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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

Whip row reignites

Horse Website - 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 o

Will Kennedy receives whip ban after Kempton win

Jockey Will Kennedy has been handed a seven-day whip ban and told to forfeit his prize money after winning at Kempton. Kennedy won the prestigious Lanzarote Hurdle on 9-2 favourite Swincombe Flame but was penalised for excessive use. "You work your backside off and lose two-and-a-half grand. You sometimes wonder why you bother," said Kennedy. The incident occurred just days before new British Horseracing Authority chief executive Paul Bittar begins his po

The Famous Grand National winner, Dont Push it who won with AP McCoy in 2010 has been retired.

The Famous Grand National winner, Don't Push it who won with AP McCoy in 2010 has been retired. Trained by Jonjo O'Neill and owned by JP McManus, The legenday horse will spend his retirement at Mr McManus's Martinstown Stud in Co Limerick. The win was a first in 15 attempts at the Grand National for jockey AP McCoy. It was a first win for the trainer and owner, As well as famously being AP McCoy's

Thoroughbred Rapid Redux Wins 22nd Straight Race

Just as he did last time out, Thoroughbred Rapid Redux held off a stretch bid from Awesome Rhythm at Laurel Park, located in Laurel, Md., to continue his record-setting win streak, which has now reached 22 in a row. Making his first start as a 6-year-old, Robert Cole Jr.'s Rapid Redux went wire-to-wire Jan. 4 in a $5,000 starter allowance race, winning by one length. J. D. Acosta rode the chestnut gelding for trainer David Wells.

The revised edi

Storm damage at Ayr racetrack forces call-off

Tuesday's race meeting at Ayr was abandoned after strong winds damaged facilities at the Craigie track. Clerk of the course Emma Marley had given the meeting the go-ahead following an 0715 GMT inspection due to the threat of rain. But the fierce winds left a tree in a dangerous position, meaning the track had no public address system, which is essential for public safety. Debris on the roads had prevented trainer Lucinda Russell reaching Ayr. The Milnath

Ruby Walsh appeals against three-day ban for careless riding

Ruby Walsh has appealed against a three-day ban incurred for careless riding at Cheltenham on Saturday. He was found guilty of causing interference when partnering Pearl Swan to be first past the post in the JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial. While he beat Grumeti by a short head, the two horses got very close in the finish and the stewards opted to reverse the places and ban Walsh. The British Horseracing Authority will hear the appeal on Thursday at 0900GMT. Un

Four New Medication Detection Times Announced by BHA

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) announced in late 2011 four new detection times for commonly used veterinary medicines: the sedative acepromazine, the sedative /analgesic combination detomidine/butorphanol, the anti-inflammatory treatment prednisolone, and the airway treatment salmeterol. Detection times are the intervals between the time of the last drug administration and the time at which urine (and blood) concentrations are below the laboratory

Flat jockey Hayley Turner in no rush after injury

Britain's leading female flat jockey Hayley Turner is thrilled to be back in action after nearly four months out with a broken ankle. The Nottinghamshire jockey returned to the fray at Kempton on Tuesday but had a blank afternoon. Turner said: "It's good to be back and I just need to work harder to get a little bit stronger.

"I have a couple of screws in my ankle but it felt fine and I just want to put my head down. I'm not setting targets."

Cheltenham Town decide against racecourse move

Cheltenham have shelved plans to relocate their ground to the town's racecourse at Prestbury Park. The League Two outfit, who are based at Whaddon Road, have been in discussions with racecourse owners about a joint venture since 2008. But both parties have decided the move is not currently possible because of "general economic uncertainty". Robins chairman Paul Baker said: "It is disappointing that the costs of the move are prohibitive." He continued: "It

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Racing mourns the death of a Legend of the sport Lord John Oaksey

Racing mourns the death of a Legend of the sport Lord John Oaksey

Multi-Talented Former jockey, journalist and founder of the Injured Jockeys Fund Lord John Oaksey has sadly died aged 83.

Oaksey has been battling with ill health and passed away on Wednesday at his family home in Wiltshire.

Oaksey won the 1958 Hennessy Gold Cup at Cheltenham aboard Taxidermist and came second in the 1963

Newmarket: Hayley Turner wins July Cup on Dream Ahead

Newmarket: Hayley Turner wins July Cup on Dream Ahead

Turner was the first female jockey to ride 100 winners in a year - Jockey Hayley Turner became the first female jockey to win a Group One race outright as she landed the July Cup at Newmarket on Dream Ahead. Turner was drafted in after the colt's regular rider, William Buick, was required to ride at York.

