Since Rolex was founded, the company has been an avid supporter of some of the world’s most elite sporting events and disciplines. Among these, equestrianism and Rolex have a rich partnership history that dates back almost 70 years, rooted in fostering the excellence and elegance inherent in the sport. This commitment rose to a new level when Rolex became the exclusive Founding Partner of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping in 2013.
Widely considered the greatest challenge in equestrianism, the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping rewards the rider who wins, consecutively, the Grand Prix at three of the four show jumping Majors, namely, The Dutch Masters in ’s-Hertogenbosch, the CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament in Calgary, the CHIO Aachen and the CHI Geneva.
To date, Scott Brash from Scotland is the only competitor to achieve the feat, having done so across 2014 and 2015.
Launched in 2013, the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping initially comprised the Majors in Aachen, Calgary and Geneva. In 2018, The Dutch Masters was added to the Grand Slam, which now consists of two outdoor competitions, the CHIO Aachen and the CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’, and two indoor, the CHI Geneva and The Dutch Masters.
The Dutch Masters
First held in 1967 in the medieval city of ’s-Hertogenbosch, The Dutch Masters attracts the world’s leading competitors. The event, blending magnificent show jumping and elegant dressage, is considered the Netherlands’ primary indoor equestrian competition. Rolex has been Main Sponsor and Title Sponsor of The Dutch Masters’ Grand Prix since 2014. It culminates with the Rolex Grand Prix, the year’s first Major, which counts towards the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. Testimonee Daniel Deusser has triumphed at this event twice, in 2015 and 2022.
The CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival
The CHIO Aachen is a magnetic occasion as competitors and spectators alike revel in the electric atmosphere at the revered Aachen Soers showgrounds in Germany’s North Rhine-Westphalia region. From show jumping, dressage and eventing to vaulting and four-in-hand driving, the world’s finest equestrian talent comes together at the start of the northern hemisphere summer to treat fans to a unique experience. Aachen, which Rolex has partnered for more than 20 years, stands as a beacon of tradition and excellence.
CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament
Staged in Calgary, Canada, the CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament’s spectacular setting is matched by the challenges posed by the course set-up to the world’s best horses and riders who compete there. Rolex is Official Sponsor of this event, regarded by many enthusiasts as the leading equestrian gathering in North America, and Presenting Sponsor of the CPKC ‘International’ Grand Prix, which counts towards the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping.
The CHI Geneva
Rolex has been Presenting Sponsor of the CHI Geneva, one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian competitions, for almost 30 years. The event brings together an extraordinary line-up of top-level riders in the world’s largest indoor equestrian arena, situated in Switzerland’s second most populous city. Also known as the Geneva International Horse Show, it will celebrate its centenary in 2026. Competition highlights include the Rolex Grand Prix and the Rolex International Jumping Riders Club (IJRC) Top 10 Final.
Rolex and equestrianism
Existing as one
Building trust, never breaking the intimate pact that binds rider and horse. Facing all obstacles, riding with precision and aiming for excellence, together as one. The very spirit of the sport has defined the strong ties between Rolex and equestrianism. In partnering with the most prestigious competitions, Rolex supports riders who are continuously writing the history of the discipline.
Discover a World of Rolex at Bijoux
The Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping embodies an equestrian story woven in four prestigious places, where legends have a chance to rise and tradition is honored, while also being reinvented. This timeless approach to the trailblazers amongst us and the events that allow them to shine is a 3 beautiful part of the Rolex sponsorship philosophy, which centers on those who reach for the pinnacle of achievement. Here at Bijoux, we are proud to be associated with this philosophy. We believe in taking care of our people, our customers, and our beautiful island nation, all while upholding the exemplary standards that have made the Bijoux name world renowned. We invite you to visit our Rolex Showroom in New Kingston, where the Bijoux team is on hand to welcome you and share our passion for the world of Rolex right here in Jamaica.
