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What happens now to The Queen’s pony Emma? And other things the horse world is talking about

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    • 1. The Queen’s Fell pony, Emma

    Since her appearance on the day Her Majesty’s funeral, many have been asking what will happen to the favoured Fell pony Emma. A spokesperson for the palace has said: “Emma will continue to be much loved and cared for at the Royal Mews, Windsor, and regularly exercised by its small, dedicated team.”

    A new photograph has been released of the 26-year-old mare, who stood on the flower-strewn Long Walk as The Queen’s coffin was borne home after her funeral on 19 September. She was held by Terry Pendry LVO, BEM, stud groom and manager to The Queen at Windsor Castle, with Her Majesty’s headscarf folded over her saddle.

    “For the past 15 years, Queen Elizabeth regularly rode Emma for light exercise in the grounds around Windsor Castle, during Her Majesty’s private time.” the spokesperson added.

    Read more about Emma

    2. The legend John Whitaker’s half century at HOYS

    It is just over half a century since John Whitaker first rode at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS), having watched from home as a child and dreamed of competing here. In 1971, aged 16, he jumped in what is now the pony showjumper of the year class, on a skewbald pony called Crazy Horse. “It didn’t go that well!” he said. “But I’ve been coming ever since.”

    More from John Whitaker on this milestone

    3. HOYS and The Queen’s show horses pay tribute to Her Majesty

    Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) has paid tribute to Her late Majesty The Queen by naming her equestrian of the year in front of her horses and ponies. The award was accepted by Crown Equerry Colonel Toby Browne, head of the Royal Mews, with current mews grooms Brandon Heaton and Charlotte Watson, and former groom Alice Watson, along with The Queen’s great-granddaughters Savannah and Isla Phillips.

    Find out about this moving moment at HOYS

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    Sarah Jenkins
    Sarah Jenkins

    H&H editor-in-chief
    Sarah has more than 20 years experience as an equestrian journalist and editor. She has reported from major championships including the Europeans and the World Equestrian Games. She has co-written books on equestrianism including The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Horses & Ponies. Sarah has ridden since childhood, owned horses and ponies for over 25 years, and worked for and trained with Olympic gold medallist event rider Leslie Law prior to going to university.
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