Owner-Breeder Criticizes Arc Boss’s Remarks, Stresses Owners’ Right to Choose Racing Destinations

In an interview with the Racing Post last week, Martin Cruddace criticized those in the racing industry who are pushing for greater transparency regarding racecourses’ media rights income. He labeled them as “economically illiterate” and expressed his reluctance to engage with individuals who are unwilling to consider different viewpoints. Cruddace’s comments highlight the ongoing debate surrounding media rights in racing […]

Olly Murphy Acknowledges Gordon Elliott’s Hidden Depths

“I didn’t change a lot from Gordon’s, very little in fact, and it’s done me proud so far,” said Murphy. “I still speak to him roughly once a week and he’d always ring me after I’ve had a good winner. The biggest thing I learned from Gordon was a winning mentality but there’s a lot more to Gordon Elliott than […]

“I’m extremely impressed with his physical condition – he appears to be a powerhouse of a horse this season”

They have come from Ireland, France, and Germany, from the point-to-point field and the Flat. The abundance of new names makes this season’s Paul Nicholls stable tour visit one of the most informative since the Kauto Star era. Proven experience combined with rich, raw potential should, with any luck, make a lethal combination as the season unfolds. In the stable […]

James Owen and My Gift To You deliver another flawless performance following recent controversy, leaving Hillsin trailing behind in first run.

The six-year-old was making his first start for new trainer Alan Jones, after previously racing for Chris Honour at Worcester in July. Currently, there is an ongoing investigation by the BHA, and the jockey who rode him that day, Dylan Kitts, is still suspended from riding. In his latest race, the horse named Hillsin finished last out of six finishers. […]

Explorers Way Maintains Brian Ellison’s Brilliant Start to 2024 with Impressive Flying Performance

Joint-owned by the trainer’s racing club, the five-year-old denied Femme Patronne by half a length. Explorers Way’s third Newcastle victory was Ellison’s seventh winner in the last fortnight and all but one of the trainer’s last eight runners have finished first or second. Ellison said: “He’s a quirky bugger but he’s loved by everyone at home and I think that […]