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But the road hasn't always been clear for one of Newmarket's most popular residents, speedbumps and obstacles needing to be overcome in much the same way Chapple-Hyam has battled with his mental health for a number of years. While Frankie Dettori was treating the Epsom crowd to a flying dismount following Authorized's brilliant Derby rout in 2007,…

Desert Crown: was ridden by his big-race jockey Richard Kingscote on the watered gallop Cazoo Derby ante-post favourite Desert Crown delighted connections in his last serious piece of work before Epsom in a specially-arranged gallop in Newmarket on Thursday morning. The Dante Stakes winner was ridden by his big-race jockey Richard Kingscote on the…

The San Francisco 49ers take a 10-game win streak into the NFL Playoffs and face a familiar foe, hosting Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks in a Wild Card Weekend matchup on Saturday. The Niners swept the Seahawks during the regular season, winning 27-7 at home in Week 2 and 21-13 in Week 15. Seattle went 3-5 in the final eight weeks, sneaking…

An incredible rise through the ranks in 2022, which included victories in the Bet365 Gold Cup and Galway Plate, as well as an agonising final-fence exit in the Kerry National when looking set to carry topweight to success, endeared Hewick to the racing public, and his reputation soared again when capturing the American Grand National at Far Hills…

Stan "Tiny" Hill, who has died aged 92, was one of the toughest All Blacks of his era, and was once dropped from the side for being "too physical" when he knocked out a South African opponent; when New Zealand lost the next Test match, he was swiftly restored to the team and his abrasiveness helped them to win the series. He played 19 times for the…

Monday's NSW meetings are at Moruya and Gilgandra and no surprise we'll be dealing with good tracks at both venues. MORUYA BEST BET Race 2 No. 4: Quire Belied her $41 SP on debut when splitting a couple of handy types at Goulburn. Go well. NEXT BEST Race 6 No. 3: Kattegat Was off his game on the Town Plate Prelude but too good around here to punish…

T20 leagues have grown so popular that many countries have come up with a franchise-based tournaments, all thanks to the Indian Premier League. South Africa is all set to commence its new T20 league as the inaugural SA20 tournament will kick start on Tuesday, January 10, at the iconic Newlands Stadium where MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals will square…

It all comes down to this! The College Football Playoff will kick off between an enticing matchup in the Fiesta Bowl between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Michigan Wolverines. Join us for our College Football odds series where our TCU-Michigan prediction and pick will be made. For a short few days, TCU's playoff odds hung in the balance after…

The Triple Crown series of the Kentucky Derby (May 1), Preakness Stakes (May 15), and Belmont Stakes (June 5), are reminders of a time when horse racing was a central attraction in American life. Horse power was the most-used engine of its day, for riding, hauling, stagecoach and trolley. There was approximately one horse for every three people,…

As racegoers hit the town, here's some of the highlights of today's Grand National Day. Tiger Roll wins historic Grand National Spotted at the races And here's a mixtape of songs on the train back from Aintree to see you on your way. Reporter Catherine Murphy has been capturing the sing song on the way home. And of course, everyone's been…

The 8-4 Miami Dolphins will take on the 6-6 Los Angeles Chargers Sunday night in a battle between two of the most talented rosters in the AFC. The Dolphins have been the talk of the town this season with a standout win over the Buffalo Bills and a high-powered offense led by Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle. The Chargers have an…

World Cup viewership will be available tomorrow, and I expect Fox to set a record with Argentina's win over France. This is the last SBJ Media of 2022. I'll be back with a new issue Jan. 9, just before the CFP National Championship kickoff. My 2023 predictions column focused mainly on how upcoming rights deals will look, from NFL Sunday Ticket and…

A taste of the accommodation that will be available to festival racegoers in March A fan village with a capacity for 300 racegoers is to be built for the Cheltenham Festival in March, with organisers hoping to offer racegoers a cheaper alternative to soaring hotel prices. The village - the first of its kind for racing - will be located on a…

Victor Wembanyama is a once-in-a-generation prospect who has the potential to contend for MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in the not so distant future. Welcome to the Wemby Show. Next season will mark the beginning of a potentially historic career: at least, that's what the NBA Draft hype machine would have you believe. Expectations for Victor…

He would like to think it's possible. That if everyone - and he means everyone - worked together, Las Vegas could one day host a College Football Playoff championship game. John Saccenti is correct in that the town has everything needed to stage such a moment. It has the hotel rooms and stadium and a destination that is easily accessible from all…

Summerhill College have reached two Connacht Schools Senior Cup finals in the last three years, but they have still to win one, and ten-time champions Sligo Grammar remain the traditional rugby school in the county. hey haven't been in a Senior Cup decider since 2014, when they won it. And at junior level Sligo Grammar have won seven titles - their…

