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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

Alan Morris gives his best bets this Thursday with selections from Musselburgh and Chepstow. 15.50 MUSSELBURGH Krissy has struck up a good partnership with Rhys Elliott and the improving 5yo mare can go in again here for the in-form Jim Goldie yard. Although she has form over further she won over course and distance here two runs ago and as a front-runner her jockey should keep this simple. Mismerald looks to be ready to strike soon as does Glasses Up over a little further.

Dean Kilbryde previews the best of Thursday action in Paris. 17:58 PARISLONGCHAMP – PRIX DU PALAIS-ROYAL Lazzat arrives here with arguably the strongest recent Group form in the field and once again looks set for a major showing back over seven furlongs. Jerome Reynier’s five-year-old has been running consistently at Pattern level throughout the past twelve months and shaped particularly well when third in stronger company on his latest start, staying on steadily after brief

Liam Hall previews action from Warwick and Yarmouth as he pinpoints his best bets this Wednesday. 16:30 WARWICK Alibaba was heavily backed when winning last time om debut for Adrian Keatley, up 9lb but Oakley Brown claims 5lb here. Likely to not be far away. Karthala is one thst needs close monitoring in the betting on handicap debut for a yard more than capable of a handicapping one. Onehundredneighty looks potentially very well handicapped now joining Ben Pauling, likely t

Alan Morris pinpoints two runners from last week you need to ensure you follow and put into your trackers. FOLK PAGEANT (C JOHNSTON) Folk Pageant has shown good form from day one despite looking in need of further in line with her breeding and stuck on well to win again over 10f at Newmarket. The 3yo filly was rated only 71 there and has scope for further progress. The daughter of derby winner Masar is a full sister to a 10f winner as was her dam and 12f should suit. The onl

Sam King previews two races from Lingfield this Tuesday as he pinpoints a pair of runners not to ignore. 14:10 LINGFIELD Hengest looked to appreciate going up in trip when winning at Windsor last time out and he certainly appeals as being feasibly treated under the 5lb penalty. This gelded son of Classic winner Night Of Thunder was making his first outing in handicap company when successful eight days ago, so it's fair to say there could be plenty more to come, while the for

Matt Polley heads to Windsor as he pinpoints two runners worth backing to kick start the week. 18.10 WINDSOR Chimes Of Thunder will certainly be popular. A typical improver from Somerville lodge, who went very close to winning at Haydock last time. Withtearsinmyeyes had every chance last time, but should run well again, however, a chance is taken with the slightly more exposed Tahalel. She’s by Blue Point but there’s stamina on the dam side, and this prominent racer should

It's the third and final day of York's May Dante Meeting and with five live races from the Knavesmire shown live on ITV plus an additional race from Newbury we preview every one right here. 14:20 YORK Pacific Mission arrives with some of the strongest form on offer following a close effort in the United States when last seen and commands obvious respect. However, the lack of a recent run is a slight concern in what looks a competitive contest. So Regal has made an excellent

Rory Paddock tackles day two of York's meeting with the Dante Stakes the showpiece race on Thursday. With action from both York and Salisbury Rory previews every live race shown on ITV. 14:20 YORK A typically competitive sprint opens ITV’s York coverage, with 22 runners set to charge down the Knavesmire over the minimum trip. Corolla Point and course-and-distance winner Air Force One head the market and both hold obvious claims, though in a field of this size value may lie e

Alan Morris focuses his attention away from Thursday's ITV action and pinpoints two runners worth backing at decent odds. 14.08 SALISBURY Mumayaz has been running well back with Tony Carroll and won comfortably last week, his 4lb penalty should not hold him back in this form. Safari Dream is respected as a double course and distance winner in fair form and the two market leaders have two of the more experienced apprentice jockeys on board. MUMAYAZ (WIN) 14.33 PERTH Largy For

