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Introducing HorsePWR
A new horse welfare campaign for British Racing has launched today
#HorsePWR
At its heart is a digital hub providing a central resource on welfare information
HorsePWR provides transparent information & facts about the sport & the…
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British racing was not offered the opportunity to put up a spokesperson for this debate. We have contacted producers at GMB to request that an opportunity is provided to redress the balance.
The campaign group Animal Rising plans to 'disrupt' the Grand National on Saturday, calling on animal lovers to 'turn up' and 'make their voices heard'.
But would this protest cause more harm than good?
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The British Horseracing Authority has tonight announced a risk-managed return to racing will take place from Wednesday this week. Full statement to follow.
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With the sad news of Denman’s passing this morning, watch his epic 2009 Hennessy Gold Cup winning performance
@NewburyRacing
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Statement from the British Horseracing Authority following the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, one of the greatest and most influential supporters of the sport of horseracing in its modern history.
Full Statement:
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Confirmation that racing will continue behind closed doors during upcoming national lockdown:
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@LouLou2109
Up For Review was not lame. All horses were examined prior to racing. This is the horses walking action, which has no association with lameness.
The horse was injured as a consequence of being brought down by another horse.
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British horseracing acts over Gordon Elliott image
➡️Owners for horses currently trained by Mr Elliott are permitted to transfer them to a different trainer and run them at a British meeting, providing they comply with the relevant rules.
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Horseracing is confirmed as one of the first sports to resume, beginning with a fixture behind closed doors
@NewcastleRaces
on Monday 1 June. It will be great to be back.
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🎬The Royal Treatment: Life Inside A Racing Yard
We go behind the scenes in Newmarket to see the first class care that racehorses receive in
#BritishRacing
#HorseComesFirst
🏇
💻To find out more about how the Horse Comes First in British racing, visit:
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Congratulations to Hollie Doyle on her first European Classic win in the Group 1 Prix de Diane Longines aboard Nashwa 🇫🇷
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Congratulations to Bryony Frost for riding out her claim today, notching her 75th winner aboard Marienstar at
@Kemptonparkrace
👏
There is now a 72 hour ‘grace’ period whereby Bryony will still be able to claim 3lbs before the claim is removed entirely.
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Animal Rising have today staged a press conference at which they attempted to threaten British racing into engaging in further debate with them.
We refuse to be coerced by Animal Rising in this manner.
BHA Chief Executive Julie Harrington has issued a statement in response:…
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Paul Hanagan receives a proper send off from his colleagues ♥️👏🏼
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🤝 The King and Queen congratulate
@TomMarquand
on his winning ride aboard Desert Hero in The King George V Stakes
#RoyalAscot
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@RoyalFamily
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@Ascot
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The BHA is devastated to hear of the passing of jockey Pat Smullen, aged 43.
He will forever be remembered as one of the greats - not only at home in Ireland, but here in Britain and across the racing world.
RIP Pat
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We are heartbroken to hear the news that Stefano Cherchi has died following a fall at Canberra Racecourse last month.
Stefano rode over 100 winners in Britain before moving to Australia, and the high esteem in which he was held around the world is clear to see.
Our thoughts are…
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Full Statement: Racing to resume on Wednesday 13 February ➡️
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Samcro & Groom Jack Madden after winning the Grade 1 Marsh Novices' Chase
@CheltenhamRaces
#CheltenhamFestival
#Samcro
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BHA statement following this evening's press conference:
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The BHA's statement regarding the resumption of racing is being finalised and will be issued very shortly.
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Post race every horse
@AintreeRaces
is supported by its team of grooms as well as racecourse teams to aid cooling and recovery 🐎
@AintreeRaces
#GrandNational
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The thoughts of all of us at the BHA continue to be with the family and friends of Keagan Kirkby, whose funeral takes place in Ditcheat today. His contribution to our sport will never be forgotten
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This evening’s veterinary committee meeting has been extensive in order to ensure that a thorough risk assessment has been carried out. An announcement will be made as soon as possible tonight. We will provide an update on timing as soon as we are able.
