Thunder’s Rumbling: Andy Ayres shares his pick of the month’s eyecatchers with More to come

Publish, Oxagon and Saratoga Gold are all nicely poised to challenge for top prizes in coming weeks as we pick over...

Morris looks major player: Ben Morgan shares his top 10 horses to follow in coming weeks’ racing

MORRIS DANCER - This 2yo is really growing on me. A positive debut run over an inadequate 6f was followed by...

WELCOME to Racing Ahead, full of tips, reviews and insights

It seems an age since torrential rain lashed racegoers and runners alike but failed to dampen spirits at Glorious Goodwood. Whirl...

Winners played ‘life’s handicap’: Rolf Johnson tribute to Antony Winlaw – ‘with apologies to Kipling’

Antony Roger Sebastian de Winton Winlaw; most associates knew him as ‘Winlaw’ (time was when surnames were the norm as the...

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...

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...

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...

DOGS BACK AT WOLVES: Dunstall Park teams up with top firm to build all-new greyhound track

The team that supports the Wimbledon Championships’ world-famous lawn tennis courts has been appointed to oversee the development of the UK’s...

EVERYONE’S A QUIN-NER! Syndicate aims to make racing ownership affordable for all

Greyhound racing has long held a special place in British sporting culture wit the sport’s blend of speed, competition, and atmosphere....

Graham Buddry: Fantastic Light sparkled beside the best

Graham Buddry recalls Fantastic Light shining bright in shadow of Galileo Each season is primarily remembered for one outstanding performer and...

John Anthony on July’s quickest: Grey Cuban shows clean heels

John Anthony puts stop watch on July’s leading quickies GREY CUBAN is a mile clear of any other horse this month...

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SAL BUMPS UP THE VOLUME: Paul Ferguson takes note as Henry de Bromhead starlet Salsinha flies in

When looking back at notable winners, or eye-catchers from the month of July I wouldn’t usually expect to start with a...

A Touch of Class

PLACEPOT PETE ONE thing I’ve noticed down the years is how the lower grade horses – Classes 5 and 6 –...

Harry Skelton: Six of the best across my career

Harry Skelton reflects on the horses that have shaped his life Harry Skelton has scaled the heights as a top-class jumps...

Out of the box

Your editor kindly published a piece of racing history in the form of a poem that I sent in (July issue)....

DOODLING COMES INTO THE PICTURE…

...But Andy Ayres reckons Headmaster can go top of his class for Haggas NEWBURY June 24 (good to firm) 6f two-year-old...

MARK OF THE TRUE WINNER

Nick Townsend with more insights from training legend Mark Johnston Mark and Charlie Johnston, and All trainers enjoy plucking some delicious...

SCALES WEIGHTED AGAINST THE FUN

Rolf Johnson lashes politicos and officials for misuse of regulatory whip THINGS are getting serious – time for a little levity:...

Welcome to Racing Ahead – August 2025 Edition

What a climax to the July action and there’s barely time to catch breath as August promises a glorious holiday-season climax....

W1NDSOR KNOT: Richard Eagle gets knocked back, but he’s up again and so is Olivia Jane

You can never get all you seek in life. Another attempt to gain the seemingly impossible ended in failure at a...

APPLE BLOSSOMS IN HQ’S JULY SUN: Ian Heitman sees Crimson Rose lead charge for Charlie’s young stars

Royal Ascot was a disappointing meeting for leading trainer Charlie Appleby whose only winner from 12 runners came courtesy of his...

Xander Brett: Swede dreams across bridge

Xander Brett follows young trainers taking their chances in Denmark It isn’t only Britain that has been awarding licences to a...

TOP DRAW ZOE BUCKED TREND

Andy Newton picks out the stats in big-money York handicap highlight The end of August is always showcased with the four-day...

AGE MATTERS: Andy Newton offers Stewards’ Cup Betting Guide to kick off the month

The five-day Glorious Goodwood meeting comes a tad earlier this year – running from Tuesday July 29 through to Saturday August...

HEER WE GO WITH ED ACE: Ben Morgan gives a shout for his top ten horses to follow this month

MGHEERA - Ed Walker’s flying filly looks sure to play a big part in August’s feature Sprint race, the Nunthorpe. Having...

Richard Eagle: Hardy folk at work in Dorset

Richard Eagle visits county yards and introduces filly Olivia Jane Until being told by Martin Clunes I hadn’t realised that the...

Welcome to Racing Ahead – July 2025 edition

AFTER a steady build-up, the sun rose high over summer racing at Royal Ascot with huge crowds enjoying superb action in...

SUCCESSION IS NEW SUCCESS: Nick Townsend finds Mark Johnston’s dynasty safe in Charlie’s hands

Succession can be a daunting process for the new prince in receipt of the crown. In the training ranks, too, a...

Skipped me back: Robert and Nina Bailey looking Glamorous

Robert and Nina Bailey, two of Chris Mason’s primary owners have also enjoyed some home-bred success with eight-time winner GLAMOROUS BREEZE,...