Owning your very own racehorse sounds like a cool idea to many, and maybe a dream for some. But isn’t racehorse ownership only reserved for the wealthy and elite of society? Maybe owning a racehorse that’s currently already a champion might be out of reach for most people, but there are ways to own a […]
In an unusual and not often seen move, horse racing in Britain was suspended last week amid fears of an outbreak of equine flu. On the 7th of February, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) made the decision to suspend races until further notice. In all 23 meetings did not go ahead and this was in […]
Australia is a rich and fertile ground for world-class sprinters. Victories in some of the premier sprint races in the world, including 4 memorable wins in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot (Choisir, Starspangledbanner, Black Caviar and Merchant Navy) shows Australia’s sprinting prowess at the top level. Australia’s reputation as a producer of elite […]
Gambling has been a topic of contention in Australia for decades. The country is no stranger to the practice. Reportedly, some 80% of the general public gambles in one way or another. With the rest of the World loosening its regulations on gambling, Australia is increasingly pressured to get on with the times. The country […]
Horse racing – and horse betting for that matter – has been around for thousands of years. It’s a tradition that’s stood the test of time across countries, across cultures. Today, the sport is bigger than it’s ever been, with over five hundred races a day in the US alone. It’s more accessible, it’s more […]
Australians love horse racing. It’s one of the most popular activities in Australia after football and rugby, and with good reason. In Australia, you can find more than 300 race locations; this is one of the countries with the most horse racing in the world. Australia also comes in third as the top prize money […]
One of the most popular forms of horse racing is Thoroughbred racing but there are other breeds involved in the sport that often get disregarded or ignored. From a betting perspective, having knowledge of other breeds can be beneficial in understanding the characteristics of each type of horse, and how that may give one horse an […]
If you’re intrigued with the romance between horseracing jockeys Katelyn Mallyon and James Macdonald, there’s a chance you might be interested in getting into the wedding business. While they are deeply in love, both Katelyn and James are also top class Group One race riders. Katelyn rode Silent Sedition to a narrow victory in the […]
Horses have helped shape human civilization since they were domesticated 6,000 years ago. They have been a part of many different aspects of everyday human life, especially in the agriculture, transportation, warfare and sporting industries. Before the widespread use of machines, horses were integral to daily life around the world. Although horses are less commonly […]
The Grand National may still be many weeks away, but it is never too early to start analysing the potential winners of the most prestigious steeplechase race in the history of horse racing. This year’s Grand National will be held on Saturday 6thApril and is the most valuable jump race throughout Europe, with a prize […]
In December Paul and Claire Rooney, who are high-profile trainers in the UK, informed their trainers by letter that they were not to enter any of their horses into races at Cheltenham this year. The pair had felt that there was an increased injury risk to horses using the track and with animal welfare at […]
Thoroughbred Village (TBVillage) is proud to announce that we are now offering access to one of Australia’s emerging betting and gaming companies, TopBetta. TopBetta is a fun Aussie bookie, licensed in N.T., with some really interesting betting options to separate themselves from the pack of global corporates. After launching in 2013, Topbetta has built up a […]
Horses have always played an important role in humanity’s life – that until they were replaced in most utilitarian areas by the machines filling the air with toxic fumes and carbon compounds. Today, in turn, a horse has become a symbol of welfare, speed, and performance, not to mention a contributor to mental health through […]
Runners with a Point to Prove It’s now just over a month to the Cheltenham Festival (12-15 March). Britain’s national hunt racing showcase has its usual melange of superstars in imperious form and others leaving trainers scratching their heads. While it makes sense to back the likes of Altior (4/9, Champion Chase) or Buveur D’Air (7/4, […]
Horse racing is one of the most enjoyable and popular sports that is followed across the world. If you want to make the most of the next horse racing viewing experience, you need to make sure you are set up for having the most complete and enjoyable experience you can. Watching the horse racing is […]
Horse racing is quite popular in the UK, Ireland, and France. If you are a fan of it, you should already be knowing about the National Hunt events. Fret not, if you are not aware of those – we’ll give you the details about everything necessary you need to know. National Hunt racing involved horses […]
It seems a long time since Sizing John was dominating the racing press. The gelding has not been seen in action in well over a year – his last outing was the Christmas Chase at Leopardstown back in December 2017. Since then, he has been dogged by injury and there were the inevitable whispers that […]
Did you know that Australia’s thoroughbred horse racing industry is #3 on the entire planet? Isn’t that amazing? The most important race in Australia is the Melbourne Cup. It has captivated Australians and has them under its thrall. As a matter of fact, it’s considered to be the “race that stops a nation.” Another popular pastime […]
Learning how to be successful at betting takes practice and skill. Given the fact that you can stand to lose a lot of money while engaging in this activity, it is always worthwhile to have a good handle on what it is you are doing when you are gambling with your hard-earned money! No one […]
When you hear about Cheltenham Racecourse, the first thing that comes to mind is Cheltenham Festival, which occurs towards the start of March every year. There are some horse racing fans who forget the November Meeting, but it’s often an indication of how good the next Cheltenham Festival will be, as it sets the bar […]
In the UK and Ireland, the jumps season is now in full swing and most trainers have at least got one race out of the big names in their stables. That includes some Grand National hopefuls. To be frank, anyone making assumptions about the Grand National this far in advance (the race is on the […]
An early look at the 2019 Aintree Grand National
The Grand National may still be many weeks away, but it is never too early to start analysing the potential winners of the most prestigious steeplechase race in the history of horse racing. This year’s Grand National will be held on Saturday 6thApril and is the most valuable jump race throughout Europe, with a prize […]
Rooney U-Turn on Cheltenham Festival Handicaps
In December Paul and Claire Rooney, who are high-profile trainers in the UK, informed their trainers by letter that they were not to enter any of their horses into races at Cheltenham this year. The pair had felt that there was an increased injury risk to horses using the track and with animal welfare at […]
Successful Horses the US May Have Never Heard About
Horses have always played an important role in humanity’s life – that until they were replaced in most utilitarian areas by the machines filling the air with toxic fumes and carbon compounds. Today, in turn, a horse has become a symbol of welfare, speed, and performance, not to mention a contributor to mental health through […]
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