Enjoy some of our favourite updates from equestrian social media channels during the past week. From some amazing Royal Ascot moments to a football-playing stallion, it all happened on social media.
Don’t miss the exciting competition on this weekly page. Our favourite tweet each week will win either an Apatchy mini tablet case or an Apatchy cosmetic bag, personalised with your own initials.For more information about the competition and to find out who this week’s winner is, go to the bottom of this page.
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From @TheIrishField – ‘Mr @McArdleBrendan & Mr @PowellLeo looking swell at The Irish Field’s team meeting this morning.’ #RoyalAscot #Horses The Irish Field Leo Powell Brendan McArdle #Racing ?
Chris Burton’s groundkeepers look pretty useful
Harry and Jack are really starting to earn their keep!Posted by Chris Burton on Monday, June 15, 2020
Too Darn Hot is ready for the return of Premier League football!Too Darn Hot has been brushing up on his ⚽ skills and is ready for the return of Premier League football…Álvaro Odriozola, Michael Owen fancy a kick around next time you visit?Posted by Darley on Wednesday, June 17, 2020
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Tweet of the week competition
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Former web features editor, point-to-point editor and digital racing editor
Gemma is an experienced journalist, who was a member of H&H staff from 2014 to September 2025. She is passionate about all equestrian sports, including racing and point-to-pointing. She has enjoyed riding out for top trainers Nicky Henderson and Charlie Appleby and took part in a charity Flat race at Epsom in August 2018. Gemma’s has reported from numerous five-star events around Britain and Europe, as well as European championships.
