In-form trainer Nicky Henderson described Lucky Place as “the most charming horse” after his grade two Relkeel Hurdle victory at […]
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Ben’s Boxing Day Tips
With an 11 month old at home I suspect I may struggle to see the television through the amount of wrapping paper likely to be in my living room on Boxing day however I have managed to put up what I hope will be a few Christmas crackers for you readers.
G-Men are on march: Nick Townsend talks to Oliver Greenall
Nick Townsend talks to Oliver Greenall about link-up with Josh Guerriero.
Jango goes sailing Baie: John Anthony on the race against the clock
ONE race stands out at the top of the speed figures this month – the novice chase at Cheltenham on December 13. Jango Baie, Springwell Bay and Caldwell Potter all clocked good times in filling the first three placings.
Hoping for Clar skies: Crunching the numbers ahead of Clarence House Chase
Andy Newton crunches the numbers ahead of the Clarence House Chase.
Rocking the Cots: Betting and trends ahead of the Cotswold Chase
Andy Newton reviews the betting and trends ahead of the Cotswold Chase.
Fibre’s first for fitness
FIbre-Beet from British Horse Feeds is the ideal support for horses suffering – or recovering – from gastric ulcers.
Command Pad: Ben Hastie talks to Paddy Brennan about his career in the saddle
Ben Hastie talks to jockey Paddy Brennan about his brilliant career in the saddle and what lies ahead.
Take high five: Do Deuce and Yutaka Take nick thriller in Tokyo
Helen Edwards was in Tokyo to see Do Deuce and Yutaka Take nick thriller.
Jump-back to future: Xander Brett reports on jumps return at Windsor
Xander Brett reports on jumps return at Windsor after almost two decades.
Lump on stormin’ Gorman: Graham Buddry looks back on two-mile ace
Graham Buddry looks back on two-mile ace with no fear of handicapper.
Parol heads up Ben’s ten
Ben Morgan casts a shrewd eye over his key punting hopes for the month.
Food for thought
We had a lovely call from the Kilbey family wanting to renew their gift subscription to Racing Ahead for their […]
Pot in a storm
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Billy’s line in the sand: All-Weather contenders brace for battle
Ian Heitman surveys the All-Weather scene as contenders brace for battle.
Prospects look grand for 2025
Paul Ferguson is excited about the outlook all round in the new year.
Noting El in family
Richard Eagle shines a spotlight on point-to-point success dynasties.
Betting dives sales rocket: Viewing the numbers
Rolf Johnson views the numbers and reckons ‘it just does not add up’.
A ‘check’ that bounced back: Raising a toast to racing
Robert Cooper raises a toast to happy days racing in the year ahead.
High Five could be in the offing
Jeremy Grayson has been out and about in the hunt for jumps progressives.
Hidden Ace can come up trumps
Andy Ayres casts an eye over the paddocks after last month’s track action.
Gavin’s joy at Mason return: Casting an eye over Ireland’s rising stars
Karl Hedley casts an eye over the rising stars across the water in Ireland.
Give me a shout to jolly ’em up
Simon Nott shares his betting ring tales at Cheltenham and Windsor.
Bens Friday & Sat Tips of The Day
Friday I was very sweet on the chances of HEROS DE ROMAY last time out and was disappointed he could […]
Ben’s Saturday Tips of the Day
Saturday I am surprised to see GUARD YOUR DREAMS at such a big price in the December Gold Cup on […]
Japan Cup Review – Do Deuce wins it by a neck
By Helen Edwards Do Deuce swept past the star-packed field in the home straight to win the Japan Cup by […]
Longines Hong Kong International Racing 2024 Review
As regular readers will know by now, when I review any international meeting it isn’t all about the action – […]
Galloping ahead: tickets now on sale for Qatar Goodwood Festival
Goodwood is delighted to announce that tickets for the Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar are now on sale […]
Japan Cup 2024 Review – A Day At The Races
By Sean Trivass Things are just not the same here and in a way, you have to experience it to […]
Hong Kong International Races Preview 2024
The last stop of my World racing tour for 2024 is in Hong Kong this week, starting at Happy Valley […]