Martin FuchsOlympian
🇨🇭 Switzerland · born 1992
Best known with Leone Jei — 4× Rolex Grand Prix winner
About Martin Fuchs
Martin Fuchs, born on 13 July 1992, is a renowned Swiss show jumping rider known for his achievements in international equestrian competitions. He competes under the Swiss flag and is celebrated for his skill in showjumping, earning him accolades on many global stages. A career highlight was winning an individual silver medal at the 2018 World Equestrian Games in Tryon, and an individual gold medal at the 2019 European Championships in Rotterdam, both with his horse, Clooney 51. Fuchs reached the top of his sport by claiming the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final title in 2022 in Leipzig, aided by his horses Chaplin and The Sinner. In June 2020, he and his partner Paris Sellon co-launched Twin Flame Horses, to connect European and US equestrian markets. Fuchs also represents the London Knights in the Global Champions League, helping enhance the team's overall success. His partnership with horse owner Luigi Baleri has been key in acquiring and developing horses crucial to his international success. On 31 May 2022, he achieved the World Number 1 ranking in the FEI standings, demonstrating his prowess and dedication to the sport.
Championship record
Rio de Janeiro 20169th individual · Clooney 51Rio de Janeiro 20166th team · Clooney 51Tokyo 202116th individual · Clooney 51Tokyo 20215th team · Clooney 51Paris 202410th individual · Leone Jei
| Year | Championship | Result | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Olympic Games · Paris | 10th individual↗ | Leone Jei |
| 2022 | World Cup Final · Leipzig | 1st overall↗ | Chaplin and The Sinner |
| 2022 | FEI World Cup Finals · Leipzig | 1st individual↗ | Chaplin |
| 2021 | Olympic Games · Tokyo | 16th individual↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2021 | Olympic Games · Tokyo | 5th team↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2019 | European Championships · Rotterdam | individual gold↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2019 | FEI World Cup Finals · Gothenburg | 2nd individual↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2019 | World Cup Final · Gothenburg | 2nd place↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2018 | World Championships · Tryon | 2nd individual↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2018 | World Equestrian Games · Tryon | 2nd individual↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2017 | European Championships · Gothenburg | team bronze↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2016 | Olympic Games · Rio de Janeiro | 9th individual↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2016 | Olympic Games · Rio de Janeiro | 6th team↗ | Clooney 51 |
| 2015 | European Championships · Aachen | team bronze↗ | Clooney 51 |
One row per championship appearance, as reported by the cited sources.
Results on record
| Year | Show | Class | Placing | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CHIO Aachen – World Equestrian Festival | Rolex Grand Prix↗ | Winner | Leone Jei |
| 2024 | CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament | CPKC ‘International’, presented by Rolex↗ | Winner | Leone Jei |
| 2023 | CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament | CPKC ‘International’, presented by Rolex↗ | Winner | Leone Jei |
| 2021 | CHI Geneva | Rolex Grand Prix↗ | Winner | Leone Jei |
| 2019 | CHI Geneva | Rolex Grand Prix↗ | Winner | Clooney 51 |
From the shows results ledger — every row cited to its source.
Horses
| Horse | Years | Together |
|---|---|---|
| Chaplin | 2022 | Contributed to winning the 2022 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final in Leipzig. |
| Clooney 51 | 2015-2021 | Partnered to win European gold, World silver, and numerous accolades until 2021. |
| Conner Jei | 2021-present | Won the CSI5* 1.60m Rolex Grand Prix of Dinard in 2021 and other major events. |
| Leone Jei | since 2021 | Multiple major wins, significant contribution to €3.6 million in earnings |
| The Sinner | 2022 | Instrumental in clinching the 2022 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final. |
Linked horses have their own cited EquiWiki profile.
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