This afternoon, Patrik Kittel was awarded The Harmony & Fairness Award at Jumping Amsterdam. This marked the second time the prize was presented at the competition. The award is given to the combination that exudes the most harmony during their performance. The outcome was determined by the audience, who voted for their favorite. Kittel’s freestyle performance with Forever Young HRH earned a score of 82.560%.

‘Trust in Your Horse Is Essential in the Arena’

“I was very happy with my test today—it felt truly harmonious,” Kittel shared. “It’s incredible to have received the most votes from the audience. Harmony and fairness start long before you enter the arena; they begin in the stable, where you build a bond with your horse. It’s about trusting your horse and having your horse trust you in return. This connection is something you need when you step into the ring.”