It's so hard being drawn first to go in a jump-off, isn't it? Getting the balance right to go quickly enough to put the pressure on the others while leaving all the fences standing, no opportunity to watch anyone else go, having to take your own line and hope that none of the subsequent riders can turn quicker or take out a crucial stride and shave seconds off your time. Well, that may be true but today's winning riders proved that going first isn't always a barrier to success - with three classes in the Longines International Arena all being won from pole position!  

The first week of the All England September Tour is nearly complete, with tomorrow's action including the 1.40m Sussex Cup, The Hickstead Novice Championship, The Stoner Jewellers 1.20m Open Championship and The Hickstead 1.30m Open Championship bringing the opening week to a close. Then there'll be a break of two days before the competition gets underway again from Wednesday onwards! Just a reminder, you can watch the livestream via Hickstead.TV and ClipMyHorse.TV. or head down to watch in person - admission is free throughout. 

Scottish rider Nicole Lockhead Anderson added another Hickstead sash to her collection when claiming the honours in the TDA Telecoms Seven Year Old Star of the Future Final. Twenty-four combinations came forward for today’s feature class at the All England September Tour, with eight of those producing clears in the first round. Despite being drawn first to go in the jump-off, Nicole set such a quick time on board Emerald Irish Cruise that she ended up being 1.5sec quicker than runner-up Jessica Burke (Billy Etna).  

The first class of the day, the Hy Equestrian Hickstead 1.10m Amateur Championship, was also won by the first drawn rider in the jump-off. Vicky Lovegrove and the 10-year-old stallion Bonaparte Z set an unbeatable time of 39.37sec to see them take the title ahead of Melissa Garry and Billy Elsyng. Similarly, in the EQ Horseboxes 1.20m Amateur Championship, Rebecca Middleton and Last Thought produced the first double clear and held on to the lead throughout.

The last class of the day, however, was won by the last combination to go - with Georgia Darlington and Lisa's Dream taking the honours in the Spidge Photography 1.00m Open Championship - watch their round here. For our full report, including reactions from our winning riders, click below. 

Vicky Lovegrove and Bonaparte Z win the Hy Equestrian Hickstead 1.10m Amateur Championship

See how the TDA Telecoms Seven Year Old Star of the Future Final was won. 

The Sulby Hall Farm & Stud NEXGEN Finals will once again take place at the All England Jumping Course at Hickstead (22-23 September). Showcasing the finest young horses in the UK, the event features the finals of the NEXGEN Dressage, Eventing and Show Jumping series. Tickets are on sale now, with hospitality options available.  

World of Showjumping chat to Ireland's Conor Swail about his rapid rise up the showjumping rankings. 

Piggy March and Vanir Kamira have moved into the lead at Burghley, following an exciting day of cross-country action. 

Luxury equestrian brand Coldstream have released an exciting new range of co-ordinating horse and rider wear, the Marygold and Ednam collections respectively, that partner together perfectly. The Marygold Collection consists of exquisite satin saddle pads, performance fly veils and deluxe fleece bandages, whilst the new Ednam range features base layers engineered from recycled plastic bottles and advanced technical riding tights that are also available in Next Generation sizes.

We have teamed up with Wychanger Ltd to offer one lucky winner a pair of the Ariat Coniston H20 Boots, worth over £290! Flattering, comfortable and versatile - The Ariat Coniston H2O Boots look stunning with their flattering lace-up front, yet remain practical with a full-length back zip.

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