Longines Global Champions Tour of Riesenbeck 2025 is set to ignite the equestrian world this week as Riesenbeck International prepares to host the 11th leg of the championship season from 12–14 September. Nestled in the picturesque Münster countryside, the iconic venue home to equestrian legend Ludger Beerbaum — will welcome the sport’s biggest stars for a weekend of elite show jumping and championship drama.
Home Heroes Aim to Shine
There’s a palpable sense of pride in the air as German show jumping fans prepare to watch their finest riders compete on home turf. Local icons Christian Ahlmann, Marcus Ehning, Katrin Eckermann, Hans-Dieter Dreher, Jana Wargers, David Will, and Philipp Weishaupt lead an extraordinary national line-up, cheered on by supporters eager to see German colours dominate the leaderboard.
They’ll be joined by crowd favourites Janne Friederike Meyer Zimmermann, Jorne Sprehe, and Gerrit Nieberg, all determined to deliver big performances on one of Europe’s most prestigious stages. For many, this event is more than just another leg of the tour — it’s a chance to etch their names into home-soil history.
Championship Battle Intensifies
The 2025 LGCT season has been a rollercoaster of shifting fortunes, and Riesenbeck promises yet another twist. Max Kühner, last year’s champion, arrives under mounting pressure, currently sitting 10th in the standings and fighting to defend his title. With Gilles Thomas absent, challengers Andreas Schou, Christian Kukuk, Maikel van der Vleuten, and Simon Delestre are closing fast, separated by just a handful of points in one of the tightest races in recent memory.
Adding even more heat, 5* heavyweights Henrik von Eckermann, Peder Fredricson, Richard Vogel, Harrie Smolders, Gregory Wathelet, and Malin Baryard-Johnsson will enter the vast Riesenbeck arena with championship glory firmly in their sights. The clash between these titans is set to be one of the defining moments of the season.
Star Power Lights Up Riesenbeck
The rider list reads like a who’s who of global show jumping. Powerhouse competitors including Jack Whitaker, Kim Emmen, Michael Pender, Neal Fearon, Alexa Ferrer, Denis Lynch, Eduardo Menezes, Giulia Martinengo Marquet, and Fernando Martinez Sommer are all bringing their A-game, ready to make their mark.
Adding to the glittering roster are superstar siblings Olivier and Nicola Philippaerts, while last year’s LGCT Grand Prix of Riesenbeck winner Thibeau Spits returns to defend his crown. Fans can also look forward to standout performances from Celine Schoonbroodt de Azevedo and Eduardo Alvarez Aznar, ensuring no shortage of world-class talent on display.
Riesenbeck Set for an Unforgettable Weekend
Nestled in the heart of Germany, Riesenbeck International — the home base of equestrian legend Ludger Beerbaum — is ready to provide a spectacular backdrop for three days of elite show jumping. The sweeping grass arena and state-of-the-art facilities promise the perfect stage for championship drama to unfold.
From the roar of the crowd to the edge-of-your-seat finishes, the Longines Global Champions Tour of Riesenbeck 2025 is poised to deliver breathtaking moments that will shape the rest of the season. For fans, this is more than a competition — it’s the heartbeat of global equestrian sport.
Longines Global Champions Tour of Riesenbeck 2025 brings a star-studded rider line-up and a fierce championship battle to one of Europe’s most iconic venues. With home heroes, international heavyweights, and title contenders ready to clash, fans can expect three days of elite show jumping at its finest.
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