The Global Equestrian Federation (GEF) has launched a bold new initiative to combat the sweltering conditions affecting riders, horses, and anyone foolish enough to wear white breeches in August: it’s called “Beat the Heat”, and it’s exactly what you think it is—well-meaning advice instead of rescheduling shows.

France has done the unthinkable—again. No, not another pension protest, but something far more controversial in certain circles: the French Equestrian Federation (FFE) has officially allowed bitless bridles up to Grand Prix at national level.

In what can only be described as the lowest high-performance moment in equestrian sport since rollkur met Instagram, the Global Equestrian Federation (GEF) has issued an emergency rule banning the use of fake foam in horses’ mouths.

Elite show jumping is facing an inflation crisis, with riders concerned that the once-prestigious CSI5* events have lost their...

In an era where influencers have turned everything from overpriced water to mood-altering crystals into bestsellers, it was only a matter...

It’s competition day. You’ve spent hours—no, days—getting everything perfect. Your horse is gleaming like a polished diamond, mane...

Transcribed by Tilly Stirrup, who only joined to see the drama and stayed for the prosecco hacks Somewhere between school pickup and...

Dear horse lovers, if you thought the debate about the correct noseband tightness was already the pinnacle of equine discourse, you...

By Bridget “Bridie” McKenna, still waiting to be invited to the cool people’s lorry for wine Oh yes, horse sport is all about...

By The Carrot Post's Department of Digital Diplomacy (and a very tired intern) In a move that has left both trolls and traditionalists...

“We Actually Love Our Horses, You Weirdos”: Riders Clap Back at the Cancel Crew

The Rise of the Keyboard Cavalry: How Haters Are Galloping All Over Equestrian Sport

By Sir Reginald of Haynetown, full-time event horse, part-time philosopher Look, I didn’t ask to be an eventer. I was perfectly happy...

In a groundbreaking shift for equestrian sports, a new movement has galloped onto the scene: Extreme Natural Horsemanship, where horses make every decision—and riders just try to keep up.

In an unprecedented legal move shaking the foundations of the equestrian world, a 10-year-old Hanoverian gelding, known publicly as Sir Whinny, has officially filed a lawsuit against his owner for unauthorized use of his likeness in a series of "embarrassingly staged and deeply cringe" Instagram posts.

Gone are the days when riders learned from actual  trainers with qualifications, experience, and a physical presence. Thanks to the magic...

In the world of showjumping, one unsung hero finally steps into the spotlight: the bit designer. From the humble snaffle to the...

Compiled by Tilly Stirrup, who is in none of them, and absolutely fine about it It was only a matter of time before someone spilled the...

Location:  Badminton House — because nothing says “equestrian democracy” like competing on a Duke’s lawn. Weather:  Outrageously sunny....

By Tilly Stirrup, our resident horse drama enthusiast. There are many things that define a livery yard: the creaking fences, the whiff of...