‘he’s a real character’

From fairy-tale farewells to fresh starts, this year’s finals delivered emotional wins and fierce competition

A first-season section C nets supreme honours, Shetlands impress for mini titles and a team heads to London with five tickets

Novice champions Sophie Douglas and Paquino V’ant Goovahof ...

Sammie-Jo Coffin celebrates, one accident-prone rider bounces back and a teacher has her pupils cheering

A “classic spicy” chestnut and a comeback mare, a fascinating part-bred and a coloured star of the future all make their mark

From debut wins to emotional salutes, this week delivers rising stars, loyal partnerships and eye-catching comebacks