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

HIGHLIGHTS 15–19 October

A lead-rein combination stands supreme against the odds, a riding pony partnership enjoy a spectacular swansong and family teams come up trumps

Winning streaks, clean rounds and reliable partnerships set the tone in a strong set of results from the Blue Chip qualifiers

A small pony proves mighty, a Texan is surprised by HOYS and an expectant mother gets out of hospital just in time

Nigel Hollings on the show pony showdown and impressive breeding