Uk Horse Races

Online bookmakers have been introducing new features and services every month that have benefits for the average Aussie punter. The fact is that the process of placing wagers through these venues is much more efficient and stress free for punters and that’s aside from the numerous perks that come along with the services when compared with traditional bookmakers. In the past there weren’t many Australian taking advantage of UK horse races. However, perhaps one of the most notable perks of online venues is the benefit of being able to place bets on several racing markets based outside of Australia. This is something that has definitely changed the way the average Aussies places bets and has opened many new opportunities such as UK horse races.

The Scottish Grand National

Perhaps one of the most popular of all UK horse races in recent years when it comes to Aussie punters online is the prestigious Scottish Grand National held annually in April at Ayr Racecourse in Ayr, Scotland. The race is officially a Grade 3 National Hunt chase and is reserved for horses five years of age and up. It features 27 fences over a distance of 6,538 metres and is run under handicap conditions. The popularity of the event is no surprise with the legacy surrounding the event dating back to 1867. However, originally the Scottish Grand National was held at Bogside Racecourse until eventually being moved to Ayr Racecourse in 1966. One of the main reasons this event has become one of the most popular UK horse races is the fact that competitors will also compete in the famed Grand National at Aintree giving punters an opportunity to see the horses and strategize for the other race. There has only been one horse ever in history to win both the Scottish Grand National and the Grand National at Aintree and that was Red Rum in 1974.

With the amount of prestige surrounding a popular event such as the Scottish Grand National, there is obviously a ton of successful horses and jockeys that have competed in the event over the years. Some of the previous winners at Ayr for the Scottish Grand National include Hello Bud with jockey Paddy Brennan in 2009, Iris de Balme with jockey Mr Charlie Huxley in 2008, Hot Weld with jockey P.J. McDonald in 2007, Run for Paddy with jockey Carl Llewellyn in 2006, Joes Edge with jockey Keith Mercer in 2005.

The 2000 Guineas Stakes

Another extremely popular event out of UK horse races held each year is the 2000 Guineas Stakes run over a distance of 1609 metres on the Rowley Mile at Newmarket. The race is officially Group 1 status and is a flat race that is reserved for fillies and colt thoroughbreds three years of age. Taking place annually in April or early May, the 2000 Guineas Stakes is a historical meeting dating all the way back to 1809. While the name of the race comes from its humble beginnings and modest prize money when it was introduced, the current average prize money of £400,000 attracts the best of the best within the Australian circuit.

In recent years the event has become known as one of the five events known as ?lassics?which are among some of the most important UK horses including the prestigious Triple Crown. This is a major part of the appeal for jockeys, trainers, and of course Australian punters online. However, another part of the appeal is the successful competitors competing each year with some of the record holders including legends Jem Robinson with most wins by a jockey with a total of 9, ad John Scott with the record for most wins by a trainer with a total of 7. Some of the winners in previous 2000 Guineas Stakes include Sea the Stars with jockey Michael Kinane in 2009, Henrythenavigator with Johnny Murtagh in 2008, Cockney Rebel with jockey Olivier Peslier in 2007, George Washington with jockey Kieren Fallon in 2006, and Footstepsinthesand with jockey Keiren Fallon in 2005.

Conclusion:

There are many great opportunities available to Australian punters and racing fans interested in betting on UK horse races thanks to the innovative new online wagering venues. Perhaps the most noteworthy events held throughout the year are those held at the popular Ayr Racecourse in Scotland including the prestigious Grade 3 National Hunt race, the Scottish Grand National held annually in April. There are also many other popular UK horse races getting a ton of attention in recent years among Aussie fans online including the 2000 Guineas Stakes held annually in April or early May at the famous Rowley Mile at Newmarket. These are bound to be extremely popular race meetings among avid Aussie punters online during the upcoming season.