From five-star victories and Olympic appearances to the excitement of watching a young horse rise through the ranks, Nicky Salmon has experienced just about every side of eventing.

In this episode of Through the Owner's Eyes, Nicole Brown is joined by the long-standing event horse owner, FEI steward and founding member of the Event Horse Owners Association to reflect on a remarkable lifetime in the sport.

Nicky shares memories of her much-loved Lord Killinghurst, including his incredible career with Andrew Nicholson, the highs and heartbreak of the 2008 Olympics and the five-star success of Mr Cruise Control at Luhmühlen. She also talks about her 21-year partnership with Andrew, her relationship with Max Warburton and the excitement surrounding rising star Earl Dorado.

With plenty of stories, humour and insight along the way, Nicky offers a fascinating look at the relationships, challenges and unforgettable moments that make owning event horses so special.

• A horse of a lifetime: Lord Killinghurst's extraordinary career, his unforgettable personality and the emotional journey to the 2008 Olympics.
• Five-star success: Mr Cruise Control's victory at Luhmühlen and the highs and lows of owning horses at the very top of the sport.
• The rider-owner relationship: Building trust, friendship and lasting partnerships with Andrew Nicholson and Max Warburton.
• An exciting future: Earl Dorado's remarkable young horse record and the dreams Nicky is trying not to get too excited about.
• Behind the scenes: More than 40 years of service to the sport, including her work as an FEI steward, with horse welfare always at the heart of the job.
• Supporting owners: The importance of the Event Horse Owners Association and what more can be done to recognise the people behind the horses.

• Nicky Salmon: International event horse owner, FEI steward and founding member of the Event Horse Owners Association.

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