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Fontainebleau is set to host a seven-race meeting on Thursday, 29 October 2026, with the first race scheduled for 11:05 AM local time and the final contest at 2:15 PM. The programme features a mix of hurdle and steeplechase races over distances ranging from 3,550 metres to 4,600 metres. The listed prize amounts range from €19,000 to €24,000, promising an afternoon of varied jumping action at the French racecourse.

The opening contest, the Prix, is scheduled for 11:05 AM. This Class 3 race is for horses aged five and older and will cover 4,600 metres, with €24,000 in prize money. Seven runners are listed for the contest. The longer distance will place an emphasis on stamina and consistency throughout the race.

At 11:35 AM, the Prix du Theatre Imperial du Chateau de Fontainebleau will bring three-year-old horses together over 3,600 metres. The Class 3 steeplechase has eight entries and offers €24,000 in prize money. The contest will provide a test of the younger horses’ ability to handle the obstacles and maintain their rhythm over the distance.

The third race, the Prix de la Route des 2 Soeurs, is scheduled for 12:07 PM over 3,550 metres. Open to horses aged five and older, the race is associated with the Paris Turf championship for apprentice and young jockeys. Eleven runners are listed, and the contest is marked as a claiming race, with €19,000 in prize money. The event will also give apprentice and young jockeys an opportunity to demonstrate their race-riding skills.

The programme continues at 12:39 PM with the Prix Comte Antoine de Gontaut-Biron, a 3,550-metre hurdle race for three-year-olds. Classified as Class 4, the contest has 16 entries and carries €21,000 in prize money. With a sizeable field listed, the race is expected to provide a competitive test for the young hurdlers.

At 1:11 PM, the Prix Patrice Quenedey will take place over the same distance of 3,550 metres. This Class 4 hurdle race is also restricted to three-year-olds, with 16 runners listed and €21,000 in prize money. The contest continues the programme of races for younger horses, with jumping ability and stamina likely to be important factors.

The sixth race, the Prix du Massif Forestier, is scheduled for 1:43 PM. This 3,550-metre hurdle contest is for four-year-old horses and has seven entries. Marked as a claiming race, it carries €19,000 in prize money. The race will test the participants’ ability to negotiate the hurdles and sustain their effort over the course.

The meeting is set to conclude at 2:15 PM with the Prix Colonel Robert Labouche. This Class 3 steeplechase is for five-year-old horses and will cover 4,400 metres. Seven runners are listed, with €24,000 in prize money. The longer distance will make stamina and the ability to negotiate the obstacles important elements in the final race of the meeting.

Fontainebleau’s meeting on 29 October brings together seven races featuring different age groups, distances and jumping disciplines. With three contests offering €24,000 in prize money and several races featuring substantial listed fields, the programme presents a varied schedule of French jump racing. Racing is scheduled to begin at 11:05 AM and conclude at 2:15 PM, with the official France Galop programme providing the latest information on declarations and race conditions.

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Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse will stage a seven-race National Hunt meeting on Thursday, 29 October 2026, featuring a varied programme of hurdle races, steeple chases and a National Hunt Flat Race. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 1:20 PM, with further contests taking place at 30-minute intervals until the concluding race at 4:20 PM. The card includes opportunities for mares, novice hurdlers, handicap runners and three-year-old fillies, with prize money ranging from £4,500 to £13,650.

The highlight of the afternoon is the 3:20 PM Happy Birthday Penny Tyacke Handicap Steeple Chase, a Class 3 contest carrying the day’s highest prize fund of £13,650. Open to horses aged four and older, the race will be run over 2 miles, 3 furlongs and 158 yards, with an official rating range of 0–140. The contest is designated a GBB Race and is expected to be one of the principal attractions on the programme.

The meeting opens at 1:20 PM with the 4 X 4 Tyres Mares’ Maiden Hurdle Race. This Class 4 GBB Race is open to mares aged four and older and will cover 2 miles, 6 furlongs and 7 yards. With £10,000 in prize money, the contest provides an opportunity for mares yet to record a victory in a hurdle race to demonstrate their ability over obstacles. The extended distance will place emphasis on stamina, jumping technique and the capacity to maintain a consistent pace.

At 1:50 PM, the first division of the EBF and Charlie Longsdon Racing ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race will take place. This Class 4 qualifier is open to horses aged four to six and is scheduled over 2 miles and 70 yards. The race carries £12,000 in prize money and is designated a GBB Race. Novice hurdlers will have an opportunity to gain further experience while competing over a relatively short distance that places importance on fluent jumping and tactical positioning.

The second division of the same contest follows at 2:20 PM. Like the opening division, it is a Class 4 GBB Race for horses aged four to six, covering 2 miles and 70 yards. The prize fund is £12,000, making both divisions among the more valuable events on the afternoon card. The separate divisions allow additional novice runners to compete, with each field providing its own test of jumping ability, pace and race-day experience.

