Horse Racing

Horse racing tips: Best bets and nap selections for Thursday September 21 at Ayr, Chelmsford and Yarmouth

It may be the middle of the week but don't feel down - there's plenty of racing to enjoy on Thursday.<p>With cards at Ayr, Chelmsford, Pontefract and …

New Jersey Racing Commission Fines Gindi, Navarro

The New Jersey Racing Commission Sept. 20 followed the recommendations of Monmouth Park stewards to fine owner Randal Gindi and trainer Jorge Navarro …

Talking Horses: Wednesday’s best bets at Yarmouth, Beverley and Sandown Park

Titi Makfi could have the edge in the Listed John Musker Fillies’ Stakes – the feature event on the second day of Yarmouth’s valuable September meeting<p>Eleven runners are due to to post for the Listed John Musker Fillies’ Stakes this afternoon, the feature event on the second day of Yarmouth’s …

Life After Secretariat - By Evan Hammonds

The late Penny Chenery and the great Secretariat are forever linked as the greatest one-two punch in the history of American racing. The story …

Reinvigorated Rick Porter Happy to be Buying Yearlings

The well-worn joke goes that somebody is so old, they don't buy green bananas. For a while, Rick Porter was so sick, he couldn't even think about …

Ayr Gold Cup: Richard Fahey can strike for third win at big Ayr Racecourse meeting with Toscanini

The clock is ticking on the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup and Post racing expert Iain Ferguson reckons Toscanini is the one to beat<p>Richard Fahey is on a …

West Coast Looks to Take Control in Pennsylvania Derby

Bob Baffert could have pushed the issue, and few would have questioned the decision.<p>With the 3-year-old ranks still absent a clear leader two legs …

Racing news and tips: Winx in frame for ambitious European adventure in 2018

• Royal Ascot could be on agenda for Australian horse after 20th win • Expert Eye must progress if he is to contest Dewhurst Stakes<p>Australian racemare Winx is under consideration for a European campaign in 2018 after taking her winning tally to 20 races at the weekend when she claimed victory in …

Turnbull Stakes next on Winx’s agenda as super mare puts 20-race win streak on line in Melbourne

TRAINER Chris Waller has announced that super mare Winx will have her next start in the Group 1 Turnbull Stakes (2000m) at Flemington.<p>Waller released …

First-Time Pinhooker Hits Book 5 Paydirt

A self-professed “horse fanantic” who decided to take a chance in the horse business hit paydirt Sept. 20, selling a Quality Road yearling for …

Melham abandons Everest climb

Melham conceded the ride to trainer Gary Portelli and her owners Gary and Scott Darby earlier in the week. Melham was on a three-month program to …

Breeder Boulton Sees Plan Come Together

When the hammer fell at $150,000 for a filly she co-bred, Amy Boulton embraced consignor Pat Costello of Paramount Sales as tears flowed from her …

Tom's Ready Stretches Out for Kelso

After a placing in the Forego Stakes (G1) last time out, G M B Racing's Tom's Ready will stretch out to the one-mile distance Sept. 23 in the …

Farrell, Tequilita Meet in Dogwood Stakes

Multiple graded stakes winner Farrell will return to racing action for the first time since she competed in the Longines Kentucky Oaks (G1) more than …

Records Fall at Tattersalls Ireland September

New heights were scaled at this year's Tattersalls Ireland September yearling sale, which saw records fall over two days of strong and determined …

Momentum Carries Through Keeneland Book 4

As each well-built yearling entered the ring, Keeneland vice president of racing and sales Bob Elliston couldn’t help but think the company is going …

The Week in Photos 9/19/2017

Cobalt Q&A: What is it, how does it improve performance and does horse racing have a problem with it?

What is cobalt?<p>It is a naturally occurring trace element which has been used since ancient times for its blue colour in glass and ceramics. It is an essential dietary mineral in mammals at a low level and its presence is a result eating food stuffs containing trace elements of cobalt. It is also …

McConvilles given three-year bans after injecting horse at Cheltenham

• Father and son are found guilty of breaching doping rules • Anseanachai Cliste given a compound with banned substances<p>A father and son who injected what they hoped would be performance-enhancing drugs into their runner before the Foxhunter Chase at Cheltenham on Gold Cup day in March were banned …

Daily Racing Tips: NAP and accas for Tuesday, September 19

Take a look through our suggested horse racing bets for Tuesday, September 19, including our NAP of the day in the 4.20 at Chepstow.<p>Sign-up offer<p>Get a £200 matched bonus plus £10 monthly free bet with 10Bet.<p>Sign-up here >><p>Nap of the Day – September 19th<p><b>SABLE ISLAND – Chepstow 4:20</b><p>Sir Michael Stoute …

Talking Horses: Kynren best bet at Redcar while High End can impress at Yarmouth

Kynren (3.25) is rated nap material at Redcar for David Barron, a trainer who can be relied on to get the best from the talent he has at his yard<p>The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is always one of the highlights of the racing year and the news which ITV announced last week that the race is returning to …

Del Mar putting on a show for Breeders' Cup in early November, with golf, music, food

Not only will the Breeders’ Cup showcase horse racing’s top talent Nov. 3-4 at Del Mar Racetrack but it’ll also shine a light on San Diego’s cuisine, culture and entertainment.<p>Heavy on music and food, the festival begins a week before the races. It also features golf tournaments, a beach run and a …

Tattersalls Ireland Day 1 Records Fall

The Sept. 19 Opening day of the Tattersalls Ireland September yearling sale produced a set of results not witnessed at the sale since the …

TOBA September Member of the Month

Don Robinson has deep roots in the Kentucky soil. His grandmother owned 1933 Preakness winner Head Play, second in that year’s so-called “Fighting …

Hong Kong to Offer Three Group 1 Races on Single Card

For the first time Hong Kong will stage three spring group 1 features on a single day, the Hong Kong Jockey Club announced Sept. 19.<p>The group 1 …

Modem Aims to Connect in Lonesome Glory Handicap

York, Pa., developer Robert A. Kinsley has been upgrading his racing stable with imported hurdlers, and a key piece of that upgrade, Modem, will have …

New Plateau: Ami's Mesa Sets Track Record in Masters

After three clear victories at Woodbine, Ami's Mesa found success on the road as well Sept. 18 when she rallied to a one-length victory in the …

One Final Party For Penny and a Fond Farewell

Well, Penny, after wishing you a Happy Birthday every couple of years, I must update my sentiments one final time. Although it isn't your birthday, …

Almandin firms for Melbourne Cup; Oliver booked

6:03 AM GMT<p>Damien Oliver's chance to win a record-equalling fourth Melbourne Cup has soared after the jockey confirmed his booking for defending …

Stars shine at the 2017 Emmy Awards

'The Handmaid's Tale' took the top prize as the stars celebrated the best of television at the 2017 Emmy Awards.<p>Saturn as captured by Cassini over …