A Memorable Day at Spruce Meadows The final day of the 2018 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* brought excitement to the grounds as fans packed the grandstands surrounding the International Ring to watch the CP ‘International’, presented by Rolex and part of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. […]
Kent Farrington (USA) is back to business at the top of the sport after injury early this year. The American is on top form again, having won several CSI 5* classes and two grand prix victories. The Rolex testimonee rider is competing for more glory today as one […]
How did you start your career in equestrian sport? Both my parents ride – my father competes for the Canadian team and my mum used to compete for the U.S. Show Jumping Team – so you could say I was very much brought up around horses! I rode […]
To win the Rolex Grand Prix at the CHIO Aachen in front of your home crowd must have been amazing, what was going through your mind? This was my second Rolex Grand Prix victory at the CHIO Aachen, so I knew already what an amazing reception I would […]
Aachen, Germany – July 22, 2018 – The second Major of 2018 has been won by Germany’s Marcus Ehning riding Pret A Tout, as horse and rider produced three exceptional clear rounds in the highlight of CHIO Aachen, the Rolex Grand Prix. Second place went to Luciana Diniz […]
And the winner is… Marcus Ehning wins the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen Germany’s Marcus Ehning gave the 40,000 patriotic spectators a reason to celebrate at CHIO Aachen, as he clinched the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix title aboard his 15-year-old chestnut gelding, Pret A Tout. Although this is […]
Marcus Ehning’s performance today in the €1,000,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* at the CHIO Aachen 2018 wasn’t just the ride to victory. It was a demonstration of wonderful show jumping, fantastic advertising for the equestrian sport and also to an extent due to the support of the […]
McLain Ward (USA) won the second Rolex Grand Prix qualifier of the week, the €101,000 Prize of North Rhine-Westfalia CSI 5*. McLain paid tribute to his stunning 11-year-old mare, Clinta, following his victory: Can you tell us about Clinta? I purchased her in February this year, I actually […]
The second Major of the year, the Rolex Grand Prix at CHIO Aachen, takes place on 22nd July and is expected to attract over 40,000 spectators to witness the prestigious competition. The course, set by Frank Rothenberger, is considered to be one of the most challenging and demanding […]
Can You Talk Us Through Your Incredible Recovery Process? “I am a really active person, so I didn’t want to rest for too long. After the surgery I was walking around the hospital on crutches when everyone else was asleep – I think it was only 10 or […]
What have you been up to since winning the Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* at the Dutch Masters? “Straight after winning the Rolex Grand Prix I celebrated with my team, we were all so excited! It was a late finish that evening, but because I only live an […]
Niels Bruynseels is the new Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping live contender following a sensational performance in the Rolex Grand Prix at the Dutch Masters, one of the four Majors that make up the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. Under the spotlights of the Brabanthal arena, the world’s best horse and rider combinationsbattled […]
The first equestrian Major of the year has been won by Niels Bruynseels (BEL) riding Gancia de Muze. Second place went to Marcus Ehning (GER) riding Cornado NRW and third place to Harrie Smolders (NED) riding Emerald. The bright lights of the Brabanthal illuminated the stage for the […]
BEHIND THE SCENES WITH… LORENZO DE LUCA, NUMBER ONE ITALIAN RIDER WHO DO YOU THINK IS YOUR BIGGEST COMPETITOR ON SUNDAY? “There were some great performances yesterday. I think Philipp Weishaupt is looking very good, of course Daniel Deusser was on top form last night and Luciana Diniz […]
WORLD CHAMPION JEROEN DUBBELDAM AND TEAM OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST KEVIN STAUT WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU AS A RIDER TO COME BACK AND TRY AND WIN THIS ROLEX GRAND PRIX, WHICH IS NOW PART OF THE ROLEX GRAND SLAM OF SHOW JUMPING? Kevin Staut: “It is very emotional, […]
The line-up for The Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant (8-11 March) has never looked better. Nine riders out of the world’s top 10 will compete at the Rolex Grand Slam in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. The Dutch Masters – Indoor Brabant has made another significant step forward by joining the Rolex […]
The world’s top riders will converge in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands, from 08 – 11 Marchfor The Dutch Masters, the newest addition to the world’s ultimate prize in show jumping – the Rolex Grand Slam. Eight of the world’s top 10 riders are expected to contest the highly anticipated Rolex […]
Santa Claus has already “brought” a great Christmas “gift” to both Ludger Beerbaum Stables and their top rider Philipp Weishaupt (GER). The good news is that the now former owner of LB Convall, Hans Liebherr, reached an agreement to sell the 10-year-old Holsteiner Verband Hengsthaltung & Vermarktung stallion (Colman x Cascavelle) to Ludger’s equestrian […]
Congratulations on your victory in the Rolex Grand Prix at the 2017 CHI de Genève 5*! You came close a few times before, now you have finally succeeded in winning a Major. Kent Farrington: I am overjoyed, but to be honest I am still in a state of shock. I have […]
The CHI de Genève 5* came to a close this afternoon in Switzerland and the curtain call couldn’t have been more exciting. Forty of the world’s best combinations faced a forward but very challenging course in the first round of the $1,200,000 Rolex Grand Prix, the third jewel of the Rolex […]
Kent Farrington (USA) & Gazelle (Kashmir van Schuttershof x Indoctro) flying towards a Major victory in the $1,200,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5* during the CHI de Genève 5* in Swizterland. Photo: © Scoopdyga.com by Pierre Costabadie
At the CHI de Genève 2017, Philipp Weishaupt (GER) and Gregory Wathelet (BEL) have the chance of claiming their second Major victory this year. An interview with the two Grand Slam candidates about fighting spirit, headstrong partners and prestigious Grands Prix that every rider wants to win once in a lifetime. The competitions at […]
The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping of is returning to Switzerland for the last Major in the year: The best show-jumpers in the world will be competing against each other from December 7th-10th at the CHI de Genève 2017. An interview with the current Grand Slam contender, Philipp Weishaupt @ Philipp Weishaupt, who will […]
Fans of show jumping, fans of any sport, were completely captivated by the level of thrilling competition today for the CP International, presented by Rolex. Philipp Weishaupt of Germany took home the title and million dollar championship cheque, before a capacity, overflow, crowd, after a stupendous double clear […]
Fans of show jumping, fans of any sport, were completely captivated by the level of thrilling competition today for the CP International, presented by Rolex. Philipp Weishaupt of Germany took home the title and million dollar championship cheque, before a capacity, overflow, crowd, after a stupendous double clear […]
The qualifiers are over, the starting list has been printed: 50 world-class pairs will take on the ultimate challenge on Sunday in the legendary “International Ring” of Spruce Meadows and will battle it out to claim the victory in the “CP ‘International’, presented by Rolex that is endowed […]
