Andy Newton

Andy Newton

Sports Journalist · 577 articles

Andy is a horse racing journalist and betting expert who specializes in trends and stats. With his long association with FromTheStables Andy has also built-up solid contacts with some of the best stables in the UK. He also writes for GeeGeez and has produced content for bookmakers Matchbook and BetBright in the past, plus was the former sports betting editor of odds comparison site Easyodds and Juicestorm. Andy has also appeared on betting podcasts for MatchBook and has featured in the popular Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Guide. Plus, has also ghost written for former top jockey Richard Dunwoody and has had a regular monthly column in the Racing Ahead horse racing magazine for 15 years. Andy is now a regular on ReadHorseRacing.com - giving his expert views, trends and tips on horse racing - if there's a stat to be explored, Andy is sure to find a betting angle to use. You can also see his popular daily horse racing cheat sheet that highlights best bets, NAP's, hot trainers, fun facts, key stats, longest travellers and much more. Plus hold a horse racing Press Pass. While, finally, you can also hear Andy's weekly horse racing views and best bets on the popular THE FINAL FURLONG podcast alongside host Emmet Kennedy and guests - available on all good podcast platforms including YouTube and Spotify.

How Many Times Has Aidan O’Brien Won The Coral-Eclipse?
Features

How Many Times Has Aidan O’Brien Won The Coral-Eclipse?

When it comes to the midsummer showpiece at Sandown, the Coral-Eclipse, Aidan O’Brien doesn’t just participate-he dominates. The master of Ballydoyle has tasted victory in the prestigious 1m2f Group 1 a record NINE times. And with another strong hand this year, it will be a brave person that says his Coral-Eclipse haul won’t hit double-figures […]

Coral-Eclipse Trends and Stats Ahead Of Sandown Group One
Opinion

Coral-Eclipse Trends and Stats Ahead Of Sandown Group One

Twelve months ago, the Coral Eclipse produced a thrilling finish as Delacroix edged out old rival Ombudsman by a neck, with Ryan Moore delivering another masterclass in the saddle. The victory handed trainer Aidan O’Brien a third consecutive Eclipse success and a record-extending ninth overall. O’Brien looks set to play another leading role in 2026, […]