JENNY DUCOFFRE
THE much-loved international showjumping groom died on 21 May, aged 44.
Jenny was born in Germany, and went on to work at the highest levels of the sport. She was the long-standing groom of Belgian showjumper Jos Verlooy, and a respected figure on the circuit.
In 2019 Jenny won the Horse Health horsemastership trophy at Hickstead, given to the groom who most impressed the panel of judges with their standards of care. In 2023 she received the best groom award at the Indoor Friesland, in the Netherlands.
The equestrian community, of which Jenny was such a large part, remembers her as a “dear colleague and a true friend”.
A spokesperson for Jos said: “For over 10 years, Jenny devoted herself to the wellbeing of the horses and the successes of Jos Verlooy and Eurohorse. Her dedication, love for the horses and tireless efforts left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her. Her loss is deeply felt by us all.”
A spokesperson for the Longines Global Champions Tour paid tribute, describing Jenny as a “beloved member of our extended Global Champions family”.
“Jenny was a passionate and dedicated soul, whose love for horses and unwavering commitment to those she groomed for touched everyone around her. Our hearts go out to her family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing her,” they said.
“We will forever cherish the memories and the positive impact that she had on our sport. Rest in peace, Jenny. You will be deeply missed and always remembered.”
Online resource and community HorseGrooms has started an online memorial page, where anyone who would like to can share a memory of Jenny or leave a message for her family. Visit: horsegrooms.com
ARJEN TEEUWISSEN
THE Olympic medal-winning dressage rider died suddenly on 29 May, aged 53.
Arjen was born on 29 March 1971 in Mookers Middelaar, the Netherlands. He started riding from a young age, and in the early stages of his career he trained and worked for the former Dutch national team trainer Henk van Bergen.
Arjen stayed in the Netherlands until 1998, w
