Racing

The story of Frank Hayes - the jockey who won a race despite being dead

American jockey Frank Hayes remains the only jockey to win a race while being dead after his success on board Sweet Kiss at Belmont Park

Jockey addicted to crystal meth and beaten by dealer battles back to win 500th race

Racing Jason Maskiell hit rock bottom after turning to drink and drugs to cope with the death of his fellow jockey and friend Ben Smith in 2011, even taking a more potent form of crystal meth

Jockey dies aged 24 after being 'trampled to death' by horses from fall seconds into race

An apprentice jockey has tragically died aged just 24 after falling from his horse just seconds into a race at the Hyderabad Race Club after being rushed to hospital

Horse racing trainer Zoe Davison dies after battle with terminal cancer

Horse racing trainer Zoe Davison lost her battle with cancer this afternoon after her yard had two winners at Plumpton races today

Two horses crash through fence and collapse into hedge in Kempton races chaos

Cloud Thunder was leading the field in Kempton's opener before colliding with Warranty to cause utter chaos and rule both out of the race

English Puppy Greyhound Derby Final - runner by runner guide

Pools Football Partnership Runner by runner guide to tonight's Category 1 Final at Towcester, the English Puppy Greyhound Derby

From Cunning Stunt to Major B Oner: The most controversial horse names banned by racing authorities

There have been some weird racehorse names over the years and some have been banned by racing bosses

Greyhound Racing – best bets for Wednesday’s action at Doncaster

Racing We returned five winners from 12 selections last week - including one 7/2 winner - and are looking to improve opn that strike rate at Doncaster tonight.

'World's sexiest jockey' Leonna Mayor lands new career after TV row with rider Ryan Moore

Leonna Mayor has gained plenty of admirers for her straight-talking punditry style, meaning Sky Sports have decided to hire the stunning former flat rider branded the "world's sexiest jockey"

Swindon Oaks greyhound racing, free tips & preview

Pools Football Partnership The Oaks is a greyhound racing classic and we preview tonight's meeting with free tips for every race

Gerry Griffin dead: Former jockey and horse talent spotter dies aged 73

Tributes have poured in for legendary ex-jockey and talent-spotter Gerry Griffin, who helped find Aintree winner Monet’s Garden and Simply Ned, after his passing at the age of 73

Joe Biden beats Donald Trump by a nose in two-horse race - at Lingfield Park

On the day of the US election, a horse named BidenHisTime took on a blonde-maned rival called SuperTrump in a race at Lingfield Park

Pat Smullen dead: Legendary jockey passes away from cancer aged 43

Nine-time Irish champion jockey and 12-time European Classic winner Pat Smullen has died at the age of 43 after battling cancer

Get a free £1 bet on tomorrow's horse racing with William Hill - here's how to claim

Racing Celebrate the start of the Ebor Festival with a free punt at your local shop

Racing Tips for Glorious Goodwood Day One as spectators return this week

Racecourses are starting to resume normal service with Glorious Goodwood becoming the first in the country to start to allow spectators back to watch the sport this week

Parents of jockey left paralysed falling from horse watched horror unfold live on TV

Jacob Pritchard Webb had achieved his dream of becoming a professional jockey before he suffered a nasty fall at Auteuil which left him paralysed from the waist down

Twice Champion Jockey Barry Geraghty announces retirement as tributes pour in

The twice Champion Jockey won the biggest prizes in the sport including two Cheltenham Gold Cups and the 2003 Grand National

Epsom Derby tips: Best bets for Saturday's horse racing from our top tipster

Today’s Investec Derby at Epsom promises to be one of the races of the year so far, and here are all the best tips from Daily Star Sport

Liam Treadwell dead: Grand National winning jockey passes away aged 34

Liam Treadwell, the jockey who rode 100/1 shot Mon Mome to victory in the 2009 Grand National, has tragically passed away aged just 34

Nando Parrado storms home as biggest-priced winner in Royal Ascot history at 150-1

Nando Parrado left punters shell-shocked as the 150-1 shot triumphed in the Coventry Stakes as biggest-priced winner in modern times at Royal Ascot on day five of the festival

Royal Ascot 2020 Saturday results: Every race winner on Day Five of festival

Eight compelling races are bound to keep punters on their toes on Ascot's 'Super Saturday'. Three Group 1 races will mean plenty of fiercely competitive action as the season belatedly gets underway

Royal Ascot 2020 Saturday tips: Best horse racing bets on Day Five of festival

The action continues at Royal Ascot into the final day of racing action - but will you be backing one of our top tipsters horses in the big races of the day?

Royal Ascot 2020 Friday results: Every race winner on Day Four of festival

Royal Asvot continues without the glamorous punters in the stands but the action remains as exciting as ever - but have you backed a winner on day four?

