Buying great horses isn’t all about six-figure sums and flashy auctions. Luz Wollocombe finds out from top riders about the special purchases that changed their lives

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

The international dressage rider tells Polly Bryan about her young superstar set to take over the mantle from Into The Blue, and why she’s never looked back since switching careers

The young showjumper lit up London with his record-breaking grand prix win, now the World Championships beckon. Jennifer Donald finds out what’s driving Ireland’s latest talent

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

From illness comebacks to shared rides and patiently produced horses, championship tickets were secured across three venues