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Drug Testing in Racing: Meet the Racehorse That Tested Positive for Meth

Seeing news of a horse failing a post-race drugs test is nothing particularly extraordinary by itself. Whether it be the result of an unfortunate accident or an attempt at cheating, …

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Horse Racing

What Happened to the Queen’s Racehorses?

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II sparked not only a period of mourning but also a period of uncertainty. The last time a monarch had died on the throne was …

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Horse Racing

Too Hot to Race: How Does Excessive Heat Affect Horse Racing?

High temperatures and sport are two things that generally do not mix very well. Concerns surrounding the scorching summer temperatures in Qatar led to the 2022 World Cup being pushed …

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Horse Racing

Paddy Power Removes Best Odds Guaranteed From Some Race Meetings

In August 2022, Paddy Power caused something of a stir by updating their terms and conditions surrounding the ‘best odds guaranteed’ promotion. For many years, Paddy Power, like many other …

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Horse Racing

What Is Best Turned Out in Horse Racing & Can You Bet on It?

  New fans tuning in to the latest racing on TV are likely to hear a whole host of language and jargon with which they may not be familiar. Much …

Non finisher
Horse Racing

Non-Finishers in Horse Racing: What Do Fell, Pulled Up, Refused & Brought Down Mean?

There are many features that make the sport of horse racing so uniquely exciting, from the huge festivals like Cheltenham and Royal Ascot to the charismatic jockeys and superstar horses. …

Jockeys and horses
Horse Racing

Who Are the Best Amateur Jockeys of All Time?

Amongst the ranks of jockeys, it is understandably the professional riders who most frequently hog the headlines. For it is those men and women who dedicate their careers to a …

Chester Racecourse track
Horse Racing

What Are the Oldest Racecourses Still in Use Today?

Horse racing is one of the oldest sports that is still popular today in the UK (and beyond). The first association football (soccer) clubs have their roots in the mid-19th …

Jockey injury
Horse Racing

Riding Dangerously: How Often Are Jockeys Injured or Killed While Racing?

Being a jockey is not a profession for the faint-hearted. Imagine sitting on top of a 160cm tall horse travelling at 40 mph or more, with only a saddle, a …

A flooded Worcester Racecourse
Horse Racing

Does Horse Racing Get Cancelled in the Rain?

Not all sports can withstand a spot of bad weather. Even a slight bit of drizzle can bring a halt to a game of cricket or an outdoor tennis match. …

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