EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
Nicole Brown and the EquiRatings' team cover the latest in the world of eventing. We preview and review the major events and provide data-driven analysis on the sport around the world - from grassroots through to the championships.
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Littlemax Future Stars: Oliver Barrett
07/24/2026
Littlemax Future Stars: Oliver Barrett
Eight-year-old Oliver Barrett watched Chris Burton win at Aachen and fell in love with the sport. Fourteen years later, he's heading back to the iconic venue himself, with a horse his family bred, started under saddle and produced every step of the way. In this episode of the Future Star series, Nicole catches up with Oliver ahead of his first senior World Championships. Sandhills Briar was backed at home in New South Wales, carried Oliver to a CCI5* victory at Adelaide earlier this year, and now the pair are bound for Germany as one of Australia's most exciting combinations. They talk about growing up on a breeding property, what it's like having two Olympic event riders as parents, and why they've chosen to stay based in Australia rather than following the more traditional path to Europe. Oh, and Oliver's dad built him a mini Aachen in the back paddock using a tractor. You'll definitely want to hear that story in full. Highlights Sandhills Briar's journey from foal to five-star winner Growing up with Olympic event riders for parents Preparing for Aachen from Australia The pressure riders put on themselves A home Olympics on the horizon in 2032 Guest Oliver Barrett – Australian event rider heading to his first senior World Championships with Sandhills Briar. This series is brought to you by Littlemax, part of the Bedmax family. Their dust-extracted pine shavings are designed to give horses a cleaner, more comfortable bed. Find out more at
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Cup of Tea with Alice Casburn
07/23/2026
Cup of Tea with Alice Casburn
Topspin used to spook at dandelions. Alice Casburn spent more time catching him in the collecting ring than riding him. Now, at 18, he's heading to the first-ever FEI Under 25 Eventing World Championships as the favourite. Nicole sits down with Alice to look back on the remarkable partnership that's taken them from a quirky homebred nobody else wanted to ride, to five-star success and a Bramham title that secured their place on the British team. They also talk about the pressure of arriving as the favourite, why she'd happily take a big, tough track at Millstreet, and the exciting reserve mare waiting in the wings. Oh... and there's a tiny dog looking for a boyfriend. You'll have to listen for that one. Highlights Topspin's journey from spooky youngster to championship favourite Learning to handle the pressure of expectation Bramham, British titles and celebrating the big moments LSS Ile De Re and the future beyond Topspin The "rivalry" with Germany's Calvin Böckmann Guest Alice Casburn – five-star event rider and British team member for the FEI Under 25 Eventing World Championships. Supported by Carr & Day & Martin, trusted equine care since 1765 and part of the Connolly's Red Mills group.
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U25 World Championships Preview Show
07/22/2026
U25 World Championships Preview Show
The first ever FEI Under 25 Eventing World Championships are here. Nicole is joined by Diarmuid Byrne, Spike Milligan and Annie Bishop to look ahead to Millstreet, where a world title is on the line. Topspin against Altair de la Cense. Alice Casburn against Calvin Böckmann. They've already gone head-to-head twice before, and now they meet again with the biggest prize yet. The Prediction Centre has them well clear of the rest of the field, but is it really that straightforward? The team also looks at the strength of the American and Irish squads, which horses could shake up the podium, and where the championship might be won and lost. Highlights Topspin vs Altair de la Cense Team medal predictions The jump from three-star to four-star Reading the Prediction Centre Dark horses to watch Guests Diarmuid Byrne – EquiRatings co-founder and data analyst Spike Milligan – FEI team vet with decades of championship experience Annie Bishop – US eventing broadcaster and co-host of the US Equestrian Open Podcast Connolly's Red Mills are offering 15% off Foran Equine products to Eventing Podcast listeners! Use the code EquiRatingsPodcast15 to receive your discount. View the full collection Note this does not apply to the already discounted Pre-Fuel & Refuel combo packs. If you have any other questions regarding feeding click to ask the Connolly's RED MILLS experts. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and
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Flair Overview Show: The Changing Road to Championships
07/17/2026
Flair Overview Show: The Changing Road to Championships
Is a horse's route to a championship as important as its destination? As we build towards Aachen, Sam Watson joins Nicole for one of these deep-dive overview shows, and this one gets right to the heart of how the modern event horse is made and managed. The days of one road to a championship are gone. Now riders are picking their own paths, saving legs, choosing four-star over five-star, and building form lines that don't always line up neatly against each other. Sam has the EquiRatings numbers to prove it, and they tell a story that goes well beyond selection headaches. Because underneath the championship talk sits a bigger question. Has the type of horse we're producing actually changed? And if it has, what does that mean for the long format, for injury risk, and for the future shape of the sport? Highlights Five-star starts on the decline Rethinking the championship form line The 33% drop in long-format numbers What a "Horse of the Year" ranking could look like Cost, ownership and the lorry park economy Should young horses get their own showcase at the biggest venues? Guests Sam Watson – EquiRatings co-founder and 5-Star eventer, bringing the data behind the sport's biggest trends This episode is supported by FLAIR Strips, the vet-developed, drug-free nasal strips proven to help horses breathe more easily and recover faster, worn by riders across disciplines. Find out more at .
