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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