The first paragraph talks about a horse that had a strong performance at Ascot and another game effort at Exeter. It suggests that the horse may have more potential under its new yard. The second paragraph mentions two in-form all-weather stars, He’s An Angel and Upepo, who are going for their third wins on the all-weather this month. It also […]
The atmosphere at Sandown’s Grand Military Gold Cup meeting will be a far cry from the luxurious setting of Meydan. Here, mud-splattered jockeys will be riding, creating a stark contrast to the elegance of the Meydan racetrack. Meanwhile, three-time British Flat champion Oisin Murphy will be returning to the saddle to ride 1,000 Guineas heroine Mawj at Meydan. This marks […]
The Grade 1 race has been rescheduled from last Saturday’s lost Ascot card to Cheltenham’s high-profile Trials day fixture a week later. This mirrors the same situation from 12 months ago, when Editeur Du Gite won the race with odds of 14-1, overcoming Edwardstone and Energumene. Now Jonbon is the overwhelming favourite for the race after five horses were declared. […]
Monkfish, trained by Willie Mullins, achieved victory in the Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase at the 2021 Cheltenham Festival, marking his first win in nearly three years. Under Paul Townend, the race started slow and Monkfish initially struggled in the deep ground. However, as others faltered, Monkfish found his stride, finishing ahead of former Supreme Novices’ winner Summerville Boy, with younger […]
Allaho, a brilliant winner of the Ryanair Chase in 2021 and 2022, missed the race last year due to a rare abdominal condition. After 561 days off the track, he returned to win at Clonmel in November. Due to his condition, he will miss the upcoming Cheltenham Festival and will require a period of rest and recuperation. There is hope […]
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 […]