News Archive | September 2023

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September 30th
- Researchers identify potential reason overweight horses make ‘train-like sound’ when exercised
- ‘You’ve got to do what the horse wants’: eventer turns successful jumper after rotational fall
- Farewell to much-loved member of the showing community
September 29th
- ‘A remarkable lady’: farewell to much-loved riding school founder
- Hopes to save jobs as major equestrian manufacturer files administration notice
- ‘Exciting new era’ as major national championships move to new home
- Relief as use of common equine supplement ingredient can continue in international sport
- Britain’s brilliant win, and other things the horse world is talking about
September 28th
- Farewell to broadcaster and journalist who travelled the world reporting on equestrian sport
- ‘One of the best rounds of the year’: Great Britain wins Nations Cup Final opening leg
- Two women sentenced for allowing five horses to suffer – two put down
- A rider loses a medal, a one-stirrup puissance and other things the horse world is talking about
- Hundreds of riders supported by police to keep horses safer on roads
- The Horse & Hound Podcast 141: John & Michael Whitaker
September 27th
- ‘I did the best for the horse’ says vet – top rider loses medal and fined over horse’s colic treatment
- A chip off the old block: teenager clears 6ft7in with one stirrup to win puissance
- Swiss army knives, a driver sentenced and other things the horse world is talking about
- Man slashed and strangled horses, leaving them in ‘significant pain’
September 26th
- Britain’s native horses are ‘the Swiss army knife of equines’ – and we must celebrate them
- ‘He had a gentle yet vivacious character’: leading stallion dies aged 23
- Top coach cleared of rapping and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘Careless and inconsiderate’ driver sentenced after collision caused horse’s death
September 25th
- ‘We can’t quote zero tolerance then take no action’: societies unite against ‘abusive’ social media posts
- Top Irish coach ‘relieved’ to be cleared in rapping investigation: ‘I abhor the practice’
- Who needs a bridle anyway? Tack mishap no hindrance for 1.50m grand prix winner
- Why a horse owner has been fined, plus tributes to special horses – what the horse world is talking about
- ‘A true legend’: tributes paid to multi-talented military horse put down in retirement
September 24th
- ‘End of an era’: tributes paid to 15hh ‘lioness’ who went to the top in three sports
- Strong contingent of Brits and former winners feature on Maryland 5 Star entries
- Horse owner fined more than £12,000 after building stables on her land
September 23rd
- ‘She failed in her duty and animals suffered’: woman’s life-ban on keeping animals remains after appeal quashed
- Sad farewell to failed drum horse with a ‘heart as big as his height’
- New sports horse auction aims to fix ‘broken’ sales system
September 22nd
- ‘We had some fantastic days’: former top racehorse dies in retirement, aged 11
- ‘We were lucky to have him’: farewell to top native stallion who covered The late Queen’s mares
- An Olympic gold medallist, a pony found tied to gates, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Full steam ahead to Paris 2024: how Britain’s rebuilding strategy was repaid in medals
September 21st
- Involvement of horses in sport is ethically ok, research finds
- ‘There will never be another’: farewell to showing stalwart and judge
- Olympic gold-medallist and five-star eventer dies aged 24 after happy retirement
- Last chance to submit H&H Awards nominations, and other things the horse world is talking about
September 20th
- Want to ride clear cross-country more often? Check out this new research…
- Abandoned pony found tied to gates on busy industrial estate
- Ian Stark, final farewell to a top stallion, and more things the horse world is talking about
- ‘You can spot a Robbie baby a mile off’: influential Welsh stallion dies aged 31
September 19th
- ‘One of the greatest’: six-time Classic-winning jockey dies aged 86
- ‘Various people have tried to talk me out of it’: Ian Stark plans his ‘semi-retirement’
- ‘We’ll miss him terribly’: farewell to star mule rescued from slaughter 36 years ago
- Mares raising orphan foals alongside their own, plus other things the horse world is talking about
September 18th
- A historic backdrop and why a tack change backfired for the world number one