The fourth race, scheduled for 2:50 PM, is the Blaze a Trail Stratford Hat-Trick Hero Handicap Hurdle Race. This Class 5 contest will be run over 2 miles, 2 furlongs and 148 yards, with £7,650 in prize money. Open to horses aged three and older rated between 0 and 100, the race will bring together runners competing under handicap conditions. Maintaining rhythm over the hurdles and producing a sustained effort through the closing stages will be important over the intermediate distance.

At 3:20 PM, attention turns to the Happy Birthday Penny Tyacke Handicap Steeple Chase. The Class 3 event is open to horses aged four and older and carries a rating range of 0–140. Scheduled over 2 miles, 3 furlongs and 158 yards, it offers £13,650 in prize money, the highest amount available at the meeting. As a GBB Race, it is a major feature of the programme. Competitors will need to negotiate the fences accurately while balancing speed and stamina throughout the contest.

The sixth race is the J.H. Rowe Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase, scheduled for 3:50 PM. This Class 5 event will cover 2 miles, 6 furlongs and 197 yards and carries £7,650 in prize money. Open to horses aged four and older with ratings between 0 and 105, the race presents a longer test over fences than the preceding steeple chase. Stamina, sound jumping and the ability to maintain momentum over the extended distance will be important considerations.

The meeting concludes at 4:20 PM with the Charlotte Cole and Becky Rowland Memorial Fillies’ “Junior” National Hunt Flat Race. This Class 5 GBB Race is restricted to three-year-old fillies and will be contested over 2 miles and 70 yards. With £4,500 in prize money, it provides a platform for young fillies to gain experience in a race without hurdles or fences. The contest will place emphasis on pace, balance and the ability to sustain an even rhythm over the distance.

With seven races scheduled throughout the afternoon, Stratford-on-Avon’s 29 October meeting combines novice hurdle divisions, mares’ competition, handicap events over hurdles and fences, and a concluding Flat Race for three-year-old fillies. The £13,650 Handicap Steeple Chase stands out as the most valuable event, while the two £12,000 novice hurdle divisions add further depth to the programme.

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Ross Burdon will take an important step in his training career when he brings Mesaafi to Meydan for the Dubai Racing Carnival, marking the Newmarket-based trainer’s first venture into racing in Dubai.

The 40-year-old, who is completing his first full year as a licensed trainer, will arrive from Britain later this week with a clear ambition: to establish his young stable on the international stage. Mesaafi, a five-year-old who has won four races since joining Burdon’s yard, will be the trainer’s first runner at Meydan.

Formerly trained by Charlie Fellowes for owner Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Mesaafi most recently won over 1,200 metres at Kempton in September. His recent form offers encouragement as he prepares for a new challenge in the UAE, with Burdon hopeful that the gelding’s ability and temperament will help him adapt to unfamiliar surroundings.

Ross Burdon Sees Meydan as an Opportunity to Build His Stable

For Burdon, the Dubai Racing Carnival represents more than an opportunity to compete with an established international field. It is also a chance to introduce his developing training operation to a wider audience.

Burdon believes that sending a runner to Meydan reflects the forward-thinking approach he wants his stable to be known for, while a strong performance could help attract further opportunities.

His confidence is supported by a career spent learning from some of Britain’s leading trainers. After a brief spell as a jockey, Burdon worked with several Group 1-winning operations, including those of Richard Fahey and Jeremy Noseda.

His time with Noseda proved particularly influential. The Newmarket trainer enjoyed major success with high-class horses, including victories in the Irish 1,000 Guineas, the July Cup and the Sussex Stakes.

Burdon was drawn to the environment created by such success, developing an ambition to work with better horses and take on greater responsibilities.

That ambition subsequently took him to the stable of the late Sir Henry Cecil, where he worked from the days of Jacqueline Quest through to the final years of one of racing’s most celebrated training careers.

During that period, he was associated with outstanding performers including Midday, Chachamaidee, Timepiece, Twice Over and Frankel. The experience provided valuable exposure to the demands of preparing elite Thoroughbreds for major races.

From Newmarket to Dubai: Why Mesaafi Fits the Plan

Burdon’s career also included a spell in Australia before he returned to Newmarket. He later worked for Kevin Philippart de Foy during the trainer’s successful Carnival campaign with Vafortino, gaining further experience of preparing horses for racing away from Britain.

Eventually, Burdon decided to establish his own operation. His RB Racing stable has since grown to around 20 horses and is based in an established Newmarket yard, with Sir Mark Prescott among his neighbours.

Mesaafi’s physical attributes and temperament have made him a suitable candidate for the journey to Dubai. Burdon believes the horse’s preference for warmer conditions, combined with his ability to recover well between races, should work in his favour.

