"I can’t even put this into words,” world no. one Henrik von Eckermann said after he and the incredible King Edward had secured the victory in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final 2023 in Omaha, USA. "Having King Edward’s owner Georg Kähny and his wife here; it is fantastic that they could be part of this today. With my wife Janika and my team, this has been a goal for a long time, and that it goes our way – it is an unbelievable feeling. Every day, I am so thankful for what I have; we have to remember how quickly it all can change and appreciate every moment.”
With this photo special, we look back at Henrik and King Edward's victory as we say congratulations to their whole team at Cyor Stables!
All photos © Jenny Abrahamsson for World of Showjumping.
A man on a misson. "This week, I came in here and I really wanted to win it, but even with a horse like this you know it can easily go the other way. I am so happy for the horse that he wins this, because he really deserves this win," von Eckermann said.
After a rail down in Saturday's round one, the two jumped clear in round two, piling pressure on Pius Schwizer and Vancouver de Lanlore who were the last pair out.
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“I am so lucky to have him, and so thankful for Georg Kähny that we have been able to keep him and enjoy these fantastic moments together,” von Eckermann said about King Edward.
Henrik's groom Louise Barraud with King Edward.
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All about the team: Louise, King Edward, Janika, Henrik and Georg Kähny.
A dream come true: “I have not won this title before, and I used to go to Gothenburg as a child to watch the World Cup and it has always been a huge goal and a dream for me to have my name on that trophy, so for me this is very special,” von Eckermann said as he reflected on his victory.
The 2023 Omaha Champion: Henrik together with Harrie and Hunter!
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