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

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

Young stars deliver the goods and home-breds delight their connections

A 10-horse trainer could have a live Gold Cup contender while racing fans keep Sir Gino in their thoughts

Just a fortnight after winning two grands prix in one day Scott Brash repeats the feat, and it’s a bonanza for the Breen team