofs , STEPHEX HORSETRUCKS SALES DIRECTOR
Dimme D’Haese
BEST 3* RIDER WINS A
STX 2 HORSE TRUCK FOR A YEAR
PRESENTED BY Tom Kerkhofs , STEPHEX HORSETRUCKS SALES DIRECTOR
Thierry Goffinet
BEST 2* RIDER WINS A
€5.000 VOUCHER
PRESENTED BY Tom Kerkhofs , STEPHEX HORSETRUCKS SALES DIRECTOR
BEST 1* RIDER WINS A STX TACKBOX
PRESENTED BY Tom Kerkhofs , STEPHEX HORSETRUCKS SALES DIRECTOR
Chloe Hoste
Carlos Hank Guerreiro Mexico
Michael Duffy Ireland
Jerome Guery
Belgium
Christian Ahlmann
Pieter Devos
Jos Verlooy
Piergiorgio Bucci Germany
Belgium
Belgium Italy
“A great athlete is only as good as the team that stands beside them.”
Seppe Wouters
Rachel Penner
Valentina Dahmen Belgium USA Netherlands
Valentina Arenas Saravia
Jayvin Gerritsen Guatemala Netherlands
Aisling Byrne
Younes Mohamed Yakoub Ferradj Ireland
Algeria s
United Kingdom s
WINNER OF THE CSIO5* 1M50
COMPETITION ON THURSDAY
PRESENTED BY EQUIHOME
United Kingdom s
WINNER OF THE CSIO5* 1M50
COMPETITION ON SATURDAY
PRESENTED BY AUDI
Ben Maher
Ben Maher
Kendra Clarica Brinkop
Emilie Conter
Zoe Conter s
s Petronella Andersson
s Dennis Johansson
Daniel Deusser
Unforgettable Entertainment at the Brussels Stephex Masters
The Brussels Stephex Masters 2025 offered a week filled with world-class sport and spectacular entertainment, creating lasting memories for visitors of all ages.
A breathtaking new drone show illuminated the Brussels sky, captivating the crowd with dazzling lights and formations that added a futuristic touch to the event’s signature magic. Alongside the top sport, the VIP experience was elevated with dancers, surprise performances, and live music, ensuring guests were continuously immersed in a festive atmosphere.
The opening day once again featured the beloved Kids Day, transforming the showgrounds into a family wonderland. Children enjoyed pony rides, bouncing castles, stickhorse competitions, and a vibrant play garden, making it an unforgettable experience for the youngest fans.
With its unique combination of showjumping, spectacular shows, and family fun, the Brussels Stephex Masters 2025 confirmed its place as one of Europe’s most extraordinary equestrian events, a true celebration of sport and entertainment.
Marvellous HOSPITALITY
Winners Suite s
Champions Lounge s
Unique MERCHANDISE
sTeam Mexico
Chef d’Equipe - Mark Laskin
Carlos Hank Guerreiro
Fernando Martinez Sommer
Federico Fernandez
Andres Azcarraga
Team Brazil s
Chef d’Equipe - Piet Raijmakers
João Victor Castro Aguiar Gomes De Lima
Luciana Diniz
Eduardo Pereira De Menezes
Stephan de Freitas Barcha
sTeam Great Britain
Chef
d’Equipe - Di Lampard
Harry Charles
Robert Whitaker
Sienna Charles
Scott Brash
France’s Young Stars Shine in the Henders & Hazel Nations Cup presented by STX Finance
France proved untouchable in the CSIO5* Henders & Hazel Nations Cup presented by STX Finance . With just 4 penalties, they claimed a convincing victory ahead of Belgium on 9 and last year’s winners Switzerland on 12.
The French team combined youth and experience. Nina Mallevaey (Dynastie de Beaufour) and Antoine Ermann (Floyd des Pres) both delivered double clears, while Jeanne Sadran (Dexter de Kerglenn) only lowered one rail in the second round. With anchor Roger Yves Bost adding his trademark stability, France supplied two of the evening’s five double clear performances. Chef d’Équipe Edouard Couperie pointed to the team’s recent European Championship as decisive: “The horses have the quality, the riders the talent and now also the experience. In Brussels, they were rewarded for it.”
For Belgium, the afternoon began dramatically when Pieter Devos (Casual DV Z) was eliminated after two refusals. Still, the European Champions staged a remarkable comeback. Gilles Thomas (Ermitage Kalone), Thibeau Spits (Impress-K Van’t Kattenheye Z) and Grégory Wathelet (Bond Jamesbond de Hay) carried the team from seventh after the first round to a strong second place finish. “We have to admit that France was outstanding. They deserved the win,” admitted Spits. Wathelet emphasized Belgium’s depth: “We finished second with just three riders, while the chef d’équipe still has strong combinations waiting in the wings.”
For Henders & Hazel and STX Finance, the Nations Cup once again highlighted why this historic team competition remains the ultimate showcase of national pride and sporting drama.
Team France
Chef d’Equipe - Edouard Couperie
sNina JeanneMallevaey Sadran
Antoine Ermann
Roger Yves Bost
Team Germany
sChef d’Equipe Otto Becker
Christian Kukuk
Gerrit Nieberg
Daniel Deusser
Christian Ahlmann
Team Switzerland
sChef d’Equipe - Peter Van der Waaij
Nadja Peter Steiner
Jason Smith
Janika Sprunger
Steve Guerdat
sTeam United Arab Emirates
Chef d’Equipe - William Funnell
Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi
Abdullah Humaid Al Muhairi
Humaid Abdulla Khalifa Al Muhairi
Abdullah Mohd Al Marri
sTeam Ireland
Chef d’Equipe - Michael Blake
Bertram Allen
Trevor Breen
Max Wachman
Billy Twomey
sTeam Sweden
Chef d’Equipe - Henrik Ankarcrona
Jens Fredricson
Petronella
Angelie
Andersson
Von Essen
Wilma Hellström
sTeam Belgium
Chef d’Equipe - Peter Weinberg
Pieter Devos
Gilles Thomas
Thibeau Spits
Gregory Wathelet
Stephex Exclusive Breeding collection AUCTION
Unlimited Pommex Z shines as top-seller at the Stephex Exclusive Breeding Collection Auction
The 2025 Stephex Exclusive Breeding Collection Auction once again set a benchmark for excellence in sport horse breeding. Breeders, riders and investors from across the world joined in Wolvertem and online, united by the promise of future champions.
Unlimited Pommex Z (United Touch S x Emerald), born from the exceptional Jeunesse van ’t Paradijs, emerged as the star of the evening. The dark bay filly was the auction’s top-seller at €180,000 and, to everyone’s delight, will remain in Belgium.
Another standout was Clin D’Oeil Pommex Z (Comme il Faut x Kannan), whose pedigree combines legendary performance bloodlines with a proven sport mare. She quickly became one of the most admired foals of the night.
In total, all 11 foals were sold, achieving a turnover of €730,000 and an average price of €66,363, a testament to the quality of the collection and the confidence of buyers worldwide.
“I want to share the genes of our very best mares with breeders, because that is where everything begins. With the Stephex breeding programme, retired champions continue to shape the future, ensuring Belgium remains the heart of the sport horse world. ”
Stephan Conter
Copyrights: Stéphane Candé, Bertille Fonteneau, Sportfot, Aisling Duffy
Luka Courtin, Febe Desmedt, Lily Stockmans