MATT BAKER TO FRONT HORSE OF THE YEAR COMPETITION FOR CHANNEL 4

Channel 4 will be joining this year’s Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) to capture the magic, emotion, and high-stakes competitions of one of the most iconic events in the equestrian world’s calendar. The Horse of the Year Show programme is a 90-minute exclusive highlights special, airing after the event. 

Produced by West Wales-based production company Carlam Ltd, the programme will take viewers behind the scenes at HOYS 2025, offering unprecedented access to the early morning preparations, emotional moments, and the electrifying live action from the legendary "arena of dreams."

Bringing their unique charm and expertise to the screen are Matt Baker, beloved broadcaster and presenter, Gemma Owen, celebrity influencer and passionate equestrian, and Tegan Vincent-Cooke, international para dressage athlete and rising star of the sport. Together, this dynamic team will guide audiences through a vibrant celebration of equestrian excellence.

Emma Wardell, Event Director of Horse of the Year Show, says, “We are absolutely thrilled to be partnering with Channel 4 to bring the magic of Horse of the Year Show to a national audience. HOYS is the pinnacle of the equestrian calendar - not just a competition, but a celebration of excellence, heritage, and passion. This programme will give viewers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the dedication and joy that define HOYS, showcasing the stories of our riders, horses, and supporters in a way that truly captures the heart of the show.”

Joe Turner- Blake Commissioning Editor for Sport at Channel 4 commented: “Hold your Horses. There is no more ardent and committed group than the equine community, so it’s brilliant to be broadcasting the Horse of the Year for everybody’s enjoyment. We’re chomping at the bit to saddle up with Matt, Gemma and Tegan, but the stars of the show, sorry – mane attraction, will of course be the horses themselves.”

Euros Llŷr Morgan (CEO, Carlam Ltd) & Amanda Harries (Executive Producer, Carlam Ltd) said: "As passionate equestrians, we are thrilled that  Carlam - Welsh for 'canter' - will be at this year’s Horse of the Year Show, one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events. We’re proud to be producing the highlights programme for Channel 4, bringing the excitement and elegance of the 2025 show to audiences across the UK. At Carlam, we’re deeply committed to the equestrian community, and we can’t wait to share the magic of this iconic event." 

More details will be announced in due course.