The 2021 Cheltenham Festival is just around the corner, and whilst we start thoroughly studying the form guides and scouring the internet for the best offers and odds, the top trainers from across the UK and Ireland will be doing everything within their powers to get the best horses from their yards in tip-top shape […]
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Image source Are you looking forward to betting on your favorite contender on the 146th Preakness Stakes? Even though it is still a few months away, bettors and horse racing enthusiasts are starting to look into the possibilities for this one big horse racing event this year. The Preakness Stakes is one of the Triple […]
Read MoreCheltenham will not be the only racecourse to watch out for, as the Festival Trial Day takes center stage. Just as well, Kempton Park will be on the programme for the day, albeit an evening start. With the main focus on the Trial Day, Kempton Park will be just another shade in the background as […]
Read MoreThe ball of excitement and entertainment that is the Cheltenham Festival is almost upon us now as Festival Trial Day marks the official start to the road to Cheltenham. With 2020 forced to cancel due to the surging of the coronavirus, all eyes will be on the 2021 event with even higher expectations and anticipation, […]
Read MoreThe soft tracks of Chepstow will welcome another round of racing on Wednesday 20th of January, with authorities still to confirm the bends and distances. The race day will be behind closed doors, but fans will be welcome to the stands upon passing through a testing station at the course. The weather forecast says to […]
Read MoreJust a few days before it is the new year, and the calendar is wrapping up for horse racing events, but not to say the action stops because it never really stops. The 2021 races begin as early as the day itself, as riders usher in the new year in the best way they know […]
Read MoreThe British horse racing season is far from over as the jump races part of the calendar heats up and continues to pick up speed. As the races come in thick and fast, the month of December will take us to many tracks and especially the soft-going track of Newcastle on the 10th of December. […]
Read MoreOne of the many reasons why horse racing fans love the sport is the sheer amount of effort, time, and expertise it takes to get a horse ready to compete on race day. What we see on the track is only the tip of the iceberg; before the horse gets to that level, they’ve had […]
Read MoreBetting on horse races can be one of the incredible things that any sports punter can do. It is not a must for you to be an experienced better to win your bet. Before you get to look at the horse racing bookmaker, you can consider the types of bets. Single- It is the standard […]
Read MoreWhile COVID19 has put a stop to many everyday activities, those who have horses still have to go to the stables every day to make sure that their animal is cared for. If you keep your horse at a communal stable with lots of different people using the facilities, you may be concerned about increasing […]
Read MoreIf 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Read MoreThis 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 […]
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, […]
Read MoreImage 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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, […]
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 MoreIn 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 […]
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 […]
Read MoreKeeping your horse warm and happy in the winter can take a lot of careful planning and preparation. But with some rugs and careful planning, you can keep them warm in the stable as well as when they are out on the field grazing. Here, we are providing you with tips and tricks on how […]
Read MoreWhen you are planning for horse racing, then most of jockey’s are looking for horses which have good strength and stamina. Without good strength and stamina, it will be difficult for most of the jockey’s to win the game. There are many horses which actually cost much higher than airplanes. In this article, you will […]
Read MoreWDAA will again be partnering with Total Horse Channel to orchestrate the entirety of the WDAA World Championship Show live streaming feed online so all WDAA enthusiasts can watch their friends and family compete from their computers for phones. Well, as you can imagine, it’s not cheap to have that as an option. So, we […]
Read MoreJockeys are the unsung heroes of horse racing. The men and women that sit in the saddle are directly involved with race preparations and the running of the events. Jockeys and horses work in conjunction although it is the horse that gets much of the fame from a big race win. Horse racing fans can […]
Read MoreAnimal lovers would love the idea of owning a horse. Like any other pet, a horse can be quite a friend and companion. However, all people want to do is ride the horse. No one has time to groom him. Given that a horse is typically a bigger pet as compared to other animals like […]
Read MoreHorse racing has a long history and can be traced back to chariot racing in Ancient Greece. The sport has moved on a long way since then and thousands of horse racing fans flock to racetracks around the world every week to follow the action. What is it about horse racing that draws so many […]
Read MoreThose who have watched equestrian sports or polo will agree that they are indeed risky sports. The excitement and danger of watching the fast and bumpy ride will send chills down your spine. But have you ever wondered why people love these sports so much? Is there a reason behind the addiction? The love of […]
Read MoreWhile most of us have not even heard about gene doping, it seems the BHA are so concerned they are prepared to give one million pounds to an international group that are monitoring the activity and planning countermeasures should the threat become a reality. It seems that horse racing is the most natural target because […]
Read MoreFencing your property is mandatory if you are keeping and caring for horses. The objective is to contain these animals and ensure that they have a restricted and adequately management movement around the property. Most people will use post and rail fence while others can opt for the wooden board fence. But other options such […]
Read MoreIt may sound silly, but one day soon you may watch horse races rumble down legendary city streets such as New York City’s Fifth Avenue or London’s Oxford Street. Yes, that is correct, street race courses could be the future of horse racing. There are a number of big horses set for the spring and […]
Read MoreHorse 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 […]
Read MoreWithout a doubt, buying a horse is a great responsibility. Not only does it require money, but also time and dedication in the long term. Therefore, at the time of selecting it, it is essential to repair at several points to make the best decision. But what is important to keep in mind when choosing […]
Read More“O’Brien contingent walking the course” (CC BY 2.0) by monkeywing There was no joy for Europe at the recent Ryder Cup in Minneapolis as the United States surged to victory on the golf course. Crossing the Atlantic for next month’s Breeders’ Cup at Santa Anita, some of Europe’s leading trainers will attempt to put right their golfer’s wrongs. […]
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