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Three continents, 13 countries, 16 destinations, more than €36 million in prize money, two championship races, one awe-inspiring season.
From the Middle East to the Americas and world-famous destinations in the heart of Europe, the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour cements the circuit’s powerful global footprint in some of the most spectacular venues around the world.
Once again visiting iconic capital cities, world-renowned destinations and breathtaking Riviera settings, the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL will bring a plethora of show jumping, hospitality and entertainment at the highest level to fans around the world.
The 2023 season launched in Doha, the Qatari capital in the heart of the metropolitan Middle East, closely followed by the world-famous Miami Beach for leg two. Show jumping and sporting fans alike were then treated to a cultural smorgasbord in Mexico for the third leg.
Madrid kicked off the start of a ten-strong series of the Longines Global Champions Tour, acting as the perfect lead into the much anticipated Longines Global Champions Tour of Stockholm.
Following this weekend of top sport and premium hospitality, the tour heads to the likes of Paris and Monaco, before A Coruña and Riesenbeck - the two
latest additions to the Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL series. From there the iconic Royal Hospital Chelsea London plays host to the 12th leg of the 2023 season. The Championship race is then seen hitting a new gear at the home of show jumping in Valkenswaard, jetting off to Rome, Riyadh and the culmination of the year’s sporting action in the ultimate final showdown in Prague, Czech Republic.
Once again, precision, power and elegance are combined in two thrilling championship battles. LGCT and GCL winners, Olympic medallists and World Champions all compete in the highest echelon of the sport with the ultimate aim of a coveted podium finish at each leg of the 16-event strong season.
Embarking on the seventh year, the GCL sees 16 teams on the starting grid, with strategies and planning detailed to the finest precision, rivalry between teams is greater than ever, producing an electric atmosphere at events that truly has to be seen to be believed.
For those that can’t join the tour, all the sporting drama will unfold live on GCTV which will continue to innovate with new technology taking fans backstage with the stars at the extraordinary events world-wide.
Nestled in the heart of Scandinavia, Stockholm is a city that exudes timeless beauty, sophistication, and charm.
Often referred to as the ‘Venice of the North’, Stockholm is a city built on 14 islands, connected by 57 bridges, and surrounded by crystal-clear waters. With its colourful buildings, cobbled streets, and medieval architecture, the city is a treat for the eyes.
Stockholm is also home to world-class museums, art galleries, and restaurants, making it the perfect destination for those seeking culture and gastronomy.
Stockholm Stadion, located in the heart of the Swedish capital, is set to host the Longines Global Champions Tour for the 13th consecutive year in 2023.
The stadium, which was built in 1912 and has a seating capacity of 14,500, has a rich history of hosting major sporting events, including the 1912 Summer Olympics. With its central location, state-of-the-art facilities, and passionate spectators, electric atmosphere and top sport is guaranteed.
On behalf of the Longines management, I would like to extend to you a very warm welcome to the 7th leg of the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour in Stockholm, Sweden. We promise you many memorable sports moments with breathtaking performances to be delivered at this eagerly awaited event.
As the Title Partner, Official Timekeeper and Official Watch of this prestigious event, we will continue to be a dedicated supporter of showjumping and reinforce Longines’ longstanding ties with the equestrian world that date back to 1869. To further embrace the rich heritage of this revered discipline, we are pleased to cement the event’s world-class status with our unwavering commitment to precision and excellence, the same values that have been shared by many leading athletes in equestrian sports. This year again, we look forward to supporting the foremost riders vying for success in the seventh stage of the Longines Global Champions Tour and attending three days of enthralling competitions, from 16th to 18th June 2023 in the amazing city of Stockholm.
On this very special occasion, we would like to highlight the Official Watch of the event, an elegant timepiece of the new Longines DolceVita X YVY line. Swiss designer Yvonne Reichmuth has given the famously rectangular timepieces a new identity, with sophisticated leather straps. Referencing the equestrian world so dear to Longines, their design is evocative to bridles and harness.
