One horse eliminated at Kentucky five-star first trot-up as 35 presented

British Hopefuls Pass Trot-Up at Kentucky 2025

The 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event commenced with the traditional first horse inspection, setting the tone for what promises to be an exhilarating competition. Held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, this premier CCI5*-L event attracts top-tier equestrian talent from around the globe. Trot-Up Highlights: British Contenders Shine Among the notable moments, British world champion Yasmin Ingham’s mount, Banzai Du Loir, was one of two …

One horse eliminated at Kentucky five-star first trot-up as 35 presented

Jennie Brannigan and Twilightslastgleam at the Kentucky five-star first trot-up 2025, with veterinary delegate Dr Debbie Williamson in the foreground. Jennie Brannigan’s ride Twilightslastgleam was not accepted at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event first trot-up this afternoon (23 April). The 15-year-old thoroughbred, owned by Nina Gardner, was sent to the holding box and then spun when presented for re-inspection. Twilightslastgleam has comp…