The Badminton Tour Diaries: Sunday

Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo made history — again. Two years after their first Badminton win, they're back on top, becoming the first-ever pair to reclaim the title. It was a win that meant a lot, not just to the scoreboard, but to the people behind it.

This episode has it all: big moments, bigger reactions, and the little stories that stuck with us. From Colorado Blue's masterclass to heartbreak for Cooley Rosalent, and from Katie Magee's breakout to Taylor Mason's last-minute arrival and top-20 finish — there's plenty to unpack.

Highlights:

• A historic win for Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo — the first-ever pair to reclaim a Badminton title
• Emotional tribute to Caroline Moore and what the moment meant for Team Canter
• Colorado Blue and Austin O'Connor deliver one of the most polished rounds of the day
• Final-phase heartbreak for Oliver Townend and Cooley Rosalent
• Harry Meade climbs the leaderboard with two in the top six — and eyes World No. 1
• Katie Magee and Taylor Mason step into the spotlight with breakout performances

Guests:

• Tilly Berendt – Equine journalist with a sharp eye and sharper wit
• Catherine Austen – Longtime eventing reporter and editor with years of insight
• Harry Meade – Double top-six finisher, discussed live with his children
• Charlie Meade – Breaks down the FEI World Rankings like a pro
• Lily Meade – Shares her riding ambitions and reflections
• Sarah Charley – Groom of Lordships Graffalo
• Archie Saul – Co-owner of Lordships Graffalo
• Adam Short – Groom to Tom McEwen and JL Dublin
• Siobhan Binns – Groom to Will Rawlin
• Georgia Hatton-Brown – Will Rawlin's partner and team manager
• Ros Canter – 2025 Mars Badminton Champion

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