Kauto Star, Nijinsky, Arkle, Desert Orchid, Frankel, Red Rum . how
do you rank the best British and Irish horses from both Flat racing
and jumping? How do you compare a fleet-footed sprinter with the
robust staying power of a steeplechaser? Robin Oakley's highly
personal list will provoke debate among racing fans everywhere. A
lifelong devotee of racing and well known as the Turf correspondent
for the Spectator, former BBC Political Editor Robin Oakley has
made his selection not just on statistics but on the 'fun factor',
giving prominence to horses who seized the public's imagination. He
brings the legendary names of past and present vividly to life with
a wealth of fascinating stories behind their victories. Illuminated
by archive photographs that illustrate the athleticism, character
and courage of the horses, Britain and Ireland's Top 100 Racehorses
of All Time is the perfect gift for any fan of racing and its
colourful history.
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