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The origins of horse racing in Britain date back to the 1100s when the first Arabian stallions were brought to the country by English knights returning from the Crusades. In the centuries that followed, these elegant creatures were bred locally and crossed with local breeds. It is their offspring that you see running on the racecourse. Royal Ascot, which runs from 15-19 June, will be...

The Grand National is a notoriously difficult race to predict, with jockeys and trainers battling it out to claim victory in the Aintree showpiece. Although Cloth Cap is a relatively short-priced favourite to win the 2021 race, history tells us that the pre-race favourite does not often triumph when push comes to shove in the Grand National.

There are plenty of other factors that...

One of the biggest horse racing championships in England will soon take place. With the greatest horses of the UK and Ireland ready to fight again at Prestbury Park, the Cheltenham Festival should be a reunion to remember. Things will be a little different this year, but there shouldn't be a drop in quality with some fascinating clashes. For four days, jumps fans will be able to participate...

There’s little more exciting in the British sporting calendar than the Cheltenham Festival. Four days of thrilling National Hunt Racing action, and a huge 14 Grade 1 races for punters to get their teeth stuck into. There’s no doubt that, with this year’s meeting on the horizon, thousands up and down the country have already started examining the form guides and scouring the internet for the...