In 2025, Belgian dressage rider Justin Verboomen made a remarkable impact on the sport alongside his nine-year-old stallion Zonik Plus. The 38-year-old achieved multiple historic milestones, including dominating the CDI 4* in Lier, securing podium finishes in ’s-Hertogenbosch, becoming...
Verdades, the celebrated US dressage horse ridden by Laura Graves, has died at age 23. Known affectionately as "Diddy," Verdades was a sensitive but talented gelding who overcame early challenges, including a broken jaw, to reach the pinnacle of...
This article provides a detailed ranking of the top 10 filly prospects for the 2026 Kentucky Oaks, highlighting their pedigrees, trainers, and recent racing performances. Leading the list is Zany, trained by Todd Pletcher, who has impressed with dominant...
Mounted Games has increasingly established itself as a distinct and competitive discipline within the Italian equestrian federation, moving beyond its origins linked to recreational pony games. Recognized for requiring advanced technical skills, athletic preparation, and deep equestrian knowledge, Mounted...
Elaine and Rob Leason, a couple from Driffield who won a £1.4 million share of a National Lottery jackpot in 2005, have long been passionate about Christmas and charity. Since their win, they have been able to dedicate more...
Honey Dollar, an eight-year-old chestnut mare and former racehorse, has been rescued from an illegal slaughter operation in Sicily and is now thriving in her new home in Dunrossness, Shetland. She was part of "The Forgotten 10," a group...