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BHA Announce New Guidelines on Whip Usage

The British Horseracing Authority have released new guidelines over use of the whip during races, stewards will now be permitted to use their discretion on jockeys in breach rather than giving an automatic ban. The total amount of strikes allowed has not been changed but where the rules are broken ( 7 uses on flat and 8 uses on jumps )the stewards are to decide whether or not to hold an enquiry based on whether the circumstances allow them to disregard the

BHA Announce New Guidelines on Whip Usage

Horse Website - BHA Announce New Guidelines on Whip Usage - The British Horseracing Authority have released new guidelines over use of the whip during races, stewards will now be permitted to use their discretion on jockeys in breach rather than giving an automatic ban. The total amount of strikes allowed has not been changed but where the rules are broken ( 7 uses on flat and 8 uses on jumps )the stewards are to decide whether or not to hold an enquiry ba

Grand National Ante-Post Market News

Junior Has been named joint favorite for the national at 10-1 with Ladbrokes despite a narrow defeat in the Williamhill.com Grimthorpe Chase at Doncaster. Junior looked in good shape and was conceding almost 2 stone and ony lost narrowly to Ikorodu Road and has now gone to the head of the market alongside Prince De Beauchene. Trainer David Pipe who was at Newbury at the time of the race said of Juniors chances `It's all systems go now for Aintree.` Last

Whip Regulations to be Relaxed

New changes to controversial whip rules for jockeys and a revised penalty structure have been approved by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).

Whip Regulations to be Relaxed

Horse Website - Whip Regulations to be Relaxed - New changes to controversial whip rules for jockeys and a revised penalty structure have been approved by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).

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Giles Cross May Run The National

Trainer Victor Dartnall is tempted to run recent Haydock scorer Giles Cross in the John Smith's Grand National on April 14. After a great effort to finish runner-up in the Coral Welsh National back in December, Giles Cross came out on top at Haydock's Grand National Trial on his last start. As the National weights had already been published prior to that race, Giles Cross will be able to run off his original handicap mark, Dartnell Said `I was very pleas

JT McNamara Returns For The Cheltenham Festival

Leading Irish amateur jockey JT McNamara is due to return to action this weekend after recovering from a dislocated shoulder. McNamara, who suffered the injury at Stonehall point-to-point on February 10, is a go-to man in all the amateur events at the Cheltenham Festival, and is again in demand this season. "I think I'm riding Drawn N Drank for Enda Bolger in the four-miler (John Oaksey National Hunt Chase), if he gets in," said McNamara. "Enda

Exeter Racecourse Children`s Day

The closest most children get to meeting their jockey heroes is seeing them on the television, or hurtling past at break neck speed on a racecourse. But Exeter Racecourse's annual children's day, which is sponsored by Finlake Holiday Park, has become a first stop for racing fans and with the chance to meet them face to face and ask them about their lives, it has become renowned as one of the highlights of the Easter holidays.

Children get an ins

Newbury Racecourse: Greatwood Charity Raceday - Saturday 3rd March 2012

Don't miss out on your opportunity to join in a celebration of the horse with interactive displays and appearances from the world of equestrianism alongside seven thrilling jump races on Saturday 3rd March at Newbury Racecourse! The Racecourse have very kindly offered a FREE TICKETS offer for BEF Member Body Members – simply quote your membership number for any BEF organisation when you book over the phone to claim 2 FREE Premier Enclosure tickets*. Must b

Thanks giving service, Josh Gifford 1941 - 2012

A SERVICE to celebrate the life of Josh Gifford will take place at Chichester Cathedral on Thursday, March 1, starting at 2pm. Anticipating a large turnout, Gifford's son Nick on Monday finalised details with the authorities at the cathedral that offers seating for up to 700 people.

Everybody who would like to remember my father is welcome to come along to the service," he said.

Gifford, the four-time champion jump jockey and successf

Ruby Walsh`s joy at get out of jail free card as ban is deferred

Ruby Walsh will ride Zarkandar in Saturday's Betfair Hurdle after he was allowed to defer his suspension. Walsh had lost his appeal against a three-day ban, incurred for careless riding at Cheltenham on 28 January. He was found guilty of interference when partnering Pearl Swan to victory in the JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial. That meant he was set to miss the event at Newbury this Saturday, but he has now got what he describes as a "get out of jail free card."