The trainer also considers Mesaafi’s relaxed nature an important asset when travelling internationally, where settling into a new environment can be as important as racecourse ability.

For a relatively young operation, the trip represents a calculated opportunity to gain experience beyond familiar British tracks while testing Mesaafi against a different range of conditions.

Mesaafi Set for Dirt Debut at Meydan on 20 November

Burdon has outlined a clear initial plan for Mesaafi’s Dubai campaign. The gelding is expected to make his first appearance on dirt at Meydan on 20 November, providing an early indication of whether the surface will suit him.

His pedigree offers grounds for optimism. Mesaafi is by Exceed And Excel, whose progeny have demonstrated an ability to perform on dirt. Burdon also believes the horse’s powerful build and relatively large feet could prove advantageous on the surface.

However, the trainer is keeping his options open. Should Mesaafi fail to adapt to dirt, the initial outing could instead serve as preparation for a return to turf in December.

The flexible approach gives Burdon room to assess the horse’s response to the new conditions before deciding how best to shape the remainder of his campaign.

Burdon will accompany Mesaafi to Dubai and remain with the gelding until he has settled into his new surroundings. Having never visited the city himself, the trip will also mark a personal milestone for the trainer.

There is plenty to organise before departure, with Burdon admitting that preparations for the journey are still under way. Nevertheless, the objective is clear: to give Mesaafi the best possible chance of making an encouraging start at Meydan while introducing RB Racing to a broader international audience.

For a trainer still in the early stages of building his own operation, the Dubai Racing Carnival offers an opportunity to turn years of experience around leading stables into a venture of his own. Mesaafi will be the first to carry that ambition onto the Meydan track.

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Nichola Yuen continued her impressive rise in Hong Kong racing with a second treble of the 2026/27 season at Sha Tin on Wednesday, 28 October. The 26-year-old apprentice produced three winners on the all-dirt card to strengthen her position in second place in the jockeys’ championship, underlining the progress she has made in the early stages of the campaign.

Yuen now has 16 wins from 91 rides this season, trailing only nine-time Hong Kong Champion Jockey Zac Purton, who leads the standings with 26 victories. With Purton serving a suspension, the apprentice made the most of her opportunities, combining patience and determination to register another significant milestone in her developing career.

Her three winners were Macanese Master for trainer Me Tsui in the Class 5 Tsim Mei Fung Handicap over 1200 metres, Yoda’s Choice for Pierre Ng in the Class 4 Tiu Yue Yung Handicap over 1800 metres, and Giant Leap for Ricky Yiu in the second section of the Class 4 Shek Uk Shan Handicap over 1200 metres. Yuen’s 7lb apprentice allowance also proved an important advantage on a productive evening.

Nichola Yuen’s Sha Tin Treble Reflects Growing Confidence

Yuen credited the support of trainers and the guidance of her master, Ricky Yiu, for helping her maintain momentum.

“I’m very happy with all the opportunities I’m getting,” she said. “I’m getting good rides and good support from a lot of trainers and also my master Mr Ricky Yiu. He teaches me a lot and hopefully we can have more wins.”

She added that she was pleased with the way her season was progressing and hoped to continue making the most of the opportunities available to her.

The latest treble represents another encouraging step for Yuen as she pursues further success in a competitive championship. With 16 winners already on the board, her consistent progress has established her as one of the leading apprentices in the current Hong Kong season.

Pierre Ng Extends Lead in Trainers’ Championship

Pierre Ng also enjoyed a productive evening as Yoda’s Choice secured victory in the Class 4 Tiu Yue Yung Handicap over 1800 metres. The result improved the runner’s overall record to four wins and eight minor placings from 37 starts, following a return from knee surgery in June.

Ng explained that the horse had undergone an operation to remove a chipped bone after winning last season. Although two trials had prepared the runner for the return, the trainer had not expected complete fitness.

The performance nevertheless showed sufficient freshness and determination to secure the win, and Ng believes further improvement will follow.

The victory lifted Ng to 15 wins for the campaign, giving him a two-win advantage over Caspar Fownes in the trainers’ championship.

Britney Wong Opens Her Season’s Account

Apprentice Britney Wong also had reason to celebrate after Happydearhappydeer won the second section of the Class 5 Wa Mei Shan Handicap over 1650 metres for trainer Tony Cruz. The victory was Wong’s first of the 2026/27 campaign.

Wong acknowledged that the wait for a winner had tested her patience, but said conversations with fellow jockeys, trainers and instructors at The Hong Kong Jockey Club Apprentice Jockeys’ School had helped her maintain perspective.

She specifically acknowledged the guidance of Amy Chan, the school’s headmistress, and Felix Coetzee, its chief riding instructor. Their support helped reinforce the importance of remaining focused through the inevitable highs and lows of a racing career.

