After years of Irish domination, the 2026 Cheltenham Festival could be a turning point for British hopes. Jennifer Donald meets some of the leading contenders

The event rider – who scored his best five-star result yet at Burghley last year – talks about returning to the top level after losing his mojo, the “chalk and cheese” friend who taught him to breathe across country and making the most of life after losing close friends

There aren’t many trainers with a Cheltenham strike rate like this former hedge fund manager. Ma rtha Terry visits his yard to learn how the magic happens

A 16-year-old follows in his family footsteps and luck finally comes for a youngster and her part-bred Welsh pony

Anglo-Irish rivalry is a traditional feature of the Cheltenham Festival, but, recently, it’s been a one-sided battle in Ireland’s favour. This year, however, Jack Watkins suggests that British trainers could stage a fightback

The reigning national endurance champion tells Martha Terry about the full-circle moment of completing her second 160km ride, her sport’s unique camaraderie and what makes a horse a winner