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Andrew Sallis
Imagine if you could \"design\" the day's hunting of your dreams... What hounds would be hunting, where would it be and who would you take with you?
MG Wallaby Esq
\"Well travelled, scopey and adaptable,\" this bold hunter accompanied his rider to Germany and Northern Ireland and hunted brilliantly wherever he went
'He set up my career
Every rider holds a place in their heart for their first five-star horse, more so if they've grown from youth teams to the top level. Gemma Redrup looks back on some partnerships that have gone all the way
Makeover magic
Whether you want to restore an old yard to its former glory or pull down derelict sheds and start from scratch, a stabling project needs a vision. Martha Terry discovers how to do it
Mandy Burchell-Small
The Rowfantina prefix is dominating the mini circuit thanks to several Welsh section A stars. Rebecca Haywood meets the lady at the stud's helm
Harvey maintains his spring
A veteran gelding gives his rider an emotional victory, while other winners battle the odds to take home titles | British Riding Clubs SEIB Insurance Brokers Novice Winter Championships, Arena UK, Lincs
Dalera delights
Germany's outstanding duo retain their title, while a new combination finish second
King Edward grows his greatness
Henrik von Eckermann continued world domination, while British riders put up a strong fight
Access all areas Dan Skelton
The Warwickshire trainer has been firing out big race winners this season. Jennifer Donald goes behind the scenes to find the team's focus shifting towards the Cheltenham Gold Cup and beyond
Mind the gap
The equestrian gender gap may be closing, but it still prevails in certain disciplines. Luz Wollocombe analyses the shifts, and where the sport gains and loses representation for both male and female riders
Home safe
A stable may be a comfortable and sheltered environment for a horse, but can also present various hazards. Kieran O'Brien MRCVS details how to avoid potential stable injuries
'Considered talk, not rushed rules'
Make changes carefully or risk the consequences, says Mark Phillips
Peak performance
Vets provide a vital service at equine events, but it’s always possible to fine-tune emergency response. Professor Patrick Pollock FRCVS explains the benefit of tailored incident management training
What makes a top event rider?
A touch of talent, a particular personality or just lots of hard work Luz Wollocombe finds out what needs to be in the melting pot for a rider to become a five-star winner or eventing world number one
ITV Racing presenter
This week, Alice Plunkett is part of the BAFTA-winning ITV Racing team showcasing the Grand National to nearly 10 million viewers. She reveals a chaotic moment off air, juggling domesticity and the time she was lost for words.
Sharon and Sarah Harrison
The STARS Championships are fast becoming a pinnacle of the grassroots showing calendar. Tricia Johnson speaks to the women at the show’s helm
'I said it won't be life changing, but it was
Ahead of Saturday's Randox Grand National at Aintree, Jennifer Donald finds out what it means to win the world's greatest steeplechase
Para classification is unfair'
Natasha Baker discusses the need to level up classifications in para dressage
Joined-up approach needed to improve animal welfare
MPs and animal charities are looking at how better to enforce welfare law
Research looks at horses’ genes and stress response
The study may help to identify horses who need a different training style
Officials raise major concerns about the way they are treated
Calls have been made for the FEI to put in place clear sanctions and rules to protect officials
Gene-editing law paves way for tech to be used in animals
The legislation only applies to plants at present, but there is provision to explore how it could apply to animals
New dressage rule means fewer riders in top classes
The FEI has increased the qualifying score for progression in four- and five-star international dressage competitions
Eventing comes together to discuss the sport's future
After the wet spring wreaked havoc, a meeting was called at Thoresby on the way forward
Engelmann strikes again
Saffron Walden RC remain the team to beat, while native ponies take top spoils in the junior classes
Seven-year-old sensation springs another surprise
SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Annabel Widdowson will now have two rides in Hickstead’s 128cm winter final, after piloting the great Whinney Lass to a win with the sole double clear.
'It's time to see what he's made of
Tony Pearson pilots a very exciting new ride to victory and a sensational seven-year-old's winning streak continues
Racing to glory
RoR classes have seen a huge rise in popularity, but where was the idea of showing racehorses born and how have classes changed to meet demand?
Luck, skill - or just deep pockets?
If you're looking to buy a show horse but have no clue where to start, Tricia Johnson asks the best in the showing business for some insight into where they go to find their top stars
Farm ride organiser
Jackie Howard-Jones has made a success of farm diversification by offering rides in the glorious Chilterns