If you’re lucky enough to have a contender, there are good options for a final prep run at Haydock, Ascot and Punchestown. For geeks like me, decades of getting over-excited each April makes these races thrilling by association. To the untutored eye, it may be hard to differentiate them from the many other insoluble marathon handicaps which beset our path […]
The trainer’s winners at the recent event made quite an impression. Netywell’s victory in the 2m½f handicap chase was particularly notable, building on a previous win at Haydock. Jockey Patrick Wadge, aided by a 3lb claiming allowance, remained composed as Netywell made a strong late move to secure a comfortable six-length win. Fiveafterfour, also ridden by Wadge, displayed a patient […]
The four-year-old recently clinched its third consecutive victory for Moore in Chepstow’s Finale Hurdle in December. The impressive win was by a margin of 21 lengths, earning the horse a Grade 2 title. For its next race, the horse is scheduled to compete in the Victor Ludorum Hurdle, a race which the trainer has triumphed in for the past two […]
The horse travelled strongly in the race, but unfortunately, it did not secure the win. However, with the experience gained from the race, it is expected to perform better in the future. Despite facing some obstacles recently, the horse is better positioned in the current race and the race conditions are favorable. Additionally, the increase in distance should work in […]
This is a different test as he takes on more experienced opposition. However, his previous performances are evidence that he is up to the task. A much improved run at Wincanton was followed up by an impressive second place last time at Huntingdon when he was only narrowly denied a win. He will have to defy top weight, but a […]
Lario, with odds of 9-2, faced a gentle hurdling test at Sedgefield in December. Six of the nine hurdles were bypassed due to low sun, causing Lario to struggle on his debut. However, with superior speed, he managed to catch up and secure victory over fellow Flat recruit HMS President. Anthony Charlton-trained Lario looked out of contention jumping the last […]
Tellwright was optimistic about the upcoming race, mentioning that the track conditions were improving and that the team would be ready. Clerk of the course, Daniel Cooper, provided an update on the track condition, expressing optimism about the water drying up by the next day, despite the potential for showers. Chris Stickels, another clerk of the course, also outlined the […]
Keagan Kirkby, an employee of a champion trainer, tragically died in a point-to-point accident on Sunday, deeply impacting the Ditcheat yard. The champion trainer expressed the team’s struggle with the loss and commended their resilience in coping with the situation. The media coverage of the incident greatly affected everyone, drawing an outpouring of support in the form of letters, flowers, […]
This Saturday’s £175,000 race is not an early closing event. Asked about the potential entry of L’Homme Presse in the race, trainer Venetia Williams expressed confidence, stating, “That’s the plan. He was very good at Lingfield and I’ve been very happy with him since.” L’Homme Presse demonstrated his ability in Grade 1 company during the 2021-22 season, securing victories in […]
Cobden experienced a disappointing start in his initial four races of the day, with his defeats including a 7-5 loss aboard Tahmuras in the opener. However, he secured a victory in the bumper race. As a result of this success, Betfair reduced Teeshan’s odds to 6-1 for the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham on March 13. Teeshan achieved a seven-length debut […]