Here’s a question to ponder: Suppose that you’re an up-and-coming young jockey, not yet 25 years old and less than a decade into your career. Out of the blue, you’re called upon to ride arguably the greatest horse of all time in the final start of his illustrious career. Could you handle the pressure? It sounds like something out of a movie, but for jockey Edward “Eddie” Maple, this opportunity was real. And for the record, Maple did handle the pressure, which was arguably the turning point in what would become a legendary Hall of Fame riding career.
Evaluating a Deep, Competitive Field for the 2024 Champagne Stakes
The Grade 1, $500,000 Champagne Stakes features a field of 10 2-year-olds vying for an automatic spot in the FanDuel Breeders' Cup Juvenile presented by TAA in four weeks.
Joseph O’Brien insists Al Riffa can secure victory at the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – as he aims add the jewel in the crown of his glittering career
The thought of adding the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Europe's premier middle-distance race, has been twinkling in O'Brien's mind for 18 months.
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Wednesday, October 2
Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Wednesday's meetings at Nottingham, Catterick, Musselburgh and Kempton.
