On Tuesday, July 7, in Lamotte-Beuvron, granddaughter Élise achieved a remarkable feat by finishing second in the As1 cadet final, riding Gemini. Tiphaine, her mother, shared the joy and emotion on Instagram by posting a candid photo taken after the round.
In brief: Élise, 12 years old, confirms an already rich path: podiums at the Grand Parquet and the title of vice-champion in 2025. Brigitte Macron was in Ankara for the NATO summit and could not attend the moment, but the entire family follows this success with an admiring gaze and much pride.
A major competition in Lamotte-Beuvron and a deserved second place
During the As1 cadet championship final held on July 7 in the Centre-Val de Loire, Élise completed a faultless round that earned her second place. The competition in Lamotte-Beuvron brings together the best young riders, and the performance of the duo with Gemini was praised by the supporters present. The family victory, even from a distance, resonated on social media thanks to Tiphaine‘s moving message. To read the account of the day, see the Gala article.
A consistent track record that outlines a promising future
The performance on July 7 is part of a succession of results: third place at the Equine Sports Spring of the Grand Parquet on April 26, vice-champion of France As2 Minime in July 2025, and several national rankings. Observers note Élise‘s consistency and her bond with her horse, the result of daily work at the stable. Specialized sources have relayed these successes, such as the report from Figaro Madame. This progression demonstrates genuine sporting maturity.
The video above illustrates the atmosphere of the events and Élise’s technical mastery of the course, before continuing with the next image.
A family transmission: Tiphaine and the love of horses
The mother-daughter relationship is evident in every shared photo: Tiphaine, a former rider and regular at the Pommeraie stable in Le Touquet, has passed on her passion and standards to Élise. The message posted on Instagram — “Bravo my heart, and thank you to the team and supporters” — touched the equestrian community. This constant support strengthens the young rider’s confidence and fuels the hope for an expanded future record.
What it means for the Macron family and beyond
Although Brigitte Macron did not witness the feat due to her trip to Ankara for the NATO summit, the media impact is clear: the young granddaughter confirms her status as an up-and-coming talent in French equestrianism. This success reinforces the image of a family united around sporting and personal achievements, capturing the attention of enthusiasts.
To learn more about family insights and connections between loved ones, check out the available analyses on family portraits and the article on recent political issues (Jordan Bardella & Macron 2027). To discover more information about Tiphaine, Élise and the family, visit sebastien-auziere.fr and delve into detailed accounts and archive photos.
