Shared rides, developing riders and comeback horses produced a series of hardearned victories

The brilliant Gino F is back where he belongs after injury and a former pony European rider is “shocked” to claim her first championship

Three established trainers relish a brace of wins each while connections enjoy success with new horses

Family rivalries, training breakthroughs and promising partnerships shine at home, plus there’s strong British form on the world stage

Native ponies reign in the supreme championships, with an experienced Dartmoor and a promising Highland colt each shine brightest in their respective divisions

Personal bests, dominant small-tour form and a powerhouse string of rising talents bring the year to a strong climax