Top Irish trainer Willie Mullins is leaving no stone unturned in his bid to win the prestigious Melbourne Cup in Australia this year. Mullins has booked six-time Hong Kong champion jockey Zac Purton to ride Absurde, thus renewing a partnership that nearly came up trumps […]
The introduction of a summer jumping programme means that National Hunt betting is essentially available all year round but we are approaching what is traditionally the best time for National Hunt racing in the calendar year. While the Cheltenham Gold Cup and Grand National at […]
Kentucky and horse racing are often mentioned in the same breath. But why is that? Is it the tradition, the economy, or something else entirely? Historical Significance Kentucky has a long-standing relationship with horse racing. The roots of this connection can be traced back to […]
Over the last couple of years, we have been hearing a lot about the future of racing being digital. Various NFT racing projects have hit the headlines, although it is important to underline the fact that they remain incredibly niche. Yet, we are constantly told […]
Equestrian sports have a rich history and offer a fascinating glimpse into the deep-rooted relationship between humans and horses. While horse racing is perhaps the most well-known equestrian activity, the world of equestrian sports extends far beyond the racetrack. Introduction to Equestrian Sports Equestrian sports […]
NFTs, like cryptos, used to be a thing for tech enthusiasts. However, they’re everywhere now. There are NFT houses, cars, clothing and also horse racing. NFT horses only exist digitally, but you can breed and make real money with them. Better still, you can bet […]
Are you prepared to savour the thrill and speed of horse racing? The UK is a good place to start since horse racing there has a long history and is firmly engrained in the national identity. From the prestigious Royal Ascot to the thrilling Grand […]
Since 1776, there has been no sting attached to summer ending for UK horse racing enthusiasts as the St Leger Stakes arrives in mid-September to keep spirits high. First held two days after the autumn solstice 246 years ago, the St Leger Stakes’ place in […]
The eyes of the racing world are still firmly fixed on the flat season so it can pay to take an early look at the ante-post betting for the Cheltenham Gold Cup and Grand National. Competing in both races has been a rare occurrence over […]