I wish you a thrilling weekend filled with wonderful sports emotions at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Stockholm, where top-level show jumping meets the unique atmosphere of this city. I hope this event will leave you lasting memories.
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I am honoured to extend a warm welcome to the seventh round of the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour, which will be held in the picturesque and vibrant city of Stockholm. As one of the most eagerly awaited destinations on the circuit, Stockholm never disappoints with its blend of tradition and modernity, and its stunning natural beauty.
The Longines Global Champions Tour is a showcase of the world’s finest riders and horses, who will compete in an individual championship race and a team challenge in the GCL. The stakes are high, and the competition is intense, making for a thrilling weekend of top-class sport.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Longines, our Title Partner and Official Timekeeper, for their unwavering support over the years. I would also like to thank all of our partners, both locally and globally, for their invaluable contributions in making this event possible.
To our fans and viewers around the world, I extend my heartfelt thanks for your continued support and enthusiasm. Whether you join us in person or tune in via GCTV live streaming, you will witness the pinnacle of equestrian sport, accompanied by insightful commentary and expert analysis.
I look forward to welcoming you to Stockholm and to an unforgettable weekend of world-class sport, entertainment, and culture.
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As the Mayor of Stockholm, it is a great pleasure for me to once again welcome the ultimate elite in international show jumping to the capital of Sweden, and to our historic Olympic Stadium. Stockholm Stadium, completed for the 1912 Olympics, and also used for the equestrian games in 1956, is the world’s oldest Olympic stadium still in use. Many sports heroes have fought here, victories have been won, and tears of joy have flowed. Stockholm Stadium is an arena for all Stockholmers, young and old, to exercise and train year round free of charge. With its beautiful surroundings, it is a center for exercise, recreation, and elite sports. It is a place that bring people together.
I am also pleased that when the Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL passes through Stockholm, you invite the stars of the future, our young riders, to experience this atmosphere. We hope that they will be inspired by the established world stars and the star power that surrounds both riders and horses on the tour. Perhaps one of the young riders will one day come back and compete in the LGCT.
During your Stockholm visit, I hope you have time to see more of our city. You will find numerous historic sights, renowned museums, beautiful parks and nature not far from Stockholm Stadium. As a matter of fact, when you are at the stadium, you are right in the middle of the world’s first national city park.
I wish you a very pleasant stay and a wonderful experience in Stockholm – and the best of luck with the competitions!
MAYOR OF STOCKHOLMAs the 2023 season of the Longines Global Champions Tour gets underway, the ultimate individual championship race heats up. With 16-stops on the 2023 tour, horses and riders will be challenged by technical courses, new arenas, unique backdrops and fierce competition.
Top talent, both equine and human, return to the Longines Global Champions Tour in 2023 in pursuit of individual glory. Opening in Doha, the tour spans the continents of Asia, Europe, The Americas and Middle East, delivering unbeatable venues for the best in show jumping.
With Doha as the launch pad, the tour took to Miami Beach for the second leg. Swiftly followed by Mexico City, the tour was seen hitting a new gear heading into the heart of Europe to Madrid. Locations such as Monaco, Paris, A Coruña, London, Riesenbeck and the Longines Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard, are to follow for the exciting season ahead.
The undercurrent of all events is the race to the Final. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s capital city, for the second year, points earned by riders on each stop on the tour contribute to the result of the overall championship finale.
Won by Ben Maher in 2022, in what was labelled the Trifecta of Championships, Maher wrote himself into the history books by taking out his third Longines Global Champions Tour Champion of Champions title.
In a secondary race for glory, riders, owners and trainers alike will be looking to get their hands on a Golden Ticket, a qualification for the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix at the GC Prague Playoffs in November. Only 15 tickets up for grabs in 2023, with each winner earning one through a win in a Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix, if riders claim top podium position in more than one LGCT Grand Prix, the golden ticket is then handed down to the second placed rider.
As one of the highlights of each event on the Longines Global Champions Tour, the LGCT Grand Prix attracts jumping’s top riders team up with their best horses for individual honours in a series of spectacular competitions on the tour.
