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After pinpointing the first three home in the Ebor Handicap, John Arnold returns with two worth following in the final classic of the season as he dissects the St Leger. History: The St Leger Stakes, inaugurated in 1776, is the oldest Classic horse race in the world, held annually at Doncaster Racecourse. Established by Colonel Anthony St Leger as a way to promote horse racing in the area, the race was originally planned as a local event but quickly gained popularity, becomi

For the second week running, Mickael Barzalona and the famous colours of the Aga Khan stole the headlines as Rayif landed the Group 1 Prix Jacques le Marois. The complexion of the race changed dramatically last Tuesday following the shock announcement that unbeaten star Bow Echo had been retired and would therefore miss the Deauville showpiece. While the news came as a huge disappointment to racing fans across the globe, who had hoped to see more of the hugely talented colt,

Blue Bolt continued her outstanding summer at Deauville on Sunday, following up her Falmouth Stakes success with a second consecutive Group One victory in the Prix Rothschild. Sent off the 4/5 favourite, Andrew Balding’s four-year-old was made to work considerably harder than she had been at Newmarket three weeks earlier. Precise, beaten two lengths in the Falmouth, produced a much stronger challenge this time, but Blue Bolt once again proved too good, finding plenty under Co

One of the most prestigious handicaps of the year as this 1m6f contest headlines York's August meeting and pundit John Arnold takes an antepost look at the race. History: The Ebor Handicap is one of the most prestigious and longest-established horse races in the UK, held annually at York Racecourse as part of the York Ebor Festival. Established in 1843, the race was named after the historic city of York and the term "Ebor" derived from its Latin name, Eboracum. Initially cre

Our antepost expert John Arnold looks ahead to one of York's showpiece races of the year with the prestigious Group 1 Juddmonte International. Here's his breakdown for the 2026 renewal. History: The Juddmonte International Stakes is a prestigious Group 1 flat horse race held annually at York. Established in 1972, the race is named in honor of the Juddmonte Farms breeding operation, founded by the late Prince Khalid Abdullah. Originally run over a distance of one and a half mi

Racing remembers the pioneering horseman whose belief in communication over confrontation transformed approaches to horses worldwide. Monty Roberts, the legendary American horseman known worldwide as “The Man Who Listens to Horses”, has died aged 91, leaving a legacy that extends far beyond the racecourse. Born Marvin Earl Roberts in Salinas, California, in 1935, he grew up surrounded by horses. As a teenager, Roberts observed wild mustangs and became fascinated by the subtle

British racing has said goodbye to one of its outstanding riders after former champion jockey Jim Crowley announced his retirement from the saddle at the age of 48. It brings the curtain down on a remarkable career which took Crowley from the National Hunt weighing room to the very summit of Flat racing, where he became champion jockey and partnered some of the finest horses of his generation. Crowley’s retirement comes following the serious injuries he suffered in a fall at

In racing, loyalty is often measured in winners. At Amo Racing, it sometimes feels as though it's measured in weekends. David Egan's removal as Amo Racing's retained number one jockey marks yet another chapter in what has become one of the sport's most talked-about revolving doors. Before him came Kevin Stott. Before Stott, Rossa Ryan. Now the operation appears set to move towards a "best available" approach, with Rowan Scott remaining part of the team while the biggest ri

The Haskell Stakes was supposed to answer one question facing American racing: beyond Golden Tempo, who is the best three-year-old in the country? Instead, Monmouth Park produced one of the biggest upsets of the season, leaving the division looking more open than ever ahead of the Breeders' Cup. Few gave Baby Vino much chance beforehand, but the colt proved that familiarity with Monmouth Park, combined with a perfectly judged ride, could bridge the gap to the established star

Coming into the race on the back of an eye-catching victory in the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot, Thesecretadversary looked one of the few proven seven-furlong specialists in the field. Despite the step up in class from his Group Three success, the colt had little trouble handling the rise in quality, dictating matters from the outset under a confident Christophe Soumillon ride. The son of St Mark's Basilica gave trainer Fozzy Stack a deserved first European Group One success.

