Galloping into a glorious future

Shanghai pulling out all the stops to boost nation's equestrian ambitions

China's efforts to move up in the equestrian world are gaining pace, with Shanghai playing a pivotal role as the nation's horse hub.

The sixth edition of the Shanghai Longines Global Champions Tour over the weekend was testimony to the city's burgeoning love affair with all things equine as around 60 of the world's leading show jumpers and their mounts entertained well-heeled crowds in the ritzy Pudong district.