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Inside Defender Burghley 2026: A Conversation with Miranda Rock
07/15/2026
Inside Defender Burghley 2026: A Conversation with Miranda Rock
Sixty-five years in, and Burghley still gives its own team goosebumps. In this episode of Inside Burghley 2026, Nicole heads to Burghley HQ to sit down with Miranda Rock, Executive Chair of the Burghley House Preservation Trust, for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to preserve one of the world's most iconic five-stars. From protecting Capability Brown's historic parkland and centuries-old trees to redesigning the shopping village, improving visitor flow and planning for the future, Miranda explains the work that goes on long before the first horse arrives. Along the way, she shares stories from Burghley's remarkable history, her family's connection to the estate, the Olympic legacy that still lives inside the house, and why Ros Canter's unforgettable walk down Winners' Avenue with baby Seneh is one of her favourite Burghley memories. Highlights Burghley's Cecil family history The retail and wayfinding changes for 2026 Protecting Capability Brown's historic parkland Ros Canter's memorable Burghley victory What the next chapter looks like for Burghley Guest Miranda Rock – Executive Chair of the Burghley House Preservation Trust and 16th-generation descendant of William Cecil. 🎥 Watch every moment on : exclusive live coverage, replays, and behind-the-scenes access all week. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and
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Grassroots Show: Training to Competition with Kirsty Chabert
07/13/2026
Grassroots Show: Training to Competition with Kirsty Chabert
Everyone talks about training. Almost nobody talks about why it doesn't show up on the day. Kirsty Chabert has just won the Nations Cup at Bicton on Classic VI, and she's admitting something most riders won't: she's terrified of heights, still can't walk to the edge of a drop fence, and has spent years working through it. If a five-star rider with that record still fights her own nerves, what does that mean for the rest of us walking into the startbox? This episode of the Grassroots Show goes straight at that gap between the arena at home and the ring at a show. Kirsty breaks down what she actually leans on when the pressure's on, why competing above your level in schooling matters more in jumping than dressage, and why she disappears the week before a big event instead of riding. Highlights Managing nerves at every level Training above the level you compete Building pressure into schooling at home Reading your own competition honestly The trot-to-walk transition that matters most A cross-country warm-up challenge to try Guests Kirsty Chabert, five-star event rider and coach, Nations Cup winner at Bicton on Classic VI. Presented by part of the family. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on and
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A Cup of Tea with Sam Lissington
07/08/2026
A Cup of Tea with Sam Lissington
This week's Cup of Tea is with Sam Lissington, and she's arrived with news that's still sinking in: her first senior call-up, earned inside a fortnight that could easily have gone the other way. Second at Bramham with Sooty, then the setback nobody saw coming when he came home from the vet with an injury that ended his season. So how do you show up for the next horse when everything feels uncertain? Sam talks us through the whiplash of that stretch, a horse bought on a hunch in a Finnish indoor, the mistake she owns at Bilton without excuse, and the phone call that made all of it worth it. Highlights Bramham high, then a career low Performing on Lucas Stone under pressure Buying a horse in a Finnish indoor Owning the mistake at Bilton A stressful vet check day What success at Aachen looks like Guests Sam Lissington – New Zealand event rider, newly selected for her first senior World Championships This series is supported by Carr & Day & Martin, globally trusted equine care products since 1765 and now proudly part of the Connolly’s Red Mills Group. Learn more about their full range at: EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Don't forget to follow us on and
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USEA Special: Careers in the Sport
07/01/2026
USEA Special: Careers in the Sport
For many horse lovers, becoming a professional rider is the dream, but it's far from the only way to build a fulfilling career in eventing. In this episode of the USEA Official Podcast, host Nicole Brown is joined by organizer and licensed official Emily Holmes, championship groom, organizer, and former USEA President Max Corcoran, and Eventing Nation co-publisher Sally Spickard to discuss the many careers that help keep the sport running. Together, they share the winding paths that led them to where they are today, the lessons they've learned along the way, and the advice they would give to anyone hoping to turn their passion for horses into a profession. From media and event management to officiating and grooming, this episode is a reminder that there's more than one way to make your mark in the sport of eventing. Subscribe to the USEA Official Podcast on , , , or EquiRatings Eventing PodcastDon't forget to follow us on and
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Who Heads to Aachen? The Team Picks!
06/30/2026
Who Heads to Aachen? The Team Picks!
