A prototype of his noble pedigree, Contester II embodies the best in the Holstein horse. His sire Contender, one of the world's greats, he has produced over 50 approved sons excelling in both jumping and dressage throughout Europe.

Contester II’s dam (Lancetto/ Lakai) produced approved stallions and sporthorses excelling at advanced levels in Europe. Her Holsteiner stemm line (1020) famed for producing approved stallions such as Quinar (Quidam de Revel), and Libero (Lido) is highly sought after for producing the International show jumpers Lucca by Langraf ( ridden by Alberto Rivera Prado for MEX and Silas 55 by Slivano (ridden by Helena Weimberg for GER).

Contester II has amassed an incredible show record as a 6 year old in both USDF breed shows as a youngster and now under saddle,
they include many USDF breed show championships. In 2008 Contester was the USDF All Breeds winner for the American Holsteiner at 2nd level as well as the USDF Region 7, 2nd level Reserve Champion We look forward to another show season in 2009 as Contester II will come out at the upper levels in the dressage arena.

All of Contester II's first foal crop were premium in their respective studbooks.