Dylan Johnston (centre), trainer Sam Thomas (right) and connections after winning the the DragonBet 'Welsh Champion' Hurdle with Celtic Dino. Pic: Alamy

Proud Sam Thomas Savours Home Success With Celtic Dino in Welsh Champion Hurdle

The three-day DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival enjoyed a rousing finish as Welsh trainer-owner combination of Sam Thomas and Dai Walters triumphed again at Chepstow.

Gareth James | Oct 13, 2025
James Bowen (left) and Sean Bowen (right). Pic. Alamy

Bowen Family Lead Welsh Charge as Chepstow Hosts DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival

Welsh racing’s most successful family will take centre stage this weekend when Chepstow Racecourse hosts the inaugural DragonBet Welsh Horse Racing Festival from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 October.

Graham Thomas | Oct 09, 2025
Jockey Jack Tudor (left) and trainer Christian Williams. Pic. Alamy

Christian Williams and Jack Tudor Flying Welsh Flag at Chepstow’s New Racing Festival

The DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival is almost here and excitement is growing at one Welsh yard, as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Oct 03, 2025
Jockey Sean Bowen is kissed by trainer Rebecca Curtis as they celebrate after their horse Haiti Couleurs won the Irish Grand National.

Wales’ Best Horse Ignites Dreams of Gold Cup and Grand National Double

Welsh trainer Rebecca Curtis tells DragonSport’s James Stevens all about Grand National favourite Haiti Couleurs, stabled at her base in Pembrokeshire.

James Stevens | Sep 18, 2025
Welsh trainer Peter Bowen and son Sean. Pic: Alamy

Contender for Welsh Racing Festival Emerges as Jumps Season Nears

The jumps season is closing in and there could be potential clues on the home challenge for the DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival.

James Stevens | Sep 02, 2025
Former jockey and trainer Geoff Lewis. Pic. Alamy

Wales Mourns Geoff Lewis: The Derby-Winning Jockey Who Became a Legend

Wales has lost one of its greatest sporting pioneers with the passing of legendary jockey and trainer Geoff Lewis, who has died at the age of 89.

Graham Thomas | Aug 27, 2025
Waving goodbye - Welsh jockey David Probert is leaving for Hong Kong

David Probert Bows Out in Style . . . While Mrs. Vaughan is Head of the Family Firm

It was another busy week in Welsh racing and the Racing Post's James Stevens has all the latest news.

James Stevens | Aug 26, 2025
Jockey David Probert. Pic: Alamy

Wales Takes on the World at Prestigious Ebor Festival at York

Challengers from Japan, Australia, France and Ireland will head to York for the prestigious Ebor Festival this week, but Wales, too, will be represented as The Racing Post’s James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Aug 20, 2025
A dead heat between Saqqara Sands, ridden by Rossa Ryan (blue cap), and Tabiti, ridden by Ryan Moore. Pic. Alamy

How a Welsh Horse Made a Bit of Glorious Goodwood History to Continue Brilliant Season

Racing Post journalist James Stevens looks at a busy week on the Flat for Welsh horses, jockeys, owners and trainers . . .

James Stevens | Aug 05, 2025

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A Welsh family, steeped in racing, is about to get under orders for an incredible challenge. The Racing Post’s James Stevens reports on a remarkable tale plus news on a retirement decision.

James Stevens | Jul 29, 2025
Chepstow Racecourse. Pic: Alamy

Move Over, Cheltenham . . . Chepstow To Host New DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival

Wales is to have its very own Cheltenham Festival - the Dragonbet Welsh Racing Festival at Chepstow will be in October, with a £13-a-day ticket deal, as James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Jul 23, 2025
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David Probert Saddles Up And Heads Far East

A top Welsh jockey makes a shock move abroad - and find out how you can visit a Welsh racing yard for free. All the Welsh racing news with The Racing Post's James Stevens.