Forget the selectors. We've picked the teams. Nicole is joined by Sam Watson, Annie Bishop and Spike the Vet to take on one of the toughest jobs in eventing, selecting the combinations they'd send to Aachen. There are easy picks. Then there are the horses keeping everyone awake at night. Who has done enough this season? Does five-star form still carry the most weight? Which riders are impossible to leave at home? And which nation has the strongest hand heading into the World Championships? Expect plenty of debate, a few disagreements and some very difficult decisions as the panel works through the leading contenders from Great Britain, Ireland, the USA, Germany, Australia and New Zealand. Then, with the teams almost settled, everyone puts their reputation on the line with their first World Championship medal predictions. Highlights: Our World Championship teams The biggest selection dilemmas Five-star form versus four-star results Who's in, who's out and who's on the bubble Which nation has the strongest squad Early medal predictions Guests: Sam Watson – EquiRatings Co-Founder Annie Bishop – Co-host of the US Equestrian Open Podcast Spike the Vet – Equine veterinarian and regular Eventing Podcast panellist
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Red Mills Special: Andrew Williams & John Tilley on producing tomorrow's stars
06/26/2026
Red Mills Special: Andrew Williams & John Tilley on producing tomorrow's stars
From sourcing young horses to producing future five-star talent, Andrew Williams and John Tilley have helped shape the careers of some of the sport's biggest names, including Tim Price's Jarillo, Georgie Goss' Kojak, Ballycoog Breaker Boy and more. In this Red Mills Special, Nicole sits down with the pair to discuss what they look for in a young horse, how they produce horses for the top of the sport, balancing a successful sales business with competition ambitions and why patience is at the heart of every good production system. They also share the story behind their move to Ireland, John's rapid rise through the levels and the young horse they're most excited about for the future. Highlights • How they identify future five-star horses • Producing young horses for long-term success • Building one of Ireland's leading production yards • Balancing horse sales with competition goals • John's journey from amateur rider to four-star event rider • The six-year-old they believe could be their next star Guests Andrew Williams – One of Ireland's leading young horse producers, renowned for sourcing and developing future international event horses. John Tilley – Four-star event rider and young horse producer, bringing through the next generation of event horses from their base in Ireland. Sponsors: Connolly's Red Mills are offering 15% off Foran Equine products to Eventing Podcast listeners! Use the code EquiRatingsPodcast15 to receive your discount. View the full collection Note this does not apply to the already discounted Pre-Fuel & Refuel combo packs. If you have any other questions regarding feeding click to ask the Connolly's RED MILLS experts. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and
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2026 Luhmühlen Review Show
06/24/2026
2026 Luhmühlen Review Show
Luhmühlen delivered one of the biggest results of the season so far and with championship selection getting closer, Nicole and Ali have plenty to unpack. This week they look back on Caroline Harris and D. Day becoming two-time five-star winners, why that performance could matter far beyond one result and which combinations helped themselves as team announcements edge closer. There’s also discussion around Emily King’s strong weekend, Boyd Martin continuing to collect results, standout performances from Hallie Coon and Julia Krajewski and a look at who might just be peaking at the right time. Plus, Ali’s Eventing Manager predictions finally come good and she’s taking her moment. Highlights: • Caroline Harris and D. Day win Luhmühlen five-star • What the result means for championship selection • Boyd Martin’s podium finish and ranking implications • Hallie Coon’s impressive performance • Julia Krajewski and Nickel take the four-star short • Early Aachen team conversations Guests: Ali Barrett – EquiRatings AI & Sports Media Analyst, working across automation, performance analysis and storytelling to turn equestrian data into insights for fans and the sport. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow
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Willberry Special
06/20/2026
Willberry Special
There are some stories that stay with the sport forever. This week, Nicole shines a light on Hannah’s Willberry Wonder Pony charity as it celebrates 10 years of making an extraordinary impact. At Badminton, Nicole catches up with Hannah’s mum Rachel Francis and trustee Miles Toulson-Clarke to reflect on Hannah’s story, the community that rallied around her and the legacy that continues to grow today. Following Hannah’s osteosarcoma diagnosis at just 17, Willberry became far more than a mascot. What began as one young rider sharing her journey has gone on to fund vital research, grant life-changing wishes and support families facing impossible circumstances. This is a conversation about horses, determination, community and the difference one person can make. Highlights • The story behind Hannah’s Willberry Wonder Pony • How one rider inspired a global community • 10 years of wishes, fundraising and impact • Progress in osteosarcoma research • The eventing community’s role in Hannah’s legacy • Why Willberry continues to mean so much • What it means to “Be More Hannah” Guests Rachel Francis Miles Toulson-Clarke EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow
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2026 Luhmühlen Preview Show
