By Andrew Atkinson The British Horseracing Authority has put on hold an investigation into whip offences by jockeys in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic. “A new timetable will be agreed at an appropriate point in the future. “The consultation would require a significant focus from senior officials, who are involved in the formation […]
By Andrew Atkinson Philip Kirby trained Fasterkhani has suffered a fatal injury during exercise at the Green Oaks Farm stables in Richmond, North Yorkshire. “It is very sad news that we have lost Fasterkhani following a fracture, sustained at exercise,” said Philip. Four-year-old Fasterkhani, owned by M. Hodgson, R. Parks and C. Chapman, had raced […]
By Andrew Atkinson Tiger Roll remains on track for a triple-winning tilt in the Randox Health Grand National at Aintree on April 4 – despite suffering defeat behind Easysland in the Cross Country Chase on March 11 at the Cheltenham Festival. “I’m absolutely delighted with his performance,” said trainer Gordon Elliott. “I was slightly worried about […]
By Andrew Atkinson Tiger Roll remains on track for a triple-winning tilt in the Randox Health Grand National at Aintree on April 4 – despite suffering defeat behind Easysland in the Cross Country Chase on March 11 at the Cheltenham Festival. “I’m absolutely delighted with his performance,” said trainer Gordon Elliott. “I was slightly worried about […]
By Andrew Atkinson Gordon Elliott trained Envoi Allen – headline tip – obliged under jockey Davy Russell on day 2 of the 2020 Cheltenham Festival on Wednesday when winning the Ballymore Novices’ Hurdle over 2m 5f. “I was nervous watching the race – wondering whether he would stay,” said Elliott. “He stays and jumps and […]