In this episode Diarm is back from his honeymoon and brings with him a new game to the Eventing Podcast - Alphabetti Spaghetti! This week is all about the letter 'A' and there are some obvious topics of discussion and some less so! Let us know what you think by getting in touch on Facebook or Twitter - we'd love to hear from you!
The team take a look at some of the 'Young Guns' who will be looking to make their mark in 2019. Classified as riders who are 25 or under so were born in 1994 or after - many have already been holding their own in more Senior company. The EquiRatings databases have been searched and one rider in particular stands out from the crowd. There is also some Eventing trivia for you to get involved in - be sure to get in touch on Facebook & Twitter and let us know who else we should be watching out ...
This weeks episode is a special interview with the 2018 Horse Trials Support Group Scholars Laura Collett & Alex Bragg. Talking stats, stable superstars & plans for 2019 it's a great insight into two of the most talked about riders on the British circuit. As always let us know what you think on Facebook & Twitter and don't forget to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify or Podcast Addict to make sure you don't miss any episodes!...
With the 2019 season nearly upon us the team pick out some horses to watch this year. From the 5* Winners, 'Forgotten' Horses, Young Guns & 'Horses Whose Name You Don't Know Now But You Will Next Year' (catchy title!) there is plenty of discussion, some obvious choices and some less so! Sam predicts Irish domination at the big B's, Diarm fancies another Happy Hale Bob day, Nicole backs the Brits (tell us something new) & Jenni uncovers an epic Mr Bass stat from 2018. Who do you think we ...
With the festive season in full swing it's time for the Eventing Podcast Christmas Party! The team look back and pick their favourite moments from the 2018 season, plus find out just what happened on Diarm's wedding night. Let us know your highlights & of course don't forget to vote for the EquiRatings Horse of the Year 2018!
Sam and Diarm talk about managing chance, about using an OST model to achieve your off-season goals and about why there is no such thing as luck. Sam even throws in a few practical tips for seeing a stride!
It's that time of year again! Loughan Glen, Don Geniro & Donner are all former winners, who takes the EquiRatings Horse of the Year crown in 2018? There are strong opinions on this one, Nicole gets off the fence on several occasions, Jenni flies the American flag, Sam champions Ireland & Diarm tries to retain control of the short list. Does he succeed? You'll have to tune in to find out!! It's been a year of some huge performances & you'll all have your favourites as well, be sure to...
This week attention turns to Adelaide and the last CCI4* of the 2018 season. We pick some potential winners, pitting two predictive models against each other for the first time. We are also delighted to be joined by Andrew Hoy, who gives us stories from his past (and plans for his future) and talks about what the fans will be enjoying this weekend at the show.
The final European 4* of the season did not disappoint with French young gun Thibault Fournier rising to the occasion to win his debut at the level. The team talk through all the action in France in this latest episode.
Nicole is BACK after giving birth to a baby the team have already sorted as a Hufflepuff and decided will be a therapist. But what you really want to know is what will happen at Pau. The team make their predictions for what is sure to be a wild weekend in France.
Think of the attribute list of an event horse. Footwork, reactions, intelligence, athleticism, carefulness, scope, speed, stamina, impulsion, submissiveness, paces and trainability. Which attributes are we testing and how much emphasis is placed on each? How these attributes are tested will absolutely shape the type of event horses that are bred, produced and purchased, and then it will continue to shape how we train them. If 76% of horses all score the same score of zero penalties in the cross-...
With the rest of the team tied up Nicole drafts in a super sub in the form of Tom McEwen. A great opportunity to hear all about his WEG adventures, plans for Toledo de Kerser in 2019 & of course what Tom thinks of Sam's impression... On top of this there is a look forward with Boekelo in the Netherlands this coming weekend where there is a wealth of top talent on display including the clash of Julia Krajewski's Samurai du Thot & Tim Lips's Bayro. Don't forget that you can subscribe to th...
With the dust settling on WEG 2018 Sam & Jenni are back from their adventures in Tryon. It's the perfect opportunity to discuss the Irish success, Sam's FOD and relive all of the action again. We get an insight into Team Ireland through the week from Sam, Jenni reflects on the highs and lows for the US camp while Nicole cries (on more than one occasion). We love this episode, we hope that you do too.
Tryon 2018 has given us everything we could have asked for from a World Championships, thrills, spills, heartbreak & drama. The team look back at the result and pick their favourite moments, from British domination & a new record finishing score to the rise of Team Ireland. We've loved having you along with us on the WEG journey and we have lots more coming up in the next few months, stay tuned with us on the Eventing Podcast & as always, thanks for the support!
What a day. The Cross Country in Tryon had plenty of influence on not only the team standings but also the individual leader board. It's a happy team though with Great Britain, Ireland & France filling the top three places for the teams. We've another day to wait until the Show Jumping so enjoy a recap of all things Cross Country and a look forward to how things might finish.
