BY JEAN LLEWELLYN / PRESS RELEASE
PHOTOGRAPHY: SHAWN MCMILLEN PHOTOGRAPHY

From a promising foal discovered at the Limburg Foal Auction to a KWPN-approved stallion and international show jumper, A-Lister/formerly Newmarket VM (2017: Chacoon Blue x Numero Uno) has enjoyed an impressive journey.

Now making his mark in the American hunter ring, the eight-year-old son of Chacoon Blue recently celebrated a major championship victory, demonstrating the versatility and exceptional talent first recognised by Stal Hendrix.
Bred by Paul van Montfort, A-Lister was purchased as a foal by Stal Hendrix and Redfield Farm after catching their attention at the Limburg Foal Auction. His potential was further recognised during the KWPN stallion approval process, where he achieved an impressive score of 83.5 points, with Team Nijhof subsequently joining the ownership partnership.
A-Lister began his early development at Team Nijhof, impressing in young horse and stallion competitions under Kars Bonhof and Fabiënne Lichtenvoort Cats. In the autumn of 2025, the striking bay was partnered with Stal Hendrix rider Lisa Nooren Garofalo, with whom he successfully progressed to international 1m45 level, demonstrating the scope, athleticism and quality that had been evident from an early age...

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