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Ethics and Welfare: Navigating the Future of Horse Racing

The exhilarating world of horse racing has long captivated audiences with its display of speed, agility and the historic bond between humans and horses. However, beneath the surface of this storied sport lies a complex ethical debate concerning the welfare and sustainability of the animals...

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Two Wheels Unite: OBM Motorcycles Power Plymouth Gladiators’ 2026 Campaign

Plymouth Gladiators Speedway are delighted to confirm that OBM Motorcycles have been secured as the club’s main sponsor for the 2026 season, marking an exciting new chapter for the club.

Earlier this year, OBM Motorcycles were impacted by a highly publicised incident in which valuable vintage speedway motorcycles were stolen while in transit to a prestigious classic motorcycle...

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Plymouth Gladiators Set for Spectacular Home Season Opener at the Colosseum

The Plymouth Gladiators are delighted to confirm full details for their first home race meeting of the 2026 season, which takes place on Saturday 4th April at the Colosseum, as the club welcomes Poole in the BSN Series.

Following the opening fixture away at Poole the previous evening, the Gladiators will bring the action home for what promises to be a spectacular start to the new...

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Behind the Scenes with the Gladiators: Garry May on Planning, People and Performance

Race nights may last three hours, but building a speedway team takes months.

As Plymouth Gladiators gear up for the new campaign, team manager Garry May offers an insight into the planning, people and philosophy behind the scenes and why team spirit, trust and entertainment are just as important as points on the track.

Garry, a lot of people only see you on race nights...

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Top 4 Recommendations for the Best BJJ Gyms in Thailand

Thailand used to be the place people flew to for Muay Thai camps. Now it is also one of the easiest countries on earth to build real Brazilian Jiu Jitsu consistency. You get year round training weather, a strong martial arts culture, and a rotating crowd of international grapplers that keeps the room sharp.

The other big reason is simple math. Daily life can be cheaper than most...

How has the DRF changed the Cheltenham Festival picture?

It took 24 hours longer than anticipated, with Saturday’s racing switched to Monday, but somehow Leopardstown managed to survive the deluge of rain that arrived in recent times to stage the Dublin Racing Festival.

The DRF has become a hotbed for pre-Cheltenham clues. In 2025, seven subsequent Cheltenham Festival scorers ran at this meeting, though only two of those were victorious at...

Enable Law team tackle wheelchair rugby

Solicitors from Enable Law swapped briefing papers for battle‑ready wheelchairs when they joined an action‑packed wheelchair rugby session.

Enable Law partner Michelle Biddulph and solicitor Katherine Moyse left the office behind to take part in a lively taster session run by the West Country Hawks Wheelchair Rugby Club.

It allowed them to experience first‑hand the intensity...

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How to Enhance Indoor Golf Experience

January rain can sit on Devon roads for days, and daylight fades before most people finish work. That is why many golfers look for a reliable way to practise at home during wet months. A spare room, garage corner, or small garden studio can become a steady practice space. With the right setup, you can work on contact and tempo without driving to a range.

A good indoor setup starts...

5 Signs Your Sports Court Surface Needs Replacing (and What to Consider Next)

Sports court surfaces take a beating. Thousands of hours of play, constant exposure to weather, UV radiation, temperature extremes, and the simple passage of time all take their toll. Yet many facilities continue using deteriorating surfaces well past their effective lifespan, often because the signs of failure develop gradually and it's hard to know when "worn" crosses the line into "unsafe...

New investment in girls' grassroots rugby as volvic's force of nature fund winners are revealed

21st January, 2026: Today, Volvic is announcing the winners of its ‘Force of Nature Fund’, an initiative investing in the growth of women’s rugby at grassroots level. Following its role as the Official Water Supplier of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, Volvic launched the fund in association with England Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 winner and brand ambassador, Natasha Hunt, with the aim of...

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Two-Time Le Mans Champion Helps Drive City Padel’s Landmark Plymouth Expansion

City Padel has received planning approval to deliver Plymouth’s first-ever indoor padel facility, marking a major milestone for the fast-growing sport in the city. The new venue will be located at Kestrel Park, Plymouth, and represents one of City Padel’s most ambitious projects to date. The development is being led by a founding team that includes two-time Le Mans 24 Hours winner and...

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