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Bojangles produces heartfelt victory

True home-producers shine on board hunters and a hack bounces back after being diagnosed with a bone cyst

Princess Bella claims her crown

Alice Oppenheimer and her delightful home-bred mare dance their way to a freestyle double, while two other riders end a run of near misses to reach the top of the podium

Maher lines up Tokyo

Explosion W shows fantastic form at this rescheduled show, taking the feature class in the week his Tokyo Olympic selection is formalised

Big performance from Tiny Dancer

Despite low entries in the plaited ranks, there is quality in abundance and top-class combinations lift major titles

Falcon by name and nature

Hairies land two of the four main native championships, while a Connemara reigns in-hand and a home-produced Welsh is crowned top mini

New engagement for prolific hunter

A side-saddle pilot books a HOYS slot on her first attempt while a New Forest stallion stands in-hand supreme

‘What a small world we live in'

Discovering that a new loan pony for Jack has already successfully done the rounds with other children is a promising sign for Tessa Waugh, as she sets about sprucing up stables for senior camp

Bates bags first big win

A first-time international winner takes the feature class, while Jem Rose hits new heights

Royal Windsor farrier

Chris Carrel on shoeing horses for The Queen, the army and competitive stars, and his sideline of upcycling old horseshoes into touching mementoes

Ladies in waiting

A woman is yet to claim individual Olympic gold in either eventing or showjumping. Andrea Oakes investigates the reasons behind this

If the shoe fits...

Alex Robinson asks leading farriers how they shoe for specific disciplines to give the horse a winning edge

Britain To Win – But Don't Relax

The new format means anything could happen, but Britain should be strong, says H&H eventing editor Pippa Roome

Ponies are our nemesis

Entrusting the most precious thing you have on this earth to a pony is stressful, especially when the said pony is so obviously in charge of its middle-aged minder, realizes Tessa Waugh

Underdog mare rules

A small-time rider and breeder set the standard, as top riders and stable jockeys both enjoy success

‘She's taught me patience'

Future talent is on display across the levels, with Vivaldi offspring asserting themselves

Nicholson makes it seven

Experience pays dividends for two seasoned campaigners as they triumph in the CCI4*-S

Mount St John Freestyle

Charlotte Dujardin’s superstar Olympic ride is a girly girl with a heart of gold, finds Polly Bryan

It's all to play for

H&H dressage editor Polly Bryan predicts a thrilling Olympic Games full of unpredictability – where Britain’s bright young stars could flourish

Horses for courses

What does it take to win as a working hunter at the Royal International? Ahead of the 2021 show, Alex Robinson speaks to those who know the track best

Mike Bullen

With just seven days to go to the Tokyo Olympics, event rider Mike Bullen reminisces about his own Games experience, something he “wouldn’t have missed for anything”, says Kate Green

Equine dentist

Royal Warrant holder Grant Chanter on keeping ceremonial horses’ teeth in top condition, Princess Diana’s funeral and a special moment with the Duke of Edinburgh

Fresh career for former flat star

Horses prove that it’s never too late to change it up and shine in a new sphere

Airborne invasion

Coughing, sneezing or a cluster of skin bumps could indicate a summer allergy, as Richard Hepburn FRCVS explains

Adam Kirby

Once better known for his exploits on the all-weather, Adam Kirby scored a win on only his second Derby ride. He tells Catherine Austen about that winning feeling, racing pigeons and his passion for starting youngsters

Summerland proves hot

A 23-year-old becomes Britain’s first winner of the German five-star since 2010, in a wildly emotional trip that ends in a fairytale result

‘There is no grand prix this horse can't win'

Scott Brash scores a record-breaking 13th LGCT grand prix win aboard Olympic hopeful Hello Jefferson

‘There's no better place'

Whether planning a holiday or moving lock, stock and barrel, discover the best of Scotland with its Caribbean-style beaches, terrific training terrain and popular native breeds, says Becky Murray

Students take the spoils

Two riders juggling riding with university clinch significant wins in Scotland

Buckley takes inspiration from Brash

Simon Buckley finds the winning formula, Annabel Shields continues her tremendous purple patch and Holly Smith makes a successful visit north of the border

Uist titled best of the breed

The buzz of the usual Royal Highland format is missed, but the blue sashes and top-class competitors are still evident