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Mount Bona tops the Inglis Digital February Sale

Mount Bona Sets the Pace with $240,000 Sale-Topper on Inglis Digital

Mambonumberfive and Ben Jones preparing for the Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick

Mambonumberfive Brims With Confidence Ahead of Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick Test

Newcastle Race Cards 4 February

Midweek Flat Action as Newcastle Hosts Competitive Nine-Race Card

Horses lined up for jump racing at Sedgefield with jockeys

Competitive Jumps Racing Awaits as Sedgefield Stages Six-Race Card

Pau Race Results 3 February at Hippodrome de Pau

Kahid De Fregande Heads Winners on Demanding February Afternoon

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Mount Bona tops the Inglis Digital February Sale

Mount Bona Sets the Pace with $240,000 Sale-Topper on Inglis Digital

Mount Bona continued her rise through the ranks by topping the Inglis Digital February Sale, with the progressive four-year-old mare fetching $240,000 in a strong opening to the early online auction.

The Night of Thunder mare, a winner of her past three starts, was offered by Paul Messara and Leah Gavranich and attracted sustained interest before being secured by Beaufort Bloodstock. Her result set the tone for a sale that reflected confidence and depth across the buying bench.

Messara, who is currently at Riverside overseeing inspections for the Classic Yearling Sale on behalf of Arrowfield, was understandably pleased with the outcome.

“It’s a really nice result,” Messara said. “She’s a lovely mare with a lot of upside, she’s still got plenty of racing ahead of her and she’s got a beautiful pedigree. There was strong, spirited bidding and it was great to see so many people keen on her.”

Inglis Digital February Sale Highlights

The second-top lot of the Inglis Digital February Sale was Chergui, a Stakes-performed son of Frosted, who realised $95,000 when sold to Jolly Time Syndicate. Chergui formed part of a seven-horse draft from Godolphin that grossed $256,750, with each of the seven offerings heading to different individual buyers.

The Godolphin presence again proved influential, continuing a run of drafts on the Inglis Digital platform that have included future Stakes winners such as Barber and Alegron, along with recent Listed Carrington Stakes winner Sandpaper.

In total, the February (Early) Sale generated turnover of $2,706,550, reinforcing a positive start to 2026 for the online marketplace and underlining its growing importance within the thoroughbred industry.

Inglis Digital Business Manager Nick Melmeth said the platform’s momentum had carried seamlessly into the new year.

“The momentum of last year has continued into 2026 and it’s something we’re excited to build on heading into the February (Late) Sale and beyond,” Melmeth said. “The breadth of buyers on the Inglis Digital platform is unmatched anywhere in the world, and we continue to expand that reach each month.”

Entries are now open for the February (Late) Sale and will remain so until Wednesday, February 18. Among those already confirmed is Manolo Bling, a last-start Listed placegetter and winner of four of her 15 starts, with earnings nearing $450,000.

The four-year-old mare, to be offered by Rob Cummings and owners, will be presented as a racing and breeding prospect and is scheduled to race again at Eagle Farm on February 14 ahead of the auction. The February (Late) Sale will run from February 18 to 20.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.

Mambonumberfive and Ben Jones preparing for the Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick

Mambonumberfive Brims With Confidence Ahead of Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick Test

Ben Jones could scarcely sound more upbeat as Warwick’s Grade Two highlight approaches, with Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick firmly in the sights of Mambonumberfive, a young chaser whose progress this season has been smooth, upward and unmistakably promising.

The five-year-old, trained by Ben Pauling, arrives on Saturday with an unblemished record over fences, three wins from three starts marking him out as one of the most exciting novice chasers of the winter. Jones, who knows the gelding as well as anyone, reported this week that his partner is “bouncing out of his skin” as preparations reach their final stages for the two-mile contest.

