THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER 2026
Diamond Jackpot Class
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A Global Grooming Challenge
The Diamond Jackpot Class is one of the most exciting additions to the international grooming competition circuit.
This high-stakes competition runs over three years and rewards the world’s most skilled and consistent groomers with both annual prizes and a growing Grand Diamond Jackpot.
Hosted by Groomania (Belgium) and Mastergroom Canada, the competition brings together top competitors from around the world, building toward a monumental final prize.
Competing in the Diamond Jackpot Class means more than just winning — it’s about recognition, growth, and long-term achievement.
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Compete among the world’s top groomers
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Earn annual prizes and compete for the Grand Diamond Jackpot
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Develop your skills over a three-year journey
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Be part of an international grooming community
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2025 — Diamond Jackpot Class launches at Groomania and Mastergroom Canada
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2026 — The competition continues, building points and prize pool
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2027 — The Grand Diamond Champion is crowned
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Competitors may participate in any official class, including:
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Handstripping
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Poodles (Toy, Miniature, Medium, Standard)
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Spaniels and Setters
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Pure Breed Scissoring
Time limits align with official class standards to ensure fairness and consistency. (See Groomania and Mastergroom rules for full details.)
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Competitors must enter at least one Diamond Jackpot event per year to remain eligible for the Grand Jackpot.
Each competitor at Groomania is evaluated by five judges.
Scores are displayed openly, allowing all participants to see their results.
Judging is based on:
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Suitability of style to the breed standard
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Skill and execution difficulty
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Overall balance, symmetry, and finish
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THE REWARD
At each event, competitors are rewarded with both prize money and points, recognising performance at every level.
Prize money is awarded as follows:
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1st Place — €2,000 (or CAD $3,000)*
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2nd Place — €1,400 (or CAD $2,000)*
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3rd Place — €1,000 (or CAD $1,500)*
*Prizes are calculated using the official exchange rate to ensure fairness.
Points are awarded at every event:
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1st Place — 10 points
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2nd Place — 8 points
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3rd Place — 6 points
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4th Place — 4 points
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Participation — 1 point
THE JOURNEY
The Diamond Jackpot Class is hosted annually at Groomania (Belgium) and Mastergroom Canada.
Together, these events form the foundation of a three-year journey where consistency across multiple competitions determines the final outcome.
Competitors can participate in either event — participation in both is not required.
Each event crowns its own annual champions, while also contributing to the overall international competition.
At the end of the competition cycle, the competitor with the highest cumulative score is crowned the Grand Diamond Champion. In case of a tie, the final winner is determined by an anonymous vote from the judges involved across the three-year period.
How the Diamond Jackpot Works
A three-year journey from competition to championship.
Eligible Competition Classes
The Diamond Jackpot Class is open to competitors participating in the following official classes:
Handstripping
Poodles (Toy, Miniature, Medium, Standard)
Spaniels & Setters
Pure Breeds Scissoring
All time limits and technical requirements follow the official Groomania and Mastergroom Canada competition standards.
The Final Champion
The Grand Diamond Champion is crowned at the final event of the cycle at Groomania 2027.
This winner receives the full Jackpot prize and earns global recognition among the world’s elite groomers.
Cumulative Points System
Points are awarded at every Diamond Jackpot event:
1st Place — 10 points
2nd Place — 8 points
3rd Place — 6 points
4th Place — 4 points
Participation — 1 point
Competitors must participate in at least one Diamond Jackpot event per year to remain eligible for the Grand Jackpot.
Annual Prize Money
Each competition, the top three competitors at Groomania and Mastergroom Canada receive the following prizes:
1st Place: €2,000 (or CAD $3,000)
2nd Place: €1,400 (or CAD $2,000)
3rd Place: €1,000 (or CAD $1,500)
Prizes are calculated using the official bank exchange rate on the day of competition.
Three-Year Competition
The Diamond Jackpot runs over a three-year cycle.
Competitors collect points at each participating event.
At the end of the cycle, the competitor with the highest total points wins the Grand Diamond Jackpot.
Two International Events
The Diamond Jackpot Class takes place each year at:
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Groomania - Belgium
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Mastergroom Canada
Each event crowns its own annual winners while contributing points toward the global three-year competition.
How the Diamond Jackpot Works
The Grand Diamond Jackpot
Each year, both Groomania and Mastergroom Canada contribute €2,500 to a shared Diamond Jackpot fund.
Over three years, this prize grows into a spectacular €15,000 Grand Diamond Jackpot.
At the end of the competition cycle, the competitor with the highest cumulative points is crowned the Grand Diamond Champion at Groomania 2027.
In case of a tie, the winner will be decided by an anonymous vote from judges involved during the three-year competition period.
Meet the Judges
Barbara Prueckel
Allison Alexander
Eve Raison
Michell Evans
Sue Zecco
Competition rules
Download the official competition rules for Groomania 2026, outlining all guidelines, requirements, and regulations for participants.
Preparation & Bathing
A fully equipped preparation & bathing area available to all competitors throughout the event operating on a first-come, first-served basis.