The Coup

Format: Paperback (224 Pages). 

Author: Ken Payne

Publisher: Futura Publications

Reviewed: May 2023

Over the years, this book has become a much sought-after horse-racing cult classic.

 It's the story of the true-life roller-coaster ride of a "Jack The Lad" window cleaner-turned-racehorse trainer in the 1960s.

A wild story of gambling, drugs, sex, and a scandal that rocked the racing world. 

A truly fascinating read and one of the most enjoyable and entertaining racing books we have ever read. We genuinely recommend it if you can get your hands on a copy. 

Racecourse Advisor Overall Rating: 8/10.