BIZARRE: 5 - What They Never Told You

Aintree ‘shames British racing’ with horse death says animal rights organisation

Envoye Special was put down after running loose and falling during the Foxhunters’ Chase

The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023

Newcastle's WealthTek and Vertem Asset Management shut down by financial watchdog

Special administrators are now handling the group's affairs

Birmingham Post · Apr 13, 2023

Favourite banned from Grand National meeting after owner’s ‘serious regulatory issues’

Bravemansgame was due to run in the Aintree Bowl Chase on Thursday but was forced to withdraw at the last minute

The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2023

Hamilton Park announce record prize money with £1.64m on offer in richest ever season

The Lanarkshire course is gearing up for a huge season with record cash on offer and the first meeting takes place on May 7.

Daily Record · Mar 23, 2023

Amateur jockey George Gorman banned for six months after admitting cocaine addiction

George Gorman tested positive for cocaine during a meeting at Chelmsford last year but told a BHA disciplinary hearing that he was taking steps to overcome his addiction

Daily Mirror · Mar 23, 2023

Why are injured race horses put down?

Injured horses are often put down after falling in National Hunt races

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2023

Cheltenham Festival: What are controversial new whip rules?

New rules were introduced ahead of Cheltenham and the Grand National, two of the biggest events in the racing calendar

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2023

AP McCoy exclusive: ‘Whip rules are embarrassing the sport... why should jockeys turn up at Cheltenham?’

Interview: Legendary jockey fears the new rules will prove to be the story this week

Evening Standard · Mar 14, 2023

Talking Horses: Irish being whipped into line could hurt Cheltenham

Irish riders could be forgiven for thinking that the Brits are on their case when the Festival starts on Tuesday

The Guardian - UK · Mar 13, 2023

No game, no gain for Karnataka hockey players

BENGALURU: The Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYES) hockey team, which comprises the cream of Karnataka’s talent, played its last competitive match under the aegis of Hockey Karnataka (HK) exactly a year ago, winning the HK junior men’s (U-19) championship.

The Times of India · Mar 11, 2023