All Is Good for Purton to strike on Lucky September 8, 2023 RACEGOERS are in for a treat for the start of the 2023/24 Hong Kong season at Sha Tin on Sunday, when one of the world’s top-rated sprinters Lucky Sweynesse, with Zac Purton aboard, reappears in the Class One HKSAR Chief Executive’s Cup (6.55am), a Class One handicap over six furlongs. No one can accuse trainer [...]
Hewitson looking for Super Fast start to new season aboard Dragon September 8, 2023 FORM students take note! Weather and surface conditions may once again play an important role when determining winners at Sha Tin on Sunday. Heavy rainfall on Thursday and Friday, caused the city to be flooded, with more rainfall recorded in a single hour (over six inches) since records began in 1884. With showers expected over [...]
EP: 228 Haydock, Ascot, Kempton, Leopardstown & Hong Kong September 8, 2023 The Sprint Cup is the feature race at Haydock on Saturday afternoon, part of the Qipco British Champions Series, where the super-fast Shaquille looks to add a further Group One prize to his already impressive list of victories. We hear today from his jockey James Doyle. We also preview races at Kempton and Ascot. There’s [...]
City Giving Day: Central London Alliance’s Guinness World Record Title Attempt September 7, 2023 In a city that’s known for its fast-paced business world, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture, a remarkable event is set to take place that will not only make history but also underline the spirit of community and philanthropy that thrives within the heart of London. On the 25th and 26th of September, the Central London [...]
EP: 227 Sandown, Beverley & Chester September 1, 2023 Sandown is the venue for two Group 3 races on Saturday with Beverley hosting their annual Beverley Bullet sprint. Chester completes the Saturday afternoon TV racing action. City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile previews the best of this weekend’s racing. Hosted by Chris Barnett. The Punter ‘The Punter’ has been City AM’s dedicated sports betting [...]
Hills has got a fast Khaa and Spencer has the keys to the ignition August 25, 2023 THE FIVE-furlong Nunthorpe Stakes (3.35pm) is always one of the highlights of the season and this year’s renewal looks another belter. Last year’s winner HIGHFIELD PRINCESS is clearly the one to beat as she looked right back to her best in the King George at Goodwood last time. Her form figures on the Knavesmire read [...]
Kylian can finally crack Gimcrack for Burke August 25, 2023 FOR A trainer that does so well with sprinters, it’s surprising that Karl Burke has never saddled the winner of the Gimcrack Stakes (3.00pm). The Yorkshire-based trainer has come close in the past, including last year when he had Marshman and Cold Case finish second and third in the race, but this might be the [...]
Don’t forget your Lotto ticket in Lonsdale Cup August 25, 2023 WHAT to do about QUICKTHORN in today’s Lonsdale Cup (2.25pm)? Hughie Morrison’s star stayer blew this race apart from the front 12 months ago under Tom Marquand to win by 14 lengths. The pair then did the same thing earlier this month in the Goodwood Cup, albeit only managing to come home six lengths ahead [...]
EP: 226 York Ebor Festival – Saturday August 24, 2023 Today is the final day of the York Ebor Festival where the crowds will flock to the Knavesmire to see the Ebor Handicap, run over a mile and three quarters at 3.35. York Racecourse Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course, William Derby joins us for a chat about the final day’s action. City AM [...]
EP: 225 York Ebor Festival – Friday August 24, 2023 Friday is a day for the sprinters at York as some of the best horses in Europe line up in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes over the straight 5 Furlong course. York Racecourse Chief Executive, William Derby discusses the importance of today’s feature race in York’s racing calendar. City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile previews [...]