Pauling’s charge first announced himself on his chasing debut at Aintree before following up in similar company at Newbury. Those victories were solid rather than spectacular, but they laid the foundation for a more accomplished performance when stepping into graded company over Christmas. That success confirmed that Mambonumberfive possesses not just ability, but a temperament well suited to the demands of novice chasing.

Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick poses fresh questions

Saturday’s Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick, run over two miles and offering a searching examination of jumping, will ask new questions. Warwick’s fences come quickly, and rhythm is often decisive. Jones believes that plays directly to his mount’s strengths.

“He’s taken everything in his stride so far,” the rider said. “We weren’t convinced early on that two miles would be ideal, but he keeps finding a way to win. He can look flat out early, but he finishes strongly, and that’s a good habit to have around a track like Warwick.”

A penalty is part of the package following graded success, but Jones is unconcerned. Mambonumberfive is a physically imposing type, standing well over 17 hands, and carries his size with ease. With recent rain expected to leave a bit of ease in the ground, conditions should offer a fair test without stretching him beyond his comfort zone.

“He hasn’t had proper soft ground yet this season,” Jones added. “That bit of moisture will help, and I don’t see the extra weight being an issue for a horse of his build.”

Behind the confidence lies realism. Jones admitted that his Christmas success did not unfold smoothly, particularly during a fast early tempo. Minor errors crept in when the pace lifted, but the response up the home straight was decisive, underlining both resilience and class.

“If it had been a pure speed test, I’d have been worried,” he reflected. “But once he found top gear, he didn’t miss a beat. He’s been an excellent jumper all season, and those mistakes were more about the speed than any flaw.”

The Warwick assignment is also part of a broader plan. The two-mile route has long been a stepping stone towards championship spring targets, and connections feel this measured approach offers the best preparation. A longer test on deeper ground was considered and set aside, with the emphasis firmly on sharpening speed and fluency rather than stretching stamina at this stage.

Victory would cap a fine run not only for the horse but also for Jones, who has enjoyed a productive spell through the heart of winter, delivering composed rides in high-quality company. He is quick to deflect praise towards the strength of the Pauling yard, where depth and patience are paying dividends.

“Mambonumberfive is still learning,” Jones said. “He’ll be better again next season, and probably the one after that. He’s got a tremendous attitude, and that takes you a long way in this game.”

Saturday’s Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick will reveal more about just how far that attitude, allied to raw ability, can carry him.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.

Newcastle Race Cards 4 February

Midweek Flat Action as Newcastle Hosts Competitive Nine-Race Card

Newcastle Racecourse will usher a full evening of flat racing on Wednesday, 4 February, with nine scheduled events. The Newcastle Race Cards 4 February feature competitive fields of handicappers and maiden runners across distances from 5 furlongs to just over 1 mile, offering trainers and jockeys valuable opportunities in the midweek programme.

The day’s action begins at 4:23pm with THE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) over 1 mile 2 furlongs and 42 yards. Nine runners, including Farabove The Limit, Onyeisi, Saxophonic, Very Demure, and Trust No One, will compete for £6,000.

At 5:00pm, THE MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) will cover 6 furlongs, featuring eight runners including Captain Vallo, Teardrops, Mersea, Howzak, and Penny Mountain, with prize money of £9,000.

The DIVISION II follows at 5:30pm over the same distance. Eight runners, including Bearwithus, Spartan Fighter, Spirited Dancer, Atomic Mass, and Pit Boss, will contest for £9,000. The final sprint in the series, The DIVISION III, takes place at 6:00pm. Seven runners, including Bibendum, Spun To Gold, Rajstar, Mighty Power, and Pebble Dash, will compete for the same prize.

At 6:30pm, the focus moves to THE MIDNITE BOOKIE MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4, GBB RACE) over 6 furlongs. Ten runners, including Teddy Shaw, Bennyworth, Noble Gentleman, Stromness, and Celtic Arrow, will vie for £10,000.

