'I don't get this emotional often'

A World Cup victory brings unexpected tears, while winning debuts impress and a pair dance their way to a personal best

Williamson claims a spectacular six

\"Weekends like this don't happen very often\" says a bewildered multi-winner

Jankorado makes a winning return

A talented pair return to form, a 12-year-old wins with a borrowed horse and we celebrate an audacious hat-trick

‘A giant of a personality’

In the latest in his series about great hunting men he knew personally, Alastair Jackson relates the story of Jack Champion, a brilliant horseman who hunted hounds with terrific verve

Coburg comes home spot on the time

Max Warburton takes the advanced intermediate with a perfectly timed run, as this popular event returns

'One mistake and it's game over'

Graham Fletcher ponders losing a championship horse and disappointment

‘This is what you live for’

A victorious US team celebrate victory on home soil by the tightest of margins after an evening of twists and turns

Sad farewell to horse who changed British dressage

Laura Tomlinson has had to say goodbye to Mistral Højris and Andretti H, both at the age of 30

Copper Beach

This grand schoolmaster is retiring from eventing, after helping his young rider to three five-star cross-country clears. Gemma Redrup finds out more

Kirsty Aird

How did a self-confessed “chicken” become one of the working hunter circuit's most formidable competitors? Bethan Simons finds out

Securing a superstar

What's at stake to insure a horse worth as much as a house - or indeed a mansion?

New age of frangible fences in never-ending safety work

Cross-country tracks at Thoresby will feature a range of fences that look like the traditional jumps

Apprenticeship provider

Belinda Turner of Stubbing Court Training on being inspired by Bill Gates, placing apprentices with top riders and her pride in famous alumni

Lack of good abattoir causes concerns for horse welfare

Since the only facility that took horses in Ireland closed last year, more have been exported directly for slaughter

Abedrock of venery

The Stowe Beagles celebrate the life of Frank Houghton Brown, one of the many former masters and huntsmen who first developed their skills with this school pack

Major review of Irish equine traceability calls for action

A report has made recommendations for improvements to the current system

DRESSAGE ON A SHOESTRING

Competing successfully in dressage with rising costs isn't easy, but there are ways to make it work while watching the pennies. Stephanie Bateman finds out how

Shoe studs a necessary evil?

Richard Stephenson MRCVS discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using studs and explains the risk assessment required before every use

Step into the spotlight

Freestyle dressage is booming, with more riders than ever bringing music into the arena. From picking the perfect track to building a floorplan, Oscar Williams finds out how to get started - and why it's easier than you think

'What welfare means can vary'

Anna Ross on rising tensions and different ideas of what welfare looks like

'It's been so much fun'

As the master and huntsman of her pack retires, H&H hunting editor Catherine Austen pays tribute

Greve lands horse swap showdown

The old World Championship “final four” format is recreated in a fascinating contest and a Brit comes close to landing a major grand prix

'Michael, this is for you'

An unprecedented depth of emotion fills Cheltenham's winner's enclosure and a mighty hurdler shines

Dantina dazzles

Arising star makes a statement, other young talents prove their potential and seasoned contenders return to form in an action-packed week

A joyful celebration

The Berks and Bucks Draghounds mark their 50th anniversary by meeting at a historic sporting venue

BIT for purpose

When choosing a bit, you should always think about the mouthpiece material as well as the fit. Becky Murray speaks to bit manufacturers to get a better understanding of modern materials

Figaro hits the right notes

A Bridgerton-inspired freestyle hits the right notes, a miracle horse proves his worth and a home-bred dream lives up to expectations

Kojak

The connections of last year’s Blenheim young horse championship runner-up talk to Pippa Roome

A decision that could change your future'

Davy Russell rides an emotional rollercoaster at an “extraordinary” Festival

All good things come to an end...

As a successful season draws to a close, the assembled throng delight in the entertaining traditions of “the bikes” meet, and a reflective Tessa Waugh is hopeful for more of the same in autumn