November 2024 Tour to Feature New $400,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles CSI5-W *

SANTA ANITA, CA (July 1, 2024) – 1/ST, the innovative brand behind North America’s most prestigious Thoroughbred horse racing, entertainment and wagering events, introduces a collaboration with the Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour to bring the international show jumping tour to the iconic Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California.

The Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour at Santa Anita Park will feature two-weeks of back-to-back competition beginning November 13-17 with the Los Angeles National followed November 20-24 by the inaugural Santa Anita CSI5*-W featuring the $400,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles CSI5*-W qualifying event presented by Lugano Diamonds.

In addition to world-class show jumping, the Santa Anita CSI5*-W event week from November 20-24 will feature elevated hospitality and entertainment experiences synonymous with 1/ST. With the San Gabriel Mountains as the backdrop, exciting partner activations, curated spaces, and a multi-tiered VIP area with premium food and beverage options will complement this boutique, two-ring competition event.

To register for first access to tickets and VIP experiences for the Santa Anita CSI5*-W November 20-24 event, click here.

“There is a unique connection between Thoroughbred racing and equestrian events that is based on a shared commitment to excellence in sportsmanship and passion for the horses at the heart of both sports,” said Nicole Walker, Vice President, The Stronach Group and professional equestrian. “1/ST is thrilled to be partnering with the Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour as part of our intentional focus to connect the disciplines and offer new engagement opportunities for both audiences.”

The Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles CSI5*-W is one of only 8 events selected to be part of the 2024 FEI Jumping World Cup™ North American League (NAL). The competition will offer valuable points in determining rider qualification for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals set in Basel, Switzerland for 2025.

"We are so excited to partner with 1/ST to bring one of the biggest and most iconic events to the West Coast as show jumping of the highest level heads to the prominent and historic Santa Anita Park to feature an all-new Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ 5 qualifying event. I hope everyone is ready for an event unlike any other that cannot be missed,"* said Derek Braun, SRJT Founder and President.

For the full show schedule for Los Angeles National from November 13-17, click here.

For the full show schedule for the Santa Anita CSI5*-W from November 20- 24, click here.

Entries will open September 2 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Participants must enter online. Paper entries will not be accepted. Thoroughbred classes will be offered for both weeks.

Tickets will go on sale September 2nd at 10:00 a.m. ET.

For sponsorship and hospitality opportunities, please contact Ainsley Hayes, ainsley.hayes@1st.com

As part of 1/ST’s mission to innovate and engage the next generation audience, 1/ST is leading the way by partnering with renowned equestrian events, like the Wellington Equestrian Festival, the Split Rock Jumping Tour, and with the Compton Junior Equestrians, on a series of collaborative partnerships that will cross over and connect the world of Thoroughbred racing with the world of equestrian sport.

To stay connected on the Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Jumping Tour at Santa Anita Park, visit https://www.santaanita.com/splitrock/ or follow on socials @SantaAnitaPark, @SRJT #FEIJumpingWorldCup #SRJT.
For more information on 1/ST Equestrian Partnerships, visit https://www.1st.com/1st-equestrian-partnership.

Contacts:

Ainsley Hayes, 1/ST Equestrian Partnerships, ainsley.hayes@1st.com or 416-846-8419

Stephanie Rowney, Split Rock Jumping Tour, stephanie@splitrockjumpingtour.com or 941-735-3480

About The Stronach Group and 1/ST

The Stronach Group is a world-class technology, entertainment and real estate development company with Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the core. The Stronach Group’s 1/ST business (pronounced "First") is North America’s preeminent Thoroughbred racing and pari mutuel wagering company and includes the 1/ST RACING & GAMING, 1/ST CONTENT, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY and 1/ST EXPERIENCE businesses, while advocating for and driving the 1/ST HORSE CARE mission. 1/ST represents The Stronach Group's continued movement toward redefining Thoroughbred racing and the ecosystem that drives it. 1/ST RACING & GAMING drives the best-in-class racing operations and gaming offerings at the company's premier racetracks and training centers including: Santa Anita Park, Golden Gate Fields and San Luis Rey Downs (California); Gulfstream Park – home of the Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series and Palm Meadows Thoroughbred Training Center (Florida); the Maryland Jockey Club at Laurel Park, Pimlico Race Course - home of the legendary Preakness Stakes, Rosecroft Raceway and Bowie Training Center (Maryland). 1/ST CONTENT is the operating group for 1/ST's media and content companies including: Monarch Content Management, Elite, TSG Global Wagering Solutions (GWS) and XBTV. 1/ST TECHNOLOGY is racing's largest racing and gaming technology company offering world-class products via its AmTote, Xpressbet, 1/ST BET, XB SELECT, XB NET, PariMAX and Betmix brands. 1/ST EXPERIENCE blends the worlds of sports, entertainment and hospitality through innovative content development, elevated national and local venue management and hospitality, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and procurement development. As the advocate for critical industry reforms and by making meaningful investments into aftercare programs for retired horses and jockeys, 1/ST HORSE CARE represents The Stronach Group's commitment to achieving the highest level of horse and rider care and safety standards in Thoroughbred racing on and off the track. The Stronach Group’s TSG Properties is responsible for the development of the company's live, play and work communities surrounding its racing venues including: The Village at Gulfstream Park (Florida) and Paddock Pointe (Maryland). For more information, visit www.1st.com or follow @1ST_racing on Twitter or @1stracing on Instagram and Facebook.