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British Eventing Show: Sunny Starts, Big Goals & Badminton Buzz

EquiRatings Eventing Podcast

Release Date: 05/03/2025

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EquiRatings Eventing Podcast

It is Aachen week which is the perfect rehearsal before the World Championships there next year. With many big nations sending their 'B team', the door is wide open for new frontrunners to emerge. Could this be USA’s moment? In this episode, Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down the key contenders, big storylines, and Prediction Centre insights ahead of one of the most intense team tests of the summer. Highlights: US on the Rise – Can Commando 3 or Off The Record deliver under pressure and put the USA back on top? Prediction Centre – Dacapo is at the top but it's wide open from...

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This British Eventing show hits at the halfway point of the 2025 season with plenty to talk about. From a new collaboration with The Pony Club to mid-season grassroots standouts and insights on the BE stat centre, this episode explores how the sport is evolving and celebrates the riders making it happen. Episode Highlights Pony Club and British Eventing team up to make the sport more accessible for young riders. Shared calendars and local opportunities aim to reduce travel and encourage grassroots participation. Rosie looks back at Badminton and Chillington grassroots championships,...

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Episode three of Strawmax Stable Chat is here and this time Piggy March is in the hot seat. Join Nicole as she dives into the personal side of one of eventing’s most successful riders. Episode Highlights The best advice Piggy’s ever received and how 10-minutes can clear your head. Dinner party dream guests including a peak into Piggy’s kitchen — from steak and salad to the all-important wine. Who Piggy looks up to outside of eventing Piggy’s most-used emojis Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more Strawmax Stable Chats, with new guests joining us each month. Guest:...

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In this special episode of When Nicole Met, supported by Littlemax (the sister brand to Bedmax), Nicole sits down with one of eventing’s brightest young stars — Tom Woodward. From a freak leg injury to a breakout Badminton debut and a fairytale win at Bramham, Tom opens up about the ups, downs, and driving ambition behind his rising career. Episode Highlights Tom reflects on how he went from flying under the radar to becoming the under-25 national champion and one of the breakout stars of Badminton 2025. He shares the remarkable story of Low Moor Lucky, the quirky, late-starting horse who...

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How does a holiday in Sligo turn into a horse ownership journey that leads all the way to Burghley, Rio, and—hopefully—LA 2028? In this episode of Through the Owner’s Eyes, Nicole Brown sits down with longtime owner Peter Cattell to explore the highs, the heartbreaks, and the heart behind nearly two decades in top-level eventing. From watching Mark Todd ride Leonidas II at the Rio Olympics to nurturing one of the sport’s most exciting young horses, MGH Zabaione, this is a story of passion, partnership, and purpose. Whether you’re an aspiring owner, a lifelong fan, or just curious...

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We’re on the other side of another five-star and what a weekend it was at Luhmühlen 2025. Diarm and Nicole break down all the headlines in this episode supported by FLAIR Strips. From Izilot's win and Laura Collett’s missed milestone, to Cosby Green’s breakthrough and what Sam Lissington’s result means for New Zealand. They tackle the bigger questions - judging ranges, high-performance trends, and whether Australia’s seat at the 'Big Six' table is in danger. Episode Highlights Izilot vs. Graffalo – A win for Ros, but is it enough for European selection?  Dressage Drama –...

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We’re halfway through the 2025 eventing season, and it’s time to take stock. In this jam-packed episode, Nicole is joined by Sam, Spike, and Diarmuid for a full mid-season review. They look back on the standout five-star performances at Kentucky and Badminton, debate the dominance of Graffalo, Chipmunk, and London 52, and get stuck into some of the sport’s biggest questions—from judging controversies to phase influence to what makes a true five-star horse. Expect heated debate, expert insight, and plenty of name drops as the team maps out what’s happened so far—and what’s still...

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We're straight back into five-star fever with a Luhmühlen Preview Show supported by It is shaping up as a British battle, with London 52 leading the charge for a fourth five-star victory. But can anyone stop Laura Collett's phenomenon? From dressage records to European team implications, this weekend could reshape the summer's storylines. In this episode, Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down the favourites and the form heading into one of the most compelling Luhmühlen fields in recent history. Highlights: London 52's Dominance – Three of the top four five-star finishing scores in...

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It’s one of the biggest weeks in the British eventing calendar – Defender Bramham! Nicole is joined by Saffron Cresswell for an exciting preview of the 4*-L and 4*-S classes, including the under-25 division. They discuss key contenders, young horses on the rise, new course designer changes, and who might be putting their hand up for European selection. Get ready for big predictions, fun facts, and plenty of insider buzz before the action kicks off. Listen for free wherever you usually get your podcasts. We’ve teamed up with Arc Microtech to bring you something special. ✨   ⚡...

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With Badminton right around the corner, it’s a big week in British eventing — and this show is full of inspiration, insight, and expert advice.

Nicole Brown is joined first by five-star rider and coach Kylie Roddy, who shares her mindset heading into Badminton with SRS Kan Do, plus invaluable tips for grassroots riders preparing for the Lemieux Grassroots Championships or Aspen Cooling BE80 Championships. From sticking to your plan to managing nerves and distractions, Kylie’s perspective is all about confidence, clarity, and enjoying the moment.

Then, British Eventing CEO Rosie Williams returns to the show to talk sunny starts to the season, strong entry numbers, how the Abandonment Fund is evolving, and how British Eventing is working to make the sport more sustainable, accessible, and responsive to feedback. They also touch on new initiatives like Cross Country Plus and Pony Club collaboration, plus an exciting few weeks ahead for grassroots riders.

 

Highlights:

  • Badminton Mindset – Kylie Roddy on prepping for a five-star and helping her students thrive at championship level
  • Grassroots Gold – Tips for sticking to your plan, riding with confidence, and managing atmosphere at big events
  • BE Updates from the Top – Rosie Williams on strong entries, early-season momentum, and preparing for the rest of 2024
  • Initiatives to Watch – From Cross Country Plus to BE-Pony Club collaboration, how BE is building for the future
  • Grassroots Championship Buzz – What’s coming up at Badminton and Chillington, and why it’s not just about the winners

Guests:

  • Kylie Roddy – Five-star rider, coach, and master of the mindset game. 
  • Rosie Williams – British Eventing CEO with her finger on the pulse. 
  • Nicole Brown – Your host, bringing the questions, the context, and the conversations you didn’t know you needed.

 

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