Up in the air

Martin Coakes on flying horses around the globe, “shuttle stallions” – and the day Black Caviar wore a compression suit

Laura Tomlinson on travel chaos and her European campaign

Graham Fletcher watches Nations Cup action and shares a favourite story

Sharon Thomas on the appeal of local shows, an ill-timed back flip, the joyful chaos of entertaining children – and smuggled dogs

Has Britain’s summer showjumping circuit lost its way? Becky Murray investigates what its loss from local shows would mean for the sport

Travelling overseas to race is an amazing way to experience a new part of the world. Whether you’re soaking up the atmosphere and spotting the sights during a city marathon or waving to villagers as y