CLARE BALDING - The Unsporting Side of Sport

CLARE BALDING watches all sections of society gather on Epsom Downs to watch the Derby, the biggest day of the flat racing year. In her exploration of the way Britain has shaped sport and sport has shaped the British, Clare looks at the socially unifying power of the race course and the way sport and gambling have become inextricably linked. As Professor Richard Holt from the International Centre for Sport History and Culture at De Montfort University expl

British jockey Martin Dwyer enjoys rich pickings in Indian winter

As the jockeys shiver their way through British Flat racing's winter 'all-weather' circuit, often chasing just a few hundred pounds, there's a notable absentee from their number this year. Fed up with what he saw as the paltry rewards available, dual Classic winner Martin Dwyer packed his bags and headed off for richer pickings in the sunnier climes of India. The decision has paid off handsomely with a string of big-race wins during a run that he hopes to

Free tickets to Newbury Racecourse Equestrian Day 2012

Following the success of the inaugural Equestrian Day in 2011, Newbury Racecourse have announced the date for this year's event. Please keep Saturday 3rd March 2012 free in your diary and we will update you shortly on things to look forward to during the day! Saturday 3rd March – Greatwood Charity & Equestrian Raceday Free Tickets for BEF Member Body Members - simply quote your membership number for any BEF organisation when you book over the phone to cl

Hurricane Fly wins Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown

Hurricane Fly is evens favourite to win a second consecutive Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham after a superb comeback win in the Irish Champion Hurdle. Ridden by Ruby Walsh, he scored by six-and-a-half lengths at Leopardstown from Oscars Well after a 268-day absence. Bookmakers were suitably impressed and promptly cut Hurricane Fly's odds for the Cheltenham race in March. "He completely surprised me. It must be as good a performance as he's ever produced," s

Hurricane Fly wins Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown

Horse Website - Hurricane Fly wins Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown - Hurricane Fly is evens favourite to win a second consecutive Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham after a superb comeback win in the Irish Champion Hurdle. Ridden by Ruby Walsh, he scored by six-and-a-half lengths at Leopardstown from Oscars Well after a 268-day absence. Bookmakers were suitably impressed and promptly cut Hurricane Fly's odds for the Cheltenham race in March. "He complete

Big Buck`s wins Cleeve Hurdle at Cheltenham

Ruby Walsh rode Big Buck's to a seven-length victory Big Buck's won his 15th consecutive hurdles race to move within one win of the record for an unbeaten run. Ridden by Ruby Walsh, he was made to work hard for victory in the Cleeve Hurdle at Cheltenham on Saturday. The stayer looked in trouble down the hill as Dynaste took the lead, but eventually drew seven lengths clear. He's such a class horse. He gets to the last, pricks his ears and goes. Paul Nic

Newbury Racecourse Equestrian Day 2012

Following the success of the inaugural Equestrian Day in 2011, Newbury Racecourse have announced the date for this year's event. Please keep Saturday 3rd March 2012 free in your diary and we will update you shortly on things to look forward to during the day! Saturday 3rd March – Greatwood Charity & Equestrian Raceday Free Tickets for BEF Member Body Members - simply quote your membership number for any BEF organisation when you book over the phone to c

Thoroughbred Owner Paul Saylor Issues Challenge to Benefit TRF

Thoroughbred owner and breeder Paul Saylor has issued a matching gift challenge to benefit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF). From Jan. 24 through Feb. 29, Saylor will match any gift, of any size, to the "Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Saylor Challenge," up to $50,000.00. The funds will be used specifically to support the daily needs of more than 1,000 former racehorses currently under the TRF's care. Donors may specify that their gifts b

Oscar Time ruled out for season with leg injury

Oscar Time was beaten by Ballabriggs (left) in the 2011 Grand National Oscar Time, the 2011 Grand National runner-up, has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a leg injury. "He just has a slight tendon injury," said trainer Martin Lynch. "It's nothing huge, but it's enough to keep him out for the season." Under jockey Sam Waley-Cohen, Oscar Time finished two and a quarter lengths adrift of Ballabriggs at Aintree. "Terrible News," Waley-Cohen tw

Tony McCoy set to return at Warwick from injury

Tony McCoy says he is likely to return to action at Warwick on Thursday after being injured in a fall last month. The 16-time champion jockey has been sidelined since 30 December after fracturing ribs and bruising his lungs in a fall at Taunton. McCoy, 37, saw a specialist on Monday, who was pleased with his recovery. "The doctor is very happy so I should be back on Thursday," the Northern Irishman told the Daily Mail. McCoy is on course to win his 17th

Ascot to refund spectators made to wear orange stickers

Ascot will refund Saturday's spectators who were labelled with orange stickers for breaching new dress codes. The rules, which require male premier enclosure ticket holders to wear a jacket and tie, were not enforced, but the stickers were issued as a warning. "No customers should be expected to pay for such an experience," Ascot chief executive Charles Barnett said in a statement. The move is likely to cost Ascot a five-figure sum. This week it was ann