Cruz was equally pleased with the result, particularly after the horse had spent an extended period away from competition. He praised the patience of the ownership group and said the horse had jumped well, while Wong had handled the ride effectively.

Me Tsui Records a Double at Sha Tin

Me Tsui completed a double through Macanese Master and Speedy Trident. The latter, ridden by Keith Yeung, won the first section of the Class 5 Wa Mei Shan Handicap over 1650 metres, breaking through at the 23rd Hong Kong start of the campaign.

Jimmy Ting recorded his first victory of the season when former Macau galloper Happy Universe prevailed in the Class 4 Tin Ha Shan Handicap over 1650 metres. Under Derek Leung, Happy Universe produced a late challenge to get past Hero Rising and secure the result.

David Eustace continued his strong start to the campaign as Central Bank won the first section of the Class 4 Shek Uk Shan Handicap over 1200 metres. Jerry Chau partnered the runner to an emphatic victory, giving Eustace his 11th win of the season.

Bustling City and Lucky Sam Gor Add to the Evening’s Highlights

David Hayes also reached 11 wins for the campaign after Bustling City scored a decisive three-and-a-quarter-length victory in the Class 3 Hebe Hill Handicap over 1200 metres. Brenton Avdulla was aboard for the performance.

Jerry Chau returned to the winners’ enclosure aboard Lucky Sam Gor in the Class 3 Pyramid Hill Handicap over 1650 metres. The runner made a successful debut on dirt, adding another notable result to Chau’s campaign. With 14 wins, Chau occupied third place in the jockeys’ championship.

Trained by Mark Newnham, Lucky Sam Gor is a gelding by Press Statement who has now recorded six victories in Hong Kong. Five of those wins came last season, and the latest success took career earnings to HK$7.5 million from 25 starts.

The meeting provided further evidence of the depth of competition across the Hong Kong racing ranks, with established trainers adding to their seasonal totals and emerging riders continuing to make progress.

Hong Kong racing will resume at Happy Valley on Sunday, 1 November.

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Ffos Las Racecourse will host a seven-race National Hunt meeting on Thursday, 29 October 2026, featuring a programme of hurdle races, steeple chases and a National Hunt Flat Race. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM, with races taking place at 30-minute intervals until the final contest at 4:30 PM. The card features maiden events, handicap contests and races for developing horses, with prize money ranging from £4,500 to £11,700.

The most valuable race of the afternoon is the 4:30 PM Dai Walters Trophy Handicap Steeple Chase, a Class 3 GBB Race offering £11,700 in prize money. Open to horses aged four and older with ratings between 0 and 130, the contest will be run over 2 miles, 3 furlongs and 83 yards. It will bring the meeting to a close with a competitive test over fences, requiring accurate jumping, pace and stamina.

The meeting begins at 1:30 PM with the Maiden Hurdle Race, a Class 4 GBB Race open to horses aged four and older. The contest will cover 2 miles, 4 furlongs and 103 yards and carries £10,000 in prize money. As a maiden event, it offers runners an opportunity to demonstrate their ability over hurdles while seeking their first victory in this discipline. The distance will require competitors to combine efficient jumping with the stamina needed to maintain their effort throughout the race.

At 2:00 PM, the Dandara Maiden Hurdle Race will take place over 2 miles and 69 yards. This Class 4 GBB Race is also open to horses aged four and older and offers £10,000 in prize money. The shorter distance will place greater emphasis on pace, tactical positioning and fluent jumping. The contest provides another opportunity for runners to gain experience over hurdles and establish themselves in National Hunt racing.

The third race, scheduled for 2:30 PM, is the Handicap Hurdle Race. This Class 5 contest is open to horses aged three and older rated between 0 and 105. It will be run over 2 miles, 4 furlongs and 103 yards, with £6,150 in prize money. Under handicap conditions, the field will feature runners carrying weights according to their ratings. Consistency over the hurdles and the ability to sustain a strong pace over the extended distance will be important factors.

At 3:00 PM, the Golwg Gwendraeth Handicap Hurdle Race will follow. This Class 5 event is scheduled over 2 miles and 69 yards and carries £6,150 in prize money. Open to horses aged three and older with ratings between 0 and 100, the contest offers a shorter-distance challenge than the preceding hurdle race. Competitors will need to maintain an efficient rhythm, negotiate the obstacles cleanly and produce a sustained effort in the closing stages.

The fifth race is the Walters Group National Hunt Flat Race, scheduled for 3:30 PM. This Class 5 GBB Race is open to horses aged four and five and will cover 2 miles and 69 yards. It carries £4,500 in prize money and is designated a Category 1 Elimination event. The contest is listed for conditional and amateur jockeys. Without hurdles or fences, the race will focus on speed, balance, stamina and the ability of developing horses to handle the demands of competitive race conditions.

