What it takes to win gold

SATURDAY 13—FRIDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2025

Introducing the winners of our Amazing Women Awards 2025, in partnership with NHS Charities Together

The Dutch look untouchable, says H&H’s dressage editor Oscar Williams, as Britain rebuilds and Ireland’s young stars step into the spotlight

In our new series catching up with prominent riders from past eras, Maria David speaks to a woman who could not stop winning

EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Given that mastering the complexities of competing at five-star level can take many years, does it really matter what age you are when you reach this landmark? Ellie Hughes investigates