Inside Defender Burghley: The Entries Reaction Show

Nicole Brown and Sam Watson dive straight into the newly announced Defender Burghley Horse Trials 2025 entry list — and the stories behind the names. With the course running in reverse for the first time since 2017 and an elite field taking shape, they discuss the contenders, the challenges, and the drama that could unfold.

Episode Highlights:

• The reversed Burghley track and how it could make time even tougher.
• Ros Canter & Lordships Graffalo's huge Prediction Centre win chance — and the Badminton/Burghley double on the line.
• Vitali's brilliance, Tim Price's resilience, and the quest for a Burghley win.
• Colorado Blue's stamina strengths and Ireland's hopes.
• Harry Meade's triple challenge and quest for a first 5* victory.
• Exciting returning and debuting combinations to watch.

Guests:

• Nicole Brown – Host of the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast.
• Sam Watson – International event rider, analyst, and EquiRatings co-founder.

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