Rosie and Catherine dive into the action where Laura Collett and London 52 dazzled everyone, finishing with a record score of 19.8. Hear about their run and how this win positions Laura as a strong contender for Olympic selection. We also cover the close competition with Oliver Townend and Cooley Rosalent, who also impressed by finishing on their dressage score. With the spring season's critical events fast approaching, our review unpacks all the thrilling performances and what they mean for the upcoming competitions.  Listen for free across all podcast platforms. Sponsors: This show is kindly supported by Strawmax a healthy, ultra-absorbent and economical equine bedding option for your horse. Find out more here. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

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Dive into the latest podcast, where we unveil a groundbreaking new metric poised to transform equestrian sport strategy. Sam and the team explore the genesis of the Suitability Index, a single, powerful number that distils complex performance data into actionable insights. Whether you're a competitor aiming for Olympic glory, a team manager strategizing for national success, or a horse buyer in the competitive market, this episode provides essential knowledge on how to leverage this innovative tool for competitive advantage. Discover how it can optimize horse selection, team assembly, and performance predictions in a sport where every detail counts. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast:Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

EquiRatings Special: Suitability Index

Embark on an unforgettable journey as we delve into the incredible story of Vanir Kamira, affectionately known as Tilly Bean. Discover how this "ordinary" mare, with extraordinary heart and determination, defied the odds to clinch prestigious titles at Badminton and Burghley, etching her name into eventing history. Join us as we explore the depths of her unique partnership with Piggy March, revealing the resilience, grit, and unwavering trust that propelled them to the pinnacle of success. Celebrate the legacy of a true champion, whose spirit and fight encapsulate the essence of eventing. Guests: Piggy March, born Georgina in Leicestershire and affectionately nicknamed after the character Piglet from Winnie The Pooh by her sister, is a celebrated British event rider. Her journey in eventing has been marked by significant achievements, including clinching her first five-star title at the 2019 Badminton Horse Trials with Vanir Kamira, a feat that ignited a stellar season culminating in a Team Silver at the Eventing European Championships and a second place at the Burghley Horse Trials. Piggy's dedication to the sport was further recognized when she was named the BE Leading Rider in 2019​​. March's commitment extends beyond competition; together with her husband, Tom March, she runs March Stud in Northamptonshire, focusing on breeding, competing, and selling horses aimed at excelling in international equestrian sport. Their operation is grounded in a belief in quality genetics and patience, foundational training for each horse to reach its potential. Piggy has also made significant contributions to Team GB at World and European Championships, securing individual silver medals in 2009 and 2021, and was a vital part of the gold medal-winning team at the World Equestrian Games in Tryon in 2018. Sponsors: We're delighted that Agria have come on board as partners of the 'Horse of a Lifetime' series on the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast in 2024. Established over 130 years ago, Agria have been at the heart of the insurance industry for many years but their recently launched Equine Lifetime Insurance has revolutionised the offering available.  Agria's commitment to equine welfare and desire to protect your partnership with your horse makes them the perfect partner as we look forward to reflecting with some of the greatest names in the sport, on their horses of a lifetime.  This podcast is supported by Agria, the company behind the UK's only lifetime equine insurance.  Their mission is to raise the bar on horses' lifelong wellbeing and they offer up to £10,000 of vet fee cover, year after year - for life!  Their Horse of a Lifetime campaign celebrates the horses who enrich our lives. To find out more search for Agria Horse of a Lifetime, where you can enter on the Agria website, or catch up with Agria Equine on Instagram and Facebook. For more information and to find out how the Agria team can support you visit Agria Pet Insurance. Agria Pet Insurance Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register Number 496160. Agria Pet Insurance Ltd is registered and incorporated in England and Wales with registered number 4258783. Registered office: First Floor, Blue Leanie, Walton Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7QW. Agria insurance policies are underwritten by Agria Försäkring.

Horse of a Lifetime: Piggy March

Catch all the action and drama from the Defender Kentucky Three Day Event! Dive deep into the thrilling performances, unexpected outcomes, and the sheer emotion from one of the most anticipated events of the season. Join Diarm, freshly returned from a cramped flight, and Sally Spickard from Eventing Nation as they unravel the complexities of this year's competition, highlighting the unpredictable nature of eventing. Whether discussing Tom McEwen's unexpected turn of events or celebrating the unexpected victors, this episode is packed with expert insights and a riveting recount of the high-stakes drama that unfolded. Guests: Sally Spickard is a prominent figure in equestrian journalism, currently serving as the Managing Editor for Eventing Nation. Her work primarily focuses on covering equestrian sports, particularly eventing, where she delivers news, insights, and interviews with top figures in the field. Her contributions extend beyond event coverage, also providing educational content and training tips for the equestrian community.  Beyond her editorial roles, Sally is involved in various aspects of the equestrian world, including event organization and coverage.  EquiRatings Eventing Podcast:Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Inside Kentucky: The Review Show

Hear from the top 3 and USEF National Champion in the Defender 5* at the post-event press conference in Kentucky. Oliver Townend, Tom McEwen, Yasmin Ingham and Lauren Nicholson talk through their performances and answer the journalist's questions.  Please excuse the slightly poorer sound quality due to it being a live press conference.  EquiRatings Eventing Podcast:Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Inside Kentucky: Defender 5* Post Event Press Conference

Hear from the top 5 in the Cosequin 4*-S at the post-event press conference in Kentucky. Will Coleman, Boyd Martin and Caroline Pamukcu talk through their performances and answer the journalist's questions.  Please excuse the slightly poorer sound quality due to it being a live press conference.  EquiRatings Eventing Podcast:Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

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