Racing Post - June 09, 2026

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BHA doubles down on Derby non-runner as backlash grows

BHA says call over Cellini was ‘most extreme test of the rule’

Australia and Hong Kong apply ‘fair-start’ concept

How much did slow start cost Benvenuto his chance?

The five previous instances of rule (H)6 being used this year

This year’s three-year-olds look a golden generation – it’s just a shame the Derby field had their big day hijacked

Goliaths can be slain by Davids with the right stones

‘We don’t exist as we are without betting’ – but key racing figures are looking at its place in the sport

Polling raises concerns over public attitude to horses in sport

●New gambling role for Rhodes confirmed

●Arc recruits former Newbury chief Thick

●Colloms to join Levy Board members

40-1, 22-1, 12-1 – HE’S THE KING OF BIG-PRICED ROYAL ASCOT WINNERS WITH A ‘SUPERSTAR FILLY’ AND A ‘GROUP 1 HORSE IN THE MAKING’

40-1, 22-1, 12-1 – HE’S THE KING OF BIG-PRICED ROYAL ASCOT WINNERS WITH A ‘SUPERSTAR FILLY’ AND A ‘GROUP 1 HORSE IN THE MAKING’

‘THIS HORSE IS A MONSTER – AND THE CLOSEST I’VE GOT TO A ROYAL ASCOT BANKER’

Epsom ace Thundering On set for Irish Oaks

‘THIS HORSE IS A MONSTER – AND THE CLOSEST I’VE GOT TO A ROYAL ASCOT BANKER’

Floodgates opened

It’s a game of chance

Amend this bad law

Standing start query

Racing has no more feet to shoot itself in

Horse is to blame

Red-hot Osborne bullish Gold Digger can give her first Royal Ascot winner

BHA insists new chair must have racing experience as it hires major headhunting firm

Diamond Necklace heads Diane entries as Haggas puts faith in Lilt

Six people bailed as police investigate brawl on Derby day

Francisco’s Piece will revel in Carlisle’s testing ground

Enable half-brother Three things to note today

Torquay Road the route to go back at Sligo

THE LAMBOURN CHALLENGE

Light Of Dawn follows Venetian Sun on familiar path to Albany

Charioteer keeps the wheels turning for Ferguson

O’Shea makes U-turn on retirement

On the hunt for the next Old Park Star as all roads lead to the Arkle Sale

Towcester team ready to go for Derby again, says Davis

International plans for hero Eddie as Hennessy heads home on a high

Quick Bennett a threat to Kent

Lionesses can ease to a routine victory

It’s the dawning of a new era so punters beware

It’s the dawning of a new era so punters beware

Young Chile side should stand tall

KINGS OF EUROPE CAN RULE THE WORLD

Who do you fancy to win the World Cup?

Which player are you most excited to watch?

How do you think England will perform?

Can Scotland finally reach the knockout stage?

Will South American teams have an advantage?

What is your favourite World Cup memory?

Is the expansion of the tournament a good idea?

Which special has caught your eye?

