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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American Trio a precursor to a night of Nashville hits
It was party night for hundreds at Stratford on Saturday as the racecourse made up ground on its lost hunter chase fixture the previous evening. Birthday parties were in abundance, with no less...
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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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Friday 29 May Hunter Chase Evening Cancelled — Saturday Racing as Planned
A short while ago the BHA announced the cancellation of all Hunter Chases from Wednesday 20th May for the remainder of the season due to increasing numbers of reported Equine Influenza cases. We...
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Is Nicholls winner a statement of intent to get a summer head start?
Small fields have been plaguing the early weeks of the new Jumps season, barely raising an eyebrow now that attention has turned to the Flat. Not so in France, where the early summer marquee...
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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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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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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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Granny Hawkins runs up a hat-trick for Alan King
Bright Spring sunshine made for perfect racing conditions as 61 runners graced the first of four Sunday fixtures at Stratford this summer, and three favourites obliging made it honours even in the...
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