Unmatched: Fuchs and Leone Jei Redefine Grand Slam Greatness
After years of close calls, Martin Fuchs and his remarkable partner Leone Jei have etched their names into the history books with an iconic win at Aachen. And they’re not done yet.
A Victory Years in the Making
Martin Fuchs and Leone Jei arrived at the 2025 CHIO Aachen Rolex Grand Prix with a legacy already in the making, but one piece was still missing. After placing eighth in 2021 and 2023 and fourth in 2024, the Swiss rider and his dazzling grey returned with one goal: to conquer the Major that had eluded them. On Sunday, they delivered.
Their commanding win in Aachen was more than just a tick on the to-do list. It was the moment the pair became legends of the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping. Leone Jei is now the only horse to win 4 Rolex Major titles, a record-breaking feat that cements him as one of the greatest showjumping horses of all time. His five podium finishes across the Grand Slam are also an unmatched achievement.
And for Martin Fuchs? He now stands alone at the top, the first rider to win five Rolex Majors, pulling ahead of fellow greats like Scott Brash (4) and Steve Guerdat (3).
The Grand Slam Chase Is On
This historic Aachen victory means the Swiss duo are now live contenders for the Rolex Grand Slam of Showjumping. With Spruce Meadows in Calgary up next, a venue where they have taken back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024, all eyes will be on whether they can ride this wave of form into something even greater.
Only a select few have ever won two consecutive Majors. Even fewer have been within striking distance of the Grand Slam bonus. If Fuchs and Leone Jei can repeat their Calgary triumph in September, they’ll arrive in Geneva with destiny in their sights.
From podium consistency to career-defining victories, this partnership is a masterclass in elite performance and it’s not done yet.