John Arnold returns with his advanced look to the July Cup as he aims to decipher the Group 1 sprint contest. The July Cup, held annually at Newmarket Racecourse, is one of the most prestigious sprint races in the British thoroughbred calendar. Usually taking place in early July, this Group 1 flat race is contested over a distance of six furlongs on the straight track, attracting the crème de la crème of sprinting horses from both the UK and abroad. Established in 1876, the
The Coral Eclipse is one of the most prestigious horse races in the United Kingdom, taking place annually at Sandown Park, located in Esher, Surrey. Established in 1886, this Group 1 flat race is run over a distance of one mile and two furlongs, and it typically attracts a field of top-class thoroughbreds from both the UK and abroad. The race is generally held in early July, serving as a pivotal moment in the British racing calendar, particularly for horses that excel at midd
Royal Ascot 2026 once again delivered world-class racing, thrilling finishes and future stars announcing themselves on the biggest stage. For the Racing Daily team, the meeting was also a profitable one, with several standout selections rewarding readers throughout the week. Here are the horses and moments that defined an unforgettable five days. Could Bow Echo Really Be Frankel 2.0? Few horses left Royal Ascot with a bigger reputation than Bow Echo, who preserved his unbeate
Rory Paddock looks away from the live ITV Racing action and pinpoints a trio of runners worth backing this Saturday. 19:25 LINGFIELD We saw these colours finish in front at Royal Ascot and Rogue Bullet looks to add further success for trainer James Owen. A solid winner at Brighton on yard debut and despite the penalty he has to carry this drop in grade should offset his additional weight. Fellow last time out winner Ancient State aims to claim back to back victories and is t
The Northumberland Plate takes centre stage on ITV Racing this Saturday and pundit previews all the live action from Newcastle and York. 13:40 NEWCASTLE A step up to seven furlongs appeared to spark improvement from five-year-old Sergeant Wilko, who went close in a weaker contest at Thirsk last time out. He returns to a venue where he has tasted success before and now races from a mark below his last winning rating. The slight concern is his wider draw, but on Newcastle's st