Riders using their voice in the ring, brave returns after setbacks and careful step-ups shaped an encouraging start to the year

Jake Saywell tops an A-list grand prix field and a striking appaloosa hits flying form with her new rider

While some horses find galloping easy, for many it is something that needs to be taught. Ellie Hughes asks the experts how they do it

The international dressage rider tells Polly Bryan about her young superstar set to take over the mantle from Into The Blue, and why she’s never looked back since switching careers

On entering a room containing a piano, what pianist doesn’t turn white at the command, ‘You can play – let’s hear you!’ You thought you were visiting friends, not giving a performance, so of course yo

Winter preparation paid dividends with confident step-ups, big scores and emerging talent delivered across the levels