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Prague Playoffs returns to the O2 arena in the years 2025, 2027, and 2029

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Emotional Abdel Saïd and Bonne Amie Triumph in LGCT Grand Prix of Doha

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GCL Super Cup: Riesenbeck International dominated the finals

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Prague Playoffs individual programme closes with a Swedish victory

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Czech Helebrantová completes hattrick in the O2 Arena

Local rider Anna Helebrantová will not forget this year's Prague Playoffs thanks to a well-deserved hattrick with her gelding Epo van de Achterhoek Z in the O2 arena.

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Epaillard: I knew I had to be quick. This mare has a big future

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2021 GC Prague Playoffs Officially Opened

2021 GC Prague Playoffs Officially Opened

The world’s best show jumping stars declared the 2021 GC Prague Playoffs officially open with current Longines Global Champions Tour Championship winner Peder Fredricson revealing: "Anything can happen this week which is why it is such an interesting format.” Excitement and anticipation has been building for the third edition of the GC Prague Playoffs, which kicks off tomorrow, Thursday 18 November, with the GCL Super Cup Quarter Finals. Many of the equine stars of show jumping have already arrived in the Czech capital city, with the horses settled well into their stables ahead of the four-day competition. Big names include Ben Maher’s 2019 LGCT Super Grand Prix winning horse Explosion W, Peder Frdricson’s two-time LGCT Grand Prix winner this season Catch Me Not S, Marcus Ehning’s Stargold, Edwina Tops-Alexander’s Fellow Castlefield, Henrik von Eckermann’s King Edward and Scott Brash’s Hello Jefferson. Speaking today in a pre-event press conference to officially launch the event, Jan Tops, President and Founder of the Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL said: “Throughout 2021 we have had to make some adjustments right up to a few months before the events but we were very lucky to have great partners of event organisers who have been flexible with us and that is one of the reasons we have managed to pull it off this year. Without this amazing facility and the atmosphere we have here in Prague, our sponsors like Longines and of course one of the many to make this happen, the Kellner Family it wouldn't be possible and we are all proud to be here.” Reigning Olympic Champion Peder Fredricson said: “I really enjoy being here, it is a fantastic city and this is a show we are all looking forward to with the best horses in the world and against the best riders - for really good prize money so we are very excited for this weekend." GC Prague Playoffs Event Director Jan Andrlik explained: “ The success of the first two GC Prague Playoffs’ means we needed to make this year even bigger and better for the riders, for the horses and for people coming to the show - it was a challenge but I really hope we are able to meet this challenge for the public. We have a brand new set up for the arena with new artists shows as well, it will be fascinating for all the family.” Talking about the anticipation ahead of this week’s event Anna kellnerová said: “ We are going to be pushing to make it into the Final. As I am a member of the Prague Lions and a team manager I have to say we have come here to fight. I think it is hard to say which three teams will be on the podium because we have seen over the years that even the best teams in the season came into the Prague Playoffs and performed differently to what we expected. I do think it is open to all the teams and it completely depends how the teams have prepared physically and mentally for this." Jan Tops added that the atmosphere was second to none, making the vast arena feel intimate and electric during the competition: “In our sport the Playoffs is something unique, for the riders, it is what they look for and they build up for. The GCL team managers want their teams to peak this week, they can make up for the whole year as they start on zero and there is amazing prize money.” This afternoon saw a warm up for the international field, giving the horses a chance to see the arena for the first time this year and flex their muscles in Prague. Tomorrow’s first CSI5* competition will start at 15:00 local time with the GCL Super Cup Quarter finals starting at 20:00 local time. All the action will be streamed live on GCTV.

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Longines Global Champions Tour Announces 2023 Calendar

The 16-stop tour includes a brand new destination - riesenbeck - and a significant increase in prize money..

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By: Longines Global Champions Tour Media | November 30, 2022

The countdown is on to the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour & GCL season as the full calendar is revealed today.

