September 2, 2025
Remembering Sergeant Cecil: The Unlikely Champion Who Captured Hearts
Remembering Sergeant Cecil: The Unlikely Champion Who Captured Hearts
Sergeant Cecil. A gelding whose career was defined by patience, stamina, and a remarkable finishing kick, he became a symbol of resilience and enduring class under the astute training of Rod Millman.
August 29, 2025
Thurles Racecourse Secures Future with HRI Takeover Until March 2026
Thurles Racecourse Secures Future with HRI Takeover Until March 2026
In a very welcome development for Irish jump racing, Thurles Racecourse has been granted a reprieve from its planned closure. Following a productive meeting between Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) and the Molony family, the historic track will continue operations through March 2026, ensuring the fulfilment of its 11 scheduled fixtures for the 2025/26 season.
August 24, 2025
Bruce Raymond: A Racing Gentleman’s Final Furlong
Bruce Raymond: A Racing Gentleman’s Final Furlong
Bruce Raymond’s life in racing was defined not just by winners and trophies, but by grace, humour, and loyalty. When he passed away on 24 August 2025, aged 82, the sport lost not merely a fine jockey and astute racing manager, but one of its most cherished gentlemen and characters.
August 24, 2025
An Ebor Festival To Remember - Top Marks To William Derby and York Racecourse
An Ebor Festival To Remember - Top Marks To William Derby and York Racecourse
Last week’s Ebor Festival at York Racecourse was not only a feast of top-class flat racing. It was also a shining exemplar of customer experience done right.
