The Racing Ahead Team
News By The Racing Ahead Team
-
Racing Ahead
/ 2 months agoARC PLEDGES PRIZE BOOST
ARC announces £285,000 graded racing prize money boost at its tracks UK’s largest racecourse operator is investing an additional £285,000 in...
-
Columnists
/ 2 months agoThe toughest (and easiest) chase courses in UK/Ire by GeeGeez.co.uk
We’re moving into the transitional period between flat and jumps racing and so, to start the preparation for what is to...
-
Guest Blogs
/ 2 months agoReading Horse Racing Odds: Fractions, Decimals and What They Pay
Jumps racing brings plenty of numbers with it. Alongside handicap marks, distances and form figures, you’ll find prices such as 7/2,...
-
News
/ 2 months agoRacing Come Dancing returns at Epsom Downs with star-studded line-up
Nine couples will take part in the ‘Strictly-style’ fundraiser, with last year’s winners Tom Malone and Sara returning as part of...
-
News
/ 2 months agoAdvertise in the October 2026 edition of Racing Ahead Magazine
The October issue of Racing Ahead Magazine is on sale from 24th September. Plus see details of our upcoming one-off publication...
-
Featured
/ 2 months agoThe 2026/27 National Hunt Season: A new chapter at Upper Farm for Harry Derham
Harry Derham looks ahead to the new National Hunt season, with Grade 1 winner Le Frimeur leading an exciting team at...
-
Racing Ahead News
/ 2 months agoHorse racing calendar remains in doubt until heaven’s open
Record-breaking heat and a lack of rainfall have left racecourses facing major ground concerns, with the return of jumps racing now...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 2 months agoWelcome to Racing Ahead Magazine – September 2026 Edition
Racing Ahead Magazine looks ahead to the St Leger, Ayr Gold Cup and Cambridgeshire, while celebrating Bow Echo and Trawlerman and...
-
Andy Newton
/ 2 months agoWhy weird me is loving it right now…by GeeGeez.co.uk
I can’t help it, I love this time of year. It’s getting cooler, and wetter, and darker… and I’m excited for...
-
News
/ 2 months agoPaul Townend salutes Cheltenham star Galopin Des Champs after sad death
In an exclusive interview with Betway, Townend reflected on his remarkable partnership with Galopin Des Champs and the memories they created...
-
Guest Blogs
/ 2 months ago2026 Del Mar Debutante Betting Preview: Contenders, Race Factors and Picks
The Del Mar Debutante arrives with an intriguing storyline already taking shape. Holmby and Ruiva produced a memorable battle in the...
-
Columnists
/ 2 months agoBilly Loughnane – An analysis of the champion jockey elect…by GeeGeez.co.uk
In the latest ‘deep-dive’ from Dave Renham at GeeGeez.co.uk – he takes a look at the numbers being churned out by...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 2 months agoTHE O’BRIEN ALTERNATIVE: Racing Daily’s Rory Paddock looks ahead to a fascinating month of top action
With the summer festivals behind us, attention turns to a September programme packed with major prizes and some notoriously competitive betting...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoTOP WINNERS IN SELECT LINE UP: Jonathan Hobbs on the race where greyhound writers pick the competitors
SO it’s time to get the band back together. And what a perfect time to do it - because the Select...
-
Robert Cooper
/ 3 months agoRobert Cooper column: First class views on Jack Langley
Robert Cooper is loving life as an ambassador, keeping an eye on his syndicate's horse Jack Langley and chatting to rising...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoAGA’S KAL WAS TRUE FANS’ PAL: Graham Buddry recalls a champion who thrilled in victory and defeat
What is it that determines a horse as being a “great”? Usually it can be an unbeaten run of high class...
-
Form Guide
/ 3 months agoScandinavia sets time back
John Anthony clocks O’Brien ace, Scandinavia, power home at his pacesetting best Ryan Moore and Scandinavia romp home in Goodwood Cup...
-
Out in the Sticks
/ 3 months agoLittletown Lad defies big boys
Jeremy Grayson scouts the country track action for emerging jumps talent including Littletown Lad, Golden Maverick and Iamyouare. UTTOXETER, July 24...
-
Paul Jacobs
/ 3 months agoThe case against pacemaker tactics
Tips guru slams the pacemaker tricks which leave the casual racegoer clueless and stranded. September is usually the month of the...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoFrom nappies to naps and potties to Pots
PLACEPOT PETE Willie Carson was David Dickinson’s ‘go-to’ jockey Please keep your letters coming - write to: Readers’ Letters, Racing Ahead,...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoGlorious gossip in the summer sunshine
Richard Eagle brings the news and gossip after Goodwood; from Brighton, Epsom, Wolverhampton, Lambourn and beyond. Jack Mitchell riding Rumba Numba...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoWhy it’s easy to fall in love with greyhound racing
Francis Fitzgerald on: ‘Why we love Greyhound Racing’ Speed, drama and pure heart-pounding fun and every race has something to cheer...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoDr Louise Powell: From Flappers to class and back
Dr Louise Powell, author of Underdogs, tells of lifelong love of the tracks County Durham writer Dr Louise Powell has enjoyed...
-
Featured
/ 3 months agoGEORGE’S HAPPY PUNTING GROUND: John Anthony marks George Boughey’s hot spots
John Anthony highlights the tracks, jockeys, distances and race conditions where George Boughey’s runners have proved particularly profitable for punters in...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoAUTUMN GLOW AT THE DOUBLE: Andy Newton shines expert light on the Cambridgeshire facts and stats
One of the undeniable highlights of the Flat season is the Cambridgeshire Handicap at Newmarket-arace that also serves as the opening...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoHAGGAS THIRD CLASS IS GOLD: John Anthony on Haggas’ numbers
William Haggas has been operating at the top level for decades, so the most interesting angles are those backed by serious...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoSUN UP FOR AIDAN PUSH
Sun Goddess ridden by Ryan Moore wins Phoenix Stakes at The Curragh Whether Aidan O’Brien will get close to breaking his...
-
Racing Ahead
/ 3 months agoBruce’s love at first sight
Shaun Reynolds sees retired racer, Bruce, find his forever home with a Kent family A trip to a dog show...
-
Racing Ahead News
/ 3 months agoFabulous four in tip top return for legendary Willie Mullins
Willie Mullins has welcomed back his “fabulous four” as Lossiemouth, Gaelic Warrior, Il Etait Temps and I Am Maximus begin preparations...
-
News
/ 3 months agoAdvertise in the September 2026 edition of Racing Ahead Magazine
The September 2026 edition of Racing Ahead is on sale from the 27th August, featuring exclusive features and the latest racing...
Follow us
Read our latest news on any of these social networks!
Get the Inside Line
- Sign Up to our Horse Racing Newsletter.
