BICTON ARENA (2) 22–26 October

A former equine wild child comes good with a breathtaking Champions Stakes success and two rank outsiders spring huge surprises

PAU 23–26 October

Rachael Blackmore inspired a new generation by smashing glass ceilings in a male-dominated, physically punishing sport. So where are jump racing’s next female superstars? Jennifer Donald explores

A confidence boosting jaunt for a stallion results in success and Emily Morris continues a remarkable winning streak

THINGS ARE very quiet here at the moment. It’s weird - I am used to a life overfull of things to do. For the first time in 20 years I have no building project on the go, and general maintenance, fenci