A breakthrough for a horse bought on a whim, four-title dominance and a switched-discipline success story headline this week’s action

A landmark double, a dead-heat drama and new confidence between the boards shaped the week

They say growth begins at the edge of your comfort zone, but how can riders successfully move up the levels without overstretching themselves or their horses?

The ideal warm-up will be perfectly executed to produce success in the ring – but horses aren’t machines. Ellie Hughes finds out how to cope when the warm-up throws you a curveball

A holiday from competition helps the grand prix winner, while a new purchase for China makes his mark

This week provides a regional hat-trick, home bred breakthroughs and former eventers flying in new careers as they secure championship tickets