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Large sum raised from virtual National

Bookmakers are to donate over PS2.6 million to NHS charities from profits on the Virtual Grand National, with almost five million people watching the race.
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Potters Corner wins virtual Grand National

Potters Corner has jumped to glory in the Virtual Grand National with dual winner Tiger Roll fourth in the simulated race.
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Virtual National to bring some cheer to UK

A virtual Grand National will be broadcast throughout England in the absence of one of the world's greatest steeplechase races.

Virtual Grand National for charity

All profits from the running of a virtual Grand National will go to Britain's National Health Service.
James McDonald

McDonald gives Japanese horse a work-out

James McDonald has given Japanese horse Danon Premium a work-out at Canterbury ahead of the Queen Elizabeth Stakes.

Trainers back decision to race in Ireland

Multiple Grade One-winning trainer Paul Nolan is among those backing Horse Racing Ireland's decision to let the sport continue behind closed doors.

British racing off until the end of April

The British Horseracing Authority has assured participants every effort will be made to financially support those who work in the industry.

National cancellation to cost millions

Bookmakers say the cancellation of the Grand National over the coronavirus crisis will cost the racing industry millions.

Richard Johnson nearing racing return

Champion British jumps jockey Richard Johnson is nearing a return to riding after being out of action with a broken arm.

Cyrname recovering from Ascot fall

Paul Nicholls has described star steeplechaser Cyrname's escape from injury in a fall at Ascot as the biggest winner of the day.

Sizing John out for the rest of the season

Star Irish jumper Sizing John has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering another injury setback.

Defi Du Seuil beats Un De Sceaux at Ascot

Defi Du Seuil has asserted his superiority over Un De Sceaux in the Clarence House Chase at Ascot.
Oisin Murphy

Six winners for Oisin Murphy at Nakayama

British champion Oisin Murphy has ridden six winners at the Nakayama race meeting as he continues his winning association with Japan.

Tom Queally wins hurdle race at Tramore

Frankel's jockey Tom Queally has teamed with his trainer father, Declan, to win over hurdles on Owenacurra Lass.

Clan Des Obeaux in King George repeat

Clan Des Obeaux has defended his title and given trainer Paul Nicholls a record 11th victory in the King George VI Chase..

Sandown jockeys win appeal against ban

All seven jockeys banned for 10 days for completing a voided race at Sandown have had their suspensions quashed on appeal.

Altior likely to miss King George Chase

Trainer Nicky Henderson has revealed Altior is unlikely to take up his entry in the King George VI Chase after an unconvincing work-out.
Raymond Tusk

Raymond Tusk a winner at Newcastle

English Melbourne Cup runner Raymond Tusk has returned home to win his way into the All-Weather Championships finals with victory at Newcastle.
Aspetar

Watson’s rapid rise brings a first Hong Kong assignment with Aspetar

Aspetar’s rider in Sunday’s (8 December) Group 1 LONGINES Hong Kong Vase (2400m) will be a 19-year-old who says “I can’t believe the position I’m...
Anthony Van Dyck

Anthony Van Dyck is a Derby first at the Hong Kong International Races

It was the master Italian breeder Federico Tesio who once remarked that the existence of the thoroughbred depended on a single criterion, namely the winning...
Young Rascal

Haggas has international aims for reformed Young Rascal

William Haggas believes you need a fresh horse to compete in horse racing’s international winter prizes and in “reformed character” Young Rascal he has just...
Prince Of Arran

Fellowes hopes Prince Of Arran will bring his Melbourne best to HK

Charlie Fellowes has a charm and approachability that is probably nudging Group 1 class but talking to Prince Of Arran’s trainer one continually gets the...

Hollie Doyle equals female season record

Hollie Doyle has equalled Josephine Gordon's British record of 106 winners by a female rider in a calendar year.

Cyrname claims Altior’s scalp at Ascot

Altior has suffered his first defeat over jumps with Cyrname running out a brilliant all-the-way winner at Ascot.

Hollie Doyle reaches century of winners

Hollie Doyle has recorded a landmark winner at Chelmsford with victory aboard The Perfect Crown giving her a 100th success of the year.