All eyes are firmly focused on the 16-leg tour this year, with the question on everyone’s lips… who will reach pole position on the leader board and earn the coveted title of Champion of Champions in 2023?
The height of Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix jumps will be set at 1.60m
Riders may choose to ride the horse of theirs best suited to the event, rather than having to stick to one mount throughout the year
40 horse and rider combinations will qualify for each LGCT Grand Prix by competing in the 5* classes preceding championship day
Throughout the year, points are allocated to each of the 40 riders according to their finishing place in each event’s LGCT Grand Prix over the season. Each rider’s top eight scores count towards the overall championship ranking and a share of the bonus prize money
Riders compete to win their share in over €36 million over the course of the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour
Each LGCT Grand Prix winner, or the next highest ranked athlete, secures a Golden Ticket and qualifies for the Super Grand Prix at the final showdown of the year, the GC Prague Playoffs.
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An exciting 2023 is underway, with GCL again welcoming 16 teams to the 16-event series set to battle it down in the championship race.
In the months leading up to the kick off of the 2023 season, strategy for success has been front of mind for Team Owners and Managers, who have been refining their approach to kick off what is set to be a highly charged year ahead.
This year sees a change in the GCL series with the introduction of a new weekend format, designed to benefit both horse, rider and team strategy. The biggest change will see Round 1 and Round 2 of the GCL team series now take place on the same day with again no drop score.
Launched in 2016, the GCL brings together the world’s best horse and rider combinations from across the world from different nationalities riding on the same teams, rather than decided by country. Each team must feature an U25 rider, providing young talent of today, and future world champions of tomorrow, a launchpad of opportunity to ride, train and build camaraderie amongst their idols and the best in the business.
Each stop on the tour sees the teams compete in two rounds. In true championship style, the team’s combined scores from Round 1 are taken through into Round 2. The easy format of no drop score makes it simple for new audiences in each destination to follow the team competition.
Round 1 of the GCL will see riders faced with a CSI 5* 1.55m class, with team managers strategizing for their best approach for a day of intense competition.
A short break between Round 1 and Round 2 could see strategic changes from Team Managers, who can swap in horses and/or riders between the back to back rounds, ultimately producing a highly competitive Round 2.
Round 2 of the GCL takes place straight after Round 1, is a CSI 5* 1.60m class. In Round 2, teams will be represented by two riders from their team, with scores and points at the end of the competition ultimately going towards their overall team score, and series standing.
Throughout the year teams earn points to the overall total and series standings which comes to a head in the Final in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The teams placed in the top four after the Final will be granted a fast track place at the GC Prague Playoffs for the GCL Super Cup Semi Finals, the ultimate final show-down.
The GCL competition is the ultimate teams challenge, where riders from across nations compete on the same teams in pursuit of glory
Each team can be represented by three riders at every event with only two riders competing in each round Teams are represented by two riders per round, with all scores counting to the final standings
Round 2 will see teams carry through their penalties from Round 1, ultimately deciding the starting order for Round 2
The overall winners of the GCL competition will be the team with the least combined penalties and the quickest time over Round 2
The series culminates in the GC Prague Playoffs where the teams ranked 5th and below will compete in the first day GCL Super Cup Quarter Final, with only eight teams carrying through to the next day’s competition - the Semi Final. They will be joined by the top four ranked teams in the overall season Championship, and battle to finish in the top six, making it through to the Final. Here the winning team will be crowned GCL Super Cup winners.
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Get ready to cheer on the Stockholm Hearts, as they battle it out against the top riders from around the world on their home turf in 2023!
Stockholm Hearts Powered by H&M We Love Horses are taking the GCL by storm in 2023, returning for their second year after an enviable 2nd place finish in the 2022 Championship.
In the classic, ‘why change if it’s not broken’, Peder Fredricson, Olivier Philippaerts, Nicola Philippaerts, Malin Baryard Johnsson, Lillie Keenan and rising U25 star Lily Attwood will again grace the GCL arenas as an unchanged team for 2023.
