The favourites for the 2023 Grand National

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As we approach this year’s edition of the Grand National, horse racing fans will surely be assessing their list of potential candidates to make history at Aintree. One of the biggest days on the horse racing calendar, the National is a race with years of prestige and history, and to come out of it victorious is a mark of an exceptionally talented horse. Indeed, those assessing the horse racing betting odds will have a tough time predicting a winner, simply down to the unpredictability the National provides.  Last year saw…

Paul Nicholls confirms Aintree plans

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Betfair ambassador Paul Nicholls confirms his Aintree plans for Cheltenham Gold Cup second Bravemansgame and reflects on shock 50-1 weekend winner Champion trainer and Betfair ambassador Paul Nicholls talks about Bravemansgame and his shocking 50/1 winner who he initially thought had “no chance. Bravemansgame set for Aintree Bowl test “Bravemansgame is on course for the Aintree Bowl on April 13. I am schooling 18 horses on Tuesday who are possibles for Aintree, including Stage Star, Hitman and Magic Saint – I could go on and on. “We will get them…

Free Horse Race Systems: Tips and Tricks for Success

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If you’re a fan of horse racing, you may be interested in finding free horse race systems to help you pick winners and increase your chances of success. While there is no guaranteed way to win at the races, there are some strategies and tips that can help you make more informed bets and improve your overall results. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the best free horse race systems and offer advice for using them effectively. Understand the basics of horse racing Before diving into free horse race…

The Irish and Their Love for Horse Racing

The Irish have proudly bred and trained powerful thoroughbred horses for over a century that compete worldwide in prestigious horseracing events. Horse racing may be as old as the act of riding the beast itself. And pitting two horses against each other in a contest of speed, strength, and endurance is as ancient as Ireland. The Emerald Island, known as modern-day Ireland, supports 26 racetracks, including the prestigious Curragh and Laytown Seaside Venue. If you want to bet on horse races, you’ll find plenty of opportunities near your location and…

From support act to thrilling highlight: A short history of the Aintree Bowl 

From support act to thrilling highlight: A short history of the Aintree Bowl image reflecting horse racing in black and white. Photo by Pardeep Bhakar on Unsplash

The 2023 Grand National is almost upon us as punters from around the UK and indeed the globe get ready to make the trip to Aintree Racecourse for the world’s most iconic steeplechase. Of course, this isn’t the only attraction of the three-day festival, with the Aintree Bowl also one of the highlights of the event. Before we get into the intriguing history of this race, let’s first look at the odds on the favourite horses tipped to win it in 2023. The runners and riders for the 2023 Aintree…

Italian horse racing now available in North America

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Italian horse racing across North America, with live Harness racing action from Milan, is now available thanks to Australia’s biggest wagering and entertainment company, Sky Racing World. This historical moment also benefits from the commingling of pari-mutuel wagering B-pools, facilitated by Sky Racing World, via Premier Gateway International (PGI). In February 2023, Sky Racing World and Epiqa (part of the Snaitech Group) announced the news of entering into a multi-faceted agreement to distribute Italian racing worldwide. The offering includes Thoroughbred, and Harness racing from eleven racetracks around Italy, including the…

Can Galopin Des Champs become a Cheltenham great?

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Galopin Des Champs delivered a dominant win for Willie Mullins in the Cheltenham Gold Cup, timing his surge down the stretch to perfection to claim the crown. It was the third time in the last five years that Mullins triumphed in the race, having failed to win the Gold Cup at Cheltenham before Al Boum Photo rode to success in 2019. Al Boum Photo reeled off a second win in a row in 2020 before Henry de Bromhead’s Minella Indo and A Plus Tard stole the show in back-to-back years.…

Racehorse Syndicates Explained

All You Need to Know About Racehorse Syndicates

All You Need to Know About Racehorse Syndicates If you are curious about racehorse syndicates and how they work, this article is for you! Here, we’ll cover all the essential information about racehorse syndicates, from what they are to the benefits of being part of one. What is a racehorse syndicate? A racehorse syndicate is an arrangement whereby several individuals jointly own a racehorse. It allows individuals to pool resources and share the costs, risks and rewards of owning a racehorse. It’s an ideal option for those who want to…

