The Danish Warmblood, previously known as the Danish Sports horse, originated in Denmark. The Frederiksborg was used as the base stock and was crossbred with Thoroughbreds. The resulting mares were then bred with Anglo-Norman, Trakehners, Wielkopolski, and Thoroughbred stallions. The Anglo-Norman established quality and conformation. The Wielkopolski and Trakehners fixed the type, endurance, and personality. The Thoroughbred influence was used to improve the Danish Warmblood. In the 1960s a studbook was eventually open for the Danish Sports horse, which is now the Danish Warmblood.The Danish Warmblood stands on average 16.2 hh. This horse is used in competitions such as cross-country and dressage. This good-looking and sound horse has better-quality movement with speed and strength.