Racecourses happy with crowd behaviour seven days on from Haydock brawl

Racecourses reported a largely trouble-free Saturday as racegoers took advantage of the spring-like weather a week on from the brawl that marred a big National Hunt meeting at Haydock

Walt proves emotional winner for owner Phil Simmonds at Kempton

Being persuaded not to turn his back on racing was something owner Phil Simmonds was even more thankful to trainer Neil Mulholland for after Walt struck gold in the 888Sport Handicap Chase at Kempton Park

Wissahickon makes light work of Winter Derby assignment

Wissachickon set himself up for even bigger targets as he landed the odds in tremendous style with another dominant performance in the Group Three Betway Winter Derby at Lingfield

Bruised foot sees Ruby Walsh sitting out weekend fare

Ruby Walsh was sitting out the weekend action after bruising a foot in a fall at Thurles on Thursday

Green light for Cheltenham after Rouge continues winning spree

Jane Williams hopes to enjoy a trouble-free run between now and the Cheltenham Festival with Erick Le Rouge following his victory at Kempton Park

Dancer gives Sue Smith the perfect present at Newcastle

Joke Dancer provided Sue Smith with the perfect 71st birthday present when repeating his win in the Navigating Brexit With Vertem Handicap Hurdle at Newcastle

Walt gets the better of Double Shuffle at Kempton

Walt made the most of receiving 20lb from Double Shuffle to win the 888Sport Handicap Chase at Kempton

Raffles enters Triumph picture with impressive Adonis strike

Fusil Raffles sent out a statement of intent in making his British debut a winning one when giving trainer Nicky Henderson a record fifth victory in the 888Sport Take ‘Em On Adonis Juvenile Hurdle at Kempton Park

Southfield Stone shocks Angels Breath in Dovecote

Southfield Stone took the scalp of the highly-regarded Angels Breath to land the Sky Bet Dovecote Novices’ Hurdle at Kempton Park

Crosspark provides Eider glory for Caroline Bailey

Crosspark provided trainer Caroline Bailey with the biggest success of her career with a battling triumph over 2017 winner Mysteree in the Vertem Eider Handicap Chase at Newcastle

Elliott hoping for Doctor’s orders at Naas

Last year’s winner Doctor Phoenix bids to get his season back on track in the WhatOddsPaddy? Chase at Naas on Sunday

Bags back in the winning Groove at Kempton

Bags Groove set up a trip to Aintree in April after getting his season back on course with victory in the 888Sport Pendil Novices’ Chase at Kempton Park

Ballymore-bound Brewin’upastorm pleases in Warwick workout

Olly Murphy has confirmed Brewin’upastorm will contest the Ballymore Novices’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival rather than drop back in trip for the Supreme

23 February 2019

• Rathvinden makes National waves with Bobbyjo victory
• Racecourses happy with crowd behaviour seven days on from Haydock brawl
• Walt proves emotional winner for owner Phil Simmonds at Kempton
• Wissahickon makes light work of Winter Derby assignment
• Bruised foot sees Ruby Walsh sitting out weekend fare
• Green light for Cheltenham after Rouge continues winning spree
• Dancer gives Sue Smith the perfect present at Newcastle
• Walt gets the better of Double Shuffle at Kempton
• Raffles enters Triumph picture with impressive Adonis strike
• Southfield Stone shocks Angels Breath in Dovecote
• Crosspark provides Eider glory for Caroline Bailey
• Elliott hoping for Doctor’s orders at Naas
• Bags back in the winning Groove at Kempton

22 February 2019

• Ballymore-bound Brewin’upastorm pleases in Warwick workout
• Matt Sheppard shocked after The Bay Birch ends barren spell
• Walters looking to Angels Breath to deliver in Dovecote heat
• Buywise heads for an honourable retirement
• Ayr a possible port of call as Whisper hits the comeback trail
• Nicky Richards hoping for clear run with Festival-bound Simply Ned
• Mullins launches dual assault as he tries to extend Bobbyjo Chase domination
• Richards banking on stamina to outweigh Eider ground concerns
• Wissahickon sets lofty standard in Winter Derby field
• Role reversal for Rocco’s co-owner Stevens
• Haslam has Festival hopes for McManus pair

