Young riders hope to enjoy a new rein

Equestrian stars of the future get to grips with a growing sport, reports Peng Yining.

Qiqimule was dwarfed by Ursus, a 2-meter-tall black gelding. The saddle was higher than the eye line of the 15-year-old, who stumbled a little when the horse nuzzled her face. The girl raised her hand to let the horse sniff at it and gently brush her slender fingers with its whiskers.