Showing highlights: Deserved champions pick up prizes and more *H&H Plus*

A 2019 RIHS winner, a mini superstar and a consistent open horse are among deserved champions

BSPS Area 6 working hunter show, Dallas Burton Polo Club, Warks, 18–19 July

After winning at the Royal International (RIHS) last year in her novice season, a scopey mare ensured she started her 2020 open campaign at the top of the tree. Imogen Rodger, 17, rode Bowland Undercover (Betty) to win both open 15hh and intermediate classes, before netting the section championship.

Imogen’s mother, Danielle, bought seven-year-old Betty – who is produced by Russell Ingram – two years ago from the Bowland stud unseen and has been “blown away” by the bay mare’s talent and natural boldness over fences.

Alex Robinson

Freelance equestrian journalist

Born and raised in the Lake District, Alex has grown up on the showing scene. She has qualified and competed ponies at the Royal International, Horse of the Year Show and Olympia and has first-hand knowledge of the current issues in the showing world as well as the horses, ponies and riders who compete in the sport. Alex joined H&H in January 2018 as showing editor, cementing its place as the leading equestrian publication for both showing reports and current showing news in the UK. She moved on in October 2024 to pursue other opportunities, but continues to write for us on a freelance basis.