The Longines Ranking of 31 January 2026 underlines just how fiercely contested the very top of international show jumping has become. The latest update brings a significant shift at the summit, as Scott Brash takes over the world number one position, ending Kent Farrington’s eight-month reign at the top.
At the head of the ranking now sits Scott Brash, who climbs from second to first place with a total of 3459 points. The new leader in the rankings is Scott Brash (GBR), who is now number one with 3459 points, exactly ten years after he last held the top spot. His rise marks a decisive moment in the ranking, as he overtakes Farrington after a prolonged period of American dominance.
“I’m incredibly proud to be World Number One again. More than anything, it’s a reflection of the extraordinary team around me - the people who work tirelessly every single day, caring for our horses with such love and dedication. They are the ones who make sure the horses are as happy and healthy as they can possibly be, allowing us to do what we do, and who keep everything moving forward.
“For me, reaching Number One is never about just a few recent results. It’s something that is built quietly and patiently over many years. With horses, success comes from the time you invest in them, the trust you develop, and a knowing it’s a long-term journey. That’s why it feels so special to stand here with such remarkable horses, all of whom feel at the very top of their game. This is also a moment to say thank you to my owners, who have supported me for so many years with trust and belief, and to our partners, whose support makes so much possible. My focus now remains simple; to keep the horses as fit, healthy and happy as they can be. Everything else follows from that.” Brash says
Kent Farrington (USA) drops to second place with 3415 points, having been ranked number one in the previous edition. After holding the lead for eight consecutive months, Farrington is forced to relinquish the top position, though only by a narrow margin. His presence at the very top remains unshaken, and the small points gap highlights just how close the battle for world number one continues to be.
In third place is Ben Maher (GBR), who moves up from fourth with 3020 points. Just outside the podium, Gilles Thomas (BEL) advances from fifth to fourth place with 3014 points.
The top five is completed by Olympic Champion Christian Kukuk (GER), who slips from third to fifth place on 3011 points. Despite the drop, Kukuk remains firmly entrenched in the leading group, with only a handful of points separating him from the podium.
