Cheltenham Festival 2026: ‘Willie’s in the Bumper’ – but which one?
Willie Mullins will saddle five runners in search of a remarkable 15th Champion Bumper win on Wednesday.
It’s 30 years since the master trainer’s first win in the race with Wither or Which, whom he rode himself, and it’s taken a total of 108 bullets to hit the target 14 times.
Ammunition aside, last year’s winning rider, Jody Townend, believes Mullins’ ability to “get them sharp” is key.
Ferrari’s Australian GP: Five key takeaways from a weekend of mixed fortunes
Scuderia Ferrari’s season kicked off at Albert Park in Melbourne, and the action provided plenty of talking points.
Whilst the weekend didn’t entirely go to plan, it gave indications of a potentially wide-open title race and glimpses of how successful the team could be this season.
Cheltenham Festival 2026 guide: Day-by-day race times, how to watch tv guide, best horses, trainers, jockeys and more
The 2026 Cheltenham Festival is the biggest four days in National Hunt racing. Sports News Blitz delivers a guide to the race times, tv schedule, top horses, trainers, jockeys and more.
March is a magical time of year. The weather starts to behave itself, it’s not dark at 4pm and 8am and most importantly - it’s the Cheltenham Festival.
Horse racing news: Cheltenham Fever has bookmaker feeling queasy with £450m at stake
Bookmakers up and down the UK are braced for horse racing’s biggest betting week of the year, the Cheltenham Festival, with 28 races over four days, all of which made it into the 31 most bet-on races in 2025.
This year, William Hill, who sponsor the William Hill County Hurdle on Gold Cup Day (Friday 13th March), are forecasting an industry total of £450million to be wagered in the United Kingdom across the four days.
Cheltenham Festival 2026: Richard Johnson and co give their Gold Cup fancies and best selections
After being allowed out on day release for a preview night, Sports News Blitz’s horse racing expert Kieran McHugh has reported back with all the Cheltenham Festival expert opinions.
Check out who they are backing for glory…
Cheltenham Gold Cup news: Gavin Cromwell says Inothewayurthinkin “will take plenty of beating” if he turns up
Gavin Cromwell has fired an early warning to the rest of the staying chase division: if Inothewayurthinkin brings his A-game to the Cheltenham Gold Cup, they might all be running for second.
Speaking on William Hill’s Inside Track: Ireland podcast, the trainer admitted this season hasn’t exactly gone to script - for the yard or for his stable star - but insists the reigning Gold Cup hero is coming to the boil at the right time.
Cheltenham Festival 2026: The challenge, UK vs Ireland
Cheltenham Festival is upon us. Between March 10 and March 13 in Gloucestershire, one of the most historical horse racing meetings in the whole world will take place for its latest edition.
The event attracts all horse racing enthusiasts, who will already be busy searching for the favorites to win the individual races.
If you're one of them, you can take advantage of the Cheltenham Festival free bets to reduce your losses and bet on your favourite horse, or your favourite jockey.
MMA news: Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje, Alex Pereira vs Cyril Gane headline UFC Freedom 250
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has officially revealed the fight card for its historic event at the White House, set to take place on June 14 as part of ‘America250’ celebrations.
While the line-up features two title bouts and a host of popular fighters, the announcement has been met with a wave of disappointment from fans who feel the “greatest-ever” card failed to materialise, writes Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Faris-Clark.
Premier League 2025/26 Mid-Season Predictions and Current Tactical Trends
The English Premier League in the 2025/26 season has only strengthened its status as the world’s strongest and most competitive top league. The line between contenders for top-four spots and those fighting for survival is incredibly thin these days.
Such unpredictability attracts football fans in the same way that 50 free spins no deposit attract gamblers. Despite the complexity of analyzing the current Premier League, it is interesting to make predictions on matches and long-term outcomes. What can we expect from the final stretch of the season, and what has the first half of the current campaign taught us?
Indian Wells Open: Four iconic matches in Tennis Paradise, including Mirra Andreeva’s fairytale win
The Californian desert has hosted some mesmerising match-ups over the years, from the remarkable rivalry between Andre Agassi and Pete Sampras to Mirra Andreeva’s fairytale title win last time out.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta takes a closer look at the best moments in recent Indian Wells Open history.
