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Tamie Smith and the Speedy Lillet 3 Cruise Into CCI4*-S Lead Following Cross Country

The U.S.'s Tamie Smith and plucky mare Lillet 3 skillfully navigate a tough track at the 2026 Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S to take the overnight lead with Will Coleman and Mia Farley landing in second and third.

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Competitions

A Solid Course Lies Ahead for 2026 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI5*-L Competitors

Competitions

Tamie Smith and Danito Maintain Lead, Sharon White and Claus 63 Slot Into Second in 2026 Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S

News

Kentucky Five-Star Shake-up Sees Monica Spencer and Artist Surge to Lead

TRAINING

Training

Solutions: Improve Your Self-Carriage and Alignment and Deepen the Connection to Your Seat

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Eventing

Confront Sticky Situations for Cross-Country Confidence

Eventing

Learn to Gallop Flawless Cross-Country Fly Fences

Breathe Away Rider Stiffness

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Training

Straighten Your Horse for a More Powerful Jump

TEAM PRAC

Our group of top trainers representing hunters, jumpers, eventing and dressage—are here to offer you useful and impactful advice to help you improve in your particular discipline and develop a harmonious partnership with your horse.

JJ Tate

International dressage pro JJ Tate joins Team Prac to help you and your dressage horse on your journey...

Ronny Riemer

German grand prix show jumper Ronny Riemer joins Team Prac to help you up your game in the jumper ri...

Stephany Fish Crossman

Equestrian biomechanics expert and dressage rider and trainer Stephany Fish Crossman joins Team Prac...

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Rider Health

Get the Most Out Your Rides When You're Short on Time

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Health

Don't Let Your Desk Job Sabotage Your Position

Nutrition

How to Choose the Best Vitamin and Mineral Supplement for Your Horse

Grooming

Laine Ashker's Secrets to a Shiny, Brilliant Coat

Nutrition

Assume Your Horse is Getting Enough Salt? Think Again …

HORSE OWNER TOOLS

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LIFESTYLE

Lifestyle

Behind the Lens With Photographer Amy Dragoo

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Grit and Determination: 7 Eventers to Watch in 2026

Lifestyle

10 Questions With Katie Dinan

Personalities

Behind the Scenes With Laura Kraut

Personalities

The Infused Equestrian: Meet the Family Behind this Unique Essential-Oil Biz

PODCAST

Practical Horseman Podcast: Tommy Greengard

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Practical Horseman Podcast: Derek Braun

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Practical Horseman Podcast: Amanda Steege

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Practical Horseman Podcast: Callie Schott

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Help us help you and your fellow equestrians! To assist you in finding the right competition for you and your horse depending on your discipline, level, location and the type of show environment you’re looking for, Practical Horseman is excited to introduce our new Horse Show Reviews website.

We’re inviting you to review shows of all levels and disciplines around the country that you’ve recently participated in as a competitor, trainer, groom, horse owner, volunteer or spectator. We’ll ask you to rate the competition’s overall quality, safety and welfare, facility and stabling, footing, atmosphere and location.