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12-04-2018, 04:52 PM
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The National Meeting.

There's been lots on our local radio today about Aintree, parts of programmes this afternoon have come from the race course 'cos it's the first day of the meet. They've been talking to a Lady jockey who is riding in the big race at the weekend.The bookies expect to take almost £300M, on that one race. ...... They're not getting anything off me.
I don't think i've ever been insde a betting shop.When i was working i'd always buy a horse in the sweep, but that's my gambling limit.
Have you ever been to the races, if we've got any experts perhaps you'll share a few tips.
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12-04-2018, 04:54 PM
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Re: The National Meeting.

I used to always do a little flutter on the Grand National, but I've none done it for at least 4 years now as I think its a wicked race.
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12-04-2018, 05:10 PM
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Re: The National Meeting.

Originally Posted by susiejaeger ->
I used to always do a little flutter on the Grand National, but I've none done it for at least 4 years now as I think its a wicked race.
Me too. I think we have become more educated in the welfare of animals. I haven't done it for about ten years.
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12-04-2018, 05:20 PM
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Haven't they made it safer than it was ? I thought in previous years i'd heard them saying the fences aren't as high and less solid ???
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12-04-2018, 05:42 PM
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Re: The National Meeting.

I've had a go on the National in the past but I haven't a clue how it all works. Might as well just chuck my wallet at 'em.
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12-04-2018, 06:32 PM
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I think the fences are too high, even though they have lowered them in recent years.
I Don"t bother as just hate to see horse & rider fall in any circumstances
It doesn"t seem to happen so much in other races
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13-04-2018, 12:01 AM
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Re: The National Meeting.

I don't bet on the National.
Personally I think it is a gruelling race even for the fittest of horses, and some die almost every year - just to put even more money in people's pockets.
OK, I might be a killjoy, but I still don't like it.
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14-04-2018, 10:18 AM
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Re: The National Meeting.

Originally Posted by Mups ->
I don't bet on the National.
Personally I think it is a gruelling race even for the fittest of horses, and some die almost every year - just to put even more money in people's pockets.
OK, I might be a killjoy, but I still don't like it.
I am with you on this one, Mups.
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14-04-2018, 12:07 PM
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I will have a wee flutter and will watch the race

Horse racing is a serious sport on the island of Ireland. Our local pub has its own bookie and the place will be heaving
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14-04-2018, 12:17 PM
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Re: The National Meeting.

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I am with you on this one, Mups.

Thanks Tabs, I just feel so sad for those who won't make it back to their stable tonight.
 
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