How does a holiday in Sligo turn into a horse ownership journey that leads all the way to Burghley, Rio, and—hopefully—LA 2028?

In this episode of Through the Owner’s Eyes, Nicole Brown sits down with longtime owner Peter Cattell to explore the highs, the heartbreaks, and the heart behind nearly two decades in top-level eventing. From watching Mark Todd ride Leonidas II at the Rio Olympics to nurturing one of the sport’s most exciting young horses, MGH Zabaione, this is a story of passion, partnership, and purpose.

Whether you’re an aspiring owner, a lifelong fan, or just curious what it really takes behind the scenes, this episode is full of honesty, insight, and joy.

Episode Highlights

• Peter and Di’s journey into horse ownership began by accident—during a holiday in Sligo filled with golf and beer.
• A surprise call about Major Milestone led to a Burghley breakthrough and a partnership with Mark Todd.
• The Rio Olympics brought an emotional rollercoaster, from cross-country highs to final-day heartbreak.
• Leonidas was a standout horse whose legacy lives on—now retired in the paddock at home.
• MGH Zabaione is rising fast with Pádraig McCarthy, and Peter has no plans to sell their championship hopeful.
• For Peter and Di, it’s the people, places, and partnerships that give horse ownership its real meaning

Guest

Peter Cattell is the owner behind top-level horses that have appeared at Burghley, Rio, and now aim for LA 2028.

Host

Nicole Brown is the host of the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast

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