Day one at the Aintree Grand National Meeting didn’t quite go according to plan for the Nicky Henderson operation. Only two runners made the trip from Seven Barrows to Merseyside, …
This week, Newmarket received the shocking news that one of the town’s apprentice jockeys has been charged with murder. Once a promising young rider with a potentially successful career in …
Wednesday afternoon marked the latest key date as the countdown continues to the 2025 Cheltenham Festival. Whilst we don’t quite know the final fields for the opening day, the picture …
Manchester is synonymous with many things, from the football powerhouses of United and City to the vibrant music scene that has thrown up Oasis and so many other great bands. …
In the world of horse racing, few figures have made such a mark as the legendary trainer, Jenny Pitman. Although primarily celebrated for being the first woman to train a …
Long known as the ‘sport of kings’, competitive horse racing has enjoyed something of a lofty status for much of its history. Although you will not find royalty at most …
A lot of work goes into training a racehorse. In order to ensure that a runner arrives at the racetrack at the peak of their physical powers, the well-being and …
When placing a bet on horse racing, most punters are happy to accept their fate. Most will be delighted if they win, disappointed if they lose, but such is life, …
With many sports, there is little question they would continue to exist without any gambling activity. If you take football, for instance, people genuinely enjoy playing the sport, watching the …
There is something a little special about witnessing live sporting events under the lights. Whether it’s a big Champions League fixture on a Tuesday evening or a T20 Friday Night …