Nottingham Forest fan Charlie Fellowes enjoyed a successful weekend when cheering his beloved team to Championship play-off final glory at Wembley - and the trainer is hopeful for another as he saddles his first-ever runner in the Cazoo Derby in Grand Alliance. The three-year-old is owned by Paul and Susan Roy, whose colours have carried previously…

In Plymouth, residents have already had their say about a proposal by a Boston developer to build a thoroughbred racetrack in their community. Hardwick residents will get to decide on a thoroughbred racing proposal early in January. While both had the potential of bringing thoroughbred racing back to Massachusetts (Suffolk Downs closed in 2019),…

Well, time to round up our live coverage from an epic four days. From the moment Constitution Hill romped home to huge cheers in the opening race on Tuesday, the action and atmosphere have both been electric. It's been a pleasure keeping you all updated and thank you so much for following. It has been a Festival for the ages. Last year, crowds…

In an extract from the 2023 Racing Post Annual, editor Nick Pulford looks back at Flooring Porter's second Stayers' Hurdle victory St Patrick's Day at lockdown Cheltenham was a quiet affair but it was a different story when the doors reopened at the 2022 festival. The partying was raucous and long, in the old tradition, and at the centre of it all…

Once the 2022 World Series got over, the MLB off-season has become a hot topic in the town. And thanks to Aaron Judge and the free agency chaos that the slugger has successfully fashioned after a sensational 2022 season, the entertainment has gone nowhere from the MLB world. Analogous to that, while the Yankees have offered a massive contract to…

Sky-rocketing hotel prices during Cheltenham Festival week are up as much as 1185 per cent from standard rates with a four-night stay costing at least £2810 with leading hotel chains during jump racing's biggest event. The chairman of the Horseracing Bettors Forum (HBF), a body representing the interests of punters, criticised hotels for taking…

IT'S known as the Sport of Kings for a reason. Horse racing's close ties with the Royal family date back to the days of the Great Fire of London. According to history buffs, King Charles II was'never happier' than on his regular visits to Newmarket, where he would relax on the heath watching horses galloping up Warren Hill. He established the…

BUCKLE up and prepare for lift off as supersonic Flightline seeks equine immortality. The Breeders' Cup at Keeneland features Euro stars like Highfield Princess, Nashwa, Tuesday and Modern Games. But there is no doubt Flightline's date with destiny in the Classic is the talk of the town. I'm lucky enough to bring you all the interviews for the…

Online cricket betting has become an obsession for many and an easy way to make money. When Chitti* looks at his mobile phone during the day, he's rarely making a call, playing a game or watching a video. Instead, he's staring at his cricket live view (score) mobile apps. 28-year-old Chitti, a native of Miryalaguda town in Telangana's Nalgonda…

28-1 shot Johan gives Mick Channon and Silvestre De Sousa unexpected victory in Lincoln Handicap at Doncaster JOHAN put one in the back of the net for former football ace and now trainer Mick Channon when landing the SBK Lincoln on the opening day of the turf Flat season at Doncaster. Partnered by Silvestre de Sousa, the 28-1 shot proved strong for…

A BRONZE statue of Queen Elizabeth II has been sold for £173250 to a racing-mad businessman who was a'great admirer' of the late monarch. Loaded Hong Kong-based entrepreneur Marc Chan has revealed the incredibly touching reasons why he paid the six-figure sum at auction. The maquette, sold at Tattersalls in Newmarket, showed the late Queen with a…

The Cox Plate (2040m) is regarded as the best race on the Australian calendar and the 2021 edition rolls around this Saturday at the Valley, attracting an intriguing field of ten runners, including two internationals. Down below is a speed map, runner preview and $100 betting strategy for the 2021 Cox Plate. 2021 Cox Plate Speed Map Callsign Mav…

Flemington Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located in Melbourne, Victoria. It is the home of the prestigious Melbourne Cup race, which is run over a distance of 3200 meters and is known as "the race that stops a nation." But how did Flemington get its name? Let's take a look! Nestled in Melbourne, Australia's Victoria state lies the…

The best two minutes in Australian sport is how racing fans down under describe the Cox Plate, and with the race growing in stature world wide, those from overseas are becoming more interested in claiming the WFA championship of Australasia. Here at Justhorseracing, we've put together a preview of key runners likely to take their place in the 2021…

After much assumption an undefeated Michigan will meet an undefeated Ohio State in Columbus. Is it for all the marbles though? The talk of the town is, can a 1-loss Michigan or Ohio State still get into the college football playoff? Also, we saw former No. 5 Tennessee's playoff hopes drown away in a South Carolina beat down. Lots of talking heads…

When it comes to pregame experience, nothing beats college football. The tailgating and build-up is more important than the actual games in some towns, and everyone wants bragging rights as the top partiers in conference. These tailgating and pregame traditions/rituals become engrained in the campus and town itself, showing off for visiting fans…

