Favourite Racetrack
Chepstow
Favourite football team
Arsenal
What would he be if he didn’t do Journalism?
Solicitor
Favourite racing memory
Kauto Star winning King George in 2009 - I was only 8 years old!
Favourite racehorse of all time
Kauto Star
Favourite racehorse trainer
Aidan O’Brien
Jake Wilkes is a 3rd year Sports journalism student at the University of Gloucestershire and is a Horse Racing writer for Old Gold Racing, Cheltenham Post and Gloucestershire Live. Jake has contributed to preview evenings for big events such as the Cheltenham Festival and filmed personal insights into different stables. Jake’s hard-working and friendly persona allows him to source exclusive quotes and interviews with high-profile industry experts.
Whats your best betting memory?
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Winning my first placepot at the races, borrowed £5 off my Mum to enter, thought I was only getting £30 and came back with £142!
Whats your worst betting memory?
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Had a good bet on a horse called Haas Boy at Ludlow races stood with all my mates at 8/1. Told people all day that he is a good bet and he romped clear in the home straight. As he comes to the last hurdle, He’s 8 lengths clear when he falls!
A quote you live by:
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I HAVE SEEN EVERYTHING THERE IS TO SEE IN RACING, THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A CERTAINTY!
Latest Articles by Jake Wilkes
Sports Betting
Exclusive: Trainer Emma Lavelle Targets Welsh National with My Silver Lining
Trainer Emma Lavelle targets the Welsh Grand National for My Silver Lining, despite a rough start at Wincanton. She shares updates on stable stars like Hang In There and Red Rookie.
Jake Wilkes
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Sports Betting
Jamie Snowden Stable Tour - Novice Chasing awaits Cheltenham winner You Wear It Well; Welsh National for Git Maker
As the 2024 season unfolds, trainer Snowden targets key races with seasoned stars like You Wear It Well, Git Maker, and Ga Law, and prepares promising novice chasers for big challenges.
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Jockey Dylan Johnston celebrates a Welsh Champion Hurdle win aboard Lump Sum, continuing his strong season with trainer Sam Thomas and support from Dai Walters.
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Sports Betting
Evan Williams Stable Tour: Haldon Gold Cup Awaits Libberty Hunter
Evan Williams prepares Libberty Hunter for the Haldon Gold Cup, highlighting his potential amidst a strong stable lineup. Minella Missile and other promising runners also gear up for an exciting season ahead.
Jake Wilkes
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Sports Betting
Freddie Gingell Eyes Champion Conditional Title After Stellar Start with Paul Nicholls
Jockey Freddie Gingell, 18, aims for the champion conditional title after a strong start under Paul Nicholls and recent success with Copperhead.
Jake Wilkes
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Sports Betting
Exclusive: Ben Jones ‘Very Excited’ to Take on Head Jockey Role for Ben Pauling
Welsh jockey Ben Jones takes on the role of stable jockey for Ben Pauling, expressing excitement for new opportunities after a successful season with 55 wins
Jake Wilkes
2024-10-21
Jake Wilkes
Despite only being 23, Jake has Interviewed top names such as Ruby Walsh, Paul Nicholls and Gordon Elliott. After developing many skills at University, Jake is talented with a camera in hand and enjoys filming and editing videos.
Jake has been passionate about horse racing since he was very young, and often attended race meetings in his local area of Shropshire. Over the last few years Jake has been working his way up the journalism ladder and trying to forge a career in the industry.
He’s met fantastic people along the way who have helped him strive to become a better journalist. He has a huge desire to post fantastic and engaging content in the horse racing sector. Jake is JOCKEY CLUB MEDIA ACCREDITED meaning he has access to all Jockey Club racecourses and has access all areas at the events. When not on a racecourse, Jake can be found playing Golf and playing football!