The 7:00pm event, THE MIDNITE: BUILT FOR 2026 NOT 2006 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4), is a 5-furlong contest for seven runners including Arnhem, Monks Dream, King’s Crown, Mission Command, and Castan, with prize money of £9,500.

At 7:30pm, GOLDEN GOALS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4, GBB RACE) over 1 mile and 5 yards will see ten runners including Multaneighttothree, Chin Chin Ginny, Leysthorpe Star, Outback Heat, and Sintra compete for £10,000.

The night concludes with two 1-mile and 5-yard handicaps. THE ALWAYS CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) at 8:00pm features eight runners including Annalee Lass, I Can Boogy, Marcello Si, Pop Favorite, and Sir Maxi, for £6,000. THE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) at 8:30pm includes nine runners, including Tasever, Maui Breeze, Sea Legend, Concert Boy, and Sherlock, also competing for £6,000.

Trainers are expected to bring forward both established handicappers and promising maiden prospects, making the Newcastle Race Cards 4 February a notable midweek meeting in the UK racing calendar.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to RaceBuzz.

Horses lined up for jump racing at Sedgefield with jockeys

Competitive Jumps Racing Awaits as Sedgefield Stages Six-Race Card

Racing returns to Sedgefield Racecourse this Wednesday with a full schedule of jumps action on 4 February. The Sedgefield Race Cards 4 February include six races across hurdles and steeplechases, with fields ranging from six to ten runners and prize money from £6,150 to £10,000, offering competitive racing throughout the afternoon.

The day begins with The Paxtons Serving Farmers Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) at 1:32 PM over 2 miles 3 furlongs and 132 yards, with £10,000 in prize money. Ten horses are expected, including Art Dancer with Ross Chapman, Fearless Dragon ridden by Joe Williamson, Follow Your Luck under Brian Hughes, Intenzo partnered with Jamie Hamilton, and Noble George guided by Sean Quinlan.

At 2:07 PM, the Fairlight Studios Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5) will cover 2 miles 3 furlongs and 79 yards, offering £6,150 in prize money. Eight runners are scheduled, including Forsa Bay guided by Brian Hughes, Too Cool Forshrule with Joshua Thompson, Begin The Luck ridden by Robbie David, Ideallko partnered with Isabel Williams, and Natural Ability under Danny McMenamin. This mid-afternoon chase will demand tactical riding and accurate jumping.

The Dealer Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) follows at 2:42 PM over 2 miles 130 yards, also with £6,150 in prize money. Eight runners are entered, including Animato with Charlie Maggs, Snapius ridden by Alex Chadwick, Prized Jet under Sean Quinlan, Vampire Slayer partnered with Callum Bewley, and Linden Lane guided by Isabel Williams. Form and experience will play a key role in this competitive field.

At 3:17 PM, the Supporting Fairlight Studio Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) covers 2 miles 89 yards with £8,900 in prize money. Six runners are expected, including Supreme George ridden by Theo Gillard, Double Digits with Danny McMenamin, Boston Boy under Jonjo O’Neill Jr., Raffles Wonder partnered with Rian Corcoran, and Sea Thrift guided by Robbie David. Stamina and jumping ability will be important factors in this race.

The Darlington Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) begins at 3:52 PM over 3 miles 2 furlongs and 149 yards, offering £6,150 in prize money. Seven runners include Scudamore with I. J. Power, Ballin Bay under Nathan Moscrop, East Eagle partnered with Charlie Maggs, Dillarchie ridden by Sean Quinlan, and Honey I’m Good guided by Miss Eleanor Williams. This long-distance race will test endurance and consistency.

Finally, the Canine Premier Flex Plus Joint Supplement Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) at 4:28 PM covers 2 miles 3 furlongs and 132 yards with £6,150 in prize money. Nine entries include Thank You Blue with Lewis Stones, Getaway With You ridden by Nick Slatter, Peckforton Hills under Brian Hughes, Ruler Legend partnered with Jack Hogan, and Port Or Starboard guided by Lee Edwards.

