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Trivass travels at the World Turf Racing Championships in Hong Kong

Part racing article part travelogue again today as I attempt to put in to words the noises, colours and smells from the World Turf Racing Championships from …

Henderson confirms My Tent Or Yours’ retirement

Nicky Henderson has confirmed that My Tent Or Yours has been retired with immediate effect. The JP McManus-owned 11-year-old enjoyed a distinguished career as …

Henderson rules out Kempton run for Altior

Trainer Nicky Henderson has all but ruled Altior out of running in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day. Altior claimed an impressive victory in …

Big Mac is back in The Racing Paper – out Saturday!

On sale every Saturday! Be sure to pick your your copy of The Racing Paper for all the racecards and betting previews for the weekend’s sport. Here is a …

Tiger Roll on course for repeat Grand National bid

Trainer Gordon Elliott opened the doors to his stables in Cullentra, County Meath, Ireland, to talk about his hopes for the 2019 Grand National.   On show was …

Blackmore dreaming of Cheltenham win

Rachael Blackmore says she would “love” to pick up a winner at the 2019 Cheltenham Festival. Tipperary jockey Blackmore has enjoyed a stellar season after …

O’Connell looking forward to Sandown

Colm O’Connell says he is excited to see Un De Sceaux in Saturday’s Betfair Tingle Creek at Sandown. Un De Sceaux was last seen at Punchestown in April …

Why horse racing isn’t cruel

Over 600 million watch the Grand National each year and it’s one of the most popular horse racing events in the calendar. For punters, events like this, …

Summerville Boy looking sharp – George

Trainer Tom George insists Summerville Boy is looking sharp ahead of Saturday’s BetVictor Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle. The six-year-old makes his …

King optimistic ahead of Ladbrokes Trophy

Trainer Alan King is hoping Dingo Dollar can spring a surprise in the Ladbrokes Trophy at Newbury on Saturday. The six-year-old is one of 14 runners declared …

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