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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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Andrew Balding aims for Newmarket success with Spiritual Star

Andrew Balding aims for Newmarket success with Spiritual Star

Venue: Newmarket Date: Saturday 8 October Coverage: Live commentary of the Dewhurst Stakes on BBC Radio 5 Live (1510 BST)
Trainer Andrew Balding is hoping that a rewarding strike rate for late entries into major Flat races this year can stretch to Saturday's Future Champions Day at Newmarket. On Balding's advice, members of the Thurloe Thoroughb

Frankie Dettori wins Royal Ascot showpiece

Frankie Dettori wins Royal Ascot showpiece

Frankie Dettori on ''Rewilding'' (R) beats Ryan Moore on ''So You Think'' to win The Prince of Wales' Stakes on the second day of the Royal Ascot race meeting in southern England June 15, 2011. Rewilding, ridden by Frankie Dettori, upset hot favorite So You Think to win the Prince Of Wales's Stakes, the feature race on the second day of Royal Ascot

Robert Thornton Ruled Out With Injury

Robert Thornton Ruled Out With Injury

Robert Thornton looks set to miss the rest of the season due to injury.

Thornton suffered a heavy fall from Our Phylli Vera for Alan King at Southwell on Monday, initialy his injuries were not thought to be serious and he was expected to be in action at Exeter the following day.

However, he did not take up his one ride at the Dev

O`Brien To Dominate Saturday's Racing Post Trophy

O`Brien To Dominate Saturday's Racing Post Trophy

Aidan O'Brien trains six of the 15 horses left in Saturday's Racing Post Trophy at the six-day declaration stage.

The master of Ballydoyle has left in Battle of Marengo, Eye Of The Storm, Festive Cheer, Kingsbarns, Kingston Jamaica and Magician while Jim Bolger's Autumn Stakes hero Trading Leather and Andrew Oliver's First Cornerstone comp

Smallest Field in the Epsom Derby in over 100 years

Smallest Field in the Epsom Derby in over 100 years

Camelot will head the betting in the smallest Epsom Derby field since 1907 with only nine runners lining up for Saturday`s big race. The favourite will line up with stable mate Astrology for Aidan O`Brien, The Irish trainer has withdrawn Imperial Monarch, Father of Science and Tower Rock from the race. Another in the O`Brien stable Imperial Monarch

Whip rules amended by British Horseracing Authority

Whip rules amended by British Horseracing Authority

British Horseracing Authority officials agree to amend controversial new regulations on use of the whip The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has agreed to amend controversial new regulations on use of the whip. Riders must keep to tight limits on the number of times they strike a horse, seven in Flat races, eight over jumps. But they will now be

Jim Culloty set to ride without Timbera

Jim Culloty set to ride without Timbera

GOLD Cup-winning jockey Jim Culloty will not be without a ride in the Martell Cognac Grand National - despite the shock news that ante-post favourite Timbera misses the race. Last year’s Irish National hero had been as low as 8-1 for Saturday’s Aintree spectacular but Irish trainer Dessie Hughes revealed that Timbera had a lung infection and had to

Hannon pair set for Lockinge race

Hannon pair set for Lockinge race

Richard Hannon's star milers Canford Cliffs and Dick Turpin will go head-to-head for the first time this season in Saturday's Lockinge Stakes at Newbury. The pair met three times last year with Dick Turpin coming out on top twice - winning the Greenham Stakes and finishing second in the 2000 Guineas with his stablemate third.

Canford Cli

Chantal Sutherland to be first woman to ride in Dubai World Cup

Chantal Sutherland to be first woman to ride in Dubai World Cup

Reports to DubaiRaceNight indicate that Game On Dude, controversial winner of the 2011 Santa Anita Handicap (G1), has received a formal invitation to the Dubai World Cup (G1). Further, Chantal Sutherland is scheduled to retain the ride for Bob Baffert, making her the first woman to ride in the world's richest race. Baffert has trained two Dubai W

Gamilati is to miss the Qipco 1,000 Guineas

Gamilati is to miss the Qipco 1,000 Guineas

Gamilati looks set to miss the race on May 6 after Godolphin on Monday said she had undergone surgery to have a chip removed from her near fore ankle.The UAE 1,000 Guineas winner has had two victories at Meydan this year but connections said she would take time out of training to recover from the operation.

Quoted on Godolphin's website, Si

Robbie Power chasing Topham glory

Robbie Power chasing Topham glory

Chasing Cars has been unplaced in two starts so far this season but Robbie Power expects a good run in the John Smith's Topham Chase at Aintree on Friday. The Irish jockey won the Grand National on Silver Birch in 2007 and can see the Jessica Harrington-trained nine-year-old putting up a good show in the two-mile-five-and-a-half-furlong handicap ov

William Muir Talks About Plans For Purr Along

William Muir Talks About Plans For Purr Along

Purr Along could have put herself in the frame for a trip to France in search of Group One success following her narrow defeat at Doncaster on Friday.

Trainer William Muir is considering the Prix Marcel Boussac for the filly who just lost out by a head to Certify after a ding dong battle in the Group Two May Hill Stakes over the straight

BHA rebukes Grand National Runners Over Start Issues

BHA rebukes Grand National Runners Over Start Issues

All 40 riders who entered the Aintree showpiece have received letters from the British Horseracing Authority expressing disappointment and the farcical start of the event where there were two false starts and jockeys breached rules by not abiding to instructions on lining up.

In announcing the results of a preliminary review of the race,

Grade One Navan Novice Hurdle Part Of Ruby Walsh 4 Timer

Grade One Navan Novice Hurdle Part Of Ruby Walsh 4 Timer

Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh took the feature Grade One Navan Novice Hurdle with Pont Alexandre coming in at 3/1.

The four-year-old was making his debut for the trainer having previously ran in France, Walsh ensured that he was going to make the race a test of stamina in the prevailing heavy going.

Well backed favourite Don Cos

















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