Wednesday’s card at Sedgefield promises a full day of competitive jump racing, featuring a mix of established performers and promising newcomers.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to RaceBuzz.

Pau Race Results 3 February at Hippodrome de Pau

Kahid De Fregande Heads Winners on Demanding February Afternoon

A demanding winter afternoon unfolded at the Hippodrome de Pau on Tuesday, February 3, as the historic French venue staged an eight-race programme that showcased stamina, versatility, and technical excellence across disciplines. Racing ran from 11:51am to 3:57pm, with steeplechases, hurdles, cross-country tests, and flat contests all contributing to a richly varied card. The meeting reached its competitive peak with the featured Race 3 – Prix Roger et Gilles Chaignon, a €48,000 cross-country contest that stood as the day’s most searching examination.

Race 1 – Prix Renaud De Tauzia opened the card with a stern steeplechase challenge, and Milleetunevictoire set the early standard. Ridden with authority by Clément Lefebvre and trained by E. Clayeux, the winner delivered a fluent jumping display to score for owner Olympic Casaque. Bred by J. Brest, J. Leoni, Mme H. Doreau, and R. Poiron, Milleetunevictoire stopped the clock at 5:07.90, finishing ahead of Raffles Flyer and Chez Doucet.

Momentum continued into Race 2 – Prix Rene Sirvain, where Lenza Conti confirmed stable strength with another polished steeplechasing success. Lefebvre again dictated the tempo for trainer E. Clayeux, steering the winner home in 5:21.80 for Ecurie Patrick Joubert. Letsgo D’Alene and Lascaris filled the minor placings after a well-run contest.

The afternoon’s centrepiece arrived with Race 3 – Prix Roger Et Gilles Chaignon, a €48,000 cross-country test that demanded balance and endurance throughout. Kahid De Fregande proved ideally suited to the unique Pau terrain, with Titouan Sporli delivering a composed ride for trainer E. Clayeux. Owned by E. Clayeux and C. Devillard and bred by C. Devillard, the winner recorded a time of 5:26.60, finishing clear of Katell Des Blins and Koudou.

Flat racing briefly took focus in Race 4 – Prix De Lasseube, where My Calyx Cen showed sharp acceleration under Valentin Seguy. Trained by P. Olave Valdivielso, the winner scored in 1:33.70 for Yeguada Centurion SLU, who also bred the horse. Sorbetto and Pas Dansant completed the frame.

Hurdling quality returned in Race 5 – Prix Louis La Caze, as Marinello delivered a controlled and efficient performance. Angelo Zuliani partnered the F. Nicolle-trained runner to victory in 4:39.10 for Ecurie Madame Jacques Cypres, with Angelus De Houelle and Layon chasing home.

Staying power defined Race 6 – Prix Jean-Yves Artu, where Midship handled the longer hurdles test with assurance. Bertrand Lestrade guided the E. D’Andigne-trained winner to success in 4:42.20 for owner Nicolas Landon, finishing ahead of Mustang De Mee and Mustang De Jade.

Flat racing returned in Race 7 – Prix De Montaut, where Markos displayed tactical speed and stamina. Mme Shana Topin delivered a confident ride for trainer P. Sogorb, stopping the clock at 2:04.90 for Guy Pariente Holding. Damabiah Angel and Bedaio followed in behind.

The meeting concluded with Race 8 – Prix De La Societe Des Courses De Mont-De-Marsan, a demanding hurdles contest that saw Bumbasia finish strongly under Thomas Figueira. Trained and owned by Ludovic Cadot, and bred by A. Aupetit, the winner recorded a time of 5:00.60, with Edition Originale and Mrs Robinson completing the placings.

By day’s end, Pau Race Results 3 February delivered a complete portrait of winter racing, blending discipline, endurance, and precision across every division and reaffirming the venue’s reputation as one of France’s most exacting tests.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.

