So, you are looking to learn about horse racing right? Then look no further because we are going to discuss everything there is to know about The History of Horse Racing Whether following in a chariot on the horses’ back, people have been racing with these fine beasts for as long as humans were able […]
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The Grand National is considered by some racing fans to be the most prestigious race in the horse racing calendar. The race has seen horses become legends at Aintree, while some of the most memorable moments in horse racing stem from this race. Taking a look at the odds for the Grand National horse racing […]
Read MoreThe Cheltenham Festival is nearly here. The race will take place Tuesday, March 12 th and continue until Friday, March 15 th . All eyes will be on the Cheltenham Racecourse to see which horses emerge victorious. The Cheltenham Gold Cup headlines the festival and is the richest non-handicap race in Great Britain with the […]
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There are 60 race courses in the UK â from as northerly as Perth, Scotland; to as southerly as Newton Abbott, Devon. The oldest, Chester Racecourse, dates back to the early 16th century; while the newest, Chelmsford City, opened as recently as 2008. Not only one of the longest established spectator sports, horse racing is […]
Read MoreWhen Australian racehorse trainer Chris Munce bid $45,000 for Boomsara at the 2017 Magic Millions Gold Coast Yearling Sale, joined by a group of many first-time owners, despite being fully aware of the lineage of the horse he was buying, he might not have imagined quite how successful the young gelding might prove to be. […]
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“Nicky Henderson” by Carine06 (CC BY-SA 2.0) Nicky Henderson is regarded by many as the best horse racing trainer in the UK right now, and once again he has put together a fantastic team to take to the Cheltenham Festival. He has two shining stars in the yard that will go back to the festival […]
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Equine flu may be wreaking havoc in the UK by closing down all racing for a period of time in February, but with a month to go until arguably the greatest four days of racing action, the general consensus is that all will be well. 2001 was the last time the Cheltenham festival was canceled […]
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“Cheltenham Gold Cup” (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Carine06 Young Improvers or Seasoned Chasers? An Intriguing Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2019 Horse racing is one of those sports with an infinite capacity to surprise its fans. One of the trickiest puzzles for punters following the National Hunt game is figuring out who will win the blue riband event of […]
Read MoreAs soon as you hear phrases like âsports betting tipsâ, itâs likely that the first thing that comes to mind is horse racing. This is due to it being one of the best sports to bet on throughout history. While you might be nervous to get involved, thereâs every reason to try your hand at […]
Read MoreThe Cheltenham Festival has long been known as one of the top races in the United Kingdom. Yet, two of horse racingâs leading owners have called for other owners to not race at this yearâs Cheltenham Festival. The Cheltenham Festival cheltenham-betting-offers.co.uk and other top NJ horse betting events will get started this spring with a full calendar […]
Read MoreThe Arkle Trophy, on day one of the Cheltenham Festival, is always an event race fans look forward to each year as the leading novice chasers from the UK and Ireland face off over fences in ferocious two-mile contest. The Arkle Trophy is an exciting event and the William Hill Cheltenham offer makes it even better with […]
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“Frodon is trained by Paul Nicholls (left)” (CC BY-ND 2.0) by ballymorebugle Paul Nicholls is the joint-most-successful trainer in the relatively short history of the Ryanair Chase t the Cheltenham Festival.  Horse race bettors can read the matchbook review before getting great odds on Paul Nicholls’ horses at this year’s Cheltenham Festival. The Ditcheat handler has confirmed he will […]
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Have you ever wondered what happens to a racehorse after theyâve run that final furlong? Like, what is their routine? Well, wonder no more, because weâve broken down the average post-race routine for these high-performance animals. Racing is a high-intensity sport, and to keep racehorses healthy and in the game. It takes careful management and […]
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Every race is worth winning at the Cheltenham Festival, Great Britainâs premier jumps horse racing gala; but the Ryanair Chase is often the poor relation of other championship races. While its roll of honour includes heroic National Hunt horses like Cue Card, Un De Sceaux and Vautour, this 2m 5f steeplechase lacks the rich history […]
Read MoreFew sports benefit from the attention of as many genuine fans, who also happened to be devoted lovers of the sport on more levels than just money or statistics. These are the starring competitors in the sport of thoroughbred horse racing, one that has benefited from their subsequent analysis of potential future, or even possible […]
Read MoreSince its inception in 2009, the Mongol Derby instantly proved itself as the worldâs toughest, longest horse race. Despite the eventâs youthfulness, this equestrian endurance race might just be one of the most richly historied races on earth, considering the race attempts to recreate the horse messenger system Ghengis Khan developed in the year 1224. […]
Read MoreIn the sport of thoroughbred horse racing the magnificent, fleet-footed steeds rightly steal most of the limelight of the show, however, it remains a concerted two-man effort where the jockey plays a crucial part in crossing the line first. Here we take a look at the men that have dominated the sport, spending their lives […]
