
Amy Mathieson
A graduate of Exeter University, Amy joined our news team from Redpin Publishing in 2008 as news writer. She was promoted to deputy news editor in May 2013 and became news editor in April 2015. She left Horse & Hound in March 2016 to take up an editorial position in Dubai.
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How to pick a winner and what to wear: H&H’s ultimate guide for first time racegoersDon’t know the difference between a banker and a bumper? Hat or no hat? Swot up with our guide for first time racegoers
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8 types of Royal Ascot racegoer you are sure to recognise this weekIf you’re heading to the races this week (20-24 June), watching from home, or merely just perusing the daily papers, here’s a snapshot of some of the characters you’re likely to come across
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6 ways to wow the judges in the show ring — in the first 7 secondsIf you're looking to be in the ribbons this summer, it’s all about wowing the judges from the off. Here's how to create the best first impression
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Meet the 15.3hh superstar racehorse (who likes to be left alone in the field)Find out all you need to know about the Colin Tizzard-trained Cue Card — from being polite to visitors in his stable, to his penchant for food
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Natasha Baker: busting superstitions, a penchant for steak and London memoriesAs the 2016 Rio Paralympics swing into action, we find out a bit more about the 26-year-old British squad member Natasha Baker — from her biggest indulgence to ditching her McDonalds superstition...
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Nick Skelton ‘amazed’ by calls for him to be crowned BBC Sports Personality of the YearThe Rio 2016 gold medallist said it would be an 'honour for showjumping' and Sir AP McCoy is among those backing Nick for the accolade
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Clifton Lush bounces back from 100-stitch Rio injuryThe 17-year-old gelding was pulled from the New Zealand team and his injury required 100 stitches
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How does Pippa Funnell prepare for an Olympic Games?With the first horse inspection for the Olympic eventing happening today (5 August), find out how British team member Pippa Funnell prepares for an Olympics
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Andrew Nicholson sets his sights on BramhamThe top Kiwi event rider is looking ahead to the challenge of riding at Bramham after not feeling fit enough to compete at Badminton
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‘I’m still hungry to retain title’: Richard Johnson crowned champion jump jockeyThe H&H racing columnist received the champion jump jockey trophy on Saturday (23 April) after 16 years of being runner-up to AP McCoy
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Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton fifth in Cheltenham FoxhunterVIctoria Pendleton finishes fifth in the Cheltenham Foxhunter while the race is taken for a second year running by Nina Carberry
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Don Cossack wins the 2016 Cheltenham Gold CupDon Cossack wins the Cheltenham Gold Cup for Ireland, while Cue Card walks away from a fall three from home
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‘He’s gone from a very nice horse to a superstar’: Thistlecrack wins the World HurdleThistlecrack won the 2016 Grade One World Hurdle for Colin Tizzard and Tom Scudamore
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Denman among equine stars on parade at CheltenhamGold Cup winner Denman and Grand National winner Comply Or Die were among thoroughbred showcasing ex-racehorses in a parade at Cheltenham
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Sprinter Sacre regains Champion Chase crown in emotional Cheltenham winSprinter Sacre wows the Cheltenham crowds with an emotional win in the 2016 Champion Chase
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Mare Annie Power triumphs in the Cheltenham Champion HurdleAnnie Power became the first mare in 22 years to win the Champion Hurdle
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Hunting cap maker merges with helmet companyTraditional hunting cap maker Patey has merged with PROtector Helmets
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Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton wins her first race as a jockeyOlympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton secures her first victory in a hunter chase
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Are there enough opportunities for female jockeys? *H&H VIP*As Lizzie Kelly becomes the first female to ride a Grade One winner, women are gaining greater recognition in racing. But are the same opportunities there as for their male colleagues?
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Many Clouds bids to become back-to-back Grand National winnerThe nine-year-old gelding will carry 11st 10lb in the race, just one pound more than last year
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Void in passport law is ‘madness’ says industry *H&H VIP*Leading industry figures have raised concerns that horse identification laws have not yet been formally introduced
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‘She has been an unbelievable horse for me’: top Irish showjumper retired at 19Billy Twomey has paid credit to his Olympic partner Tinka's Serenade
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Four-star status for Royal Windsor showjumpingThe show now boasts higher prize money
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Popular joint-master died of ‘traumatic brain injury’Coroners office highlights the dangers of "decorative cork riding hats" at inquest into fatal hunting accident
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