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Ukulele star ‘Cloggy’ George Formby remains youngest jockey, age 10

Ukulele star 'Cloggy' George Formby remains youngest jockey, age 10

Ukulele legendary star George Formby became apprentice jockey at trainer Thomas Schofield’s Epsom based stables, where he raced professionally, aged 10, the youngest ever professional jockey to this day. Formby, who died in March 1961, was removed from formal education at the age of seven – and became a stable boy in Wiltshire; at Middleham, Yorkshire […]

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Trainer Spotlight: Richard Hannon

Richard Hannon Jnr

Richard Hannon junior, 43, who landed 174 winners in the 2018 Flat racing season, took the reins when his namesake father retired in 2013. Hannon, based at Herridge Racing Stables, near Marlborough, Wiltshire, champion trainer in 2014, also has stables at East Everleigh. Hannon has been successful in saddling a Group One winner in the […]

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Race Courses: Haydock Park

Haydock Park

Haydock Park is a dual-purpose racecourse, staging 32 racing days on the Flat and over Jumps in 2019. Haydock Park is part of The Jockey Club, staging The Randox Health Grand National, The Cheltenham Festival and The Investec Derby. The Jockey Club was founded in 1750 and today is the largest commercial group in Britain’s […]

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Jockey Feature: Frankie Dettori

Frankie Detorri

Frankie Dettori is one of, if not the most important jockey figure in racing, likewise to snooker’s Ronnie O’Sullivan. Milan born Italian ace Dettori will celebrate his 49th birthday on December 15. So how long will Dettori remain in the saddle – as king of the turf? “I have been privileged to be in racing […]

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Phase Two of the Easter Traffic Operation Underway

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Due to Easter holidays, there's an increase in traffic volume with expected congestion during specific "unfavourable hours" throughout the week. You should prepare by planning ahead and avoiding peak times. Traffic planning measures will be implemented to alleviate jams, especially at urban exits and returns. Check official websites for live updates on traffic, weather, and flights. Remember to avoid the busiest hours.

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