Cheltenham Festival

Irish Oaks Festival 2025: Irish Oaks analysis and preview

The fourth Irish Classic race of the season gets underway this weekend, as The Curragh hosts another one of its premier festivals – the Irish Oaks weekend.  …

Irish Oaks Festival 2025: Dates, how to watch on TV, trainers and jockeys to watch

Classic racing action returns to the Curragh this weekend, as the Irish Oaks weekend gets underway.  Sixteen races – including five Group races – are …

SUN-DOWNER IS FESTIVE ENDING

Xander Brett enjoys a lively warm-down at Prestbury Park curtain closer I’ve crossed Cleeve Hill’s crest countless times, bridging its brim to find the …

SAFFIE: TO THE SADDLE BORNE

Nick Townsend gets a dad’s view of rising star Saffie from Jamie Osborne In a world in which ‘nepo babies’ who are never likely to possess the qualities …

Impact of British Horse Racing on Local Economies

British horse racing is a significant economic driver that bolsters local economies across the United Kingdom. From rural communities to the top cities, the …

Rachael Blackmore: Retirement crept into my head at Cheltenham

Rachael Blackmore first had thoughts of retiring at the Cheltenham Festival in March. The trailblazing jockey, a Grand National, Cheltenham Gold Cup and …

What to know ahead of the Irish Derby Festival 2025

Horse racing fans have already had their fair share of action so far in 2025, with the electrifying Cheltenham Festival in March and the dramatic Grand …

Boodles May Festival 2025: Chester Cup analysis and preview

By Callum Close Britain’s oldest racecourse will host its seasonal opener this week as the three-day Boodles May Festival gets underway at Chester.  Racing …

Punchestown Festival 2025: Gold Cup analysis and preview

A Festival like no other in Irish jump racing is here, as the 2025 Punchestown Festival comes under starters orders on Tuesday.  Britain and Ireland’s …

Dan Skelton lands Cheltenham feature to boost title bid

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