In 2023 eyes are just as closely watching team’s manager as they select which riders to field in each round, keeping the right horsepower and combinations front of mind ahead of the electric GCL Stockholm
Follow the team on social media, and subscribe to GCTV to track their results over the 2023 season, to see if they can fast track their way into the GCL Super Cup Semi-Finals at the GC Prague Playoffs this November, where the ultimate showdown in show jumping reaches its pinnacle. Don’t miss the action!
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Fierce. Unstoppable. Firepower. Just three words that describe Swedish show jumping sensation Malin Baryard-Johnsson.
Having begun riding at the age of 6, Malin quickly climbed the junior, young rider, and ultimately senior rankings, marking the beginning of an illustrious career.
With her Longines Global Champions Tour debut back in 2007, Malin has become a regular on the LGCT and GCL team series and is a firm fan favourite.
Malin’s debut on the GCL teams’ series saw her pull on the Berlin Eagles jersey in 2018. Her journey then turned to the Shanghai Swans in 2019, before finding her home with the Stockholm Hearts powered by H&M We Love Horses for the past two years.
The year 2023 has already proven to be a stellar season for Malin, with numerous podium finishes and impressive placings under her belt. Her sights are firmly set on qualifying once again for the GC Prague Playoffs, fuelled by her bold ambition and relentless pursuit of greatness.
Among Malin’s string of horses, H&M Indiana stands out as a remarkable partner. Their journey began when Malin took the reins at the young age of 7, and together, they have forged an unbreakable bond. Described as
the gift that keeps on giving, Malin and Indiana have shared an extraordinary career, marked by remarkable moments, including an astounding 7 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix podium finishes.
Fast Facts
• At time of writing, Malin has jumped 38 GCL rounds, with a staggering 26 being clear.
• She has also claimed 8 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix podium finishes in her time on tour
• 2022 saw Malin produce her most successful LGCT season to date, with an incredible 6 podium finishes. She coupled this with jumping 9 out of twelve clears for the Stockholm Hearts, finishing on the podium 6 times with fellow team members.
• Malin’s LGCT and GCL Average penalties per round is 1.6 – the lowest of all riders
• H&M Indiana is in the all-time top 10 of Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix competitors, with 7 podium finishes.
SCAN and re-live Malin’s highlights from the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL season so far!
During the seventh leg of the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour in Stockholm, Longines is proud to introduce the new Longines DolceVita X YVY line. Swiss designer Yvonne Reichmuth has given the famously rectangular timepieces a new identity, with sophisticated leather straps. Referencing the equestrian world so dear to Longines, their design is evocative to bridles and harness.
As the summer invites watch-wearers to bare their forearms and reveal the timepieces adorning them, the winged hourglass brand is unveiling its new line of Longines DolceVita X YVY models. The Swiss watch brand has matched its watches here with subtle double straps in leather, in three shades: double beige leather, brown and with black with rivets. The design of these models was entrusted to the Zurich-based company YVY, creators of sophisticated glam-rock accessories popular with international stars and a clientele looking for exclusivity.
The complementary worlds of Longines and YVY have come together in an almost instinctive collaboration. The straps of these Longines DolceVita X YVY models are made of Italian or Swiss leather. They are produced according to a traditional manufacturing method. Adorned and reinforced with metal details, their finishes are impeccable and feature striking references to the equestrian world beloved of the winged hourglass brand.
As the excitement from Stockholm settles down, the Longines Global Champions Tour gears up for its next stop in the magical city of Paris. The City of Lights will be illuminated by the world’s best show jumping horses and riders for the 8th stage of the 2023 calendar.
From June 23th to 25th, the Eiffel Tower will serve as a spectacular backdrop for this prestigious event. The Parisian leg of the tour is set to be a true highlight of the season, with both a 1* and 5* competition taking place in the historic grounds of the Champ de Mars.
