Hot topics on horse and rider safety were up for debate at the FEI’s 2026 eventing seminar

Thirty years after their introduction, Stephen Jones says tactical substitutes remain a blight on a sport that has become more dangerous and less exciting

Professor Moira Lafferty on helping riders be their best, holding up a flight at Heathrow and travelling the world

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A survey shows a lack of knowledge of the condition among riders, as steps are taken to help protect them

A riding helmet is a vital piece of safety equipment, but have you ever wondered about its history and development over centuries? Becky Murray finds out how equestrian head protection has evolved