Horse racing has long been a beloved sport in the United Kingdom, captivating audiences with its blend of elegance, speed, and strategy. For bettors, it offers an exhilarating opportunity to put their knowledge and intuition to the test. Whether you’re drawn to the flat speed of Royal Ascot or the jumping prowess on display at...
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Remarkable weekend of racing in England, Japan promises visits to U.S. tracks – UPI.com
Romantic Warrior storms to victory in Sunday’s Grade 1 Yasuda Kinen at Tokyo Racecourse. Photo by and courtesy of Katsumi Saito June 3 (UPI) — After a weekend of remarkable success on the Epsom Downs in England, Ireland’s Coolmore juggernaut is targeting America for an unprecedented invasion, while in Japan, another of the world’s best...
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Derby preparations on final approach in England – UPI.com
1 of 2 | Cervinia wins Sunday’s Grade 1 Japanese Oaks. Photo by and courtesy of Masakazu Takahashi May 20 (UPI) — Derby preparations were on final approach during the weekend in England and some of the big names among older horses got a shock result, while Japan celebrated an Oaks winner and braced for...
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Shocking upset in British 2,000 Guineas marks international weekend horse racing – UPI.com
1 of 2 | Jantar Mantar romps home first in the Grade 1 NHK Mile at Tokyo Racecourse. Photo by and courtesy of Masakazu Takahashi May 6 (UPI) — While American interest was focused on the Kentucky Derby, global horse racing action featured upsets in two British Classics and a fascinating showdown between last year’s...
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Further horse deaths at the Grand National show cruel races must end
The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the editorial position of Euronews. Suffering is an almost inevitable outcome, and it is supported with each bet placed — all just for a fleeting flutter, Elisa Allen writes. ADVERTISEMENT Each April, more than 150,000 people attend...
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Further horse deaths at the Grand National show cruel races must end
The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the editorial position of Euronews. Suffering is an almost inevitable outcome, and it is supported with each bet placed — all just for a fleeting flutter, Elisa Allen writes. ADVERTISEMENT Each April, more than 150,000 people attend...
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Horse racing 2024 calendar: biggest races, events and festivals
A huge sporting tradition in the UK and internationally, flat and jump horse racing brings in the punters to many huge races, events and festivals. Featuring the English Classics, the Grand Nationals, Gold Cups and The Derby, the British racing calendar is action-packed throughout the year. Here we look at the major horse races and...
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The fights, fashion and fizz of Ladies Day at Aintree Festival, UK: photos
Ladies Day at Aintree Races, a highly anticipated event held annually as part of the Aintree Grand National Festival in Liverpool, England. Renowned for its display of extravagant fashion and exhilarating horse races, this event transcends mere equestrian sports to become a vibrant social occasion. Participants indulged in refreshments and enjoyed the festivities on Friday,...
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Don’t Believe The Myths: The Horse Racing Industry Is Rotten To Its Core
In the run up to The Grand National meeting this week – a three-day event which has killed 63 race horses since the year 2000 – the racing industry has launched a new welfare campaign, Horse PWR. This initiative is undoubtedly a response to the growing attention the industry is facing in relation to race...