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A new collaboration between the Spanish Centro de Reproducción Equina Pepe Antón (CRE Pepe Antón) and the Dutch breeding station Holstud brings an exciting opportunity for breeders in Northern Europe. Semen from three of CRE Pepe Antón’s top stallions is now available in the Netherlands.
In recent years, interest in Iberian bloodlines has significantly increased, both within purebred PRE breeding and for cross-breeding with Northern European warmbloods. The selection of PRE stallions from CRE Pepe Antón offers a valuable contribution to top-level dressage breeding, combining athleticism, collection, and trainability.
The three PRE stallions now available at Holstud are the Grand Prix stallion Kafu III, Solo de Centurión, and Darko PA.
Kafu III – The Black Pearl of CRE Pepe Antón
With an IGG Dressage score of 114.29 (High Reliability), he stands among the elite in the breed.
- Grand Prix Competitor – A proven track record at the highest level
- Exceptional Genetics – Son of Torero XI (Improver Stallion) by José Luis de la Escalera, with maternal lineage from Oficial XXIX (Marín García)
- Power & Elegance – Elastic, expressive movements with a powerful hind leg.
A stallion of unmatched nobility, strength, and intelligence—the perfect choice for top-level dressage breeding.
Solo de Centurion – A Bloodline of Champions
His maternal lineage traces back to Jordan de Centurion (Elite Stallion) and Rondeno IX (Spanish Champion 2002 & 2005).
- Selected twice to represent Spain at the World Championships for Young Horses (WCYH) in Ermelo.
- Scored 81.1% in the 6-Year-Old test—an outstanding achievement at the international level
- High IGG scores and proven functionality make him a top prospect for dressage breeding
With a strong genetic foundation, exceptional rideability, and natural collection, Solo de Centurión is a promising stallion for modern sport horse breeding.
Darko PA – A Rare Double Pearl PRE Stallion
- Morphologically correct with a strong, balanced frame
- Extraordinary temperament—calm, trainable, and highly cooperative
- A perfect choice for breeders seeking a unique coat color combined with top-quality PRE traits
Exceptional PRE Bloodlines at Competitive Conditions
All stallions from CRE Pepe Antón offer top-level PRE quality at highly competitive cover fees. Their availability at Holstud provides a unique opportunity for European breeders to integrate Iberian excellence into their breeding programs.
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