Competing is the perfect tonic for veteran gelding

One of the week’s big winners reaps an extra-special reward, another’s faith in their mount pays dividends, and a family’s breeding programme comes to the fore

Above: SSH Leagh returns from injury to ...

A mighty stallion produces a coming-of-age grand prix performance under Anthony Condon and a teenager clears 7ft 3in to share the puissance spoils

A “fun” 15hh gelding scores in the area trial with a five-star eventer, two horses return from injury with a win and there’s a poignant victory for a “cheeky chap”

A Brit has two in the Derby trial top three, and two brothers go head-to-head in one of the week’s contests

A riding horse in-hand champion will make her debut at HOYS, a Welsh section A continues success for breeder and a pony bought for £750 proves a worthy purchase