3 - 6 September 2026
The latest previews, interviews and reports from Defender Burghley.
Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo won their second consecutive Defender Burghley in the best possible way, with a superb clear showjumping round performed in the harmonious, foot-perfect style that is a joy to watch and has characterised their whole week.
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Several of this year's prizes went to the same recipients as last year, with Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo once again victorious.
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The thirteenth running of the SEIB Insurance Brokers Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifier at Defender Burghley on Sunday 7th September was won by show producer, Jo Jack riding Abigail Sole’s bay gelding, African Jazz.
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The Spillers Horse Care prize for the best-cared-for-horse rewards the tireless work and dedication of some of the sport’s greatest unsung heroes — the grooms.
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Ros Canter has been awarded the Avebury Trophy, which is presented to the rider who produces the best judged cross-country round at Defender Burghley, for the second year running.
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