BICTON ARENA (2) 22–26 October

From Friesians to former racehorses, natives to draughts, partnerships of every type showed what dedication and good training can achieve

In the latest of his occasional series on greatest huntsmen he knew personally, Alastair Jackson recounts the life of the popular Sidney Bailey, who hunted the VWH for four decades

The team chasing season concludes at the Cotswold with wins for non-thoroughbreds, while Team Fox Grant and Team Ride Away 4 also snatch victories

Djelo lights up Wetherby, Willie Mullins stuns in the USA and a hero lands his 10th Grade One

An online auction reminds T essa Waugh to make good on an old promise – and she’s rewarded with a stunning and enjoyable ride for all participants, including a bionic cob