Advertise in the June 2026 edition of Racing Ahead Magazine featuring Ascot

The June 2026 edition of Racing Ahead Magazine, featuring Ascot, is on sale from 28 May for 28 days, packed with...

2026 Punchestown Festival: Betway ambassador Paul Townend previews day two rides

It’s day two of the 2026 Punchestown Festival, and Betway ambassador Paul Townend previewing his four rides at the prestigious event.

Punchestown Festival 2026 set to decide who will be crowned Irish Champion Trainer 

Gordon Elliott is looking to be crowned Irish Champion Trainer, after finishing second 14 times. 

Jelka introduces advanced equine conditioning and rehabilitation systems to the UK

Jelka, a UK-based specialist in welfare-led equine facilities, has announced a new partnership with German manufacturer Sascotec to bring advanced conditioning...

Welcome to Racing Ahead – May 2026 Edition

Racing people are more used to uncertainty than most – the sport is built on it after all.

APPLE PICK ON WINNING TRAIL: Andy Ayres keeps an eye on the tracks and gallops for emerging talent

Andy Ayres tracks emerging talent from the gallops and racecourse paddocks

CHARLIE ON TRACK AND ON THE BALL: Nick Townsend talks to rugby-playing saddle star Charlie Johnston

So, what’s a leading young trainer to do on Grand National Saturday, a day when the stable has no Flat runners.

CHANCE MEETINGS FOR BEST CHANCES

Richard Eagle shares the chat from tracks and pays tribute to Miriam Francome Miriam Francome at home, inset below: Suzy Smith,...

GOOD LAD AT A NICE WEIGHT: Ben Morgan’s picks to follow for the Flat season

Ben Morgan picks out his ten to follow as the Flat season gets into full swing.

always a comic …BUT SERIOUSLY

Simon Nott talks to punter, pundit, broadcaster, comedian Ross Brierley When Simon Nott sat down to make a series of video...

SHOW GOES ON IN A STRAITS JACKET: Rolf Johnson sees racing defy desert storm but crumple in chill wind here

Rolf Johnson on acing amid a global turmoil.

Numbers game

Newmarket Grandstand PLACEPOT PETE A VERY warm welcome to the very first member of the PP Placepot Club (PPPC for short)...

Pot warming up

language when it was big wins, getting those like Donny Donna can Hi, After reading Placepot Pete each month I’m interested...

CAVIAR WAS A REAL LUXURY

Graham Buddry on Aussie track legend unbeaten in 25 races despite Ascot scare Statue of Black Caviar, Nagambie, Victoria, Australia Glow...

ROOD READY

Andy Newton reviews stats and trends from Chester’s historic track East India Dock ridden by Harry Davies wins Chester Cup 2025...

DANTE LIGHTS UP THE NORTH: Andy Newton shares the facts and figures in betting guide to York feast

Hot on the heels of the Chester May Meeting at the start of the month is the three-day York Dante Festival...

SPEEDING TO THE TEMPLE

Andy Newton looks at the facts and stats about Haydock’s May highlight Mgheera ridden by William Buick winning Templer Stakes at...

GUIDE TO THE DOGS

Francis Fitzgerald gladly shares experience with newcomers to the sport From Romford to Yarmouth, from Towcester to Newcastle, spectators watch the...

Punchestown Festival 2026: Dates, how to watch on TV, trainers and jockeys to watch 

The eyes of the racing world will turn to Ireland next week for the grand finale of the Irish National Hunt...

Field Of Gold set to make seasonal return at Sandown, says Barry Mahon

Royal Ascot winner Field Of Gold could make his seasonal bout at Sandown,  later this month, in the Bet365 Mile according...

Scottish Grand National 2026: Race analysis, betting preview and how to watch on TV

Ayr racecourse will take centre stage on Saturday, as the 2026 Scottish Grand National takes place just one week after the...

Australian racehorse trainer Charlotte Littlefield announced for 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup

Trailblazing Australian racehorse trainer and horseracing presenter Charlotte Littlefield is the first rider announced for the 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup.

Advertise in the May 2026 edition of Racing Ahead Magazine

The May 2026 edition of Racing Ahead Magazine, featuring the Guineas Festival and the Dante Festival, on sale 23rd April for...

ROSS BRIERLEY AND SIMON NOTT: TIME AND THE RIGHT PLACE

Simon Nott talks to punter, broadaster and stand-up comic Ross Brierley Our batting ring insider Simon Nott (SN) sat down with...

KEEP EYE ON LOOKAWAY: Andy Ayres’ hot prospects from last month

ASCOT February 14 (good-soft) 2m3f110y novices’ hurdle (Class 2) Impressive winner MONDOUI’BOY (Ben Pauling) looked a million dollars and landed some...

Welcome to Racing Ahead Magazine bumper Grand National edition for April 2026

After crowds thronged to Prestbury Park for a brilliant Festival spirit-warmer, we’re extra hot for the Aintree action.

SARA BRADSTOCK: RACING’S HEART OF OAKS – Nick Townsend talks to the trainer about loving memory and hope

Nick Townsend talks to Sara Bradstock about loving memory and hope In over three decades, Sara Bradstock’s compact yard, adjacent to...

CROWNING GLORY ON LILY AND DAD’S BIG DAY AT PLUMPTON: Richard Eagle sees Queen Camilla crown a family celebration

Richard Eagle sees Queen Camilla crown a family celebration at Plumpton When my mobile rang recently with an invitation to go...

Ian Heitman: ‘Billy’s not a kid anymore’ as Loughnane crowned champion

AIan Heitman on stars Loughnane, Tony Carroll and winter racing climax The final day of the 2025/26 All-Weather Championships, April 3,...

ROLF JOHNSON ON TIMEFORM SUPREMO: NO BULL IS OUR GREATEST LOSS

Rolf Johnson reflects on the life and times of formbook genius Phil Bull The Racing Post ran a series on professional...