Category: Global Champions Tour

Victor Bettendorf & Simon Delestre Share the Win in the €100,000 Sensormatic Trophy CSI 5* at A Coruña

A Coruña, La A Coruña, Spain – July 16, 2023 – In a story that couldn’t be imagined, Victor Bettendorf (LUX) and Simon Delestre (FRA) tied for first in the €100,000 Sensormatic Trophy CSI 5*. With some of the best riders in the world fronting up to the […]

Bertram Allen & Pacino Amiro Blaze to Win the €300,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of A Coruña CSI 5*

A Coruña, La A Coruña, Spain – July 15, 2023 – Bertram Allen (IRL) emerged victorious in the lightning fast €300,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of A Coruña, presented by Casas Novas. Riding the exceptional Pacino Amiro, Allen won his first LGCT Grand Prix since 2018.  […]

Julien Épaillard & Donatello d’Auge Reign in the €1.5 Million LGCT Grand Prix of the Prince of Monaco CSI 5*

Monaco, Monte Carlo – July 01, 2023 – Renowned Frenchman Julien Epaillard (FRA) and Donatello d’Auge emerged triumphant in the esteemed €1.5 Million Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix du Prince de Monaco CSI 5*. Securing his second LGCT Grand Prix win of the year, just 4 weeks […]

Back-to-Back Wins by Christian Ahlmann Topping the €152,500 Saint Laurent Eiffel Challenge CSI 5*

Paris, France – June 25, 2023 – The comeback king Christian Ahlmann (GER) emerged victorious in the Saint Laurent Eiffel Challenge, taking back to back wins after his stunning triumph in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Paris CSI 5* the day before. Riding a different […]

The Ultimate Comeback: Christian Ahlmann Triumphs in the €300,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Paris CSI 5*

Paris, France – June 24, 2023 – In a performance for the record books, Christian Ahlmann (GER) aboard Mandato van de Neerheide made the comeback of the year in the heart of Paris. The German maestro secured top spot in the €300,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix […]

Kings of Sweden! Henrik von Eckermann & King Edward Excel to Win €480,000 LGCT Grand Prix of Stockholm CSI 5*

Stockholm, Sweden – June 18, 2023 – In a fairy-tale ending to a sensational weekend of sport, Henrik von Eckermann and King Edward reigned supreme in the €480,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Stockholm  presented by Fabege.  Taking one spot better on the podium than last […]

Henrik von Eckermann & Dzara Dorchival Dash for the Cash in the €26,200 Equestrian Stockholm Speed Challenge CSI 5*

Stockholm, Sweden – June 16, 2023 – The first day of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Stockholm CSI 5* saw world number one Henrik von Eckermann (SWE) set the stage for an electrifying weekend of world-class equestrian sport. Making it a home win, von Eckermann riding Dzara […]

Maikel van der Vleuten Victorious in the €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Cannes CSI 5*

Cannes, France – June 10, 2023 – It was like a scene for a movie… the prestigious €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Canne CSI 5*, presented by La Ville de Cannes, concluded the weekend in an awe-inspiring film festival style.  Last to go in an […]

Jérôme Hurel on Top Form at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Cannes CSI 5*

Cannes, France – June 08, 2023 â€“ France gets off to a great start on home soil! Jerôme Hurel (FRA) and Casanova d’Anbel conquered a win on Friday, the opening day of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Cannes CSI 5*, topping the €26,200  JW Marriott Cannes Prix CSI 5*. […]

Eduardo Alvarez Aznar & d’Orient Batilly are the Best in the €26,200 Da Laura Prix CSI 5* at Cannes

Cannes, France – June 08, 2023 â€“ Opening the first day of the Jumping-Cannes 40th Birthday in style, the penultimate combination of Eduardo Alvarez Aznar (ESP) and d’Orient Batilly claimed the win in the Da Laura Prix CSI 5* at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Cannes.  Set against the […]

Julien Epaillard & Donatello d’Auge Dominate to Win €300,000 LGCT Grand Prix of St Tropez CSI 5*

Ramatuelle, Saint Tropez, France – June 03, 2023 – In the glamorous world of equestrian sport, few events capture the essence of luxury, competition, and prestige quite like the Longines Global Champions Tour of Ramatuelle, St. Tropez CSI 5* & CSI 2*. It was Julien Epaillard (FRA) who […]

Henrick von Eckermann & Dzara Dorchival Dash for the Cash in the €68,100 PremiuMares Speed Challenge CSI 5*

Ramatuelle, Saint Tropez, France – June 03, 2023 – Henrik von Eckermann (SWE) aboard Dzara Dorchival have taken line honours in the €68,100 PremiuMares Speed Challenge CSI 5* on Saturday during the third and final day of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Ramatuelle, St. Tropez / Longines […]

New York Empire Shine the Brightest “Under the Sun” of the GCL of St. Tropez

Saint Tropez, France – June 02, 2023 – As the sun shone down on the spectacular Ramatuelle, St. Tropez, the GCL turned it on for the fifth stage of the GCL season for 2023, and 99th stage of GCL ever. In an exhilarating equestrian extravaganza it was Scott […]

Young Talent of Philipp Tophoff Shines on Opening Day of LGCT St. Tropez CSI 5*

Ramatuelle, Saint Tropez, France –June 01, 2023 –  It was a U-25 one-two in today’s €26,200 Bentley Prix CSI 5* at the Longines Athina Onaisis Horse Show CSI 5* & CSI 2* as Philipp Schulze Topphoff (GER) piped Lily Attwood (GBR) to the post in an epic display […]

Derin Demirsoy & Elzas Excel in the €26,200 Grupo Eulen Two-Phase Challenge CSI 5*

