The first Scone Palace International Horse Trial promised a lot — and it delivered. Big names, big crowds, and big storylines on Scottish soil.

In this review show, Nicole Brown is joined by Event Director & Course Designer Alec Lochore and journalist Catherine Austen to unpack year one at Scone. From behind-the-scenes reflections on building a brand-new international to a full competition debrief, they cover the contenders, the clashes, and the moments that made 2025 unforgettable.

From Ros Canter and Izilot DHI going head-to-head with Laura Collett and London 52 in a CCI4*-S showdown, to Jonelle Price making a statement in the CCI4*-L with Capitaine De Hus Z, it was a weekend packed with class, quality, and plenty of future stars. Add in a clean sweep for the women at the top of the podium, nearly 30,000 spectators, and a brand-new event that already feels like a fixture — this is one for the history books.

Highlights:

• Behind the ropes: Alec Lochore on the pressure, the pitfalls, and the moments that clicked
• The showdown: Ros & Izilot DHI vs. Laura & London 52 — separated by just 0.2 penalties
• Jonelle Price and Capitaine De Hus Z make their mark in the CCI4*-L
• Standout performances from Emily King, Izzy Taylor, Tom Jackson & more
• Family vibes, Scottish flair, and why Scone already feels like a “proper” international
• The horse statue signing — the coolest new tradition on the circuit

Guests:

• Alec Lochore – Event Director & Course Designer, Scone Palace International Horse Trials
• Catherine Austen – Journalist & eventing insider, providing competition analysis and on-the-ground perspective

Host:

• Nicole Brown

 

For news, results, and future updates: www.sconehorsetrials.com

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