Some go off the horse's colour, with a number of fans fond of the few grey horses in the field. Just three greys have won the National since its inception in 1839 - but what greys are running in ...

Of the 42 gray or roan horses to enter the Derby in that span, five have finished in the money. There are three options in the 2024 Derby field for anyone looking to “bet the gray.” Here is ...

It is only 6-1 that they all complete the course. Alex Apati, Ladbrokes spokesman, said: “With grey horses making up over 20 per cent of the likely field, this is without doubt the strongest ...

Scientists from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) and Uppsala University in Sweden now understand why some gray horses turn completely white as they age ...

While horsemen are plenty familiar with gray horses turning white to the eye as they age, scientists recently discovered a genetic explanation behind this color transformation. The research ...

It is expected to be a huge day for the bookies - made even bigger by the number of grey horses taking part. Grey steeds are often popular amongst the public and this could be the year punters get ...

Color is as good a reason as any for the casual Derby bettor, and gray horses have long held a special place in the hearts of that group. No gray or roan horse has won the Derby since Giacomo in 2005.