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May 5, 2025
Constitution Hill Falters at Punchestown: State Man Clinches Third Consecutive Champion Hurdle
Constitution Hill’s performance at the 2025 Punchestown Festival raised more questions than answers, as the formerly hugely impressive Supreme Novices and Champion Hurdle winner slumped to a disappointing second from last place finish in the Grade 1 Boodles Champion Hurdle. The connections and the racing public were understandably saddened to see the great horse slip from the form that previously saw him dominate the hurdling scene with a devastating blend of speed, accuracy, and consistency.
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February 22, 2025
Delta Work - A True National Hunt Warrior
Colic is a brutal phenomen that can suddenly occur and take any healthy horse's life without warning. It was sad to hear that Delta Work, the winner of 12 of his 40 races and a fan favourite, succumbed to it on February 20th. Game, genuine and brave, Delta Work always seemed to try his very best. In addition to his 12 rules wins, he placed in the first three in 12 more of his races.
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November 17, 2024
No Fairytale Swansong for City of Troy
It was a gallant and brave attempt. But the picture says it all. City of Troy's eyes closed with the kickback from the dirt flying all around him. If Troy had broken as well from the gate as he can, he would not have been subjected to so much dirt in his face. But break well, he did not.
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July 2, 2024
Belmont Park New York - Winter Racing to be Exclusively on Tapeta Track
Edited Press Release, NYRA: Although race dates for 2026-27 are still to be determined, NYRA anticipates this change will amount to approximately three months of racing exclusively on an all-weather surface. This reflects NYRA’s commitment to improving all aspects of winter racing at the new Belmont Park.
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Jump Racing in the Beautiful North Wales Countryside
Bangor On Dee Racecourse
https://www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk/
01978 780 323 Celebrating its 160th anniversary of racing, Bangor on Dee is a left handed jumps racecourse set in glorious countryside overlooked by the Welsh hills. Bangor has a unique character, amplified by the fact that it is the only racecourse in the country that does not have a grandstand! Please visit our website for full information on our fixtures and coming racing at Bangor. We look forward to seeing you here at Bangor On Dee races! Visit Website
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