The FEI has officially confirmed the qualified nations of the second edition of the Longines League of Nations™, with the top 10 ranked nations set to compete in the world’s oldest and most prestigious equestrian team Jumping competition.
Nine nations have qualified again for the 2025 edition: Ireland, France, USA, Great Britain, Belgium, Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, and reigning champions Germany, who already secured their place by winning the Longines League of Nations™ Final 2024 in Barcelona (ESP).
The standout news for the 2025 edition is the qualification of Italy, that claimed the final spot in the ranking, securing 10th place and replacing Brazil, that dropped out of the top 10. Just missing out on qualification was Canada, finishing 11th, only 633 points behind Italy after a months-long battle for the final slot. Despite their efforts, the Canadians could not surpass the Italians in the ranking.
“The Longines League of Nations™ is the pinnacle of the FEI team Jumping competitions worldwide. For the second consecutive year, we’ll see the top nations compete for a place in the Final in Barcelona. The competition’s strength lies in bringing together the finest human and equine Jumping athletes on the world stage and we’re looking forward to the start of the new season in Abu Dhabi,” Todd Hinde, FEI Jumping Director said.
Marco di Paola, President of the Italian Equestrian Sports Federation (FISE), showed his satisfaction with the qualification of Italy; “We are proud that our athletes, after an intense sporting season, have succeeded in qualifying Italy for the Longines League of Nations™ 2025. We extend our gratitude to our athletes, their horses, the supportive owners and the national team coach for this prestigious accomplishment. We have returned to the top of the sport, and equestrian fans will have the chance to cheer on the Italian national team in the most prestigious events of the 2025 international Jumping season.”
The Longines League of Nations™ 2025 will feature four qualifying legs and only the top eight ranked teams will advance to the Longines League of Nations™ Final.
Qualifiers:
CSIO5* Abu Dhabi (UAE): 12 – 16 February 2025
CSIO5* Ocala, FL (USA): 18 – 23 March 2025
CSIO5* Rotterdam (NED): 19 – 22 June 2025
CSIO5* St Tropez-Gassin (FRA): 17 – 21 September 2025
Final: CSIO5* Barcelona (ESP): 02 – 05 October 2025
Longines League of Nations™ Ranking Top 10
Ireland – 14,538 points
France – 13,503 points
USA – 13,128 points
Great Britain – 12,712 points
Germany – 12,311 points
Belgium – 12,128 points
Switzerland – 11,643 points
Netherlands – 11,625 points
Sweden – 10,629 points
Italy – 10,403 points
Full Longines League of Nations™ Ranking here.
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