The coronavirus pandemic wreaked havoc on the sporting calendar this year, however, luckily, the Flat season has gone ahead, relatively untouched – aside from meetings being held behind closed doors, of course. We’ve been treated to our favourite race days, including Royal Ascot, Glorious Goodwood, and the Epsom Derby. Whilst, we still have the Prix […]
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Last Saturday marked the 244th running of the World’s oldest Classic, the St Leger Stakes. And, whilst the historic race was supposed to go ahead in front of a restricted crowd at Doncaster Racecourse, this was later changed, due to the ever-changing circumstances that surround the coronavirus pandemic. However, albeit behind closed doors, the race […]
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If you genuinely love what you do then you’ll be successful at it and the money will follow,” advises BG Capital Group Founder and Chairman, Bobby Genovese, as his secret to good business. “I wrap so much of my personal life into my working life that they are actually one and the same,” explains the serial […]
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Meghan Green has joined the management team of BG Equestrian Vero Beach as its new Head Trainer. She will oversee the 36-acre equestrian compound’s riding and training programs. BG Equestrian Vero Beach is part of BG Signature, which was created in 2013 by BG Capital Group Chairman Bobby Genovese to represent his portfolio of private luxury […]
Read MoreTo be a part of a Group 1 race, the jockeys, and their horses must be the best-of-the-best. Group 1 race entitles a flat race, but one where both the fame and payout is the highest. It is likely when you hear of a group 1 race, you think of the King’s Stand Stakes hosted […]
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Horse racing fans will have to wait until October 4 to see the hotly anticipated clash between Love and Enable in the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at ParisLongchamp. The Group 1 race over a mile-and-a-half is more than simply the richest prize in European thoroughbred racing this year. Besides being France’s most famous […]
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US Horse Racing set for super September There are two top races in early September that start a great month of US Horse Racing. September has a lot of top action at racetracks in and we focus on the main owns. With COVID19 changing schedules of events, the Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby will now […]
Read MoreWhen Americans think of horse racing, they think of the Kentucky Derby. Dubbed “the most exciting two minutes in sports”, it hasn’t earned its right to be the nation’s most prestigious race overnight. In fact, having first taken place in 1875, it has been cultivating its legacy for almost 150 years. The Derby earns almost […]
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Image Source We all know that the Belmont Stakes is one of horse racing’s most significant events. For the first time in history, it will open the 2020 Triple Crown season on June 20 at Belmont Park, New York. However, there will be no spectators to witness the race live. The news saddens many racing […]
Read MoreThe outbreak of coronavirus has had a devastating impact on professional sport. There are many aspects to sport and fans enjoyment of sporting events which have been affected. Gambling is one of them and this has always been closely related to the horse racing industry. How are horse racing bookies faring during the corona crisis? […]
Read MoreThe coronavirus pandemic has inevitably had a serious impact on horse racing but there have been some more encouraging signs in recent days. French racing returned, albeit behind closed doors, on Monday 11th May. Provisional plans have also been drawn up for racing to resume in Britain at the start of June. Here is a […]
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This year’s Grand National was canceled due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, for the first time since World War II. Instead of the traditional horse race, the UK’s Channel 4 broadcast a virtual horse race created by Inspired Entertainment, a company providing betting companies around the world with various virtual sports events. People […]
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Following the success of the Virtual Grand National, held due to Aintree’s iconic race being canceled as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, the US followed suit with a computerized version of the historic Kentucky Derby at the weekend, with virtual Secretariat coming out on top. Horse racing fans across the States – and around […]
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Well-conformed withers might not necessarily be a performance factor, but their shape and position may affect whether or not a horse gives a comfortable ride. Ideally, they should be well defined, but without being exaggeratedly high. Another desirable attribute is, withers that are well laid back, which means they extend behind the elbow. This allows […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to horse race betting, a large number of punters fail to understand the importance of going with only the right online bookmaker. However, if looked at closely, this choice can be the game changer in an individual’s overall betting experience. Hence, it is very important to carry out ample research and ensure […]
Read MoreWagering on horse races is a sport enjoyed by bettors around the world. It’s one of the most popular sports at both high street bookmakers and online sportsbooks. Although horse racing is unpredictable, there are a few tips you can use when betting. Below are the top tips to follow, according to the BetNJ website, […]
