This man is a talented individual who consistently discovers valuable assets among the limited resources at Bobble Barn Farm. In addition to his agricultural pursuits, he also operates as a bloodstock agent, and has played a pivotal role in the development of numerous exceptional jumps horses. His exceptional ability to identify promising talent sets him apart from his peers. Although […]
My friend used to follow racing affairs closely and was up to date with the progress of the government’s long-delayed Gambling Regulation Bill. Despite drifting away from the sport, he still had knowledge of the bill. As my friend suggested, I wondered if a phone call to the minister would solve the problem.
With less than six weeks to go before the major event, avid fans of flat racing will likely start considering their picks for the Pertemps Final or the Ultima Handicap Chase. As the event draws near, the anticipation and excitement are expected to escalate. The hype surrounding certain horses will likely hit peak levels, potentially enticing fans to back unfamiliar […]
Experiencing the disappointment in someone else’s face when their anticipation of a happy event is dashed can be disheartening. This feeling is familiar to me after spending 40 years around horseracing, where such letdowns are common. I have learned to tolerate the sinking feeling that comes with failed expectations. Cybrandian, Maljimar, and What’s Up Boys are just a few examples […]
Mad Mike, trained by Philip Hobbs and Johnson White, finished ahead of the Rebecca Curtis-trained House Of Stories by a nose but was also found to have bumped his rival at the final hurdle. As a result, Mad Mike was demoted, giving Curtis her first win since October. Curtis expressed her delight at the victory, noting that her stable had […]
This week should be relatively smooth sailing, except for any potential damage caused by 90mph gusts to your local track. The Clarence House Chase, originally scheduled to take place at Ascot on Saturday, was cancelled along with the rest of the card. It is now set to be held this weekend at Cheltenham on Trials day. Interestingly, this marks the […]
The fields for the biggest races are already beginning to take shape. With this in mind, we asked a number of leading racing figures, from broadcasters to owners, as well as our own tipsters, to provide their best ante-post selections. The division is still waiting for a horse to really nail down their claim as a bombproof favourite. I can […]
The recent weather has disrupted the British fixture list, resulting in the cancellation of several Premier meetings. These developments have affected what was anticipated to be a significant shake-up in the racing calendar. The concept for Premier racing was initially centered on Flat racing rather than jump racing. It is rooted in the work of a group of influential figures […]
The eight-year-old horse had not secured a victory since winning over the same course and distance on New Year’s Eve in 2021. This ended a 22-race drought for the horse, who denied the 9-4 favorite, Sassy Redhead. The win also marked the first success for Epsom-based handler Pattinson since June. The horse had been drawn in unfavorable starting positions and […]
Noche Negra, a rare Spanish-bred over jumps, carries the same Terry Spraggett silks as his illustrious sibling. He is seen as more of a staying prospect than the 2021 Champion Chase runner-up. Dobb emphasized their strategy during the race, stating that he aimed to fill up Noche Negra before making a late lunge, as the horse doesn’t perform as well […]