The Cheltenham Festiva, is the biggest week in the National Hunt racing calendar, where the best horses, trainers and jockeys come together across four days of top class racing. While every race has its own story, history often leaves clues about the type of horse most likely to succeed, statistically at least. In this article, […]
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Introduction Flat racing has always been as much about tactics as talent, and in 2025 one particular tactic has come sharply into focus: the use of pacemakers. Once a niche ploy reserved for select races, pacemakers are now a regular feature in major Group 1 contests, shaping the way top-level horses test their stamina, rhythm,
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Executive Summary Horse racing in the UK represents both a historic cultural institution and a significant economic sector, contributing billions to the national economy through employment, tourism, betting revenues, and rural development. However, the sport faces increasing scrutiny regarding its social licence to operate, environmental impact, and capacity to remain economically viable amid changing public
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Introduction In the world of flat horse racing, few names command as much respect and attention as Charlie Appleby and Aidan O’Brien. Representing two of the sport’s most powerful operations — Godolphin and Coolmore respectively — these elite trainers consistently shape the outcome of Britain and Ireland’s most prestigious races, with hundreds of Group 1s
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