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During the first trot-up of the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event today, Jennie Brannigan's thoroughbred, Twilightslastgleam, was not accepted and sent to the holding box. When presented for re-inspection, the horse was spun. Twilightslastgleam is 15 years old and has previously competed successfully at this event, finishing sixth at the Maryland 5 Star last autumn.

Ocala, FL – The second day of A Sudden Impulse showcased a series of competitive events. The day commenced with the $10,000 NSBA 3-Year-Old Open & Limited Open Hunter Under Saddle, followed closely by the $10,000 NSBA Maturity Non-Pro & Limited Non-Pro Western Pleasure.

All thoroughbreds bred for racing and based in Britain are now eligible to be registered with the Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), as the industry aims to enhance equine traceability. Previously, registration was limited to horses that had either raced or trained with licensed trainers.

The Longines Global Champions Tour in Shanghai is poised to present an exciting event from May 2 to May 4, 2025, featuring 52 elite riders from around the world. Fans can anticipate a weekend filled with high-level competition and drama, as the top three finishers from last year's LGCT Grand Prix of Shanghai are set to compete again.

Semmieke Rothenberger from Germany achieved first place in the Horses & Dreams CDI3* Grand Prix held on April 23, 2025, riding her horse Farrington. This marks her fourth victory in the past five months in senior level competition. Rothenberger and the 15-year-old KWPN gelding received a score of 72.804%. Isabell Werth finished in second place, scoring 70.

The draw for the 2025 Mars Badminton Horse Trials has been revealed, indicating that Kirsty Chabert will be the first to compete on May 7 with her horse Classic VI. She will also ride Opposition Heraldik Girl later in the event. Last year's champions Caroline Powell and her horse Greenacres Special Cavalier have been drawn second, while Caroline will also pilot High Time in the 98th position.