Don Cossack

Bryan Cooper calls time on riding career

Cheltenham Gold Cup-winning rider Bryan Cooper has announced his retirement from the saddle with immediate effect.

'So far, so good' with Don Cossack as racecourse return nears

Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Don Cossack remains on course for a possible return to competitive action in February.

Ratings Update: Christmas Special

Thistlecrack fully deserved all the praise that was heaped on him after his impressive King George victory on Boxing Day, a remarkable performance given he had only made his debut over fences two months earlier.

Gordon Elliott mulling February return for Gold Cup hero Don Cossack

Gordon Elliott is eyeing the Red Mills Chase at Gowran in February as a possible starting point for last season's Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Don Cossack.

Ratings Update: Hennessy Gold Cup Meeting

The Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury on Saturday looked a typically competitive renewal on paper, with an interesting mix of battle-hardened campaigners and second-season chasers featuring in a field of 19.