First appearing as an owner in the mid-2010s, John Dance had become one of the most recognisable faces in the sport by the end of the decade. The […]

On the final Saturday before Christmas, the big Grade 1 race comes from the beautiful Berkshire surrounds of Ascot racecourse with the 2024 edition of the Long Walk […]

As we approach 2025, it’s clear that global horse racing is in an interesting position. In some respects, it is healthier than ever, yet there are many challenges, […]

December is usually a little early in the season for Cheltenham dreams to die. Unfortunately, that appears to be the case for the Kim Bailey-trained Chianti Classico. Leaving […]

Invariably one of the quieter British racing days of the week, this Sunday sees just two cards on offer from Carlisle and Windsor. Nothing unusual there, but the […]

The main event on the final day of the Cheltenham Festival may be the most famous, but it isn’t the only Gold Cup to take place at the […]

Sunday morning sees the latest international showstopper take place at the Hong Kong track of Sha Tin, as runners travel from far and wide to tackle the four […]

Horse racing in 2024 has provided some spectacular moments. In the UK, Galopin Des Champs stole the show as the sensational French horse romped to back-to-back Cheltenham Gold […]

We know it looks like it, but horse racing is more than just watching horses run. It’s a pretty complex world that requires careful navigation before you place […]

Saturday saw the 2024 edition of one of the most revered staying handicaps of the season at Newbury. Since bursting onto the jumping scene in 1957, the Coral […]

The topic of diminishing field sizes will undoubtedly crop up this weekend, with only four runners declared for both the Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury and the Hatton’s […]

Twenty-three years have passed since a French trainer traversed the Channel to claim the festive highlight of the King George VI Chase at Kempton. Legendary handler Francois Doumen […]

Ireland is renowned for its horse racing events. Not only does the sport bring sophistication with its prestige competitions and impressive talent, but it also gives punters the […]

Racing fans are in for a double dose of top-quality action this weekend, with Grade 1 fare on Saturday and Sunday. The Betfair Chase from Haydock lights up […]

We may only be a little over a month into the 2024/25 National Hunt season, but ante-post plans are already well underway ahead of the 2025 edition of […]

Within the equestrian community, nosebands have long been a contentious issue. Even if they might be helpful for competitiveness and training, their use can pose ethical questions. Making […]

The jumps season is picking up and that means that the stars of National Hunt racing are starting to re-emerge after their summer breaks. This is an exciting […]

The weekend just gone was memorable on the jumping front, with quality action on both sides of the Irish Sea. Cheltenham’s November Meeting grabbed the headlines on British […]

Horse riding is more than a sport; it’s an experience that connects riders to nature, challenges their skills, and builds a unique bond with the animal. To elevate […]

It may only be mid-November, but with trees erected up and down the land and black Friday sales running every day of the week, the Festive season is […]

This weekend serves up a real treat for National Hunt fans, as Cheltenham Racecourse lays on a three-day feast of quality action. Kicking off on Friday and concluding […]

If you are a horse lover and are thinking about a possible way to make a career out of your passion, you might want to consider a career […]

Moving into November, we are officially into the dying embers of the 2024 flat campaign. However, a few highlights remain. On Saturday, Doncaster hosts one of the standout […]

Each racehorse breed has distinct physical characteristics, and a horse’s heart size has a significant impact on how well it performs. The heart of the fabled Thoroughbred Secretariat, […]

Horse racing in the United Kingdom is a sport with a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Since then, this form of competition has become firmly […]

The iconic Melbourne Cup is just two weeks away, and provides one young colt a chance to gallop into the history books on November 5th. Jan Brueghel can […]