Opatine van’t Zonneveld
Dieu Merci van T&L × Flamenco de Semilly × Quidam de Revel
Bred from a lineage rich in athleticism and heart, Opatine van’t Zonneveld represents the very best of modern sporthorse breeding.
Her sire, Dieu Merci van T&L, is a direct son of the legendary Toulon, one of the most influential modern sires in showjumping history, known for passing on scope, blood, and winning mentality. Dieu Merci competed at the highest international level: under Canadian rider Eric Lamaze, he placed 3rd in the CSI5 Grand Prix of Doha*, and later delivered double clear rounds in the Nations Cup of La Baule with Beth Underhill, helping Canada secure a podium finish. He is known for his athleticism, sharp reflexes, and bravery—all traits he consistently passes on to his offspring.
On the dam side, Opatine carries the strength and elasticity of Flamenco de Semilly and the timeless influence of Quidam de Revel—a damline responsible for multiple top-level performers up to 1.60m and 1.45m.
In the ring, Opatine was a fighter. Known for her explosive takeoff, classic bascule, and deep desire to give her all, she was consistently competitive in 1.45m ranking classes, and successfully stepped up to 1.50m level. She earned several placings in FEI ranking classes at the 1.45m level.
In 2025, following the onset of health issues, we didn’t hesitate—Opatine was immediately welcomed into our breeding program. With her combination of scope, blood, carefulness, and fighting spirit, it was clear she had everything we wanted to preserve for the next generation. We are proud to have her in our broodmare program, where she continues to inspire our vision for the future.
About
Results:
11/ 2022 5th place CSI ** 140
9/2022 10 th place CSI** 145 LR GP
9/2022 10 th place CSI** 145 LR
6/2022 9 th place CSI ** 135
Pedigree:
Mare 2014 Brown BWP 056002W00307200 | SBS 056007000D46334 Elite 2009 Brown 1.71 m Lic.: BWP 1.60m Jump. | BWP 056002W00163511 BWP_Ambassadeur, Stb. 1996 Dark brown 1.70 m Lic.: BWP, HOLST, SBS, SCSL, SF, SI-UNIRE 1.60m Jump. | KWPN 1989 1.60m Jump. |
BWP 1990 | |||
HOLST 276421000045801 2001 Dark brown 1.79 m | HOLST 1985 1.60m Jump. | ||
HOLST 1996 | |||
BWP 056002W00299544 VB 2011 Chestnut | SF 25000193056303T BWP_Ambassadeur 1993 Brown 1.70 m Lic.: BWP, RHEIN, SF, SI-UNIRE 1.60m Jump. | SF 1977 1.60m Jump. | |
SF 1982 | |||
SF 25000192197064Z 1992 Chestnut | SF 1982 1.60m Jump. | ||
SF 1970 |