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Paralympic medallist

Sophie Wells has become the first para rider to receive the Equestrian of the Year Trophy at Horse of the Year Show. “It’s huge for para dressage,” she said. The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) thanked head of handicapping

Phil Smith for his “loyal and distinguished service” as he announced he is to retire after 22 years in the role.

Brooke global ambassador Charlotte

Dujardin will visit Ethiopia to see the work of the equine charity first-hand, with dressage rider Alice Oppenheimer from 24-30 October.