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FEI launches predictor game for Longines FEI Jumping World Cup
Mumbai: Sportz Interactive has partnered with the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) to launch a pre-event predictor game for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup series, enhancing interaction for show jumping fans worldwide. The game is now live on the FEI’s website, initially available for the Western European and North American leagues.
Fans can answer five questions for each event, with three questions remaining the same throughout the series and two randomly selected from a pool of options, creating a dynamic experience for participants before every event.
The FEI is the governing body for equestrian sports, overseeing disciplines like show jumping, dressage, and eventing. The Longines FEI Jumping World Cup is an annual series showcasing top athletes and horses competing for points in qualifiers leading up to the prestigious final in Basel, Switzerland, in April 2025.
The predictor game aims to deepen fan engagement by allowing them to predict outcomes of key events. It will provide insights for the FEI to understand fan interests and shape future experiences. Longines’ sponsorship enhances brand visibility, connecting the watchmaker with the global equestrian audience.
FEI commercial director Ralph Straus said, “We’re excited to offer our fans a unique opportunity to engage with the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup like never before. This predictor game, developed by Sportz Interactive, not only enhances their experience by getting them involved in the action, but also strengthens the relationship between our sport and its global audience.”
“Partnering with the FEI to deliver this innovative predictor game is a proud moment for us. This collaboration allows us to bring our expertise in fan engagement to the world of equestrian sports, and we’re confident that the game will elevate how fans connect with the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup,” said Sportz Interactive director – head of UK/EU operations Alex Chamberlen.
Marketing efforts for the predictor game will be led by Sportz Interactive’s Fanalytics team, who will promote the game across various social media platforms to maximise reach and participation.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
