Tag: Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping

A First for France! Simon Delestre & Cayman Jolly Jumper Claim the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 16, 2025 – The Dutch Masters – the highly anticipated first Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Major of the calendar year – came to a thrilling conclusion this afternoon with the highlight class, the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5*, […]

Rolex Grand Slam: Questions & Answers with Christian Kukuk

What an amazing year yourself and your team have had! Can you tell us about how important they have been in your successes? Having a great team supporting you is crucial to be a successful rider. In show jumping there is so much work  – managing the horses, […]

Martin Fuchs Wins Second Consecutive $3,000,000 CPKC ‘International’, presented by Rolex

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Canada — September 08, 2024 — An incredible final weekend of the ‘Masters’ culminated in a stunning repeat victory for Swiss dynamo Martin Fuchs (SUI) and super steed Leone Jei, as they claimed a second consecutive win in the $3,000,000 CPKC International CSIO 5*, presented by […]

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

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada  —  September 04, 2024 — It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2024 Spruce Meadows’ Masters Tournament CSIO 5* this week with the running of the third leg of the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping there. Certainly, one of the signature attractions of the year, […]

Spruce Meadows: A Brief History

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada – August 13, 2024 – The CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament – one of the four Majors which make up the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping – has a rich and impressive history. Over the past 50 years the Southern family have […]

Pedigree Story: DSP Chakaria by Adriana van Tillburg

DSP Chakaria The DSP bred mare, DSP Chakaria (Chap I – Askaria 3 x Askari, breeder: Martin Jürgens) produced a sensational performance during her three clear rounds in the CHIO Aachen Rolex Grand Prix. She showed under the saddle of André Thieme (GER) an unbelievable fighting spirit. Powerful […]

André Thieme & DSP Chakaria Bring Down the House in the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 06, 2024 – What a €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSI 5*, what a finale for the 2024 CHIO Aachen! André Thieme (GE)R hadn’t actually qualified to compete in the highlight of the weekend. But on Saturday evening he found out that he had […]

Questions & Answers with Frank Rothenberger: Course Designer of the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen

For you, why is the CHIO Aachen such a special show? The CHIO Aachen is the biggest equestrian show in the world and the Rolex Grand Prix there is one of the toughest Grands Prix to exist in show jumping. I always feel a lot of pressure when […]

Rolex Grand Slam: Questions & Answers with Josie Eliasson

Could you introduce yourself and tell us about your job? My name is Josefine and I have worked for Jessica Springsteen for the last eight years. In the beginning, I was based at her home yard and I rode a little bit, but for the past six years, […]

Questions & Answers with Alin Seidler: Maikel van der Vleuten’s Top Groom Tells it All!

Could you introduce yourself and tell us what your role is… My name is Alin, and I have worked for Maikel van der Vleuten for almost one year. I started my career 10-years-ago in Germany at Holsteiner Verband. What made you want to pursue a career in horses? […]

The 2024 Dutch Masters Rider Watch: Past Winners & High-Ranked Riders!

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 07, 2024 – The Dutch Masters – the first Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Major of the calendar year, and the final Major to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the concept – takes place from 7–10 March and will welcome the world’s […]

Riders & Horses for the Dutch Masters CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 06, 2024 – It’s showtime for showjumping and the first Major of the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping at the 2024 Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant Horse Show CSI 5*. As the current contender for the Rolex Grand Slam, Richard Vogel (GER) faces […]

Rolex Grand Slam: Questions & Answers with Richard Vogel

Congratulations! You are the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping live contender, how are you feeling ahead of The Dutch Masters? I am excited and looking forward to competing at The Dutch Masters. My position has changed significantly since the CHI Geneva as I was not one of […]

Live Streaming & Order-of-go in the $3,000,000 CPKC International Grand Prix CSIO 5* at Spruce Meadows

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada – September 10, 2023 – It`s showtime for showjumping and the third Major of the 2023 Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping, the $3,000,000 CPKC International Grand Prix CSIO 5*, presented by Rolex this Sunday to conclude the Masters CSIO 5* & CSI 2* at […]

Riders & Horses for the Spruce Meadows Masters CSIO 5*

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada – September 06, 2023 – Showtime showjumping is underway at the 2023 Masters Tournament CSIO 5* at Spruce Meadows! Winner of the of the $700,000 RBC Grand Prix of Canada CSI 5* last June at the venue, Lillie Keenan (USA) looks to fly high […]

Marcus Ehning & Stargold “Ride to Stardom” in the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*

Aachen, Germany – July 02, 2023 – On Sunday morning anticipation was palpable in the air of the Aachen Soers Showground, as over 40,000 eager spectators prepared for the World Equestrian Festival’s pinnacle class, the €1,500,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO 5*. To add to the excitement […]

McLain Ward on Winning the Rolex Grand Slam: “It is a Huge, Historical Challenge!”

