Eventing
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‘To have an opportunity like that, even though it’s risky, why not?’: why investing in event horses can benefit everyoneEntrepreneur equestrian and angel investor Joanna Jensen, who owns 45% of Will Rawlin’s young ride Pieterado (Pedro) as part of the Eastbury Syndicate, explains why event horse ownership can work for owners, riders and the sport – and what could make it work better
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Four British horses withdrawn before final trot-up at Pau, including podium contenderIzzy Taylor withdraws both of her remaining rides before the final trot-up at Pau, besides a couple more Brits, leaving a field of 29 to showjump
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Updates on fallers and disappointments after Pau cross-country, including Emily King, Yasmin Ingham and Tom JacksonThe Pau cross-country had a massive influence on the leaderboard with just a 35% clear rate, and several high-profile falls and disappointments
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‘I lost my stirrup, I wasn’t even in the saddle’: Bubby Upton makes extraordinary save to avoid a ducking as she continues Pau redemption mission on ‘the best horse I’ve ridden’Bubby Upton is best of the Brits on Pau cross-country, moving up to second place behind Tim Price, while Tom McEwen unveils a new star on the five-star stage
By Martha Terry Published
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Dressage
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‘Everyone needs to take a deep breath and slow down,’ says Pammy HuttonPammy Hutton FBHS deliberates on the safety risks involved in equestrian sport and what can be done to mitigate them beyond wearing protective gear
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Top stud ‘deeply devastated’ after broodmares attacked and killed – €10,000 reward for informationPolice are investigating following the incidents between 11 September and 11 October
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Fresh look for dressage championships, plus a new ‘best of British’ conceptBy Lucy Elder Published -
New FEI grand prix dressage test unveils highly anticipated changes – H&H’s dressage editor explains the new tests, movement by movementFrom a new stretch circle to a renamed collective mark, here’s everything riders and spectators need to know about the FEI’s revised dressage tests, which come into effect from 1 January 2027
By Oscar Williams Published
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Showjumping
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‘The world’s best pony’ can be wild at times, but just wants to be part of the family: meet pint-sized hotshot Neil 55The showjumping superstar was bred to be a horse, but ended up as a very special pony
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Three-time Olympian sidelined after fall at home results in surgeryThe Australian rider said she will miss the rest of the season
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British Olympic gold medallist out for the rest of the year with ‘complex injury’The rider was competing on the autumn Mediterranean Equestrian Tour, in Oliva, Spain
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‘There was a massive gulf between the people who could ride and the people who couldn’t,’ warns William FunnellTop British showjumper, coach and breeder William Funnell calls for riders to go back to basics to halt a worrying trend
By William Funnell Published
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Showing
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H&H’s guide to intermediate classes: everything you need to know before you give them a goFind out how to get ahead in the competitive intermediate classes, designed as a stepping stone between pony and horse ranks
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‘I leave with countless happy memories’: Hickstead’s showing director steps downDavid Ingle has been in the role for 11 years
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‘Some of the judging appointments were surprising, but the choice for the working hunter ponies was a masterstroke,’ says Stuart HollingsWell-respected judge Stuart Hollings reflects on an exciting week of showing action at HOYS 2026
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Tickets for Royal Windsor Horse Show are now on sale for 2027Here’s everything you need to know
By Georgia Guerin Last updated
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Racing
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Record-breaking jockey Saffie Osborne relives the ‘shock’ win that’s ‘changed her life’Saffie Osborne, the first female jockey to win a British Classic, reflects on her historic success, fear of failure and heeding her father’s no-nonsense advice
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Classes dropped from final day of London International – what riders and spectators need to knowA new-look timetable for the London International Horse Show at Excel London has resulted in a shake-up of Monday's classes
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Billy ‘The Kid’ Loughnane crowned youngest champion jockey in more than 100 yearsBy Lucy Elder Published -
New approval scheme for racehorse retrainers to help horses move on to new careersBy Lucy Elder Published
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Hunting
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What I wish I’d known before my first season trail-huntingJonathan Hull took up trail-hunting in middle age with a failed Pony Club test and one gap-year bull ride to his name. Several seasons, three horses and a small library later, he reflects on what nobody tells you at the opening meet
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Farewell to passionate advocate for wildlife management in the British countryside, aged 85Obituary
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News‘Everything to play for’: your last chance to have a say on proposed trail-hunting banBy Catherine Austen Published -
Sir Ben Wallace warns the Government: ‘Don’t pick a fight with the countryside’By Catherine Austen Published
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Point-to-point
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‘A gentleman, who helped so many’: farewell to Pony Club volunteer and point-to-point clerk of courseDouglas Pirie’s favourite saying was: ‘Life gives you the cup and it is up to you how you fill it’
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News‘You couldn’t make it up!’ 75-year-old rider denied charity win owing to broken stirrup raises serious safety concernsBy Eleanor Jones Published -
‘I’ve never been this fit’: 75-year-old to ride at point-to-point 60 years after his firstBy Eleanor Jones Published -
‘The family horse of a lifetime’: homebred star who made Aintree dreams come true retired sound and happyBy Lucy Elder Published
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Driving
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How to watch the FEI World Championships live from anywhere in the worldAll the ways for you to watch the FEI World Championships for free and online from anywhere in the world
By Georgia Guerin Last updated -
How to watch Royal Windsor Horse Show 2026 live from anywhere in the worldBy Georgia Guerin Published -
H&H’s guide to 2026 London International tickets, plus exclusive discount codeIt’s that time already!
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Best places to stay if you’re heading to Royal Windsor Horse ShowBy Georgia Guerin Published
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Team Chasing
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From unrideable to unstoppable: the ‘dangerous’ £1 horse once facing euthanasia who has made all his owner’s dreams come trueThe rider hope Thomas the Tank’s story will show starting late and not having thousands do not mean it’s impossible to achieve dreams
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Mouthguards recommended for riders in some sports after new concussion researchBy Lucy Elder Published -
Rider fall rules tightened following reviewBy Lucy Elder Published -
New tech part of efforts to ‘modernise this phenomenal horse sport’By Lucy Elder Published
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Polo
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Meet the world’s oldest polo player, aged 86, who’s looking forward to next season: ‘Life’s treated me very well’John Nash is waiting for confirmation from Guinness World Records but is older than the previous record holder
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Heartbroken farewell to rider who died doing ‘something he loved so much’Harry Revell died as the result of a serious accident last Friday
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‘Ever since my parents deemed me to be safe on a horse with one of them, I was’: how England’s standout female polo player blazed a path to the topMilly Hine, the women’s world number one polo player discusses her Pony Club days, how she forged her way in a male-dominated sport and her experience riding clones
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NewsMaking polo a great place for people, ponies and the publicBy Eleanor Jones Published
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Vaulting
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How to watch the FEI World Championships live from anywhere in the worldAll the ways for you to watch the FEI World Championships for free and online from anywhere in the world
By Georgia Guerin Last updated -
H&H’s guide to tickets for the FEI World Championships in AachenSome sessions are sold out already
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How to watch CHIO Aachen from anywhere in the worldBy Gemma Redrup Published -
‘Not just for girls’: young equestrian hopes to inspire more boys into the sportBy Eleanor Jones Published
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