Tag: GCL

Huge Hit to Paris Panthers ahead of Global Champions League Championship Final Today

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October – 26, 2023 –  Have the Paris Panthers handed the Championship Title to the Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian? Jur Vrieling‘s star horse Long John Silver 3 N.O.P has been sold as announced by SF Equestrian, meaning he is not in Riyadh to help […]

List of All Major Events this Week with Links to More Information about Them

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 25, 2023 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the time to crown the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) Champion of Champions and give the crown of the best team of the 2023 Global Champions League (GCL) as both series come to an end in […]

Duel in the Desert! Winner Takes it All as Longines Global Champions Tour Finals Heads to Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 22, 2023 – The equestrian world is buzzing with anticipation as the prestigious Longines Global Champions Tour Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, are set to take place on October 26 – 28. As the pinnacle of the 2023 season, the Finals promises to […]

Madrid in Motion are the Masters of the Global Champions League of Rome!

Rome, Italy – September 15, 2023 – In one of the most tantalising GCL competitions of the 2023 season Madrid In Motion’s pair of Laura Kraut (USA) and Maikel van der Vleuten (NED) secured victory as the only team on 4 penalty-points in Rome. With Rome’s iconic backdrop […]

Peder Fredricson Makes Triumphant Return as the Stockholm Hearts Steal the Spotlight in London

London, England – August 12, 2023 – Returning from injury, Peder Fredricson secured the win for the Stockholm Hearts powered by H&M We Love Horses the win after a foot perfect double clear from teammate Olivier Philippaerts (BEL). The world of equestrian sports witnessed an extraordinary triumph at […]

Four out of Top Five at Iconic Longines Global Champions Tour of London

London, England – August 08, 2023 – The stage is set for an exhilarating equestrian spectacle as the world’s top riders converge upon Royal Hospital Chelsea for the highly anticipated Longines Global Champions Tour of London, taking place from August 10th to 13th, 2023. The world’s premier horses and […]

Paris Panthers Power to Third Win of the Season at the Global Champions League of Riesenbeck

Riesenbeck, Germany – July 22, 2023 – The 2023 Championship race heatts up… In the huge grass arena at Riesenbeck in the heart of Germany, the Paris Panthers successfully closed the Championship gap to Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian with back-to-back GCL wins. The thrilling showdown culminated in […]

Paris Panthers Power Closer to the Lead Winning the Global Champions League of A Coruña

A Coruña, Spain – July 14, 2023 â€“ A Coruña, a picturesque coastal city in Spain, was electrified today with equestrian excitement as it played host to the thrilling and crucial tenth stage of the 2023 GCL team series. It was Ben Maher (GBR) with Ginger Blue and Harrie […]

Unstoppable! Riesenbeck International Earns Fifth Win of the Season at Global Champions League of Monaco

Monaco, Monte Carlo – June 30, 2023 – Continuing their phenomenal form, Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian won their fifth stage of the intense 2023 Global Champions League season under the lights in the port of Monaco.  Extending their Championship lead even further, Christian Kukuk on Just Be […]

Stockholm Hearts Win Global Champions League in Thrilling Fashion on Home Soil

Stockholm, Sweden – June 16, 2023 – Stockholm Hearts powered by H&M We Love Horses triumphed for the second year at GCL Stockholm presented by Fastator securing back-to-back home victories. Once again Peder Fredricson (SWE) and Malin Bayard-Johnsson (SWE) emerged victorious on their home soil with Hansson WL […]

Riesenbeck International Impress at Cannes Winning the 100th Stage of the Global Champions League

Cannes, France – June 09, 2023 – Celebrating the GCL’s 100th stage in Cannes presented by Volvo it was Christian Kukuk (GER) and Philipp Schulze Topphoff (GER) who managed to secure the win in the momentous occasion for Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian.  This weekend marks a […]

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 […]

Paris Panthers Power to Championship Lead Winning Global Champions League of Madrid CSI 5*

Madrid, Spain – May 12, 2023 – The much-awaited Global Champions League of Madrid CSI 5* presented by Caixabank was a spectacular showcase of world-class talent. As the prestigious Club de Campo Villa de Madrid filled with a large and enthusiastic audience. On the opening day of the […]

Riesenbeck International Reclaim Lead Winning Global Champions League of Mexico City

Mexico City, Mexico – April 21, 2023 –In what was a celebration of lifestyle, color, and high-end equestrian competition, the third stage of the 2023 GCL team series was set against the backdrop of one of the most vibrant and colorful cities in the world, Mexico City.  Under […]

Marcus Ehning & Stargold Continue to Shine at Al Shaqab Claiming Another Win there!

