Badminton is getting close, and on this week's British Eventing Showin partnership with Zebra Products, the focus turns to preparation.

Nicole Brown is joined by Simon Grieve and Megan Elphick for a look at what the final weeks really involve, from five-star systems to grassroots goals, and everything in between.

Simon heads back to Badminton with Autograph, four completions behind him and a completely different mindset to previous years. Megan returns with two rides at the grassroots, balancing the pressure of riding for an owner with a new level of confidence in her own system.

From stable yard routines to course walks, mindset work to managing nerves, this episode looks at the details that shape Badminton week, and what it actually takes to be ready.

Plus, Simon shares his top tips for grassroots riders, while Meg highlights how to make the most of the Badminton experience as a visitor.

Highlights

• Simon Grieve's Badminton return and the system behind his preparation
• Megan Elphick's two rides and a new approach to pressure and confidence
• What Badminton week really looks like, from arrival to cross country day
• Mindset, nerves, and the work behind building confidence
• Course walks, alternatives, and the importance of having a plan
• Top tips for grassroots riders and first-time Badminton visitors

Guests

• Simon Grieve — British five-star event rider and co-host of the Shut Up and Ride podcast.
• Megan Elphick — Event rider and content creator documenting her journey through the sport, from grassroots to Badminton.

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: www.zebraproducts.co.uk

Learn more about the Veredus E-VENTO cross-country boots, designed for lightweight protection and ventilation: https://www.veredus.com/jumping-eventing?lang=en_US

Explore the Sprenger equestrian range, known for innovative bit design and precision engineering: https://www.sprenger.de/en/collections/equestrian

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