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The episode discusses predictions and analysis for the 2026 equestrian jumping season, focusing on key events and competitors.

2026 has arrived, and with it a year of serious stakes: Aachen World Championships, the second edition of the US Equestrian Open, and a battle for world number one. The EquiRatings Jumping team sorts through form, streaks and star power to ask the real question: who shapes the season ahead? From Greya's bid for 800 Elo and Scott Brash's world #1 chase, to Belgium's depth, France's championship threat and USA's Open ambitions, Charlotte and Sam make their predictions, crunch the data and lock in their early calls for the year. This show is very kindly supported by FLAIR Strips. Achieve Equine, LLC develops innovative equine products like the FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips. Founded by Jim Chiapetta and Ed Blach, both equine veterinarians, the company focuses on enhancing horse respiratory health and performance. They conduct rigorous research to ensure the efficacy and safety of their products, aiming to support the health and safety of horses and riders. Located near Minneapolis, Minnesota, Achieve Equine emphasizes strong relationships, data-driven decisions, and effective solutions in the equine industry. 🎙️ Your Hosts: Charlotte Smet & Sam Watson. The EquiRatings Jumping team who…

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Hosts: Charlotte Smet, Sam Watson

Topics covered

• jumping predictions
• equestrian championships
• world rankings
• horse performance
• data analysis

Keywords

• jumping
• equestrian
• predictions
• world championships
• performance
• data analysis

Sponsors

FLAIR Strips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Achieve Equine, LLC

Places: Belgium, France, USA

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