Cheltenham Festival Day 4 Tips: Conflated can cause an upset

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We are now fully into the swing of things at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival, so it’s time to look ahead to Day Four. We’ll look at each race and give you our Cheltenham day 4 tips. It’s the final day of the festival, and it’s the big one, it’s Cheltenham Gold Cup day. Which of the Gold Cup horses will earn the biggest roar from the crowd? The fourth and final day of the festival is certainly not all about the Gold Cup, though. There are six other excellent races…

Cheltenham Festival can pique Grand National interest

Cheltenham Festival can pique Grand National interest

It may be commonplace for Grand National contenders to run at the Cheltenham Festival beforehand, but this year could be extra special thanks to Noble Yeats and Hewick. While most Grand National runners tend to run in the Cross Country Chase, as Delta Work is doing, both Noble Yeats and Hewick will be taking on the likes of Galopin Des Champs and Bravemansgame in the Gold Cup, with the hope of completing an unlikely Gold Cup-Grand National double. Winning both races is an unsurprisingly rare feat, with L’Escargot the most…

Cheltenham Festival: Standout performers over the years in the Queen Mother Champion Chase

Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham Festival

As the feature race of day two, once the Queen Mother Champion Chase gets underway, you know you are right in the thick of the action at the Cheltenham Festival. The unrivalled racing meeting is one of the most eagerly anticipated events on the sporting calendar, and the 2023 edition will be no different, as thousands pack into the stands at Prestbury Park to watch the races unfold. With the Festival drawing ever closer, fans are beginning to analyse the 2023 Queen Mother Champion Chase with particular interest. It’s a…

Cheltenham Tickets: Score your day out at the 2023 Festival

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The Cheltenham Festival is now just under a week away and the anticipation among racing fans is pulpable. We’re hear to talk Cheltenham tickets. Many racegoers have had their tickets booked for months, but if you’re looking to get in on the action just before the off, are their tickets still available? Cheltenham Tickets So you want to get your hands on Cheltenham Festival tickets, with less than a week to go? Well, you’ll need to pay a little bit more than the standard price, that’s for sure. First things…

Hewick – The Bargain Basement Buy Chasing Gold Cup Glory

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Horse racing is far from an exact science. Huge amounts of money are banded about in the hope of finding a top-level racehorse that can provide owners, trainers, and jockeys, with some of the greatest days of their lives. Sometimes these huge sums of money stumped up for a potential star of the track can be money well spent, but the majority of the time the outlay proves to be wasted money, as the horse fails to reach the expected heights placed upon him. On the other side of the coin,…

What Are the Major Horse Racing Events in France?

What Are the Major Horse Racing Events in France?

Horse racing is one of the most lucrative sports in the world, with millions of people across the world heading to a day at the track to watch some of the biggest races on the calendar. France is a country that is extremely passionate about horse racing, and the country hosts some of the biggest races on the calendar throughout the calendar year. These races are among the most popular with customers at Jeuxdecasinoenligne.org, who are looking to wager on the biggest names in the sport. But, what are some…

Who Are The Champs Of The French Races?

Who Are The Champs Of The French Races?

Few sports are more popular in France than horse racing. Racing occurs throughout the calendar year, as it does in the United Kingdom, with action over jumps taking place in the winter months before all focus shifts to the flat stars in the summer. There have been several spectacular horses and jockeys who have represented France in the sport throughout history. So who are some of the most powerful figures to have ever represented France in horse racing? Baracouda  There are few more celebrated French National Hunt horses in history…

Understanding the Factors that Influence Horse Racing Results

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Horse racing, a sport that draws millions of followers each year, is also an important contributor to the revenue of horse breeding companies. Horse racing is believed to have originated in Arabia and was spread west by the Romans. Horse racing is a competition that relies heavily on the skills of riders and horses, yet victory cannot be assured solely through skill alone. During the Middle Ages, it gained popularity in England, often associated with nobility and royalty similar to the popularity gained by online games such as online slots NetBet in…

Jim Lewis, Owner of Triple Cheltenham Gold Cup Winner Best Mate, dies

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Tributes are pouring in for Jim Lewis, the owner of racehorse legend Best Mate, who passed away at the age of 88 on Sunday 26/02/23.  Born in Birmingham in June 1934 Lewis was best known as the owner of Best Mate, an an Irish-bred, English-trained racehorse who, in 2004, became the first horse since Arkle to win three Gold Cups, taking the title in 2002, 2003 and 2004. Lewis was also the owner of Edredon Bleu, winner of the 2000 Queen Mother Champion Chase and 2003 King George. His horses ran in the…

Who will reign supreme in the Ryanair Chase?

