Chill-out time for Dettori in France as Italian misses York Ebor meeting
By Andrew Atkinson
Frankie Dettori remains in France after his decision to miss York's Ebor meeting that commences on August 19 paid off as he won on Mishriff and Palace Pier at Deauville - bagging a combined £400,000 winning purse...
Nicky Richards leads tributes to Kenny Rogerson (1930-2020)
By Andrew Atkinson
Trainer Nicky Richards has lead tributes following the passing of Kenny Rogerson, 90, who provided stable staff in Penrith, Cumbria, with food orders - while on horseback!
"Kenny Rogerson ran the village shop for over 20 years before...
SATURDAY RACING PREVIEWS
By Andrew Atkinson
NEWBURY Saturday - Cloth Cap and Kitty's Light Newbury G3 Ladbrokes Trophy Chase tilt
Newbury showcases the Grade 3 Ladbrokes Trophy Chase over 3 miles 1 furlong on Saturday with Cloth Cap (3.00) tipped each-way by fromthehorsesmouth.info.
Cloth Cap (12-1)...
MULLINS ENTOURAGE ROLLS ON TO CHELTENHAM!
Quote: 'We hope you enjoyed the Dublin Racing Festival as much as we did. We are delighted how well the horses ran' - Willie Mullins
By Andrew Atkinson
Trainer Willie Mullins entourage of race boxes mirrored that of train carriages...
Pearls Galore eyes Breeder’s Cup
By Andrew Atkinson
Paddy Twomey's four-year-old Pearls Galore could head for America in November, following her impressive show in the Prix de la Foret, when finishing 2 lengths behind Space Blues in the Group 1 at Longchamp in October.
“We were...
Winning tip Brian The Snail – anything but!
Quote: 'Riding in the mask isn't really nice, but we know the reasons behind why we have to wear them and will continue to do so' - jockey Tony Hamilton
By Andrew Atkinson
Brian The Snail - tipped - landed...
2020 Epsom Investec Derby and Investec Oaks – behind closed doors – set for...
Quote: 'These two Classics (Derby and Oaks) play a vital role. It is of great importance to go ahead, during this difficult period' - Delia Bushell, Group Chief Executive of the Jockey Club
By Andrew Atkinson
The Jockey Club have...
Cheltenham Festival Day 3 Thursday March 17
Elliott six-horse raid in G3 Pertempts Network Handicap Hurdle
By Andrew Atkinson
Bob Olinger (1.30) goes head-to-head with Galopin Des Obeaux on day three of the 2022 Cheltenham Festival in the Grade 1 Turners Novices Chase over 2m 3f on...
Johnson faces ‘triple-whammy’ in broken arm dilemma
By Andrew Atkinson Exclusive
Champion jump jockey Richard Johnson could face a 'triple-whammy' - after sustaining a broken arm at Exeter on Tuesday.
Johnson said last night he is confident he will be back in the saddle for the Cheltenham Festival,...
Eric saddles Harry’s Ridge Betway Handicap Newcastle win giving jockey Jason Hart 500th UK...
By Andrew Atkinson Exclusive
Eric Alston trained Harry's Ridge landed the 5 furlongs Betway Handicap (Division 1) at Newcastle on Friday night - to give jockey Jason Hart his 500th UK career win.
"I knew he was fit, but thought he...
HIGH RISK THREAT AT WARWICK
Appeal by Warwick racecourse to stay safe - stay away - during coronavirus lockdown
Quote: 'The actions of these individuals posed a high risk, not only to themselves, but to others in the local community'.
By Andrew Atkinson
Warwick's Classic...
Phil’s under starters ‘orders’ at The Green Oak!
By Andrew Atkinson
When it came to Christmas presents 2020 Pippa Kirby - wife of trainer Phil - based at Green Oaks Farm stables in Richmond, North Yorkshire, she planned more than under starters 'orders'!
"It was the best kept secret...
Focus on Trainer: CHRIS GORDON
By Andrew Atkinson
Trainer Chris Gordon is looking forward to the return of racing in June after the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in March.
