Trackside at Chester: Sam Hurst's social media highlights for At The Races

Join our on the ground presenter as she interviews Michael and Gemma Owen, Robbie Fowler and more, also winning her first ever bet at the races!

Friday 08 May 2026
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Gemma Owen talks Chester and the Magnolia Cup

Switching from dressage to racing…

Gemma Owen loves the Boodles @ChesterRaces May Festival! 🙌@samhursttx had a chat with the Love Island star about an exciting three days of racing and her upcoming ride in the Magnolia Cup... pic.twitter.com/s28UNAmVG3
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Michael Owen discusses Chester success…

Sam catches up with the England footballing legend

Michael Owen = Mr Chester! 😎@themichaelowen @ChesterRaces #Chester pic.twitter.com/9AZnvbCo9w
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Trackside at Chester: Sam Hurst's social media highlights for At The Races

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