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URGENT NOTICE: All racing on Thursday 7 February cancelled due to equine influenza cases. MORE INFORMATION ➡️
The BHA will issue a further update tomorrow.
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BHA comment in response to an article by
@matthewsyed
regarding the use of the air-cushioned whip in British racing.
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We are shocked to hear the distressing news regarding the injuries suffered by Graham Lee. Our thoughts are with his family and friends and the whole sport is praying for one of its finest ambassadors.
We are doing everything we can to support Graham and his family, and we ask…
Graham Lee remained in intensive care on Sunday night with what were described as "very serious injuries" following a fall at Newcastle on Friday evening
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Happy retirement, Coole Cody ♥💛
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Update regarding resumption of racing:
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Correction statement regarding stories linking a COVID-19 lockdown area in the Rhondda Cynon Taff with a visit to
@DoncasterRaces
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The BHA is shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Liam Treadwell.
Chief Executive Nick Rust made the following comment:
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrive ahead of the first Royal Ascot of their reign
Keep an eye out for Saga later today, who runs in the royal silks in the Wolfreton Stakes at 5.35
#RoyalAscot
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@Ascot
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@RoyalFamily
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Britain’s first ever thoroughbred census has been launched to help improve traceability of former racehorses🐴
Owners of former racehorses in Britain are asked to submit the census to help build a wealth of intelligence on the lives thoroughbreds go on to live
Complete the…
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BHA update regarding equine influenza case ➡️
🔹Decision to be made on Monday 11 February as to whether racing can resume on Wednesday 13 February
🔹Decision to cancel racing is based on further scientific advice and discussions with participants
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Congratulations to Richard Linley for being awarded on MBE for services to Horseracing in the New Years Honours list. Richard recently stepped down from his role as BHA Senior Inspector of Courses after more than 50 years in the sport.
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Rest in peace, Desert Crown 💙💛
Our thoughts go out to everyone connected with last year's Derby hero
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In a special good luck message broadcast at tonight's Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards
@RishiSunak
hailed racing's ability to "showcase Britain on the global stage" and expressed his desire to see British racing and breeding remain the best in the world
WATCH 🎥
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British Racing has launched a petition to stop the implementation of affordability checks.
It has been warned that these checks could have a 'catastrophic' impact on the industry.
🖊️ Sign the petition here:
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Rest in peace, Thyme Hill. Thank you for the memories ♥
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Resumption update – provisional Flat Pattern and Listed race programme ➡️
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Among the excellent welfare provisions in place at
@Ascot
this week are equine misting fans which help cool horses down post-race
Here’s a couple of runners from the Ascot Stakes making the most of them!
#RoyalAscot
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We are saddened to hear of the passing of John McCririck. Throughout a lengthy & colourful career one thing was always clear–his enduring passion & love for the sport of horseracing. He was a recognisable figure & resonated with the wider public. Our condolences go to his family.
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British horseracing suspended until the end of April:
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British horseracing acts over Gordon Elliott image
➡️
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BHA confirms abandonment of five fixtures following Met Office extreme heat warning:
🔗
Monday’s meetings at Beverley,Windsor & Tuesday fixtures at Chelmsford City, Southwell & Wolverhampton abandoned after Met Office issued a ‘Red’ extreme heat warning.
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BHA Chief Executive Julie Harrington has condemned the reckless and dangerous protest that took place during this afternoon's Betfred Derby at Epsom
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Racing in England to continue behind closed doors in Tier 4 areas, owing to categorisation as an elite sport. Full statement ⬇️
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Today, we remember all those - both human and equine - who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom.
The two-minute silence at 11am is also a chance to reflect on the courage of all Armed Forces personnel, and their commitment to the service of others.…
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BHA statement following the passing of amateur jockey Lorna Brooke
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British horseracing supports investigation into abattoir images.
