Dublin, Ireland – August 05, 2026 – Following a spectacular week at the Jumping International de Dinard, the Rolex Series now heads to Ireland for its sixth and penultimate event of the 2026 season: the Gallagher Dublin Horse Show CSIO 5*, taking place from 5 to 9 August at the Royal Dublin Society (RDS).

For more than 150 years, the Gallagher Dublin Horse Show has stood among the world’s most prestigious equestrian events, combining sporting excellence with Irish tradition in a truly unique atmosphere. This year’s edition also marks the 100th anniversary of Ireland’s first official CSIO, adding another historic milestone to one of the sport’s most iconic gatherings. Renowned for its passionate crowds and rich heritage, the Dublin Horse Show remains a highlight of both the international show jumping calendar and Ireland’s social season.

This year’s edition will welcome 56 riders and 137 horses, once again bringing together an exceptional line-up of international talent. Among the week’s highlights is the prestigious Nations’ Cup of Ireland for the Aga Khan Trophy, where teams from Belgium, France, Great Britain, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and the United States will compete for one of show jumping’s most coveted team titles.

Designed by internationally acclaimed Irish course designer Alan Wade (IRL), the courses will once again provide a true championship test, demanding precision, scope, speed and horsemanship from the world’s finest combinations.

Leading the field is current World No. 1 Kent Farrington (USA), alongside World No. 2 Richard Vogel (GER), Olympic champion Steve Guerdat (SUI), Olympic champion Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA) and World No. 11 Laura Kraut (USA), winner of the 2025 Rolex Grand Prix of Ireland.

The home nation will be represented by an outstanding line-up including World No. 5 Shane Sweetnam (IRL), fresh from his victory in the Rolex Grand Prix of Falsterbo, Cian O’Connor (IRL), Daniel Coyle (IRL), Jordan Coyle (IRL) and rising star Tom Wachman (IRL). Germany’s challenge also includes Daniel Deusser (GER), while Belgium is represented by Jérôme Guery (BEL) and European Team champion Nicola Philippaerts (BEL). Brazil’s Yuri Mansur (BRA) and America’s Karl Cook (USA) further strengthen the field, while France arrives with Olympic Team champion Kevin Staut (FRA), Olivier Robert (FRA) and Nicolas Sers (FRA).

The week will culminate on Sunday, 9 August at 3:00 p.m., with the Rolex Grand Prix of Ireland, one of the most prestigious Grands Prix in international show jumping.

Who will rise to the occasion and add their name to the Rolex Grand Prix of Ireland honour roll ?

Source: Press Release from Rolex Series

Photo: © Rolex Series

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