He’s done it again! Canadian eventer Tik Maynard donned his cowboy hat this weekend at Kentucky Horse Park and took him a repeat title in the 2025 Road to the Horse World Championships of Colt Starting, besting three other competitors to get the job done with the horse he had chosen, an unbroken Quarter Horse named Goodluck Cat. This annual competition challenges its invited competitors to make as much progress as they can with their chosen horses over the course of three days, with 90 minute sessions with the horses each day. A panel of judges determines the round winners and final champion, and it was once more Tik, whose empathetic and intuitive approach with horses earned him yet another title, a Circle Y saddle, and a big ol’ belt buckle to boot (on top of a winner’s check for $75,000).
If you missed out on any of the Road to the Horse streams, we highly encourage you to check them out. The whole weekend is free to view on YouTube here.
U.S. Weekend Results
The Event at TerraNova (FL): [Website] [Scores]
Galway Downs International H.T. (CA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Volunteer] [Live Stream]
Bouckaert Equestrian H.T. (GA): [Website] [Scores]
Jumping Branch Farm Spring H.T. (SC): [Website] [Scores]
Morven Park Spring H.T. (VA): [Website] [Scores]
Major International Events
Thorseby Park International Eventing Spring Carnival (UK): [Website] [Scores]
News & Reading
Last chance! The deadline to apply for a free 6-month Equine Academy membership has been extended to TODAY and it’s open to Adult Amateur riders (18+) who competed at least once in 2024 in dressage, hunters, jumpers, or eventing. No need to meet strict USEF amateur rules—if you don’t earn most of your income from riding or teaching, you’re good to go! Four grants are up for grabs (random drawing in April), and if over 250 people apply, that doubles to eight—so spread the word and apply now here!
From grooming at the Olympics to galloping racehorses, designing for top brands, and racing across Mongolia, Linda Vegher has never taken the straight path—and that’s exactly how she likes it. A lifelong horsewoman with a flair for adventure and an eye for detail, Vegher has found her way back to the equine world as a sought-after equine massage therapist. Most recently, she’s traveled with Team USA to the 2024 Paris Olympics, helping top event horses stay at their peak. Her story is a reminder that for some of us, it’s all connected. Read more here.
Your jumping round starts long before the first fence—and according to grand prix rider Ronny Riemer, mastering your course walk is one of the most important skills you can develop. In Part 1 of his EQUESTRIAN+ video series, Ronny breaks down his go-to strategies for walking courses like a pro, from planning your first-fence approach to navigating bending lines, tricky combinations, and more. With clear examples and practical tips, this is a must-watch for anyone looking to ride smarter and with more confidence. Learn more here.
Video Break
Take a spin around the 4*-S at the Setters’ Run Farm Carolina International with Elisa Wallace and Lissavorra Quality:
