Exceptionally athletic and a supreme trier, this sensitive character met his ideal match in Oliver Townend. Catherine Austen charts the career of one of the greatest partnerships in eventing history

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Oliver Townend’s superstar ride Ballaghmor Class retires sound and fit aged 19 after a stellar career

Key qualification results fell into place, from Area Festivals to the World Cup, as the season picks up momentum

Jake Saywell tops an A-list grand prix field and a striking appaloosa hits flying form with her new rider

Winter preparation paid dividends with confident step-ups, big scores and emerging talent delivered across the levels