H&H news editor Eleanor Jones recaps this year’s big stories, and assesses what lies ahead in 2026

Five-star event rider Andrew McConnon has been suspended for 20 months by the FEI Tribunal

Kim Bailey on the new-style hurdles and repercussions from the budget

The brilliant Gino F is back where he belongs after injury and a former pony European rider is “shocked” to claim her first championship

Jane Holderness-Roddam is honoured for her exceptional service throughout the sport, from Pony Club to the Olympics

We celebrate the achievements of some top horses who died in 2025