Contester reflects the qualities of his legendary bloodlines, natural balance, elastic gaits, commanding presence and outstanding character. Holsteiner royalty is what is represented in his lineage. His sire, Contender is a legend in Europe as well as the US and is most likely the most influential living stallion today. Contender's sire, Calypso II, is himself an International Showjumper. Contester's Grandsire, Cor de la Bryère, a sire of great sires, produces both top show jumping horses as well as highly successful dressage prodigy. Contester also traces to the desirable lines of Ladykiller.
