The son of Lope De Vega had an impressive record of being unbeaten in four starts before the Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere on Arc day. Despite facing difficulties during the race and finishing third to Rosallion, he emerged as one of the key French three-year-olds to follow. Trainer Yann Barberot mentioned that the horse is easy to work with and they […]
The jockey had a remarkable recovery in a race, regaining the irons and finishing in front. It was an outstanding effort that might win the ride of the year, but the jockey hopes for a less dramatic race with the return of Transmission. Transmission needs the track to spark his mount back to his best. He comes into the race […]
Atzeni formed a strong friendship with Cherchi, who rode more than 100 winners in Britain before riding in Australia during the winter. He was grateful to see his family on the racetrack for the first time since Stefano died. Atzeni dedicated the victory to Stefano, saying, “It’s definitely for Stefano. It’s been a tough time for his family, and it’s […]
In 2024, four morning meetings are scheduled. Trainer Jamie Osborne stated that the early start doesn’t significantly impact jockeys, as they finish by early afternoon, but it does put pressure on stable staff and racecourse management. However, jockeys understand the reasons for the early start. Nikki Jones, assistant travelling head girl, mentioned that the proximity of Chelmsford to Newmarket makes […]
The horse Stepped up on her form to win a shade cosily on her handicap debut. She made all to beat a subsequent winner and should be suited by this slightly longer trip. A 7lb rise shouldn’t stop her from going in again. On the other hand, the horse has recorded his top three Racing Post Ratings on a sound […]
In 1930, Tommy Cullinan achieved a significant victory at Aintree on Shaun Goilin, securing a big-race treble by also winning the Champion Hurdle on Brown Tony and the Cheltenham Gold Cup on Easter Hero. Following this success, he further triumphed in the Champion Hurdle on State Man and secured his fourth victory in the Gold Cup on Galopin Des Champs […]
The strapping mare, Brighterdaysahead, secured a remarkable victory for trainer Gordon Elliott by winning the 2m4f Grade 1 race. This achievement marked Elliott’s third consecutive win after previous successes with Irish Point and Three Stripe Life. Brighterdaysahead’s win was considered one of the most impressive performances in novice hurdle racing for the season. Under jockey Jack Kennedy, she comfortably led […]
The Henry de Bromhead-trained 11-year-old was bidding to become the first Gold Cup winner to land the National since L’Escargot in 1975. The horse raced prominently under Rachael Blackmore and jumped with aplomb, leading from Delta Work at the Elbow. Paul Townend came flying down the outside to pass him on I Am Maximus, while Delta Work rallied on the […]
Willie Mullins, trainer of this year’s winner I Am Maximus, also trained the winner 19 years ago, Hedgehunter, when 40 horses ran rather than the 32 this time. The last National to feature more than 21 finishers was in 1992, when it was won by Party Politics. In October, Aintree and the Jockey Club announced a number of changes to […]
The previous year’s Scottish Grand National and bet365 Gold Cup hero remained in contention after clearing the final fence. He was the first British-trained runner to finish, ending the race around ten and a quarter lengths behind the winner, I Am Maximus. Trainer Evan Williams and his family, including daughters Tilly and Betsy, attended the event at the Merseyside track […]