London 2012 Olympics: China moves to bring show jumping to Shanghai after Beijing Olympics failure The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) fought the proposal, worried that equestrian's "exile" would jeopardise its future in the Olympic movement; to some extent this influenced the choice of Greenwich - right at the heart of the capital - for equestrian at London 2012. But now China has a new incentive, for interest in show jumping has increased with the pace of economic growth, and independent show promoter Tops is determined to succeed where governing bodies failed. Since its Olympic bid, China has become a member of the World Animal Health Organisation which overseas worldwide animal disease, also easing the task. Tops, a former Olympic medallist for Holland, is Europe's most powerful horse dealer and married to the world's top-ranked female show jumper, Edwina Tops-Alexander of Australia. His GCT, a series of well-funded shows in glamorous locations, was initially controversial as it appeared to challenge the FEI's established calendar. The FEI now recognises GCT - which has been used by many nations including Britain for 2012 Olympic selection - though Tops retains commercial and broadcast rights. Britain does not yet host a leg of the GCT but Tops is in negotiations with a possible British venue for next year.