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THEY WERE GOOD DAYS!

Valkenswaard, 03/08/2025 – The International Concours Valkenswaard is over. The most exciting clincher was the CN WorldWide Derby, the biggest one was the final of the Medium Tour and the funniest was the grooms jumping.

People were still talking about Daniel Deusser´s victory of the sixth leg of the Global Champions Tour. The combination Daniel Deusser (GER) and Air Jordan Z was fast and careful, assuring the first prize yesterday evening.

The final of the Young Horses was registered to Enrique Gonzalez. The Mexican finished in 35.59 seconds, leaving number 2 of the GCT’s sixth leg, Nick Skelton (GBR), behind him. The Swedish rider Angelie von Essen became third in 37.90 seconds.

The CN WorldWide Derby set the tone for the day. It promised to be a short but powerful class with 18 starters. And it resulted in one. The 1.80m high wall was just a little too high for some to either get on or to get off, and for others it appeared that the water jump was too difficult. The visitors were aware of the difficulty of the Derby and sighed and moaned with every jump. After an exciting jump-off, the class on time was won by Roger Yves Bost (FRA) that proved to be able to ride a derby with Kire Royal Star. The natural jumps were no problem for Henk van de Pol either, but it took him just a little more time as Bost, but he finished in 109.31 seconds, good enough for a second place.

Julien Epaillard (FRA) became third with Lord du Janlie, with Malin Baryard-Johnsson (SWE) and Beat Mändli (SUI) behind him.

The big final of the Medium Tour had an Italian touch. After the first round, where it appeared as if the audience was still at the Derby with their minds, there were 9 nominees for the jump-off. Eventually, only 8 riders would start because Marco Kutscher (GER) decided not to start Montender 2. Uriël Taken went first with Rendez-Vous after mentioning: “I am finally in the jump-off and I have to go against the top riders of the world!” Although he came far, his clear round was not fast enough and he became eighth. Henk van de Pol (NED) rode clear in 37.55 seconds and became third with Dan 7-T. He had to step aside for Ludger Beerbaum (GER) who finished in 37.38 seconds. The big winner was Italian Piergiorgio Bucci who later said: “I am very happy with my victory. I already said to my groom that I am going for it and that I would be either first or last!” He went clear in 36.58 seconds with Da Zara Kanebo (Konkorde x Ramiro) and won €7.500.

Before the next class, they also announced the winner of the Mappa Mondo drawing match. The youngest visitors of the International Concours Valkenswaard were delighted with a GCT cap, a GCT shirt, a barbecue at Zomerhof or a photo shoot at Studio Lemmens. After the announcement, they also received posters and pictures were made.

The best clincher of the International Concours Valkenswaard was the grooms jumping. This time, the roles were reversed and for once, the riders were biting their nails at the entrance when their ‘rider’ rode through the arena. At the end of the day, they played the French anthem for Fabian lajaut, who normally is the groom for Hubert Bourdy

A BEAUTIFUL DAY AT THE CSI VALKENSWAARD

Valkenswaard, the Netherlands 02/08/2025 – Today, the finals of several classes have been ridden, but the biggest one was the sixth leg of the Global Champions Tour, the VDL Groep Grand Prix. Read more

Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum and Chedckmate win the Global Champions Tour Grand Prix at Estoril

Estoril, Portugal 12/07/2025 - First rider Sergio Alvarez Moya from Spain awaited the destiny to be the first rider in the fifth leg of the Global Champions Tour, presented by CN and CN WorldWide. Read more

Beezie Madden triumps at Estoril

Estoril, Portugal - The final class before the Global Champions Tour Grand Prix, was an exciting 2 phase jumping. Frank Rothenberger had made it possible for every type of horse to overcome the obstacles, but because both phases were on time, not every rider was able to complete it without throwing off the poles. Read more

FLYING THROUGH ANOTHER DAY AT ESTORIL

The classes of the CSI 5* Estoril were turned around tonight. Instead of starting with class 3, they started with class 4, which was one on time. It was a successful switch for some riders. After another sunny day in Cascais, the top riders were ready for another day of equestrian showjumping at the highest level. Read more

LEXUS COMBINES POWER WITH GLOBAL CHAMPIONS TOUR ESTORIL

From 10 to 12 July, the CSI 5* Estoril takes place at the Hipódromo Municipal Manuel Possolo. This equestrian centre lies in the pretty costal town of Cascais, Portugal and is the fifth leg of the Global Champions Tour, presented by CN and CN WorldWide. Read more

BEAUTIFUL SHOWGROUND IN ESTORIL IS HOME TO NEXT GCT LEG

Valkenswaard, the Netherlands 04/07/2025 – Jan Tops is confident about the event in Estoril: “It is one of my favorite legs. The ground, the sun, the atmosphere, the event is absolutely beautiful! This will be the third year the GCT stops in Estoril, and with the experience of previous years it is sure to be the best!”

From 10 to 12 July, the amazingly green showgrounds of Estoril will be home to the fifth leg of the Global Champions Tour, presented by CN and CN WorldWide. he Cascais Hipodromo Municipal will be filled with the world’s best combinations of riders and horses, all trying to overcome the course which will be built by Frank Rothenberger. The German course designer will also co-design the courses at the Olympic Games in Beijing with Olaf Petersen. Petersen attended the International Jumping de Monte-Carlo where Richard Spooner went home with €100,000.

30 Of the top 34 riders in the Rolex Rankings have confirmed their participation, and all are looking forward to going to this beautiful city, with its bright blue sea, and rich heritage.

Laura Kraut mentioned that she is looking forward to going, because it is an excellent show. “I cannot think of a better show to confirm my participation to, I am really looking forward to ride into that arena and jump the fences.”

After the International Jumping de Monte-Carlo, Denis Lynch is back on top of the Global Champions Tour Rankings. He gained15 points with his 4th place in Monte-Carlo, and jumped back to number 1 in the overall rankings, having a total of 47 points. Jos Lansink is ranked second with 42 points, followed by the winner of Cannes, Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum who has 36 points. 9 Of the top 10 riders of the GCT Ranking will be present at the CSI 5* Estoril. The GCT’s media partner Eurosport has arranged for a live broadcast, which allows viewers at home to follow the CSI Estoril and all the beautiful things this event has to offer.

Richard Spooner (USA) wins the GCT at Monte Carlo

Riding Cristallo, Richard Spooner (USA) claimed victory at Monte Cralo, the fourth leg of the Global Champions Tour. Second place went to Marcus Ehning (GER) aboard Vulkano and another German Ulrich Gunter Hermann Kirchoff finished in 3rd place aboard Carino. Read more

IT WAS AUSTRALIA AGAINST THE USA, WITH A TOUCH OF MONEGASQUE PRESENCE

Guiseppe Rolli fell off his horse, Christina Liebherr’s horse went through the jump and Jean-Marc Nicolas was eliminated, but other than that, it was just a tough course. Again with long lines and sharp turns, Olaf Petersen wanted to get the best from the riders as a test for the Grand Prix on Saturday. Read more

Majestic City Hosts Global Champions Tour

Valkenswaard, the Netherlands 19/06/2025 – Barely back from International Jumping de Cannes, and another trip to the south coast of France is scheduled. The Global Champions Tour, presented by CN and CN WorldWide, goes to the Principality of Monaco, to the Boulevard Albert 1er to be exact. Read more

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