‘it was love at first sight’

Carl Hester and Fame raise the bar, while para contenders battle for Europeans spots and young stars shine across the levels

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

A six-year-old steps up with serious power, a para comeback ends in victory and a home-bred pony proves he’s one to watch

Michael Eilberg scores five wins, a grand prix winner regains her confidence and one of Becky Moody’s upcoming gems returns to the fray

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

A Fell remains on form to land a cash prize, a lead-rein competitor lands a pleasant surprise for her anxious parents and a young rider reaps reward for dedication