Badminton 2025: Oliver Townend Takes Day 2 Dressage Lead, Germans in the Mix
Leadership Change in Dressage
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The sun bathed the Badminton Estate as the second half of the 81-strong field completed their dressage tests, reshaping the leaderboard. Oliver Townend and Cooley Rosalent, the Kentucky 2024 winners, posted a stunning score of -21.1, stealing the overnight lead from Tom McEwen. The 11-year-old mare dazzled in the arena, propelling Townend into pole position.
Germans Shine in the Square
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Christoph Wahler and D’Ccord FRH, a seasoned pair with placings up to 5*, delivered a focused performance. Although they left a few points on the table in their step, their -32.2 score secured them 25th place going into the next phase. Nicolai Aldinger and Timmo, veterans in their own right, accumulating -33.9 points to slot into 34th place. They had a small hiccup in the flying change but otherwise showed consistency.
Off-Road Course Awaits
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Riders and their steeds are set to tackle a 6650-meter off-road course with 31 obstacles and 45 jumps, with a best time of 11:40 minutes. The course is described as "high, wide, and deep," but the ground is well-prepared.
German Quartet’s Timetable
| Rider | Horse | Start Time (BST/GMT+1) | Current Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jérôme Robiné | Black Ice | 12:52 (1:52 PM) | 44th |
| Arne Bergendahl | Luthien NRW | 1:36 (2:36 PM) | 50th |
| Christoph Mitter | Accord Fri | 2:20 (3:20 PM) | 25th |
| Nicolai Aldinger | Timmo | 4:04 (5:04 PM) | 34th |
Follow the Action
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Stay updated with live results on the official dressage results page, start times for the cross-country phase here, and explore the off-road route on the Cross Country app. Catch the action live on clipmyhorse.tv.
Did You Know?
The Badminton Horse Trials, held annually since 1949, is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious equestrian events.
Pro Tip
For those new to eventing, remember that dressage is only the first phase; cross-country and show jumping will significantly impact the final rankings.
最終 Lors of the Day
The 2025 Badminton Horse Trials have delivered another exciting day of dressage. Oliver Townend currently leads the pack, but with cross-country next, anything can happen. The drama continues!
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