From July 10 to 13, the Falsterbo Horse Show will write a new chapter in its storied history as it becomes the first Scandinavian event to join the prestigious Rolex Series. With its seaside setting, century-old tradition, and passionate audience, Falsterbo is set to deliver an unforgettable celebration of elite sport and summer atmosphere — now elevated by the presence of one of show jumping’s most prestigious labels.

This year, the event will welcome 64 riders and 163 horses from around the world — all chasing the coveted Rolex Grand Prix presented by Agria. All horses have successfully passed the veterinary inspection and are ready to compete. Falsterbo now stands shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Wellington, Rome, La Baule, Dinard, Dublin, and Brussels — a true milestone for Swedish equestrian sport.

THE WORLD’S BEST RIDERS HEAD TO FALSTERBO

The 2025 edition of Falsterbo Horse Show will host one of the strongest fields in the event’s history, with no fewer than five of the world’s top ten riders set to compete. Among them:

Kent Farrington (USA), current World No. 1, and champion of the Rolex Grand Prix Ville de La Baule 2024. 

Henrik von Eckermann (SWE), World No. 3, reigning World Champion, Olympic team gold medallist, and a home favourite returning with one clear goal — to win on Swedish soil.

McLain Ward (USA), World No. 5,  Olympic team gold medalist and winner of multiple Rolex Grand Prix titles, including Wellington and La Baule. He won team gold at the Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, and team silver at Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024

Steve Guerdat (SUI), World No. 6, Olympic individual gold medalist at London 2012. In 2024, he took the individual silver medal at the Paris Olympics, further cementing his place among the sport’s greats.

Cian O’Connor (IRL), World No. 10, London 2012 Olympic individual silver medallist.

They will be joined by a powerful international line-up, including:

Max Kühner (AUT), a consistent performer at the top level and Rolex Grand Prix contender.

Karl Cook (USA), winner of the Rolex Grand Prix of Rome 2024 and Olympic team silver medallist in Paris.

Abdel Saïd (BEL), known for his sharpness and bold riding style across the Rolex Series events.

Sandra Auffarth (GER), last year’s Falsterbo Grand Prix winner, ready to defend her crown.

And Swedish icons Peder Fredricson, Malin Baryard-Johnsson, and Rolf-Göran Bengtsson, adding even more excitement for the home crowd.

While competitions have been underway since July 5, the CSIO5* officially begins tomorrow at 09:00 with the Warm-Up class (1.50m) — the first opportunity for five-star riders and horses to get acquainted with the arena ahead of this week’s major competitions.