Winners of the 2022 Horse & Hound Awards, in partnership with NAF, were celebrated at a glittering ceremony at Cheltenham racecourse last night. H&H received thousands of nominations – and tens of thousands of votes – for the 13 equine and human heroes, across 12 categories voted for by H&H readers. The Lifetime Achievement Award, decided upon by the H&H team, went to equestrian legend, showjumper David Broome. “These awards never fail to remind us what incredible people make up the horse world and keep it turning,” said H&H editor-in-chief Sarah Jenkins. “The work ethic possessed by our winners, and all our shortlisted individuals, is second to none, and proves what can be achieved with hard graft and the right mentality.”
Politologue and Harry Skelton on their way to victory in the 2020 Queen Mother Champion Chase.
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The Queen Mother Champion Chase hero Politologue is enjoying a happy retirement after his eminent racing career. John Hales’ 11-year-old gelding, trained to much success by multiple champion trainer Paul Nicholls, bowed out of racing in March. He returned to the Hales’ at the end of the season for his summer holiday and has moved to Mike and Lucy Felton for an active retirement.
H&H columnist Laura Tomlinson weighs in on the “very complex” hot topic of double bridles in dressage. Laura reflects on the history of why they were used, and where the sport is at now in the 21st century. She also touches on areas, such as consequences of decisions, commentary, breeding and being open-minded as the sport moves forward.
“The equestrian community is on trial and we must convince the jury,” she adds.
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Lucy is an experienced news journalist, reporter and presenter. Since joining the Horse & Hound team in 2015, Lucy has reported from major global sporting events including the Tokyo Paralympic Games and multiple European Championships, as well as Badminton, Burghley and London, to name a few. She has covered current affairs and sports news across the full spectrum of equestrian disciplines and racing, as well as human and equine welfare, industry news and court cases.
