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30 Aug 2026 FEATURES

What Can the US Learn From British Racecourse Culture?

Horse racing is the second most attended sport in the United Kingdom, with 59 active tracks around the country. Providing a wealth of entertainment, from themed days to music events along with quality racing, the popularity of the sport has grown over the last few years. Around six million people now attend events annually. Yet US horse racing is struggling, with tracks closing across the country. What could they learn from British racecourse culture?

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20 Jul 2026 FEATURES

American Racing Spotlight: Major Summer Events Worth Following

Whilst our own summer brings fast ground chasers and hurdlers to Stratford and other summer venues, the season brings some of the finest thoroughbred racing 8,000 miles away in North America. It may seem far removed from Stratford, but it's all part of the same global racing merry-go-round.

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30 Jun 2026 FEATURES

Will Prediction Markets Impact Horse Racing?

Back in February, the Asian Racing Conference brought together administrators, regulators and racecourse operators in Riyadh to discuss global issues common to the sport worldwide. These included a...

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23 Jun 2026 FEATURES

As Horse Racing Popularity Returns to Pre-2020 Levels, Platforms Beyond the Tracks Get Involved

Like many outdoor events that don’t nestle into the elite bracket of major sports or one-off entertainment shows, like touring concerts, horse racing has been running an uphill battle since the...

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8 Jun 2026 FEATURES

O'Shea defers retirement to make plans for Barton Snow and Boley Bob

Leading Hunter chase trainer risks his health to pursue the sport he loves

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24 May 2026 FEATURES

How Stratford Racecourse Generates Revenue Beyond Race Days

Stratford Racecourse was established in 1755, making it one of the UK’s oldest sporting venues. However, despite this, they only have around 15 racing days per year, so they’re closed for racing on...

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4 May 2026 FEATURES

Preakness Stakes vs European Classics: Key Differences in Race Dynamics

The world's leading dirt horse Forever Young has been given an entry at Royal Ascot. Over Jumps, Punchestown winners this week are being touted for Auteuil and far Hills, New Jersey. In a racing world becoming smaller by the day, we examine the American Triple Crown

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26 Apr 2026 FEATURES

Could a Pair of Stratford Winners Be Set for Huge Chasing Seasons in 2026/27?

With meetings held from March to October, there’s always a chance you’ll see the stars of tomorrow at Stratford Racecourse. Some racegoers may well have been trackside when Salsify, the winner of...

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22 Apr 2026 FEATURES

Why the Twilight Action of the Champion Hunters’ Chase is Stratford’s Annual Highlight

Throughout the season, Stratford Racecourse delights with the fast-paced action taking place on its unique triangular-shaped route. But there is one race day that truly stands out. In late spring,...

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