NCh. Göksel

Göksel embodies the austere beauty and athleticism for which his breed is renowned, while offering a temperament that is as intelligent as it is willing. In both form and spirit, he is a modern ambassador for one of the oldest and most storied horse breeds in the world.

Göksel is the son of Gözellik, a buckskin stallion noted for his refinement and brilliance. Through Gözellik, Göksel descends from the esteemed Tyllagush II, a stallion remembered for his commanding movement and robust constitution. His paternal line also includes Bagira, whose grace and expressive eye have become hallmarks in Göksel’s offspring. His dam, Mutlu, a black mare of elegant type, adds substance and poise through her lineage, which includes the influential sires Perengistan and Karar—names that resonate deeply within the Akhal-Teke tradition.

In motion, Göksel is poetry given form: fluid, elastic, and finely tuned to the subtle aids of his rider. His conformation—long, dry lines, prominent withers, and a deep, sloping shoulder—speaks not only of beauty, but of function. These attributes have translated naturally into success in sport. Competing at the Training level in eventing, Göksel has garnered multiple championship titles, including victories at the Golden Bay Horse Trials, Sweet Pea Horse Trials, and the Global Eventing League in Christchurch. His consistent performance across all three phases—dressage, cross-country, and stadium jumping—reflects a mind that is focused, adaptable, and eager to work.

Beyond eventing, Göksel has also made his mark in the halter arena, where his type and presence have earned him Champion and Reserve Champion honors in the Young Horse Association’s Miscellaneous Breed Colts & Geldings divisions. Judges frequently note his noble head, refined structure, and balanced gaits—qualities that remain true to the Akhal-Teke ideal.

Göksel’s temperament is perhaps his most treasured asset. Sensitive and astute, he possesses an intuitive understanding of his environment and his rider. He is bold without arrogance, responsive without volatility. These qualities make him not only a pleasure to train but a trusted partner in competition and breeding.

As a stallion, Göksel stands at the intersection of tradition and possibility. He carries forward the rare and ancient lines of the Akhal-Teke breed while offering traits that are increasingly sought after in modern sporthorse development: athleticism, rideability, and a certain quiet brilliance. In him, the luminous spirit of the Turkmen horse finds fresh expression—and a future full of promise.