Al Uqda racecards 4 February at Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club

Al Uqda Poised for Progressive Card Capped by Ras Rokn Island Cup

Prestige and performance will converge at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, as nine races unfold in a programme that blends patience, speed, stamina and prestige. From developing maidens to seasoned handicappers, the card will build steadily toward a compelling finale, with the Ras Rokn Island Cup standing proudly as the feature contest of the day.

The narrative of the day will lead inexorably to Race 9, the Ras Rokn Island Cup – Local Thoroughbred Handicap 45-70, a Class 3 contest over 2000 metres carrying the day’s highest purse of Qr 100,000. Scheduled for 19:10, the race is set to bring together progressive local thoroughbreds testing both balance and resolve over middle distance, and it is expected to provide a fitting climax under the evening lights.

The programme will commence at 14:30 with Race 1, the Local Purebred Arabian Premium Maiden Plate (Class 6) over 2000 metres, worth Qr 85,000. As ever with maiden events, quiet anticipation will surround unexposed runners stepping into competition, where raw potential and patience will be the defining currencies.

Momentum will continue at 15:05 with Race 2, the Local Thoroughbred Premium Maiden Plate (Class 6), also run over 2000 metres for Qr 85,000. This contest is expected to mirror the opener in intrigue, as connections look for early signs that their horses are ready to move through the ranks.

Speed will take centre stage in Race 3 at 15:40, the Purebred Arabian Handicap 45-65 (Class 6) over a sharp 1200 metres, with Qr 45,000 on offer. The shorter trip is likely to reward tactical sharpness and fast-breaking ability, making positioning from the gate crucial.

At 16:15, Race 4 will raise the bar with the Local Purebred Arabian Handicap 55-75 (Class 5), again over 1200 metres, and carrying a purse of Qr 50,000. With a higher rating band, this race should showcase more seasoned performers capable of sustaining speed under pressure.

Stamina will return to focus in Race 5 at 16:50, the Thoroughbred Handicap 55-75 (Class 5) over a testing 2200 metres. Valued at Qr 50,000, this race is expected to favour runners with proven endurance, as the longer distance often exposes any weakness late on.

The quality will deepen further at 17:25 with Race 6, the Thoroughbred Handicap 65-85 (Class 4) over 2000 metres, worth Qr 55,000. This contest should feature well-established campaigners, where racecraft and timing may prove as decisive as raw ability.

Arabian talent will then return to the fore in Race 7 at 18:00, the Purebred Arabian Handicap 65-85 (Class 4) over 1200 metres, also offering Qr 55,000. With higher-rated runners engaged, the pace and competitiveness are expected to lift noticeably.

A distinctive chapter of the evening will arrive at 18:35 with Race 8, the Purebred Arabian Show Mares event over 1100 metres, carrying Qr 50,000 in prize money. This race will add elegance and character to the card, celebrating both athleticism and presentation.

All eyes will ultimately turn to Race 9, the Ras Rokn Island Cup – Local Thoroughbred Handicap 45–70 (Class 3), scheduled for 19:10 over 2000 metres. With Qr 100,000 on offer, the feature contest is expected to draw a well-matched and competitive field, bringing together progressive and proven performers for a searching test at the close of the meeting.

Among those set to shape the narrative of the Ras Rokn Island Cup is Mutamarrid, prepared by Jihad El Ahmad and partnered by Pierre-Charles Boudot, alongside Sky Blue, who will represent Maayouf Bin Hashim Al-Shamari under Fayos Martin Borja. The locally trained Suheal Qatar, guided by Abdulaziz Hamad Al Marri with Saleh Salem Al-Marri in the saddle, adds further substance to a race where margins are expected to be fine.

