In collaboration with Hermès, Knokke Hippique launched the Hermès Young Talent Circuit in 2019. This initiative provides the best U25 rider of the CSI3* Top Series, the CSI2* Super Cup and CSI1* Prestige League with a lovely selection of the Hermès collection prizes.
This year the second edition is linked to the first week of Knokke Hippique, running from the 23rd until the 27th of June 2021 during which the riders will earn points based on the result of the following classes:
In the Top Series, riders can earn points in the following classes:
Class 301
Class 304
Class 306
Class 308
In the Super Cup, riders can earn points* in the following classes:
Class 202
Class 204
Class 208
Class 209
In the Prestige League, riders can earn points* in the following classes:
Class 103
Class 104
Class 107
Class 109
Points will be awarded to all competing riders. The U25 riders will be awarded the points that they obtain in the general classification. The best U25 rider from the general ranking in hers or his category, is the winner of this category. In case of a tie for the 1st place, the result of the Grand Prix will be decisive.
The prize giving for the Super Cup and the Prestige League takes place on Saturday near the end of the Championship of Knokke in the Zoute Plage.
The prize giving for the Top Series takes place ahead of the CSI5* Grand Prix on Sunday.
It is mandatory for the leading U25 rider to present herself/himself at this prize giving ceremony. If not, the prize will go to the next rider.