EquiRatings Jumping Podcast3 Huhti 2025

World Cup Final Preview: Basel's Big Three, Dark Horses, and Who Wins

The 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final is here — and it's wide open.

Ben Maher and Point Break lead the Prediction Centre for tonight (Day 1). Beauville Z has been a model of consistency. Martin Fuchs rides with a home crowd behind him. Vogel and United Touch sat out Wellington to prep for this. But who wins?

In this episode, Diarm and Charlotte dive into:

Why Thursday's speed class is imporatnt for the trends
The three biggest contenders (and what makes them dangerous)
Dark horses to watch, including fan-favorites and rising stars
Our full podium predictions and how YOU can follow the action

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⚡️ Day One Matters—A Lot

Day One at the World Cup Final isn't just a warm-up. In fact, six of the last six winners have also won on Day One. While 2010's Marcus Ehning managed to come from 10th to claim the title, he's the exception, not the rule.

So who's poised to dominate the opening Table C speed round? Based on Prediction Center data, Ben Maher and Point Break come in hot, especially after their Wellington win. But Richard Vogel and United Touch, with that massive stride and a laser-focused prep for Basel, may just steal the show on Thursday.

Charlotte's pick for Day One? Vogel and United Touch. Diarm's? Point Break. Either way, tune in—because the winner tonight might well be your champion on Sunday.

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