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Toyota World Cup fever hits Kyalami Park Club

The 2026 Toyota World Cup Qualifier has kicked off, and show jumpers are ready to share the equestrian experience.

Another season of equestrian excellence officially commenced on May 28.


The 2026 Toyota World Cup Qualifier kicked off the first of four days at the Kyalami Park Club. The world cup qualifier is set to take place from May 28 to May 31 with show jumpers competing for the title.

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The first day saw riders competing in the 1.30m, 1.35m, and 1.40m classes, all in an effort to prepare them for the 1.50m class, set to take part on the last day of the show. Show jumpers of different ages and genders all gathered at the show, giving it their all to quality to go international.

Ashlee Taylor. Photo: Zanele Mfaba

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One of the young show jumpers, competing in the 1.30m and 1.35m jumps, Ashlee Taylor, explained how the first day of the show went. “I’ve been doing very well for the first day, and it’s so lovely to see so many horses and other riders. The atmosphere is just great and everyone is in a good mood.


“I’m also looking forward to what the rest of the three days has for me, so yeah, it’s exciting.”

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The Toyota World Cup Qualifier is the second of four qualifier competitions, with the first, the Toyota Easter Festival, already having taken place, and the other two yet to come. Toyota has dedicated itself to bring lovers of this sport quality equestrian experiences.

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