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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

Mansur Hits A High Note

Yuri Mansur leads a remarkable Brazilian effort across the Royal International week as he conquers the King George, with Britain taking third courtesy of Keith Shore

East - Codham Park, Essex | Brook Farm, Essex

‘Mr Consistent’ posted solid novice wins, while an Irish mare impressed at the same level with a huge score.

Creating Sunrises For Our High-Tech Horses

Artificial daytimes, rug sensors and racing trainers were among the developments discussed at a tech conference

Trust Triumph As Vote Secures Hunts' Future

The defeat of a motion to ban hunting shows the public’s viewpoint

Needle Shy

What’s the best approach with a horse who is scared of injections? Roger Lee MRCVS offers some expert advice