Into each horse’s career comes a fateful moment, a decision or an injury or some outside force that changes the trajectory of their career. For Sir Barton, it was a cough caught from a stablemate. Gallant Fox’s came when Earl Sande agreed to ride the Belair colt in every start of his Triple Crown season in 1930.
Revealed: The new wave of female jockeys vying to replace Queen of Cheltenham Rachael Blackmore as Ladies Day kicks off, plus YOUR cheat sheet to beat the bookies – CHELTENHAM BREAKFAST
There are 128 runners scheduled to run across the seven races of Ladies Day at Cheltenham - but how many of them will be ridden by women?
Redknapp’s Jukebox Man confirmed for Gold Cup
Harry Redknapp's Jukebox Man joins 10 other horses in the field for Friday's Cheltenham Gold Cup.
Noel’s Weekend Winners: Cashing at Colonial Downs on Virginia Derby Day
Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money.
