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Vettings and X-rays' use in the spotlight in new study

Researchers found more than half of horses undergoing a pre-purchase examination showed signs of lameness

Concerns about new equine border control facilities

A rider took the option of a fine rather than risk her horse colicking owing to a long wait

Tokyo stars start with wins

British team horses hit the excellent ground running in East Anglia, while a 24-year-old keeps local spirits high

William wins by a whisker

A hunt race and team chase veteran is delighted to score a victory by the narrowest of margins in a thrilling finish

Raising the game

Fourteen years after the grassroots championships moved to Badminton, Pippa Roome examines how they have developed and their place in the sport

Pinpoint pressure

Acupuncture is today a powerful tool in equine veterinary medicine, and provides a range of physiological benefits. Adam Jackson MRCVS explains

Jagerbomb

Becky Moody's charismatic home-bred horse is coming into 2024 off the back of a sensational year. Oscar Williams meets him

Gold Cup maker

Mark Morgan is account manager at Inkerman, which specialises in producing luxury gifts, trophies and awards

Access all areas Willie Mullins

No stone is left unturned for Ireland's racing \"genius\" and most successful trainer in Festival history, as he sets his sights on landing a first-ever century of wins at Cheltenham, by

Equestrian businesses among those investigated for wage breaches

The Government has announced that more than 500 companies had underpaid their staff

Sad news for all as major event will not run in 2024

Rising costs mean the numbers no longer add up for the Festival of British Eventing at Gatcombe

What does the future hold for equine vets? H&H investigates

As the number of vet practices owned by corporations increases, H&H finds out what impact this may have

£5,000 fixed fines can be given for horse welfare offences

The introduction of the fines has been welcomed but, as always, effective enforcement of the law will be crucial

'Today, something extraordinary happened'

The \"jinx of a decidedly dodgy season\" has been broken, says Tessa Waugh - hounds are running and a half-term hunt sees the children flying. Even an early home-time doesn't quell spirits

'I thought I'd nick a few lengths'

An inspired ride from Harry Cobden seals victory in Ascot's Grade One in a week where he also takes the lead in the jockeys' championship

Lucas does the double

A rising star books two tickets as former eventers and returning combinations impress between the white boards

Viva Mexico!

An ultra-reliable 17.3hh gelding lands his second grand prix on the trot and a \"spicy\" mare soars to victory

Edward

A \"bit of a poser\" who \"needs to be in charge\", this master's horse is brilliant out hunting unless he spots a Shetland

'He was probably unique'

In the third of his series about great fox hunters he knew personally, Alastair Jackson recalls Lieutenant Colonel Dick Eames, the highly respected master and huntsman of his family pack, the Cotley Harriers

Hunting's civil servants

Communication, tact, organisation and a head for figures - the hunt secretary's job has many facets to it, as Lucy Higginson explains

Martin Scott

Imagine if you could \"design\" the day's hunting of your dreams... What hounds would be hunting, where would it be, who would you take with you?

Just enjoy it

For competitive amateurs, many outside influences can derail show-day focus. Madeleine Silver learns how to ease the stress to make the most of our sport

Eyes on the prize

Ever wondered how top riders master their mindset and sharpen their focus to be at their best on big occasions? Becky Murray discovers their secrets

Access all areas Will and Olli Fletcher

Childhoods steeped in the sport resulted in different paths to the top for these showjumping brothers. Martha Terry goes behind the scenes to watch the pair at work

TV presenter

Ex-model Rosie Tapner on skipping school to go hunting, the buzz of charity racing over the catwalk and learning to rein in her excitement

'Take your phone, start creating'

Adam Cromarty on how riders can attract sponsors via social media content

Thousands support top rider in #MankiniGate

Equestrian Australia reviewed Shane Rose's costume in a fancy dress class

Inclusion in the show ring raised on judges' agenda

More than 180 people attended the 2024 British Show Pony Society judges' conference

Dressage leaders to meet to address the sport's future

Stakeholders say recent high-profile cases of horse abuse are a \"wake-up call\" for the sport's future

An itch to scratch

Skin allergies can be infuriating for horses, and are not always easy to avoid. Ben Curnow MRCVS explains the triggers and possible treatment options