Spotlight on the Longines Global Champions Tour of Valkenswaard: What You Need to Know
February 20, 2025From 22-24 August 2025, the Longines Global Champions Tour of Valkenswaard returns to Longines Tops International Arena, bringing top-level show jumping and an exciting weekend of sport to the venue.
With the opening event of the Longines Global Champions Tour in Doha just one week away, anticipation is growing as riders and teams finalise their preparations. The LGCT of Valkenswaard has been a key stage in the championship for many years, offering an opportunity to see leading riders and horses compete in a setting designed for high-performance sport.
A Venue Designed for Elite Competition
Longines Tops International Arena is known for its modern facilities, well-maintained footing, and spacious layout. Riders appreciate the conditions, and spectators get a clear view of the competition from multiple vantage points, including two covered grandstands, all-inclusive Skybox and world-class VIP hospitality.
What to Expect This Year
🔹 High-Level Show Jumping – The LGCT Grand Prix of Valkenswaard will feature the world’s top-ranked riders aiming to earn valuable championship points. Reflecting on past competitions, here are the winners of the LGCT Grand Prix in Valkenswaard:
- 2024: Lorenzo de Luca (Italy) riding Denver de Talma
- 2023: Sanne Thijssen (Netherlands) with Con Quidam RB
- 2022: Michael Pender (Ireland) on HHS Calais
- 2021: Daniel Deusser (Germany) and Ben Maher (United Kingdom) each secured victories during the two events held that year
- 2020: Gregory Wathelet (Belgium) aboard Nevados S
- 2019: Maikel van der Vleuten (Netherlands) with Dana Blue
- 2018: Frank Schuttert (Netherlands) on Chianti's Champion
- 2017: Lorenzo de Luca (Italy) riding Ensor de Litrange LXII
- 2016: Rolf-Göran Bengtsson (Sweden) aboard Casall ASK
- 2015: Marco Kutscher (Germany) with Van Gogh
Sanne Thijssen's epic winning round on home turf at the 2023 LGCT Valkenswaard.
🔹 GCL Team Competition – The GCL will bring a dynamic team element, where riders compete for their squads in a strategic format.
- 2024: Riesenbeck International powered by Kingsland Equestrian
- 2023: St. Tropez Pirates
- 2022: Berlin Eagles
- 2021: London Knights
- 2020: Hamburg Giants
- 2019: New York Empire
- 2018: Rome Gladiators
- 2017: Hamburg Diamonds
- 2016: Madrid in Motion
🔹 A Weekend Experience – Alongside the sport, visitors can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, hospitality options, and entertainment and activities for all ages.
Why Attend?
Valkenswaard has hosted many memorable competitions in previous seasons, with close finishes and standout performances, such as Sanne Thijssen and Con Quidam, and Lorenzo de Luca aboard Denver De Talma in recent years, ultimately shaping the overall championship. For fans, it’s a chance to watch the sport up close and experience a key moment in the LGCT season.
Tickets for the Longines Global Champions Tour of Valkenswaard are on sale now—secure yours today.
