EquiRatings Eventing Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode of the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast, we take a closer look at six rising stars in the eventing world—9-year-old horses who are already making their mark and could be the ones to follow this season. These young talents have put in impressive performances and are on track for big things in 2025.

• MGH Zabaione – Padraig McCarthy's exciting ride made history as the first Irish horse to win the prestigious CCI4*-S 8/9 YO class at Blenheim. He heads into the season as the highest-rated 9-year-old in the world.
• Cooley Mosstown – Caroline Harris' horse is one of the fastest in the sport and has an incredible cross-country record, jumping clear in every one of his international starts.
• Corimiro – A top prospect for Sarah Bullimore, Corimiro already has a CCI3* win under his belt and a strong finish at Boekelo's CCI4*-L.
• Kiarado d'Arville – Lara de Liedekerke-Meier's ride had a standout season in 2024, including three international wins and a dressage test that scored just 20.8 at Kronenberg.
• Jaguar's Duende – The highest-rated 9-year-old in the U.S., Sharon White's mare put in a strong performance at Blenheim and is one to keep an eye on for the season ahead.
• C-Let's Dance van de Beemd– Laura Collett's young star rounds out the list after producing the best CCI3* score of 2024 with a 20.5 at Cornbury.

With a mix of speed, consistency, and serious potential, these horses are set to make waves in 2025.

For more details on each horse, check out the full blog post on EquiRatings: Six 9-Year-Old Eventers to Watch This Season.

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In this episode we're throwing it back to a great conversation we had with Jonelle Price back in 2021. The When Nicole Met series is proudly supported by Bedmax. From growing up in a non-horsey family in New Zealand to taking on the world's biggest competitions, Jonelle shares her journey, the highs and lows of eventing, and what it takes to reach the top.

• A Non-Horsey Start – Growing up in a town where horses weren't part of the plan and how she ended up in eventing anyway.
• The Big Move – Leaving New Zealand and taking a huge gamble to build a career in the UK.
• Championship Breakthroughs – The road to the 2012 London Olympics and competing alongside her childhood heroes.
• Classic Moët's Magic – How an unlikely mare became a cross-country machine and took her to 4th at the 2014 World Equestrian Games.
• Balancing It All – Life as a top rider, business owner, and mum—how she makes it work.

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In this episode of the Eventing Podcast, we welcome back the incredible Caroline Moore for an inspiring and deeply moving conversation. Diagnosed with stage four cancer three years ago, Caroline shares how she has approached life with remarkable resilience, positivity, and an unwavering drive to make the most of every moment.

• A New Perspective on Life: Caroline reflects on how the past three years, despite their challenges, have been some of the best of her life.
• Rising to the Challenge: She shares how her mindset as a coach and competitor has helped her tackle adversity head-on.
• Making Every Moment Count: From skydiving and zip-lining to spontaneous trips with friends, Caroline embraces every opportunity to create unforgettable experiences.
• The Power of Positivity: How surrounding yourself with the right people, setting small goals, and focusing on what you can do can transform any challenge.
• A Legacy for the Future: Caroline discusses her passion for coaching and her mission to ensure that quality training is accessible to riders at every level.

Caroline Moore is a renowned eventing coach whose impact on the sport extends far beyond the arena. Despite her diagnosis, she continues to inspire riders and coaches alike with her dedication, insight, and incredible zest for life.

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New Zealand international, and the latest member of the EquiRatings Horse Sales team, Sam Lissington sits down with Nicole to look forward to 2025.

With a strong team of horses ready to step up this season, Sam shares her ambitions, the lessons learned from training with the Kiwi high-performance squad, and how she's helping shape the future of eventing—both in and out of the saddle. Plus, she gives an inside look at EquiRatings Horse Sales and how data and expertise are changing the game in sourcing top equine talent.

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• Big Goals for 2025 – Sam outlines her competition plans, including her sights on Badminton and beyond.
• Finding the Next Superstar – Inside her new role with EquiRatings and how data meets gut instinct in sourcing top horses.
• Kiwi Pre-Paris Training Camp – Behind the scenes of the high-performance squad and what it taught her.
• Balancing Life & Business – How she's creating opportunities for young riders and shaping the future of eventing.

Sam Lissington is a New Zealand five-star event rider known for producing top-level horses from a young age. Now, as the newest member of the EquiRatings team, she's bringing her expertise to the world of data-driven horse sales.

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She's in the hot seat! Piggy March joins us for a no-holds-barred Q&A, answering your burning questions. From breeding plans and motivation on tough days to her ultimate competition snack and what her horses would say about her, this is a fun and insightful listen.

Highlights:

• Pineapple on pizza? The answer is strong and definitive.
• March Stud update – Tom's passion project and why breeding can be heartbreakingly tough.
• What keeps her going? Piggy opens up about finding motivation through the ups and downs.
• If she wasn't an event rider… What would she be doing instead?
• Inside Boyd Martin's yard – Her first impressions of his world-class setup in the U.S.
• If horses could talk… What they'd really say about Piggy!

Guest:
Piggy March – Five-star eventer, Badminton winner, and one of eventing's most respected horsewomen, Piggy brings her signature honesty and humor to this listener Q&A.

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The Paris Olympics are done and dusted, and now the countdown to Los Angeles 2028 begins. But if history tells us anything, the next Olympic champions are already making their mark. Sam Watson and Nicole Brown dig into the numbers to see which horses are on track for gold. From proven stars to rising talents, they break down who has the best shot at topping the podium in four years' time.