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(Source: Shutterstock – 286553204) Ahead of the 2020 Cheltenham Gold Cup, Al Boum Photo was the firm favourite, but it’s fair to say that few truly thought he would make it two successive victories in the Cheltenham showpiece. After all, no horse had won the Gold Cup two years running since Best Mate in 2003 […]
Read MoreThe progress made by technology is unstoppable and trying to resist innovation is futile. The betting shop has been for decades a British institution, with locals flocking to these venues to wager. Sports betting continues to attract many fans to these land-based bookmakers, but their online counterparts get the lion’s share. The overwhelming majority of […]
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Image Caption: Many of the world’s oldest racecourses are located in England Horse racing has stood the test of time and has been enjoyed for centuries. Various venues have been constructed throughout the years, many of which have a rich and exciting history. Keep reading to discover the oldest racecourses in the world. Chester While […]
Read MoreA significant part of America’s culture, the Kentucky Derby is one of the most prominent horse racing events in the United States, unlike other less traditional animal races… From its birth in 1875 and all the way to the somewhat controversial 2019 Kentucky Derby, the iconic event has provided the entertainment that every horse racing […]
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The Randox Health Grand National is arguably the meet that the nation gets most excited about. Hosted at Aintree on Saturday 4th April, the so-called “ultimate test of horse and rider” because of its large fences and four-mile plus distance, the Grand National churns out a staggering £1 million prize fund. Regardless of betting experience, […]
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Are you Covered? If you already have your horse protected by insurance or are thinking about insurance, there are several things to consider and questions you should ask to make sure you are buying the most comprehensive policy. In essence, all horse mortality and medical/surgical insurance policies are not the same. The basic policy provides […]
Read MoreYou may think the Brits have the monopoly on horse racing, what with prestigious meetings like the Grand National, the Epsom Derby, the Cheltenham Festival, and Royal Ascot to name but a few, but we actually have a long and rich history with the Sport of Kings here in the US. The first professionally-organized horse […]
Read MoreChampion Chase Three Way Battle Set to Light Up Cheltenham Festival Ask most punters to nominate the Cheltenham Festival race they are looking forward to the most and many people would say the Champion Chase. The feature on day two has been criticised in the past for having small fields, but regardless of the field […]
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We may only just be into the second week of February, but many of the sports community are already looking ahead to early March, specifically the legendary roar of the Cheltenham Festival. Held annually, this National Hunt calendar event is one that kick starts a spring and summer filled with both National Hunt and Flat […]
Read MoreGordon Elliott’s Tiger Roll has won back to back Grand National races but the 2020 edition of the race is in doubt for the two-time winner. Tiger Roll’s participation has been called into uncertainty for the legendary horse race after he was given top weight in the build-up to the Grand National. Can the two-time […]
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The buzz around the Cheltenham Festival (10th -13th March) seems to get earlier each year. Part of that is understandable, as the bookies attempt to outdo each other with promotions and marketing campaigns, but there is nevertheless a bit of head-scratching when trying to work out betting value months in advance. Still, with most of […]
Read MoreSaddle up esteemed guests and riders – The Saudi Cup has been unveiled to be the richest horse race in the world. People are traveling from far and wide to be a part of what is known to be the most lucrative international horse race of the year. What a way to kick off a […]
Read MoreThe turn of the New Year means one thing for racing fans, the Cheltenham countdown is officially underway! We’re less than two months away from the Greatest Show on Turf and already punters are placing their ante-post bets. The famous horse racing festival will run from March 10th to March 13th, 2020, and is expected […]
Read More In just over a month, Prestbury Park will open its doors for the world-famous Cheltenham Festival. On Tuesday 10th March, the iconic Cheltenham Roar will be heard from miles around as the four-day meeting kicks off with the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle. The pinnacle of the festival is, of course, the Gold Cup and in […]
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In the UK, the almost feverish build-up to the Cheltenham Festival (10th -13th March) tends to coincide with the end of the Christmas holidays. As the Christmas trees are chucked out and the decorations put away for another year, punters’ minds tend to turn to the ante-post markets in the search for clues to the […]
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Image Source The horse racing events continue to grow bigger this year as we head on to the 22nd century. Horse racing fans can look forward to a more festive horse racing showdowns. Apart from that, it will give another betting opportunity for all punters who want to earn big and continuously grow their bankrolls […]
Read MoreWith the New Year coming in fast, it means that the infamous Cheltenham Festival is a mere blink away. Tickets are selling, travel arrangements are being made, and bets are being placed. Cheltenham Race Course odds can help give you hints as to who is favoured for each event, but here is some more information […]
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