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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 38 MIN

Oliver Barrett, 22yrs old and just getting started.

from Between the Flags · host Fiona Hughes and Prue Barrett

At 22, Oliver Barrett has already claimed his first Adelaide five-star win—proving that talent alone isn’t enough to reach the top. In this episode, Oliver shares how discipline, strategy, and the legacy of his family’s Sandhills program shaped his rise in Australian eventing. From riding ponies as a kid to managing ten horses a day, he reveals the routines, mindset, and pressure behind competing at the elite level.We dive into the influence of his dad’s 2012 Adelaide victory, the mentorship that sharpened his skills, and the relentless focus required to succeed in one of the toughest sports in the world. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or simply chasing big goals, Oliver’s story is a powerful lesson in turning ambition into achievement.

At 22, Oliver Barrett has already claimed his first Adelaide five-star win—proving that talent alone isn’t enough to reach the top. In this episode, Oliver shares how discipline, strategy, and the legacy of his family’s Sandhills program shaped his rise in Australian eventing. From riding ponies as a kid to managing ten horses a day, he reveals the routines, mindset, and pressure behind competing at the elite level.We dive into the influence of his dad’s 2012 Adelaide victory, the mentorship that sharpened his skills, and the relentless focus required to succeed in one of the toughest sports in the world. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or simply chasing big goals, Oliver’s story is a powerful lesson in turning ambition into achievement.

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