It’s Nations Cup week! *happy dance*
The Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Series heads south to Mexico this week for the second leg of the North America, South America and Caribbean Division.
Held at Club Hipico Coapexpan since 2014, this week’s Nations Cup is a qualifying event for teams from Canada, the U.S.A, and, of course, Mexico, each vying to earn a ticket for the Final in Barcelona. At the moment, Mexico leads the division after their stunning victory in Wellington, Florida in February.
Now, if you’re thinking, But I’ve never heard of Hipico Coapexpan?! You’re not alone.
Established in 60s and brought to fruition by three generations of Chedrauis (Antonios all), Hipico Coapexpan is known for its hospitable culture, stunning location and fantastic footing. But unless you’ve actually been there, enjoying the guacamole and warm welcome, there’s every likelihood you haven’t heard of it north of the border. You could say it’s Mexico’s best kept secret in show jumping. UNTIL NOW.
Because this week, every 5* class from Club Hipico Coapexpan will be streaming on either FEI TV (subscription required) OR the Federación Ecuestre Mexicana YouTube page (free!).
Here are your daily stream links, (aka, “meeting schedule” for the week):
Thursday, May 2
- 11:00 CDT COPA COAPEXPAN (SMALL TOUR)
- 13:30 CDT COPA FEM (BIG TOUR)
Friday, May 3
- 11:00 CDT SPEED CHALLENGE (SMALL TOUR)
- 15:00 CDT LONGINES GRAND PRIX (BIG TOUR)
Saturday, May 4
- 10:30 CDT COPA CONADE (BIG TOUR)
- Following FINAL 7 YO HORSES
Sunday, May 5
- 09:00 CDT COPA XALAPA (BIG TOUR)
- 12:00 CDT LONGINES FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Mexico ROUND 1
- 14:00 CDT LONGINES FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Mexico ROUND 2