An art series inspired by 17 Global Champions Tour cities – where sport, art and emotion meet.

CHAMPIONS BY MAATTY is a unique art series by young autistic artist MAATTY, created under the direction of his mother Michaela.

Each painting captures the rhythm, geometry, and atmosphere of a unique show jumping course. Created shortly after every Global Champions event, they tell the story of sport turned into emotion.

The series captures the emotional and visual essence of each of the 17 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix races of the 2025 season.

Every canvas represents
one cityone courseone atmosphere

CHAMPIONS BY MAATTY is a unique art series by young autistic artist MAATTY, created under the direction of his mother Michaela.

Each painting captures the rhythm, geometry, and atmosphere of a unique show jumping course. Created shortly after every Global Champions event, they tell the story of sport turned into emotion.

The series captures the emotional and visual essence of each of the 17 Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix races of the 2025 season.

Every canvas represents
one cityone courseone atmosphere

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Purpose and goals

The project aims to raise awareness for neurodiversity and artistic talent beyond traditional norms, while connecting the world of equestrian sport with contemporary art. Through this powerful and visually striking initiative, it supports charitable causes and creates long-term emotional and artistic value for both collectors and equestrian fans alike.

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Exhibition

The entire collection will be exhibited during the final event of the Global Champions Playoffs in Prague at 02 ARENA, where top riders, teams and partners will be present.

Copies of the paintings will also be displayed in the public areas of the O2 Arena, so that they can be seen by visitors of the Prague Playoffs event.

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Auction

Paintings will not be sold during the exhibition itself.

Instead, a dedicated online auction will be held via ARTSLIMIT.com

The auction will run from 12 November at 10:00 and culminate on Saturday, 22 November at 14:00 during the Playoffs in Prague.

More details about the auction will be published here and on social media progressively.

We commit to donating 40% of the auction revenue to ITOT foundation to support children with disabilities through equine-assisted therapy.

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About MAATTY

MAATTY is a young, emerging Czech artist living with autism. His work is defined by precise, abstract linear compositions, often inspired by urban systems, maps, and movement in space. What began as a childhood fascination with public transit maps became a powerful visual language rooted in repetition, rhythm, and geometric storytelling.

From an early age, it became clear that visual structures had a calming and organizing effect on him. Over the years, this evolved into a unique artistic expression — combining architectural logic with emotional intensity. MAATTY works primarily with acrylic on canvas, using masking tape, grid systems, and his exceptional visual memory.

In 2025, he was named to the Forbes Czech Republic “30 under 30” list, a recognition not only of his artistic impact but also of the meaningful, human narrative that runs through his work. Despite communication barriers, MAATTY expresses himself fully through his art. His paintings are more than compositions — they are maps of emotion, portraits of thought, and bridges between inner and outer worlds. Champions by MAATTY is his most ambitious project yet, marking the first time he has merged his love of structure with the energy of live sport.

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