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17/09/2026

💬 "We want the best stud and stable employees to be recognised for their hard work."

Chair of the Judging Panel Nick Luck is calling on you to nominate someone for the 2027 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin.

🔗 Nominate now: https://www.thoroughbredawards.co.uk/ -section

16/09/2026

Derek ‘Dessie’ Snaith was the hugely popular winner of the Dedication Award at this year’s Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin.

His name is baked into Newmarket folklore and this morning we paid him a visit to find out more about life since being crowned an award winner at back in February.

New film 🔜

Know someone just like Derek that deserves to be recognised his their contribution to British racing?

🔗 Nominations are now open for next year’s awards: https://www.thoroughbredawards.co.uk/

15/09/2026

🎙️ The Handicapper – Betfred St Leger

Highwayman powered to an unforgettable victory for trainer Joseph O'Brien in the 250th renewal of the oldest British classic on Saturday.

In turn Saffie Osborne created history, becoming the first female jockey to win the race Doncaster Racecourse. Is the Melbourne Cup now a possibility?

Tommy Churchyard sat down with BHA Handicapper Adam Barnes for his assessment of the momentous race.

14/09/2026

🎥 Why wear a helmet and body protector?

In our new film, Godolphin winner Sarah Guest explains why safety equipment is so important when riding.

Our yards have some of the best riders in the world, but no matter how experienced someone is, there's always an element of risk.

The right helmet and body protector, fitted and worn correctly, can help reduce this risk and lessen the severity of an injury.

Watch the film to find out more. And remember to stay safe and look after yourselves 🏇

https://www.britishhorseracing.com/explained-why-wear-a-helmet-and-body-protector/

💙 HISTORY MAKER Tears of joy for Saffie Osborne who becomes the first female jockey to win a British Classic, steering H...
12/09/2026

💙 HISTORY MAKER

Tears of joy for Saffie Osborne who becomes the first female jockey to win a British Classic, steering Highwayman to victory in the 250th running of the St Leger on a momentous and unforgettable day at Doncaster Racecourse.

©️ Dan Abraham / Focus On Racing

This , British racing is supporting the launch of , a new su***de prevention toolkit for sport. Designed by The Royal ...
10/09/2026

This , British racing is supporting the launch of , a new su***de prevention toolkit for sport.

Designed by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, the toolkit provides practical guidance to help people across sport recognise warning signs, start conversations and connect individuals with support.

One conversation can change everything.

Read the full details here, including the support that is available to everyone in British racing and breeding: https://www.britishhorseracing.com/press_releases/british-racing-backs-royal-foundations-new-su***de-prevention-toolkit-for-sport/

To download the free ‘On Your Side’ Toolkit, visit the Hub of Hope: https://hubofhope.co.uk/OnYourSide/

https://youtu.be/AE8Q8TFOdJw?si=g8G_9NF6fRJcmsl2

09/09/2026

💙 "We're really proud to see the awards come back to York."

William Derby, the Chief Executive at York Races, is thrilled to once again host the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin.

🔗 Nominations are now open: https://www.thoroughbredawards.co.uk/

📸 Senedd member for Fflint Wrecsam Sam Rowlands visited Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse this afternoon, learning about BHA race...
04/09/2026

📸 Senedd member for Fflint Wrecsam Sam Rowlands visited Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse this afternoon, learning about BHA raceday protocols and presenting the trophy of the first race to connections of Hoe Joly Smoke.

ℹ️ The BHA and The RCA have published the second annual evaluation of racing’s Sports Gambling Sponsorship Code of Condu...
04/09/2026

ℹ️ The BHA and The RCA have published the second annual evaluation of racing’s Sports Gambling Sponsorship Code of Conduct.

https://media.britishhorseracing.com/bha/Misc/Betting_sponsor_code_of_conduct.pdf

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