BHA confirms later start time for Windsor’s fixture on Saturday 27 June

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Windsor’s fixture on Saturday 27 June will be staged later to avoid racing during the hottest part of the day. The first race will now be at … More 24 Jun 2026

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Fixtures at Yarmouth and Doncaster to start earlier on Friday 26 June

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Yarmouth and Doncaster’s fixtures on Friday 26 June will be staged earlier in the day to avoid racing when temperatures are at their highest. … More 24 Jun 2026

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Equine flu: Sales advice and situation update

The following update has been sent to British racehorse trainers today, with the latest information on the work to stop the spread of equine influenza and guidance ahead of the upcoming sales. Situation … More 24 Jun 2026

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New members appointed to BHA’s independent Judicial Panel

Sarah Crowther KC, the Chair of the BHA’s independent Judicial Panel, has today confirmed nine new appointees to the Panel, which encompasses the Disciplinary Panel, Appeal Board and Licensing Committee. … More 23 Jun 2026

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Ffos Las, Kempton Park and Salisbury fixtures rescheduled; Newmarket and Nottingham to start earlier in the day

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm the rescheduling of Wednesday’s fixtures at Ffos Las, Kempton Park and Salisbury, which were postponed due to extreme heat warnings. The fixture … More 22 Jun 2026

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BHA confirms abandonment of four fixtures following Met Office extreme heat warning

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has confirmed that Wednesday’s fixtures at Kempton Park, Salisbury, Worcester and Ffos Las have been abandoned due to the forecast high temperatures. This follows … More 22 Jun 2026

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BHA confirms alteration of race times at Worcester’s fixture on Wednesday 24 June due to high temperatures

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Wednesday’s Jump fixture at Worcester Racecourse will be staged earlier in the day due to the forecast high temperatures. With temperatures … More 21 Jun 2026

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Equine influenza: tracing horses, managing risk and PCR testing

Earlier this week we informed you about a confirmed case of equine influenza in a horse that had been purchased and brought to Britain from the Goffs Arkle sale in Kildare Paddocks. Again, our sincere … More 20 Jun 2026

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Equine flu: Goffs Arkle sale and advice for racehorse trainers

Earlier this week we updated industry participants and stakeholders about a confirmed case of equine influenza in a horse that had been purchased at the Goffs Arkle Sale in Kildare Paddocks. The BHA … More 19 Jun 2026

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Equine influenza: Confirmed case and Goffs Arkle sale

The BHA has been informed about a confirmed case of equine influenza in a vaccinated thoroughbred racehorse based in a yard adjacent to licensed training premises near Bridgnorth in Shropshire. The … More 17 Jun 2026

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BHA confirms additional Flat fixture at Chepstow on Friday 3 July

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that an additional Flat fixture has been scheduled at Chepstow on Friday 3 July. The fixture will be run as a seven-race card with a total prize fund … More 12 Jun 2026

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BHA publish updated safeguarding regulations for British racing

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) is publishing updated safeguarding rules and regulations to help ensure British racing continues to be safe, enjoyable and fulfilling industry in which to work. … More 9 Jun 2026

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