The cream of the crop
The Defender Perpetual Challenge Trophy, awarded to the winning owners. A miniature replica will also be awarded to the owner and the rider of the winning horse: Karyn Shuter, Angela Hislop and Val Ryan
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The latest previews, interviews and reports from Defender Burghley.
Pure Class from Townend
Oliver Townend and Ballaghmor Class are 2023 Defender Burghley Horse Trials Champions and scoop the richest prize in the sport this year.
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Class of 2023 report
In a nailbiting conclusion to this year's Defender Burghley, US rider Jennie Saville with FE Lifestyle finished best of the eight first-timers to complete the competition.
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David Doel wins the Avebury award
David Doel is this year’s recipient of the Avebury prize for the best cross-country round, for his outstanding performance on Galileo Nieuwmoed.
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Flying high
The youngest rider in this year’s field is celebrating a first Defender Burghley completion.
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