Funding for Irish racing remains unchanged in 2020 budget
Brexit is still continuing to cause mass-uncertainty in the Irish racing industry, as Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) chief executive Brian Kavanagh confirmed that the...
Chelmsford Racecourse warns of further prize-money cuts after media rights drop
In a bid to offset some of the cuts to prize-money offerings across the racing industry, Chelmsford Racecourse Chief Operating Officer Phil Siers has...
UK racing warned of worst case Brexit scenario
With only four weeks until the UK is due to leave the European Union, the Thoroughbred Industries Brexit Steering Group has warned the racing sector...
Sky Sports Racing strengthens racing portfolio with Keeneland agreement
Sky Sports Racing has expanded its coverage announcing a new partnership with Keeneland Association for exclusive rights to broadcast Keeneland racing and sales to its...
Towcester racecourse closes as remaining fixtures sold to ARC
After entering into administration in August of last year, the owners of Towcester Racecourse have confirmed its closure, with the remaining fixtures having been...
BHA plans to boost engagement through digital technology
British Horseracing Authority (BHA) Chair Annamarie Phelps has called upon the racing industry to utilise opportunities created by digital technology and demographic change to...
William Carson issued with six month cocaine ban
Jockey William Carson has tested positive for cocaine and as a result has been handed a six month riding ban by the British Horseracing...
Musselburgh lands temporary licence extension
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has confirmed an extension to Musselburgh’s temporary licence, which is due to last until the end of the year.The...
Fitzdares partnership boosts landmark Peterborough Chase
Strengthening its commitment to UK racing, private bookmaker Fitzdares is due to sponsor the upcoming Peterborough Chase in December.As part of the sponsorship, Fitzdares has confirmed that it will...
BHA boosts Jumps engagement with new veterans’ chases series
In a bid to ensure that older horses have the opportunity to compete for enhanced prize money, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has launched...