Ascot: Somersby wins Victor Chandler Chase

Somersby dug deep for rider Dominic Elsworth to beat Finian's Rainbow and win the Victor Chandler Chase at Ascot. The 9-2 chance, saddled by Best Mate's trainer Henrietta Knight, stayed on well for a first Grade One success. Al Ferof was third and Gauvain fell as last year's runner-up triumphed in the 25th anniversary of the race. According to Pete (9-1) won the Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock while trainer Donald McCain and jockey Jason Maguire enjoyed a fo

Fascinators in ban at Royal Ascot's Royal Enclosure

Women will have to wear hats, not fascinators, as part of a tightening of the dress code in Royal Ascot's Royal Enclosure this summer. Under the rules, racegoers will also have to wear skirts or dresses of "modest length" falling just above the knee or longer. For men, a waistcoat and tie will be compulsory in the enclosure and cravats will not be allowed. Organisers said the decision was part of a move to restore formality. The annual week-long event in

Whip penalties for jockeys may be relaxed says BHA chief Paul Bittar

The new chief executive of the British Horseracing Authority, Paul Bittar, has indicated the controversial penalty structure for jockeys who break new whip rules could be eased. The rules were brought in following the death of two horses at the 2011 Grand National but have attracted criticism. "The implementation of the rules has been a challenge for us," said Bittar. "Getting the proportion of the penalty aligned with the level of breach is the challeng

Winning trainer Donald McCain defends the Grand National

Donald McCain has mounted a spirited defence of the Grand National after making plans for four entries in 2012. Protests followed when two runners died in 2011, but McCain, who trained Ballabriggs to victory, rejected the criticisms of "Once a year TV viewers". "What happened wasn't Aintree's fault. In Dooney's Gate's case, it could have taken place on any course at any time." I would like to give him one or two runs before going back there, and he'll tell

New Dress code to be enforced at Ascot in 2012

New `Anti-Sexy` Dress code to be enforced at Ascot in 2012 The dress code at Royal Ascot is being tightened in the Grandstand and Royal Enclosure for this summer's meeting. In the Royal Enclosure,dresses and skirts from this year onwards sould fall `just above the knee or longer, which is described as `of modest length`. The new rules also stipulate that hats, rather than fascinators, must be worn at all times and trapless or sheer strap dresses and tops

Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules

An advisory panel to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) has given final approval to changes in disciplinary measures and penalties for medication violations that include permitting an owner to void the claim of a horse that tested positive in the race out of which it was claimed. The Jan. 18 action by the Equine Drug Research Council (EDRC) came during a two-hour meeting. It was punctuated by a discussion of whether the KHRC, which must now consi

Aintree Racecourse to get Statue of Ginger McCain

Aintree Racecourse to get Statue of legendary horse trainer Ginger McCain, who enjoyed so much success at Aintree winning the grand national of 4 occasions, 3 time with Red Rum and then again in 2004 with Amberleigh House. The Bronze statue , commissioned by the racecourse will be placed on the mound overlooking the parade ring and celebrate the life of one of horse racing most legendary figures who passed away in September 2011, aged 80.

His

Whip row reignites

Before Christmas, there was a definite feeling that the row over the new regulations governing jockeys and the use of their whips was simmering down. Fewer riders were infringing, and conventional wisdom began to have it that changes implemented by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) in October had simply needed a bedding-in period. But the controversy was spectacularly reignited last week when well over 100 days of suspensions were handed down, seven

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Betfred is the winning bidder for the Tote

Betfred is the winning bidder for the Tote

UK-based bookmaker Betfred has been chosen to buy the Tote after an auction process that began in November. Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt had chosen Betfred although the deal had not been completed, with some technicalities still being sorted out. The price is not yet known but Betfred is thought to have bid about £200m.

Half of the fee will

Paul Nicholls guiding rising-star Harry Skelton on path to success

Paul Nicholls guiding rising-star Harry Skelton on path to success

It is an exaggeration to say that Sam Thomas will be unduly worried. But such are the strides that Harry Skelton is making under the wing of champion trainer Paul Nicholls, you can't help but wonder if Ruby Walsh's much-maligned deputy will soon be casting one or two anxious glances over his shoulder.

Skelton, 19-year-old son of veteran inte

The Worlds Gaze falls On Black Caviar at Ascot

The Worlds Gaze falls On Black Caviar at Ascot

Following Frankel`s dominating performance on monday, the Worlds top rated sprinter, Black Caviar`s odds have further shortened for Saturday`s Diamond Jubilee Stakes, a race she was already a red-hot favourite for.

