(CNN)The 2019 Longines Global Champions Tour and Global Champions League is set to kick off this week at the stunning Al Shaqab in Doha, Qatar.
Reigning LGCT champion Ben Maher will be back to defend his title after the rider list was announced for the first round of the showjumping's premier individual and team circuit.
The British Olympian secured a record-breaking fourth LGCT Grand Prix win at Al Shaqab last November, but he will face tough opposition in 2019.
Two-time LGCT champion and LGCT Super Grand Prix winner Edwina Tops-Alexander returns to a venue with good memories, while British Olympic gold medalist Scott Brash will also be in action.
Al Shaqab in Doha, Qatar, will host this season's opener.