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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

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)

1. Zara Tindall

Photo Credit - Angie Lock

3. Ellen Cameron

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 

Showtime (Cracker)

Currently competing at BE Intermediate level

Classicals Euro Star (Casper) 

Happenstance (Prawn)

Twinkle

2. Jason Wood 

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.

2. Jason Wood

Rider, Groom

Related Horses

Class Affair (Socks)

Classicals Euro Star (Casper)

Showtime (Cracker)