With an extraordinary 2022 season wrapping up with the Prague Playoffs just a few short weeks ago, all eyes now turn to the buzzing 16 event 2023 season. With a brand new destination added to the thrilling mix of returning fan favourites, the excitement for the new season builds as the world’s most dynamic show jumping series launches huge new projects and innovations to keep the sport pushing forward in all areas including a significant increase in prize money.

The 2023 season will see the individual LGCT series and the GCL team championship race span continents from the Middle East to The Americas, to Asia and into the heart of Europe, cementing the circuit’s powerful global footprint.

Jan Tops, President and Founder of Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL said: “We are excited to announce our calendar for 2023 with 16 events around the world. We are delighted with the strong momentum LGCT and GCL continues to experience and every year we look forward to being able to bring our passionate fans a mix of exciting new locations and old favourites featuring some of the world’s greatest cities and iconic destinations.

We are committed as ever to growing our sport and attracting new audiences to show jumping and next year we can’t wait to show everyone our new plans to keep LGCT & GCL growing at a rapid and exciting pace.”

The 2023 LGCT and GCL Calendar:

Doha: 2 – 4 March Miami Beach: 12 – 15 April Mexico City: 20 – 23 April Madrid: 12 – 14 May Ramatuelle/Saint Tropez: 1 – 3 June Cannes: 8 – 10 June Stockholm: 16 – 18 June Paris: 23 – 24 June Monaco: 29 June – 1 July Riesenbeck: 21 – 23 July London: 10 – 13 August Valkenswaard: 18 – 20 August Rome: 15 – 17 September New York: 22 – 24 September Riyadh: 26 – 28 October (Finals) Prague: 16 – 19 November (Playoffs)

The opening leg in 2023 will take place in just over three months, from 2 – 4 March at the stunning AL SHAQAB in Qatar’s capital, Doha, where for the first time ever both GCL team rounds will be held on the same day. Stay tuned for the full reveal of the brand new LGCT & GCL weekend class format which is to be released soon.

The high-profile first event of the 2023 calendar, held at the world-class equestrian facility will ensure a dramatic kick-off to the new LGCT and GCL season. From the Middle East, the Tour heads straight to the Americas followed by a fantastic five months across Europe touching down in dynamic capital cities, beautiful Riviera destinations and Riesenbeck International will make an exciting debut on the tour before the grand finale in Riyadh.

Shanghai, China will not be part of the 2023 calendar but everyone is looking forward to its return to the series in 2024.

The race to the season championship will take horses, riders and spectators around the globe to 16 major cities and key locations. Riders will be battling to secure their golden ticket all season for a coveted spot in the ultimate individual showdown, the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix at the GC Prague Playoffs. And motivation will be high among team owners, managers and riders to deliver maximum performance to put them in a strong position for the high-pressure knockout stages of the GCL Super Cup at the O2 Arena in Prague for the final event of the calendar.

Millions of fans followed the LGCT and GCL season throughout 2022 as sporting excellence reached new levels, with the world’s best riders and horses guaranteed at every event. Fans watched live at the venues or on GCTV live streaming and TV, as well as following all the excitement on social media. The series will aim to expand its audience further during 2023 focusing on digital and broadcast coverage around the world.

This year marked an important milestone for Longines as it extended its long-term partnership with the Longines Global Champions Tour to 2027, underscoring the success of this collaboration and the growing popularity of the equestrian sport. As Title Partner and Official Timekeeper, Longines will once again have a strong presence throughout the 2023 season and they will present elegant timepieces to recognise the great performances of every Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix and Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix winner.

In the upcoming weeks, the new GCL team line-ups will be revealed for the 2023 GCL championship as fans across the world get ready for the start of another epic season. All the action, including the GCL R1 & R2 and the LGCT Grand Prix, will be streamed live on GCTV at every event.

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Lions, and Fires, and Mares… Oh My! The 2023 Prague Playoffs are Back

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‘Tis the season for lion mascots, air acrobatics worthy of Cirque de Soleil, and show jumping fanfare that includes the liberal use of a flame throwers. (Are those white breeches fire-retardant? We hope so!)

