A last-minute gift that really makes a splash: the SLF Christmas Auction returns with an exclusive lineup of promising young horses and proven ridden jumpers.
Axelle Red van het Lambroeck: Ermitage Kalone x Diamant de Semily, foaled 2023.
This holiday season, give something truly extraordinary to a loved one—or spoil yourself—with the potential to become a future or current showjumping sensation. The SLF Christmas Auction (https://www.slf.auction/en/collections) brings a festive, competitive selection of high-quality young talents and seasoned jumpers, available to bid on just in time for the holidays.
The auction unfolds in two categories:
- Young Talents: Bids open December 20–22
- Ridden Horses: Bids open December 20–23
Whether you’re a professional rider, an ambitious amateur, or someone who loves supporting the sport, the SLF Christmas Auction offers a rare chance to find a unique equestrian gift—one wrapped in bloodlines, potential, and a bright future.
A trusted source for showjumping talent
Champions Music Z: Chianti’s Champion x Emerald van ‘t Ruytershof, born 2020.
Founded by Dutch Olympian Harrie Smolders, breeder and rider Walter Lelie, and renowned dealer Niels Fabrie, the SLF Auction has become a premier destination for acquiring top-tier jumping horses, foals, and embryos. Every collection is curated with a simple motto: “Only the Best of the Best for the SLF Auction.” If there’s no quality, there’s no auction.
Their online platform, www.slf.auction, makes it easy for buyers worldwide to discover exceptional horses backed by expertise, transparency, and vision. With regular auctions throughout the year, SLF supports the sport at every level—from proven competitors to future stars.
A collection full of possibilities
Texas van ‘t Ruytershof: Chacfly PS x Comme Il Faut, born 2019.
“This collection again delivers quality across the board, from exciting young talents to established competition horses,” says co-founder Walter Lelie. “There’s notable diversity in type and rideability, making this edition especially appealing to the American market and ambitious amateurs.”
Lelie highlights the strength of the free-jumping group in particular: “We believe the very best horses of their age are included in this auction. All the well-known bloodlines are represented, and each horse has been matched to suit the right rider or program.”
Past SLF auctions have already yielded success stories like My Lady van de Krekel (ridden by Philip McGuane), Eye of a Tiger (Eveline Putters), Simba de Vink (Evan Collucho), and Day Dream (Anni Roslin).
The gift of a future champion
SLF’s Christmas collection isn’t just a celebration of breeding and sport—it’s an opportunity to invest in a meaningful, memorable present that could shape a rider’s career. Every horse undergoes a veterinary check, comes with full video coverage, and is accompanied by detailed descriptions to give online buyers complete confidence.
Searching for a last-minute Christmas present with real impact? Consider the gift of horsepower. Explore the full collection and register to bid at www.slf.auction (https://www.slf.auction/en/collections).