21 February 2019

• Red-hot Appleby continues Carnival charge
• Lingfield hit by Saturday boycott as trainers protest prize-money levels
• Joseph O’Brien to make late call on Fakir D’Oudairies Festival target
• Thurles delight for John McConnell with Go Another One
• Fact Of The Matter heads for Cheltenham after wind op
• County Hurdle test expected to suit Western Ryder
• Littmoden understanding of frustrations leading to Lingfield protest
• Reports indicate plans in place to limit drone use at Cheltenham
• Nine take on Glen Rocco as he chases Kempton double
• Wissahickon heads seven contenders for Winter Derby honours
• Rooneys lift self-imposed Cheltenham entries suspension
• Currie can continue to train – pending review

20 February 2019

• Klassical’s Festival target is headscratcher for Mullins
• Full steam ahead for Laurina and Cheltenham following Punchestown success
• Wootton primed for Zabeel on stable debut
• Penhill nearing peak to defend Stayers’ title
• Rather Be out to set record straight at Kempton
• Haslam hopes high for Rock On Fruity
• Bellshill and Kemboy head Gold Cup bid for Mullins
• Cilaos Emery is Arkle doubt
• Ascot Gold Cup hero Big Orange retired due to injury
• Carlo Biraghi to miss Triumph after setback
• Harrie’s Festival claims face acid test at Thurles
• Midnight Shadow team still undecided on Stayers’ Hurdle run
• Hannon camp mull weekend options

19 February 2019

• Capitaine delivers 3,000th win for Nicholls
• Wind op double at Wetherby
• Sefton Council seeks to curb Grand National touts
• Percy is ’50-50′ for Bobbyjo – owner Philip Reynolds
• Battleoverdoyen heads for Ballymore
• Tiger Roll continues to surprise and delight Elliott
• Percy has Bobbyjo option
• Shuffle all set to try again at Kempton
• Gordon Elliott hoping Apple’s Jade can seize Champion Hurdle chance
• Laurina ready for Champion tune-up at Punchestown
• Samcro’s Cheltenham bid still in balance
• Folsom Blue ‘highly unlikely’ to take Eider test at Newcastle
• Tom George looking towards Aintree Hurdle with Summerville Boy
• Ms Parfois set for National prep at Naas or Uttoxeter
• Didtheyleaveuoutto set for switch up in distance following Ascot defeat

18 February 2019

• Employee of the Year award for ‘hugely deserving’ Catriona Bissett
• Options being considered for Angels Breath before Cheltenham
• Henderson expects Cheltenham to be key in title battle with Nicholls
• Might Bite ‘in really good shape’ for Gold Cup challenge
• Tough challenge ahead for Buveur D’Air to make it three in a row
• Wissahickon heads Winter Derby hopefuls
• Henderson acutely aware of what is expected from ‘proper machine’ Altior
• Nicholls trio in mix for Kempton feature
• Phil Kirby swoops for Aintree regular Blaklion
• Woman caught up in Haydock brawl still ‘in shock’
• Sharp Response tops Eider Chase field
• Kachy will head fresh to sprint final
• ‘Remarkable’ Mia Tesoro set for possible Australia date
• ’50-50′ call for Monalee’s Cheltenham target
• Stewards suspend Currie’s licence
• Beakstown ready for Ballymore big time
• Queenohearts may skip Cheltenham

17 February 2019

• National hero Tiger roars over hurdles for Boyne success at Navan
• Poste season continues on the up with Huntingdon double
• Nico de Boinville salutes retiring Gold Cup hero Coneygree
• RCA condemns ‘appalling behaviour’ of those involved in Haydock brawl
• Daklondike set to head for Eider
• Kim Muir prize in sight for The Young Master
• Arkle ‘favourite at the moment’ for Glen Forsa
• Denman winner Obeaux looking the ‘finished article’ now
• Envoi Allen is Cheveley Park’s Cheltenham ‘flag-bearer’
• Conditions key to Waiting Patiently’s next run
• Duke of York target for Invincible Army

16 February 2019

• Racegoers caught up in Haydock brawl
• Racing farewell for ‘miracle’ Gold Cup winner Coneygree
• ‘Famous five’ at Ascot as Nicholls sends out eight winners nationwide
• Jester Jet home in front this time
• Cyrname slams Ascot Chase rivals
• Robinsfirth strikes late to take National Trial
• Gritty Grand Sancy prevails in Kingwell
• Al Dancer storms to Betfair victory
• Clan Des Obeaux is impressive Denman winner
• Shades Of Midnight too good in Rendlesham
• Gold Cup hero Coneygree retired after Ascot run
• Monalee books Cheltenham ticket with cosy Gowran success
• Darasso dominates in Red Mills Trial
• Paperwork problems prevent Impulsive Star contesting Haydock feature
• Willie Mullins fires twin assault on Boyne prize
• Wonderful Winx wins again on Randwick return