If you guessed the Global Champions 2023 Prague Playoffs are back, well, you nailed it!

Descending upon the fairytale Czech Republic capital of Prague—the “City of a Hundred Spires”—known for its colorful baroque buildings and gothic cathedrals, the Playoffs will take place over four days (November 16–19) in the city’s famed O2 Arena. 

Once again this year, the event promises to showcase all the top-sport drama and pomp and circumstance the Playoffs are known for. And with €11.5 million in prize money up for grabs this time around, you know the riders will not only be bringing their best mounts, they won’t be pulling any punches.  

How does it work? Who will attend? Who gave that lion a T-shirt cannon?

We’re breaking it all down here!

The Global Champions League (GCL) Super Cup 

As the culminating championship of the 15-event Global Champions League (GCL) season that spanned four continents, the €10 million GCL Super Cup takes place over three days and features 16 GCL teams competing for every point, with serious purses on offer in each round. 

Based on  points earned throughout the season , the top four teams entering the Super Cup—Reisenbeck International, the Paris Panthers, Madrid in Motion, and the Stockholm Hearts—will proceed straight to the semi-final round.  Everyone else  will need to scrap it out in quarter finals, with three riders from each of the 12 teams competing over a 1.55m course, where they’ll attempt to be fault-free against the aggregate time with no drop score.  

The top eight teams, based on these scores, will move on the semis, where they’ll join the four, top-ranked bi-round teams to compete over a single-round 1.60m track.

Of those, the top six squads move on to the final, held over two different 1.60m rounds against the clock (and without a jump-off). A total of €6.5 million will be divided among the final teams, with the winner taking home the €2.5 million lion’s share. 

Who to Watch: 

Helmed by German powerhouses Christian Kukuk and Philipp Weishaupt—each of whom have also won an LGCT Grand Prix this season—Reisenbeck International has six wins and 332 points in regular GCL competition, the most of any team.

Nipping at their heels: The deep bench of three-time winners the Paris Panthers on 318 points—a squad that fields experienced championship-level riders including Harrie Smolders (NED), Ben Maher (GBR), and Jur Vrieling (NED).

The full list of team rosters can be viewed  here ; the overall 2023 standings can be viewed  here .

The Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) Super Grand Prix

For individual competitors, the LGCT Super Grand Prix is the ultimate competition featuring a who’s who of LGCT Grand Prix winners from the series’ various stops around the world (think: Miami Beach, Mexico City, London, Rome, and beyond). 

On the start list: the 15 winners (or highest-placed riders if the winner had a previous LGCT Grand Prix win) from the 2023 season facing off on two, formidable 1.65m tracks in a Table A competition against the clock. There is no jump-off, and all athletes are invited back for the second round (with the exception of those who retire or are eliminated). 

In addition to a cool €300,000 paycheck for the winner—of the total €1.25 million purse up for grabs—the LGCT Super Grand Prix champ also gets to add their name to an elite list that includes Daniel Deusser (GER) with Scuderia 1918 Tobago Z in 2023; World no. 1 Henrik van Eckermann with King Edward in 2021; and Ben Maher (GBR) with Explosion W in 2020.

The name is Smolders— Harrie Smolders.  The red-hot Dutch rider took the 2023 LGCT Champion of Champions title  for the second time  this season thanks to his 252 points and four consecutive podium finishes in Monte Carlo, Monaco (2nd); A Coruña, Spain, (3rd); Riesenbeck, Germany (1st); and London, U.K. (3rd).  

Look for fellow top-ranked LGCT riders—Smolders’s countryman Maikel van der Vleuten (on 246 points) and Sweden’s Henrik von Eckerman (245.50) to try and usurp his crown.

The full rider’s list for the LGCT Super Grand Prix can be viewed here .

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Longines Global Champions Tour announces 16-stage calendar for 2023

The countdown is on to the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour & GCL season as the full calendar is revealed today.