- ‘Once in a million the first time’: two mares are each raising an orphan foal alongside their own
- ‘He never stops smiling’: six-year-old rider with leukaemia is reserve champion at first show
- Carl Hester, old school advice, plus other things the horse world is talking about
- Two people and horse killed in collision on main road
September 17th
- ‘We’ve always thought she was exceptional’: Oliver Townend and dazzling grey score Blenheim young horse CCI4*-S victory
- ‘I would have been thrilled with a top 10 finish’: rider’s shock win in hot national final
- ‘It’s still a thrill to win’: Carl Hester crowned British national champion for the 11th time
- Blenheim title goes to the wire in gripping showdown between world number one and world champion
- ‘He wows me every single day’: praise for newly crowned four-year-old national champion
- ‘He’s quite wet – he’ll let you know if something isn’t right’: big-moving gelding adds to his national title tally
- European championship riders on a roll in National Dressage Championships youth classes
- Two overnight withdrawals and three held at final Blenheim Horse Trials trot-up
September 16th
- Is this the horse of the 2023 nationals? Third title of the week for Charlotte Dujardin and talented mare
- ‘It’s a team effort – a good day is everybody’s good day’: world champions on fire on rollercoaster Blenheim CCI4*-L cross-country day
- ‘He deserves every moment of this’: Carl Hester ticks off his final goal of 2023
- ‘This is every breeder’s dream’: nationals glory for young home-bred mare
- ‘This is what makes you a better rider’: nationals supreme winner on finding the key to her exciting stallion
- All change at the top as overnight leader eliminated in influential Blenheim young horse CCI4*-S showjumping
September 15th
- Future stars shine bright to shuffle business end of Blenheim young horse CCI4*-S leaderboard
- ‘He’s hot but super-talented’: Brightwells purchase gives rider a first nationals victory
- ‘Charlotte Dujardin has helped our bond’: Annabella Pidgley reassures ‘spicy’ mare to win at nationals
- ‘This horse has taught me more than any other’: world number one shakes up Blenheim leaderboard
- ‘I thought I’d have to withdraw a week ago’: rider overcomes nightmare nationals prep to win first title
- A one-eyed winning pocket rocket, Charlotte Dujardin’s exciting mares, and other things the horse world is talking about
- The late Queen’s pony Emma takes centre stage – and eats grass – in new celebrity role
September 14th
- Olympic medallist’s rising star shows maturity to scoop lead in fiercely competitive Blenheim young horse championship
- ‘If she was human she’d be Cameron Diaz’: Charlotte Dujardin celebrates super mares on day one of National Dressage Championships
- ‘She’s the epitome of what we’re trying to do’: exciting young mare proves one to watch at National Dressage Championships
- ‘I’m such a perfectionist’: world champions score huge Blenheim lead with massive new personal best
- ‘I was desperate to get out’: rider scoops national title days after stint in hospital
- ‘She’s incredible’: meet the pocket-rocket thoroughbred winning with one eye
- Golfing outfits (yes really) – and other things the horse world is talking about
September 13th
- One held at first Blenheim trot-up, as fresh horses and a golf-themed outfit caught the eye
- Equine therapy: how horses can help with stress, anxiety, and trauma
- Concerns shortage of farriers in certain regions will hit horse welfare
- Charlotte Dujardin’s horses to watch, the kindness of strangers and other things the horse world is talking about
- Vet’s gate warning after horse ‘ripped huge hole in her side’
September 12th
- ‘It was a bit wild’: top rider thrills crowds to complete 1.50m jump-off after stirrup detaches mid-round
- Horse owner speaks up after ‘the kindness of strangers saved my best friend’
- Great British Bake Off semi-finalist creates giant carrot cake for horses
- Eric Lamaze’s court case, when Dad knows best, and other things the horse world is talking about
September 11th
- Former Olympic champion Eric Lamaze maintains he’s had cancer despite judge’s doubts
- Charlotte Dujardin, Lottie Fry, a cancelled international event and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘I wanted to change the bit, Dad said just ride better!’ Special horse delivers dream win in $3m grand prix
September 10th