Depth and intrigue are reinforced by several contrasting profiles. Lemon Ginger, trained by Deborah Amanda Clare Mountain, will be ridden by Mohammed Hassan Ali Alabdulmalik, while Al Gamamah is set to carry the colours of Ibrahim Saeed Al Malki with Tomas Lukasek aboard. Moharb, representing Gassim AlGhazali under Marco Casamento, is joined by Royalty, ridden by Damien Morin for Ibrahim Khaled Elahmed, and Mushaakis, with Jefferson Smith booked for Zuhair Mohsen, ensuring the finale promises a balanced and absorbing contest.

Altogether, the Al Uqda racecards 4 February is set to deliver a balanced and engaging narrative—from hopeful beginnings to a high-value finale—reflecting the depth and rhythm of Qatar’s winter racing season.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.

Punchestown Racecards 4 February featuring midweek National Hunt racing

Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Chase Anchors Punchestown Card

A sharp midweek spotlight will fall on Punchestown Racecourse on Wednesday, February 4, as the famous Kildare venue prepares to stage That Prize Guy Mid Week Racing, a seven-race National Hunt card running from 12:28pm to 3:58pm. With testing distances, deep fields, and a standout mares’ steeplechase carrying serious prize money, the afternoon is set to deliver competitive, workmanlike racing that rewards stamina, rhythm, and tactical judgement rather than raw speed alone.

The centrepiece of the card will arrive early in the programme with Race 2, the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Handicap Steeplechase, a €26,000 contest over 2m6f35y for five-year-olds and upwards. As the richest race on the card, it is expected to draw sustained attention, not only for its prize fund but for the depth of its lineup.

Nine Graces, partnered by Mr Finian Maguire for Barry Connell, will look to assert consistency, while Gaoth Chuil under Darragh O’Keeffe represents the T M Walsh yard with strong staying credentials. Miss Pronunciation (Aidan Kelly, Padraig Roche) and Crecora Hills (Mark Walsh, Robert Tyner) add further intrigue, alongside Phils Choice for P J Rothwell, Sophia Rose from the Gavin Cromwell stable, and Hardy Diamond, who brings Gordon Elliott’s familiar midweek strength into the contest under Jordan Gainford. With seven runners and stamina at a premium, this race is likely to shape the narrative of the afternoon.

The card will open with the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Steeplechase at 12:28pm, a demanding 3m193y test for eleven runners aged five and above. Cross-country races at Punchestown often reward course knowledge and patience, and this €10,000 contest is expected to set a gritty, no-nonsense tone for the day.

Attention will then turn to hurdles racing in Race 3, a Maiden Hurdle over 2 miles at 1:38pm, featuring a large field of 15 runners tackling nine hurdles. With €12,000 on offer, this race should provide early clues about emerging talent capable of progressing through the spring festivals.

Another Maiden Hurdle follows at 2:13pm in Race 4, stretching out to 2m3f17y. With seven runners declared, the contest is expected to be more tactical, placing emphasis on jumping accuracy and positioning rather than raw pace.

The middle of the card is anchored by Race 5, the Novice Handicap Hurdle at 2:48pm, again over 2m3f17y. Carrying a €16,000 purse, this race is likely to attract improving types still finding their ceiling, making it a key contest for trainers mapping out future handicap campaigns.

Stamina will again come to the fore in Race 6, a Maiden Hurdle at 3:23pm over 2m7f, with 13 hurdles standing between nine runners and the €12,000 prize. Long-distance maiden hurdles at Punchestown often demand resilience, and this race should prove no exception.

The afternoon will close at 3:58pm with the Mares Handicap Hurdle, another extended 2m7f contest featuring ten runners and 13 hurdles, with €14,500 at stake. As the final act, it is set to test tired legs and focused minds, bringing a demanding but rewarding card to its conclusion.

With variety, depth, and a strong feature race, Punchestown Racecards 4 February are  shaping up as a proper midweek examination of National Hunt ability, blending experience, opportunity, and endurance across seven well-balanced races.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.

