3 - 6 September 2026
The latest previews, interviews and reports from Defender Burghley.
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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The outstanding partnership of Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo produced the cross-country round of the day at Defender Burghley and are now on course for a second successive victory following their triumph in 2024.
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Jumping a cross-country clear at Defender Burghley is a notable achievement. Coming back year after year and doing the same is remarkable.
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