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Gemma Stevens: Ambitions Stay Grand Following Burghley Win
Gemma Stevens has triumphed at Burghley with Chilli Knight, fulfilling a long-held dream. Yet, the event rider remains determined to win more major competitions.
Equidara editorial team · 17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Gemma Stevens claimed victory at Burghley with Chilli Knight in September 2026, fulfilling a long-cherished ambition for the event rider. However, her sporting goals remain unchanged: she aims to win more major competitions and compete at championships. This was reported by Horse & Hound in an interview on October 14, 2026.
On the Road to Burghley Glory
The interview's title perfectly encapsulates Stevens' mindset: her Burghley win has changed her life, but not her ambition. Consequently, Horse & Hound anticipates she will compete with more ambition than ever before.
With Chilli Knight, affectionately known as Alfie, Stevens had already won the five-star event at Bicton in 2021. Despite this success, the desire to win Burghley herself persisted. With her victory in September 2026, she finally achieved it.
Future Prospects in Sight
Stevens is also optimistic about the younger horses in her stable, who are coming up behind Chilli Knight. With these promising talents, she aims to continue competing at the top in major events.
Sources
- ‘Winning Burghley has changed my life, but it hasn’t changed my ambition’: why Gemma Stevens is set to be more competitive than ever (Horse & Hound) (14.10.2026)
- Titelfoto: Bearas, Wikimedia Commons
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Written by Equidara editorial team. Last checked: 17 October 2026.
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