A worthy son of a legendary father

R. Johnson is by G. Ramiro Z , one of the most influential sires in European Sport Horse breeding. Ramiro has been called the "Stallion of the Century" recognizing the consistent excellence of his offspring. Ramiro's long career included many wins in Nations Cups, Puissance and International Grand Prix competition.

The progeny of G. Ramiro Z have distinguished themselves in both the dressage and show jumping arenas. Among the most famous G. Ramiro Z offspring is the jumping supermare Ratina Z, gold medalist in the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games.

Johnson's dam, the keur mare Firstborn, combines the blood of the English Thoroughbred Able Albert and the superior Dutch jumping sire, Telstar (son of the legendary Nimmerdor). Able Albert is one of only a few Thoroughbreds approved in the Dutch Warmblood studbook.