This week we are delighted to be collaborating with Rolex ahead of next week's Spruce Meadows Masters and welcome Linda Southern-Heathcott, President and CEO from Spruce Meadows, Canada. Spruce Meadows is wholly owned and operated by the Southern Family. Founded by Linda's father Ron Southern with the dream of creating a unique environment of "good friendship, good commerce, and good sport". This concept and remarkable venue has been accomplished by a committed group of corporations,...

Sweden claimed Jumping Team gold  at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games in Baji Koen Equestrian Park where, in a thrilling jump-off against the clock, Henrik von Eckermann (King Edward), Malin Baryard-Johnsson (Indiana) and Peder Fredricson (All In) reigned supreme. But Team USA chased them all the way to the line, with tremendous performances from Laura Kraut (Baloutine), Jessica Springsteen (Don Juan van de Donkhoeve) and McLain Ward (Contagious). This was Sweden’s fourth victory in the history...

Super Swedes come out on top in Jumping Team Qualifier Team GB made the cut today at the Tokyo Jumping Team Qualifier finishing in 7th place and leaving it all to play for in tomorrow's final. Sadly it was disappointment for Team Ireland with elimination for Shane Sweetnam after his horse lost a shoe and struggled with the rest of its round. The course asked a big question of many of today's combinations and begs the question whether the change to team formate from 4 down to 3 horse rider...

Ben Maher and Explosion retained Olympic Individual Showjumping Gold Medal for Great Britain today at the Tokyo Olympics. He was always well-fancied to take the title and tonight Great Britain’s Ben Maher more than lived up to expectations when taking Individual Jumping gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games in Baji Koen Equestrian Park. Just six of the 30 starters in today’s thrilling medal-decider jumped clear to qualify for the second-round jump-off against the clock and, third to go,...

Welcome to the Full Course Showjumping Podcast, we are excited to welcome Press Association journalist Andrew Baldock who brings us his Tokyo round up on Day 1 of showjumping from Tokyo 2020.  We kick start day one of showjumping with the individual qualifier out in Tokyo and delighted that all British and Irish show jumpers are through to the individual final. Andrew provides us with an fascinating insight to the day's competition as well as looking at the success stories he also analyses...

Andrew Baldock brings us a brief preview ahead of Showjumping competition taking centre stage at Tokyo from tomorrow - Tuesday 3rd August. We are thrilled to bring you full round ups throughout the week in association with Zebra Products and we have two exciting product giveaways on our Instagram account @full_course_sj_podcast the first one is already running so do hop on and get your entry in to win a fabulous Tucci Boot Bag. Keep your eyes peeled for our second giveaway - a pair of...

This week are excited to be joined by double Olympic Gold Medalist Nick Skelton. Nick was literally flying out to Tokyo that evening so we are extremely grateful to Nick for taking the time to talk to us! Nick kick starts our coverage of next week's showjumping round ups direct from Tokyo, and shares his experience of preparing his inspirational and exceptional partner Big Star. Nick also gives us an insight into the highs and lows that made up the combinations journey to Team Gold Medal at...

This week Will welcomes British Showjumper Alexandra Thornton who as I'm sure you will have all spotted that she was on the Tokyo long list followed up with Irish journalist Louise Parkes. Louise as always gives us a fascinating insight into the world of Irish showjumping. Huge thanks to both of our guests and hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumpi/message

This week we welcome to guests to The Full Course Showjumping Podcast. Starting with British Showjumping's Jodie Hall McAteer who is on flying, recently winning her first 5* Grand Prix and is competing in GCT Paris this weekend. Jodie shares her experience of stepping up to next level, being part of the Rolex Young Rider Academy and how exciting it is to be competing against riders that she has admired since her formative year's. "It felt amazing to have my first 5* win it's been a massive...

Geoff Billington joins Will Fletcher on this week's podcast, however to kick start the episode Will presents his regular sports round up and talks us through this week's international showjumping news, starting with the sad news of the loss of Steve Guerdats mare Alfbuhren's Bianca this talented mares illustrious career was cut short when diagnose with a brain tumour, our sympathy goes out to Steve and all of the connections.  We welcome Geoff Billington to this week's podcast. This larger...

This week Will Fletcher talks to Britain's leading lady showjumper and potential Tokyo contender, Holly Smith. Holly reflects on the horses that have helped her establish her career; Dougie Douglas, Hearts Destiny and Denver, where they came from how their career paths progressed and their personalities. As well as introducing the next rising stars in her stables. Will takes the opportunity ask Holly about her views on International shows, taking  2* into consideration, should they offer...

Will Fletcher is joined by US based, Irish International showjumper Shane Sweetnam as they talk through his career to date and prospects ahead of this summer's Tokyo Olympics.  To kick start this week's podcast Will presents a brief round up of the latest showjumping news beginning with last weekend's Rome International at the Piazza Di Siena and rounds off this episode with our new Q&A. If you would like to ask a question then head to our Instagram account @full_course_sj_po  ---...

We are joined this week by Jack Whitaker following his first CSI5* win at the Dutch Masters on his sensational 11 year old mare Scenletha, clinching the 1.55m Audi Prize on the second day of the the indoor event.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

A frank and open conversation with Irish journalist Louise Parkes and Press Association journalist Andrew Baldock share their opinion about the strength in depth of showjumping teams ahead of this year's Olympic Games and European Championships. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

Irish Team Manager, Michael Blake talks to us about the Irish team and their aspirations and planning for this Olympic year. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

One of Britain’s Leading Riders and member of the team that qualified Great Britain for Tokyo last year talks to Will about her changing plans this year, her big move to America and the road that led her to her success now. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

International Showjumper Max Kühner joins us on the podcast this week. We discuss how he manages to balance running a successful business while competing at the top of the sport --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

Great British Rider Samuel Hutton joins us this week to discuss her nations cup successes, career highlights and so much more! You don’t want to miss it --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

Emily Moffitt is our guest this week! We talking showjumping in the U.K./USA and so much more, we hope you enjoy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

This week we talk Showjumping with Belgium legend Olivier Philipaerts! We really enjoyed talking to him so we hope you enjoy listening --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

This week USA’s Young Rider Alex Crown joins us to discuss her career so far. We talk about how she got into riding, travelling between the US and Europe and how the GCT series has helped her career --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

Jay Halim joins us to discuss how he has Climbed the ranks of British Showjumping and his recent success from the Bolesworth Young Horse Championships. In Part 2 we discuss Sport psychology with Dan Petho --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

This week we bring you the results of last weeks Fantasy Showjumping Competition. In part 2 we chat to William Whitaker about his career so far --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message

We start this weeks episode with a game to see who can create the best fantasy Showjumping team! In part 2 we talk to the inspirational Evie Toombes about para Showjumping and so much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-full-course-showjumping-podcast/message