Gilles Thomas

Belgian rider Gilles Thomas is firmly established as one of the most respected and accomplished athletes on the Longines Global Champions Tour. Launching his LGCT career at a young age, Thomas has steadily built a reputation for his maturity beyond his years, and composure against the worlds' best. He made his LGCT Grand Prix podium debut in 2022, finishing in 3rd place, at the Longines Global Champions Tour of Miami Beach, partnering Luna van het Dennehof, marking a pivotal moment in his rise among the world’s elite show jumpers.

The 2025 season proved a defining chapter, as Gilles Thomas claimed the title of Longines Global Champions Tour Champion. Across the season, he earned more than €1.8 million in prize money and secured five podium finishes with three exceptional horses - Ermitage Kalone, Qalista DN and Luna van het Dennehof. His ability to perform consistently across multiple top-level mounts highlights his versatility and elite skill set, cementing his status as one of the leading riders on the Longines Global Champions Tour.