When Nicole Met: Lucienne Bellissimo

Lucienne Bellissimo begins the 2026 season with a new flag beside her name, now officially representing the United States.

It is a change that reflects where life and sport have taken her. From riding ponies in the New Forest to building businesses, surviving serious injuries, and returning to the top level of eventing, Lucienne's journey has been anything but straightforward.

In this episode she reflects on the resilience behind that journey, the decision to build her life in the US, and the horses she believes could carry her towards five-star success.

Highlights

• Lucienne Bellissimo's move to represent the United States in 2026
• Growing up in the New Forest and finding her path into eventing
• Launching the Horse Scout platform and balancing business with riding
• Recovering from multiple serious injuries and returning to competition
• The US eventing landscape and the impact of the US Equestrian Open
• Five-star ambitions and the horses leading her 2026 season

Guest

• Lucienne Bellissimo – International event rider now competing for the United States.

This show is kindly supported by Bedmax, purpose-made, natural horse bedding designed to protect respiratory health, support hooves, and provide a clean, comfortable stable environment.