Over in the UK, the Cheltenham Festival is the first truly prestigious National Hunt meeting of the calendar year. It’s also one of those rare occasions where casual punters join the serious betting community to make it a busy week for the sportsbooks. Cheltenham is also hugely popular in Ireland, partly because the meeting will […]
Nothing beats the thrill of the Cheltenham festival and if you are planning to visit, there are plenty of things to do in the evenings. Read our guide on what to do nearby, this is a diverse list. With Cheltenham being one of the finest racecourses in the world, all horse racing fans will have […]
It doesn’t matter where you live – the Cheltenham festival is a must-watch if you’re a horse racing fan. The tiny town in the southwest of England is pretty sleepy for most of the year, but it certainly comes to life in mid-march when the top trainers, jockeys and owners arrive on the hallowed turf. […]
West Midlands trainer Dan Skelton has saddled four Cheltenham Festival winners in his career to date. All but one of those came in the same race, the County Hurdle. After learning his craft under Paul Nicholls, Skelton is hoping to build on past successes with what looks on paper to be his best-ever team of horses […]
The Cheltenham Festival is a month away and excitement is building for what is set to be a thrilling four days of top national hunt horse racing. Unfortunately it looks extremely unlikely that there will be no racegoers present, so the Cheltenham roar won’t be heard and the place will be very quiet, when it’s usually packed […]
On Wednesday, Rachel Blackmore recorded another major contender in her book of rides after Bob Olinger burst clear to take home the Grade Oner Lawlor at the Naas Novice Hurdle. The win saw Bob label himself as Ireland’s top contender for the March 17th Ballymore Novice Hurdle. Bob Olinger had recorded only one win over hurdles before Wednesday’s race. However, he […]
The National Hunt racing scene has always been popular throughout the UK and Ireland, although few events capture the imagination quite like the annual Cheltenham Festival, held at Prestbury Park in Gloucestershire. Boasting a rich history and consistently growing popularity, this event has generated increased worldwide fame over the last few decades. The 2020 Cheltenham […]
The 2020 Cheltenham Festival is almost upon us and punters from not just the UK, but all over the world, will be gearing up for the four-day event. The best national hunt horses from the UK & Ireland take each other on throughout the festival, with a total of 28 races, seven each day. Headlining […]
There isn’t anything more prestigious in the world of national hunt racing than the Cheltenham Gold Cup, and though we may still be over six months from the legendary race getting underway, that hasn’t stopped online sportsbooks from setting up their stall early. The Gold Cup is the last Grade One action of the best jumps […]
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 […]
How do contenders qualify for the Kentucky Derby
Often known as “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,” the Kentucky Derby stands as a pinnacle of achievement in the world of horse racing. Held annually on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, this iconic event captivates audiences worldwide. It serves as the first leg of the prestigious Triple […]
10 Major races at Del Mar this coming September
Del Mar Racetrack is unstoppable this summer season. As their first racing season is underway, many horse racing events have been scheduled on the racetrack. August alone holds many races that will satisfy a bettor and fan alike. However, many horse race fans and bettors are still looking for significant horse racing events for next […]
10 Surprising facts about The Test of the Champions
The Belmont Stakes, also known as the “The Test of the Champions,” is set to happen this coming June 10, 2023, at Belmont Park, Elmont, New York. The Test of the Champion is the final leg of the highly-coveted Triple Crown Series. Moreover, it is one of the most followed races competed by the fastest […]
