Carolina Review Show

The 2025 international eventing season is officially in full swing, and what a way to kick things off at the Setters' Run Farm Carolina International! Nicole is joined by Holly Hudspeth, who had a front-row seat to all the action over the weekend. Together, they recap an exciting competition filled with standout performances, tough cross-country challenges, and major leaderboard shake-ups.

🏆 Key Highlights from the Show:
🔹 Jennie Brannigan & FE Lifestyle – Securing a long-awaited international victory after years of top-level performances.
🔹 Monica Spencer & Artist – Leading after dressage but dropping down the order after an early cross-country pin.
🔹 Waylon Roberts & OKE Ruby R – Fast and fearless, climbing from 14th to finish second.
🔹 Allison Springer & No May Moon – A strong podium finish and potential 5* debut at Kentucky?
🔹 Ema Klugman's impressive top-10 double with Bronte Beach and Chiraz.
🔹 Boyd Martin's return with Fedarman B and Commando 3 making waves in the 3*.
🔹 Derek di Grazia's first Carolina course – A fresh design with challenging questions, new features, and an exciting future.

🔥 Inside the Episode:
📌 The impact of Derek di Grazia's new cross-country course design.
📌 Why no one made the time on cross-country this year.
📌 Behind-the-scenes footing management – heating blankets for turf?!
📌 The significance of Carolina International in the US eventing calendar.
📌 Top performances in the 3 division*, including Sarah Kozumplik & Rock Phantom's win.
📌 A tribute to Will Faudree & Pfun after their final Carolina run.

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