Willie Mullins Issues Warning to Rivals as He Nears First British Trainers’ Title, Saying “We Could Get a Liking for It!

No trainer based in Ireland has won the British jumps crown since Vincent O’Brien claimed his second championship in 1954. However, Mullins is poised to emulate that feat as he was almost £200,000 clear of second-placed Dan Skelton before racing started on Thursday. Mullins has surged clear of his opponents in the last two months courtesy of a string of […]

Harry Cobden’s nervousness about the jockeys’ championship eased after Taunton victory, but Sean Bowen remains determined to compete.

Cobden expressed his unease during a media conference, admitting to feeling nervous as the competition heated up. Despite having been in a comfortable leading position earlier, recent wins by Bowen had narrowed the gap. He acknowledged the need to step up his game and not become complacent. Bowen, a strong contender who had led the season before being sidelined by […]

Paul Nicholls perplexed at lack of opportunities for Bryony Frost despite her popularity among the public, surpassing some trainers.

Nicholls recently spoke at a media conference organized by Great British Racing, where he discussed Bryony Frost’s recent successes. Frost’s victory at Perth marked her fourth win in her last 12 rides. She had also won the Grade 3 Red Rum Handicap Chase at Aintree and the Mares’ Challenger Series Final Hurdle at Cheltenham this month. Nicholls acknowledged Frost’s riding […]

Sandown on Saturday: Willie Mullins chases first British trainers’ title with confirmed runners and riders.

The battle for the title summit in horse racing is heating up between Dan Skelton and Paul Nicholls as they strive to overtake Mullins. Mullins is determined to maintain his lead, launching an all-out assault on a card with a hefty prize fund of £675,000. The field includes Edwardstone, Editeur Du Gite, and Boothill, with notable absences such as Arkle […]

Young racing writers recognized on awards night as 11-year-old experiences Frankel’s rare second-place finish

The new initiative is sponsored by the Wilmington Trust, with prizes handed out at the National Horseracing Museum. The initiative is led by trustee Josie Reed, sister of leading jumps trainer Nicky Henderson. It is set to replace the Martin Wills Awards, discontinued in 2017 after 25 years. The scheme involves local schools, and the winners of the inaugural event […]

Alan Sweetman with Two Selections at Wexford on Thursday in Racing Post

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TDs call for Gambling Regulation Bill to be recommitted in fiery debate in Dail Eireann

The bill has been in the report stage since July 12. Final discussions were held prior to the legislation passing through the concluding stage in the Dáil before it passes through a similar process in the Seanad (upper house). One concern raised was about the potential impact on the fundraising abilities of local organizations, such as the North West Hospice […]