Aintree Winter Classic II, Merseyside JAMES SMITH remains ...

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

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

From illness comebacks to shared rides and patiently produced horses, championship tickets were secured across three venues

An owner/trainer/ rider returned to Revesby Park in style as a new trainer debuted successfully and a jockey starred across two meetings

A Sandown winner proves “absolutely massive” for connections and two mighty mares go head-to-head in Ireland