Ben Maher’s Rolex Grand Slam Quest: Everything to Know About the British Champion's $5M Triumph

Breaking down the facts behind Ben Maher’s Rolex Grand Slam Quest: Everything to Know About the British Champion's $5M Triumph—uncover the essential highlights.

Q1: What prize money did Ben Maher take home from Spruce Meadows?
A1: The CPKC 'International' boasts a five million dollar purse (CAD). The winner receives approximately $1.65 million CAD, making it the most lucrative single-day Grand Prix check in worldwide show jumping.

Q2: What breed and age is Enjeu de Grisien?
A2: Enjeu de Grisien is a 12-year-old Selle Français gelding (sired by Toulon). Maher has developed him carefully toward 5* Grand Prix jumping over the past three seasons.

Q3: What must Ben Maher do next to claim the Rolex Grand Slam bonus?
A3: Maher must win the Rolex Grand Prix at CHI Geneva in December 2026. A second consecutive victory keeps his Grand Slam run alive and positions him for a €1,000,000 bonus attempt at The Dutch Masters in March 2027.

Q4: How did Maher’s fall earlier in the week impact his final result?
A4: Maher parted company with his mount during a qualifier on the opening days of the tournament. Neither horse nor rider sustained serious injury, and Maher used the schooling interval to refine his bit selection and stride calculations before Sunday's Grand Prix.