Live racing blog: Trackside Live updates from the Boodles May Festival at Chester

The Boodles May Festival at Chester racecourse took place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, with the Trackside Live team providing live updates from the pre-parade and parade rings. Roman Dragon, priced at 4/1, won the featured race, finishing ahead of Dubai Bling (10/1) and Atomic Force (15/2). Trainer Hugo Palmer praised Roman Dragon as a special horse, noting the gelding holds a 10lb advantage around Chester racecourse.