A Sexy Horse: we pick Dan Breen at Sandown over champagne and seafood tapas [00:40]
A bottleof champagne; two large glasses of ornage to make buck's fizz; seafood tapas with breads for 3 people all for £54; lovely live music and overlooking the paddock! I could indulge having backed Posh Emily each way at 14/1 (3rd) and Russian Flag to win at 8/1 (won) but my former colleague at the Royal Geographical Society Kathryn hadn't yet had a bet. She was a first time racegoer and inspired by my succesas a tipster so far decided to have a good bet on Dan Breen. Somehow; we thought he was just a sexy horse whn he entered the Parade ring...
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How to Pick a Horse in the Paddock: Sandown Racecourse Paddock Guide Display [00:55]
Thought this was a great idea as though I can tell the general aura abot a horse in the Paddock I am not au fait with the specific ways of telling if a horse is fit. This would be a good idea to introduce at other courses imho !
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View of the scenic backdrop of Chepstow [01:23]
Love this view when the sun starts to set....
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History of Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs Harness Racing Track [03:25]
It started life in the 1960s...alternated between harness and thoroughbred racing in the 70s...attracted crowds of loyal fans throughout the 80s and 90s...and added casino excitement and most recently, prestigious national events like the Breeders Crown to what some people say is the nation's best track to race on. In this clip from the TV show 'PA HarnessWeek', we take a look back at the track's storied history through vintage photos and videos plus interviews from champion trainer Sam Beegle, leading driver George Napolitano, Jr, track officials like announcer Jim Beviglia and longtime publicist John Zimich.
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The Bridge of the Ship: The Stewards' Box [03:00]
The Stewards vantage point at Cheltenham is akin to the Bridge of a ship...
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