Dressage at the World Equestrian Games is done and all attention now turns to Capt Mark Phillips' track. The team reflect on a new German record, what could unfold on the Cross Country and who are the ones to watch if speed plays a big part. Tom is in Dublin, we still aren't sure if he is being kept their against his will, but Ciaran is off to assess the situation tomorrow. We'll keep you posted. Make sure you keep in touch with us throughout social media - big day ahead!!...
Day 1 of the World Games is done and it was Julia Krajewski & Chipmunk FRH who stole the show, leading with an incredible score of 19.9 and slotting into 3rd in the all time best WEG Dressage scores. Nicole & Diarm are joined by Tom Carlile & Ciaran Glynn to talk through all of the action from the first day of Dressage. Everything from German domination, how to build your Stack and ones to watch tomorrow. We hope that you're enjoying all of the EquiRatings & Eventing Podcast cove...
With WEG just about to start Nicole & Diarm welcome special guests Tom Carlile & Ciaran Glynn to the podcast to talk all things Hurricane Florence, the Draw and count down to the action. Prepare yourselves for an Irish related drinking game, lots of super stats and some bold predictions. It's finally here! Sit back, enjoy & make sure you stay with us every step of the way!
With Tryon 2018 just around the corner the excitement in the EquiRatings camp is really building. On this episode Diarm & John Kyle talk all things WEG....
Europe have dominated major championships in recent years and come into Tryon 2018 with some big chances for Team & Individual Gold. The team look for a chink in Germany's armour, consider team tactics and discuss who could be the dark horses of the competition. You can listen to the Rest of the World preview by clicking here too. What do you think? Let us know! Get in touch on Facebook & Twitter and check out the EquiRatings team predictions in full here ....
Tryon 2018 is here! The team kick off the first of the preview episodes with a look at what it takes to win WEG, plus a discussion of key contenders from the Rest of the World - Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the U.S. Next episode - Europe!
After repeatedly knocking on the door at Burghley, Tim Price and Ringwood Sky Boy finally hit the jackpot. The team break down all the action from a thrilling weekend as we countdown to WEG, plus have the scoop on what you all really want to know ... what's the latest on Diarm's beard?
The Event Rider Masters finale at Blair Castle ... last-minute shake-ups to teams ahead of the World Equestrian Games ... and a star-studded lineup at Burghley — there is plenty to discuss on this week's episode! Who do you think will take the Burghley win?
The 2018 Event Rider Masters Series Finale heads to Blair Castle International Horse Trials this weekend with the top names battling it out for a place on the Series Podium. There are a number key contenders for the Leg title too with last year’s defending champion Shane Rose returning to British soil for the first time this season and a number of former Blair winners in the line up. Diarm & Nicole enjoy a look back at the story of the 2018 season and just what could happen this weekend in t...
With WEG Mania well and truly set in the team look at the latest teams that have been selected for a trip to Tryon in a few weeks time, including the immediate reaction to the British Team selection. For all of the latest podcast news visit us on Facebook or Twitter . Lots of big WEG episodes coming up, make sure you subscribe to us on iTunes to make sure you don’t miss any of the action....
It's crunch time for WEG selection! All eyes are on Hartpury, Strzegom and Haras du Pin this weekend as key contenders are running for a final time before teams are announced. It's entirely too much excitement for the team to handle.
The whole team are back together to talk all things Camphire, Burgham, Gatcombe and WEG, plus one of the team has some big news to reveal.... Make sure you keep up to date with all of the latest podcast news by following us on Facebook & Twitter .
We said a German would win and Chris Burton would make the time ... but that's about all that went to plan on a wild weekend at Aachen. #InnuendoBingo abounds as the team rehash all the action in Germany. Looking ahead, we have top horses out at Burgham and key combinations seeking their WEG qualifiers at Camphire. We are in for a thriller of a weekend ... You might need to stand in the rain in the garden to cool off!
The team look back on all of the action from an excellent weekend in France for Leg 5 of the Event Rider Masters, with the Series looking set for a brilliant finish at Blair at the end of August. Ahead of one of the greatest shows in Aachen this coming weekend it is hard to look past German domination on the leaderboard, despite them missing a couple of their former Aachen winners in La Biosthetique Sam & Opgun Louvo. Who wins it? Let us know what you think by getting in touch on Facebook an...
The Event Rider Masters Specials are coming thick and fast as the team look back and celebrate redemption day for Upsilon at Barbury while previewing all of the action for Leg 5 in Jardy this weekend. There is a top class field making the trip to just outside of Paris but the team are unanimous in their pick to win – Izzy Taylor & Be Touchable. Will Cillnabradden Evo put his Barbury Show Jumping behind him and will Chris Burton hold onto the top of the Series Leaderboard? Make sure you tune ...
