We’re back with the US Equestrian Open of Eventing qualifiers at The Fork @ Tryon, where the series picture could be starting to shift. Philip Dutton is still holding the lead, but Boyd Martin brings Miks Master C and Shanroe Cooley, with Will Coleman and Very Dignified, and Sydney Elliott and QC Diamantaire also in the mix. With big points on offer, the leaderboard could look very different by the end of the weekend.

Annie and Diarm unpack the key entries, what the Prediction Center is showing, and why history says you don’t have to lead after dressage—but you do need to be close.

Episode Highlights

• Series tension: Philip still on top, but the door is open for Boyd to close the gap.
• Big entries: Miks Master C, Shanroe Cooley, Very Dignified, and QC Diamantaire headline the field.
• Form guide: Which horses bring speed, consistency, and ratings that matter.
• Course history: Why time penalties play a big role and what type of horse suits Tryon.
• Looking ahead: How this weekend could set the tone for the $100,000 Morven Park Final.

Guests Annie Bishop Diarmuid Byrne

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