Nicole Brown on her trajectory from fangirling Mary King to commentating alongside Ian Stark – and how her curious nature has stood her in good stead

Rachael Blackmore inspired a new generation by smashing glass ceilings in a male-dominated, physically punishing sport. So where are jump racing’s next female superstars? Jennifer Donald explores

Attendance may be waning at race meetings, but the latest Cheltenham Racecourse CEO has solutions. Guy Lavender discusses Festival tweaks and the magic of horses with Kate Johnson

A former equine wild child comes good with a breathtaking Champions Stakes success and two rank outsiders spring huge surprises

She might call herself ‘a tiny orange lady’, but there’s no doubt Claudia Winkleman is TV’s golden girl. With her jet-black fringe, smudged eyeliner and signature wit, she’s been a staple on our scree

PAU 23–26 October