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MARK BOYLAN: Forget Benvenuto's law - this rule is a disaster waiting to happen
Mark Boylan
There has been plenty of talk around fairness at the start for punters, but Mark Boylan argues another rule is set up particularly poorly for the betting public
12 June 2026 Columns
THE WEEK THAT WAS: X marks the Spot
The Derby was the topic of converstation for many days over social media, but not the winner"
12 June 2026 Columns
BREEDING INSIGHTS: When Christmas Day is a summer celebration
Camelot and Sea The Stars feature in the family of the Derby 1-2, writes Leo Powell
PODCAST: THE RACING EDGE - Danny McLoughlin on a "magic" first listed win
The podcast team of Mark Boylan, Anne Marie Duff and Amy Lynam also look back on a dramatic Betfred Derby Festival at Epsom
8 June 2026 News
WATCH: "It was so easy" - Christmas Day wins Derby under Ronan Whelan
The favourite Benvenuto Cellini finished down the field and was later declared a non-runner, having not had a fair start
6 June 2026 News
THE WEEK THAT WAS: Can Soumi steal the show?
The Derby is the focus of the weekend and offers a few fascinating possibilities
4 June 2026 Columns
Benvenuto Cellini heads 17 left in Derby
Calandagan and Jan Brueghel on course for Coronation Cup rematch on Saturday
1 June 2026 News
THE WEEK THAT WAS: Curragh check-ups cause conflict
How much scrutiny are world-wide vets putting in pre-race checks? Are the opinions of connections being ignored?
1 June 2026 Columns
Orby and Boss Croker: The unlikely story of Ireland's first Derby winner
A week ahead of the Derby at Epsom, Jim Healy tells the story of Orby, the first Irish-trained winner of the race in 1907
31 May 2026 Features
Coolmore partners backing Epsom rejuvenation
Jockey Club Racecourses have announced a suite of upgrades for the Derby Festival, including major prize money increases
12 December 2025 News