James Stevens | Jul 22, 2025
James Bowen (left) and Sean Bowen (right). Pic. Alamy

The Honeymoon Is Over . . . Wedding Bells Turns To Family Showdown For The Rival Bowens In £100,000 Saturday Race

It is a huge weekend for the Bowen family, while on the Flat there is major success for one Welsh jockey, as the Racing Post’s James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Jul 15, 2025
Champion Jockey Sean Bowen. Pic. Alamy

Champion Jockey Nears Milestone As A Chance To Join The Greats Becomes More Likely

Welsh connections remain busy through a scorching week on the track. The Racing Post's James Stevens has the latest news...

James Stevens | Jul 01, 2025
Calling the Wind ridden by jockey Neil Callan (centre, purple) wins the Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate with Golden Rules ridden by jockey Oisin Murphy (third right) second during day three

'He will win!” . . . Two Years On From Infamous Interview, Wales' Star Flat Horse Looks To Land Weekend Highlight

Forget Royal Ascot, it is a huge weekend for a Welsh yard in the North East of England, while closer to home a major milestone was celebrated. The Racing Post's James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Jun 25, 2025
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Grace Harris Chasing Royal Ascot Glory with Bargain Colt “Eddie”

Everyone loves an underdog story - especially at the moneyed arena that is Royal Ascot. The Welsh story this year is Grace Harris and “Eddie”, as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Jun 18, 2025
Welsh trainer Grace Harris. Pic: Alamy

The Five Horses For Welsh Connections To Watch At Royal Ascot

Royal Ascot is here and so are the big chances for Welsh connections. The Racing Post's James Stevens looks through the five names to keep an eye on.

James Stevens | Jun 17, 2025
David Brobert on Al Wasl Storm. Pic: Getty

David Probert Out To Whip Up A Derby Day Storm

It is Derby day at Epsom on Saturday and The Racing Post's James Stevens has the latest on how Wales could be represented on the famous Downs.

James Stevens | Jun 03, 2025
Jockey David Probert. Pic: Alamy

Dazzling David Probert Tees Up Big June With Haydock Treble

It was a memorable week of Flat racing for Wales' biggest names, while it was all change at one of the major jumps yards, as James Stevens of The Racing Post reports.

James Stevens | May 27, 2025
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Just Beautiful . . . Sheila Lewis Gets The Winners' Treatment As New Championship Could Be On The Way

A horse for Wales’ racing trainer-turned beauty salon owner was looking good on the track as another yard target a new championship. The Racing Post’s James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | May 20, 2025
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Derby Horse Emerges For David Probert With Big Win At Chester

It was a busy week over jumps and on the Flat for Welsh connections and the Racing Post's James Stevens has all the big news across the tracks.

James Stevens | May 13, 2025
James Bowen won on Lulamba. Pic: Alamy

Bowen Brothers Star At Punchestown And Achievements Have Even Got Politicians Talking

The eyes of the jumps world were on Ireland this week, but leading Welsh jockeys still had their say. The Racing Post's James Stevens on the weekend's action.

James Stevens | May 06, 2025
Sean Bowen receives the champion jockey trophy from AP McCoy

Sean Bowen . . . The Story Of The Pembrokeshire Boy Who Became A Welsh Racing Giant

Sean Bowen joined the immortals when he was crowned champion jump jockey. The Racing Post's James Stevens salutes the journey of an eight-year-old with an allergy to horses, to the top of his sport.

James Stevens | Apr 28, 2025
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Chelsea Dream Turns Into Champion Jockey Reality For Sean Bowen

Sean Bowen is on the cusp of history - poised to become the first Welsh winner of the champion jump jockey title for over 70 years, as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Apr 25, 2025
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Haiti Couleurs' Irish Grand National Triumph Underscores Rebecca Curtis Revival And Class Of Sean Bowen

Haiti Couleurs produced an incredible result in Ireland as Sean Bowen prepares to become champion jockey. The Racing Post's James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Apr 22, 2025