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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Change to the Rules of Racing – June 2026

Following consultation with the Professional Jockeys Association (PJA), an amendment to the Rules of Racing will be made on Monday 8 June to address anomalies relating to jockey riding fees when a declared … More 4 Jun 2026

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Handicapper Martin Greenwood to step down as Steeplechase Team Leader

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that Martin Greenwood is to step down from his position as Steeplechase Team Leader in September, a role that includes setting the weights … More 2 Jun 2026

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BHA confirms rescheduling of Listed Queen Charlotte Fillies’ Stakes to Chester on 27 June

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that the Listed Queen Charlotte Fillies’ Stakes has been rescheduled to Chester on Saturday 27 June. The seven-furlong contest was originally … More 1 Jun 2026

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BHA confirms the transfer of two Chelmsford City fixtures to Yarmouth and Southwell

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that the next two fixtures scheduled to take place at Chelmsford City Racecourse (CCR) have been transferred. The fixture on Thursday 18 June has … More 29 May 2026

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Additional fixtures scheduled at Wolverhampton on 29 May and Carlisle on 30 May

Following the cancellation of Haydock Park’s fixtures on Friday 29 May and Saturday 30 May, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that two additional fixtures have been scheduled. On … More 26 May 2026

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Gold Cup winner Gaelic Warrior heads 2025/26 Anglo-Irish Jumps Classification

Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Gaelic Warrior has finished top of the end-of-season Anglo Irish Jumps Classification for 2025/26 with a rating of 180. The Willie Mullins-trained eight-year-old lined up … More 20 May 2026

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