Rule changes should be checked with the individual equestrian sports bodies

The international eventing rules are undergoing a full revision this year with a range of suggestions on the table

It’s remarkable how fast the helmet flies. Fired from a drop rig, it travels at over 20kph and before I’ve had the chance to register what’s happening, it ricochets off an angled surface and disappear

There are calls for lighter sanctions if a horse has been marked in minor fashion, by accidental means

In June, the UCI (International Cycling Union) announced sweeping revisions to their technical regulations, aimed at combating technological fraud and enhancing rider safety through stricter equipment

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As thoughts begin to turn gradually towards the hunting season, spare a thought for your kit. Is it still in the state it was left in back in March? Never fear, Octavia Pollock has plenty of advice on how to get it in tip-top shape