She hit the front on David Sim

Arvika Ligeonniere Wins The Drinmore

Arvika Ligeonniere Wins The Drinmore

The seven year old trained by Champion trainer Willie Mullins was still a somewhat unknown quantity following his win in a beginners chase after two years on the sidelines but showed evidence of his ability with a dominating victory in the two and a half mile Grade One.

As he had done in the Royal Bond, Ruby Walsh went off way in front bu

Paul Hanagan sweeps board at prestigious Lesters ceremony

Paul Hanagan sweeps board at prestigious Lesters ceremony

CHAMPION jockey Paul Hanagan swept the board at the Stobart 'Lesters' awards – landing all three gongs for which he was nominated. The Malton rider, pictured, scooped Flat Jockey of the Year, Flat Ride of the Year and the Flat Jockey Special Recognition award for 2010.
The Flat Ride of the Year gong was handed to Hanagan for his victory on Openi

Same Difference Wins The Kim Muir Challenge Cup

Same Difference Wins The Kim Muir Challenge Cup

Same Difference went off at 16-1 and stayed on better than 11-2 favourite Super Duty in an exciting finish to the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Handicap Chase.

In a first-time visor, the Nigel Twiston-Davies horse crept into the race under a patient ride from Ryan Hatch as Super Duty and Becauseicouldntsee battled for the lead.

Injury blow for Adrian Heskin young jockey faces spell on the sidelines

Injury blow for Adrian Heskin young jockey faces spell on the sidelines

Irish rider Adrian Heskin faces a spell on the sidelines following a fall at Killarney on Tuesday evening. The young claimer was aboard the Niall Moran-trained Rakamasi, who fell at the first in the Killarney Outlook Handicap Chase won by Harold's Cross.

Heskin's boss Michael Hourigan fears the rider has suffered a cruciate ligament liga

Further Lingfield Inspections

Further Lingfield Inspections

Lingfield`s meeting on Tuesday must now pass a 7am inspection on raceday morning.

With snow still an issue at the Surrey venue, another check is required before the meeting can be given the go-ahead.

Clerk of the course Neil MacKenzie Ross assessed conditions at 2pm inspection on Monday, and feels the maintenance work ca

Tom O`Brien To Miss Cheltenham Festival

Tom O`Brien To Miss Cheltenham Festival

Tom O`Brien will be forced to miss the Cheltenham Festival after he was hit with a 10-day suspension at Doncaster on Wednesday.

O'Brien was found guilty of "failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures to obtain the best possible placing" aboard Benefit Cut, who finished seventh in the race won by Minella Forfitness.

Merigo Wins The Scottish Grand National

Merigo Wins The Scottish Grand National

Horse Website - Merigo Wins The Scottish Grand National - Highy Fancied Merigo has won the Scottish Grand National today, the excellent horse has now finished in the places for three years in a row having won in 2010 and placed second in the same race last year, showing his liking for the marathon course.

The well backed 15-2 shot, train

BHA rebukes Grand National Runners Over Start Issues

BHA rebukes Grand National Runners Over Start Issues

Horse Website - 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.

Liam Treadwell jumps off racing`s treadmill and into immortality

Liam Treadwell jumps off racing`s treadmill and into immortality

Liam Treadwell has spent seven years trying to make a breakthrough in his chosen profession, first on the Flat and then over jumps, but ultimately it took him just 9½ minutes of near-perfection to earn his slice of racing immortality in the Grand National.

Should he return to Aintree in 50 years time, as 1959 winner Michael Scudamore did

British jockey Martin Dwyer enjoys rich pickings in Indian winter

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 clime

Jezki outshines Champagne Fever At Punchestown

Jezki outshines Champagne Fever At Punchestown

Jessica Harrington`s Jezki impressed when winning of the Herald Champion Novice Hurdle at Punchestown.

The five-year-old bounced back from his defeat at Cheltenham in the Supreme Novices` in emphatic style with a breathtaking display of hurdling.

Champagne Fever went off at even favourite and predictably set out to make the runn

Tony McCoy returns with winner a day after breaking teeth in fall

Tony McCoy returns with winner a day after breaking teeth in fall

Tony McCoy returned to action with a winner on Saturday just a day after breaking several teeth in a fall at Wetherby.

The 17-time champion jockey steered My Tent Or Yours to victory at Ascot in his second ride of the day.

McCoy, 38, had been unseated from the Jonjo O'Neill-trained Mr Watson before the novices' hurdle 24 hours ear

















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