Statement from BHA regarding BBC Panorama
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Owing to the fact that Altior still holds his entry for the Silviniaco Conti Chase at
@kemptonparkrace
on Saturday and has not yet been scratched, the BHA has moved to issue the following update⬇️
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Huge congratulations from all at the BHA to
@HollieDoyle1
who has been named
@thesundaytimes
Sportswoman of the Year following her record breaking year
➡️
#SWOTY
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BHA statement regarding image of Irish trainer Gordon Elliott
➡️
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Balthazar King walked on to a horse ambulance & taken to Uni of Liverpool Equine Hospital for further assessment & treatment
#GrandNational
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Recognising all the brilliant women and their passion and dedication to
#BritishRacing
on
#InternationalWomensDay
#ThisFillyCan
#IWD2018
#InternationalWomensday2018
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Frankie Dettori arriving in style before he rides at
#RoyalAscot
for the final time today 🐎
@Ascot
@FrankieDettori
@jamiesnowden
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The 20th anniversary of the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by
@godolphin
were made extra special with Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal attending as the guest of honour.
The Princess Royal met all 18 finalists and heard about the excellence, commitment and…
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Wishing a long and happy retirement to the wonderful Frodon!
He is a horse who lit up the biggest stages in racing and delivered unforgettable memories for his connections and fans alike
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Wash off, misting fans plus a good pat and a drink are all part of the post race cool off process for horses
@AintreeRaces
#GrandNationalFestival
🐎
@JonjoONeill
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Having received applications from both
@TheJockeyClub
and
@arenaracingco
, the BHA has approved the alteration of race times at both
@kemptonparkrace
and
@BathRacecourse
on Wednesday to avoid a clash with England’s Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark. Revised race times below.
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Following initial checks, confirmation that all Jockeys & Horses have returned safe after the
@RandoxHealth
#GrandNational
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2023
#GrandNational
hero Corach Rambler heads back to his stable for a well earned feed ✨🐎
@AintreeRaces
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@lucindavrussell
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@DerekFoxJockey
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🌟Huge congratulations to the 2020
@godolphin
#StudAndStableStaff
Awards Employee of the Year: James Frank from Hascombe and Valiant Stud🏆 👏👏👏
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Every horse running this week has a pre-race check by a BHA Veterinary Officer to ensure they are fit to race 💪
@AintreeRaces
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#GrandNational
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Huge Congratulations to
@HollieDoyle1
, a fantastic achievement following her record breaking year 👑
#SPOTY2020
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@SirWayneKerr
Up For Review was not lame. All horses were examined prior to racing. This is the horses walking action, which has no association with lameness.
The horse was injured as a consequence of being brought down by another horse.
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We are delighted that HRH The Princess Royal will be our guest of honour, as we announce the finalists for the 20th Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards.
👇
A final round of judging will take place on 26/2/24
@Ascot
, with the winners & the overall…
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Their comments in this piece expose Animal Rising’s true objectives, which would see the extinction of the thoroughbred as a breed.
Racing brings life to horses who would not otherwise exist - and a quality of that life is astonishingly high.
We will be making this point…
A high-profile member of Animal Rising has acknowledged the controversial group's objectives could lead to the disappearance of the thoroughbred breed
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📸Rachael Blackmore in the winners enclosure
@CheltenhamRaces
Increasing opportunities for female jockeys is an important commitment for the BHA, working with the Diversity in Racing Steering Group & industry to enable many more great moments like today.
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Please note: The BHA will issue a procedural update regarding the equine influenza cases early this afternoon. A decision whether racing will return on Wednesday will be made later this evening. More detail to follow in the update.
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Plans to get owners back on track from 29 March
➡️
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🎉Congratulations to
@shelley_birkett
who rode out her claim aboard WILSON at
@LingfieldPark
this afternoon 🏇
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Congratulations
@_Davy_Russel_
on a incredible riding career following him announcing his retirement today.
Wishing Davy all the best for the future 🐎
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🏆 Congratulations to the winner of the
@godolphin
Leadership Award: Mat Nicholls from
@kimbaileyracing
🏆
🌟
#StudAndStableStaff
🌟
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A final victory for
@PaddyBrennan81
on board Manothepeople. A fitting end to a stellar career.
