TiES

The Thoroughbreds in Equestrian Sport programme (TiES) is proudly brought to you by New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing, and was established in 2014 to demonstrate the versatility of the breed and increase the uptake of retired racers into equestrian sports.  Thoroughbreds gain points in eligible classes across the season in the disciplines of eventing, dressage/para-dressage, show jumping, show hunter, and endurance and competitive trail riding (CTR).  The programme is funded by the 1% levy on stakes. 

TiES 2024-2025 Season Wrap-Up

TiES Series and Competitions are finished for 2024-2025 for Dressage, Jumping, Show Hunter and Endurance/CTR, with just a few events left for Eventing.

Here’s a look at the standout performers across the TiES divisions:

TiES Accumulator Series – Sponsored by NZTR

This series rewards consistency across the season, highlighting horses who have demonstrated skill and reliability.

  • Dressage Winner: L’homme du Jour (Fast ‘n’ Famous x Ididntdoit), ridden by Belinda Greenfield, earning 43 points.
  • Jumping Winner: De Silver Lining (Roc De Cambes x Courtney), ridden by Elyza McDonald, accumulating 102 points.
  • Show Hunter Winner: Brentwood Bravo (Shamoline Warrior x Scared Stiff), partnered with Vanna Johnston, earning 57 points.
  • Endurance Winner: Rubys Luck (Jimmy Choux x Madam Rouge), ridden by Christine Tidy, covering an impressive 315km this season.

TiES Best Performed – Sponsored by NZTR

Celebrating the horses who delivered exceptional performances across their respective disciplines, at Defender Horse of the Year and the National Three Day Championships.

  • Dressage: L’homme du Jour and Belinda Greenfield.
  • Jumping: Miss Eves (Indy King x Max Facta), ridden by Ava Johnston.
  • Show Hunter: Brentwood Bravo and Vanna Johnston.
  • Eventing 4*: Nemesis (Don Eduardo/Regal Mystery), and Carys McCrory
  • Eventing 3*: WS Empyrean (Bernardini x Slippery Satin), ridden by Rebecca Wardle.
  • Eventing 2*: Brentwood Bravo and Vanna Johnston.
  • Eventing 1*: Kilmarnoch (Painted Black x Baraka Belle), ridden by Holly Anderson

TiES Jumping Futurity – Sponsored by NZTR

This exciting competition featured strong performances in both the North and South Island Finals, demonstrating the Thoroughbred’s agility and capability in jumping disciplines.

  • South Island Final Winner: Belles Big Boy (Giant’s Steps x Unbelieveabelle), ridden by Tamara Silcock.
  • North Island Final Winner: Miss Eves and Ava Johnston.

Our congratulations to all.

The TiES Registration process can be found here

On this page you will find all the information about the various TiES Competitions and Awards:

  • TiES Accumulator Series
  • TiES Jumping Futurity Series
  • TiES Accumulator Best Performed

Find out below if you and your horse are eligible to compete in the TiES National Competition and what competitions and classes allow you to gain TiES points.

2024-2025 TiES Results

The Thoroughbreds in Equestrian Sport Programme (TiES) proudly brought to you by New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing. 

Thanks to NZ Thoroughbred Racing and Love Racing for this great video captured at the 2021 Taupo Three Day Event