Nicole Brown catches up with Alex
Bragg in this
Connolly’s Red Mills special as he
prepares to head to Kelsal Hill. With the lorry being loaded and
just enough time for a cup of tea, Alex reflects on a standout 2024
season—third at Badminton, finishing on his dressage score at
Burghley, and managing a yard full of rising talent.
He opens up about his relationship with the extraordinary mare
Quindiva, handling pressure on the biggest stages, and what it
means to involve the entire family and team in his success. They
also discuss the quirky character of Ardeo Premier ahead of his
first Badminton, and the importance of smart, balanced feeding when
managing sensitive top-level horses.
Episode Highlights
- The chaos
and reward of managing a yard mid-season
- How
Quindiva climbed from 51st to the podium at Badminton
- Why
finishing on your dressage score at Burghley puts you in the 1%
club
- A deeper
look into Alex’s mindset when the pressure hits
- The role of
family, staff, and support teams behind the scenes
- What makes
Ardeo Premier tick as he heads to Badminton
- How
nutrition plays a major role in performance and temperament
Standout Quotes
- “If this mare doesn’t make the time at Burghley, it’s on
me.”
- “The crowd is a wonderful distraction. Better to rise to the
occasion than shrink from it.”
Why Connolly’s Red Mills?
Alex speaks passionately about the difference smart feeding
makes—especially with sharp, sensitive horses like
Quindiva.
Connolly’s Red Mills offers a simple,
flexible system that supports both performance and temperament.
It’s not just about fuel; it’s about balance, brain, and body.
That’s why Connolly’s Red Mills is trusted by riders aiming for the
top.
Learn more about
Connolly’s Red Mills nutrition
and products
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