Ti Amore Van De Doornhaag

"Bred for the Big Time: Ti Amore van de Doornhaag’s Rise Through the Ranks"

Every so often, a young mare steps into the international ring and brings with her the promise of both talent and tradition. Ti Amore van de Doornhaag is that mare. Born in 2019 and already competing consistently at 1.30m level, she represents one of the most commercially powerful and sport-proven families in the BWP studbook. Her type, her class, and her composure are all unmistakable, this is a mare that’s going somewhere.

Pedigree Breakdown: Ti Amore is sired by Emerald van 't Ruytershof, whose legacy as a producer continues to redefine modern breeding. Emerald, a son of Diamant de Semilly out of a Carthago mare, brings together two of the most reliable jumping lines in history. His offspring inherit scope, balance, and courage, and Ti Amore is no exception.

The dam side is where Ti Amore’s story deepens. Her mother, Beauty van de Doornhaag, is by Toulon (Heartbreaker x Jokinal de Bornival) another 1.60m stallion known for elegance, elasticity, and modern scope. Beauty has already produced multiple 1.40m+ offspring including Parodie (1.40m), Quandiamo (1.45m), and Nabisco (1.50m). Ti Amore’s maternal siblings are high-level competitors, proving the depth of the line.

Further back, her second dam Nikky descends from Lys de Darmen, one of Belgium’s greatest foundation sires. This damline has produced dozens of international jumpers, including Kyra (1.50m), Liberty (1.50m), and Inchala (1.45m). The family is known for producing rideable mares with commercial appeal and reliable mechanics.

Results / Palmares Summary: At only six years old, Ti Amore has already built a competitive record that speaks volumes. Under Madison Heath and Jason Foley, she has jumped multiple CSIYH1* tours at Oliva and Opglabbeek, delivering clear rounds at 1.25m–1.30m with style and maturity.

She was a standout at the 2024 World Championships for Young Horses in Lanaken, delivering a clear in both qualifiers and a strong performance in the 1.35m final. Her early national rounds in Ireland also show a trend of consistent clears across the Irish Breeders Classic and Cavan Winter Festival.

In 2025, she has continued her upward trajectory, producing multiple 0/0 rounds and prize-winning performances across Spanish and Belgian circuits. Her rhythm, accuracy, and scope have impressed in technical tracks, and her results show both a clear record and a mental steadiness rarely seen at this age.

What Makes This Horse Special: Ti Amore van de Doornhaag is a rare combination of blood, brain, and balance. She’s sharp off the ground, light in the hand, and incredibly focused on the job. She never feels rushed or reactive, just responsive and thoughtful.

She brings that signature Emerald power in the canter and that Toulon-style jump: elastic, correct, and scopey without being wasteful. Riders consistently praise her balance and her ability to stay in the rhythm regardless of the course.

She’s a mare that shows up to win but doesn’t burn hot. You can take her to the biggest rings in Europe, and she handles the pressure with the poise of an older horse. She’s also simple in the stable, straightforward to manage, and gives every impression of being a long-term partner.

She would suit a junior or amateur rider in a program, a professional looking for a competitive six-year-old to develop, or a breeder wanting to bring commercial international type into their program.

Closing Thoughts: Ti Amore van de Doornhaag is not just another young mare, she’s a member of a dynasty. With her results, rideability, and genetic horsepower, she’s poised to be a serious player in the sport and a cornerstone in the breeding shed. For those who value elegance and edge in equal measure, this is a mare that delivers both, beautifully.