Nations Cup Overview
The U.S. has a long history of success in Nations Cup competitions, which are two round jumping competitions for teams of athletes representing varying countries. The U.S. competes in the Longines League of Nations. The LLN involves qualifying competitions for participating countries and culminates with the Longines League of Nations Final each fall. In addition to qualifying events, the U.S. may participate in other Nations Cup competitions.
2026 Opportunities
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CSIO5* LLN Abu Dhabi (UAE) | February 11 - 15, 2026 | LLN Final Qualifier
CSIO4* Wellington (USA) | February 24 - March 1, 2026
CSIO5* LLN Ocala (USA) | March 17 - 22, 2026 | LLN Final Qualifier
CSIO3* Lisbon (POR) | May 21 - 24, 2026
CSIO4* Langley (CAN) | May 27 - 31, 2026
CSIO5* Rome (ITA) | May 27 - 31, 2026 | Short List Observation Event
CSIO5* St Gallen (SUI) | June 3 - 7, 2026 | Short List Observation Event
CSIO3* Deauville (FRA) | June 3 - 7, 2026 (pending invitation)
CSIO5* La Baule (FRA) | June 10 - 14, 2026 | Short List Observation Event
CSIO5* LLN Rotterdam (NED) | June 18 - 21, 2026 | LLN Final Qualifier | Short List Observation Event
CSIO3* Kronenberg (NED) | July 1 - July 5, 2026 (pending invitation)
CSIO5* Falsterbo (SWE) | July 8 - 12, 2026
CSIO3* Traverse City (USA) | July 22 - 26, 2026
CSIO5* Dublin (IRL) | August 4 - 9, 2026 (pending invitation)
CSIO3* Caledon (CAN) | August 5 - 9, 2026
CSIO5* Spruce Meadows 'Masters' (CAN) | September 8 - 13, 2026 (pending invitation)
CSIO5* LLN St. Tropez (FRA) | September 16 - 20, 2026 | LLN Final Qualifier
CSIO3* Vejer de la Frontera (ESP) | October 28 - November 1, 2026 (pending invitation)
Longines League of Nations Final
CSIO5* LLN Barcelona (ESP)
October 1 - 4, 2026
(pending qualification)
Team versus Individual Applications
To be considered for Team selection, an athlete must complete the Team Application for the Event through the Online Applications section of the Athlete Dashboard, per the Application Instructions in the Additional Resources section below.
In order to compete as an Individual at a CSIO event, an athlete must submit the FEI Entry through their Athlete Dashboard. Directions for submitting the FEI Entry are available from US Equestrian Athlete Services. Note that submitting an FEI Entry does not guarantee invitation to an Event.
2026 FEI Nations Cup Results
- CSIO5* LLN Abu Dhabi (UAE) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 8th Place
- Natalie Dean & Pedro Van De Barlebuis (Marigold Sporthorses, LLC)
- Callie Schott & Uricas v/d Kattevennen (Southern Arches LLC)
- Sarah Segal & Boreale de Fondcombe (Horatio Street Ventures LLC)
- Skylar Wireman & Tornado (Skylar Wireman)
- CSIO4* Wellington (USA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 1st Place
- Karl Cook & Caracole de la Roque (Signe Ostby)
- Marilyn Little & La Contessa (Marilyn Little LLC)
- Callie Schott & Garant (Southern Arches LLC)
- McLain Ward & Jordan Molga M (Michael Smith)