- Freestyle records tumble, a rider loses his way and a dancing queen reigns: all you need to know from the final day at the Euros
- ‘I can’t believe he was that good’: Carl Hester’s first freestyle on Fame earns career-high score at Europeans
- ‘The ride of my life’: Britain’s golden girls set European Championships freestyle alight
- ‘This never becomes normal’: extraordinary Europeans freestyle smashes records as two Brits ascend the podium
- ‘It’s the drug I get out of this job’: falls and drama as Ireland secure historic win
- ‘We are not machines – it will never happen again’: rider takes the lead in Europeans freestyle despite major error
September 9th
- A champion with broken ribs, bronze for the youngest horse and the lure of the red collar: all the best stories from the dressage Euros
- ‘Exciting’ new programme to support thoroughbreds straight off the track
- Last-minute bit change pays off for top rider in 1.60m Spruce Meadows jump-off
- Who will top the Europeans freestyle? Find out when the medal contenders ride – and which big names will be missing
- ‘I’m just happy I finished the test!’: genius riding earns freestyle bronze for British rider at Europeans
- Super feedback as riders allowed to go bitless in eventing dressage
- Electric crowd lifts Brit to bring home European medal in dynamic freestyle
September 8th
- ‘The handbrake is still on’: why Imhotep’s European bronze is precursor to even greater things
- Deep disappointment as international event cancels as it is ‘no longer viable’
- Defending champion grabs individual gold at Europeans – with a Brit on the podium too
- Back in business: bronze for Britain in nail-biting conclusion to para Europeans teams
- New £50,000 competition for former racehorses to ‘showcase their talent’
- ‘If I retired now, I’d be happy’: inspiring ride from Gareth Hughes as individuals battle it out at European Dressage Championships
- ‘We live and we learn’: frustration as Ireland fails to qualify for Paris 2024 at Europeans
- British gold, top horses living out and other things the horse world is talking about
- When will the Brits ride for individual medals at the European Dressage Championships?
September 7th
- The end of an 11-year wait for team gold, dressage megastars go head-to-head, and Carl Hester extols turnout: 10 unmissable stories from the dressage Euros
- ‘He’s never given me a ride like that’: para debutante overwhelmed by part-Connie in pursuit of team medal
- 81-year-old rider has no plans to quit as he targets a victory next year
- ‘On fire – but slightly distracted’: battle royal between three superstars as Lottie Fry conjures moments of pure brilliance
- It’s a glorious GOLD for Britain at the European Dressage Championships
- Charlotte Dujardin and Imhotep charge into the lead at dressage Europeans
- British riders on fire at Europeans, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Brits tighten grip on gold as grand prix nears its climax at the dressage Europeans
- Golden TV-spot purchase pays off for Olympic champion ahead of team event
September 6th
- Dreams fulfilled as sights set on Paris: Britain’s para riders show their potential at Europeans
- Britain holds gold medal position overnight at the European Dressage Championships
- ‘If I never ride another test, that would be a nice note to finish on’: Carl Hester soars into the lead at the dressage Europeans
- British medals, the loss of a special horse and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘Disappointed with the mark but happy with my mare; she deserved more’: Gareth Hughes makes solid start for Britain at dressage Europeans
- ‘She went peacefully in the sun’: heartbroken farewell to 40-year-old mare weeks after horrific attack
- Heartbreak for Irish combination at European Dressage Championships as team down to three
September 5th
- A rider ‘in shock’ and a sparkling silver: Brits in the medals at para dressage Europeans
- ‘For ever a special place in our hearts’: legendary stallion put down aged 28
- British team pair seek to prove themselves again with entry to Blenheim Horse Trials
- European Dressage Championships times released – find out when the Brits are on
- British rider becomes world number one: ‘This means a lot because it shows consistency’
- A chip off the old block, Barbury, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Brits ready for action at the European Dressage Championships – but two horses to be held overnight after trot-up
September 4th