At 4:00 PM, the Walters Group Handicap Steeple Chase will take place over 3 miles and 1 furlong and 60 yards. This Class 4 GBB Race is open to horses aged four and older rated between 0 and 120, with £8,900 in prize money. As the longest contest on the card, it will place a strong emphasis on stamina and jumping consistency. Runners will need to negotiate the fences efficiently while conserving enough energy to maintain their pace over the demanding distance.

The meeting concludes at 4:30 PM with the Dai Walters Trophy Handicap Steeple Chase. This Class 3 GBB Race is open to horses aged four and older rated between 0 and 130. Covering 2 miles, 3 furlongs and 83 yards, it carries the day’s highest prize fund of £11,700. The shorter distance compared with the preceding steeple chase is likely to place greater emphasis on pace and accurate jumping, while the fences will still demand concentration throughout the contest.

Ffos Las’s Thursday programme offers a varied afternoon of National Hunt racing, combining two maiden hurdle races, two handicap hurdles, a National Hunt Flat Race and two steeple chases. The £11,700 Dai Walters Trophy stands out as the most valuable contest, while the two £10,000 maiden hurdles provide notable opportunities for developing runners. The meeting is set to conclude after seven races at 4:30 PM.

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The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia (JCSA) has launched a new initiative to strengthen equestrian education, professional training and the aftercare of retired racehorses, marking a further step in the Kingdom’s efforts to develop its horseracing and equestrian sectors.

The JCSA Academy will bring together education, practical training and community engagement, with dedicated facilities designed to support equestrian activities throughout the year. The development will include 60 stables, an international indoor arena for training and events, and a specialised riding school.

A key part of the initiative will be to provide retired racehorses with opportunities beyond their competitive careers. Through structured retraining programmes, horses will be prepared for other equestrian disciplines, including show jumping and dressage, allowing them to remain active and contribute to the wider equestrian community.

JCSA Academy Places Racehorse Aftercare at the Centre

The academy will also work with schools and local communities to expand access to equestrian education. Programmes will focus on developing practical skills and knowledge related to horses, riding and horseracing, with lessons using retrained racehorses forming part of the offering.

Veterinary training will be another important component, with practical learning opportunities planned in cooperation with King Faisal University. The initiative will also provide specialised workshops covering horseshoeing, equine nutrition, saddle fitting and equestrian equipment, helping participants build expertise across several areas of horse care and management.

Beyond formal instruction, the programme will include horse-assisted therapy, riding trips, dressage competitions and show-jumping activities. These offerings are intended to broaden participation in equestrian sport while creating further opportunities for education, recreation and professional development.

His Highness Prince Salman bin Abdullah bin Salman bin Mohammed, CEO of the JCSA, welcomed the initiative, describing the development of the Kingdom’s horseracing and equestrian sectors as an extension of its vision to strengthen its position internationally.

He said the academy would help establish a sustainable system for developing national talent, while creating wider opportunities for people seeking to build careers or specialise in the sector.

JCSA Academy Aims to Raise Professional Standards

Dr Francesca Compostella, Chief Integrity and Development Officer at the JCSA, emphasised the importance of combining specialist knowledge, responsible horse welfare and high professional standards throughout a horse’s life.

She explained that the academy would bring these priorities together through classroom education and hands-on training, helping strengthen professional practices across both horseracing and equestrian activities.

The initiative’s approach to aftercare will also be supported by established international guidance and specialist collaboration. The academy’s membership in the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) reflects its commitment to the responsible transition of racehorses into new roles after retirement.

Its programme will draw on the good practices guide for racehorse aftercare issued by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA), alongside cooperation with a specialist organisation focused on retraining and rehoming retired racehorses.

By combining education, practical experience and structured aftercare, the JCSA Academy aims to create a pathway for both people and horses to remain involved in equestrian activities beyond the racetrack. The initiative places particular emphasis on developing local expertise while promoting responsible care for horses at every stage of their lives.

For Saudi Arabia’s equestrian sector, the academy represents an opportunity to connect professional development with wider community participation, while giving retired racehorses a clearer route into new disciplines.

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The Melbourne Cup dream will become a reality for five new owners when Vauban lines up at Flemington Racecourse in Tuesday’s $10 million Group 1 Melbourne Cup, following a successful inaugural Inglis Digital Spring Carnival Online Sale that concluded on Wednesday.

The sale offered five shares in Vauban, trained by Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, comprising three 2.5% shares and two 1% shares. All five shares found different buyers, giving each purchaser the opportunity to experience their first runner in Australia’s most famous staying race.

Greg Maitland secured one of the 2.5% shares for $10,000, fulfilling a long-held ambition despite having entered the racing industry relatively recently. Although he would not attend Flemington on Tuesday, the Adelaide-based pub owner expressed his excitement at having a runner in the prestigious race.

