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Red Rum - the Greatest Grand National Winner

Red Rum – the Greatest Grand National Winner

It was 35 years ago that Red Rum gained the first of his three Grand National victories, earning him pride of place in racing’s record books. Bred to be a sprinter, Red Rum won the world’s best-known chase in 1973, 1974 and 1977 as well as finishing second on his other two starts to become [...]

Devon Loch Falls at a Phantom Jump

Devon Loch Falls at a Phantom Jump

1956 was the year that the Queen Mother’s favourite, Devon Loch, tried to jump a phantom fence and landed on his belly. This left the way clear for ESB. Afterwards, The Queen Mother famously said “That’s racing”. Watch this video from 06:15 for the bizarre footage of the event from British Pathe. Dick Francis said [...]