With an extraordinary 2022 season wrapping up with the Prague Playoffs just a few short weeks ago, all eyes now turn to the buzzing 16 event 2023 season. With a brand new destination added to the thrilling mix of returning fan favourites, the excitement for the new season builds as the world’s most dynamic show jumping series launches huge new projects and innovations to keep the sport pushing forward in all areas including a significant increase in prize money.

The 2023 season will see the individual LGCT series and the GCL team championship race span continents from the Middle East to The Americas, to Asia and into the heart of Europe, cementing the circuit’s powerful global footprint.

Jan Tops, President and Founder of Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL said: "We are excited to announce our calendar for 2023 with 16 events around the world. We are delighted with the strong momentum LGCT and GCL continues to experience and every year we look forward to being able to bring our passionate fans a mix of exciting new locations and old favourites featuring some of the world’s greatest cities and iconic destinations.

We are committed as ever to growing our sport and attracting new audiences to show jumping and next year we can't wait to show everyone our new plans to keep LGCT & GCL growing at a rapid and exciting pace."

The 2023 LGCT and GCL Calendar:

Doha: 2 - 4 March Miami Beach: 12 - 15 April Mexico City: 20 - 23 April Madrid: 12 - 14 May Ramatuelle/Saint Tropez: 1 - 3 June Cannes: 8 - 10 June Stockholm: 16 - 18 June Paris: 23 - 24 June Monaco: 29 June - 1 July Riesenbeck: 21 - 23 July London: 10 - 13 August Valkenswaard: 18 - 20 August Rome: 15 - 17 September New York: 22 - 24 September Riyadh: 26 - 28 October (Finals) Prague: 16 - 19 November (Playoffs)

The opening leg in 2023 will take place in just over three months, from 2 - 4 March at the stunning AL SHAQAB in Qatar's capital, Doha, where for the first time ever both GCL team rounds will be held on the same day. Stay tuned for the full reveal of the brand new LGCT & GCL weekend class format which is to be released soon.

The high-profile first event of the 2023 calendar, held at the world-class equestrian facility will ensure a dramatic kick-off to the new LGCT and GCL season. From the Middle East, the Tour heads straight to the Americas followed by a fantastic five months across Europe touching down in dynamic capital cities, beautiful Riviera destinations and Riesenbeck International will make an exciting debut on the tour before the grand finale in Riyadh.

Shanghai, China will not be part of the 2023 calendar but everyone is looking forward to its return to the series in 2024.

The race to the season championship will take horses, riders and spectators around the globe to 16 major cities and key locations. Riders will be battling to secure their golden ticket all season for a coveted spot in the ultimate individual showdown, the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix at the GC Prague Playoffs. And motivation will be high among team owners, managers and riders to deliver maximum performance to put them in a strong position for the high-pressure knockout stages of the GCL Super Cup at the O2 Arena in Prague for the final event of the calendar.

Millions of fans followed the LGCT and GCL season throughout 2022 as sporting excellence reached new levels, with the world’s best riders and horses guaranteed at every event. Fans watched live at the venues or on GCTV live streaming and TV, as well as following all the excitement on social media. The series will aim to expand its audience further during 2023 focusing on digital and broadcast coverage around the world.

This year marked an important milestone for Longines as it extended its long-term partnership with the Longines Global Champions Tour to 2027, underscoring the success of this collaboration and the growing popularity of the equestrian sport. As Title Partner and Official Timekeeper, Longines will once again have a strong presence throughout the 2023 season and they will present elegant timepieces to recognise the great performances of every Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix and Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix winner.

In the upcoming weeks, the new GCL team line-ups will be revealed for the 2023 GCL championship as fans across the world get ready for the start of another epic season. All the action, including the GCL R1 & R2 and the LGCT Grand Prix, will be streamed live on GCTV at every event.

