Novilheiro MV is one of the most famous Lusitano horses of all times. The famous show jumper Novilheiro, bred by Manuel Veiga and therefore carrying his brand, was out of a Veiga mare by an Andrade stallion. British Grand Prix rider, John Whitaker discovered him and together they formed a formidable partnership in the show jumping world. Novilheiro MV competed on the European jumping circuit where he became the British Champion and leader of the European ranking for money-prize earned in official jumping competitions.