“my other horse was my first choice”

‘One day I thought, I’m either going to give up or I’m going to get on with life, and I chose the latter’

Despite being “slightly rusty” indoors, Alex Barr claims the grand prix and a blue-blooded eventer scores after Storm Amy scuppers Saturday’s action

AGRIA EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Sammie-Jo Coffin celebrates, one accident-prone rider bounces back and a teacher has her pupils cheering

A “classic spicy” chestnut and a comeback mare, a fascinating part-bred and a coloured star of the future all make their mark

From debut wins to emotional salutes, this week delivers rising stars, loyal partnerships and eye-catching comebacks