In 14 days time, horses will be taking to the unique and spectacular Longines Global Champions Tour main arena on the sands of Miami Beach for the first time. With the ocean just metres away, the very best show jumpers from across the world will compete for for $879,000 in prizes across five 5* classes, including the world-renowned Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix and the prestigious American Invitational. The stars will be joined by up-and-coming talent competing for top honours in the 2* classes and $121,500 in prizes.
Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine: “It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the City of Miami Beach for the Longines Global Champions Tour taking place during our Centennial anniversary year. We are delighted to have the opportunity to kick off one of the premier equestrian events in the world and I encourage you to experience all that our majestic City has to offer year-round. Miami Beach’s art culture, fabulous designer hotels, and restaurants are a major draw for national and international visitors as well as our pristine beaches.”
Source: Press release