Toe the line with Boot rules

Sensational Mbappe to finally land top award

It’s hard to look beyond Spanish starlet Yamal

Japan are primed to lead home Asiarivals

Three Lions to cruise through the group stage

McTominay likely to lead Scottish charge

Nagelsmann does not inspire confidence in Germany’s chances

Didi’s diamonds

Curacao clash a big chance for Havertz

Brazil ace Thiago looks a golden bet

Tuchel’s team looks set up for success

Great expectations are surrounding co-hosts

POWER RANKINGS HOW TO BACK MEXICO

POWER RANKINGS EXPLAINER

Bafana Bafana lack a creative spark in attack

POWER RANKINGS HOW TO BACK SOUTH AFRICA

Tactical uncertainty to hamper Korea goals

Czechs hoping a strong start will set the tone

Canucks can improve on poor show in Qatar

Bosnians show plenty of bite as underdogs

Qatar better prepared but another flop likely

Talented Swiss fancied to have one last hurrah

Ultimate WORLD Football PREVIEW SHow

Ancelotti struggling to find a winning formula

Atlas Lions worthy of their high expectations

Minnows just happy to swim with the big boys

Optimistic Scots won’t dwell on past struggles

Co-hosts have plenty to prove on home soil

Competitive Paraguay falling short in attack

Socceroos ill-equipped even in a soft section

Crescent-Stars can seal top spot ahead of hosts

Germanyaremoving in the right direction

Blue Wave heading for choppy waters on debut

Attack to lead Elephants beyond the group stage

La Tri aiming to keep upqualifyingheroics

Classy Dutch desperate to end World Cup wait

Quarter-final dream is not out of the question

Ambitions rest on Isak and Gyokeres clicking

Carthage Eagles keen to escape painful past

Expectations are lower for the new generation

Pharaohs would settle for first World Cup win

Improving Iran could benefit from expansion

Dogged All Whites face afightto prolong stay

Ingredients are there for La Roja to challenge

Deep waters of finals won’t faze Blue Sharks

Green Falcons might struggle to take flight

Kinddrawsavinggrace for struggling Celeste

Formidable forwards key to French success

Lions of Teranga fuelled by their Afcon injustice

Iraq to enjoy short stay after long road to finals

Livewire attack will power Norway charge

HOW TO BACK NORWAY

Reigning champions arrive with high hopes

Entertaining Algeria could be worth a watch

Das Team will be keen to make up for lost time

POSSIBLE STARTING XI

HOW TO BACK AUSTRIA

Chivalrous Ones could show a stubborn side

POSSIBLE STARTING XI

HOW TO BACK JORDAN

Elite engine room can help Selecao succeed

HOW TO BACK PORTUGAL

Sturdy defence should see Leopards progress

HOW TO BACK DR CONGO

Shocks may be in short supply for debutants

POSSIBLE STARTING XI

HOW TO BACK UZBEKISTAN

Cafeteros eyeing a best run at the World Cup

HOW TO BACK COLOMBIA

No excuses this time if Three Lions don’t deliver

HOW TO BACK ENGLAND

Experienced Croatians not to be taken lightly

POWER RANKINGS HOW TO BACK CROATIA

POSSIBLE STARTING XI

Untested Ghana have to get up to speed quickly

POSSIBLE STARTING XI

HOW TO BACK GHANA

High-class opposition a concern for Panama

HOW TO BACK PANAMA

THE ULTIMATE VERDICT ON ALL 12 GROUPS AT THE WORLD CUP

THE ULTIMATE VERDICT ON ALL 12 GROUPS AT THE WORLD CUP

LAYING DOWN THE LAW

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: HOW ALL 48 TEAMS STACK UP

OFFICIAL VERDICT: THE REST OF THE REFS

How they bet on the World Cup group stage

VAR for corners one of several changes

GUIDE TO THE GROUNDS

BEHIND ENEMY LINES

TUCH OFF, HARRY – THIS IS THE GIANNI AND SHAKIRA SHOW

KINGS OF EUROPE CAN RULE THE WORLD

KINGS OF EUROPE CAN RULE THE WORLD

Toe the line with Boot rules

Sensational Mbappe to finally land top award

It’s hard to look beyond Spanish starlet Yamal

Japan are primed to lead home Asiarivals

Three Lions to cruise through the group stage

McTominay likely to lead Scottish charge

Nagelsmann does not inspire confidence in Germany’s chances

Didi’s diamonds

Curacao clash a big chance for Havertz

Brazil ace Thiago looks a golden bet

Tuchel’s team looks set up for success

Great expectations are surrounding co-hosts

POWER RANKINGS EXPLAINER

Bafana Bafana lack a creative spark in attack

Tactical uncertainty to hamper Korea goals

Czechs hoping a strong start will set the tone

Canucks can improve on poor show in Qatar

Bosnians show plenty of bite as underdogs

Bet builder banker Nikola Katic – shots & cards

Qatar better prepared but another flop likely

Talented Swiss fancied to have one last hurrah

Ancelotti struggling to find a winning formula

Atlas Lions worthy of their high expectations

Minnows just happy to swim with the big boys

Optimistic Scots won’t dwell on past struggles

Co-hosts have plenty to prove on home soil

Competitive Paraguay falling short in attack

Socceroos ill-equipped even in a soft section

Crescent-Stars can seal top spot ahead of hosts

Germany are moving in the right direction

Blue Wave heading for choppy waters on debut

Attack to lead Elephants beyond the group stage

La Tri aiming to keep up qualifying heroics

Classy Dutch desperate to end World Cup wait

Quarter-final dream is not out of the question

Ambitions rest on Isak and Gyokeres clicking

Carthage Eagles keen to escape painful past

POWER RANKINGS HOW TO BACK TUNISIA

Expectations are lower for the new generation

Pharaohs would settle for first World Cup win

HOW TO BACK EGYPT

Improving Iran could benefit from expansion

Dogged All Whites face afightto prolong stay

Ingredients are there for La Roja to challenge

Deep waters of finals won’t faze Blue Sharks

Green Falcons might struggle to take flight

Kinddrawsavinggrace for struggling Celeste

Formidable forwards key to French success

Lions of Teranga fuelled by their Afcon injustice

Iraq to enjoy short stay after long road to finals

Livewire attack will power Norway charge

Reigning champions arrive with high hopes

Entertaining Algeria could be worth a watch

POWER RANKINGS HOW TO BACK ALGERIA

Das Team will be keen to make up for lost time

Chivalrous Ones could show a stubborn side

Elite engine room can help Selecao succeed

Sturdy defence should see Leopards progress

Shocks may be in short supply for debutants

Cafeteros eyeing a best run at the World Cup

No excuses this time if Three Lions don’t deliver

Experienced Croatians not to be taken lightly

Untested Ghana have to get up to speed quickly

High-class opposition a concern for Panama

THE ULTIMATE VERDICT ON ALL 12 GROUPS AT THE WORLD CUP

THE ULTIMATE VERDICT ON ALL 12 GROUPS AT THE WORLD CUP

LAYING DOWN THE LAW

VAR for corners one of several changes

GUIDE TO THE GROUNDS

TUCH OFF, HARRY – THIS IS THE GIANNI AND SHAKIRA SHOW

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