The global spotlight returns to Shanghai as the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) gallops back from 2nd to 4th May 2025, bringing together 52 of the world’s most accomplished show jumping riders. With the stakes higher than ever and the city’s skyline providing an awe-inspiring backdrop, the LGCT of Shanghai 2025 promises an unmissable blend of sport, spectacle, and sheer equestrian brilliance.
Reigning champion Gilles Thomas leads the charge, returning to defend his title against Edwina Tops-Alexander and Michael Duffy, who finished second and third respectively in last year’s Grand Prix of Shanghai. The reunion of these top three athletes from 2024 sets the stage for a thrilling showdown in one of the tour’s most anticipated stops.
The line-up reads like a who’s who of elite show jumping. World number one Henrik von Eckermann, three-time LGCT Champion Ben Maher, and reigning LGCT titleholder Max Kühner will join the action, backed by an impressive field of past Grand Prix winners including Daniel Deusser, Scott Brash, Marcus Ehning, Simon Delestre, Philipp Weishaupt, and more.
The event returns to the Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Center, a custom-built venue at the iconic Expo Park, now hosting its second consecutive LGCT edition. With a focus on world-class infrastructure, fan engagement, and international sporting appeal, the Shanghai leg continues to raise the bar.
Also returning are crowd favourites Eduardo Alvarez Aznar, Victor Bettendorf, Angelica Augustsson Zanotelli, Lorenzo de Luca, and Denis Lynch. Meanwhile, rising stars like Robert Murphy, Qinyu Pang, and Anastasia Nielsen bring fresh energy to the international circuit, setting the stage for both legacy and breakthrough.
Blending elite sport with Shanghai’s vibrant culture, this leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour is a perfect fusion of tradition and innovation. With fans and celebrities expected in droves, the city is poised to deliver a weekend of high-octane action and unforgettable moments.
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