Kartel's Emerald

Biography

Kartel’s Emerald is a modern showjumping stallion of exceptional pedigree, combining elite performance genetics with contemporary sport horse type. He gained early recognition as a Siegerhengst (Champion Stallion), highlighting his outstanding conformation, athleticism, and breeding potential. Kartel’s Emerald is sired by the legendary Emerald van’t Ruytershof, one of the world’s most influential jumping sires and an Olympic-level performer. Emerald enjoyed a highly successful international career with Harrie Smolders, including Nations Cup victories, World Cup success, and participation at the Olympic Games before retiring to stud in 2019. The sire line brings proven 1.60m performance genetics, while the dam line reinforces power, technique, and rideability. His dam Bella Donna (by Baldini II) competed successfully at 1.60m level, underlining the depth of performance on the maternal side. Kartel’s Emerald represents a carefully constructed pedigree combining: - Emerald van’t Ruytershof (Olympic-level sire, global top producer) - Diamant de Semilly (World Champion sire of jumpers) - Carthago and Calido I influences for scope and elasticity This genetic combination positions Kartel’s Emerald as a next-generation breeding stallion, blending proven championship bloodlines with modern sport horse refinement.