Defender to Showcase The Vehicles of HM Queen Elizabeth II at 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™
Defender, the returning Title Sponsor and Official Luxury Automotive Vehicle of the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™ (K3DE), will showcase a specialized collection of Defender and Range Rover models used by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family when the event returns to the Kentucky Horse Park, April 24-27.
Produced by Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), a non-profit, charitable organization that supports the development of equestrian sports by staging sporting events at the highest level, the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian features one of only seven annual 5* three-day events in the world. Known as “The Best Weekend All Year,” the event annually attracts nearly 90,000 spectators who also enjoy extensive shopping, a variety of hospitality experiences and a wide array of demonstrations. In addition to the traditional CCI5*-L, the event also features the Cosequin ® Lexington 4* and newly upgraded Kentucky International CSI5* Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute.
Defender was prominently featured during the 2023 and 2024 events, and this year’s event will again highlight the synergy between Defender and the equestrian lifestyle. Representing over 70 years of innovation and improvement, Defender blends extraordinary capability within a reductive, modern and purposeful design. Defender’s distinctive exterior instantly demonstrates the vehicle’s character, while the cabin features advanced, intuitive technologies to ensure full connectivity through modern adventures. Defender will display a wide range of vehicles, along with a specially designed driving course for adults, and the return of the Defender Junior Drive Experience for adventurous youth.
“We are excited to return for the sixth consecutive year as Title Sponsor of the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian,” said Charlotte Blank, Chief Marketing Officer of U.S. Jaguar Land Rover North America. “Defender is especially proud to showcase vehicles that belonged to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who had a lifelong passion for horses as a rider, owner, breeder, and equestrian patron. It is an honor to showcase our long-standing relationship with the Royal Family in such a meaningful way.”
Located in the K3DE Sponsor Village the Vehciles of HM Queen Elizabeth II will be available for viewing to all ticket purchasers and will feature vehicles used by the Royal Family either in an official capacity or as part of the household fleet. Five historic models will be on display at the event, including two of the earliest Royal vehicles. This collection includes:
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Defender to Showcase The Vehicles of HM Queen Elizabeth II