It is Aachen week which is the perfect rehearsal before the World Championships there next year. With many big nations sending their 'B team', the door is wide open for new frontrunners to emerge. Could this be USA’s moment?

In this episode, Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down the key contenders, big storylines, and Prediction Centre insights ahead of one of the most intense team tests of the summer.

Highlights:

• US on the Rise – Can Commando 3 or Off The Record deliver under pressure and put the USA back on top?
• Prediction Centre – Dacapo is at the top but it's wide open from there
• Kiwi Form – Vitali and Lord Seekonig could both challenge for the podium
• Belgian Streak – Lara de Liedekerke-Meier arrives off a hot run of form
• Worlds Warm-Up – Aachen course gets a shake-up ahead of 2026 World Championships
• What Makes Aachen, Aachen – Format pressure, atmosphere, and the ‘one shot’ nature of the class

Guests:

Nicole Brown – Host of The Eventing Podcast Diarmuid Byrne – Co-founder of EquiRatings EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.