Marcus Ehning is one of the most successful and influential show jumpers of our time. Olympic gold, World and European Championship titles, three World Cup Final victories, and countless triumphs on the great stages of international equestrian sport mark an extraordinary career. Yet Marcus Ehning is distinguished by far more than victories and medals. His true mastery lies in the way he combines supreme precision and athletic excellence with patience, trust, and an instinctive understanding of the horse. It is this quiet yet remarkable bond that defines his riding and has inspired generations of riders. For this exceptional volume, renowned portrait and fine-art photographer Vanessa von Zitzewitz has accompanied Marcus Ehning and his horses over an extended period of time. With an intimate eye, yet always with an instinct for the decisive moment, she photographs them in the arena, in the stable, and beyond the world of competition. Her evocative images capture strength and concentration, trust and freedom — and above all, the profound connection between human and horse. An intimate and powerful portrait of an extraordinary athlete and his unique partnerships. A book for everyone who loves horses and the sport of show jumping — and for anyone who, through these images, wants to discover its fascinating world anew.