Wishing you a very happy retirement, Paddy.
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@Jumping4Fun
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Through
@RoRlatest
we have an emergency relief fund which can be used to help horses in vulnerable situations, we will look into the circumstances surrounding this ASAP. (1/2)
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Here’s how much it means to
@PFNicholls
🙌
G1 success
@AintreeRaces
for
@CobdenHarry
&
@PFNicholls
👏
Pic D'Orhy gallops to victory in the Marsh Chase - and in some style!🥇
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Congratulations and thank you to
@CorneliusRacing
from everyone at the BHA for his immense contribution to British racing through 30 years at
@BBCSport
.
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William Buick has been assessed by the doctors and cleared to take the remainder of his rides today.
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Trial of new jump race start procedures to begin on Monday 5 October:
🔗
🔹From 5 Oct until 31 Dec, if there is a false start in any jump race, runners will be permitted 1 more attempt at lining up & approaching the tapes at a walk/jig-jog.
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Don't forget to
#VoteHollie
tonight!
#SPOTY2020
Vote for
@HollieDoyle1
during the show!
⏰ 8pm
📺BBC One
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"Those involved in British racing are rightly proud of our sport and the role it plays in providing an unparalleled quality of life for horses bred for racing"
Full statement from BHA Chief Executive Julie Harrington following yesterday's Grand National:…
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Tremendous effort from BHA Judge Guy Lewis to fulfil the role of commentator for the first two races at
@ExeterRaces
, from the Judge's box.
It's not the first time that Guy has done this, and highlights the deep Racing knowledge and versatility of the BHA's raceday officials.
👊 Dusart - unbeaten over fences
Some exuberant leaps from Dusart on his way to victory at
@ExeterRaces
for
@NdeBoinville
&
@sevenbarrows
👏 Fair play to Guy Lewis stepping in for commentator Martin Harris who is stuck in traffic
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🏆Congratulations to
@CatchBissett
from
@kinneston
, Winner of the 2019
@Godolphin
#StudandStableStaff
Leadership Award! 🏆
@LukeGrahamMP
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State-of-the-art “misting” fans in place at
@AintreeRaces
to keep horses cool after they race 💧
#GrandNational2019
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⚠️As racing continues behind closed doors, it is crucial participants adhere to protocols, at racecourses, on yards, and at home to protect the industry.
Maintain 2m social distance
Wear a face covering at all times
Wash hands frequently
Do not go to work if you are unwell
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Auguste Rodin pretty pleased with himself following his heroics in today’s
@EpsomRacecourse
Derby! ✨ 🐎
@Betfred
@Ballydoyle
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Provisional Flat Pattern and Listed race programme: update➡️
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Runners are in the parade ring ahead of the first Classic of the season!
Here’s the 2000 Guineas favourite Auguste Rodin
#2000Guineas
@NewmarketRace
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The final category of the night, prior to the awarding of the Employee of the Year, is The Community Award (In recognition of the wonderful work Rory MacDonald achieved at
@BRSNewmarket
)
And the winner is
@GayKelleway
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Ahead of the resumption of racing, the BHA and
@GBRacing
have produced a series of short films regarding the safe return of our sport.
The first of these films - "Returning Safely" - provides an overview of the sport's approach to resumption and some of its safety measures.
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Statement from Julie Harrington regarding the tragic death of Keagan Kirkby:
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Wishing a very happy retirement to Phil Smith on his final day of work
@WorcesterRaces
Thank you for your loyal and distinguished service over 22 years as an official handicapper and since 2007 as Head of Handicapping.
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With more than 14,000 racehorses in training, horseracing employs more than 6,000 racing grooms who provide first class care and attention to our horses ❣️
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Congratulations to
@okeeffe_andrea
- winner of the 2019 Rory MacDonald Community Award
@godolphin
Stud & Stable Awards
#StudAndStableStaff
#Community
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Stage Star is checked in ✅
The Cheltenham Festival winner lines up in the opening race at 1.45
@AintreeRaces
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#RandoxGrandNational
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@PFNicholls
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