La Renaissance d'Ekano DKS
DK Sporthorses has been getting recognition for its top breeding program recently in the media, as Ekano DKS returned to sport under the brilliant handling and care of Sophie and Richard Levallois of Haras de Semilly. L’Eperon has done a gorgeous write up of Ekano’s career and we are so honored to be included as a part of his story!
Ekano DKS wins "Masters des Etalons" and named Champion of France for 5 year olds at Fontainebleau!
Ekano DKS (Kannan-Cumano), now owned by the world-renowned Haras de Couvains (Semilly) was named Champion of France for 5 year olds in the Masters des Etalons” at Fontainebleau, ridden by Alexis Gourdain. In winning this title, Ekano DKS follows in the footsteps of his sire Kannan, who was crowned Champion of France in 2005. Ekano DKS is a Selle Français approved stallion, labeled “Tres Promotteur” by the studbook and is part of its “Programme Génétique Avenir.” He stands at Haras de Couvains close to Saint-Lô, France. We extend heartfelt congratulations to Richard and Sophie Levallois as well as Alexis Gourdan.
Nina Simone DKS Sold at FENCES!
Dejan Krunic Sporthoses was honored to have Nina Simone DKS chosen to be featured in the FENCES auction among their three year-old jumpers at the incredibly prestigious auction in Fontainebleau, France on August 31, 2016. Nina Simone DKS was selected by FENCES for inclusion at the beginning of the summer, after producing very exciting results in their trials held in Normandy. She was prepared for this by Amy Graham of Haras du Ry, who ensured that she was ready, willing and able to do the job for Fences. Great job Amy, Manu and everyone at Haras du Ry!
Nina Simone DKS is a striking, scopey, and kind mare by the famous stallion Kannan out Centina (by Cento). This brave and athltic mare is destined for the big sport. She impressed during the Fences Auction selection and really dazzled during the Fences Elite Auction on August, 31, 2016, where she was one of the top sellers of her lot.
Kannan, himself an international jumper under the saddle of Michel Hecart, is one of the best stallions in the world. A former #1 on the WBFSH stallion rankings, Kannan has produced many top international jumpers, including the 2012 Olympic winner Nino des Buissonnets, the 2015 World Cup winner Albfuhren Paille, and the stunning Quabri de l'Ile. Cento, Nina Simone's dam sire, is himself a former Olympic and European Champion, and World Cup winner.
We REALLY like the cross of German blood with Kannan, so much so that we have already bred Centina's daghter Kumana (by Cumano) to Kannan twice, with great results.
Nina Simone was purchased by Claire Franzoni Eliot who rides and trains in France at the Ecuries de la Pointe. We wish them both the best, and can't wait to see what spectacular things they accomplish together!
DKS Welcomes King Quality Z!
On May 15, 2016, Dejan Krunic Sporthorses was excited to announce the arrival of King Quality Z, bred through our partnership with Koen Terryn of Quality Stud in Middelkerke, Belgium. Quality Stud has provided a fantastic pedigree for this very impressive young colt. He is a powerful young horse, and his energy is not at all surprising. This foal’s mother, Bella Vita v/d Molendreef, is from one of Belgium’s most famous mare lines. Her full sister, Via Volo v/d Molendreef, was 2011 Horse of the Year in the United States and competed in the Olympics with Beezie Madden. Another full brother of Bella Vita, Cliff-Hanger v/d Molendreef, is a 1.60 m international jumper in Ukraine. And yet another full brother of Bella Vita, Deep Purple v/d Molendreef, is an approved stallion and international jumper in Germany. Bella Vita has produced several good foals for her previous owner (including a mare Caretina Alia that is owned by Haras des Coudrettes and a 1.40 m jumper Ubama Alia), and has produced 3 outstanding foals for us so far, including a Kannan son Nic Nac Quality, who is an approved Zangersheide stallion and is owned by the famous stallion farm Van de Heffinck.) King Quality Z was sold at the Flanders Foal Auction to Bulgaria.