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Canter and Graffalo Aim Third Badminton Horse Title

5/11/2026

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Canter Aims Third

Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo will contest the 2026 Badminton Horse Trials in England, seeking a third title.
Canter won the 2025 Badminton on the same horse and dedicated the victory to coach Caroline Moore.
The three-day competition runs dressage Thursday-Friday, cross-country Saturday, and show jumping Sunday, with the lowest point total winning.

Summary

Badminton Winner Earns

The 2026 Badminton winner earned £125,000, the event’s richest prize.
Lordships Graffalo, owned by Michele and Archie Saul, was bred by Pennie Wallace and Lordships Stud.
Tim Price placed second on 17-year-old Falco, owned by Sue Benson, despite a broken collarbone.
Badminton TV streamed the trials for £22.99, free for ClipMyHorse premium members.
Harry Meade’s Annaghmore Valoner is owned by Dinah and Stephen Posford with daughter Juliet Carter.

History

Historical Context

The Badminton Horse Trials began in May 1949 when the 10th Duke of Beaufort launched the three-day event to ready British riders for post-Olympic competition; 22 horses started and Golden Willow won. Over seven decades the meet expanded to a £125,000 prize, with 2026 champion Ros Canter defending on Lordships Graffalo.

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Canter Aims Third

Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo will contest the 2026 Badminton Horse Trials in England, seeking a third title.
Canter won the 2025 Badminton on the same horse and dedicated the victory to coach Caroline Moore.
The three-day competition runs dressage Thursday-Friday, cross-country Saturday, and show jumping Sunday, with the lowest point total winning.

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