Highlights:

• Nickel 21: The top pick for LA 2028? Julia Krajewski's Aachen winner is firmly in the mix.
• Lordships Graffalo's redemption arc: Can the European champion bounce back after Paris?
• Zaragoza's Olympic potential: Is this the next big star for France?
• The US contender: Could Caroline Pamukcu's HSH Blake deliver for Team USA?
• The numbers behind the champions: What key trends link past Olympic medalists?
• Who's flying under the radar? A surprise name in the data could be a future superstar.

Guest:

Sam Watson – Irish Olympian, analyst, and EquiRatings co-founder, Sam breaks down the numbers and what they tell us about the road to LA 2028.

Who will be on top in four years? The data is already pointing to some answers. Listen now on all podcast platforms.

Read the blog article here: how-paris-proved-the-power-of-data-in-eventing-lessons-for-la-2028

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She's back for round two, and nothing is off the table! Piggy March tackles more listener questions, from the best (and worst) advice she's ever received to the superstitions she just can't shake. She shares which event she'd bring back in a heartbeat, reveals a young horse to watch, and even gets caught up in a Strictly Come Dancing debate. Plus, the real reason she's officially retired from cycling—this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Highlights:

• The one thing Piggy wants to be remembered for—and why it matters.
• Superstitions in sport: total nonsense or something to watch out for?
• The eventing calendar shake-up: which lost events deserve a comeback?
• The best advice she's ever received (feat. William Fox-Pitt).
• The young homebred she's got her eye on for 2025.
• Why her cycling career was short-lived—but worth every mile.

Guest:
Piggy March – Five-star eventer, Badminton winner, and one of eventing's most respected riders, Piggy brings her trademark honesty and humor to another round of listener questions.

Missed part one? Go back and catch up to hear Piggy's thoughts on Boyd Martin's yard, how she keeps going on the tough days, and plenty more listener questions.

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Love is in the air… but so is competition! For this annual extravaganza, we've teamed up with the USEA Podcast for a Valentine's Special, where two eventing couples go head-to-head in the ultimate test of knowledge, quick thinking, and maybe even their relationships. This year, Jacob & Cornelia Fletcher take on Shane & Niki Rose in a battle of eventing trivia, general knowledge, and personal questions—some answers are spot on, others… not so much.

Highlights:

• Competitive streaks revealed—who's more ruthless, Jacob or Cornelia?
• General knowledge round goes sideways (cricket, Japan's national sport? Really?)
• Eventing facts put to the test—who knows their stuff?
• The moment one rider realizes they might not know their partner quite as well as they thought...

Guests:

• Jacob & Cornelia Fletcher – Five-star eventers, new parents, and fiercely competitive.
• Shane & Niki Rose – Australian eventing power duo, but will their teamwork hold up under pressure?

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In this episode of the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast, we look ahead to the Stirling Venture Capital Grand Prix Eventing Showcase at Bruce's Field presented by Taylor Harris Insurance Solutions, the first chance to see some of the biggest names in U.S. eventing kick off their 2025 season. A key part of the showcase is the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant, created to honor the legacy of Annie Goodwin and provide crucial financial support to young equestrian professionals. We sit down with two past recipients to hear how this grant is shaping their careers.

Highlights Include:

• Pursuing Eventing at the Top Level – Isabelle Bosley, the first-ever recipient of the grant, shares how the $20,000 award gave her the confidence to step out on her ownand invest in her career.
• From Show Jumping to Carriage Driving – Taylor Bradish, a two-time World Championship competitor, discusses her journey in the sport  and how the grant is helping her push forward.
• Carriage Driving Takes Center Stage – Taylor will bring a new challenge to the showcase, putting eventers behind the reins in a special driving demonstration.
• Honoring Annie's Legacy – With nearly $200,000 raised, the grant continues to support the next generation of equestrians across disciplines.

Guests:

• Isabelle Bosley – Eventer and first-ever recipient of the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant.
• Taylor Bradish – Top U.S. carriage driver and 2024 grant recipient.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about opportunity, ambition, and the future of equestrian sport.

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Some of the biggest names in eventing history were already making waves at 10 years old. Now, as the 2025 season gets underway, we dive into the next generation of potential superstars—horses that have built an impressive foundation and are ready to take on the best in the world. Who has what it takes to break into the top ranks this year?

Highlights Include:

• HSH Blake – Caroline Pamukcu's top-rated 10-year-old has already proven himself on championship stages. Could he be the next U.S. superstar?
• SBH Big Wall – Izzy Taylor's striking grey is consistently posting top dressage scores and has a big season ahead.
• Brookfield Future News – Piggy March's rising star was on the podium at Blenheim as an 8-year-old and is looking to build on that success.
• Keep It Cooley – Wills Oakden's exciting young horse has dominated Blair Castle, winning at every level from 2* to 4*.

Plus, we explore how the landscape of eventing is shifting, and which surprise names could emerge this season.

Guests:

• Diarm Byrne – EquiRatings co-founder, breaking down the numbers behind the best 10-year-olds in the sport.
• Nicole Brown – Your host, leading the conversation on what makes these young stars ones to watch.

Which of these horses will make their mark in 2025? Tune in to find out.

For more insights, check out the full blog at EquiRatings News.

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