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We had a successful trip to Magic Millions this year for The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival.

It's always a busy time but great to be involved for over 10 years as the Magic Millions Racing Women Ambassador.

1. Zara Tindall

Magic Millions Gold Coast Carnival

 Class Affair (Socks) made his way to the very south of France this week, to compete in the Pau 5*.

After a good trip down, Socks arrived in great form, ahead of Friday's dressage test.

The test went well and Socks was very rideable. He coped well with the atmosphere in the arena, finishing the test on a score of 35.6.

He then went on to jump clear around the cross country on Saturday, although picking up some time faults.

Socks jumped really well on Sunday in the showjumping phase, and despite sadly having 2 fences down, we are very pleased with him.

Currently competing CCI4*L and BE Advanced

Career Highlights
2017 Tattersalls CCI2* - 6th place
2018 Wellington Adv 8/9yo - 1st place,
Blenheim Palace CIC 8/9yo - 10th place
2019 Bramham CCI4*L - 9th place, Boekelo CCI 4*L 7th place
2020 Wellington Advanced - 3rd place

Class Affair (Socks)

Les Etoiles de Pau 5* 

Judith Luff and Zara’s Classicals Euro Star (Casper) made an impressive start to Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials this weekend. Casper has only made a handful of 4* starts and he performed a fantastic dressage test for a score of 30.4. He then powered round the cross country course for just 3.2 time faults and into 7th place on the leader board. Sadly he ended up with a sore foot after cross country, so the team made the decision to withdraw him from the showjumping phase on Sunday. Casper is at home and he is doing well. Although it was an unfortunate end to Blenheim, he was a superstar all week and we are really pleased with his performance at this level.

Currently competing at BE Intermediate level

Classicals Euro Star (Casper) 

3. Ellen Cameron

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials 2024

After a good start in the dressage, unfortunately Socks and Zara had an early departure from Burghley after a fall on cross country day.

It was strong run  up until the pair parted company at fence 16b.

As you can see from the video in the gallery below, it was a rapid exit from the saddle and our huge thanks go to a vital sponsor Racesafe, for their super body protection which has allowed us to walk away as easily as we have done.

Socks is fine and out in the field having a nice break, thanks to the wider Defender Burghley team and groom Ellen. 

We are looking forward to getting back out at the next event.

Photo Credits - Angie Lock

Photo Credit - Angie Lock

Defender Burghley Horse Trials


It was a pleasing weekend for Zara and Class Affair (Socks) at the MARS Badminton Horse Trials.

82 horses started the prestigious event in Gloucestershire, with the dressage phase spanning two days, across Thursday and Friday.

Zara and Socks were drawn 15th to go on Thursday. Overall it was a good test, finishing on a score of 37.2.

Maintaining the drawn position of 15th, Zara and Socks set off around the cross country phase on Saturday morning, jumping a faultless round, albeit with some time penalties. The clear round in this phase helped to move them up into 19th position, ahead of the showjumping on Sunday.

Socks jumped a great round in front of a packed grandstand, for an unfortunate rail, heading into the double at fence 9, ending the competition on a final score of 59.6 and finishing in 16th place. 

You can watch all of Zara and Class Affair's three phases in the video below. 





MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2024 

Classicals Eurostar (Casper) and Class Affair (Socks) made the trip to Norfolk to compete in the CCI-S 4* at the weekend.

Both horses went well in the dressage phase, with scores in the 30s, albeit a slightly disappointing score for Socks, before jumping double clears in the showjumping and cross country phases, finishing with minor time faults in the cross country.  

You can see all three phases from both horses in the videos below.

A great CCI-S 4* at Barefoot Retreats Burnham Market International

Socks had a great run at Bramham International Horse Trials, finishing in 3rd place in the Defender CCI-S 4*.

Having produced a good score in the dressage phase, Socks then jumped a faultless Showjumping round, followed by a clear Cross Country round, with just 4 time penalties.

Thank you to Defender and Bramham for another wonderful event.

You can watch videos of all 3 phases below.

Class Affair finishes 3rd at Bramham International Horse Trials 

Casper competed his first event of the 2023 season on Saturday 22nd April at Kelsall Hill International in the Advanced Intermediate.

