OCTOBER > DECEMBER 2026, issue 95

Contents include:

COVER PROFILE

• Michael Dods - a Gp.1 winning trainer who knows how to train for speed

NUTRITION / PERFORMANCE ARTICLES

• Why Glucosamine / Chondroitin Sulphate / Collagen / Hyaluronic Acid / Avocado Soy Unsaponifiables (ASU) and Boswellia all play a key role in joint health

• Research from the world of cycling has shown that the gut and it's ability to absorb carbs is one of the most significant factors affecting performance. Is this the same for thoroughbred racehorses?

VETERINARY ARTICLES

• AI in equine cardiology - we look at developing AI based tools to predict performance-limiting cardiac problems

• How preventative surgery can reduce Recurring Entrapment Colic

RACING / BREEDING ARTICLES

• Have horse will travel - key international fixtures to target for late autumn / early winter

• LIBYA - a country with big ambitions for its racing and breeding industry

• Claiming Races and their role in European racing

• Social Media has an important role to play in the promotion of racing - but what are the 'best practices' for trainers?

CAVALOR TRAINER OF THE QUARTER

• Andrew Balding

DEADLINES

Booking - Monday, September 21, 2026

Artwork - Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Online version - Friday, September 25, 2026

First print copies arrive from - Friday, October 2, 2026

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