Timing your peak

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Honing stickability is the key to riding with confidence. Bethany Stone observes coach Liz Pears furnishing riders with the solid seat they need for cross-country success

From debut wins to emotional salutes, this week delivers rising stars, loyal partnerships and eye-catching comebacks

Cycling ignites passion, but too much pressure and expectation can burn it away. Psychologist and racer Steve Mayers tackles the delicate issue of burnout

The European silver is a sign of strength in depth and good results to come as the horse world looks towards LA28

Double national champion and in the top 20 at her first Burghley, this rider has had the season of her career so far – 20 years in the making. Bethany Stone meets her