After a great dressage test and clear showjumping, Casper had a confident and clear run cross country with just a couple of time penalties.

Hopefully Casper will step up a level to Advanced on his next run.

You can watch his dressage test and showjumping round in the videos below.


A strong start to the season for Classicals Euro Star at Kelsall Hill International

We're excited to see Class Affair (Socks) heading off to Land Rover Kentucky 5* this week, having had an initial run at Thoresby at the end of March.

We're pleased that Socks has made a safe arrival in Kentucky and are looking forward to the event, after a slightly interesting (damp) start to the UK eventing season for everyone weather wise.

You can see a video of his travels below.


Class Affair heads off to Land Rover Kentucky 5*

Class Affair cruised round the South of England International OI at the weekend, finishing in 2nd place.

Socks had a strong start in the dressage, with a score of 28.2, followed by a clear showjumping round, and just 2.8 time penalties cross country.

You can watch videos of each phase on his profile page.

https://zaratindall.com/horses/class-affair-socks

2nd place at South Of England International for Class Affair

Animo provides Zara with her jodhpurs and formal dressage wear ensuring she is dressed to perform.

Animo 

Zara started using the world famous Charles Owen helmets in 2021.  A leading British manufacturer of riding helmets with a history dating back over 110 years they raise the standard of safety and are an important addition to the team 

Charles Owen

“I am delighted to be working with Equine Bio Genie as they are pioneering the development of equine bio security which can only be a positive for the health of my horses. It is easy to overlook the environmental impact on our horses but given the all to frequent outbreaks of infectious disease it is important for me have the best protection for my horses.” - Zara Tindall

Equine BIO Genie provide us with the peace of mind that we are keeping our horses environment in optimal condition. We focus on every aspect of our horses welfare in order for them to perform at their best and the environment in which they live is no exception.
Equine BIO Genie products and services represent the Gold standard in Biosecurity having been rigorously tested in equine conditions. The provision of products suitable for use around horses and humans alike, that have superior efficacy and zero environmental and health impact to the horse is critical and unique to EBG.
Trusted by the top Equine hospitals and veterinary practices, and providing a 360 degree solution to combat all bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores that can affect the horses health both at home and away, means you don’t need to look anywhere else for the treatment of AIR, SURFACES and WATER.”




Equine Bio Genie

Zara began wearing Fratelli Fabbri riding boots in 2021 

Fratelli Fabbri

Land Rover is the iconic British brand for premium all wheel drive vehicles. An international market leader and the UK’s largest automotive manufacturing business, Land Rover are delighted to be working with Zara as a brand ambassador both within the equestrian world and in the wider marketing campaigns.

Land Rover 

Libby Law Photography

Growing up wearing Musto clothing, Zara has always appreciated the technical performance of Musto products.  Their long history of constant innovation, with roots in sailing, ensures they are the best in the business and a perfect match for a busy country life.

Musto 

Elevate Your Equine Transportation with Zara Tindall’s Choice: The Overlander R240

The Overlander R240 2-Stall Horsebox isn’t just any horse transport; it’s the choice of equestrian champions. Trusted by an elite cadre of top equestrians, including Zara Tindall, Wills Oakden, and Sarah Ennis, along with Grand National-winning trainer Lucinda Russell, this horsebox embodies excellence.

Zara Tindall’s choice of the R240 speaks volumes about its qualities. In her own words, “The new Overlander horsebox is a great little truck, it’s very functional and easy to work with.”

Overlander is a leading manufacturer of specialist vehicles with an unrelenting drive to design and build a new standard of Equestrian, Commercial and Leisure transport. 

Overlander


We work with leading riders around the world to meet the rigorous demands of top flight competition. Our goal is to then make this level of performance available to every rider, across our product range.

Racesafe

Zara became a Rolex Testimonee prior to winning individual gold at the World Equestrian Games in 2006 in Aachen. Her career highlights include team silver at the 2012 London Olympics and at the World Equestrian Games in Caen in 2014. She is proud to be part of Rolex’s longstanding support for equestrianism that spans more than 60 years and shares with the Swiss watchmaking brand a quest for perpetual excellence through precision and superior performance.

Pip