Must Watch Moment: Debut Heroics from Weishaupt and Zuccero in LGCT Grand Prix of Monaco

One of the sport’s most exciting new combinations makes waves in Monte Carlo

In a €1.5 million Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix packed with pressure, precision, and world-class horsepower, one performance stood out for its quiet brilliance and deeper meaning. Finishing just off the podium in fourth place at the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix du Prince de Monaco, Maximilian Weishaupt and Zuccero HV delivered a spectacular double clear round that sent a strong signal to the rest of the field - this is a partnership to watch.

The result would be impressive in any context, but considering this was their debut LGCT Grand Prix together, it becomes something more: a statement. The grey Holsteiner stallion Zuccero HV, formerly ridden by show jumping legend Rolf-Göran Bengtsson, joined Weishaupt’s string earlier this year. With only a handful of competitions under their belt, the duo stepped into the tight confines of Monaco’s Port Hercule arena - one of the most unforgiving stages in the sport - and rode with the poise of seasoned partners.

At just 13 years old, Zuccero HV (sired by VDL Zirocco Blue out of Zaresa) brings proven 1.60m experience and the kind of quality that only deepens with confidence. What’s remarkable is how quickly he and Weishaupt have clicked. The trust. The timing. The polish. It was all there under the floodlights in Monaco, where the margins are razor-thin and the pressure is amplified by the setting.

While the final leaderboard saw them miss the podium by a fraction, their round was met with cheers and admiration from those who understand just how rare it is to find rhythm so soon in a new horse-rider relationship - especially at this level.

Watch their full LGCT Grand Prix round below!

For superfans and riders alike, this is a must-watch moment not because of trophies or titles, but because of what it signals: the beginning of something special. A major milestone in a fresh partnership. The emergence of a new force on the Tour. And the sheer joy of witnessing two talents take flight on one of the sport’s most iconic stages.

Stay tuned — this won’t be the last time we hear from Maximilian Weishaupt and Zuccero HV.