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Inside Scone: Wills Oakden on What Makes Scone Special
Manage episode 499636180 series 1277198
We’re nearing the first-ever Scone Palace International Horse Trials — and Scotland’s own Wills Oakden is here to take us behind the scenes. Nicole Brown chats with Wills about what this brand-new event means for Scottish eventing, the work going into preparing the venue, and his own plans for competing on home turf. From fresh challenges to home advantage, it’s a mix of insight, humour, and excitement for one of the most talked-about additions to the 2025 calendar.
Episode Highlights:
- The end of an era for Blair and why Scone is stepping into the spotlight
- Terrain, setting, and spectator appeal — what makes Scone unique
- Wills’ perspective on the cross-country course and preparations
- His horse line-up for the weekend
- How he handles pressure at home events
- Why Scone’s first year is just the start of something big
Guest: Wills Oakden
Host: Nicole Brown
Scone Palace International Horse Trials is running from the 21st to the 24th of August. Check out tickets here. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
1173 episodes
Manage episode 499636180 series 1277198
We’re nearing the first-ever Scone Palace International Horse Trials — and Scotland’s own Wills Oakden is here to take us behind the scenes. Nicole Brown chats with Wills about what this brand-new event means for Scottish eventing, the work going into preparing the venue, and his own plans for competing on home turf. From fresh challenges to home advantage, it’s a mix of insight, humour, and excitement for one of the most talked-about additions to the 2025 calendar.
Episode Highlights:
- The end of an era for Blair and why Scone is stepping into the spotlight
- Terrain, setting, and spectator appeal — what makes Scone unique
- Wills’ perspective on the cross-country course and preparations
- His horse line-up for the weekend
- How he handles pressure at home events
- Why Scone’s first year is just the start of something big
Guest: Wills Oakden
Host: Nicole Brown
Scone Palace International Horse Trials is running from the 21st to the 24th of August. Check out tickets here. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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