Runners competing over hurdles at Ludlow Racecourse ahead of 4 February meeting

Ludlow Stages Competitive Seven-Race National Hunt Card on Wednesday

On the midweek National Hunt schedule, Ludlow Racecourse will host a competitive afternoon fixture on Wednesday, 4 February, when seven races across hurdles and steeplechases will bring together juvenile prospects, novice performers and established handicappers over varied distances. The meeting, featured in the Ludlow Race Cards 4 February, will provide connections with another important opportunity as the winter jumping season moves forward.

Action will begin at 1:13pm and will continue through to 4:42pm, with contests staged over trips ranging from juvenile hurdle distances to extended steeplechase assignments, offering varied challenges for developing and experienced runners alike.

The card will open at 1:13pm with The Racing To School Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 4) over 1m 7f 169y, carrying prize money of £10,000. Eight runners will line up, including Down To Business with Harry Skelton in the saddle, alongside Gallivanted, King Al, Lasswade and Madame de Labrunie, providing an early test for emerging hurdlers.

At 1:48pm, The C M Bespoke Care Mares’ Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) over 2m 5f 55y will take place with twelve mares competing for £10,000 in prize money. Afancy Getaway, Borna Gem, Catwalk Girl, Diamond du Berlais and Feeling Frisky are among the declared runners, as several lightly raced mares look to progress over the longer trip.

The Ludlow Members Novices’ Hurdle (Class 4) will follow at 2:23pm over 1m 7f 169y, again offering £10,000 in prize money. Twelve novice runners, including Can U Feel It, Emerald Time, Fanny Moon, Joeybottles and Kado Sacree, are set to compete as emerging hurdlers gain further experience in competitive conditions.

The feature event, The Attwood Memorial Trophy Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) over 2m 4f 11y, will take place at 2:58pm, carrying £16,000 in prize money with eight runners declared. Rodney, Joker de Mai, Charles Ritz, Palamon and Tax For Max are among those expected to contest this challenging handicap, testing both stamina and jumping precision.

At 3:33pm, The Late Roy Kneller 85th Birthday Mares’ Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) over 2m 5f 55y will offer £9,000 in prize money and feature eleven runners, including Greyval, Masked Dance, Dramatic Encore, Pismo Beach and Notnowlinda, where stamina will be key over the extended distance.

The Watch RacingTV Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) over 2m 5f 55y will follow at 4:07pm, carrying £7,000 in prize money. Thirteen runners are declared, including Unleash The Beast, Following Chapter, Windsor Blue, Moorland Rambler and Lion of The Desert, closing the hurdle action on a competitive note.

The meeting will conclude at 4:42pm with The Memorial Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 4) over 2m 7f 171y, offering £6,600 in prize money. Six runners, including Bardenstown Lad, Barton Snow, What A Glance, Jeffery’s Cross and Prohus Yank, will contest the longest race of the day, with amateur riders taking centre stage.

The Ludlow fixture combines competitive handicaps with opportunities for novices and developing runners, while the varied distances will test stamina, jumping precision and racecraft. The meeting is expected to provide informative performances ahead of upcoming spring meetings and offers a valuable midweek platform for connections across multiple divisions.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to RaceBuzz.

Aamilah Aswat Kempton Park winner aboard Guchen after historic hurdle victory

New Chapter Written as Aamilah Aswat Lands First Over Jumps at Kempton Park

Aamilah Aswat Kempton Park winner is a phrase that will now sit proudly in British racing history after the 20-year-old became the first female Black jockey to ride a winner over jumps at the London circuit on Monday afternoon. It was a landmark moment achieved with calm authority rather than fanfare, as Aswat guided Guchen to a decisive success in a handicap hurdle over two miles and five furlongs.

Riding with assurance beyond her years, Aswat always appeared in control aboard the staying hurdler, allowing her mount to find a smooth rhythm before edging clear after the final obstacle. Guchen responded willingly, stretching on strongly to score by a length and a quarter and deliver a moment that resonated far beyond the finish line.

