Nelson Pessoa
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Nelson Pessoa Filho is a Brazilian equestrian who competed in the sport of Show jumping
. He was among the first Brazilian civilians to do well in the sport, as the military had dominated it in the Brazil of that era.
and came fifth in Equestrian at the 1964 Summer Olympics - Individual jumping
. He moved to Europe in 1961. He won the 1966 European Show Jumping Championships
and won twice at Hickstead
. He came second in the 1984 Show Jumping World Cup
, and in 1991 he was again second, riding Special Envoy
.
He owns a famous equestrian school at Haras du Ligny
in Fleurus
, Belgium
. His students include Alvaro de Miranda Neto and Athina Onassis Miranda. His son is the Olympic gold medallist Rodrigo Pessoa
.
His nickname is Neco.
Founder of Pessoa Brands. Pessoa line includes their famous saddles, bridles, girths, blankets & tack.
Show jumping
Show jumping, also known as "stadium jumping," "open jumping," or "jumpers," is a member of a family of English riding equestrian events that also includes dressage, eventing, hunters, and equitation. Jumping classes commonly are seen at horse shows throughout the world, including the Olympics...
. He was among the first Brazilian civilians to do well in the sport, as the military had dominated it in the Brazil of that era.
Career highlights
He competed in the 1956 Summer Olympics1956 Summer Olympics
The 1956 Melbourne Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XVI Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event which was held in Melbourne, Australia, in 1956, with the exception of the equestrian events, which could not be held in Australia due to quarantine regulations...
and came fifth in Equestrian at the 1964 Summer Olympics - Individual jumping
Equestrian at the 1964 Summer Olympics - Individual jumping
The individual jumping was an equestrian event held as part of the Equestrian at the 1964 Summer Olympics programme. The event was held on 24 October.-Medalists:-Results:...
. He moved to Europe in 1961. He won the 1966 European Show Jumping Championships
European Show Jumping Championships
The FEI European Show Jumping Championships is the European Championship for the equestrian discipline of show jumping. Like most other European Championships, it is held every two years. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are awarded in both the individual and team competition...
and won twice at Hickstead
Hickstead
The All England Jumping Course at Hickstead, known widely as Hickstead is an equestrian sport centre in West Sussex, England, principally known for its showjumping activities, where it hosts two international level competitions, the British Jumping Derby and the Royal International Horse Show...
. He came second in the 1984 Show Jumping World Cup
Show Jumping World Cup
The FEI World Cup Show Jumping Final, is an annual international competition among the world’s best show jumping horses and riders. The series, created in 1978, today comprises 14 leagues on all continents. The best riders from 132 preliminary competitions qualify for the final. The FEI World Cup...
, and in 1991 he was again second, riding Special Envoy
Special Envoy (horse)
Special Envoy was a horse ridden by Rodrigo Pessoa. He won many top international competitions in the sport of show jumping.* Color: Chestnut* Markings: Star, near hind sock* Height: 16.3 hh * Born: 1980 in Ireland...
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He owns a famous equestrian school at Haras du Ligny
Ligny
Ligny is a village in the municipality of Sombreffe . It is known as the site of the Battle of Ligny, when Napoleon defeated Blücher two days before the battle of Waterloo while Wellington and Marshal Ney were engaged at Quatre Bras...
in Fleurus
Fleurus
Fleurus is a Walloon municipality located in the Belgian province of Hainaut. On January 1, 2006 Fleurus had a total population of 22,221. The total area is which gives a population density of 375 inhabitants per km²...
, Belgium
Belgium
Belgium , officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a federal state in Western Europe. It is a founding member of the European Union and hosts the EU's headquarters, and those of several other major international organisations such as NATO.Belgium is also a member of, or affiliated to, many...
. His students include Alvaro de Miranda Neto and Athina Onassis Miranda. His son is the Olympic gold medallist Rodrigo Pessoa
Rodrigo Pessoa
Rodrigo Pessoa is an equestrian and show jumper from Brazil. He is an accomplished rider backed by his 50 Grand Prix wins and a total of in prize money during his career. Rodrigo Pessoa is the son of equestrian and show jumper Nelson Pessoa.- Riding career :Rodrigo first competed in 1981 at...
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His nickname is Neco.
Founder of Pessoa Brands. Pessoa line includes their famous saddles, bridles, girths, blankets & tack.