The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping was the start of a new equestrian sport era. The concept: Unique. Spectacular. Ultimate.
It unites the Majors in Aachen (GER), Geneva (SUI), Spruce Meadows (CAN) and 's-Hertogenbosch (NED) into a contest for the most prestigious trophy on the international equestrian sport circuit.
Four superlative shows, four epic arenas steeped in tradition, a challenge – geared towards the best horses and riders in the world.
“This has been a fantastic exercise in innovation and cooperation, while also respecting the histories and traditions of each of our events.” Each of the four prestigious and historic tournaments that comprise the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping has a long tradition of sporting excellence, collectively spanning over two hundred years. The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping is the first global initiative to reward an outstanding rider who wins the Grand Prix events at each tournament major in succession. Should any athlete jump to grand prix victory on three consecutive occasions, he or she is recognized with the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping title. With this incredible accomplishment also comes a €1 million bonus prize. Should ones’ run of remarkable success continue with a fourth-consecutive win, the bonus reaches a staggering €2 Million!
Eric Lamaze, Canada's two-time Olympic medalist, and past Grand Prix Champion at each of Geneva, Aachen and the Spruce Meadows 'Masters' notes, "There are many great Grand Prix events on the show jumping calendar, but the four that comprise the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping are—without doubt—the titles that all riders want to win during their careers. Winning even one Major of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping is an incredible and career-changing achievement; to win three in a row or all four in a 12-month period would create a legend of the sport."
Sophie Mottu Morel, General Director of CHI Geneva and past Chair of the Rolex Grand Slam Steering Committee, remarked, “The four tournaments that comprise the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping not only have a natural synergy, but also a mutual respect for each other’s remarkable achievements, distinct character, and history.
The collective desire and vision of all of the organizers to combine and continue to build on this wildly successful concept seemed like the natural thing to do. "In just a few years, the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping has become the sport’s ultimate achievement, setting standards of excellence and performance for the sport worldwide."
The Rolex Grand Slam connects four of the world’s best shows, which are united by one notion: The search for perfection.
The CHIO Aachen, the Spruce Meadows 'Masters', the CHI Geneva and The Dutch Masters convince with their tradition, outstanding attendance, media presence, a perfect infrastructure and generous prize money.
The four Rolex Grand Prix alone are endowed with over 5 million Euros in total, plus there is a worldwide unique bonus system.
Furthermore, the Rolex Grand Slam also engages in targeted youth promotion.
Two aspiring young riders are invited to each of the four Majors – enabling them to gain experience at the highest level.
The concept of the Rolex Grand Slam is simple, the bonus system spectacular: The rider, who wins three shows in succession, receives one million Euros on top of the prize money.
Should the rider then continue his success story by winning the fourth Major in a row, he receives a further bonus of one million Euros.
A rider, who wins two shows in succession, picks up a bonus of 500,000 Euros.
It is always the rider that counts, it is therefore possible to win a bonus on different horses.
The system is an infinite cycle, it is detached from the calendar year. In this way, the Rolex Grand Slam becomes an endless story, one of the most exciting concepts in international sporting history.
| SCHEDULE | July 6, 2025 |
| COUNTRY | Germany |
| ANNUAL SPECTATORS | 362,600 (2018) |
| TOTAL PRIZE MONEY | 2.7 million euros |
| JOURNALISTS | Approximately 600 journalists from all over the globe |
| FIRST INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS | 1927 |
| WEBSITE | http://www.chioaachen.com |
| SCHEDULE | September 7, 2025 |
| COUNTRY | Canada |
| ANNUAL SPECTATORS | 500,000 |
| TOTAL PRIZE MONEY | 4.1 million CAD |
| JOURNALISTS | Approximately 400 journalists from all over the globe |
| FIRST INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS | 1976 |
| SCHEDULE | December 14, 2025 |
| COUNTRY | Switzerland |
| ANNUAL SPECTATORS | 42,000 |
| TOTAL PRIZE MONEY | 2.4 million Swiss Francs |
| JOURNALISTS | Approximately 220 journalists from all over the globe |
| FIRST INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS | 1926 |
| WEBSITE | http://www.chi-geneve.ch |
| SCHEDULE | March 15, 2026 |
| COUNTRY | The Netherlands |
| ANNUAL SPECTATORS | More than 65,000 |
| TOTAL PRIZE MONEY | 1.3 million Euros |
| JOURNALISTS | Approximately 200 journalists from all over the world |
| FIRST INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS | 1967 |
| WEBSITE | http://www.thedutchmasters.com |