Australian GP takeaways: Mercedes set the benchmark, Ferrari close behind and Arvid Lindblad shines
The opening race weekend of the new F1 season saw George Russell win the season opener, converting pole position into a race-winning Mercedes one-two with Andrea Kimi Antonelli.
Despite the pressure from Ferrari on the Silver Arrows, the first race of the season showed the potential of the Prancing Horse and a promising rookie debut.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu discusses the takeaways from the Australian Grand Prix.
Andrea Atzeni stars at Sha Tin to land first four-timer in Hong Kong
Andrea Atzeni’s surge up the Hong Kong jockeys’ championship gained further impetus at Sha Tin on Sunday (8 March) when the Italian produced a career-best quartet in Hong Kong, taking his tally of wins to 35 for the season.
Padel news: Racquet 360 secures $9million funding round to accelerate US padel expansion
The United States’ premier integrated platform for the modern racket sports industry has announced the successful completion and deployment of a $9million funding round.
Finalised in Q4 2025, the funding round attracted a strategic mix of sports focused private equity funds, angel investors and family offices, including Sunrise Padel Capital (Miami, FL), Profluence Capital (St. Petersburg, FL) and Taktika Equity (San Diego, CA).
Unlike traditional funding announcements, Racquet 360’s raise was strategically timed to accelerate momentum for milestones already in motion.
Breakout Jockeys and Horses to Follow in the Upcoming Calendar
Horse racing is a sport that is constantly evolving, with new names joining the sport every year.
Every star coming into the sport will aim to make their impression, whether that is by winning a notable Grade One or scoring victory in one of the Classics.
Breakout jockeys will be looking to upset the status quo, and their mounts will likely be overlooked due to the inexperience of the rider when making online horse racing betting selections.
But, who are potentially some of the breakout jockeys and horses worth following in 2026?
Premier League news: Can Wolves bounce back after Rob Edwards’ turnaround at Molineux?
For much of the season, the conversation around Wolves was not about survival but about unwanted history, with fears they might challenge Derby County’s record-low Premier League points total.
Now, as the campaign edges towards its final weeks, the mood around Molineux feels very different. Wolves have begun to show fight, picking up results and performances that few expected earlier in the season.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Liberty Nicholson-Hulse takes a closer look at Wolves’ improved form, the relegation threat, and the Championship opportunities ahead.
Why Transparency Is the Real Currency of Online Gambling in Slovenia
Transparency influences gambling decisions long before gameplay begins. Slovenian players form opinions early, often within seconds of landing on a platform. Visual order, information clarity, and predictable structure carry more weight than promotions or promises.
That is why casino review platforms carry so much weight in the decision process. When players encounter MyEmpire Casino through a transparent listing that presents terms, payment conditions, and operational rules upfront, credibility forms before registration becomes relevant.
MMA analysis: When two belts become one problem
Winning belts in two different divisions is still the peak of achievement in MMA.
But with champs seemingly all too eager to move up, and less willing to defend at their own weight class, the UFC is having a hard time keeping divisions moving.
Sports News Blitz writer Ollie Hughes discusses the problems that arise when every champ is striving for a second belt.
F1 news: Five talking points ahead of the Australian Grand Prix as Lando Norris begins title defence
The 2026 Formula 1 season kicks off this weekend at the iconic Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne and there are plenty of talking points ahead of the action.
With new regulations, new teams, and some uncertainties coming into the season, the Australian Grand Prix could give the first real indication of how the new season might unfold.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tyler Cooke takes a look at five key talking points.
FA Cup fifth round news: Betting tips, predictions and preview for televised games
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s FA Cup TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher – including Saturday’s big one between Newcastle United and Manchester City.
T20 World Cup betting tips: India vs New Zealand – Fireworks expected at Narendra Modi Stadium
The T20 World Cup 2026 final pits hot favourites India against New Zealand in a high-stakes encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Here, Sports News Blitz cricket writer Himanshu Sharma previews the clash and offers his best betting tips.