Richard Vogel
Reaching for the equestrian heights
Richard Vogel is a German equestrian who has compiled an impressive list of accomplishments in a burgeoning show jumping career.
Captivating competitor
Richard Vogel has earned recognition in the equestrian world for his exceptional talent and impressive performances in show jumping.
Competing on the international stage, Vogel has captivated audiences with his skillful riding and strategic approach to competition. His dedication to the sport and potential for further success mark him as a significant figure in equestrianism.
Career momentum
Born in Binzwangen, Germany, Richard Vogel has become one of show jumping’s brightest stars.
His equestrian journey began at a young age, influenced by his family’s ties with the sport. Vogel’s talent became evident early on, with impressive performances in youth competitions. At age 17 he started a riding apprenticeship and through dedication and perseverance, started competing at national level, then internationally, entering the rankings in 2020. That same year, he was selected for the Young Riders Academy, which assists in the training and education of aspiring show jumping talents, preparing them for professional careers in the sport. Vogel’s breakthrough came in 2022 when he won the CSI5* World Cup Grand Prix of Stuttgart. Since then, he has gone from strength to strength.
In 2023, Vogel won the CSI5* Rolex Grand Prix of Wellington and CSI5* Grand Prix of Monterrey. He finished that year on a high note, claiming his first Major in the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping by winning the Rolex Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva, a result that helped him break into the top 10 of the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) rankings, where he has been a mainstay since April 2024. At the 2024 CHIO Aachen, Vogel emerged as the most successful rider in recent history, taking four wins and 10 podiums in total over the course of the week. He added a second Major when victorious in the Rolex Grand Prix at The Dutch Masters in March 2026.
Vogel’s consistent performances have earned him a place on the German national team, contributing to team victories at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final in 2023 and 2024. He made his Olympics debut at the Paris 2024 Games and claimed further high honours the following year when crowned European champion, winning the FEI Jumping European Championship with United Touch S, having taken team bronze two days earlier.
As he continues to compete at the highest levels, he remains dedicated to his horses’ well-being and the pursuit of excellence, embodying the next generation of show jumping talent. Known for his exceptional horsemanship, calm demeanour under pressure and strategic course navigation, Vogel has formed particularly strong partnerships with his horses.
Richard Vogel became a Rolex Testimonee in 2024.
