Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre: Asia’s Premier Destination for Elite Show Jumping

As the next stop on the 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL, the spotlight turns to the Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre from 2–4 May, where elite riders and horses will once again compete on the global stage in one of Asia’s most iconic sporting venues.

Built to host the pinnacle of international show jumping, the Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre is more than a destination-it’s a statement. Purpose-built for LGCT and GCL, the venue represents a bold commitment to growing equestrian sport in China and throughout the region.

The Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre has been specifically designed to accommodate the best equine athletes in the world travelling from near and far to compete in the heart of the bustling city. With cutting-edge veterinary and farrier facilities ensuring that horses receive the highest standard of care while remaining entirely on-site

Purpose-Built for Global Champions

Completed in 2023, the Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre is a state-of-the-art facility constructed specifically to host the Longines Global Champions Tour. Designed to meet the highest standards of international sport, the venue reflects a bold vision: to provide Asia with a permanent home for world-class show jumping. The Centre was developed in partnership with Juss Sports, a key player in China’s sporting landscape, to elevate equestrian sport and connect new audiences with the thrill of the Tour.

Cutting-Edge Facilities Designed for Performance and Care

Every element of the Shanghai Juss International Equestrian Centre has been designed with elite competition-and equine welfare-at its core. With the best equine athletes flying in from around the world, the Centre offers dedicated quarantine-compliant zones, along with state-of-the-art veterinary and farrier stations to support the physical and medical needs of each horse throughout their stay.

Other key features include:

• World-Class Competition Arena: Built to LGCT and FEI specifications, with premium footing for peak performance and safety
• Advanced Stabling Facilities: Spacious, secure, and climate-conscious, ensuring top-tier equine care
• Indoor & Outdoor Training Arenas: Allowing athletes to train and prepare in all weather conditions
• Luxury VIP & Hospitality Spaces: From private lounges to fine dining, the venue offers a premium spectator experience
• Integrated Broadcast & Media Hub: Supporting global livestreams and world-class event coverage across platforms

A Beacon for Equestrian Sport in Asia

Shanghai has long been a staple on the Longines Global Champions Tour calendar, hosting events since 2014. But the opening of the Juss Equestrian Centre marked a defining moment-the arrival of a permanent, purpose-built venue capable of rivalling the best in the world. Beyond hosting LGCT and GCL, the venue now serves as a year-round centre for equestrian training, development, and education in China.

Looking Ahead to 2025

As we return to Shanghai from 2-4 May 2025, anticipation is building for another unforgettable chapter in the season. The world’s top riders and teams will gather once again to chase championship glory in this remarkable venue-where tradition meets innovation, and where the sport’s future in Asia is being forged.

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