We've just wrapped up a European Championships week at Blenheim that will be remembered for a long time. Laura Collett and London 52 are the new European Champions, Michi Jung and fischerChipmunk FRH added another silver to their record, and Tom McEwen with JL Dublin delivered for Britain with individual bronze. Germany took team gold on British soil, Ireland claimed their first European team medal in 30 years, and Switzerland, Austria, and others proved they belong right in the fight.
Nicole is joined by Diarm and Catherine to unpack it all: the highs, the heartbreaks, the moments that swung the championships, and why this year felt like a changing of the guard.
Episode Highlights
- Laura Collett's long road to the European title and what it means for London 52's legacy.
- fischerChipmunk's consistency and Michi Jung's unmatched championship record.
- Tom McEwen and JL Dublin cementing their partnership with another major medal.
- Germany's young squad stepping up to take gold from Britain on home turf.
- Ireland's first European team medal since 1995 — a breakthrough moment.
- Standout stories from Austria, the Netherlands, and beyond.
- Mark Phillips' swan-song track: tough on the clock, fair in the questions.
- The bigger picture: what this Europeans tells us heading into Aachen 2026.
Guests
Nicole Brown
Diarmuid Byrne
Catherine Austen
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