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Bridget Andrews
The 23-year-old jockey tells Martha Terry about girls lacking opportunities to race-ride and why women might have the magic touch with some racehorses.
It Feels like a New Chapter
Georgie Strang has hit some significant milestones in the past few years, and with a string of exciting young horses and a brand new base, she is hoping this season will be her best yet. She talks to Ellie Hughes.
Routine Tests Needed For At-risk Horses
OWNERS of older horses have been urged to carry out routine tests for PPID (pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction), previously known as Cushing’s.
Crash Highlights The Need For Insurance
Without public liability cover, the rider would have faced huge costs after her spooked horse collided with a car
Eventing Entry Fee Increase Sparks Heated Debate
It will cost more to compete next year but prize money will also increase
Blyth Tait
The world and Olympic champion event rider on dramatic dressage, crossing tracks and celebrating with his fellow Kiwis
A Corn Alert
As autumn rolls on, confirmed cases of acorn poisoning increase. Sarah Smith MRCVS outlines the dangers for horses grazing in the vicinity of oak trees from her work on the toxic effects of acorn ingestion
Damian Hallam On The Walk-Halt-Walk
The grand prix dressage rider and trainer shares a simple exercise that is fundamental to creating a responsive horse
How Sponsors' Deals Have To Work For All
RIDERS and companies have been reminded that sponsorship is business and should be treated as a working relationship.
Trust Award Winners Include Lady Harris
Sportsmen and women were also honoured at the annual ceremony
Second-Career Boost For Racehorses Across The World
Second-Career Boost For Racehorses Across The World
Botham Cherry Picks Best Of Spoils
It all comes together for Adam Botham while Gorgia Lisi and her ‘winning machine’ head 66-strong class
Footpad Is Electric
Exciting times lie ahead for Willie Mullins after Footpad’s impressive victory
South-East - Merrist Wood, Surrey
Several riders set exciting plus-75% targets ahead of the Merrist regionals.
Badly Fitting Saddles Are Damaging Horses
A lack of bitting knowledge was also highlighted by experts
Paddy
The charming Irish ‘gentleman’ who reads the country better than any rider
Excess Rider Weight Can Cause Lameness
The latest results of a study into the effect of excessive load show suitable mounts and suitable saddles are paramount
New Events To 'Honour And Celebrate Horses' At Games
SHOWCASE events will run alongside the 2018 World Equestrian Games (WEG) to celebrate horses and raise the profile of equine sport.
South-West
An elementary winner at Colraine EC is aiming for a return visit to the Iberian Dressage Masters.
South-East
Hayley Pile produced 69.65% and 74.28% winning elementaries on 2015 World Young Horse Championships contestant Botero
Central
Kirsty Imm and Barnebie had a successful pre-regionals outing to Swallowfield, where they landed an advanced medium silver.
Davina Whiteman
The outgoing chairman of Ponies Association (UK) talks to Nicola Jane Swinney about the talent needed to judge — and her concerns about the way ponies are being produced today
A tale of two Harrys
Fry started training with a Champion Hurdler in his ranks, and already has another winning machine in Festival banker Unowhatimeanharry. Hannah Lemieux finds out more.
'Patting' Rule Clarified After Rider Eliminated
The FEI judge general has proposed the rule is reworded
Lights, Camera, Action! Future Of Video In Sport
Video has been touted as a way of moving equestrian sport forward and welcomed as a protective measure at shows
Grooms, Are You Really Self-Employed?
The British Grooms Association has launched a survey to discover the extent of a concerning trend in the industry
Ladies-In-waiting Prove Their Worth
Two British hopefuls make their mark for European selection, while the Antipodeans make it a one-two-three and a rider redeems herself with a win
Werth Her Weight In Gold
Isabell Werth wows in the grand prix freestyle, while America’s ascending superstar Laura Graves gives the Germans a serious run for their money
Diversify Or Die: The Future For Competition Venues?
After another popular show centre is set to close, what does the future hold?
Bonza! Tapner Triumphs
Paul Tapner shows why he’s an amateur in name only with a scorching clear