Genes linked to success identified in racehorses

How can science help reduce the risk of fractures in racing, and in turn societal concerns about horses in sport? Christopher M Riggs FRCVS explains

The 2025 Racing Foundation conference heard how other sports have attracted new audiences

Experts debated whether being involved in sport is to the benefit or the detriment of our horses

Alex Hutchinson

Stereotypical behaviours, also known as stable vices, often carry great stigma, but owners should be more worried about the underlying cause, finds Mel Beale

A racehorse’s groom knows all their likes and quirks, so who better to take them into their second career ? Jennifer Donald meets those who have done just that