22 July 2025

Global Champions Expands TV Reach with One-Hour CBS Sports Network Series Showcasing LGCT and GCL

Global Champions is thrilled to announce a television agreement with CBS Sports to launch a series of dedicated one-hour television programs covering the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and the GCL team series.

Global Champions Expands TV Reach with One-Hour CBS Sports Network Series Showcasing LGCT and GCL

Global Champions is thrilled to announce a television agreement with CBS Sports to launch a series of dedicated one-hour television programs covering the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and the GCL team series. This new deal, represents a significant leap forward in growing the global footprint of elite show jumping and bringing the thrilling energy of the sport to millions of new fans across America.

Airing on CBS Sports Network, the program will offer dynamic highlights from both the individual and team competitions, giving viewers a front-row seat to the most iconic venues, the fiercest rivalries, and the most talented riders and horses in the world. Each episode will dive into the drama, speed, and skill of top-level show jumping, from the jungle of New York to the grandeur of Paris and the drama of the season finale in Prague.

Jan Tops, President and Founder of Longines Global Champions Tour, commented:

"This partnership with CBS is a huge step forward for the sport. Bringing show jumping into the homes of millions of sports fans across the U.S. is not only a game-changer for our visibility, but also for the long-term growth of the sport on a global scale. The LGCT and GCL combine individual brilliance and team strategy in a way that is tailor-made for broadcast — and with CBS, we have the perfect platform to showcase the energy, the elegance, and the excitement of our events."

With this expansion, Global Champions continues its commitment to making show jumping more accessible and exciting to wider audiences through premium broadcast partnerships and innovative content. As interest in equestrian sports soars, this partnership marks a powerful milestone in the sport’s transformation into a truly global spectacle.

My vision is clear. Only the best for the best.
Jan Tops - Founder & President