Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event

Kentucky week is here, and this Inside Kentucky show brings you straight into the final stages of preparation. Nicole Brown is joined by world number one Harry Meade and world number two Boyd Martin, two of the leading contenders heading into this year’s five-star. With multiple horses between them, the conversation goes inside the decisions, the systems, and the reality of getting to the start line. From differing preparation strategies to managing pressure, building confidence, and delivering when it matters, this is a look at five-star eventing from the very top. Plus, they look ahead to Kentucky itself, the challenge of Derek di Grazia’s cross-country track, and what it really takes to produce a performance across all three phases. Highlights: Harry Meade and Boyd Martin on their Kentucky contenders and final preparations Different approaches to five-star prep, from minimal runs to traditional build-ups Managing pressure, expectations, and delivering on the biggest stage Cross-country insight, Derek di Grazia’s design, and making the time The balance between individual goals and championship ambitions Why performance, not position, is the real focus at five-star level Guests: Harry Meade — British five-star event rider and current world number one. Boyd Martin — American Olympian and five-star event rider, currently ranked world number two. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on Instagram and Facebook.

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