From Friesians to former racehorses, natives to draughts, partnerships of every type showed what dedication and good training can achieve

A first-season pair is formidable in open and junior ranks, a mini partnership overcomes a setback and mares make their mark

HIGHLIGHTS 15–19 October

A lead-rein combination stands supreme against the odds, a riding pony partnership enjoy a spectacular swansong and family teams come up trumps

Djelo lights up Wetherby, Willie Mullins stuns in the USA and a hero lands his 10th Grade One

BICTON ARENA (2) 22–26 October