Two-time Grand National-winning trainer Lucinda Russell joins Nicole ahead of Scone to talk about the two equestrian worlds closest to her heart: racing and eventing.
From her own eventing days to building a hugely successful career in racing, Lucinda shares what the two sports can learn from each other, why fitness and ground conditions matter so much, and what makes the Thoroughbred such an extraordinary athlete.
Plus, there's advice for anyone retraining an ex-racehorse, memories of the glory days of eventing, and even the possibility of a Lucinda Russell comeback at Scone.
Highlights
Lucinda's journey from eventing into racing
What eventing can learn from the racing world
Why fitness, ground and riding forward matter
The intelligence and bravery of the Thoroughbred
Lucinda's advice for retraining racehorses
Why Scone could bring racing and eventing audiences together
Could we see Lucinda back eventing?
Guest
Lucinda Russell is a two-time Grand National-winning trainer whose roots are firmly in eventing. She joins Nicole to share lessons from a life spent producing equine athletes and why eventing remains so close to her heart.
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