Maitland’s interest in racing had grown through his friendship with Terry Board, an experienced participant in the industry. He had also become involved with Rosberg, winner of the Inglis Easter and Inglis Ready2Race Stakes, trained by Clinton McDonald.

The opportunity to acquire a share in Vauban held particular significance for Maitland because Melbourne Cup Day had always been an important occasion for his pubs. He planned to attend a function for 400 people at one of his Adelaide venues, with Vauban’s participation adding another dimension to the occasion.

Brisbane-based Steve Rielly also secured a long-awaited opportunity after purchasing a 1% share in Vauban for $7,000. Although he had previously had horses entered for the Melbourne Cup, he had never had a runner in the race.

Rielly had already experienced major Australian racing occasions through runners in the Cox Plate and Caulfield Cup, but the Melbourne Cup remained an ambition he had yet to fulfil.

He discovered the share sale through an advertisement on Australian Bloodstock’s social media channels. Having previously purchased horses through Inglis Digital, Rielly welcomed the opportunity to join Vauban’s ownership group through the online platform shortly before the race.

Melbourne Cup Dream Highlights Successful Inglis Digital Sale

The inaugural Spring Carnival Online Sale also featured a 2.5% share in Brindavan, a five-year-old trained by Tony Gollan. Offered by First Light Racing, the share sold for $17,000.

Brindavan was scheduled to make his next start in the $2 million Group 3 Five Diamonds at Rosehill on November 7, extending the sale’s reach beyond the Melbourne Cup.

Inglis Digital Business Manager Nick Melmeth welcomed the results of the inaugural sale, highlighting the opportunity it created for five buyers to have their first Melbourne Cup runner.

Melmeth said the initiative demonstrated how the Inglis Digital platform could connect sellers with interested buyers ahead of major racing occasions, allowing participants to become involved at short notice. He also expressed confidence in the concept’s potential to grow in future years with continued vendor support.

Inglis Digital’s November Early Online Sale was scheduled to run from Friday, October 30, until Wednesday, November 4. Entries were due to close at midnight on October 28.

Early entries included an eight-horse Godolphin draft, Yellowjacket, a mare placed in the I Am Invincible Stakes, shares in recent Group 1 placegetter Welcometotheshow and multiple Group winner Warnie, along with a stallion share in Wild Ruler.

The Melbourne Cup dream became a reality for five new owners after all five shares in Vauban sold through the inaugural Inglis Digital Spring Carnival Online Sale, creating a first Melbourne Cup opportunity for each buyer.

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Aintree Racecourse will host the Aintree Two-Day Meeting on November 6 and 7, 2026, with £480,000 in total prize money following the cancellation of Exeter’s Haldon Gold Cup Day and Wincanton’s Badger Chase Ladies’ Day due to unsuitable ground conditions. The revised programme will bring several major races together at Aintree, with their original prize money maintained.

The two-day meeting will feature the BetMGM Haldon Gold Cup, the Boodles Rising Stars Novices’ Chase and the BetMGM Future Stars Silver Bowl Novices’ Chase. The William Hill Molyneux Hurdle, previously known as the Elite Hurdle, will also headline the programme.

The cancellations will follow an exceptionally dry summer, continued warm temperatures and limited rainfall during the autumn. Although rainfall will have increased over the 10 days preceding the announcement, the forecast will indicate insufficient further rain to provide safe ground for jump racing at Exeter and Wincanton.

Aintree Two-Day Meeting to Feature Major National Hunt Races

The Aintree Two-Day Meeting will open on Friday, November 6, with a seven-race card under the Haldon Gold Cup Day banner. The principal contest will be the £100,000 BetMGM Haldon Gold Cup Handicap Steeple Chase over two miles.

Friday’s programme will also include the £40,000 BetMGM Future Stars Silver Bowl Novices’ Steeple Chase over three miles and one furlong, alongside an £80,000 Premier Handicap Steeple Chase over the same distance. The remaining races will comprise a novices’ limited handicap chase, a novices’ hurdle and two handicap hurdles. Race times for Friday will be confirmed later.

Saturday, November 7, will feature another seven-race programme, with the William Hill Molyneux Hurdle worth £70,000 and the Boodles Rising Stars Novices’ Chase carrying £75,000 in prize money.

The Saturday card will begin at 12.15pm with the William Hill Epic Boosts EBF National Hunt Novices’ Hurdle over two miles and four furlongs. The Molyneux Hurdle will follow at 1.25pm, before the Rising Stars Novices’ Chase at 2pm.

The remaining races will include the Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle at 2.35pm, the Play Lucky Stable With William Hill Handicap Chase at 3.10pm and the William Hill Junior National Hunt Flat Race at 3.45pm.

ITV Racing will broadcast both days of the meeting, bringing coverage of the principal contests to viewers.