06/17/2026
2026 Luhmühlen Preview Show
One withdrawal and suddenly the whole conversation looks different. This week Nicole, Annie and Ali preview Luhmühlen, build their Eventing Manager teams and try to work out where the value now sits in a five-star that suddenly feels much more open. There’s debate over strategy, discussion around combinations arriving with form at the right time, and plenty of disagreement over where to spend the budget. Plus, attention turns to a seriously competitive German National Championship class, Aachen implications start creeping into the conversation, and there are a few predictions that may age brilliantly… or not at all. Highlights • Eventing Manager strategy at Luhmühlen • Who benefits from Izilot DHI’s withdrawal • Caroline Harris and D.Day’s case • Five-star podium predictions • German National Championship contenders • Four-star combinations to watch • Eyes turning towards Aachen Guests Annie Bishop Ali Barrett EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow
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Defender Bramham Review Show 2026
06/16/2026
Defender Bramham Review Show 2026
Bramham feels like one of those moments in the season where things stop being hypothetical. Nicole and Spike look back on a weekend that answered some questions, created a few more, and left plenty of combinations heading into the second half of the year with momentum. There’s reaction to Bubby Upton and It’s Cooley Time defending their title after a difficult few months, a brilliant result for Selina Milnes, and discussion around the horses that left Yorkshire feeling like they belong in bigger conversations. Plus, Tom McEwen and JL Dublin edge the four-star short, the under-25 picture starts to take shape, and there’s plenty of reflection on why Bramham still holds such an important place in the calendar. Highlights Bubby Upton and It’s Cooley Time bounce back Selina Milnes’ big result Four-star short reaction Under-25 combinations impress Which horses changed the conversation Why Bramham still matters Eyes already turning towards Luhmühlen Guests Nicole Brown Spike Milligan This show is kindly supported by Bedmax, purpose-made natural horse bedding designed to protect respiratory health, support hooves, and provide a clean, comfortable stable environment.
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Littlemax Future Stars: Josh Levett
06/10/2026
Littlemax Future Stars: Josh Levett
He’s had the highs. He’s had the heartbreak. Now comes the next chapter. Josh Levett joins Nicole to reflect on a season of near-misses, breakthrough moments, and why sometimes the weeks that almost happen stay with you longest. From a first top-level campaign, to Young Rider highs and lows, to preparing to step out on his own and build a business, Josh shares what life looks like behind the results sheet. There’s talk of family, pressure, owners, sponsors, and the reality of growing up in one of eventing’s most established households while finding your own way. Plus, the lessons picked up from time with Piggy March, Clayton Fredericks, and why stepping away from home for a few months changed his perspective on the sport entirely. With Bramham ahead, one final Young Rider season, and bigger ambitions beginning to take shape, this feels like a rider right at the start of something. Highlights Why the “almost” results can stay with you more than the disasters Growing up in a horse family, and why eventing wasn’t always the plan Young Rider highs, setbacks, and unfinished business Building a business, moving out, and setting up independently Lessons learned from Piggy March and Clayton Fredericks Four-star reality checks and stepping up the levels GB or Australia? Josh talks future team ambitions The surprising thing he does before leaving the start box Guest Josh Levett This episode is also brought to you by . Purpose-made for horses, Littlemax combines ultra-low dust pine shavings with a finer, lighter flake designed to make stable management quicker and easier, while still supporting comfort, hygiene and respiratory health. Whether you’re managing a competition horse or everyday yard life, it’s bedding built with horse health in mind. Find out more and locate your nearest stockist:
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Defender Bramham Preview Show 2026
06/09/2026
Defender Bramham Preview Show 2026
A course that riders dream about. A poem nobody saw coming. And one of the strongest Bramham fields in years. Nicole, Sam and Spike are back to preview a huge week at Defender Bramham, from championship ambitions and under-25 selection pressure to the horses and riders they think could shape the weekend. There’s a deep dive into the four-star long and short fields, Eventing Manager team selections, and plenty of debate over who has the edge in Yorkshire. Expect discussion around returning winners, rising stars, championship pathways, and which combinations look ready to make the leap. Plus, thoughts on Bramham’s evolving role in the calendar, what makes this venue such a special test, and why the under-25 competition deserves the spotlight. Highlights Why this could be Bramham’s strongest field of the decade Eventing Manager picks and dark horses for the weekend Under-25 selection battles and future championship contenders Championship prep versus five-star preparation: where Bramham fits Four-star long and four-star short podium predictions Course changes and what to expect from this year’s track The combinations flying under the radar Sam’s unforgettable cross-country love poem Guests Nicole Brown Sam Watson Spike Milligan This show is kindly supported by Bedmax, purpose-made natural horse bedding designed to protect respiratory health, support hooves, and provide a clean, comfortable stable environment.
