2016 sees Jan Tops introducing a new concept; the Global Future Champions-events. Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard, Netherlands, has today released their full show schedule for this season. Created specifically for both young horses (11th - 13th July), and young riders (15th - 17th July), the Global Future Champions-events will allow up and coming talent to perform on a world class stage.

Tops International Arena will in total host five major showjumping events this summer:

• 09-11 May 2016 - CSI2* + CSI1* + CSIYH1*

• 16-18 May 2016 - CSI2* + CSI1* + CSIYH1*

• 11-13 July 2016 - Global Future Champions CSIYH (5 / 6 / 7 / 8 years old)

• 15-17 July 2016 - Global Future Champions CSIU25 + CSIYR + CSIJ + CSICh + CSIP

• 04-07 August 2016 - CSI5* LGCT + CSI5* GCL + CSI2* + CSI1* + CSIYH1*

Owner and founder of the Tops International Arena, Jan Tops, spoke of the new events this year: “I’m delighted to be able to host five world class events at the Tops International Arena this summer and I am happy to be able to look ahead to future generations and offer young horses and riders the opportunity to showcase their talents on a global scale with our new shows. I truly believe in securing the future of our sport by making showjumping more accessible to new competitors, partners and fans alike, and the creation of the Global Future Champions is another step forward in the positive growth of our sport, supporting young talent and offering experiences and opportunities for the top horses and riders of the future.”

Source: Press release from Global Champions Tour // Picture © Sportfot