Ground Conditions Lead to Further Racing Changes

Andrew Morris, Director of Racing and Industry Relations at The Jockey Club, will explain that the decision will prioritise the safety of horses and participants. He will also acknowledge the disappointment for the teams at Exeter and Wincanton while thanking the British Horseracing Authority for supporting the transfer of the feature races to Aintree at their original prize money levels.

The changes will extend to Sandown Park, where the Sunday, November 8, fixture will become an all-hurdle meeting. The chase course will remain unsuitable for racing, and the forecast will suggest that conditions will not improve sufficiently before the fixture.

The hurdle course, which will use the watered summer Flat course, will remain suitable for racing. The meeting will therefore retain its seven-race format, with further details to follow.

Sulekha Varma, Head of Racing at Aintree Racecourse, will welcome the opportunity to provide an alternative venue for the feature races from Exeter and Wincanton. She will also highlight the strengthened Saturday programme and acknowledge the cooperation of racecourse partners, participants, the BHA, RMG and ITV Racing.

General admission tickets for Friday, November 6, will be available for £10 through the official Aintree website. Racegoers who purchased general admission tickets for the cancelled West Country Weekend fixtures will receive automatic refunds. Hospitality guests and annual members will be contacted directly by the respective racecourses.

The Aintree Two-Day Meeting will offer £480,000 in prize money across November 6 and 7, following the cancellation of Exeter and Wincanton’s fixtures because of unsuitable ground conditions. The programme will feature the Haldon Gold Cup, Rising Stars Novices’ Chase and Molyneux Hurdle, with both days scheduled for ITV Racing coverage.

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Nottingham Racecourse will stage a seven-race Flat meeting on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, featuring contests for two-year-olds, older horses, fillies, and amateur jockeys. The programme begins at 12:46 PM and concludes at 3:46 PM, with races spanning sprint distances to extended middle-distance contests. The meeting includes maiden events, handicap races, and the Listed Robin Hood Stakes, which carries the highest prize fund of the afternoon.

The feature contest is the Robin Hood Stakes (Class 1, Listed Race) at 2:16 PM, offering £60,000 in prize money. Run over 1 mile and 87 yards, the race is open to horses aged three and older. Formerly known as the Ben Marshall Stakes, it is one of the principal attractions on the Nottingham card.

The meeting opens at 12:46 PM with the Racedays for £9 at Nottingham Racecourse Nursery Handicap Stakes (Class 5). This five-furlong-and-eight-yard contest is restricted to two-year-olds and offers £9,000 in prize money. The race has a rating band of 0–75 and provides young horses with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability over a sprint distance.

At 1:16 PM, the Halloween Spooktacular Fireworks 31st Oct Handicap Stakes (Class 5) will take place over the same distance of five furlongs and eight yards. Open to horses aged three and older, the race offers £8,000 in prize money and is restricted to runners rated between 51 and 70. The contest is expected to provide an early test of speed and consistency.

The third race, scheduled for 1:46 PM, is the EBF Stallions Golden Horn Maiden Stakes (Class 3). Restricted to two-year-old colts and geldings, the race will be run over 1 mile and 87 yards, with £13,000 available in prize money. The event gives inexperienced runners an opportunity to compete over a longer distance as they continue their early racing careers.

Attention will then turn to the Robin Hood Stakes at 2:16 PM. The Class 1 Listed contest carries £60,000 in prize money and is open to horses aged three and older. Covering 1 mile and 87 yards, the race is the most valuable event on the card and is expected to be a major highlight of the afternoon. Its Listed status adds significance to the meeting, bringing together runners competing at a higher level.

At 2:46 PM, the EBF Maiden Fillies’ Stakes (Class 3) will be run over 1 mile and 87 yards. Restricted to two-year-old fillies, the race offers £12,000 in prize money. The contest provides young female horses with a chance to gain valuable experience over the mile distance and establish themselves in their early racing careers.

The sixth race is the Racing TV Handicap Stakes (Class 4), scheduled for 3:16 PM. Open to horses aged three and older, the race covers 1 mile, 6 furlongs and 24 yards and offers £10,000 in prize money. The event is restricted to horses rated between 66 and 85. The longer distance will test stamina and the ability to maintain a consistent pace throughout the race.

The meeting concludes at 3:46 PM with the Serena Brotherton Farewell AJA Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap Stakes (Class 6). This race is open to horses aged three and older and will be run over 1 mile, 2 furlongs and 62 yards. With £6,500 in prize money and a rating range of 46–65, the final contest offers a closing challenge for the participating amateur jockeys and their mounts.

With seven races covering a variety of distances and conditions, Nottingham’s Wednesday programme combines opportunities for developing two-year-olds with competitive contests for older horses. The £60,000 Robin Hood Stakes stands out as the principal event, while the maiden races and closing amateur jockeys’ handicap add variety to the afternoon’s schedule.

