The Mediterranean Equestrian Tour in Oliva Nova, Spain, is in its 10th year and after a successful spring edition, as well as hosting the European Championships for children, juniors and young riders back in July, 2022 is being closed by the popular Autumn MET with nine weeks of shows between September and December. WoSJ made a quick stop at the Autumn MET I's second week to watch horses and riders compete under the Spanish sun.
First out, Jerome Guery – who came straight from his victory with the Belgian team at the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final to compete, as well as to support his family and students.
All photos © Jenny Abrahamsson for World of Showjumping.
Scott Brash; one of many top riders combining competing with training while at the Autumn MET.
The legendary Hugo Simon is still going strong, and was in Oliva to help Sergio Alvarez Moya.
Olympic Champion Ben Maher watching from the side-line.
Eduardo Alvarez Aznar is a regular visitor to Oliva.
Belgian Champions Nicola Philippaerts and H&M Luna Van'T Ruytershof Z.
Markus Beerbaum is in Oliva with students, and is also competing himself. Here with his stable jockey Lexi Stais.
Flatwork done.
A quiet moment before the action begins.
Time to trot up.
Cooling off in the autumn sun.
Seven lunging rings give the horses the possibility to stretch out without a rider on the back.
Playtime.
Meeting under the palm trees.
One of these moments.
A kiss while waiting.
Katharina Offel's Elien seemed pleased after a job well done.
Smiles all around.
Capturing every moment.
Ben Maher with Exit Remo, one of the latest additions to the Olympic Champion's string of horses.
Time to warm up.
Peter Charles with his daughter Scarlett on Cinca 3.
Sunrise over the main arena.
Close up.
Until next time!
Then