The Mars Badminton Horse Trials cross-country times have now been released for the action on Saturday, 9 May.
Harry Meade is first out of the start box at 11.30am on Et Hop Du Matz. Contenders then start at 4min or 5min intervals, with David Doel expected to be the last to go at 3.55pm on Midnight Rollercoaster.
Badminton Horse Trials cross-country times 2026: key contenders
Bubby Upton (GBR) and Cola, ninth after dressage: 12.15pm
Tiana Coudray (USA) and Cancaras Girl, second after dressage: 1.25pm
Will Rawlin (GBR) and Ballycoog Breaker Boy, seventh after dressage: 1.45pm
Harry Meade (GBR) and Annaghmore Valoner, equal 11th after dressage: 1.53pm
Wills Oakden (GBR) and Keep It Cooley, eighth after dressage: 2.01pm
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