- ‘Sad news’ as Barbury remains off the British Eventing calendar next season
- ‘Battered and bruised’ five-star rider likely to miss rest of season
- ‘Let’s keep this going’: awards for most harmonious horse and rider combinations at major show
- ‘Dad wants to keep me away from racing!’ AP McCoy’s daughter scores first Hickstead win
- Oliver Townend’s joy and Tom McEwen’s misfortune – what the horse world is talking about
September 3rd
- Remarkable horses and impressive debuts: 8 stories you won’t want to miss from Burghley
- ‘It’s not about luck, I should have ridden better’: European Championship leader reflects on agony of missing out on a medal
- ‘Hopefully I’ll be able to afford a holiday now’: career highlight for Burghley runner-up
- Harry Meade celebrates best Burghley placing yet with five-star first-timer
- Burghley champion claims his third title – with a second win for an outstanding horse
- ‘That was an expensive fence’: Ben Maher narrowly misses individual medal for second year in a row
- ‘She’s my horse of a lifetime’: newly crowned European champion pays tribute to gold medal-winning mare
- Heartache for leaders in dramatic shake-up at European Showjumping Championships final
- ‘Happy, settled and comfortable’: riders share updates on horses withdrawn from Burghley
- Five horses withdrawn before Burghley Horse Trials final trot-up, including top-10 contender
- ‘The best I’ve had, she’s unbelievable’: meet the highest placed mare bidding for gold at the European Championships
September 2nd
- ‘People may be surprised to see me here’: meet the Irish rider within grasp of gold at European Showjumping Championships
- Failed riding school horse leads European Showjumping Championships: ‘We’re going for gold!’
- Incredible rounds, smart debuts and heartbreak: 11 must-reads about Burghley cross-country day
- Less than a fence separates top-two after cross-country day at Burghley
- Heartbreak for Tom McEwen on Burghley Horse Trials cross-country day
- Costly time-penalties put Tim Price’s Burghley Horse Trials lead in jeopardy
- Although rueful, Pippa Funnell and Sam Watson impress on Burghley cross-country day
- Oliver Townend down to just one ride at Burghley Horse Trials
- Burghley dreams dashed as cross-country mistakes prove costly for some
- Ros Canter out of contention on Burghley Horse Trials cross-country day
- Early Burghley cross-country day drama as top combinations encounter problems while others thrive
- ‘We were helped through the worst time for our country’: meet Ukraine’s riders at the European Showjumping Championships
- Find out when your favourite riders will head out on Burghley’s cross-country course
September 1st
- Medals decided, Ireland’s super silver and a last-minute bridle change – all you need to know from the European Championships team finals
- A record-breaking test and a stunning five-star debut: what you need to know about Burghley dressage day two
- ‘One of the nicest four-year-olds I’ve had’: five-star rider secures first Burghley Young Event Horse final victory
- ‘I feel confident’: Ben Maher in individual medal contention ahead of Europeans final
- ‘We had to change the whole bridle’: new bit tape rule catches veteran rider on the hop at showjumping Europeans
- ‘It was an uphill task, but I’m so proud’: sensational silver for Ireland at European Showjumping Championships
- Top three shuffled at Burghley as major players pull out all the stops ahead of cross-country
- ‘A really disappointing championship’: British team riders share their final thoughts on European Showjumping Championships
- ‘It doesn’t get better than this’: Sweden make history to reign as Olympic, world and European showjumping champions
- ‘It’s surreal to see my name up there’: five-star first-timer moves into Burghley top five
- ‘I’m not here to muck about’: historic moment as new Burghley dressage record set
- Gold medal contenders out of European Showjumping Championships after horse ‘nearly flipped over’
- Redemption in five-year-old Burghley Young Event Horse final as Ros Canter takes victory
- ‘He makes me use all my experience’: Pippa Funnell ‘absolutely delighted’ with Majas Hope at Burghley
- ‘It’s incredible’: meet the top showjumper who sleeps 20 hours a day and loves bananas
- From barefoot to shod and back – top showjumping stallion takes it in his stride
- ‘After this, I believe I can do it’: next stop for 25-year-old hero is his country’s first Olympics in 44 years