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Prague, Czech Republic – November 14, 2023 – With only two days left until the commencement of the 2023 GC Prague Playoffs [16 – 19 November], equestrians are arriving in the heart of the Czech Republic’s capital, gearing up for a spectacular showdown.

The event promises a thrilling display of talent, featuring the world’s finest show jumping athletes. They are set to vie for top honors in both the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix and the GCL Super Cup . Today, the official roster of riders for the eagerly awaited GC Prague Playoffs was revealed, showcasing the crème de la crème of equine and human sportsmanship. These elite athletes are poised to elevate the event and compete for a staggering prize purse of over €11 million, marking the grand finale of 2023.

Enthusiasts can anticipate four days of elite-level competition, commencing with the GCL knockout Quarter and Semi-Final stages on Thursday and Friday, culminating in the electrifying Final on Sunday. Teams are meticulously strategizing rider and horse representation, aiming to position themselves for a shot at claiming the prestigious GCL Super Cup.

From local favorites to international icons, the GC Playoffs will witness the sport’s most prominent figures contending in both the LGCT Super Grand Prix as individuals and the GCL Super Cup as integral team members.

At the GC Prague Playoffs, the 16 teams have the opportunity to implement their strategies, fielding four riders throughout the event, with three riders participating in every round, ensuring no drop scores. Teams will be bolstered by esteemed stars such as   Martin Fuchs (SUI), Marlon Zanotelli (BRA), Ben Maher (GBR), Gregory Wathelet (BEL), Marcus Ehning (GER), John Whitaker (GBR), Malin Baryard Johnson (SWE), Niels Bryunseels (BEL), homegrown hero Anna Kellnerová (CZE) and 2023 LGCT Champion Harrie Smolders (NED).

Three out of the 16 teams have adopted a daring approach, selecting three riders to represent them. Rome Gladiators, backed by ClipMyHorse.TV, Monaco Aces, and Istanbul Warriors, powered by Carpe Diem, have embraced this high-risk, high-reward strategy, leaving no margin for errors.

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The top four teams from the 2023 Championship standings, Riesenbeck International, supported by Kingsland Equestrian, Paris Panthers, Madrid In Motion, and St Tropez Pirates, have already secured their direct passage to the GCL Super Cup Semi-Finals. Skipping the knockout Quater-Finals and jumping in the high-pressure arena one day less than their rivalas will immensely help these elite squads compete for glory.

Throughout the 2023 season, the coveted golden ticket to the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix has been the ultimate goal for riders. With 16 formidable contenders vying for the high-stakes title, they will confront two challenging 1.65m tracks beneath the impressive O2 arena in Prague on Saturday night, November 18. This promises a sensational evening of world-class show jumping.

Competing for a coveted spot on the podium are an elite group of the best performing riders at each stage of the 2023 Championship.  Philipp Weishaupt (GER), the winner of 2023’s kick off stage, goes head to head with  Katrin Eckermann (GER), David Will (GER), 2018 LGCT Super Grand Prix winner and  Edwina Tops-Alexander (AUS). They are joined by two time 2023 LGCT Grand Prix winner  Julien Epaillard (FRA), LGCT Championship second place getter  Maikel van der Vleuten (NED), world number one and 2021 LGCT Super Grand Prix winner  Henrik von Eckermann (SWE), come-back king,  Christian Ahlmann  (GER) and 2023 season champion  Harrie Smolders (NED) .  Young gun  Bertram Allen  (IRL)is within the ranks, plus  Max Kühner (AUT) , Jessica Springsteen (USA) , Sanne Thijssen (NED) , Peder Fredricson (SWE) , Andreas Schou (DEN) ,  and Mr consistent,  Christian Kukuk (GER).

The 2023 season has witnessed a surge in young talent, and the GCL Super Cup will feature rising stars like, 2023 Championship winners  Philipp Schulze Topphoff (GER), third-place finisher in the overall season championship  Jack Whitaker (GBR). Among the U25 ranks competing on the big stage  Isabella Russekoff (ISR), Nina Mallevay (FRA) and  Jodie Hall McAteer  (GBR) compete alongside  Mike Kawai (JPN), Sara Vigralkova (CZE), and  Gilles Thomas  (BEL) on the global stage at the GC Prague Playoffs .

