Few people knew Valegro and Uthopia as intimately as their groom Alan Davies. Here he recalls the joy, trust and extraordinary character of the two horses who became global icons — and lifelong friends

H&H’s editors highlight this season’s moments, events and horses to celebrate in their sports – plus a few shocks we really didn’t see coming

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They were masters of the arena who transformed the sport of dressage and forged a golden era for Britain. Aimi Clark celebrates Valegro and Uthopia, the champions who captured hearts and medals alike

A Christmas wish for a family team, a fairy-tale ending for a young rider and a “king of the yard” finally gets his centre-line moment

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