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A Cup of Tea with Tamie Smith
06/05/2026
A Cup of Tea with Tamie Smith
A horse coming into her own. A summer that wasn’t really the plan. And a trip to Europe that suddenly feels like it could mean much more. Nicole Brown sits down for a cup of tea with Tamie Smith after a flying start to 2026 and ahead of a big summer campaign in the UK. With Lillet 3 arriving in England off the back of major wins and World Championship conversations becoming harder to ignore, Tamie reflects on the partnership that took time to build and why this season feels different. They talk Bramham, supporting Team USA at Bicton, bringing riders and horses across the Atlantic, and what happens when the thing you hoped might happen starts becoming real. Plus, an update on retired king Mai Baum and why there may already be another black horse waiting in the wings. Highlights: Why Europe felt like the right next step The partnership that changed with Lillet 3 World Championships and knowing when a horse is ready Watching Team USA from the sidelines at Bicton Molly Duda’s summer campaign Life after Mai Baum Guests: Tamie Smith: US Olympian, five-star winner, and one of the leading event riders in American eventing This series is supported by Carr & Day & Martin, globally trusted equine care products since 1765 and now proudly part of the Connolly’s Red Mills Group. Learn more about their full range at: EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Don't forget to follow us on and
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Strawmax Stable Chat: Brayden Lissington
06/01/2026
Strawmax Stable Chat: Brayden Lissington
He’s usually the one behind the microphone, helping tell the stories of the sport through data, insight, and conversation. This week, the spotlight is on Brayden Lissington. Nicole Brown welcomes the Kiwi sports marketer, Eventing Weekly co-host, and EquiRatings commercial lead into the Strawmax Stable for a conversation about storytelling, sport, and the people who have inspired him along the way. From why eventing deserves its own Drive to Survive to the guests he’d most like to interview, Brayden shares the ideas that have shaped his career and his connection to the sport. Highlights: Why eventing is made for a Netflix series The guests Brayden would most like to interview His dream job away from the sport The people on his ultimate dinner party guest list Summer Heights High and the stories he loves The menu for his perfect dinner party Guests: Brayden Lissington - EquiRatings commercial lead, Eventing Weekly co-host, and former New Zealand futsal international. To find out more about Strawmax bedding and how it could work in your yard, head to: EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on Instagram and Facebook.
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The British Eventing Show: The People Powering British Eventing
05/29/2026
The British Eventing Show: The People Powering British Eventing
Badminton may be in the rear-view mirror, but the season is only just heating up. Nicole Brown is joined by Rosie Williams to reflect on a huge spring for British Eventing, from record grassroots participation numbers to the growing impact of the Eventing Together campaign and the launch of the new official training programme for volunteers and officials. Plus, hear from some of the people helping drive the sport forward. Fence Judge of the Year Pippa Best shares her extraordinary volunteering journey from Guernsey to Aachen, Young Volunteer of the Year Rose Chugg-Martin talks Badminton dreams and learning through volunteering, and Tom Rowland looks ahead to his first Nations Cup appearance at Bicton. Highlights: British Eventing’s strong start to the 2026 season Why grassroots participation continues to grow The importance of volunteers to the future of the sport Pippa Best’s journey from Guernsey to championship fence judging Rose Chugg-Martin on volunteering, confidence, and Badminton ambitions Tom Rowland on Nations Cup debuts, Bicton, and future Burghley dreams Guests: Rosie Williams, CEO of British Eventing Pippa Best, British Eventing Fence Judge of the Year Rose Chugg-Martin, British Eventing Young Volunteer of the Year Tom Rowland, British Nations Cup rider and international event competitor This episode is brought to you in partnership with Zebra Products. Zebra Products are proud to distribute some of the world’s leading equestrian brands across the UK, partnering with companies that prioritise performance, innovation and horse welfare. Their portfolio includes premium saddle makers Amerigo and Equipe, anatomical bridle specialists Menetics, bit experts Nathe and Sprenger, performance apparel brands EGO7, Cavalleria Toscana and RG, alongside trusted names in protection, nutrition and care including Veredus, Cavalor, Bucas, Mattes and Uvex, supporting horse and rider at every level of the sport. Find out more at: Learn more about the Veredus E-VENTO cross-country boots, designed for lightweight protection and ventilation: Explore the Sprenger equestrian range, known for innovative bit design and precision engineering: Inspired to get more involved? Find out how you can support training, education and the eventing community: 👉 👉 Follow on Instagram to stay up to date with all the action.
