‘He leaves an indelible mark on our hearts’: teenage gelding and ‘true champion’ bows out aged 16

Jos Verlooy and Igor, who has been retired at the age of 16. — Belgian showjumper Jos Verlooy riding Igor at the London International Horse Show in 2022. Igor has been retired at the age of 16.

Belgian showjumper Jos Verlooy’s tremendous partner Igor, with whom he competed successfully at the highest level, including winning a brace of championship medals, has been retired at the age of 16. The charismatic Igor (Emerald x Nabab De Reve) has thrilled the crowds with Jos Verlooy over the past seven years. Announcing the powerful chestnut’s […]