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

Riders using their voice in the ring, brave returns after setbacks and careful step-ups shaped an encouraging start to the year

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

Just a fortnight after winning two grands prix in one day Scott Brash repeats the feat, and it’s a bonanza for the Breen team

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

An exciting mare steps up and one young rider continues her flying form despite snow hindering her preparation