Geneva, 3 December 2025 – The Concours Hippique International de Genève (the CHI Geneva) will unite the world’s best show jumpers from 10-14 December in the home city of the show’s Presenting Sponsor, Rolex. Steeped in history and tradition since 1926, the CHI Geneva hosts two of the season’s most anticipated competitions: the Rolex International Jumping Riders Club (IJRC) Top 10 Final, and the Rolex Grand Prix, the concluding Major for the calendar year in the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping.

At the 2025 edition, Rolex will celebrate 25 years as Title Sponsor of the Rolex Grand Prix, the show’s pinnacle class and one of equestrianism’s most prestigious competitions. This anniversary marks a defining moment in the partnership between Rolex and CHI Geneva, symbolizing a shared pursuit of excellence, innovation, and timeless tradition.

The Rolex Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva reflects a quarter century of partnership and progress, and has become one of the sport’s most respected titles. The Rolex Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva was the first Grand Prix ever to be supported by Rolex, and becoming Title Sponsor of the class in 2000 represented an important step in deepening the brand’s established involvement in elite equestrian competition. The Rolex Grand Prix has continued to grow in stature and prestige, repeatedly attracting the world’s most accomplished horse and rider combinations.

Over the past 25 years, the Rolex Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva has been defined by the brilliant achievements of champions. Seven Rolex Testimonees have triumphed in the class, with three achieving multiple victories. These Rolex Testimonees include: Richard Vogel (2023), Martin Fuchs (2021, 2019), Kent Farrington (2017), Steve Guerdat (2015, 2013 and 2006), Scott Brash (2014), Kevin Staut (2010) and Rodrigo Pessoa (2004, 2002).

The first Rolex Testimonee to claim victory in the Rolex Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva was Rodrigo Pessoa in 2002. One of the sport’s most accomplished riders, Pessoa also won the class two years later in 2004 with the same partner – Baloubet du Rouet. On his experiences at Geneva, the Brazilian rider commented: “My father first competed at Geneva in 1960 after moving from Brazil. Therefore, Geneva has always been very special for him; as it also marked the beginning of his life in Europe. I have always been extremely motivated to perform well in Geneva – it is a very special show.” 

Three-time CHI Geneva Rolex Grand Prix winner and Swiss Rolex Testimonee Steve Guerdat holds the record for the most wins achieved in the class (2006, 2013, and 2015) and is set to compete in the 2025 edition, where he will be eagerly seeking an unprecedented fourth win. Commenting on the CHI Geneva, Guerdat said: "The size of the arena and the exceptional facilities at Geneva make the show so unique. The organization is seamless, which ensures the best experience for both horses and riders. Steeped in history, the show encourages us riders to reflect on the growth and development of equestrianism. The CHI Geneva has an undeniable soul and Rolex has been a core part of that.”

Rolex’s partnership with the CHI Geneva comes from an extensive array of equestrian partnerships that date back for almost 70 years. Since 1957, when pioneering British show jumper Pat Smythe became the sport’s first Testimonee, Rolex has cultivated an enduring legacy with the equestrian world and is now a major presence alongside the finest riders, competitions and institutions.  The brand’s continued contribution to excellence in equestrianism encourages modernization while respecting the elegance of the sport. The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping perfectly embodies this tradition. Launched in 2013 with the Rolex Grand Prix at the CHIO Aachen, the initiative challenges riders to win, consecutively, the Grand Prix at three of the four Majors, namely The Dutch Masters, the CHIO Aachen, the CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament, and the CHI Geneva. To date, only Rolex Testimonee Scott Brash has achieved this remarkable feat in 2015.