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In this episode, Nicole Brown is joined first by Matthew Taylor, Director of Racing at Perth Racecourse, to talk about the build-up to the very first Scone Palace International Horse Trials. From pulling the event together in just 10 months to preparing seven cross-country tracks, Matt shares behind-the-scenes insight into course building, ground management, and what it means for Scottish eventing.

Then Spike the Vet steps in to join Nicole for a full preview of the feature classes — the CCI4*-L and CCI4*-S. They run through the EquiRatings Prediction Centre favourites, the ones to watch, and a few dark horses, with plenty of stats, form analysis, and rider backstories to set the scene for the weekend.

Episode Highlights:

Matthew Taylor on merging racecourse and eventing expertise for year one at Scone
How the team is tackling ground prep after a dry summer
CCI4*-L contenders — from joint favourites Wills Oakden & Keep It Cooley to Daisy Berkeley’s Blenheim runner-up
CCI4*-S favourites — why Laura Collett & London 52 could be tough to beat
International challengers, dark horses, and form pointers for both classes
What’s on across the weekend: grassroots championships, showing, show jumping, mounted games, and more

Guest Info:

Matthew Taylor — Director of Racing, Perth Racecourse
Spike Milligan — Equine Vet & regular EquiRatings Podcast contributor

Host:

Nicole Brown

For tickets and event info: www.sconehorsetrials.com

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