Madrid, Spain – May 13, 2023 – Derin Demirsoy (TUR) and Elzas have secured top podium position in the Grupo Eulen Speed Challenge CSI 5* on day 2 of the Longines Global Champions Tour of Madrid CSI 5* at the Club de Campo Villa de Madrid in the […]

Edwina Tops-Alexander Masters the Course to Win the €500,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Madrid CSI 5*

Madrid, Spain – May 14, 2023 – In what was the perfect ending to an exhilarating three days of competition at Club de Campo Villa de Madrid as Edwina Tops-Alexander (AUS) and Fellow Castlefield were crowned winners of the 10th edition of the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand […]

A Day of Firsts for Simon Delestre in the €100,000 Copa El Rey CSI 5*, presented by Caser Group Helvetia

Madrid, Spain – May 13, 2023 – First to go in round 1, first to go in the jump-off and first overall! Simon Delestre (FRA) and I Amelusina R 51 took top honours in the historic 47th Copa El Rey presented by Caser Group Helvetia on the penultimate day […]

David Will & My Prins van Dorperheide are the “Kings” of the €330,000 LGCT Grand Prix of Mexico City CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 22, 2023 – With the packed and roaring crowd on their feet, David Will (GER) aboard My Prins van Dorperhide brought home the glory, taking individual honors in the €330,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Mexico City CSI 5*, presented by GNP […]

Scott Brash`s Brilliant & Bold Performance Tops €53,000 Mercedes-Benz Two-Phase Challenge CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 22, 2023 – Scott Brash (GBR) and Hello Mr President secured top spot in the €53,000 Mercedes-Benz Two-Phase Challenge CSI 5* on Saturday during the third day of the Longines Global Champions Tour CSI 5* & CSI 2* at Campo Marte. Going up against […]

Christan Kukuk & Mumbai Claim the Cash in the €153,000 Banorte Trophy CSI 5*

Mexico City, Mexico – April 22, 2023 – In one of the most exciting and dynamic cities in the world the penultimate day was a spectacular celebration of equestrian sport and culture, with top-level competition, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences. The stakes were raised once again for the big-money […]

Déjà Vu! Back-to-Back Victories by Katrin Eckermann & Cala Mandia in the €300,000 LGCT Grand Prix of Miami Beach CSI 5*

Wellington, Florida, USA – April 15, 2023 – As the sun shone down on the packed Miami Beach, the much anticipated Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix got underway. In a page worthy of the history books, Katrin Eckermann and her 10-year-old Cala Mandia took the title for […]

Dreams Come True for Darragh Kenny at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Miami Beach

Miami Beach, USA, Florida, USA â€“ April 14, 2023 – Darragh Kenny  (IRL) and  Vancouver Dreams have had a stellar season competing at the Sunshine State of Florida the past few months and the move down south from Wellington to to the ambiance of Miami Beach did not change anything as the […]

Ioli Mytilineou Shows Impressive Form Winning Speed Challenge CSI 5* at LGCT Doha

Doha, Qatar – March 04, 2023 – Despite her young age and competing against many of the best of the noble sport and at the highest leve, Ioli Mytilineou (GRE) continues to amaze. On Friday, the Greek Gods must have been in attendance at the stunning Al Shaqab […]

Youth Prevails as Jodie Hall McAteer Outshines World Champions at the LGCT of Doha CSI 5*

Doha, Qatar – March 04, 2023 – Jodie Hall-McAteer (GBR) has been one of the young rising stars of showjumping and British showjumper once again shone bright under the spotlights on one of the biggest stages of the noble sport on Saturday during the opening leg of the […]

Philipp Weishaupt Does the Double in Doha Winning the €375,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix CSI 5*

Doha, Qatar – March 04, 2023 – With the first golden ticket to the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix at the 2023 GC Prague Playoff awarded, Philipp Weishaupt (GER) and Just Be Gentle secured an impressive victory in the €375,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix […]

Michael Pender & HHS Calais Win Thrilling €900,000 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Riyadh CSI 5*

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 22, 2022 – Great Britain and Ireland are two powerhouse nations of showjumping and their athletes stole the spotlihght last Saturday at the Longines Global Champions of Riyadh CSI 5* & CSI 2*. If in one hand Ben Maher (GBR) secured his third […]

Ben Maher Makes History Winning Third Longine Global Champions Tour Championship!

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 22, 2022 – In what will be written as a page in the history books, and one for the ages, the invincible Ben Maher (GBR) has been crowned the 2022 LGCT Champion of Champions. Making history taking the title for no more than […]

Christian Ahlmann & Solid Gold Z Claim the Glory in the €101,000 Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation Trophy CSI 5*

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 21, 2022 – With the biggest day of the season less than 24 hours away Christian Ahlmann (GER) gave himself one last confidence boost with a win in the €101,000 Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation Trophy 1.55m jump-off class. Saving Dominator 2000 Z for […]

Shane Breen & Haya Fly the Fastest in €25,500 LGCT Speed Challenge CSI 5* at New York

New York, New York, USA – September 25, 2022 – Shane Breen (IRL) and Haya were the only pair to break the 60-second mark over the one-round speed class for victory in the 1.45m CSI 5*, the first of two final five-star classes on Sunday, September 25, 2022. […]

John Whitaker & Equine America Unick du Francport Triumphant in €150,000 LGCT Jump-off Challenge CSI 5*

New York, New York, USA – September 25, 2022 – With 38 of the world’s best battling it out for a final podium position, the crowd were treated to an impressive masterclass as the fourteenth leg of the 2022 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) drew to a close. […]