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21 Feb
Horse Racing

The Big Four: Most Important Horse Racing Events in the UK

Britain's horse racing calendar features two distinct disciplines. Flat racing's main season runs from spring to autumn (April to October), with horses competing on level courses. National Hunt (jump racing) dominates from autumn through spring (October to April), with horses tackling hurdles and steeplechase fences.  While racing happens almost daily across Britain's dozens of racecourses, some events stand out. Below is an overview of major UK horse racing events – their history, significance, key details, and what makes each unique. The Grand National The Grand National is a four-mile battle of endurance where horses and riders face 30 fences, each with its...

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20 Feb
Horse Racing

Your Ultimate Guide to Cheltenham Festival 2025

Less than a month is left until the famous Cheltenham roar announces the start of the very first race of this year’s festival. One of the two largest and most important National Hunt events in the United Kingdom and horse racing world at large, it holds a central place not only in British sports, but cultural life as well.  Cheltenham Festival takes place every year in the third week of March and brings together some of the best horses, jockeys, and a motley crowd of spectators. This year Prestbury Park where the Cheltenham Racecourse is located will open its gates...

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12 Feb
Horse Racing

Cheltenham Festival 2025: Odds, Events, Predictions

Jump racing fans all over the world are counting days till the start of the Cheltenham Festival 2025. From 11 March to 14 March the town in the ceremonial county of Gloucestershire will welcome horses, jockeys, and spectators to one of the biggest highlights of the National Hunt race season.  As per tradition, the four day race will take place at the Cheltenham Racecourse at Prestbury Park and consist of a number of races, including the famous Gold Cup race. The prize money at stake in Cheltenham is the second biggest in British racing after the Grand National. The festival...

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10 Feb
Horse Racing

Ascot Chase Raceday | 15th February

The Ascot racecourse, located in Berkshire, England hosts several high-profile races every year, including the Royal Ascot. As with pretty much all racecourses across the UK, Ascot attracts a lot of fans for its jump races. And for good reason – this Grade 1 event has seen some renowned winners over the years like Kauto Star and Shishkin (both National Hunt Champions). Ascot has a rich history – it was established in 1711 by Queen Anne and has evolved over more than three centuries to become a premier venue for both flat and National Hunt racing. This month, Ascot’s racing calendar...

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05 Feb
Horse Racing

A Comprehensive Guide to Jump Racing

Jump racing is one of the two most popular horse racing varieties. In the UK it is officially referred to as the National Hunt Racing. Its origins go back to Ireland as far back as the 18th century. According to tradition, the very first recorded race of such kind took place between the Irish towns of Buttevant and Doneraile in 1752 over the distance of 4.5 miles (7.2 km).  The history of jump racing in the UK begins from 1839 when the first Grand National race was held at Aintree in Merseyside, England. Initially its distance was the same as...

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05 Feb
Horse Racing

All Ascot Gold Cup Winners By Year Since 1807 (Updated)

Steeped in over two centuries of tradition, the Ascot Gold Cup is one of the most prestigious races in the British flat racing calendar. First contested in 1807, this Group 1 race challenges the finest thoroughbreds over a demanding distance of two miles, three furlongs and 210 yards, making it a true test of speed, stamina, and class.  The Gold Cup, traditionally held on Ladies' Day, has crowned some of racing's most legendary champions, from Yeats' unprecedented four consecutive victories to the modern-day phenomenon Stradivarius. For those keen to follow the history of this illustrious race, we've compiled a complete and...

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04 Feb
Horse Racing

Upcoming Horse Races Overview: 5-12 February

History may not remember the date or the place of the very first horse race, but since ancient times we have had multiple records of horse racing conducted both as a sport and entertainment.  In Great Britain, horse racing is one of the longest established sports that enjoys uninterrupted popularity. Over time it has become more than just a recreational activity for the audience. Nowadays horse racing is a social event, deeply rooted in the culture. Two most common and also most popular types of horse racing around British racecourses are flat racing and jump racing.  Below you will find all...

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03 Feb
Horse Racing

What Does SP Mean in Horse Race Betting?

For anyone entering the betting world, learning the terminology is an essential step to better navigate the process and make informed decisions. And while some of said terminology can be confusing from the first glance, it can be easily explained. In this guide, we are going to look at SP, a concept that is used in many sporting events but is especially relevant in horse racing. We will discuss what SP means in betting, why you should know it, and how it can be used. What Does SP Stand For In Betting? SP stands for Starting Price, it is the final odds...

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11 Nov
Horse Racing

Cheltenham Gold Cup Winners

The Cheltenham Gold Cup is a prestigious event that is a significant part of the four-day Cheltenham Festival held in Britain. Racing enthusiasts throng to Cheltenham annually during March to witness this cultured jump race. It is considered to be one of the most challenging races for horses and permits only the ones aged five and above.  Speaking about the Cheltenham winners, the cup is typically won by horses between seven and nine years of age. If you are curious about who won the Cheltenham Gold Cup, this is your go-to guide as we have compiled all of these legendary...

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18 Oct
Horse Racing

October 21st Major Horseracing Preview

Autumn races in the UK are in full swing. Saturday’s races will see action in Ascot, Newton, and Catterick. On Monday, the action shifts to Wolverhampton, Southwell, Bath, Pontefract, and Plumpton. Below, we give you the major horse racing preview for October 21st, 2024. You can find the complete schedule here and learn how to bet on these fixtures. Bath Going: Heavy; Turf Races Scheduled at Bath for Monday, 21st October: Local Time Race Runners Distance 14:07 Download The Racecourse App Raceday Ready Amateur Jockeys' Handicap 18 runners,  class 6 2m 1f 24y 14:37 Get Raceday Ready Novice Stakes 12 Runners,  Class 5 5f 160y 15:07 Tips For Every Race At raceday-ready.com Nursery  13 Runners,  Class 6 5f 10y 15:37 Download...

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