Betting was as low a 2-9 for her to extend her unbeaten run to 22 races but are now as low as 1-5 as bookies seem sure nobod

Ben De Haan`s changing fortunes

Ben De Haan`s changing fortunes

For a trainer who has a (scarcely deserved) reputation for bad luck, Ben de Haan's owners should be very happy right now. De Haan's small but growing stable of horses chalked up another win on Friday - Master Rex at Newton Abbot - and looks odds on to beat last year's return of seven wins from 34 outings (a fine strike rate of 21%).

It i

Four jockeys banned for corruption by BHA

Four jockeys banned for corruption by BHA

Jockeys Paul Doe and Greg Fairley have been banned from racing for 12 years for "not riding a horse to its merits" after an investigation into corruption. Two other jockeys are among 11 people barred from the sport following a British Horseracing Authority probe.

Kirsty Milczarek has been banned for two years, while Jimmy Quinn has received

Richard Hughes Continues His Winning Exploits at Leicester

Richard Hughes Continues His Winning Exploits at Leicester

Richard Hughes won on his first two rides on Tuesday to continue his jaw dropping form of yesterday, when he won on an incredible seven out of eight rides at Windsor. His two victories at Leicester took his record to an amazing nine wins from his last ten rides, before he came home mid-division on his third ride of the day, My Queenie, the 2-1 favo

Irish Oaks: Epsom winner Dancing Rain aimed at double

Irish Oaks: Epsom winner Dancing Rain aimed at double

Epsom Oaks winner Dancing Rain and runner-up Wonder of Wonders are set to renew rivalry in the Irish Oaks at the Curragh on Sunday. The pair are among a field of nine for the race, which also includes 1,000 Guineas winner Blue Bunting. Together with Wonder of Wonders, Aidan O'Brien also saddles Gemstone and Amazing Beauty.

Jim Bolger run

Frankie Dettori Will Not Race Before His Hearing

Frankie Dettori Will Not Race Before His Hearing

Frankie Dettori has said he won`t ride before his hearing with France Galop.

The 41-year-old has been temporarily suspended from riding in France due to this week's case over his positive test for a banned substance and has said he won`t race elsewhere in the world until then.

In a statement on Wednesday evening, Christopher Stew

Epsom: Carlton House team rue unlucky result

Epsom: Carlton House team rue unlucky result

French raider Pour Moi won the Classic on Saturday from Irish challenger Treasure Beach in a tight finish, with the Royal colt closely behind in third. Carlton House's jockey Ryan Moore indicated his mount was unlucky, said the Queen's racing manager John Warren. "Ryan felt if the circumstances had been different so would the result," said Warren.

Frankie Dettori excited by British Champions Day at Ascot

Frankie Dettori excited by British Champions Day at Ascot

Frankie Dettori says he is "excited" by Saturday's inaugural British Champions Day at Ascot and has urged the public not to miss the action. The Italian revealed he will race in all five championship races and says the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes which features Frankel will be the highlight. Dettori also said he is most looking forward to riding Opin

€2 billion Chinese horse project aided by Ireland

€2 billion Chinese horse project aided by Ireland

Officials at Plumpton have called an inspection for 8am ahead of Mondays meeting at the East Sussex venue following more bad weather.

The going on the hurdle course is described as soft, heavy in places with the chase course soft.

Twelve millimetres of rain had been recorded at 2.30pm on top of five millimetres overnight.

Liam Treadwell Has Happy Birthday With Nomecheki

Liam Treadwell Has Happy Birthday With Nomecheki

Liam Treadwell had to pull a rabbit out of a hat to bag a winner on his 24th birthday at Plumpton. Landing the Grand National on Mon Mome made 2009 an unforgettable year for Treadwell, whose partnership with Findon trainer Nick Gifford is starting to flourish.

The jockey nearly came off Nomecheki (3-1) at the penultimate fence of the att

Tony McCoy Spends The Night In Hospital

Tony McCoy Spends The Night In Hospital

Champion jockey Tony McCoy will stay in hospital overnight for observation after a heavy fall at Cheltenham.

McCoy was on board Quantitativeeasing in the Barbury International Horse Trials Handicap Hurdle when the Nicky Henderson trained gelding stumbled at the second flight, throwing McCoy into the air.

The notoriously t

Jockey Ryan Moore rides 687-1 York five-timer

Jockey Ryan Moore rides 687-1 York five-timer

Former champion jockey Ryan Moore rode five winners out of the six races he was eligible for in Saturday's Macmillan Charity Day at York. His 687-1 five-timer included the last four races on the seven-race card. Moore now leads the race to become York's top jockey for the year, his winners tally having shot up to eight.

"It's a marvell

















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