Finch Farm Whitaker - young 110 Showjumper

FINCH FARM WHITAKER

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Asking price: $50k
Height: 16.2hh
Age: 8 years
Gender: Gelding
Colour: Bay, star snip, 2 hind socks
Breed: Warmblood
Sire and Dam: Massimo Quality x Weinfee
Disciplines: Showjumping

Vices/ quirks: Can occasionally throw a small kick in canter transitions;

can become hot/heavy in the bridle if rider is not relaxed
Medical and Management: None
Rider suitability: Experienced, calm showjump rider or professional;

not suited to novice or nervous riders

Location: Warwick, QLD

Please see Owner's Response Certificate for full details.

SIGNIFICANT RESULTS

Stanthorpe Show 2026: 4th 105cm

Allora Show 2026: 4th 90–100cm, 5th 105cm

DDSJ Easter Champs 2026: 6th 90/100cm AM5

Introduction:
Finch Farm Whitaker, known as Whitaker, is a modern 16.2hh, 8yo Warmblood gelding by Massimo Quality out of Weinfee, by Weinzauber. EA Life registered and located in Warwick QLD, Whitaker is a purpose-bred showjumping horse with the scope, type and talent to appeal to a serious rider.

With current competition form, placings to 1.05m, experience to 1.10m and a clear round record at the 2026 QLD State SJ Titles, Whitaker presents as an exciting prospect for a capable showjumping rider or professional program. He has the breeding, conformation, temperament and jump to continue developing into a competitive horse in the right hands.

Education, skills and experience:
Whitaker was started as a 5yo and has had three short annual breaks to allow him time to mature. He has competed to 1.10m and has recently been brought back to 1.00m to refine his technique between fences, with encouraging recent results.

Significant results include:

Clear every round at the 2026 QLD State SJ Titles
Stanthorpe Show 2026 — 4th 105cm
Allora Show 2026 — 4th 90–100cm and 5th 105cm
DDSJ Easter Champs 2026 — 6th 90/100cm AM5

On the flat, Whitaker works in correct self-carriage with established leg-yields and flying changes. He is very willing to jump, brave and is not a refuser. He will take off, even from a deep or longer distance, which adds to his appeal for a rider who enjoys a genuine, committed jumper.

General demeanour under saddle:
Whitaker has the feel and attitude of a serious showjumping horse — forward, sharp, responsive and keen to do his job.

He jumps beautifully from a good canter, holds the rhythm and is very rideable when the rider is organised. He is responsive and adjustable to the half halt, and he rewards calm, confident riding.

Like many talented young Warmbloods, Whitaker thrives with a rider who is quiet, organised and relaxed. He can become a little hot and heavy in the bridle if the rider is tense or unsettled.

He can occasionally throw a small kick in canter transitions, but he gives a clear “swishy” warning and this is less frequent when he is in consistent work. Overall, he is generally calm and reliable, while still being a forward, athletic performance horse rather than a novice ride.

Current workload / fitness:
Whitaker is in work, being ridden three or more times per week, and is currently competing.

He does not require daily riding to remain reliable and is safe to hop on after a spell.

Handling:
Whitaker is well mannered on the ground and easy to have around.

He is easy to catch and walks up, leads and ties quietly, is good to clip and wash, and is reliable for the farrier and vet. He self-loads and travels calmly, stands quietly on the truck or float, and unloads without fuss.

He is sensible in busy environments and is unbothered by fireworks, busy roads, farm machinery, livestock, dogs and general activity around children. He also enjoys trail riding.

Feeding and management:
Whitaker is currently fed hard feed and hay because his yards are sand and there is no grass available.

He is currently stabled at night and paddocked during the day. Whitaker can be stabled 24 hours in a busy setting or kept in a herd situation.

Medical history:
Whitaker is up to date with dental.

Tetanus and strangles vaccinations are due and will be done before sale. He is given a joint supplement for prevention only.

Vet checks are welcomed at the buyer’s expense.

Rider Suitability:
Whitaker is best suited to a calm, experienced showjumping rider or professional program to continue his development.

He could also suit a capable, confident young rider aged 16 with significant experience. As with any big, young Warmblood, Whitaker is not suited to novice or nervous riders.

For the right rider, Whitaker offers a very genuine showjumping proposition: a talented, brave and scopey Warmblood with current competition form, good flatwork and the ability to keep progressing.

Reason for sale:
Whitaker’s owner has multiple younger and client horses in work, and he is the most commercially suitable to sell at this time.