The 2026 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup China League Beijing Leg kicked off on May 3 at the Tianxing Tiaoliang Equestrian Club in Beijing. Co-hosted by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), the Chinese Equestrian Association, and the Beijing Municipal Sports Bureau, the event is themed “Leap Boundaries, Transcend China,” blending world-class equestrian competition with traditional Chinese culture to create a new global sports and cultural consumption scene. As the highest-level official series of the FEI, the Beijing leg has been included in Beijing’s “Double Olympic 100” premium赛事 system, listing among 20 top international events that aim to build the city’s reputation as a global sports hub and boost赛事 economy and sports consumption.
On the opening day, four events were held: the 1.20m team competition, the 1.30m individual competition, the 0.80m individual competition, and the 0.90m individual competition. In the 1.30m individual event, rider Zhang Xiuyu and his mount Kala secured the championship with a clear round in 64.84 seconds. In the 1.20m team event, the Junhao Equestrian team took the title. The 0.90m individual event saw rider Jin Xiyan and her mount Bayue finish with zero faults in 23.60 seconds, while in the 0.80m individual competition, rider Zhang Chuchen and his horse Antares won with a clear round in 74.10 seconds.
FEI President Ingmar De Vos commented, “It is a great pleasure to welcome an outstanding group of riders competing at different levels for glory and valuable points. The FEI Jumping World Cup, established in 1978, is one of the most historic, influential, and prestigious series in equestrian sports. It consistently delivers thrilling, heart-pounding contests that showcase the exceptional partnership between horse and rider. This unique bond built on trust, precision, focus, and harmony is at the core of equestrianism and continues to inspire audiences worldwide.”
Coinciding with the May Day holiday, the Beijing leg featured more than high-level competition. On-site, organizers set up diverse interactive zones where visitors could create their own handicrafts under the guidance of inheritors. Forums such as “The Saddle Carpet: Weaving on the Silk Road” and “Horseback View of China: The Dunhuang Chapter” complemented professional discussions on horse welfare, vetting, and equestrian development. These activities allowed both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to experience the charm of跨界 dialogue, merging equestrian elegance with the depth of Eastern culture.
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