His story is one of incredible success, heart-breaking loss, near-death injury and lost opportunity.

Read the amazing story of Britain's legendary Showjumper told here for the first time.

In a career spanning six decades, John Whitaker has been to six Olympic Games, four World Equestrian Games finals, three World Championships and has represented Great Britain on more than 200 Nations Cups.

For every equestrian and horse enthusiast this is a must-read book about a rider who's become the most admired horseman in the world.