In this issue

Plucky King Edward rises to glory
Showjumping world champions triumph again.

Peak performance
Training vets to provide the best service in an emergency at an event..

Eventing comes together to discuss the sport's future

After the wet spring wreaked havoc, a meeting was called at Thoresby on the way forward

3 mins

New dressage rule means fewer riders in top classes

The FEI has increased the qualifying score for progression in four- and five-star international dressage competitions

2 mins

Gene-editing law paves way for tech to be used in animals

The legislation only applies to plants at present, but there is provision to explore how it could apply to animals

2 mins

Officials raise major concerns about the way they are treated

Calls have been made for the FEI to put in place clear sanctions and rules to protect officials

2 mins

Research looks at horses’ genes and stress response

The study may help to identify horses who need a different training style

1 min

Joined-up approach needed to improve animal welfare

MPs and animal charities are looking at how better to enforce welfare law

2 mins

Para classification is unfair'

Natasha Baker discusses the need to level up classifications in para dressage

2 mins

Sharon and Sarah Harrison

The STARS Championships are fast becoming a pinnacle of the grassroots showing calendar. Tricia Johnson speaks to the women at the show’s helm

6 mins

ITV Racing presenter

This week, Alice Plunkett is part of the BAFTA-winning ITV Racing team showcasing the Grand National to nearly 10 million viewers. She reveals a chaotic moment off air, juggling domesticity and the time she was lost for words.

3 mins

Peak performance

Vets provide a vital service at equine events, but it’s always possible to fine-tune emergency response. Professor Patrick Pollock FRCVS explains the benefit of tailored incident management training

6 mins

Mind the gap

The equestrian gender gap may be closing, but it still prevails in certain disciplines. Luz Wollocombe analyses the shifts, and where the sport gains and loses representation for both male and female riders

6 mins

'I said it won't be life changing, but it was

Ahead of Saturday's Randox Grand National at Aintree, Jennifer Donald finds out what it means to win the world's greatest steeplechase

7 mins

King Edward grows his greatness

Henrik von Eckermann continued world domination, while British riders put up a strong fight

5 mins

Dalera delights

Germany's outstanding duo retain their title, while a new combination finish second

3 mins

Harvey maintains his spring

A veteran gelding gives his rider an emotional victory, while other winners battle the odds to take home titles | British Riding Clubs SEIB Insurance Brokers Novice Winter Championships, Arena UK, Lincs

3 mins

Makeover magic

Whether you want to restore an old yard to its former glory or pull down derelict sheds and start from scratch, a stabling project needs a vision. Martha Terry discovers how to do it

4 mins

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The UK's leading weekly equestrian magazine
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