On this day in 1969
Only two meetings on Saturday January 11th 1969, but still fascinating to look back at. Download QR Share with friends
On this day in 1978
It was a grim Tuesday on this day in 1978. That can only mean Leicester, Fontwell, and the late, lamented Teesside Park… Download QR Share with friends
On this day in 1978
Not much going on today in 1978, except for a novice chaser who would go on to nearly win a Grand National… Download QR Share with friends
On this day in 1973
It’s fair to say that racing on Monday January 8th 1973 was far more interesting than today’s fodder. Some names that will crop up in the future, news of an…
On this day in 1991
Remember the dreaded all-weather jumps? They were happening at Southwell on this day in 1991. Ironically, proper jumping also took place at Wolverhampton, which is now a dog track for…
Mad November offer. Save £££s…
NOSTALGIA fans can take advantage of my “Mad November” offer for racecard and historical racing search services. Until November 30th I am charging ONLY for performing the actual search of…
Red Rum Ultimate Collection
He’s the horse that made me fall in love with National Hunt Racing. When I was a kid I would’ve given my right, and left, arms to have what I’m…
The best National Hunt trainer?
This man changed the game. Quality AND quantity! Download QR Share with friends
The brilliant Wayward Lad
Undoubtedly my favourite chaser of all time wins the Lambert and Butler Premier Chase Final on Wednesday February 24th 1982. Part of a great card as you can see below……
Racing on TV through the years
We all love to go racing but the next best thing is watching it on TV. Here’s a look back at some old theme tunes and intros from across the…
Wot no runners?
Today, at Leicester and Kelso respectively, there are 38 and 39 declared runners on each card. Pitiful in my opinion. Sure, there are a couple of decent runners at Kelso,…
Is it worth the weight anymore?
The Randox Health Grand National weights are published tomorrow. However there is no longer the pre-announcement excitement that there used to be when the weights were framed around previous Aintree…
There’s snow stopping Ridley
As Britain seems to be on the verge of panic over the possibility of a bit of winter weather, I am reminded of a day when the snow was simply…
The sad tale of Shergar and Swinburn
On the day when it was revealed that Walter Swinburn, who rode three Derby winners, died from head injuries sustained in a fall from his bathroom window, it is perhaps…