The second day of qualifiers features appearances from some of the UK’s finest handlers, including Aled, a two-time world champion from Wales. Cheered on by his daughter Mel, he’d love to claim the title for a third time but knows there are no guarantees in this sport. The current English champion Meg is also in the running with loyal dog Katie, but can they continue their success when up against the best in the world? For Finnish handler Anja, emotions are running high as she accepts this might be her last trial with ageing dog Koel.

As the qualifiers conclude, we meet some of the 42 semi-finalists who will now compete for one of just 16 places in the final. One of them is full-time Welsh farmer Gethin. Trialling is in his heritage, but can he and much-loved dog Max continue their success when the pressure intensifies?

We also meet Hungary’s first ever competitor Petra and her faithful dog Novel. A full-time vet and new face on the trialling scene, she arrived at the world trials with low expectations. Having surprised herself once, can she impress the judges for a second time to join the 16 lucky handlers who’ll make it through to the grand final? Show less