New Podcast: Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S Preview Show
What happens when the Prediction Centre has no clear frontrunner, the underdogs are circling, and a four-star field this deep rolls into the most-watched venue in the U.S.? The Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S is stacked with storylines.
In this week’s episode, Annie Bishop is joined by Sally Spickard (Eventing Nation), Sinead Maynard, and EquiRatings' Diarm Byrne to break down the field for the Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S. From bold predictions to heartfelt dark horse picks, it’s your all-access pass to the names, numbers, and narratives that matter most.
🔺 The Big Three at the Top
Caroline Pamukcu & HSH Blake, Will Coleman & Off The Record, and Alyssa Phillips & Oskar currently dominate the top of the Prediction Centre — combining for nearly 70% of total win chance. But as Diarm reminds us, this doesn't mean everything. Past years have seen late lead changes, surprise poles, and big names fall short. This is not a field for safe bets.
Blake’s star-making turn at Kentucky last year still lingers in Diarm’s mind — not just the numbers, but the visual dominance across country. Can Caroline repeat with more pressure and more eyes this time around?
🐴 Dark Horses Lining Up
Sure, the prediction models favor the big names — but the pundits are keeping close tabs on some serious spoilers. Sally flags No May Moon as her one-to-watch: a gritty little mare with proven form and podium potential if she can stay close after dressage.
Annie’s backing Cute Girl to recapture form, while Sinead is excited to see Invictus, That’s Me Z, and Possante in action — all with solid backstories and momentum heading in.
And Diarm? He’s still running spreadsheets, but even his data admits: it’s wide open.
🌍 West Coast Energy, East Coast Stage
There’s a buzz around the West Coast riders making the trip: Tommy Greengard and That’s Me Z, Taryn Hoffos and Regalla, and Molly Duda with Disco Traveler are among those crossing the country for a shot at this major 4*. With top-level experience overseas, these combos bring freshness — and fire — to a field full of veterans.
It’s exactly what the US Equestrian Open is built for: mixing regions, highlighting talent, and giving fans a chance to see combinations they might not normally catch in person.
💻 Podium Picks & Prediction Showdown
As always, Annie and Diarm close out the episode with their podium predictions — and the scoring battle between them is heating up. Diarm’s going for a head-heart hybrid: Blake to win, Off The Record second, and No May Moon sneaking into third. Annie’s betting on Will and Timmy to get it done, with Cute Girl and Possante crashing the party.
Bonus drama? Caroline doesn’t even make Annie’s podium. Bold.
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