Emile Faurie competing at Vidauban, France in his brand new Revelation Dressage Saddle from the Albion Couture House!

Emile Faurie, Albion's sponsored dressage star, had a victorious weekend at the CDI*** Biarritz, France (20-23 October 2011), riding Elmegardens Marquis (Max), a talented 12 year old, bay gelding, owned by Mrs Joanne Vaughan.

Not only was Faurie the top-placed British rider at the competition, but he came a very close 2nd in the Grand Prix on Friday, with a score of 69.38%. On Saturday, the duo surpassed themselves and were the clear winners of the Special with a spectacular 70.07%!

Congratulations to Emile and Max for their achievements at Biarritz!

A historic victory for Team GBR as the quartet win the first British gold medal at the FEI European Dressage Championships in Rotterdam, 17-21 August 2011.

The team's final score of 238.678 set a new European record, a full 12 points ahead of the Germans who won silver and the Netherlands bronze.

Albion's sponsored riders Laura Bechtolsheimer, Emile Faurie and Hans Peter Minderhoud gave spectacular performances throughout the competition.

Emile and Elmegardens Marquis set the tone on day one of the team Grand Prix with an impressive score of 70.426%. The combination went on to finish in 21st place in the Grand Prix Special.

As well as team gold, Laura B and Mistral Hojris claimed individual bronze in the Grand Prix Special, took 4th place in the Grand Prix Kur to Music on an excellent score of 83.018%, and finished 5th in the Grand Prix.

"He was very flighty in there and too bothered by the noise which pushed him over the edge. I felt like a small blonde girl on a big ginger horse, rather than the harmonious picture we usually go for!" joked Laura. "Still I don't think I can be too upset, this is still fairly indescribable."

Hans Peter and Nadine (representing the Netherlands) scored 76.589% in the Grand Prix Kur to Music to earn them 11th place.  The pair went on to finish 14th in the Grand Prix Special and 15th in the Grand Prix.

Albion thoroughly enjoyed meeting our existing Dutch customers and welcoming many new friends from around the world onto the stand in the shopping village.

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Brits on Top Form...

Three cheers for the GBR Eventing team who won gold in the CIC3* and the Dressage team who finished 2nd in the Nations Cup in Aachen, Germany (13-17th July 2011).

Six of Albion's sponsored riders took part in the event, producing wonderful performances which exceeded all expectations.

In the Eventing:

William Fox-Pitt finished clear in both the cross-country and show jumping earning him an Individual 3rd.

Albion's sponsored riders dominated the Dressage leaderboard:

Hans Peter Minderhoud won the Grand Prix Kur to Music CDI riding Nadine, closely followed by Laura Bechtolsheimer and Andretti H in 2nd place on a score of 74.975 and Anabel Balkenhol in 4th position with Rubins Royal.

Hans Peter and Vivaldi finished 4th in both the Prix St Georges and Intermediaire I.  Hans Peter continued with his success to claim 3rd place with Nadine in the Grand Prix CDI with Laura B and Andretti H hot on his heels in 4th position with a mere 0.447 difference between them.  Not far behind was Beli Balkenhol lying in 7th position with Rubins Royal.

Laura B and Mistral Hojris claimed 2nd place in the Grand Prix CDIO on an impressive score of 80.596.  The combination continued to stay on top form, finishing 4th in both the Grand Prix Special CDIO and the Grand Prix Kur to Music CDIO. 

Hans Peter and Tango came 11th with a score of 74.075 in the Grand Prix Kur to Music CDIO and 12th in both the Grand Prix CDIO and Grand Prix Special CDIO. 

Guenter Seidel and UII gained 17th position in the Grand Prix CDIO and finished 19th in the Grand Prix Special CDIO.

Emile Faurie and Elmegardens Marquis performed well, scoring 70.725 in the Grand Prix Kur to Music CDIO to land them in 14th.  The pair also claimed 14th position in the Grand Prix Special CDIO and were placed 27th in the Grand Prix CDIO. 

Massive congratulations to all of our sponsored riders. 

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Have a look at the July issue of Horse and Rider to find out more on 'The key to consistency' as Albion's sponsored rider and top dressage rider / trainer Emile Faurie reveals his secerets to successful competing and how to 'turn any horse into a show-ring superstar'...

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The British Equestrian Federation has announced the British Team to compete at Aachen next week.

Two of Albion's sponsored riders Laura Bechtolsheimer and Emile Faurie will be representing Great Britain.

Laura will be riding Mistral Hojris (Danish Warmblood gelding by Michellino) and Emile will be taking Elmegardens Marquis (also by Michellino).

We wish them both the very best of luck.

Congratulations to Emile Faurie and Elmegardens Marquis who produced an excellent test in the Grand Prix Special on a score of 69.660% at Fritzens CDI4*, Austria.

The combination went on to finish 3rd on a score of 73.479% in the Grand Prix Special.

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The Emile Faurie Foundation is holding a Midsummer Garden Party on Sunday 26th June from 3pm - 7pm at Bull Farm, Glassenbury Road, Near Cranbrook, Kent.

The afternoon consists of dressage displays, a guest appearance, an auction of promises and buffet....

Tickets cost £20.00 and children are half price. Cheques payable to The Emile Faurie Foundation and sent to: 3 South Cotts, Harley Lane, Heathfield. TN21 8AG

For more information please call 01435 866766

Albion's sponsored rider Emile Faurie and Elmegardens Marquis produced a great performance in Lingen over the weekend.

Emile and Elmegardens Marquis finished 19th in the Grand Prix for Special with a score of 65.362.

Well done Emile.

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Albion's sponsored rider Emile Faurie and Elmegardens Marquis produced two impressive performances in both the Grand Prix for Special and the Grand Prix Special.

Emile finished 12th in the Grand Prix for Special with a score of 69.702% and 12th in the Grand Prix Special with a score of 69.979%.

What a great result, well done Emile.

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Emile Faurie and Elmegardens Marquis produce another excellent performance in the Grand Prix for Special with a score of 68.723 finishing 6th and the Grand Prix Special with a score of 67.917 finishing 7th.

Well done Emile.

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The Emile Faurie Foundation has become the new independent partner for the British Horse Society.

Albion's sponsored rider Emile Faurie stated that he is delighted with this partnership. The foundation was put in place to help disadvantaged young people who are keen in equestrian both riding and care.

Both the Emile Faurie Foundation and BHS aims are to help and achieve the highest possible and with this partnership it is believed that they will be able to help and achieve more than either of them can do alone.

BHS Chairman Dr Phil Wadey said: “The Trustees are very pleased indeed that the highly respected Emile Faurie Foundation has become our latest Independent Partner. The Foundation’s aim — to show children how enjoyable and fulfilling equine sports and careers can be, and to help them follow their dreams whilst developing personal and social skills along the way — is one with which the BHS associates itself closely.”

We look forward to seeing the progress and difference this partnership can offer.

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A great performance by Albion's sponsored rider Emile Faurie and Elmegardens Marquis in the Dressage Grand Prix at Olympia yesterday finishing 12th with a score of 64.000%

Well done Emile.

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Albion's sponsored rider Emile Faurie gives a lecture demonstration at Reaseheath College, Cheshire on the 9th December 2010.

Emile Faurie and Lusigando produced a great performance at CDI Saumur finishing 10th in the Grand prix with a final score of 64.383% qualifying for the Grand Prix Kur to Music, where they finished 5th with a fantastic final score of 69.150%.

Well done Emile.

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Albion's sponsored rider Emile Faurie & Samba Hit III will be providing a live lecture demo on Saturday 22 May at 6:30pm at the International Arena, Myerscough.