Tag: Global Champions League

The Stars of Show Jumping Return to the Showgrounds of Cannes!

Cannes, France – May 05, 2022 – The Hespérides stadium will be welcoming the biggest names in show-jumping from the 2nd to the 4th  of June for the 39th edition of the Jumping International de Cannes, a prestigious stage of the Longines Global Champions Tour. Following a two […]

Jur Vrieling & Fiumicino van de Kalevallei Claim the €95,200 Mercedes Benz Trophy CSI 5* at Mexico City

Mexico City, Mexico – April 29, 2022 – An exciting afternoon of showjumping took place last Friday during Longines Global Champions Tour of Mexico CSI 5* & 2*. Friday’s main attraction was the €95,200 Mercedes Benz Trophy CSI 5*. A total of 45 combinations participated in the very […]

Hamburg Giants “Slay the Dragons” at the Global Champions League of Mexico City

Mexico City, Mexico – April 30, 2022 – The Hamburg Giants kick-started their 2022 GCL season campaign with a breathtaking win in Mexico City, dramatcially snatching victory from the only other team on a clean sheet, the St. Tropez Pirates. Brilliant double clear from the seasoned Jur Vrieling (NED) […]

Shanghai Swans Soar to Pole Position at the Global Champions League of Mexico City CSI 5*

Mexico City – April 29, 2022 – The Shanghai Swans powered to pole position in an intensely competitive first round of the Global Champions League of Mexico as riders Christian Ahlmann (GER) and Katrin Eckermann (GER) vowed to convert their strong position into a win tomorrow. Ahlmann explained: “We […]

Berlin Eagles Lead the Pack in the Global Champions League Title Race

Miami Beach, Florida, USA – April 20, 2022 – The Berlin Eagles have flown into the lead of the 2022 Global Champions League (GCL) title race after winning the second leg of the team championship series at Miami Beach last Saturday. Propelled by the power of Ludger Beerbaum (GER) […]

A Flawless Feat! Berlin Eagles Soar to Win Global Champions League of Miami Beach

Miami Beach, USA – April 16, 2022 – It was a moment for the history books as Berlin Eagles‘ dynamic duo of Ludger Beerbaum (GER) and Christian Kukuk (GER) became the first team to ever win GCL Miami Beach on a score of 0 faults. Riding Mila and Mumbai […]

Paris Panthers Power to Pole Position at Global Champions League of Miami Beach CSI 5*

Miami Beach, Florida, USA – April 15, 2022 – It was a textbook double clear from Darragh Kenny (IRL) riding Chic Chic and new member of the Paris Panthers, Ben Maher (GBR) with Faltic HB next to the glittering Atlantic ocean to claim the top spot after GCL Miami Beach Round 1.  […]

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

Miami Beach, Florida, USA – It’s showtime for showjumping once again as riders as horses take to the skies in the second leg of both the 2022 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and Global Champions League (GCL), taking place on the sands right next to the Atlantic Ocean […]

A-List Line-Up for Magical Return of Longines Global Champions Tour of Miami Beach CSI 5* & 2*

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – April 04, 2022 – Making an electric return to the LGCT calendar this year, the Longines Global Champions Tour heads to the breathtaking destination of Miami Beach, with a formidable line-up of the world’s top show jumpers vying for success on the sandy shoreline from […]

Stockholm Hearts: “Team of Love” Conquers More Hearts with the Win in GCL of Doha

Doha, Qatar – March 05, 2022 – Stockholm Hearts Powered by H&M We Love Horses nailed their debut performance as a team, winning GCL Doha on a clean sheet with power pairing Peder Fredricson and Malin Baryard-Johnsson. Starting their championship campaign the Swedish duo riding Hansson Wl and […]

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

Doha, Qatar – March 02, 2022 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the 2022 Longines Global Champions Tour! Riders and horses are ready to ride in pursuit of gold and glory throughout the week at the modern and stunning facilities of Al Shaqab. The first leg of the […]

Peder Fredricson Tops Star-Studded Rider List for Commercial Bank CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines

Doha, Qatar – February 22, 2022 – The world’s top-ranked showjumper – Sweden’s Peder Fredricson (SWE) – will lead the charge at Commercial Bank CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines 2022. Qatar’s premier international equestrian event will take place at the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab, a member […]

2022 Longines Global Champions Tour Calendar Revealed!

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – February 18, 2022 – It’s back. And bigger and better than ever. The much anticipated Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL 2022 calendar can be revealed today. After a busy few months preparing for the epic 17 event 2022 season, it is confirmed today that […]

Miami Celtics GCL Team Franchised by Frank & Monica McCourt for 2022 Season

Miami, Florida, USA – February 12, 2022 – The Miami Celtics today announced that Frank and Monica McCourt have franchised the acclaimed equestrian showjumping team for the 2022 season. The McCourts previously franchised the Celtics during the 2018 and 2019 winning-record seasons. Led by Olympic silver medalist Jessica […]

2022 Global Champions League Set to Be the Most Competitive Season with Strongest-Ever Team Line-Up

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – February 10, 2022 – Top sport. Intense rivalry. Drama and emotion all season. Are you ready for the 2022 GCL battle to begin? After a busy off-season of team transfers, new signings and renewed contracts the 2022 GCL starting grid has shaped up to […]

