Riders display standout outfits at badminton horse trials trot-up

Riders showcased a range of stylish ensembles during the first trot-up inspection at the Mars Badminton Horse Trials on 6 May. The event combined veterinary checks for the horses with a display of fashion choices from competitors. Several riders received attention for their distinctive looks as they prepared for the five-star competition.

Young US rider Cosby Green wore a white and green dress while presenting Heather Morris’ Jos Ufo De Quidam. Emily King earned the prize for best-dressed female rider from Hiho Silver in a blue jumpsuit with a statement collar as she trotted up Valmy Biats, owned by herself and her father David King.

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Ros Canter riding Lordships Graffalo during the dressage at the Mars Badminton Horse Trials
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Ros Canter leads Badminton dressage with strong test

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Ros Canter has taken the lead in the dressage at the Mars Badminton Horse Trials on Lordships Graffalo. The defending champion scored 23.7 penalties, 4.4 ahead of second-placed Tiana Coudray. Cross-country action is scheduled to begin on Saturday morning.

Two horses faced scrutiny during the opening trot-up for the Mars Badminton Horse Trials on May 6 but both passed inspection after re-presentation. All 61 entries advanced to dressage as a result. The event marks the start of the five-star competition in Gloucestershire.

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Three additional riders have withdrawn from the Mars Badminton Horse Trials ahead of the event scheduled for 6-10 May in Gloucestershire. The latest pullouts include two Irish competitors and a US rider. Competitors are beginning to arrive at the park for the competition.

Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo dominated the 2026 Mars Badminton Horse Trials, securing multiple prizes including the main trophy. The event concluded with a range of awards for top riders, owners and support teams.

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Harry Meade withdrew Amanda Gould’s Grafennacht before the final trot-up at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event on April 26 due to foot soreness after losing a shoe on cross-country. Jennie Brannigan’s FE Lifestyle was sent to the holding box but passed re-inspection. Twenty-three five-star pairs presented to the ground jury ahead of showjumping.

Britain secured second place in the dressage Nations Cup at Lier, Belgium, during a heatwave that challenged competitors.

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British riders dominated the opening days of the Royal Windsor Horse Show, claiming victory in every CSI5* class over the first two days. Matt Sampson, Jack Whitaker and Ben Maher each delivered standout performances with new and established mounts. The results provide a strong marker ahead of the world championships in Aachen.

 

 

 

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