The crowd were captivated by last year's Derby finish, won by Wings Of Eagles (near side), and we're in for another mouthwatering contest this week It's a week that is all about Epsom on Saturday and the race that every breeder, owner, trainer, stable staff and jockey dreams of winning - not forgetting the occasional punter! Here's the racing…

As the clock hit zero on Sept. 10 in College Station, App State took down another top 10 team on the road, 15 years after the historic win against Michigan. As the season nears its end, players and fans have since gotten a chance to look back at the game that shocked the college football world and how the Mountaineers carry the legacy. "I would say…

The talk of the town has been the extreme winter conditions coming to Buffalo over the weekend. The Bison City is expected to be hit with 48 to 72 inches of snow on Sunday, which posed a problem for two NFL teams set to scrap in the supposed snowstorm. The Cleveland Browns and Buffalo Bills were scheduled to square off at Highmark Stadium in New…

The talk of the town has been the extreme winter conditions coming to Buffalo over the weekend. The Bison City is expected to be hit with 48 to 72 inches of snow on Sunday, which posed a problem for two NFL teams set to scrap in the supposed snowstorm. The Cleveland Browns and Buffalo Bills were scheduled to square off at Highmark Stadium, but the…

2022-03-02Which 20 clubs would make up the strongest possible Premier League - does your team make the cut? We're not talking about which teams currently have the best players - more of a look at who would bring most to the table, including tradition, trophies, wealth and, of course, fans. Will your club make the cut? Let's take a look… Based…

With their season hanging in the balance, the third and final baseball playoff game of the scheduled Saturday slate will have everything on the line as the Los Angeles Dodgers battle it out with their division rivals in the San Diego Padres. Join us for our MLB odds series where our Dodgers-Padres Game 4 prediction and pick will be made. Who…

Although most of the Premier League's contingent is gearing up for the World Cup in Qatar, the hierarchy at a number of clubs will be assessing their options heading into the January transfer window once the feast of international football is finished. For many of the league's bigger clubs, the re-opening of the transfer window provides an…

Could there be a Queensland'victory' in the 2022 edition of The Kosciuszko? No way, you'll say, given that the $2 million event, the richest race in the world restricted to country horses, is strictly only for country horses trained in New South Wales, … but do you seriously think Queensland won't claim the win if Far Too Easy wins New South…

1.5pts Brighton to win at 9/10 (10Bet) Three straight victories for the first time since the opening month of the season have made Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi the toast of the town after a sluggish start to his tenure. With the wind firmly in their sails going into this final round of Premier League fixtures before the World Cup, Brighton…

Cheltenham: aiming to promote better crowd behaviour this weekend Cheltenham is seeking to promote better behaviour from racegoers outside the course at this week's Paddy Power meeting after locals complained of punters urinating and defecating in public places between the town centre and the track during the Cheltenham Festival. Extra staff will…

Well, well, well… if it isn't the Battle of Alberta! One of the most historic rivalries in the entire sport, a rematch of last year's Western Conference semifinals will be the talk of the town as the Edmonton Oilers go to war against the Calgary Flames. let's take an exclusive look at our NHL odds series where our Oilers-Flames prediction and pick…

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner and even though it will not be perfect beer garden weather this year, locals will still be keen to get out and about so that they can cheer on the Three Lions with fellow supporters. If you are looking for somewhere you can go to in Rugby and watch a game with a pint, below are some…

Britain's No. 1 player Emma Raducanu announced her withdrawal from the Billie Jean King Cup finals last week as she is yet to recover from a recent wrist injury. In her absence, 95th-ranked Harriet Dart will lead the team under the guidance of Anne Keothavong. Others to feature for Great Britain include Katie Boulter, Heather Watson and doubles…

The Grade 1 Ballerina Handicap is a Breeders' Cup "Win and You're In" race, which offers entry into the F&M Sprint (G1). Analysis of the race below...

Arizona is in the early stages of legal sports betting, and we are on hand to make you aware of some the top racebooks ahead of the Breeders Cup this week! Better yet, anyone in the US can open an account and claim any one of the welcome offers listed in this article. Read on to see how you can claim BetOnline's $1000 matched deposit bonus, which…

It's that time of the year again! Welcome to midweek #MACtion season! There is football on your screen on Tuesday and Wednesdays again. It's always a fun time of the year when the MAC moves to the forefront of national exposure on weeknights, where bizarre outcomes and stat-lines are produced, and stars like Jordan Lynch, Jaret Patterson, and Maxx…

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Fifty-two years this past August, my father became the Publisher of The Richmond Daily Register which was the name of the local paper in 1970 and moved our family to Richmond, Kentucky. Next, my father became a proud owner of a few thoroughbred mares, and I was introduced to horse racing. For most, it is either love at first sight or not really…