Veteran racehorses are celebrated at Sandown and we reflect on some cracking highlights from the festive period

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

Which rising stars will break through the ranks this season? H&H holds the crystal ball

BSHA Rising Star finals

A 33/1 shot lands the December Gold Cup, a mother and son team up for a special victory and winners lay down Festival markers

Harry Charles and Casquo Blue begin 2026 with grand prix glory, just pipping Scott Brash and Hello Folie