The Mars Badminton Horse Trials dressage has reached its midpoint, with half of the competitors having completed their tests. Notable contenders include Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo, who are favored to win with a 36% chance, and Oliver Townend, who will ride last year’s Kentucky Three-Day Event winner, Cooley Rosalent. Other noteworthy participants include Joseph Murphy with Calmaro and Tom Rowland with Dreamliner, both of whom are expected to make an impact as the competition progresses.

Rising star Max Warburton, alongside his horse Deerpairc Revelry, is also a pair to watch, having previously performed well at the Bramham Horse Trials and Burghley. Meanwhile, Georgie Goss aims to achieve a remarkable tenth completion at Badminton, which would earn her a second Armada Dish. Tim Price and Vitali, who previously scored impressively in dressage, are expected to deliver a strong performance, potentially achieving a sub-20 mark.

For those interested in watching the remaining events, Badminton TV offers a subscription service, allowing viewers to enjoy the action from home. The platform provides exclusive content, including a documentary series, and is accessible for a fee. Additionally, Horse & Hound offers subscriptions for comprehensive coverage and analysis of the trials.