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O'Brien Jockey Hit with 13-Day Ban & Fine for Whip Offence

Jockey Seamus Heffernan, riding for powerhouse trainer Aidan O'Brien, has been handed a severe 13-day ban and a hefty fine for a whip violation during the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot 2024, casting a shadow over the prestigious meeting.

Strictly's Dan Skelton Wins Emotional Cheltenham Gold Cup

Exclusive: Strictly Come Dancing star and champion horse racing trainer Dan Skelton delivers a heartfelt tribute after his beloved horse, Protektorat, storms to a stunning victory in the Cheltenham Gold Cup, dedicating the emotional win to his brother and

Legendary Jockey Bruce Raymond Dies Aged 82

The horse racing community is in mourning following the passing of revered jockey and racing manager Bruce Raymond. The 82-year-old legend lost his courageous fight against cancer, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy in the sport.

O'Brien's Continuous Smashes Record in St Leger Triumph

Aidan O'Brien's superstar colt Continuous delivers a breathtaking performance to smash the track record and clinch a historic victory in the Betfred St Leger at Doncaster, solidifying his status as a world-class contender.

York ITV Tips: 25/1 Ebor Handicap Value Pick Revealed

Get the inside track on Saturday's ITV racing from York. Our expert reveals his top value bets, a huge 25/1 each-way tip for the Ebor Handicap, and a 12/1 shot for the Strensall Stakes. Don't place a bet without reading this!

Jockey Disqualified for Racist Slur in Queensland Scandal

Professional jockey Ben Callow has been handed a disqualification and a hefty fine by Queensland racing officials after being found guilty of using a deeply offensive racist term towards a rival rider, rocking the racing community.

Minnie Hauk Skips Arc After Epic Epsom Oaks Victory

Minnie Hauk, the impressive Oaks winner, will bypass the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe after her hard-fought Epsom victory over a filly owned by the Royal Family. Trainer Andrew Balding outlines a strategic autumn campaign focused on other prestigious targets

York ITV Racing Tips: Best Value Bets for Saturday

Expert racing tips and analysis for ITV's York coverage this Saturday. Get the inside track on the best value bets, including Scope in the Melrose Handicap and other smart picks for the Ebor Festival.

Buick's Masterclass: Ombudsman's Dramatic York Victory

Jockey William Buick masterfully steers 11-8 favourite Ombudsman to a nail-biting victory in the prestigious Gimcrack Stakes at York Racecourse, surviving a late scare to secure glory for the mighty Godolphin stable.

Melbourne's Spring Carnival Faces Historic $50m Overhaul

Victoria's iconic Spring Racing Carnival is poised for a seismic shift. Discover how a proposed track redevelopment will unite the Cox Plate and Flemington's major events in a single, world-class racing precinct from 2026, reshaping Australian racing hist

Blindfolded horse causes Windsor race void

A dramatic incident at Windsor Racecourse saw a blindfolded horse crash into railings, leading to the race being declared void. Read the full details of this unprecedented event.

Jockey dies in tragic Guyana race fall

A jockey has tragically lost his life following a devastating fall during a race in Guyana, with officials pointing to poor visibility as a key factor in the fatal incident.

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