AUGUST 27-31, 2025 : BRUSSELS STEPHEX MASTERS

The Belgian capital will host the Brussels Stephex Masters, the final event of the Rolex Series 2025. This concluding chapter will bring together the world’s show jumping elite, all determined to add their name to the roll of honour at one of the sport’s most prestigious stages.

Set against a backdrop of refined elegance and a vibrant atmosphere, the Brussels Stephex Masters perfectly embodies the spirit of the Rolex Series — where tradition meets innovation and excellence is celebrated at every moment. Over five exceptional days, spectators will witness world-class sport, culminating in Sunday’s Rolex Grand Prix presented by Audi, the decisive showdown that will crown the final winner.

A true celebration of skill, courage, and the harmony between horse and rider, this is where the Rolex Series reaches its most thrilling and memorable conclusion.

WHERE CHAMPIONS RISE - ALL EYES ON THE ROLEX GRAND PRIX PRESENTED BY AUDI

Securing a place in the Rolex Grand Prix presented by Audi involves a demanding qualification process, designed to bring together only the very best. Just 50 horse-and-rider combinations will have the privilege of starting on Sunday, after earning their spot in the week’s key competitions.

It all begins on Thursday, August 28, with the CSIO5* Table A against the clock (Competition No. 3, 1m50), where the results count toward filling the quota of starters.

The spotlight then shifts to Friday, August 29, with two decisive competitions: the CSIO5* Nations Cup (Competition No. 5), where the top 24 riders from the first round secure their place, and the CSIO5* Jump-Off (Competition No. 6, 1m50), where the top 12 not already qualified earn their ticket to Sunday.

Finally, if the quota of 50 riders has not yet been reached, results from the CSIO5* Jump-Off (Competition No. 8, 1m50) on Saturday, August 30, are used to complete the list. In the event of a tie, all riders with the same score qualify.

Some riders benefit from automatic qualification: individual medalists from the Olympic Games, World Championships, Continental Championships, and Pan American Games; the winner of the most recent FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final; and winners of a CSIO5* Grand Prix in the past twelve months. Even for them, one condition remains: they must compete with their Grand Prix horse in at least one FEI competition earlier in the week before the Rolex Grand Prix presented by Audi.

This system ensures that, on the start line, we see reigning champions, rising stars, and those who have excelled during the event — a line-up worthy of the prestige of the Rolex Series.

THE ELITE OF SHOW JUMPING ARRIVE IN BRUSSELS

Several of the sport’s most iconic names have already confirmed their participation, promising an unforgettable showdown in Brussels.

One of the highlights this year will be the incredible young generation of riders, with six of the world’s Top 7 in the U25 rankings set to compete: Nina Mallevaey (FRA, World No. 1), Carlos Hank Guerreiro (MEX, No. 2), Emilie Conter (BEL, No. 4), Thibeau Spits (BEL, No. 5), Jeanne Sadran (FRA, No. 6), and Antoine Ermann (FRA, No. 7). These rising stars embody the future of the sport and will bring youthful ambition, talent, and energy to the Brussels arena.

Belgium will shine on home soil, arriving as the freshly crowned Team European Champions 2025. Pieter Devos, Nicola Philippaerts, Gilles Thomas, and Thibeau Spits were all part of the victorious team, with Gilles Thomas also taking individual bronze at the European Championships. Alongside them, Grégory Wathelet, Olympic team bronze medalist (Tokyo 2020) and Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen winner, adds his vast experience. Home rider Zoé Conter, one of the sport’s rising stars, will carry the hopes of the local crowd.

France, beyond its promising young talents, will also count on the experience of Roger-Yves Bost, Olympic team gold medalist (Rio 2016) and fan favourite across the world.

Great Britain brings an outstanding trio: Scott Brash, Olympic team gold medalist (London 2012, Paris 2024), Rolex Grand Slam winner, and individual silver medalist at the 2025 European Championships; Ben Maher, current World No. 2 and triple Olympic gold medalist (London 2012, Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024) ; and rising star Harry Charles, Olympic team gold medalist (Paris 2024)

Germany will be represented by Daniel Deusser (Rolex Testimonee), Rolex Grand Prix Ville de La Baule 2025 winner, alongside Christian Ahlmann, Olympic team bronze medalist (Athens 2004) and FEI World Cup™ Final champion.

From Ireland, Cian O’Connor, Olympic individual bronze medalist (London 2012) and runner-up in the Rolex Grand Prix of Rome 2025, will once again be one to watch.

Switzerland’s Steve Guerdat, Olympic individual gold medalist (London 2012), silver medalist (Paris 2024), and current World No. 4, brings his trademark class, while Sweden’s Henrik von Eckermann, double World Champion, Olympic team gold medalist (Tokyo 2021), and current World No. 5, will join forces with Petronella Andersson, Nations Cup winner at the Falsterbo Horse Show.

Finally, defending champion José Maria Jr. Larocca (ARG) returns to Brussels to try and claim back-to-back victories in the Rolex Grand Prix presented by Audi.

With the Rolex Series spotlight now on the Belgian capital for the final event of the 2025 season, Brussels will welcome a line-up that blends Olympic legends, reigning champions, and home favorites — all vying for one of the sport’s most prestigious titles, on courses crafted by renowned French course designer Grégory Bodo, celebrated for his technical precision, creativity, and ability to deliver challenging yet fair tracks at the world’s most prestigious events, including the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.