In the world of Raid and, in general, in the whole competitive equestrian world, the origins of the horse are one of the determining factors when it comes to performance in top competition. Genetics make the difference in the equestrian world. In this sense, Djevar Des Graves has marked the Raid discipline, being one of the most influential stallions of the last decade and transmitting to his descendants the endurance and speed that characterised his mother, Varoussa, and his grandfather Persik. Today, Djevar’s offspring dominate the international scene.
Djevar Des Graves began his career as a stallion in 2012 and, to date, has sired a generation of horses that have caught the eye in various Raid events. His impact on raid breeding is visible, and his offspring have time and again proven their talent on the most demanding tracks of the international circuit. Thanks to their extraordinary genetics, Djevar’s offspring have achieved good results in top-level competitions, thus establishing themselves as benchmarks in the Raid discipline.
Below, we review some of the most relevant names of their progeny:
Dihun du Moulin
- International participations: 10 (80km, 100km and 120km)
- Podiums: 4
- Outstanding achievement: European team runner-up in 2022 with Thibaut Launay
Dihun du Moulin is a clear example of the potential of the Djevar des Graves line. His regularity in competition and his ability to maintain a good performance have brought him to the attention of several times.
Etna Trinacria
- International participations: 6 (100km and 120km)
- Podiums: 4
With a good effectiveness in competition, Etna Trinacria has shown that the endurance and speed of her grandparents are in her DNA. Her consistency in the 100km and 120km races has allowed her to stand out among the descendants of Djevar Des Graves. His evolution on the international circuit is remarkable.
Jalima Diva
- International participations: 13 (80km, 100km, 120km, 140km and 160km)
- Podiums: 8 (5 in 160km races)
Diva de Jalima has become one of the most attention-grabbing figures in the international Raid. Her versatility and endurance have led her to compete in distances ranging from 80 to 160 kilometres, achieving an impressive number of podium finishes, especially in long-distance events. Her ability to adapt to different terrains and weather conditions has been one of the keys to her triumphs.
Loukario Desverrieres
- International participations: 10 (100km, 120km and 160km)
- Podiums: 4
Loukario Desverrieres has shown great adaptability and endurance in each of his participations. His last race in October last year, a 160km race, confirms his continuity on the circuit.
Yalla de Jalima
- International participations: 11 (100km, 120km and 160km)
- Podiums: 3
- Achievement: Third place at the Monpazier 2024 World Championships, where she also won team gold.
Yalla de Jalima’s success at the Monpazier 2024 World Championships shows the level of Djevar Des Graves’ descendants at the highest level of competition.
Impact of Djevar Des Graves’ offspring on FEI rankings
The dominance of Djevar Des Graves’ offspring in international competition is also reflected in the FEI Raid rankings. For example, Etna Trinacria is ranked 264th since the last update of the rankings. Diva de Jalima is ranked fifth in the FEI World Ranking of Raid Horses since the last update on 31 January 2025, Loukario Desverrieres is ranked 151st in the same ranking. Finally, Yalla de Jalima is in the top 3 of the FEI World Ranking for Raid Pairs, while in the FEI World Ranking for Raid Horses he is in sixth place.
The statistics speak for themselves: Djevar’s offspring have accumulated a good number of podium finishes in their international appearances, reaffirming the genetic quality passed down through their lineage. The recognition of these horses in the Raid world, and their presence in the FEI rankings, shows the transmission capacity of Persik, Varoussa and Djevar des Graves.
Djevar Des Graves, a benchmark stallion
Since his first registration as a breeder in 2012, and to date, Djevar Des Graves has maintained a clear presence in various international Raid competitions and championships through his offspring. The genetic improvement he has brought to the discipline is clear, and his offspring continue to stand on the podiums of the various international stages.
In this way, the spirit of Persik and Varoussa continues to live on the tracks. The name Djevar Des Graves is synonymous with class and quality in the world of Raid.
