The Badgerstown Puissance competitors, from left: Tom McEwen, Mark Todd, James Todd, Charlie Gardiner, Laura Kenny-Herbert and Holly Woodhead. Photo courtesy of Emily Dunn.
Emily Dunn, a good friend of Eventing Nation and super groom for Irish eventer Esib Power, spent much of the winter based at Mark Todd’s yard, Badgerstown in Wiltshire, England. While Emily learned an incredible amount about the sport under the tutelage of one of the greatest event riders of our time, perhaps the most valuable lesson she took away from the experience is that Toddy keeps his lorry stocked with champagne at all times. “I’ve decided that when you are celebrating your achievements so frequently that your lorry’s champagne supply has to be kept full, that is probably the moment you know you’ve made it as an event rider.” Well said, Emily. Read more about Emily’s winter exploits — including a jaunt to America to visit Meg Kep — by clicking here. Go champagne.
Events This Weekend:
Galway Downs [Website] [Entry Status/Times]
Poplar Place [Website] [Ride Times]
Sporting Days [Website] [Ride Times]
Your Sunday Links:
USEA Explains Prelim, FEI Dressage Test Movements
Memorial Service Planned for Commentator Justin Llewelyn
USEF Forms Search Committee for Dressage Chef d’Equipe
Stephen Clarke Elected as FEI Dressage Judge General
Lauren Sprieser Talks About How Riders Can Go Green
Riders4Helmets Announces Speakers for Safety Symposium
BLM Moves to Strengthen Humane Mustang Handling
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