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🏇🔥 MYSORE MONSOON RACES 2026 – RACE DAY ALERT! 🏆

🗓️ Sunday, 25th October 2026 | 16th Day
📍 Mysore Race Club
🕐 Race Start Time: 01:00 PM
🕐 Race End Time: 05:00 PM

Get ready for an exciting Sunday of racing with a packed 8-race programme! 🌟

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🏆🇯🇵 JAPAN’S CLASSIC TEST AWAITS! 🏇🔥

The prestigious Kikuka Sho (Japanese St. Leger) (G1) takes centre stage at Kyoto Racecourse on Sunday, 25 October 2026, over a demanding 3000M.

🌟 18 runners. One classic crown. Who will conquer the marathon distance and make the day

🏆 EXCEED TAKES THE TOP HONOURS! 🏇

EXCEED secures victory in The Shivalik Showers Handicap over 1400 metres at the Royal Calcutta Turf Club on 26 September.

🏇 Jockey: P. Trevor
👨‍🏫 Trainer: Aashay Doctor

💰 Total Prize Money: ₹5,00,000

👏 Congratulations to owners Mr

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🏆🏇 PREMIER BOWL SHOWDOWN AT SHA TIN! 🇭🇰🔥

Top sprinters are ready to compete in The Lukfook Jewellery Premier Bowl at Sha Tin Racecourse on Sunday, 25 October 2026.

⚡ Covering 1200M with total prize money of $5,350,000, this Group 2 contest promises a competitive battle

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🏇🔥 RACE DAY AT ABU DHABI TURF CLUB! 🇦🇪

Get ready for an exciting evening of racing as the Abu Dhabi Turf Club hosts six races on Thursday, 29 October 2026, featuring Purebred Arabian contests and a Thoroughbred handicap. 🏆

🗓️ Date: Thursday, 29 October 2026
📍 Venue: Abu Dhabi Turf Club
🏁 First Race: 5:00 PM
🏆 Final Race: 7:00 PM
💰 Top Prize Money: AED 70,000

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🏆 A DREAM REALISED! Five New Owners, One Melbourne Cup Dream! 🏇🇦🇺

Vauban is heading to the $10 million Group 1 Melbourne Cup at Flemington, and five new owners will experience the excitement of having a runner in Australia’s most famous staying race! 🎉

Through the inaugural Inglis Digital Spring Carnival Online Sale, all five shares in Vauban found new buyers, turning a long-held ambition into reality just days before the big race.

💰 With shares selling for $7,000 and $10,000, the sale has opened the door for new owners to be part of Melbourne Cup history.

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🏇🔥 JUMP RACING ACTION IN FRANCE! 🇫🇷

Get ready for the Grand Steeple-Chase de Bordeaux at BDX Le Bouscat Racecourse! Seven contenders will take on the challenging 5,300-metre course in this exciting steeplechase contest. 🏆

🗓️ Date: Thursday, 29 October 2026
📍 Venue: BDX Le Bouscat Racecourse, France
🕐 Time: 1:27 PM
🏁 Distance: 5,300 M
💰 Total Prize Money: €62,000

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Breaking ⚠️ - Bangalore Turf Club cancels  races scheduled for Sunday, 1 November 2026.

Read the official notice for more. 

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🏇🇶🇦 AL BESHARIYAH CUP | QATAR RACE DAY

Purebred Arabian racing takes centre stage at Al Rayyan Racecourse on Wednesday, 28 October 2026! 🔥 The Al Beshariyah Cup – Purebred Arabian Premium Maiden Plate will cover 1900 metres, with a total prize money of QAR 120,000.

🏆 Race Details
🗓️ Date: 28 October 2026
📍 Venue: Al Rayyan Racecourse
⏰ Time: 9:05 PM
🏇 Distance: 1900 M
💰 Total Prize Money: QAR 120,000

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🐴 FROM RACEHORSE TO STABLE STAR! ❤️🏇

Once known as Looking At Bikinis, Bill Mott’s 10-year-old pony Rocky has found a new purpose as a trusted stable companion at Keeneland.

🏆 From racing on the track to guiding stablemates, Rocky proves that every Thoroughbred deserves a second chance!

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🏇🔥 THE ROBIN HOOD STAKES (CLASS 1)!

The action continues at Nottingham Racecourse with an exciting contest over 1M 87Y on Wednesday, 28 October 2026! 🏆

💰 Prize Money: £60,000
⏰ Race Time: 2:16 PM 
📍 Venue: Nottingham Racecourse

🌟 Top Contenders: Centigrade, Checkandchallenge, EBT’s Guard, Mr Swivell, Room Service, Wise Prince, All Moonshine and Oolong Poobong.

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