After all, gambling, like playing the Lotto, is a legal action intended to provide fun with no harm. Intended is not the reality of it, and gambling has always had a downside for some, and it always will.

There seems to be more anger than delight at the success of the elite band of trainers sitting at the top of the Irish training ranks

History shows us a lot we want to forget, and many see what they would like to change, but it also shows us what was done right. But you just have to look for the positives.

Is Gentlesmangame a Gold Cup horse, or did Bravemansgame just get tired and go under to a fitter rival last Saturday?

Lunchtime starts with cold air, soft ground, heavy coats, woolly hats, gloves, atmosphere and big-name horses.

Ruby Walsh runs the rule over the racing hot topics.

To have the day this title bills it to be, you need the best racehorses.

The British fixture list needs axing to regenerate itself to what it once was.

The scene is set for some tremendous action but to enjoy all of it will take planning and a detailed schedule.

Ciel De Neige is another leading contender after an eye-catching run in the Galway Plate last time out.