A crisp December breeze settles over Chelmsford City Racecourse as a young groom leans close to a spirited filly, pressing a soft kiss onto her forehead before tightening the noseband with careful hands. A jockey nearby adjusts his stirrups, whispering last-minute encouragement, while early spectators gather along the rail, sharing quiet excitement for what promises to be a memorable evening. The Chelmsford City race cards December 4 meeting brings together emerging 2-year-olds and seasoned older runners, each ready to light up the winter twilight.
The human touches continue all around — a trainer patting a saddle flap for luck, stable staff swapping hopeful grins — moments that set the emotional tone before the horses even reach the track.
Nursery Handicap Stakes Opens the Card
4:30 PM – Nursery Handicap Stakes (Class 6, 5f, 2YO)
Seven juveniles kick off the evening, each eager to make their mark early in the season. Beach Partee and Baileys Ontherocks are expected to show natural speed, while Filly Foden and Solar Invincible bring improving profiles. Sunlit Sea and Mad Unicorn add lively interest in the closing stages, and Ken Brulee could be one to watch if things fall right.
Prize Money: £7,000
Talent-Rich Fillies’ Novice Stakes
5:00 PM – Restricted Fillies’ Novice Stakes (Class 4, 6f, 2YO)
Angel Summer heads a promising group of young fillies that includes Ealhswith, Luna Celeste, and Zoustar Dreams. Cool Molly and Escape Magic bring raw potential, while Sirhana may relish the tempo in what should be a balanced and competitive contest.
Prize Money: £10,000
Mile Novice Features Strong 2YO Prospects
5:30 PM – Fillies’ Novice Stakes (Class 2, 1m, 2YO)
A high-quality mile awaits with Al Amirah, Alice de Clare, and Blackisthenewblack forming the core of the challenge. Capichera and Cherry Baker look progressive, while Love Me Bae and Molly O’Mally give further strength to a race that promises a well-run finish as the juveniles stretch out over eight furlongs.
Prize Money: £40,000
Sprinters Take Over the Evening
6:00 PM – Qualifier Handicap (Class 4, 5f, 3YO+)
Experience and speed come together as Fidelius, Cressida Wildes, Nemov, and Twilight Fun line up. Almaty Star and Solvency bring tactical intrigue, with Havana Rum expected to be prominent in a sharp, fast-moving five-furlong dash.
Prize Money: £11,000
Division I: 6f Sprint Series Qualifier
6:30 PM – Sprint Series Qualifier Handicap (Class 5, 6f, 3YO+) Division I
Baba Reza and Spring Bloom may set the early pace, but Supreme King and Fantasy Master won’t let them slip far ahead. Danger Alert, Koge, and Invincible Melody all add depth in a division that looks set to favour both early speed and strong finishers.
Prize Money: £9,000
Division II: Competitive Sprinting Continues
7:00 PM – Sprint Series Qualifier Handicap (Class 5, 6f, 3YO+) Division II
Lightning Bear, Dark Side Thunder, and El Bufalo appear among the key players. Due Date brings consistency, Emperor’s Son and Ezra Cee offer late-on strength, and Mu Mu Land adds another layer of intrigue to a wide-open sprint.
Prize Money: £9,000
Tactical Seven Furlongs to Close the Middle Segment
7:30 PM – Not Out Handicap Stakes (Class 6, 7f, 3YO+)
Onemorenomore and Toussarok often show early intent, though Edergole’s Gift and Cill Mocheallog could be strong late in the race. Tam Lin and Nubough bring reliable closing efforts, making this a tactical affair over seven furlongs.
Prize Money: £7,000
Staying Fillies Take the Stage at Dusk
8:00 PM – Fillies’ Handicap Stakes (Class 5, 1m 2f, 3YO+)
Lady of Arabia, Alpine Oasis, and Beauty By My Side lead a compact but competitive field. Bint Al Daar, Brave Byreflection, and Yokkell bring stamina and experience, setting up a compelling middle-distance contest as evening settles over the racecourse.
Prize Money: £9,000
Final Mile-and-a-Quarter Contest
8:30 PM – Handicap Stakes (Class 6, 1m 2f, 3YO+)
Dingwall, Seconds Count, and Beachborough Girl line up alongside Al Shabab, Rosemary’s Rose, Newfire, and Lady Aiyana in the finale. A diverse mix of running styles ensures a fitting end to a varied and engaging programme at Chelmsford City.
Prize Money: £7,000
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