Rolf-Göran Bengtsson: State champion crowned again in Schleswig-Holstein!
The state championships took place in Bad Segeberg on September 15th, 2025, with outstanding performances in dressage and jumping.

Rolf-Göran Bengtsson: State champion crowned again in Schleswig-Holstein!
On Sunday, September 15, 2025, the state championships took place in Bad Segeberg, which extended over an exciting weekend. From Thursday, September 11th, to Sunday, riders from Schleswig-Holstein showed off their skills in various disciplines in a top-class competition that offered everything an equestrian heart could desire. The results were shown live equi-score.com provided.
The competition was a true celebration for all horse fans. The participants gave their all on the course and in the arena and left the spectators amazed. Particularly noteworthy is the Schleswig-Holstein Grand Prix, which Rolf-Göran Bengtsson from Itzehoe won. With his Holsteiner Caillan, he covered the route in an impressive 46.92 seconds and thus secured the gold medal. Simon Heineke followed him with his Cascadello I daughter Cascadella and secured the silver medal, while Claas Christoph Gröpper took the bronze medal with Carlchen S., like spring-reiter.de reported.
The new champions in the age groups
But it wasn't just the big boys who shined at the tournament. New champions were also crowned in the different age groups. In the **Children** category, Justus Thomsen from RuFV Südtondern e.V. Leck won gold with his Holsteiner Clooney. Silver went to Amy Carlotta Reinfandt with her Oldenburg gelding Lydago and bronze went to Julie Czwalina, who came in third with Holsteiner Costino.
In the **Junior** category, June Karlinder and her Oldenburg mare Botakara OLD prevailed and received gold. Vieca Sofie Bade won silver with Chades of Gray and Moritz von Hessen secured bronze with Con-Tiki. In the **Young Rider/U25** category, Joost Sievers and Hannoveraner Condor from RuFV Husberg u. Umg. e.V. became champion, followed by Lotta Gellhorn and Tjade Carstensen in silver and bronze places.
The **women** of the tournament also offered exciting competitions. Miriam Schneider triumphed with her Holstein gray mare Querida and won gold. Teike Friedrichsen took silver with Kasanga VA, while Laura Jane Hackbarth won the bronze medal with her Holsteiner gelding Clash CHB.
A look at the exams
The national championships were not only the highlights for the elite, but also for many young talents. The tests stretched over several days, starting with the Youngster Tour up to the demanding S class jumping tests. Some of the exciting events included the evaluations in the categories of young riders, ladies or even a team jumping event that captivated everyone.
The national championships in various categories for dressage and jumping started at 8 a.m. on Sunday morning. From 12:30 p.m. the championship ceremonies for dressage and jumping took place, a highlight for all participants. The results of these championships were published on major platforms, with more information available at spring-reiter.de and equi-score.com are available.
Overall, the state tournament in Bad Segeberg was a fantastic event that allowed enthusiasm for equestrian sports to flourish again. The coming season will also bring many exciting competitions - the anticipation is great!