Daniel Meech
Born in New Zealand, Daniel spent his formative years learning, training and successfully competing on home soil. At the age of 20 Daniel made the bold move to Europe to further his skill base at the renowned stables of “Stal Hendrix” in Baarlo by being trained by Dutch European showjumping champion Emile Hendrix. After this valuable experience, Daniel started as a rider for the worldwide known Schockemöhle stable owned by entrepeneur and horseman Paul Schockemöhle (PS). Here Daniel honed his skills and became international recognized on the international show circuit amassing some major wins while riding PS owned horses. From his time at these stables, Daniel then went out on his own, building upon everything that had taken place before. Daniel had several worldwide riding partnerships with horses and owners which led to many years of success and wins at 5* shows. Highlights include World Championships, Olympic Games, 1st place in the 5* Kuala Lumpur Championships, 1st place in the 4* Munich Championships and a 12th place Athens Olympics – (to date the most successful New Zealand showjumping Olympic rider). Nowadays, Daniel runs a stable of horses located in the south of The Netherlands, where he focuses on his core business – producing and selling horses from young stock right through to established competition horses jumping at the highest level. Key Results: - Abu Dhabi 5* Nations Cup win upon “Cinca” 2020; - Participating at The 2021 Tokyo Olympics as an individual as well as part of the New Zealand national team. - Abu Dhabi 5* Nations Cup win aboard “Fine” 2018 - Tryon World Equestrian Games aboard “Fine” 2018; - National showjumping champion of New Zealand 2010; - Qualified for Beijing Olympic Games 2008 (Unfortunately he could not compete due to injury); - Winner of the Munich 4* Grand Prix 2008; - Winner of the Kuala Lumpur Grand Prix 2004, attended by the best 30 riders in the world; - Ranked 12th in Athens Olympic Games 2004; - Winner of the Caen 4* Grand Prix 2003; - Participates at the Atlanta Olympic Games 1996; - National showjumping champion of New Zealand 1995; - National “Young riders” showjumping champion of New Zealand 1994.
