Ros Canter records a historic victory at the MARS Badminton Horse Trials
Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo entered the sporting history books yesterday with a fantastic victory at the MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026.
The outstanding combination were crowd favourites, with everyone willing them on as they secured a memorable victory. They are the first combination ever to win the title three times in the event’s 77-year history. Ros gave birth to her second child in January and has been managing her preparation for the event alongside new mum life.
The showjumping provided a dramatic finale to the MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026, with very few riders managing to navigate the course with a clear round. Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo produced an inspiring performance to leave all of the fences standing and take home the richest prize in eventing, £125,000.
Local rider Harry Meade had three horses competing in the event. His best performance came on the mare, Annaghmore Valoner, who finished 3rd after having one fence down. New Zealander Tim Price jumped an immaculate round to rise to a well-deserved second place.
Look back at our coverage from this year’s event here:
The MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026 in pictures – The Sloaney
The Season: Crowds flock to the Cotswolds for the MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026 – The Sloaney
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