1/ST, the innovative brand behind North America’s most prestigious thoroughbred racing, entertainment and betting events, introduces a partnership with the Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour to bring international steeplechase racing to the iconic Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California.
The Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour at Santa Anita Park will run for two consecutive weeks starting November 13-17 with the Los Angeles National, followed by the first Santa Anita CSI5*-W from November 20-24 with the $400,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles CSI5*-W qualifying event sponsored by Lugano Diamonds.
In addition to world-class show jumping, the Santa Anita CSI5*-W event week from November 20-24 will feature the premium entertainment and hospitality experiences synonymous with 1/ST. With the San Gabriel Mountains as the backdrop, exciting partner activities, curated spaces and a multi-level VIP area with premium food and beverage options will complement this two-round event.
To register for first access to tickets and VIP experiences for the Santa Anita CSI5*-W event taking place November 20-24, click here.
“There is a unique connection between Thoroughbred racing and equestrian events based on a shared commitment to sportsmanship excellence and a passion for horses that is at the core of both sports,” said Nicole Walker, Vice President of The Stronach Group and professional equestrian. “1/ST is excited to partner with the Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping as part of our intentional goal to connect the sports and provide new opportunities for both audiences to interact.”
The Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles CSI5*-W is one of only eight events selected to participate in the 2024 North American (NAL) FEI Jumping World Cup™ Championship. The competition will provide valuable points to determine the qualification of riders for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals to be held in Basel, Switzerland in 2025.
“We are thrilled to partner with 1/ST to bring one of the biggest and most iconic events to the West Coast as the highest level of jumping competition takes place at the famous and historic Santa Anita Park to host the all-new Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ 5* qualifying event. I hope everyone is ready for an event unlike any other that we cannot miss,” said Derek Braun, Founder and President of SRJT.
For the Los Angeles National’s full performance schedule from November 13-17, click here.
For the full exhibition schedule of Santa Anita CSI5*-W from November 20-24, click here.
Entries will open September 2nd at 10:00 AM EST. Entrants must enter online. Paper entries will not be accepted. Thoroughbred classes will be offered both weeks.
Tickets go on sale September 2 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
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