The Longines Global Champions Tour touches down in Mexico City this week (April 16–19), but more importantly, it’s here to stay. The Mexican leg has officially been extended through 2033. A move that’s far from trivial for an event that, in just ten years, has become a heavyweight on the global circuit.
Mexico: far more than just another stop
What was once a habit is now a certainty. The Global Champions Tour will keep returning to Mexico City until 2033. That extension says it all: this is no longer just a competition, it’s a cornerstone of the calendar.
Held at the iconic Campo Marte, with its expansive grass arena and electric atmosphere, the circuit has found one of its strongest anchors. And Jan Tops, founder of the tour, makes no mistake about it:
“It’s fantastic to be back in Mexico, one of the most vibrant and passionate stops on the circuit. The atmosphere, the crowd, and the iconic venue make it truly special.”
Ten years to establish, eight editions to convince
Behind this extension lies a decade of work, and a few tense moments along the way.
Francisco Pasquel, head of the Mexican leg, reflects with pride:
“Celebrating ten years of the Global Champions Tour in Mexico is a great achievement. This edition reflects the event’s growth and our commitment to delivering a world-class experience that blends sport and culture.”
The same sentiment comes from Juan Manuel Cossío, President of the Mexican federation:
“Ten years ago, bringing the Tour here felt like a dream. Today, it’s a reality. Organizing the first edition was difficult, maintaining this level is even harder.”
In other words: Mexico didn’t just join the circuit, it earned its place.
Sport, culture… and global strategy
The 2026 edition goes beyond pure sport. It’s part of the Qatar–Canada–Mexico Year of Culture program, highlighting how show jumping now plays a role as a global ambassador.
Jan Tops emphasizes:
“We are proud to support this initiative, which demonstrates our sport’s ability to bring cultures together on a global scale.”
The message is clear: the LGCT is no longer just about speed and rails—it’s about delivering a global experience.
Une semaine sous haute tension sportive
Sur la piste, le casting est à la hauteur de l’affiche. Katrin Eckermann débarque en leader après sa victoire à Miami. Derrière, les locaux Carlos Hank Guerreiro et Nicolás Pizarro comptent bien électriser le public.
Pizarro résume l’évolution du pays :
« Il y a dix ans, notre sport était à un autre niveau. Aujourd’hui, nous avons de meilleurs cavaliers, de meilleurs chevaux. Cette progression est le fruit du travail accompli. »
Mexico, valeur sûre du circuit
Entre public en fusion, organisation solide et identité forte, Mexico coche toutes les cases. La prolongation jusqu’en 2033 ne fait que valider une évidence : certaines étapes passent, d’autres s’installent.
Mexico, elle, s’incruste.
(So Horse avec LGCT. Photos © LGCT/Stefano Grasso)