The victory carried a pleasing sense of symmetry. The same horse had provided Aswat with her first public ride at Kempton Park back in November, when the pair finished fifth in similar company. This time, experience, patience and confidence combined to far greater effect.

After dismounting, Aswat was visibly emotional as she reflected on the breakthrough. She spoke of the confidence Guchen gave her throughout the race and the satisfaction of seeing that belief rewarded so quickly. For a rider whose journey into the professional ranks has not always been straightforward, the win represented validation as much as celebration.

Aamilah Aswat Kempton Park winner marks a milestone moment

Aswat was open about the challenges she has faced along the way, describing her route into jump racing as demanding but deeply fulfilling. Her determination to persevere, she said, has been matched by the support of those around her, from owners and trainers to mentors who have guided her development in the saddle.

She paid particular tribute to her jockey coach, Will Kennedy, crediting him with weeks of detailed work and practical advice that helped sharpen her racecraft. Riding against experienced professionals, Aswat noted, has only strengthened her confidence, offering constant learning opportunities in a competitive environment.

Her attraction to jump racing was formed early. Aswat has long been drawn to the spectacle and stamina of the winter game, with Cheltenham firmly lodged in her ambitions. For now, however, the focus remains simple: ride winners, keep improving, and embrace every chance to progress.

Beyond the result itself, the success carried wider significance. Aswat spoke movingly about the message she hopes her achievement sends to others who may feel the sport is beyond their reach. Her story, she believes, shows that opportunity and perseverance can open doors in even the most traditional corners of racing.

Guchen is owned by Friends of Ebony Horse Club, the Brixton-based inner-city riding school that plays a vital role in widening access to the sport. Aswat herself learned to ride at St James City Farm and Riding School in Gloucester, where she grew up, raised by her British parents of Indian and Jamaican heritage.

Her development was further shaped by completing the inaugural Riding A Dream Academy scholarship programme in 2021–22, before gaining experience in pony racing. She has been attached for more than three years to Gloucestershire-based joint trainers Kim Bailey and Mat Nicholls, who prepare Guchen and have overseen her steady rise through the ranks.

On a winter afternoon at Kempton Park, Aamilah Aswat did more than win a race. She opened a new chapter, both for herself and for a sport that continues to evolve, one determined ride at a time.

For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.

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Progressive mare Mount Bona topped the Inglis Digital February Sale at $240,000, setting the tone for a strong early online
Ben Jones reports Mambonumberfive thriving ahead of the Kingmaker Novices’ Chase Warwick, with the unbeaten chaser set for another searching
Complete overview of the Newcastle Race Cards 4 February, including race times, runners, and prize money.
Full preview of Sedgefield Race Cards 4 February, featuring all runners, jockeys, prize money, and race details for a full
Pau Race Results 3 February reflect a demanding eight-race programme featuring steeplechases, hurdles, cross-country, and flat races at Hippodrome de
The Al Uqda racecards 4 February feature a nine-race QREC programme headlined by the Ras Rokn Island Cup, offering a
Punchestown Racecards 4 February feature a seven-race National Hunt card led by a €26,000 mares handicap steeplechase on a testing
Ludlow hosts seven National Hunt races on 4 February, including hurdles, handicaps and steeplechases, across a competitive afternoon programme.
Aamilah Aswat Kempton Park winner after the 20-year-old creates history by becoming the first female Black jockey to ride a
Aqueduct Racecards 4 February feature an eight-race NYRA midweek card, led by two $86,000 allowance optional claiming contests over sprint
Jockey Junior Alvarado is set to return to Gulfstream Park Thursday, guiding debut filly Spirit of Hope in a key
Wolverhampton Racecards 3 February feature a seven-race floodlit card, including the Midnite Restricted Maiden Stakes and competitive sprints across the
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