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KEEP FAITH IN TROY BID FOR THE TOP USA CROWN
City of Troy AIDAN O’Brien’s Derby winner City of Troy is up against it in the USA. He’s a hot […]
SHADOW IN THE LIMELIGHT
Ian Heitman follows the fortunes of next year’s leading Classic prospects Shadow Of Light Newmarket’s Autumn season at the Rowley […]
Richard Eagle’s Southern Horses to follow
Racing Ahead columnist Richard Eagle talks to some southern-based trainers and gets their horses to follow.
SLADE STEEL: More Cheltenham Festival glory beckons
Ben Morgan lists his top ten horses to follow into the new jumps season
ALL SET FOR FRESH START
Karl Hedley is on the spot for the new season action across Ireland The nights are drawing in now and […]
GONE WILDE
Rolf Johnson fears the effects of a thoroughbred market ‘bubble’ Who hasn’t heard, used even, Oscar Wilde’s dig, voiced by […]
STOCKING UP ON WINNERS
But French legend Sea Bird is an unrivalled Arc great, says Rolf Johnson I couldn’t remember the last time I […]
WELCOME to Racing Ahead
THE clocks are turned back, there’s a chill in the air and we’re wrapped up warm for the thrills of the National Hunt.
In this issue, we’re turning our focus on the forthcoming jumps action.
DIGGING OUT THE JUMPERS
The former Sky Racing frontman is all geared up for the change of codes – and clothing Now that another […]
ROBBIE IS NO FLASH IN PAN
Jeremy Grayson prowls the turf to put a spotlight on the grass-roots action Harry Bannister, second left, and trainer Richard […]
MORE AMO FOR RALPH
Dave Youngman shares the joy and gossip from the Newmarket gallops THE recent yearling sales at Tattersalls Park Paddocks went […]
GO COSMIC NEXT YEAR
Andy Ayres shares his pick of punting prospects from the autumn action Gardener and Kielan Woods, centre. Inset: Cosmic year, […]
NICO DE BOINVILLE: Racing must move with the times
Nick Townsend talks to Nico de Boinville about life in the saddle and riding top horses
Bens Friday & Saturday Tips
Friday The first day back at Cheltenham today has produced an interesting card which will no doubt give us some […]
Newbury Racecourse – Where to Eat Nearby
Gourmet Pasta Co. is the new independent restaurant specialising in fresh pasta, now open in Newbury, a 10 minute drive from Newbury […]
Bens Saturday Tips of The Day
It’s the final day of the flat season tomorrow at Ascot and I’m hoping to go out with a bang […]
Bens Friday and Saturday Tips
Friday A busy day across both codes today with the return of Chepstow catching a few punters’ attention. I’m not […]
Bens Saturday Tips of The Day
There is an end of season feel to tomorrow’s racing and I don’t anticipate going into battle that often. The 7f […]
Funding for Racing to School
Racing to School is delighted to welcome innovative fundraising racing club The Good Racing Co and childcare specialists Care Love […]
Bens Friday & Saturday Tips
Friday The soft ground at Newmarket today shouldn’t pose many problems for EPIC POET but it could inconvenience plenty of his […]
PRESS RELEASE: Star Sports acquire Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium in County Durham
Star Sports are proud to announce that Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium in Chester-le-Street will join the Star group of companies […]
LION ROARS TO TOP SPOT
John Anthony is right up with the pace as the speed horses kick on again It’s back to York’s Ebor […]
Don’t break the bank – every penny counts
PLACEPOT PETE Jan Brueghel, right, ridden by Sean Levey, winning the St Leger GOT a 1p coin or two in […]
Paddock Picks put me Ahead
I’ve just received my September issue of Racing Ahead having just subscribed again for another 12 months. Having looked through […]
Book me in
Does any Racing Ahead reader have a copy of the booklet William Hill Guide to Betting and Racing by Graham […]
Sea the best
Sea the Stars, ridden by Mick Kinane I really enjoyed the tribute article by Graham Buddry on Sea The Stars […]
Davy Russell Autobiography: Ups and downs of riding
Davy Russell’s autobiography is out now and the Cheltenham Gold Cup-winning rider is excited to tell his story.
JUST STAY IT AGAIN SAM!
Paul Jacobs relishes a grand October climax with final Flat season flourish October is probably my favourite month of the […]
PAGES OF SYN
Graham Buddry reviews Felix Francis’ latest turf-world thriller “As Autumn wends it’s weary way, Russet leaves with golden hue, Prepare […]