As September settles in, it is time for one of the most prestigious and awaited flat horse racing events to take centrestage. Betfred St Leger Festival 2026 is scheduled to take place between Thursday, 10 September and Sunday, 13 September at its traditional venue of the Doncaster Racecourse. It will include one of the glorious races of the British Classics, St Leger Stakes, as its headline. This year the race celebrates its 250th anniversary.
This year the St Leger Festival will open with The British Stallion Studs ‘Carrie Red’ EBF Fillies Nursery Handicap Stakes as its first race, while The...
Meet Marisha Kazaryan
Marisha Kazaryan
I was a storyteller for as long as I can remember myself. Inventing stories, characters, and worlds was something that came naturally. After completing my degree in English language and literature I worked as a translator and interpreter for quite some time, but to nobody’s surprise one day I turned my career in a different direction and became a writer. Things that make my day a win (besides a good story, of course): animals, good coffee, good music, good films, and the scent of the sea in the sunshine.
Areas of Expertise
Horse Racing
Oscars
Football
Betting Markets
iGaming
Major Tournaments
Writing Approach
A mantra I live by is “Everything is a story, you’re here to make its voice heard”. This is how I approach every writing assignment. Writing for sports and iGaming, I also think of finding the balance that will make my articles valuable for newbies and experts alike.
How Do You Stay Up to Date?
There are a lot of resources online that help you stay on top of things: from the official websites of horse racing and football league authorities to the largest sports news providers. In addition to that, it always pays off to follow credible forums and communities, especially when it comes to iGaming.
Featured Work & Quick Facts
- Rule 4 Deductions Explained: What Is Rule 4 in Horse Racing?
- Horse Racing Tips: How to Analyse Races & Improve Your Betting
- Lucky 15 Bet Explained: What It Is & How It Works in Horse Racing
- How to Bet on Horse Racing: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
- How Long Is a Baseball Game? By League & Level
- What Is a Trixie Bet? A Complete Guide to Accumulator Betting
- Drops and Wins Casino Games: How They Work and What to Expect
- Top Free Cricket Live Streaming
- Over 2.5 or Both Teams to Score? How to Choose Based on Stats
Education & Languages
- I hold a Master’s degree in English language and literature, as well as certificates in filmmaking and music video making.
- I speak fluent English, Russian, Georgian, Armenian, and Hindi, decent German, and currently study Korean and Italian.
