As we approach the latest edition of the Cheltenham Festival, you may have noticed some horses feature among the bookies’ odds for multiple races across the four days […]
Marine Nationale Misses Champion Chase Defence
The build-up to the Cheltenham Festival rarely passes by without late drama. Such is the case in 2026. Hot on the heels of the announcement that Constitution Hill […]
What Happens After the Track: A Guide to Racehorse Retirement
The thunder of hooves eventually fades for every athlete. But for a thoroughbred, crossing that final finish line isn’t an ending. It’s actually the start of a completely […]
The Oldest Horse Races in the World That Still Take Place Today
The roots of horse racing date back to the Roman Empire in around 200AD. Moving forward, King Charles II’s love affair with Newmarket began in the 1600s and […]
Can Britain End Seven-Year Wait for Gold Cup Glory?
With just a fortnight to go before the runners go under starters’ orders in the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, the best of the British and Irish yards are making […]
A New Chapter for a National Hunt Icon
Constitution Hill, the spectacular 2023 Champion Hurdle victor, will not participate in this year’s festival on 10 March. Following a schooling session at Nicky Henderson’s stable on Wednesday, […]
Cracking Rhapsody Back for More in Kelso Feature Hurdle
As the countdown to the Cheltenham Festival continues, this weekend sees the Scottish Borders track of Kelso stage its biggest meeting of the season. Of Kelso’s three annual […]
Globe Trotting Giavellotto Targets Qatar Success
Saturday sees one of British racing’s finest international stars add a seventh nation to his global tour. Having already taken connections to the biggest tracks in Britain, Ireland, […]
Justify: The Most Expensive Racehorse in the World
Known as the Sport of Kings and a magnet for Middle Eastern royalty and the mega-rich, horse racing, at least at the top end of the sport, is […]