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A Cup of Tea with Elizabeth Barratt
05/27/2026
A Cup of Tea with Elizabeth Barratt
Kentucky, national titles, and a horse called Piglet. Nicole Brown sits down with one of Britain’s brightest young riders, Elizabeth Barratt, to talk about a whirlwind start to 2026, from flying horses to America for the first time to defending her Young Rider National title at Bicton. Elizabeth reflects on the scale of the Kentucky experience, learning alongside Europe’s top five-star riders, and why the trip left her hungry to come back one day for the five-star itself. Plus, she looks ahead to Bicton with two very different rides, the experienced Rehy DJ and exciting young talent Postman. There’s also talk of Young Rider Europeans ambitions, future four-stars, and the young horses listeners should keep firmly on their radar this season. Highlights: Behind the scenes of travelling horses to Kentucky What it was really like competing at the Kentucky Horse Park Defending the Young Rider National title at Bicton Why Postman could be one for the future The horse Elizabeth says listeners need to watch, Camillo Boy Tack cleaning, hot chocolates, and a late-night Baileys recommendation Guests: Elizabeth Barratt, reigning U21 National Champion and rising British event rider This series is supported by Carr & Day & Martin, globally trusted equine care products since 1765 and now proudly part of the Connolly’s Red Mills Group. Learn more about their full range at: EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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2026 Millstreet Review Show
05/25/2026
2026 Millstreet Review Show
Millstreet delivered exactly what it always promises, proper eventing. Tough ground, big questions, and a four-star leaderboard packed with quality. Nicole Brown and Sam Watson review a huge weekend in Ireland, from Senor Crocodillo stamping his class ahead of Aachen, to Sam’s own exciting young talent Ballybolger Goldman finishing fourth on his four-star debut. Plus, the story behind one of the fastest cross-country rounds of the weekend, and why soft ground might just be a dream scenario. Highlights: Why Millstreet’s conditions turned cross-country into a true stamina test Jonelle Price and Senor Crocodillo’s dominant four-star win Sam Watson on Ballybolger Goldman’s standout four-star debut Championship implications for Sarah Ennis Why Millstreet remains one of the best eventing venues in the world Guests: Sam Watson, international event rider, EquiRatings analyst, and Millstreet podium finisher EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on and
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The 900 Club
05/22/2026
The 900 Club
There are now only six horses in history to have recorded an EquiRatings Elo above 900. The latest to join the club? London 52. On this episode, Nicole Brown and Sam Watson break down what the 900 Club actually means, why London 52’s consistency is almost unmatched in modern eventing, and how his recent performances compare to some of the greatest horses the sport has ever seen. From Le Lion d’Angers to Blenheim, Bicton, Badminton, and Belsay, the pair look back on the performances that built London 52’s remarkable Elo, and why Sam believes he could already be even higher on the all-time list. Plus, where do horses like JL Dublin, Lordships Graffalo, and fischerChipmunk FRH fit into the picture, and could we one day see the sport’s first ever 1000-rated horse? Highlights What the EquiRatings Elo actually measures Why only six horses have ever crossed 900 London 52’s extraordinary run of triple-figure HPRs The greatest event horses of the modern era Why Sam thinks London 52 could already rank even higher Could a horse ever break the 1000 barrier? Guests Nicole Brown Sam Watson EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on Instagram and Facebook.
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2026 Millstreet Preview Show
05/20/2026
2026 Millstreet Preview Show
Millstreet week is here, and with it comes one of the biggest fixtures in Irish eventing. On this special Connolly’s Red Mills preview show, Sam Watson joins Nicole Brown to look ahead to the four-star at Millstreet International Horse Trials, where championship contenders, rising stars, and experienced campaigners all collide. From Jonelle Price and Senor Crocodillo, to Joseph Murphy’s Aachen hopefuls, Cosby Green’s Highly Suspicious challenge, and Sam’s own exciting young horse Goldman stepping up to four-star, there’s plenty to unpack ahead of cross-country day at Green Glens. The pair also discuss the unique challenge of showjumping after cross-country, why Millstreet matters so much to Irish eventing, and what the new FEI Under 25 World Championships could mean for the future of the sport. Highlights Millstreet’s role in Irish eventing The FEI Under 25 World Championships at Green Glens Jonelle Price’s strong hand in the four-star Aachen hopes for Ireland, New Zealand, and the U.S. Sam Watson’s four-star debutant Goldman Why showjumping after cross-country changes everything Guests Nicole Brown Sam Watson Massive thank you to for their support of this episode and of eventing at every level, from grassroots right through to championship sport. You can learn more about their feed, supplements, and nutrition programmes at .