With back-to-back entertainment, an electrifying atmosphere, and four days of exhilarating show jumping, spectators from both near and far can anticipate an event suitable for the entire family to enjoy.

Source: Press Release from GCL – Global Champions League

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    On Saturday, the Frenchman added a new feather to his cap: the title Grand Prix of the Longines Global Champions Tour 2023 season. The LGCT Super Grand Prix sees the top 16 LCGT Grands Prix winners (or runner ups in the case of double winners) go head-to-head over two formidable 1.65m rounds for a €1.26 million purse.

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  9. Prague Playoffs Crowns GC/GCL Champions

    It was a battle right up to the last fence as Miami Celtics held under immense pressure to be crowned the 2022 GCL Super Cup Champions. Taking the lions share of the €4.5million prize purse after an evening full of thrilling drama and elite sport coupled with a sell-out crowd at Prague's O2 arena for the 2022 GC Prague Playoffs.

  10. GC Global Champions

    For the third year the Global Champions Prague Playoffs turned the Czech capital into a unique show jumping centre at the end of November. The Playoffs was dominated by Henrik von Eckermann, a Swede on King Edward, as the winner of the €1.25m Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix, and the London Knights as champions of the €6 ...

  11. GC Global Champions

    The world's best show jumping stars declared the 2021 GC Prague Playoffs officially open with current Longines Global Champions Tour Championship winner Peder Fredricson revealing: "Anything can happen this week which is why it is such an interesting format." Excitement and anticipation has been building for the third edition of the GC Prague Playoffs, which kicks off tomorrow, Thursday 18 ...

  12. Excitement Builds as 2022 GC Prague Playoffs Officially Declared Open

    Prague, Czech Republic - November 16, 2022 - The final event on the 2022 Global Champions Calendar has officially been declared open. With the GC Prague Playoffs kicking off tomorrow [17 November], the star athletes of the show jumping world are congregating in Prague, for the fourth edition of the Playoffs. With the launch press…

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  16. It's On! 2021 GC Prague Playoffs Officially Opened

    Prague, Czech Republic - November 18, 2021 - The world's best show jumping stars declared the 2021 GC Prague Playoffs officially open with current Longines Global Champions Tour Championship winner Peder Fredricson revealing: "Anything can happen this week which is why it is such an interesting format.". Excitement and anticipation has been building for the third edition of the GC ...

  17. 2023 GC Prague Playoffs unveils line-up

    The 2023 GC Prague Playoffs take place from November 16 to 19 at the 02 Arena in the heart of the Czech Republic's capital Prague. ... Julien Epaillard and Dubai du Cedre win €1.26 million Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix ... Teams decided for GCL Super Cup Final after thrilling semi-final showdown; 17 November 2023 Surprising ...

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  20. Longines Global Champions Tour Announces 2023 Calendar

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  21. Lions, and Fires, and Mares… Oh My! The 2023 Prague Playoffs are Back

    If you guessed the Global Champions 2023 Prague Playoffs are back, well, you nailed it! Descending upon the fairytale Czech Republic capital of Prague—the "City of a Hundred Spires"—known for its colorful baroque buildings and gothic cathedrals, the Playoffs will take place over four days (November 16-19) in the city's famed O2 Arena.

  22. Longines Global Champions Tour announces 16-stage calendar for 2023

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  23. GCL Super Cup quarter finals line-up revealed for GC Prague Playoffs

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    They are set to vie for top honors in both the Longines Global Champions Tour Super Grand Prix and the GCL Super Cup. Today, the official roster of riders for the eagerly awaited GC Prague Playoffs was revealed, showcasing the crème de la crème of equine and human sportsmanship. These elite athletes are poised to elevate the event and compete ...