My small team

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

Adam Short on his path to the top, his Adele moment at Paris 2025, and why attention to detail is key

Laura Collett picks the six horses with the biggest influence on her career

A pathfinding round results in a “surprise win”, a rider bounces back to form post-injury and a formidable combination brings home a brace of tickets

Matt James reports as the top two in the title chase put on a masterclass in Cheshire

A Glamourdale son makes an eye-catching first performance as his sire stars abroad, while one rider’s efforts reap rich rewards