A light morning drizzle drifted across Lingfield Park on 18 November, as trainers offered reassuring pats, jockeys shared quiet smiles, and early spectators leaned on the railings with that familiar blend of hope and curiosity. This Lingfield Park Race Preview walks through all six races, with every contender ready to carve their own story into a fresh November afternoon. There is always a sense of possibility when a midweek jumps card begins, and today’s atmosphere carried that same gentle hum.
Race 1 – The Weatherbys & Birdie Calendars Maiden Hurdle
1:15 pm — Prize Money: £7,700 — Distance: 2m 3f 119y
A field of six opens the card, and the warmth among connections hints at the value of an early-season breakthrough. CINQUENTA has caught the eye in schooling sessions, while FOX COTTAGE brings a steady, uncomplicated attitude. GATINEAU PARK travels kindly on his day, and GIANTSGRAVE steps in with the most race experience. JERIKO PLACE and JOB DONE complete a compact but competitive opener that should set the tone for the afternoon.
Race 2 – Jodie Standing’s Point-to-Point Novices’ Handicap Chase
1:45 pm — Prize Money: £6,150 — Distance: 2m 4f 15y
Novice chasers always deliver a mix of promise and unpredictability. JORAH has been lively at home and may relish Lingfield’s sharper bends. KING OF HIGHWAYS is bred to jump and could attempt to control the early fractions. DIAMOND DAYS and GETAWAY KING stay well enough to matter late on, and MISTERODDSOCKS, a willing type, looks the sort to plug on bravely in the closing stages.
Race 3 – Novices’ Hurdle
2:15 pm — Prize money: £7,700 — Distance: 2m 9y
Key Novices to Watch in This Lingfield Park Race Preview
This deeper maiden hurdle welcomes eight contenders. HIALEAH shaped well in recent work, while JACKOMY has the nimbleness needed for Lingfield’s turns. KOSAC D’OUDAIRIES and LEGAL WEAPON boast attractive pedigrees but still seek consistency. OUR AMIGO, OUT OF IT, and ROLAND GARROS offer different shades of potential, and tall, scopey ZAMEK is one who may progress significantly with more experience.
Race 4 – SGWeek25 Handicap Chase
2:45 pm — Prize Money: £8,900 — Distance: 2m 6f 30y
A stamina test that rewards rhythm and patience. IMMORTAL FAME often travels sweetly before asking big questions late. EUREKA CREEK carries flashes of capability, while CHEMICAL WARFARE has the power but hasn’t always delivered cleanly over fences. RISK DE PLUIE and HIGH TREASON bring honest profiles, while MOON HUNTER can surprise if the mood is right. FOLLOWCATO rounds off a field where endurance, rather than outright speed, may decide the result.
Race 5 – Download the At the Races App Handicap Hurdle
3:15 pm — Prize Money: £10,700 — Distance: 2m 3f 119y
The feature hurdle looks competitive. BLUEGRASS is a striking type in the prelims, and YELLOW STAR has hinted at potential despite patchy form. SKI LODGE should enjoy the trip, while SCORPIO RISING appears primed for a forward showing. ANOTHER FINE MESS, well named and often well supported by his yard, could find improvement if the early pace falls in his favour.
Race 6 – Handicap Steeple Chase
3:50 pm — Prize Money: £6,150 — Distance: 2m 11y
The finale gathers a blend of seasoned runners and lightly tried hopefuls. NO NO FIZZ typically travels with intent, and HORS JEU has the late kick to trouble the leaders. JOREBEL stays solidly, if not always fluently. IRISH CHORUS, GLAJOU, and ROCKS UP LATE sit among the grinders of the field, while TOUQUET and MUTUAL RESPECT offer a touch of freshness to close the day.
As the clouds part and November light settles over Lingfield Park, today’s card promises honest racing, small dramas, and the satisfaction of watching young talents take the next step in their journeys.
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