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Spencer Wilton

The Olympic dressage rider on understanding his horses, pre-test resets and the grand prix ride he’d like to have back on his yard

Harry Whittington

The trainer bagged his first Cheltenham winner before the lockdown. Catherine Austen discovers his unique prep and how he’s reliving the memories.

Some Good News For Rare Breed Numbers

The latest figures on numbers of atrisk breeds show both positive and worrying trends in Great Britain

The loose jumping debate

Is loose jumping detrimental to young horses, or does it give them the chance to learn for themselves without rider interference?

Therapeutic horsepower

Dr Peter “Pedro” McDonald, a keen hunting surgeon, is grateful for a nugget of comfort in this unpleasant new world of viral supremacy as he takes solace in his horse, Galway, away from the horrors at the hospital.

‘I couldn't miss this opportunity'

Brazil’s 2004 Olympic champion Rodrigo Pessoa talks to Pippa Roome about giving up his Irish performance management role to return to the competitive fray and target Tokyo

Wayne Channon

He’s a former dressage star who is fighting to rid the world of Covid-19 – the biotechnology chairman chats to Polly Bryan about the race for a vaccine

Step to it

Movement is key to managing arthritis, so current restrictions call for out-of-the-box thinking, explains Dr Liz Barr MRCVS

Dreams on hold

Whether it’s the Olympics or a grassroots championship, many of this year’s major targets are now off the agenda. Polly Bryan finds out how riders are coping with their shattered ambitions and seeks psychological advice

School beagle pack master

Tom Gurney on swapping rugby for beagling, skipping lessons to get to the kennels and what he’s learnt from being immersed in the rural community

Business as usual

The farming season is at full tilt with youngstock arriving, as Tessa Waugh enjoys a morning herding renegade calves and channelling her inner rejoneadora

'The right time to go'

Catherine Austen talks to Tim Easby about his decade in charge of the Hunting Office and changes afoot

The breaking-in guru

Jay Johnson on learning from his time behind bars and how he’s repaying horses for saving his life

Steffen Peters

The US dressage star talks to Pippa Roome about battling back from “a very dark place” following a confidence crisis

David Broome

From his early days on a dairy farm to the giddy heights of the Olympics, David Broome is one of Britain’s finest ever showjumpers. Penny Richardson charts his career

Up in the air

Rearing can be dangerous for both horse and rider, but once a horse has developed the habit can it be reversed? Andrea Oakes finds out

True heroes

Simple yard chores are among the few things keeping NHS staff sane during the pandemic. Lucy Elder tracks down healthcare workers to find out how they are coping

‘Not many huntsmen were blessed by Desmond Tutu'

Old Surrey Burstow and West Kent master Richard Gurney’s hunting life has come full circle, as Catherine Austen finds out

The future of vetting

The veterinary world has evolved significantly over the past 20 years, but where is the industry heading? Stephanie Bateman speaks to vets to find out more

Putting a brake on degeneration

Cushing’s disease is one of the most common illnesses in horses older than 15, but is your own horse or pony at risk? Gil Riley MRCVS investigates

In season, unsound or unhinged?

Is your mare suffering from a hormone imbalance or is there something else causing that unwanted behaviour? Charlotte Thomas MRCVS investigates

A day to remember

American foxhounds fly with a “ferocity of pace” hot on the heels of a coyote, as only the boldest of Bull Run followers manage to keep up with the action

Insurance Remains Key As Rumours Debunked

Insurers answer a number of common queries from clients during lockdown

‘When can we get back to normality?'

Mark Phillips makes plans to alter cross-country courses later in the year

Robert Walford

The trainer tells Martha Terry about the horse that was primed for a Grand National win, lessons from his father-in-law, and his goal for next season

Preparing to fly high

Still, looking for an edge? Sport may be off for now, but the quest to improve, innovate and scrutinize continues. Lucy Higginson investigates behind the scenes in British sport

Material concerns

Stephanie Bateman investigates how to build or adapt stables on a low carbon footprint and why constructing a yard need not be a drain on the environment

Dope-testing on the up in ‘high-risk' competition areas

Eight endurance cases were heard by the FEI Tribunal in a single month

Access All Areas Laura Tomlinson

German efficiency and Cotswold charm characterise Laura Tomlinson’s new base; Martha Terry spends a morning at home with the Olympian

A national standstill

This year’s Grand National isn’t the first to be called off– bomb scares and wars have played their part, too. Hannah Lemieux finds out about the others that didn’t go to plan