2022 LGCT & GCL to Kick off at Al Shaqab Doha – March 3-5

Doha, Qatar – January 25, 2022 – The iconic Longines Arena at Al Shaqab, a member of Qatar Foundation, will again provide the perfect stage for the spectacular launch of the 2022 Longines Global Champions Tour and the Global Champions League season.  The 2022 edition of the world’s […]

Live Streaming & Order-of-go in the €3,510,000 GCL Super Cup Final CSI 5*

Prague, Czech Republic – November 20, 2021 – It’s showtime for showjumping on Super Sunday at the 2021 Global Champions League Prague Playoffs with the richest class in the sport taking place, the €3,510,000 Global Champions League Super Cup CSI 5*. The Madrid in Motion, Paris Panthers, Berlin Eagles, […]

Shanghai Swans Lead the Pack in in High Adrenaline Global Champions League Super Cup Semifinal

Prague, Czech Republic – November 19, 2021 – It was a night of unprecedented high drama as six teams faced down extraordinary pressure in the cliffhanger GCL Semi-Finals to secure their place in Sunday’s showdown at the O2 Arena in Prague. The captivating GCL Semi-Final produced a rollercoaster […]

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

Prague, Czech Republic – November 15, 2021 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2021 Global Champions Prague Playoffs. The stars of showjumping and their top horses have gathered at the O2 Arena in the Czech capital for what promises to be a thrilling event. There is a […]

Less than One Week to Go! Riders Revealed for the Spectacular GC Prague Playoffs

Prague, Czech Ruplic – November 13, 2021 – This time next week the GC Prague Playoffs (18 – 21 November) will kick off with the world’s best riders and teams going into combat in the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix and the GCL Super Cup. The […]

Valkenswaard United Survive Ultimate Pressure to Secure the 2021 GCL Championship Title

Å amorín, Slovakia. – October 23, 2021 – The power pairing of world number one Peder Fredricson on H&M All In and Edwina Tops-Alexander with Fellow Castlefield propelled Valkenswaard United to victory in the 2021 GCL overall season Championship with drama until the final seconds in Å amorín, Slovakia. After […]

All You Need to Know to Follow & Watch the Global Champions League Championship Showdown at Samorin

Å amorín, Slovakia  – October 21, 2021 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the chase for the championship is on today at the X-Bionic Sphere! One more prance, one more dance to crown the 2021 Global Champions League Champion! The Valkenswaard United are favorites to win after having scored 288 points […]

Ben Maher & Explosion W Get off to a Great Start with Win at LGCT of Samorin CSI 5*

Å amorín, Slovakia – October 21, 2021 – Ben Maher (GBR) got off to a great start in his pursuit of the 2021 LGCT Championship title this week during the Longines Global Champions Tour of Samorin CSI 5* & 2*. Once again, the all-time great teamed up with his Olympic […]

Links to Streaming Feeds of All Major Events this Week

Å amorín, Slovakia – October 21, 2021 – It’s showtime for showjumping to crown the 2021 Longines Global Champions Tour Champion of Champions (LGCT) and the best team of the 2021 Global Champions League (GCL) season at the majesctic X-Bionic Sphere. It’s Peder Fredricson versus Ben Maher (GBR) for the […]

Battle Line Drawn as Star Strikers are Revealed for Final Global Champions League Face-off in Šamorín

Å amorín, Slovakia – October 20, 2021 – High stakes, enormous pressure and big expectations… The 2021 GCL  is set to reach fever pitch as the unmissable showdown rockets to its conclusion this weekend in Å amorín. This year the GCL team competitions have seen more drama, tactics and excitement […]

Doha Falcons Fly the Highest to Win Global Champions League of Šamorín

Å amorín, Slovakia – October 16, 2021 – Doha Falcons converted their pole position into a sensational win at the stunning X-Bionic Sphere, Å amorín during the penultimate stage of the 2021 season. Bassem Mohammed (QAT) and Caletto Cabana teamed up with Yuri Mansur (BRA) on Vitiki to produce the […]

Doha Falcons on Pole Position as Shock Refusal Leaves Race Wide Open in GCL Samorin

Samorin, Slovakia – October 15, 2021 – Hot favourites Valkenswaard United pairing of world number one Peder Fredricson (SWE) and leading lady Edwina Tops-Alexander (AUS) finished with an unexpected 14 faults to carry over to tomorrow’s second-round – putting their chances of claiming the Championship win this weekend […]

Links to Streaming Feeds of All Major Events this Weekend

Samorin, Slovakia – October 14, 2021 – The prancing and dancing has already begun but the best is still to come this week at several FEI-level horse shows around the world. From the heart of showjumping in Europe, to the United States, it doesn’t get much better than […]

LGCT Championship Battle Set To Reach Fever Pitch at Penultimate Stage of the Season in Samorin

Samorin, Slovakia – October 07, 2021 – The thrilling final stages of the Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL 2021 season will be staged in the beautiful setting of Å amorín on the shores of the River Danube. The X-Bionic Sphere resort will host the 14th stage next week […]

Valkenswaard United Lead the Chase for the 2021 Global Champions League Title

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – October 05, 2021 –  After the 13th stage of the Global Champions League (GCL) last month in Rome, the Valkenswaard United have jumped ahead of the pack in the title chase, having registered 277 points until then, a lead of 21 points over the […]