Read MoreEnable became the eighth horse to win the famed French horse race, the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, for a second time in October 2018. Now, with a third straight win at Longchamp in her sights, the horse will be kept in training throughout 2019 to race at Longchamp once more. Enable may not be […]
Read MoreThe integrity of horse racing will be challenged as the announcement that doping tests will be used at all major races in the United Kingdom. Horse racing officials hope to improve the integrity and honesty of the sport by adding the measure. According to the British Horse racing Authority, the policy, which began on September […]
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Tips on How to Bet On Horse Racing: Online Betting Guide Betting on horse racing online can be an exciting way to spend the money you have set aside for gambling. There are many horse racing tournaments around the world and a wide range of betting options, from the conservative show wagering for a small […]
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Horse racing enthusiasts, like Vegas Casino Games players, experience both successes and defeats. Despite the ups and downs of horse race betting, betting on a horse race is more popular than ever. Observers calculate that it generates a worldwide market that’s worth over a hundred billion dollars. Some bettors make an informed choice based on […]
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Horse racing is a popular form of entertainment across the world, particularly in Ireland, France, USA, Dubai, and of course, the UK. For the majority of people involved in the sport directly, it is a passion and lifestyle that they will never truly give up on and for fans and bettors, the act of finding […]
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Prestige in all sports is always a subjective opinion. Is it, for example, a greater achievement to win the Super Bowl or World Series? Are the achievements of Serena Williams greater than those of Usain Bolt? Itâs always difficult to answer, because there is no right answer. In the United Kingdom, a nation spoiled for […]
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Melbourne Cup History and Facts In the Beginning Horse racing is something that has been going on competitively for about as long as there has been recorded history. Some of the first professional horse races that were documented occurred as early as Greek and Roman times. Chariot races and similar events made quite a spectacle […]
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Horse racing is the one sport where the studs compete against the gals on an even field. This often  comes as news to many horse racing enthusiasts who assumed that the traditional separation of the sexes will carry over to the race track. But as one horse racing fan noted, “The race track separates the […]
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On the 9th June, top American three year old colt, Justify will face his toughest test yet in the mile and half 2018 Belmont Stakes. If he wins he will be a Triple Crown Champion. The last TC champion being American Pharoah in 2015 was also trained in Santa Anita by the legendary Bob Baffert. […]
Read MorePowered by With some of the yearâs biggest horse racing festivals now behind us Iâm sure you, like us, spend a lot of time looking to place a bet on horse racing with Paddy Power and are left in awe by some of their interesting and sometimes funny names. Officially, In order for a horse to be […]
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We are now just a week away from the 2018 Kentucky Derby and a few clear favorites have emerged to seize glory at Churchill Downs. The Run for the Roses is the biggest race of the year and it never fails to draw a superstar field and provide a thrilling spectacle. The prize purse stands […]
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The top racehorses in the world are at Churchill Downs working in preparation for the Kentucky Derby. Audible, Noble Indy, Vino Rosso, and Magnum Moon, all trained by Todd Pletcher, arrived at Churchill on Monday and all galloped 11 furlongs on a wet track. Together the group has 14 wins in 18 starts, and only Vino […]
Read MoreThis is really nice unlike any of the promos we usually see in the run up the big racing event. To coincide with this yearâs Grand National, Bet Victor have created an animated Aintree racecourse containing all (yes, all) of the 1,900 runners of the last 50 years. So if like many people on National […]
Read MoreWith the Grand National fast approaching, official betting partner of the festival Betway released a new survey based on the responses of 5,000 customers trying to understand âHow punters pick their Grand National Horseâ. According to the survey, it seems that most of the people become quite sensitive when itâs the time to choose the […]
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There are many different types of pets but one of the most popular domesticated types of animals is the horse. People describe their “relationship” with a horse as “calming” and “peaceful.” Â Playing online casino games may offer fun-filled entertainment but only an animal as noble and faithful as a horse can engender the kind of […]
Read MoreThe 2018 running of the Grand National takes place on Saturday 14th April with many people looking ahead to the race and the best bets for the Grand National. Considering the race is ran over 4 miles 514 yards and the testing Aintree fences it provides a gruelling test for both horse and rider which is why […]
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What are the best horse racing apps for your Android device? The Cheltenham Festival is barely behind us, and the Grand National will be upon us before we know it. Thereâs no doubt about it, the UK racing season is well underway, and with the Dubai World Cup around the corner and the Kentucky Derby […]
Read MoreCheltenham Festival is in the book and has provided great entertainment as well as some surprise results in the big events. Native River took the major prize from the Festival, delivering a brilliant performance in the Cheltenham Gold Cup to beat out the favourite Might Bite. The duel between the two horses was the highlight […]
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