Racing Ahead

When Simon called Holt: ‘Voice of the Racecourse’ talking to Star Sports at Bath Racecourse

Simon Holt, one of Britain’s top horse racing commentators, has been a familiar voice on racecourses and national television since the late 1980s. Simon Holt …

A Song to remember: Graham Buddry recalls the thrilling pace of brilliant miler Soviet Song

This month we revisit another of those superstars of the turf who has generally slipped from the mass consciousness but should I even say her name, Soviet …

Gallops back into the fray: Richard Eagle keeps eyes and ears pricked in the vales and over the downs

In the second half of the 19th century the small Hampshire settlement of Danebury, boasted racing yards and a racecourse that rivalled the best in Newmarket, …

Travelled well and has stamina: Xander Brett on his mission to visit every British racecourse

A cemetery doesn’t make for an encouraging racecourse arrival. Redcar’s welcome, however, at the end of the driveway and back in the land of the living, …

Readers’ letters: Two’s company

Please keep your letters coming – write to: Readers’ Letters, Racing Ahead, Tuition House, St George’s Road, Wimbledon, SW19 4EU, or email to …

New life out of fast lane: Dunstall Park boss Chris Black tells of joys of homing retired greyhounds

Britain’s first new dog racing stadium in a decade is due to launch this month with a flurry of track action – but ahead for the big day the venue’s …

Saddle stars off the leash: Horse racing legends set to boost Lambourn whippet charity race day

Bragging rights in the horse racing industry will be on the line this month as some of the sport’s most recognisable names swap hoofs for paws at a charity …

Night at the dogs: Frankie Fitzgerald laps up the thrills, fun and food at Romford stadium

Ever since two people stood in a field and one boasted that their greyhound was faster than the other, a sport that so many people love came into existence. A …

Youth is Key to Old Race: Andy Newton examines betting facts for Cambridgeshire Handicap

Andy Newton examines the crucial betting facts for Newmarket highlight One of the big Flat racing handicaps each season is the Cambridgeshire Handicap – run …

Ben Morgan’s Ebor Festival Day 3 & 4 tips – Dance into the weekend

Our resident tipster Ben Morgan selects his best bets from days three and four at the Ebor Festival York 3.35 – Walker has a strong hand in open Nunthorpe …

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