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

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

With 36 years in hunt service behind him, Robert McCarthy is one of the country’s most senior and most respected huntsmen. He talks to Tessa Waugh about Crufts, the current situation and life in Northumberland

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

The relentlessly positive spirit of the VWH hounds and their huntsman is infectious during a good day’s sport

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