by HorseMinute.com | Jan 22, 2026 | Dressage
Maddy Vallender’s story is notable for her decision to leave a successful and comfortable riding career in Australia to train in Germany, focusing on foundational skills and long-term development rather than immediate competition success. Inspired by her connection...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 22, 2026 | Horse Breeding
Producer Sun Shuyun’s curiosity about the deeper meaning behind the Chinese zodiac animal signs, sparked during a 2018 Spring Festival family gathering, led her on a five-year global journey to explore the significance of the horse. Dissatisfied with the common,...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 22, 2026 | Horse Breeding
At the 55th annual Eclipse Awards held in Palm Beach, Sovereignty was honored as Horse of the Year and 3-year-old male champion, with trainer Bill Mott receiving the trainer of the year award for guiding Sovereignty to victories in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 22, 2026 | Horse Shows
Plans for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II in St James’s Park, London, have been updated to feature a standing statue of the Queen rather than the previously illustrated equestrian design. The main statue, created by sculptor Martin Jennings, will...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 22, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Trainer Linda Rice dominated the Aqueduct Racetrack card on Thursday, securing five wins from six starters and placing second with the other two runners. This performance extended her lead in the Aqueduct winter meet trainer standings to 20 wins, far ahead of her...