Doha, Qatar – March 03, 2023 – Marcus Ehning (GER) and Stargold are certainly at their brightest when the dynamic duo compete at Al Shaqab. As the German stated last week, his horse loves the stunning arena there and that was the case on Saturday as the pair […]

Back with a Bang! Riesenbeck International Secure the Win in Global Champions League Season Opener

Doha, Qatar – March 03, 2023 – At the buzzing Longines Arena, Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland emerged triumphant, securing the ranking lead in 2023’s opening GCL leg. The first leg of the thrilling 2023 championship race saw unbeatable performances today in Doha by the team’s top guns. […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines Global Champions Tour of Doha CSI 5*

Doha, Qatar – February 28, 2023 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the stunning Al Shaqab with the running of the first leg of the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) & Global Champions League (GCL) season. Once again, a star-studded list of riders and horses has been […]

2023 Longines Global Champions Tour & Global Champions League Declared Open at Doha, Qatar

Doha, Qatar – February 28, 2023 –The 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and Global Champions League (GCL) seasons were officially declared open yesterday in Doha as as the prestigious circuit gets underway for a 17th season.  Al Shaqab returns as the launchpad for the 2023 season which […]

Global Champions League Teams Revealed for 2023 Turbo-Charged Championship Race

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – February 17, 2023 – Is this going to be the most competitive Global Champions League season yet?  After one of the most intense off-season periods ever, the all-star 2023 GCL lineup can be revealed with top riders switching teams and exciting new names joining the […]

Brand New Format Announced for 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour & Global Champions League

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – December 12, 2022 – 2023 brings an exciting new weekend format for the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) show schedules. The 16-event series is committed to developing the sport in the modern era by continuing rapid and exciting growth for LGCT and GCL and […]

Riders & Horses for the Global Champions League Prague Playoffs CSI 5*

Prague, Czech Republic – November 16, 2022 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the “Clash of Champions” at the Global Champions Prague Playoffs CSI 5*. Henrik von Eckermann (SWE) has had a fantastic year, claiming Individual and Team Gold at the 2022 FEI World Championships in Herning, Denmark. […]

Malin Baryard-Johnsson Withdraws from Global Champions League Playoffs

Stockholm, Sweden – November 15, 2022 – Due to H&M Indiana having a small wound on her leg from being out in the field, Malin Baryard-Johnsson (SWE) has sadly had to withdraw from the biggest event of the season the LGCT Super Grand Prix and GCL Super Cup taking […]

Berlin Eagles Look to Extend Lead in GCL Season Standings on Home Soil

Hamburg, Germany – May 28, 2022 – Depite the eighth-place finish last Saturday at the Global Champions League of Ramatuelle – Saint Tropez CSI 5*, the Berlin Eagles still have a commanding lead at the top of the 2022 GCL season standings, having tallied a total of 112 […]

Two Legends Propel the Valkenswaard United to Pole Position at Global Champions League of Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany – May 26, 2022 – Show jumping legends John Whitaker (GBR) and Marcus Ehning (GER) showed their true class in a knife-edge GCL of Hamburg, after today’s first-round saw 4 teams finish on a clean sheet and five teams just a rail behind. With time a […]

Longines Global Champions Tour Season Intensifies with Six-Week Spring Across Europe

A thrilling 6-week sprint around Europe will dramatically raise the temperature in the Longines Global Champions Tour and Global Champions League (GCL) championship battles. This week the global circuit pit stops in St Tropez (19 – 21 May) and the stunning French Riviera event which will test the best riders […]

Berlin Eagles Fly the Highest at the Top of the Global Champions League Standings

Madrid, Spain – May 16, 2022 – After registering their second win of the season last Saturday at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Madrid, the Berlin Eagles lead the pack in the 2022 Global Champions League Championship race. They now have a toal of 98 points compared […]

Dream Team Stockholm Hearts Steal the Spotlight at GCL of Ramatuelle – Saint Tropez

Ramatuelle, Saint Tropez, France – May 19, 2022 – The dream team pairing of Peder Fredricson (SWE) and Malin Baryard-Johnsson (SWE) secured Stockholm Hearts, powered by H&M We Love Horses their second pole position of the season after turning up the heat in L’Opera Saint-Tropez GCL Round 1. […]

A Flight to Victory by the Berlin Eagles at the Global Champions League of Madrid

Mexico City, Mexico – May 14, 2022 – The German duo from Berlin Eagles powered by Fundis brought home a second win of the season, after a spectacular Spanish showdown saw thrills, spills and top sporting action. Christian Kukuk and Philipp Weishaupt (GER) withstood enormous pressure to convert […]

Berlin Eagles Secure Pole Position as Youth Impress at Global Champions League of Madrid

Madrid, Spain – May 13, 2022 – The Berlin Eagles powered by Fundis duo of Christian Kukuk (GER) and Philipp Weishaupt (GER) soared to the top of the leaderboard today in Round 1 of GCL Madrid with a knife-edge result promising thrilling action in tomorrow’s Super Saturday Spanish […]

Battle of Madrid Set to Begin as Berlin Eagles & Hamburg Giants are Equal in Points in the Season Standings!

Mexico City, Mexico – May 12, 2022 – The Global Champions League (GCL) of Madrid promises to be a thriller right to wire! Heading to the fourth leg of the season and first event in Europe the competition couldn’t be any tighter. After their win in Mexico the […]