Another stellar weekend of racing at the Newmarket July Festival produced plenty of standout performances. We saw reputations soar, with the likes of Blue Bolt and Comanche Brave enhancing their profiles, while others, including Precise, left the meeting with questions to answer. However, it wasn't just the horses making headlines. Billy Loughnane once again enhanced his growing reputation by partnering Comanche Brave to Group 1 glory in the July Cup. The 20-year-old is enjoy

Constitution River: Just How Good Could the Coral Eclipse Winner Be? Last weekend's racing, as always, provided fascinating viewing and raised plenty of questions. From Carry The Flag winning the Listed Coolmore Stud Blackbeard Tipperary Stakes and One Number finishing placed in the Listed Pat Smullen Stakes at Naas, adding further strength to the Royal Ascot two-year-old form, to Calandagan landing the Group 1 Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud over a mile and a half, further fuellin

John Arnold returns with his advanced look to the July Cup as he aims to decipher the Group 1 sprint contest. The July Cup, held annually at Newmarket Racecourse, is one of the most prestigious sprint races in the British thoroughbred calendar. Usually taking place in early July, this Group 1 flat race is contested over a distance of six furlongs on the straight track, attracting the crème de la crème of sprinting horses from both the UK and abroad. Established in 1876, the

The Coral Eclipse is one of the most prestigious horse races in the United Kingdom, taking place annually at Sandown Park, located in Esher, Surrey. Established in 1886, this Group 1 flat race is run over a distance of one mile and two furlongs, and it typically attracts a field of top-class thoroughbreds from both the UK and abroad. The race is generally held in early July, serving as a pivotal moment in the British racing calendar, particularly for horses that excel at midd

Royal Ascot 2026 once again delivered world-class racing, thrilling finishes and future stars announcing themselves on the biggest stage. For the Racing Daily team, the meeting was also a profitable one, with several standout selections rewarding readers throughout the week. Here are the horses and moments that defined an unforgettable five days. Could Bow Echo Really Be Frankel 2.0? Few horses left Royal Ascot with a bigger reputation than Bow Echo, who preserved his unbeate

There are few things more important to the long-term health of British racing than maintaining the confidence of the betting public. Without punters, the sport simply does not function in its current form. That's why the extraordinary events that unfolded following Saturday's Derby at Epsom should concern everyone connected to racing – from the BHA and racecourse executives to owners, trainers, bookmakers and bettors alike. Twenty minutes after the biggest Flat race of the se

John Arnold returns for one of the biggest races in the British racing calendar as his attention turns to Epsom and one of the biggest classics. He discusses the history of such a big race and gives his thoughts on the 2026 renewal. History: The Epsom Derby, officially known as the Betfred Derby for sponsorship reasons, is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. The inaugural race took place on May 4, 1780, and was founded by the 12th Earl of Derby, Edward Smit

How a retired DCI Met Police Superintendent who’s protected the Royal Family, an accountant, a financial inclusion officer, a former amateur jockey turned fresh food distributor, a retail manager and a process manager beat the biggest tipsters in the UK and Ireland. You may have already heard that Racing Daily was recently crowned the 2025–2026 Racing Post Champion Press Tipsters, finishing top of a field of more than 50 tipsters. The competition features some of the most est

Racing Daily has officially been crowned the 2025–2026 Racing Post Champion Press Tipsters, marking a landmark achievement for a platform built entirely on passion and dedication. From Personal Blog to Racing Voice MD Rory Paddock The story of Racing Daily begins in 2012, when Managing Director Rory launched a personal racing blog. At the time, it was more than just a hobby—it was a way to cope with personal health challenges, providing focus, structure, and an outlet through

Boxing Day’s biggest race the King George VI Chase takes place at Kempton and John Arnold looks ahead to this prestigious contest in the latest instalment of the Antepost Angle. History: The King George VI Chase, inaugurated in 1937, is one of the most prestigious races in the National Hunt calendar, held annually at Kempton Park Racecourse on Boxing Day. Named in honour of King George VI, the race was initially established as a way to encourage public interest in jump racing