The iconic venue, located in the heart of Paris, is surrounded by some of the city’s most famous landmarks such as the Ecole Militaire, the Seine River and the Grand Palais. With its stunning views and unrivaled atmosphere, the Longines Global Champions Tour of Paris promises to be a magical experience for all who attend.
The world’s best riders will be competing for unprecedented prize money and valuable points in both individual and team championships. The pressure is on as the competition heats up, and riders and their teams will be putting their skills to the test in front of a passionate and enthusiastic Parisian crowd.
Paris is a city known for its love of art, culture, and style, and this event embodies all of those qualities. The LGCT of Paris offers a perfect blend of elegance, excitement, and sport that is sure to captivate and thrill all who attend. So, mark your calendars and get ready for a truly unforgettable experience at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Paris.
Having started with Global Champions on 1 June 2013, Barbara Brune has been an important member of the team for over 10 years. With a passion for show jumping and a background in horse management, Barbara has played a crucial role in making the Longines Global Champions Tour the success it is today.
As an Event Production Manager Barbara’s role involves setting up the entire event from start to finish. She creates the layout, takes care of the sport aspect during the live events, and ensures the comfort of the horses is top of mind for riders, sponsors, horse owners, and spectators.
In her 10 years with Global Champions, Barbara has travelled around the world to 16 different countries, bringing shows to life and showcasing the very best of show jumping with the superb facilities for horses, riders, fans and guests that characterize Global Champions Events.
Barbara, how did you start your journey ten years ago?
I was recommended by a friend to join the team as an additional driver for CSIO ROMA, from there I met with President and Director of Global Champions, Jan Tops, Marco Danese, and Edwina Tops-Alexander. My first event was the Longines Global Champions Tour of London – and the rest is history!
What makes the Longines Global Champions Tour so special?
I love Introducing the sport to new people and cultures around the world, and seeing the passion grow each year. Also, the real adrenaline moments that give a huge sense of achievement for the whole team involved. The first horse to arrive on site after we have built the venue from the ground up. Then, the first rider entering the arena for the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix at every show, and the first team entering for the GCL competition.
Even after ten years it is the same special feeling as the first event in 2013. It truly never gets old.
Is there one event, jump off or win that sticks in your mind from the past decade?
There are two moments that stick in my mind. When Rolf-Göran Bengtsson & Casall ASK won the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Hamburg in 2017 knowing that it was his last competing before retirement.
Secondly, the first Longines Global Champions Tour of Stockholm. Peder Fredricson’s win with H&M All In in the LGCT GP, the entire crowd were on their feet singing the national anthem – I will never forget the atmosphere and the sound radiating in the stadium.
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The countdown is officially on to the start of the Longines Tops International Arena show jumping season!
With sport again returning to the home of show jumping, an impressive six-event line-up comes to the Longines Tops International Arena over the summer months, with the introduction of the three event Summer Festival. Spectators will be able to enjoy live music, a full entertainment schedule on the Place du Concours, shopping and hospitality.
The 2023 Longines Tops International Arena Calendar sees a kick off on July 7th in Valkenswaard, Netherlands. With world-class facilities playing host to the best young riders, horses, 1*, 2* and 5*across the country and world, show jumping and sporting fans alike are set to be treated to thrilling sporting action and world-class hospitality.
Preparations are in full swing with the opening leg of the LTIA Summer Festival 2023 taking in under one months time with tickets now on sale for all six events. The succession of events for 2023 culminates in one of the highlights of the Longines Tops International Arena season - the 13th leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL team series.
Returning to its spiritual home in Valkenswaard from 18 - 20 August at a crucial stage in the championship race, the LGCT of Valkenswaard is set to again attract spectators and athletes from around the world for a full weekend of sporting action, entertainment, music, shopping, and wide range of food and drinks for all the family to enjoy.
An opportunity awaits to compete at the home of show jumping Longines Tops International Arena. To explore 2* competition options for 2023’s Tops International Arena events – enquire via Ellis@topsinternationalarena.com.
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