"It's good to hear that they are starting racing again on June 1," said Gordon, based at Morestead...
Trainer Gordon Elliott apologises amid photo of himself sitting on dead horse
Quote: 'I was standing over the horse waiting to help with the removal of the body, in the course of which, to my memory I received a call and, without thinking, I sat down to take it. Hearing...
USA racing authorities to use their ‘Noggin’ ?!
By Andrew Atkinson racing correspondent fromthehorsesmouth.tips
GARY Stevens, a leading American jockey, who I met and interviewed during his riding career in the UK, has aired his views on the rising deaths of horses in America.
Gary, three times winner of...
Cigars helped keep Piggott at the top of racing
By Andrew Atkinson
THE next time you sit down to dine, stop and think about the 'starvation' that jockeys put themselves through, to make a weight.
Lester Piggot, 83, arguably the greatest Flat jockey ever, survived on a daily diet of...
BOB ON! Cheltenham Festival Day 2
Quote: 'Bob Olinger has great potential - he was 'sky high' - winning at Cheltenham is what it's all about' - Rachael Blackmore
By Andrew Atkinson
Bob Olinger (6-4) tipped by fromthehorsesmouth.info landed the opening race on day two at...
Haydock Park abandoned due to four inches of snow and rain
By Andrew Atkinson
Haydock Park's meeting December 30 has been called off - 48 hours in advance following heavy rain - and four-inches of snow falling!
"Unfortunately due to four inches of snow overnight and substantial rain on Boxing Day racing...
Aye Right out to land Scottish Grand National
By Andrew Atkinson
Sunday's Scottish Grand National (3.35) at Ayr sees 23 runners go to post lead by top weight 11st 12lb Lake View Lad trained by Nick Alexander.
Aye Right (11st 11lb) tipped by fromthehorsesmouth.info trained by Harriet Graham, has...
Saturday’s Racing’s round-up. Newbury
Newbury 16 -1 accumulator
By Andrew Atkinson
Clive Cox trained Aratus ridden by Adam Kirby completed a fromthehorsesmouth.info 16-1 four-horse accumulator at Newbury on Saturday when landing the C3 BetVictor Handicap over 7 furlongs.
Three-year-old Aratus made smooth headway two furlongs...
Mullins Thurles raid
By Andrew Atkinson
Willie Mullins fresh from a successful 2022 Cheltenham Festival saddles noted runners at Thurles on Saturday at the seven racecard meeting.
Fighter Allen (2.20) is tipped to win the Horses and jockeys Beginners Chase over 2m 6f.
Mark Walsh...
Remembering KEITH FLOYD
Quote: 'You can see by Keith's face he had a great night - the drinking continued into the early hours'
Andrew Atkinson talks to former amateur jockey, actor, musician and performing artist Gary Gibson Lennon, who rolled back...
Leopardstown fromthehorsesmouth.info 30-1 double
15-1 double at Market Rasen
12-1 double at Wolverhampton
4-1 double at Stratford
By Andrew Atkinson
Glounthaune (5-1) trained by Aidan O'Brien landed the Group 3 Stakes under J. A. Heffernan and Lunar Power (4-1) trained by Noel Meade won...
Saffron Beach tipped by fromthehorsesmouth.info lands Group 1 Kingdom of Bahrain Sun Chariot Stakes...
By Andrew Atkinson
Saffron Beach trained by Jane Chapple-Hyam and tipped by fromthehorsesmouth.info landed the Group 1 Kingdom of Bahrain Sun Chariot Stakes ridden by William Buick at Newmarket on Saturday.
Saffron Beach (5-1) who finished second in the 1,000 Guineas...
Namib Dancer will be very sorely missed after Huntingdon fatality
By Andrew Atkinson
Trainer Emma Lavelle has made a statement following the loss of six-year-old Namib Dancer after falling at Huntingdon on November 10.
"It was a very sad day for everyone here at Bonita Racing Stables, as well as for...
