John Whitaker taken to hospital after fall in London Global Champions Tour
The 62-year-old, who was celebrating his birthday today, had a nasty fall in the grand prix
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Without a doubt the most glamorous competition in showjumping — if not the entire equestrian sporting calendar — the Longines Global Champions Tour brings together the top showjumpers in the FEI world rankings to jump off in exclusive venues in cities all round the world.
The brainchild of former Olympic showjumper Jan Tops, The Longines Global Champions Tour is the world’s most lucrative five-star showjumping event.
The series is a favourite among celebrity equestrian enthusiasts — rockstar Bruce Springsteen and Microsoft magnate Bill Gates have both been spotted at events, cheering along their respective showjumping offspring Jessica Springsteen and Jennifer Gates.
For those who can afford it, the VIP hospitality is said to be excellent!
Visit the official website for more information.
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Top 10 highlights from day one at the London GCT
British success, a flying Dutchman and a very glamorous supermodel — the GCT of London has kicked off in tremendous style
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Handy cut-out and keep guide to the Longines Global Champions Tour of London
H&H brings you a handy guide to the big event so you needn’t miss a thing from this week's big event…
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Leonora Smee's blog: it was an emotional moment that words just cannot describe
Leonora reports back from the glamorous Global Champions Tour show in Monaco
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If Carlsberg did showjumping venues... You need to check this one out
If Carlsberg did showjumping venues, Chantilly would be right up there with the best of them. Fairytale chateau as a backdrop? Check. Wall-to-wall sunshine? Check. Top notch sport in a vast arena surrounded by enthusiastic crowds? Check. Check. Check
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‘I’d rather be on a tank than a horse!’: when a Chelsea Pensioner met Scott Brash
With less than a month to go until the Longines Global Champions Tour (GCT) of London, H&H headed to the venue, the Royal Hospital Chelsea, and found a real buzz ahead of the show
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First look at five-star venue as top series returns to London
The Global Champions Tour has released graphics to show what fans can expect for the competition next month
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Ben Maher’s London squad exclusive: ‘She doesn’t like to lose!’
Ben Maher talks about his team ride for the Longines Global Champions Tour in London — and reveals the squad’s secret weapon
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Save 10% on London GCT tickets at Royal Hospital Chelsea: H&H reader offer
Horse & Hound is delighted to reveal that it will be joining forces with the Longines Global Champions Tour of London as the show's official media partner with special offers for readers
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Ever wondered what it takes to build a showground? (These stats will blow your mind)
What does it takes to turn a grassy field or empty indoor arena into a thriving show centre, complete with stabling and foot-perfect, all-weather surfaces? H&H finds out
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Scott Brash and John Whitaker head Global Champions League line-up
Now in its second year, the showjumping series boasts eight of the world’s top 10 riders in its line-up and a prize pot of €10.5 million
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FEI and Global Champions League resolve long-running legal battle
The resolution brings to an end the uncertainly surrounding the league for riders, officials and show organisers
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World’s richest showjumping series heads to two new venues
Two new venues have been confirmed for the Longines Global Champions Tour
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Global Champions Tour returns to London
Showjumping of the highest level is set to return to central London as part of the Longines GCT circuit
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From Miami to Qatar — wow-factor pics from the 2016 Longines Global Champions Tour
The Longines Global Champions Tour has taken us to three continents over eight months and the final in Doha, Qatar, last week (3-5 November) proved an absolute corker. We celebrate the season in pictures
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“He makes everything possible": GCT champion pays tribute to wonder stallion Casall
Rolf Goran Bengtssson pays tribute to the 17-year-old stallion who helped him capture a Global Champions Tour double in Doha
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Scott Brash wins €99,000 grand prix at Cannes Global Champions Tour
British and Irish riders were in excellent form in Cannes
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FEI suspends officials over GCL *H&H VIP*
Two officials have been suspended by the FEI for taking part in the Global Champions League
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Global Champions League teams announced
Twelve multi-national teams of showjumpers will battle it out in the Global Champions League.
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Global Champions Tour to miss London in 2016
The GCT is to miss London in 2016, but has new venues in Paris and Mexico