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Grassroots Show: Mastering Cross-Country Speed with Sam Watson
05/13/2026
Grassroots Show: Mastering Cross-Country Speed with Sam Watson
Cross-country speed. Everyone wants it. Very few riders really understand how to build it. On this episode of the Grassroots Podcast, Cameron Beer sits down with Sam Watson to unpack what actually makes riders fast across country, and why speed has far less to do with bravery than most people think. From cruising speed and balance, to transitions, footwork, stamina, and course walking, Sam breaks down the systems, habits, and mindset that helped him become one of the sport’s best against the clock. There are stories from Burghley, Badminton, the World Championships, plenty of honest mistakes, and practical takeaways every grassroots rider can use this season. Because getting the time isn’t about chasing. It’s about understanding. Highlights Sam’s five pillars of cross-country speed Why “practice until you don’t get it wrong” shaped his riding The biggest mistakes riders make when chasing the clock How to train speed at home, safely and progressively Course walking tricks that save seconds without taking risks Why smooth rounds are often the fastest rounds This week’s Grassroots Challenge, Sam’s Gear Challenge Guest Sam Watson, Irish Olympian, World medalist, and EquiRatings analyst Presented by part of the family. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on and
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2026 Badminton Review Show
05/11/2026
2026 Badminton Review Show
What a week at Mars Badminton Horse Trials. As the dust settles on another extraordinary Badminton, Nicole Brown is joined by Catherine Austen, with Spike Milligan dropping in, to reflect on the performances, the pressure, and the moments that defined the week. From Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo delivering one of the great five-star performances, to standout weekends for Tim Price, Harry Meade, Tom Jackson, Sarah Bullimore, and more, this is the final look back on a week that had everything. Highlights Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo’s third Badminton title Tim Price, Harry Meade, and Tom Jackson on huge form Sarah Bullimore, Katie Magee, and the rising stars of the week The emotional moments, the near misses, and what comes next Guests Nicole Brown Catherine Austen Spike Milligan
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2026 Badminton Diaries Day 4: Cross-Country Conversations
05/09/2026
2026 Badminton Diaries Day 4: Cross-Country Conversations
By Saturday night at Mars Badminton Horse Trials, the leaderboard looks different, and so does everyone who’s been part of it. On today’s Badminton Diaries, we start the day with Simon Middleton from Zebra Products and the team behind Simon Grieve’s Autograph, sharing the emotional story of a homebred who has gone all the way to five-star. Then Marcus from Fairfax & Favor reflects on 13 years at Badminton, how far the brand has come, and why some stands become part of the fabric of the week. Out on course, Sarah Bullimore joins us after one of the rounds of the day, a brilliant clear inside the time with the 10-year-old Corimiro. Then, as the sun starts to drop over the lake, Laura Collett, Sam Watson, Georgia Patrick, and Diarmuid sit down to unpack a cross-country day that delivered everything, history, heartbreak, homebreds, and one combination that still looks untouchable. Highlights Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo hold the lead after cross-country Sarah Bullimore and Corimiro deliver one of the rounds of the week The emotional story behind Simon Grieve’s Autograph, from foal to five-star Marcus from Fairfax & Favor on 13 years at Badminton Laura Collett and Sam Watson break down the pressure, the partnerships, and the performances that shaped Saturday The movers, the heartbreaks, and who still has it all to play for on Sunday Guests Nicole Brown Diarmuid Byrne Simon Middleton, Zebra Products Marcus from Fairfax & Favor Sarah Bullimore Laura Collett Sam Watson Georgia Patrick This year's Badminton Diaries are brought to you by: Fairfax Saddles Scientifically designed saddles, bridles, and girths, built to help horses move freely, comfortably, and at their best. EcoVoltz Built for life on the move, from walking cross-country tracks to covering every corner of the showground. — please use your existing partner link if you have a direct landing page. Uvex Trusted by top riders worldwide for premium helmets and gloves, combining protection, comfort, and performance. Zebra Products Supplying world-class equestrian brands, from performance tack to rider essentials, trusted across every discipline. US Equestrian Open A new era of championship sport across jumping, dressage, and eventing in the United States. Website: EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow for your ultimate Badminton companion.
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2026 Badminton Diaries Day 4: Dickie Waygood on cross-country day at Badminton
05/09/2026
2026 Badminton Diaries Day 4: Dickie Waygood on cross-country day at Badminton
Nicole and Diarm preview the biggest day of the week before being joined by British Performance Manager Dickie Waygood for one of the most insightful conversations of the week. From Ros Canter’s record-breaking dressage lead to what separates great cross-country riders from good ones, Dickie breaks down the art of riding Badminton. This year's Badminton Diaries are brought to you by: Fairfax Saddles Scientifically designed saddles, bridles, and girths, built to help horses move freely, comfortably, and at their best. EcoVoltz Built for life on the move, from walking cross-country tracks to covering every corner of the showground. — please use your existing partner link if you have a direct landing page. Uvex Trusted by top riders worldwide for premium helmets and gloves, combining protection, comfort, and performance. Zebra Products Supplying world-class equestrian brands, from performance tack to rider essentials, trusted across every discipline. US Equestrian Open A new era of championship sport across jumping, dressage, and eventing in the United States. Website: EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow for your ultimate Badminton companion.
