What to Wear to York Racecourse - Eclipse Magazine
WEBShoes and Socks. The leather loafer manages to look smart and relaxed at the same time which makes it the ideal formal summer shoe for a raceday. The loafer also allows the wearer to go sockless for a relaxed formal style. But if you do decide to wear socks, then jazz up your style with colourful or patterned ones.
What to Wear to Hamilton Park Racecourse - Eclipse Magazine
WEBThe Suit. Most gentlemen wear suits at this event but don’t fade into the background; swap those dull work suit colours for a more vibrant shade or a prominent pattern. Hang up your grey suit for a day of colour. This is definitely a bold move and confidence is one accessory you need to carry around with you.
Quick Guide to Cheltenham Trials Day - Eclipse Magazine
WEBThe last Saturday in January sees the final day of racing at Cheltenham before The Festival in March. To be held on 25th January in 2020, Festival Trials Day provides the opportunity for potential Festival contenders to complete their on-course preparation for the big event, ensuring top quality action throughout the day. The highlight race is the £100,000 G2 Cotswold Chase, this year ...
What is it like at a point-to-point? - Eclipse Magazine
WEBPoint-to-points are amateur (i.e. non-professional) races run by hunts all over the country. This is not to say the races are easy! Each hunt has an annual point-to-point which usually comprises seven races each over a distance of about three miles, over a series of large brush fences. Point-to-points originated as a fun day out to thank local ...
Ian Balding, Mill Reef and The Derby - Eclipse Magazine
WEBIan Balding, Mill Reef and The Derby. The 2nd June, 1971, was the day that Ian Balding’s name became eternally synonymous with the Derby. That is the way of things when one trains a racehorse numbered among the greatest athletes ever to grace the famous Epsom Downs turf. Mill Reef was the embodiment of perfection on that sun-kissed Wednesday ...
Glorious Goodwood: The Magnolia Cup - Eclipse Magazine
WEBOne of the highlights of Glorious Goodwood is Ladies’ Day, celebrated on the Thursday of raceweek each year. Celebrating all things female and raising serious sums of money for women’s charities, Goodwood launched the all-female, amateur horse race, the Magnolia Cup, in 2011. Twelve ladies, selected for their outstanding achievements, but ...
Nicholas Cooper appointed as ROA Acting President
WEBThe Racehorse Owners Association has announced that Nicholas Cooper will become its Acting President in February. His appointment follows the recent announcement of Rachel Hood’s retirement as the organisation’s President after four and half years in the role. Cooper joined the ROA in 1995 and the most successful horses to carry his own ...
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WEB4 days ago — Welcome to Eclipse Magazine, your premier destination for all things racing and lifestyle. Explore our curated content, racecourse guides, fashion tips & more.
Grand National Horses: Red Rum - Eclipse Magazine
WEBGiving 1lb to the Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, L’Escargot, Red Rum started third favourite at 11/1. He won easily by seven lengths when again partnered by Brian Fletcher. Only three weeks later, Red Rum took the Scottish Grand National. Between the autumn of 1974 and spring of 1976, he ran in 18 chases, winning twice and being placed seven times.
An interview with Felix Francis - Eclipse Magazine
WEBFelix Francis, the younger son of the legendary jockey and bestselling writer Dick Francis, was involved in the research and writing of his father’s novels for almost 40 years. He recalls for Eclipse Magazine what it was like working with his father and explains how he feels about his new book, Gamble, which sees him taking up the literary ...