Aintree Winter Classic II, Merseyside JAMES SMITH remains ...

From illness comebacks to shared rides and patiently produced horses, championship tickets were secured across three venues

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

The young showjumper lit up London with his record-breaking grand prix win, now the World Championships beckon. Jennifer Donald finds out what’s driving Ireland’s latest talent

A leading trainer and one of the season’s top horses both celebrate milestone wins

James Bowen earns redemption from one of the lowest days of his career, to triumph with a catch ride on a legend