Jean_Claude_VG.jpgInternational Jumping rider Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe (BEL / UKR), 46, passed away on Saturday 9 May while competing at an event in the Ukraine, where he had recently taken up residency.

Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe was widely known and respected on the international Jumping circuit, competing at the highest level.

His exceptional riding skills were first noted by his father Jacques, who not only provided him with suitable horses but, equally recognized the importance in investing in proper training by seeking the assistance of George Morris (USA), Henk Nooren (NED) and Gijs Van Heteren.

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