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While it may not hold the prestige of the four main races at the Cheltenham Festival, the Ryanair Chase still remains a prominent fixture that National Hunt racing fans follow with great interest at the four-day Prestbury Park meeting. The two-mile and five-furlong race has seen some memorable performances since its inception in 2005 – with the likes of back-to-back champions Albertas Run and Allaho just a couple of the multiple quality horses to take home the spoils in the Grade 1 affair. This year’s renewal was shaping up to…

Cheltenham 2023: Best Bets for the Festival

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The upcoming Cheltenham Festival will provide punters with plenty of betting opportunities throughout the prestigious four-day meeting. The Cheltenham betting markets are always hugely competitive, which can make it extremely difficult for bettors to make a profit. Most of the big handicaps present an impossible puzzle for punters, but some of the graded events are a little easier to unravel from a form perspective. With that in mind, we have scoured the 2023 Cheltenham Festival ante-post markets to identify our four best bets for the meeting. Honeysuckle – Mares’ Hurdle With Constitution…

Minella Times retires from sport after injury ends his racing career

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Grand National winner Minella Times retires from sport after injury ends his racing career.  Top racehorse, Minella Times, who famously carried Rachael Blackmore to win the Grand National in 2021, has retired from racing this week. The ten-year-old, owned by JP McManus and trained by Henry de Bromhead was preparing for the 2023 Grand National when he experienced a ‘setback’, picking up an injury on Monday 20th January 2023. Trainer Henry said that the setback led to the decision to retire the horse.  Riding Minella Times, not only was Rachael…

Five Value Contenders to Bet on Cheltenham Festival 2023

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Bet on Cheltenham Festival 2023 – 5 Value Contenders It’s never too early to bet on Cheltenham Festival 2023. This helpful betting guide outlines the ante-post value ahead of the biggest four days in jumps racing: Appreciate It – (Arkle Challenge Trophy, March 14) Trainer: Willie Mullins Cheltenham Festival Odds: 5/1 The Arkle market has long been dominated by Jonbon, and with just cause. Nicky Henderson’s novice chaser has looked supremely good over fences this season and is an utterly worthy favourite. But surely, at least from the perspective of…

The Top Horse Racing Events to Bet on in 2023

Horse Racing Events to bet on 2023

Horse racing has long been one of the top sports to bet on, with major events throughout the year. While the Grand National attracts casual punters who rarely have a flutter, fans of the sport of kings are perhaps more likely to be looking forward to the Cheltenham Festival every March. When browsing for the best horse racing betting sites, BettingLounge.co.uk is a handy resource to use. But what are the top five horse racing events to bet on in 2023? Let’s take a look. With more than a dozen Grade One…

Preview: Kimblewick Hunt Point-to-Point Meeting, Kingston Blount

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By Russell Smith ALAN Hill could run last year’s winner, Polydora, and Diplomate Sivola as he bids to add to his impressive record in the INEOS Grenadier Home Counties Grand National Mixed Open at the Kimblewick Hunt (February) meeting at Kingston Blount, near Chinnor, on Saturday (12pm). Polydora, ridden by owner Guy Myddelton’s son, Harry, gave the Oxfordshire trainer his seventh success in the four-mile marathon when handing out a 25-length beating to sole rival Skipthecuddles last March. Last time out, the 11-year-old was fourth, beaten ten lengths behind Just…

The Race That Stops A Nation

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There are few races in the world that have the ability to pause the entire country. However, one of the races on the international calendar that can do just that is the Melbourne Cup. The prestigious race is held annually on the first Tuesday in November, and it is commonly known among racing lovers in Australia, as the ‘Race that Stops the nation’. It has been the richest two-mile race on the flat in the world for a number of years, and it is also one of the most lucrative…