Royal Ascot 2020 Friday tips: Best horse racing bets on Day Four of festival

The action continues at Royal Ascot into day four of five - but will you be backing one of our top tipsters horses in the big races of the day?

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Floyd Mayweather Floyd Mayweather losing to Logan Paul is ‘acceptable’ insists his ex-sparring partner Floyd Mayweather has been backed to beat Logan Paul in their exhibition bout but told he won’t risk his legacy in the fight

Roy Keane's Bruno Fernandes opinion proven right again in Liverpool vs Man Utd

Manchester United FC Manchester United legend Roy Keane criticised Red Devils star Bruno Fernandes earlier this month and was proven right against Liverpool at Anfield this evening

Chelsea star Thiago Silva faces punishment after breaking FA protocol after Fulham win

Chelsea FC Chelsea star Thiago Silva could face an FA punishment after breaching protocol regulations to throw his shirt to a fan after beating Fulham

Dustin Poirier’s assessment of “jackass” Conor McGregor seven years ago has backfired

Conor Mcgregor Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor reignite their fierce rivalry this weekend as the pair meet on Fight Island at UFC 257, and the pair have a history that goes back seven years

Borussia Dortmund identify Arsenal flop as ideal Jadon Sancho replacement

Jadon Sancho Borussia Dortmund are facing another transfer battle to keep hold of Jadon Sancho, with Manchester United expected to have another go at signing the £100m-plus forward

UFC Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier venue: Inside state-of-the-art Etihad Arena hosting UFC 257 Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier will meet for the second time at UFC 257 this Saturday at the state-of-the-art Etihad Arena

Pep Guardiola admits Man City are preparing for life without Sergio Aguero

Manchester City FC Sergio Aguero has missed the majority of the Premier League season through injury, and now Pep Guardiola has admitted that Man City are getting ready for life after the Argentine leaves the Etihad

Inside Mesut Ozil's £10million London home he could look to sell after leaving Arsenal

Mesut Ozil Mesut Ozil is close to becoming a Fenerbahce player after leaving Arsenal in January - but the man who earned £350,000-a-week in north London is leaving behind a palace

Mesut Ozil announced as Fenerbahce player as torrid Arsenal spell comes to end

Arsenal FC Mesut Ozil has not played for Arsenal this season after being axed from the first-team squad by Mikel Arteta - and now his exit has been confirmed with Fenerbahce releasing footage of the player

Ian Wright says four players helped Arsenal back to their best in win over Newcastle

Arsenal FC Arsenal picked up their fourth win in five games at home to Newcastle on Monday night, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's brace and a Bukayo Saka strike handing them a 3-0 victory

Real Life Barber gives homeless man a haircut and he now looks unrecognisable A homeless man was given a makeover by French celebrity barber David Kodat resulting in an incredible transformation. His hair and beard was cut, revealing a much younger-looking face

Inside Coronation Street cast's luxurious homes – Pools, man caves and huge gardens

Coronation Street Coronation Street stars such as Samia Longchambon and Alan Halsall may spend a lot of time on the cobbles, but their actual homes are a far cry from Weatherfield

Holly Willoughby winces as tattooed This Morning guest talks inking in 'intimate area'

Holly Willoughby This Morning presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were joined by special guest Becky Holt on Tuesday's show, as she discussed her spectacular array of tattoos

Mum spends 20 years and thousands on tattoos to cover body – including armpits

Tattoos Alex Derbyshire, 38, a mum-of-two, got her first inking at 18. She went on to get designs on her hands, face, toes and ARMPITS. She also has blackout tattoos on her arms

Model with 'biggest butt on OnlyFans' ditches undies at the gym to 'feel free'

OnlyFans Lissa Aires, from Argentina, drew attention on social media when she revealed her little gym secret. The Instagram model says she trains without underwear to "feel more free"

Saira Khan Saira Khan makes another dig at 'tolerating' Loose Women co-stars after ITV exit Saira Khan unexpectedly quit Loose Women earlier this month after five years, as she said there was 'nothing left to share' for her on the show, so decided to 'bow out'

Marks and Spencer slash 70% off sale items online and prices start from £6

Marks and Spencer Those still seeking the best deals on fashion and homewares in the January sales can pick up incredible savings in the Marks and Spencer sale online

Twin girls seized from hotel after being sold online 'still want nothing to do with mum'

Family The sale of Kiara and Keyara Wecker to a UK couple in 2001 sparked a transatlantic battle and condemnation from Tony Blair, but what's become of the twins since then?

Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier venue: Inside state-of-the-art Etihad Arena hosting UFC 257

UFC Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier will meet for the second time at UFC 257 this Saturday at the state-of-the-art Etihad Arena

Ben Shephard left in hysterics as Tipping Point player suffers epic counter fail

Ben Shephard Tipping Point presenter Ben Shephard couldn't help but laugh as a contestant taking part suffered a series of mistakes during Tuesday's episode, including a counter fail

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