__1/ST ANNOUNCES TWO-WEEKS OF WORLD CLASS SHOW JUMPING AT SANTA ANITA PARK IN COLLABORATION WITH LUGANO DIAMONDS SPLIT ROCK JUMPING TOUR __

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.