Aachen, Germany – July 01, 2023 – He has already been one of the most successful show-jumpers in the world for years. After his Major victories in Geneva and at The Dutch Masters, McLain Ward (USA) now has the opportunity to win the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping […]

Major Dreams Possible as McLain Ward & HH Azur Win €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch – The Netherlands – March 12, 2023 – The pinnacle class of The Dutch Masters came in the form of Sunday’s €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5*, part of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. The Brabanthallen’s knowledgeable crowd was full of anticipation, ahead […]

Walking the Course with Louis Konickx at the Dutch Masters CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch – The Netherlands – March 11, 2023 – Louis Konickx (NED) is one of the most important course designers in the world. As the course designer for the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix of ‘s-Hertogenbosch CSI 5* on Sunday, Rolex Grand Slam had a Q&A with him ahead […]

Riders & Horses for the Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant Horse Show CSI 5*

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 08, 2023 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2023 The Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant Horse Show CSI 5*, event that features the first Major of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* next Sunday. After […]

Questions & Answers with McLain Ward – The Rolex Grand Slam Live Contender

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 08, 2023 – As the current contender for the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, McLain Ward (USA) had a Q&A with the folks at Rolex and here’s his interview: Congratulations! You are the Rolex Grand Slam Live Contender, how are you feeling […]

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

‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands – March 08, 2023 – It’s showtime for the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping and the first Major of the year, taking place this week during The Dutch Masters CSI 5*, event that culminates with the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* next Sunday. However, […]

Opening Major: 2023 Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping Kicks off Next Week at The Dutch Masters CSI 5*

Geneva, March 1, 2023 – Created in 1966 and held in the medieval city of ’s‑Hertogenbosch, The Dutch Masters CSI 5*-W attracts the world’s leading horse and rider combinations. The event’s blend of magnificent show jumping and elite dressage puts it at the very top of the international indoor […]

Jacqueline Ruyle Rules! Triumphant with Cyramo Z in $50,000 Griffis Residential Grand Prix CSI 2*

Wellington, Florida, USA – February 12, 2023 – After winning the qualifier on Friday, Texas native Jacqueline Ruyle (USA) raced to the top of the leaderboard in the CHF$50,000 Griffis Residential Grand Prix CSI 2*. With a first-round field of 44, the lucky number of the day seemed to […]

McLain Ward & HH Azur Claim Gold & Glory of the $1,200,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Geneva CSI 5*

Geneva, Switzerland – December 11, 2022 – The scene was then set for this year’s CHF $1,200,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*, in which 40 horse and rider combinations representing 14 nations – including 16 out of the current top 20-ranked riders – lined-up, each staking a claim […]

Behind the Stable Door: Questions & Answers with Louise Persson

Tell us a little bit about your journey to CHI Geneva… I flew from Miami to Belgium with Nayel Nassar’s Coronado and Igor Van De Wittemoere five days ago, and we stayed there until Tuesday night, before arriving in Geneva yesterday morning. They are feeling good and are […]

Links to Streaming Feeds of All Major Events this Week

Geneva, Switzerland – December 08, 2022 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the 2022 edition of the CHI of Geneva and a fantastic Friday at the prestigious indoor events already features one of the most exciting competitions of the year, the 21st Rolex IJRC Top 10 Final. But there’s […]

Questions & Answers with Daniel Deusser – Rolex Grand Slam Contender

Congratulations! You are the Rolex Grand Slam Live Contender once again, how are you feeling ahead of CHI Geneva? Which horse do you plan to compete with in the Rolex Grand Prix? I am feeling confident ahead of CHI Geneva. My horses have been in good shape over […]

Rolex Grand Slam Rider Watch: Favorites to Steal the Spotlight at Geneva

Geneva, Switzerland – December 07, 2022 – After his sensational win at in the CP ‘International’, Presented by Rolex at The CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament, Germany’s Daniel Deusser (GER) will be looking to continue his impressive form in the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Majors, having won two […]

Meet the Next Generation: Questions & Answers with Thibaut Keller

What are your plans, dreams and ambitions for 2023? My ambition and plan for 2023 is to achieve a podium during the European Championships at Riesenbeck International in September. What has been the proudest moment of your career so far? The proudest moment of my career so far […]