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To the equestrian world, Boyd needs no introduction
Fascinated by horses from the age of six, seven-time World Champion Boyd Exell’s path to international sporting greatness began in his native Australia. Today, based near Valkenswaard, he trains and competes at the very top of four-in-hand driving.
“I always go in aiming to be in the top three and get the best performance out of my horses.”Read Boyd’s story →
Perfect your craft at Boyd’s Valkenswaard base
Some of the finest facilities in Europe, open all year round, with a large indoor school, dressage arenas, a cones course and purpose-built obstacle courses – plus regular clinics across the UK, Europe and Australia.
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!!SOUND ON!!
The outdoor boys are very much enjoying their holiday - very well deserved rest after the season.
To win a world championship it takes a village, I would like to take the opportunity to thank all our sponsors for their continuous support and we hope we have done you proud!
Thankyou!
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It’s been a busy few days since Aachen, we are unpacked, the horses are enjoying the start of their holiday in the field and it is time for a few Thankyous!
@magicmillions @magicmillionspolo have been and continue to be a fantastic support to Team XL - Thankyou.
#teamxl #xlequestrian #boydexell #equestrianaustralia #australianequestrianteam
The cones course @aachen2026_official
#teamxl #xlequestrian
Team Australia bringing the goods - thanks to The Lawrence family and friends who carted this lot across the world! #TeamXL #australianequestrianteam #teamVDB
Behind the scenes at WEG opening ceremony!!
We had the pleasure of presenting the 2006 Aachen WEG winners at the opening ceremony last night, together with teammate Tor Van Den Berge, Elizabeth Lawrence, Wayne Van Niekerk, Taren Lester and Emma Olsson. A huge Team effort and we were honored to be part of it.
Can you name our guests and their discipline?
Photos and videos are from our team on the ground.
I woke this morning to the sad news of the passing of fellow carriage driver and Australian, Jodie McKeone.
Jodie was a determined horsewoman, and recently a passionate ambassador for para driving.
Jodie attended many driving clinics in Victoria and was a committed volunteer within the DVI team here in Europe - she will be missed
My sincere condolences to her family & friends
Vale Jodie McKeone
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It is exciting times for Team Australia ahead of Aachen, we competed at Rastede last week placing second in the Nations Cup and 2nd individually we are very happy with how the team is performing heading to the World Championships.
#teamxl #xlequestrian #boydxl #equestrianaustralia #australianequestrianteam
Marathon Obstacles for Rastede
#boydexell #teamxl #xlequestrian
Team XL turned out beautifully and passed veterinary inspection at CAIO 4* Rastede.
Start times and results link in bio.
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Focus on @flyingchangesbespokejackets
At the end of May, Preetha was delighted to participate in the annual Pinksterrit Drive – a well attended pleasure drive hosted by @chrvandenheuvel and Hippische Vereniging St. Servatius.
Preetha`s groom for the day Ciara Schubert wore our livery coat designed just last year for Team XL dressage competitions by Flying Changes Bespoke Jackets & Tailcoats. The design is lightweight, the fabric repels water and stains and is perfect for all weathers. The design process with Flying Changes was a great experience and with many options to choose from for our bespoke design. We are thrilled with the result and the turnout earned Ciara a prize for best newcomer and turnout.
If you would like to design your own livery coats for dressage or coaching or cones Flying Changes will help you at every step of the way.
#bespoke #flyingchanges
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📸 Victor Zieren Photography
