Exceptionally athletic and a supreme trier, this sensitive character met his ideal match in Oliver Townend. Catherine Austen charts the career of one of the greatest partnerships in eventing history

A 10-horse trainer could have a live Gold Cup contender while racing fans keep Sir Gino in their thoughts

TAKING A MAJOR PUNT

Oliver Townend’s superstar ride Ballaghmor Class retires sound and fit aged 19 after a stellar career

An owner/trainer/ rider returned to Revesby Park in style as a new trainer debuted successfully and a jockey starred across two meetings

As winter relinquishes its grip, Tessa Waugh enjoys a copybook meet, with convivial chat, springy turf and good sport – while the real hunting aficionados demonstrate their teleporting skills