Kent Farrington and Creedance sail over the CaptiveOne Advisors oxer in Traverse City, MI. Photo by Phelps Sports.
CSI Greenwich is proud to welcome ShowPlus® as the presenting sponsor of its inaugural event, set for Oct. 9, 2021. CSI Greenwich Presented by ShowPlus® will welcome international show jumping to Greenwich Polo Club in Greenwich, CT for the first time in the history of the storied venue.
Consisting of CSI3* and CSI2* divisions, CSI Greenwich will take place in its entirety in a unique one-day event on Oct. 9, 2021. The vision of Olympic medalist and former World No. 1 Kent Farrington, the event will shine the spotlight on top-level international jumping sport in the greater New York area.
"ShowPlus®, Powered by CaptiveOne, is synonymous within the world of equestrian, a brand loved and respected by all involved in the sport," Farrington said. "We’re delighted to have the brand support us in the inaugural CSI Greenwich in what is a truly purpose-driven partnership to help protect our riders and our sport. By riding with ShowPlus®, all registered horses and riders competing in CSI Greenwich will be protected in case of illness or injury.”
ShowPlus®, Powered by CaptiveOne, is the first of its kind horse and rider benefits program. Designed to reimburse out-of-pocket costs that may not be covered by insurance, ShowPlus® allows riders and owners alike to compete with peace of mind. Horses and riders that are entered & registered into any competition that offers ShowPlus® benefits are automatically enrolled in the ShowPlus® protection.
The feature event of CSI Greenwich will be the $150,000 CSI3* CaptiveOne Advisors Grand Prix of Greenwich, which will begin at 3:30pm ET.
“We are so pleased to be joining CSI Greenwich to provide the valuable protections of ShowPlus® to all equine and human athletes competing at the Greenwich Polo Club,” said Sariah Hopkins, CEO of ShowPlus®. “We believe that ShowPlus Protections should be a standard within all competitions to support horses and riders. The inclusion of ShowPlus Protection at CSI Greenwich provides reassurance that the welfare of horse and rider is a top priority for this prestigious event.” To learn more about CSI Greenwich, visit CSIGreenwich.com.
About ShowPlus®
ShowPlus® provides protection to horses and riders in case of injury or illness at participating shows. They are synonymous within the world of equestrian, a brand loved and respected by all involved in the sport. By riding with ShowPlus, all registered horses and riders competing in the inaugural CSI Greenwich will be protected in case of illness or injury.
Entries for CSI Greenwich are limited to 35 horse-and-rider combinations per FEI division. Entries are now open.
CSI Greenwich is pleased to offer a variety of spectator ticket options. Quantities are limited.
A limited number of media credentials are also available for approved media members. To apply, click here.