Liam Hall and Dean Kilbryde pinpoint races away from Wednesday's live ITV action across different meetings as they hunt down winners to bash the bookmakers. 16:28 YARMOUTH Both of Noble Guest’s two career victories have come over course and distance with David Egan in the saddle and after an encouraging third under Harry Burns last time out, his first run since October, he is reunited with David Egan for todays’ race and that change could prove significant. Berry Clever has d

We preview the live ITV action from the first day of York's three-day meeting plus one race from Yarmouth. 14:20 YORK Stressfree may not win as often as some, but his consistency has been admirable and he has gone close on several recent occasions, including over this course. David O’Meara’s runners often perform well at York and the six-year-old looks capable of another bold showing. Sing Us A Song remains lightly raced and represents powerful connections. After a solid thi

Sam King looks to the action from Bath and Lingfield as he aims to land the spoils this Tuesday. 14:50 BATH Candy Warhol remains without a win on turf but his turn surely isn't far away following a string of good efforts. He didn't quite get home over the six furlongs when third at Windsor just five days ago and it's no shock to see connections drop in trip here, while the application of first-time blinkers, which replace cheekpieces, could eke out a little bit of improvement

In form pundit Matt Polley heads to Windsor for his best bets this Monday. 17.12 WINDSOR Amateur handicaps are not usually an ideal betting proposition, however, there’s a potential improver in here that could be well handicapped under a competent rider. Hengest is a lightly race four year old, from a nice family, and is trying to find his feet. His latest start at Epsom in a decent novice showed there was plenty of ability to be unlocked, and this step up in trip could be t

Toby Darby crosses The Channel and heads to Longchamp for the French Guineas and best of the action this Sunday. 14:40 LONGCHAMP First up the boys, Puerto Rico won two Group 1s on these shores to end his 2yo career and is a worthy favourite for last years winning connections. Hankelow has been highly touted by Karl Burke and heads here over the English & Irish equivalent in the hope for softer ground. Of the French contingent it will be interesting to see how Wootton Centuri

Kieran McHugh previews the best of Sunday's action. 14:30 LEOPARDSTOWN City of Memphis made a winning return after a long layoff, following her fifth placed finish behind Lake Victoria. She arrives here as the one to beat. Princess Child is a Group race winner and put in a good performance last time, carrying a large weight. She is one to keep an eye on. As is her stablemate, Quebec. She makes the switch from Germany, where her best form came from over a mile. That form read

Liam Hall pinpoints two runners this Wednesday as he hopes to bash the bookies. 16:10 CHESTER Derby entrant Alfaraz has to put a disappointing performance last time firmly behind but does have the advantage of coming out from stall 1. Tornado Tower could end up being the best in this field by the end of the season but has to overcome stall 7, showed his inexperience on debut but will have to know his job fully here if he's to overcome that. This leaves the door open for Arab

Matt Polley previews the action at Beverley this bank holiday Monday and pinpoints two runners worth following. 16.15 BEVERLEY Consistent veteran Copper Knight is drawn perfectly to trailblaze, and he’ll take this field along way, however, drawn next to him is the attractively weighted Trilby. This horse is ideally suited by a stiff five furlongs on easy ground, with a strong pace to aim at, and that’s exactly what he’ll get here. TRILBY (WIN) 17.56 BEVERLEY A race packed

The second UK classic of the weekend steals the limelight this Sunday as the 1,000 Guineas from Newmarket takes centre stage. We also cover the remaining live ITV action on the day with races also from Hamilton and Salisbury. 13:45 NEWMARKET A step up to 1m2f could prove ideal for Esna, who shaped with plenty of promise when last seen staying on over a mile in the Group 1 Prix Marcel Boussac at Longchamp. That effort suggested this longer trip would suit, and Brian Meehan’s

Kieran McHugh heads to Cork this Sunday as he pinpoints two runners worth following. 14:30 CORK Aviatrice arrives here on a good mark and could be difficult to beat, that said, she is coming off a break. Key Witness ended last year on a high by scoring at the Curragh and made a winning return there last month. More can come from him. The vote goes for Collecting Coin. He has not been disgraced on his two starts and can build on those. Chris Hayes being booked is only a plus.