Who is Ben Maher engaged?
Sophie Gracida
Ben is due to tie the knot with Sophie Gracida this month – and his winning Olympic ride Explosion W will also be present as they will be getting married at Ben’s Hertfordshire base. “I don’t know what was more pressure: this or getting married in two weeks,” laughed Ben immediately after the medal ceremony in Tokyo.
What breed is Ben Maher’s horse explosion?
KWPN gelding
Explosion W is a 12-year-old KWPN gelding by Chacco Blue, owned by Maher along with Charlotte Rossetter and Pamela Wright.
Where does Ben Mayer come from?
He has won many international Grand Prix, including the Olympia Grand Prix, the King George V Gold Cup at Hickstead and an FEI World Cup Qualifier Grand Prix at Wellington with various rides….Ben Maher.
| Ben Maher MBE | |
|---|---|
| Born | 30 January 1983 Enfield, Greater London, England |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 150 lb (68 kg) |
Where is mahers yard?
He now runs his global equestrian enterprise Ben Maher Stables and splits his time between his stables in Florida and Hertfordshire.
Who is Sophie gracida?
A determined and dedicated showjumper herself, in the last few years she has made her mark as a regular in the prize giving at some of the worlds most well known 2* shows on both sides of the Atlantic.
Who is Pamela Wright owner of Explosion W?
Poden Farms today confirmed the sale of Explosion W to Pamela Wright and Charlotte Rossetter. The sale comes after multiple offers and a series of negotiations headed up by owner Neil Moffitt, whose priority was to keep Explosion W with rider Ben Maher and under the British flag.
Is explosion WA gelding?
As his rider Ben Maher says, Explosion W is “a natural born winner”. The majestic 12-year-old gelding only really blasted on to the five-star showjumping scene as recently as 2018, but what a mighty impression he’s made. He’s one of a kind — abnormal even — and the closest you’ll find to a jumping machine.
How old is Ben Mayer?
Ben Mayer, a successful interior designer for casinos and theaters by profession, and a remarkably accomplished amateur astronomer in his off-duty hours who uniquely photographed an exploding star with equipment he invented, has died. He was 74.
Is Ben Mayer jumper married?
Kathleen BakerBen Maher / Spouse (m. 2009–2011)
What bridle does Ben Maher use?
He chooses Equipe for all his horses and his recent wins with Tripple X go to show that a correctly fitting saddle from this premium Italian brand gives him the edge over his competitors.
How old is the horse Explosion W?
12-year-old
As his rider Ben Maher says, Explosion W is “a natural born winner”. The majestic 12-year-old gelding only really blasted on to the five-star showjumping scene as recently as 2018, but what a mighty impression he’s made. He’s one of a kind — abnormal even — and the closest you’ll find to a jumping machine.
What does the W stand for in Explosion W?
Explosion W has been sold to Pamela Wright and Charlotte Rossetter, who keeps the 10-year-old gelding for Ben Maher to ride. Photo © Jenny Abrahamsson for World of Showjumping. Poden Farms has today announced the sale of Ben Maher’s extraordinary partner Explosion W (Chacco-Blue x Baloubet du Rouet).