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2026 Badminton Diaries Day 4: Eric Winter on Building Badminton
05/09/2026
2026 Badminton Diaries Day 4: Eric Winter on Building Badminton
Before the first horse leaves the start box at Mars Badminton Horse Trials, Nicole Brown sits down with the man behind the questions, Eric Winter. From the lake to the Vicarage Vee, from camera angles to ground conditions, Eric opens up on what really goes into building a Badminton cross-country track, and why obvious doesn’t always mean easy. He talks inspiration from places like Luhmühlen International Horse Trials, why he wants riders to bring their very best cross-country horses here, and the balance between education, sport, and entertainment at the highest level. There’s also a fascinating look at how the course is wheeled, where seconds are won and lost, and why this year’s track might look straightforward... right up until you try to ride it at 570 metres a minute. Highlights Eric Winter on designing Badminton since 2017 Why “obvious” and “easy” are not the same thing The story behind this year’s lake complex and Vicarage questions How terrain, footing, and camera angles all shape the final track Why Badminton should reward true cross-country horses Eric on pressure: “Pressure is an honour.” Guests Nicole Brown Eric Winter This year's Badminton Diaries are brought to you by: Fairfax Saddles Scientifically designed saddles, bridles, and girths, built to help horses move freely, comfortably, and at their best. EcoVolts Built for life on the move, from walking cross-country tracks to covering every corner of the showground. — please use your existing partner link if you have a direct landing page. Uvex Trusted by top riders worldwide for premium helmets and gloves, combining protection, comfort, and performance. Zebra Products Supplying world-class equestrian brands, from performance tack to rider essentials, trusted across every discipline. U.S. Equestrian Open A new era of championship sport across jumping, dressage, and eventing in the United States. Website: usequestrianopen.org EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow for your ultimate Badminton companion.
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Eventing Podcast Live From Badminton 2026
05/08/2026
Eventing Podcast Live From Badminton 2026
In a special live edition of the podfrom the Ramsbury Gin Pavilion, Nicole Brown is joined by Diarmuid Byrne and Sam Watson to break down what a 23.7 from Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo really means, and whether we could be watching history in the making. Then two five-star winners join the stage. Gemma Stevens and Laura Collett talk nerves, routines, start box moments, and what really goes through your mind the night before Badminton cross-country. Highlights Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo head into Saturday on a record 23.7 Nicole Brown, Diarmuid Byrne, and Sam Watson break down the numbers behind the week so far Gemma Stevens and Laura Collett on nerves, routines, and what makes a true Badminton horse Rider reactions to Eric Winter’s cross-country track Live crowd questions, plenty of laughs, and a few predictions before the biggest day of the week Guests Nicole Brown Diarmuid Byrne Sam Watson Gemma Stevens Laura Collett EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow for your ultimate Badminton companion.
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2026 Badminton Diaries Day 3: Dressage Done & Dusted
05/08/2026
2026 Badminton Diaries Day 3: Dressage Done & Dusted
Dressage is done at Mars Badminton Horse Trials, the leaderboard is set, and now all eyes turn to cross-country. On Friday’s Badminton Diaries, Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo head into Saturday with the biggest dressage lead at Badminton in modern history, but behind them, it feels as open as ever. We catch up with Austin O'Connor on bringing Sixmilewater back to Badminton, what it takes to build future five-star horses, and why Colorado Blue is still firmly part of the bigger picture. Then Vanessa from Fairfax Saddles takes us behind the scenes, sharing the science, detail, and precision that supports riders like Harry Meade, Tom Jackson, and Bubby Upton at the top of the sport. Later, Sam Watson joins us on cross-country eve to talk mindset, preparation, and why all the homework is already done. Plus, lakeside chats with Ben Way, Matt Heath, and Rosie Meade as Badminton starts to buzz ahead of Saturday. Later, Sam Watson joins us on cross-country eve to talk mindset, preparation, and why all the homework is already done. Plus, lakeside chats with Ben Way, Matt Heath, and Rosie Meade as Badminton starts to buzz ahead of Saturday. We also catch up with Tracy and Alan from EcoVoltz on why their bikes have become part of daily life for riders, grooms, and teams across the sport. Highlights Ros Canter leads on 23.7, the biggest Badminton dressage margin on record Austin O'Connor on Sixmilewater, Colorado Blue, and building future five-star horses Behind the scenes with Fairfax Saddles and the data driving top performance Sam Watson on cross-country eve, pressure, preparation, and enjoying the moment Ben Way and Matt Heath give their honest read on Eric Winter’s track Rosie Meade on the team behind getting multiple horses to five-star Tracy and Alan from EcoVoltz on supporting the sport from the ground up Guests Austin O'Connor Vanessa from Fairfax Saddles Sam Watson Ben Way Matt Heath Rosie Meade Tracy and Alan from EcoVoltz This year's Badminton Diaries are brought to you by: Fairfax Saddles Scientifically designed saddles, bridles, and girths, built to help horses move freely, comfortably, and at their best. EcoVolts Built for life on the move, from walking cross-country tracks to covering every corner of the showground. — please use your existing partner link if you have a direct landing page. Uvex Trusted by top riders worldwide for premium helmets and gloves, combining protection, comfort, and performance. Zebra Products Supplying world-class equestrian brands, from performance tack to rider essentials, trusted across every discipline. U.S. Equestrian Open A new era of championship sport across jumping, dressage, and eventing in the United States. Website: usequestrianopen.org EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on and 👀 Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow for your ultimate Badminton companion.
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