A crisp morning breeze sweeps across Lingfield Park Race Preview for 27 November as grooms offer gentle pats to eager runners, and trainers lean in with quiet words of encouragement. In the stables, horses shift nervously, their coats gleaming under the low November sun. It’s a scene of calm anticipation before the roar of the crowd — the perfect human touch that sets the stage for an exhilarating day of racing.
Race 1 – Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) – 12:40 PM
The opening race of the day over 2m 7f 49y promises a blend of stamina and strategy as ISLAND RUN, BELGARUM, TROPICAL SPEED, SAN PEDRO, MALAGO ROSE, and JOUR D’ORAGE line up. With a purse of £6,150 on offer, trainers have carefully prepared their horses for a tactical test over the fences. Early positioning and finishing pace could prove decisive, making this a compelling curtain-raiser for the day.
Race 2 – Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5) – 1:15 PM
RIP WHEELER and MOOR END lead a competitive field that also includes HIGHWAY HERO, ULTRA VIERS, MILLIES MITE, and CONSTANT FRIDAY. Covering 2m 4f 44y, the steeplechase tests both speed and jumping ability, with jockeys needing a keen sense of timing over the fences. Prize money of £6,150 ensures an intense battle, and the race promises plenty of tactical intrigue.
Race 3 – Mares’ Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) – 1:50 PM
AFANCY GETAWAY, BROOMFIELD ADERRA, IZAKAYA, SEA PRESENTING, SILVER SNAFFLES, BARAFUNDLE BAY, and EPHYRA take centre stage in this 2m 3f 137y contest for promising mares. With £7,700 in prize money, trainers and jockeys are focused on nurturing young talent, and the combination of enthusiasm and careful conditioning could define the winner. Observers will be keen to spot emerging stars in this exciting maiden hurdle.
Race 4 – Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) – 2:25 PM
Covering 2m 4f 44y, VANDERPOEL, BLUE LAS, TINTINTIN, GOLD IN THE RIVERS, NOBLE PARK, and LYLIAN face a challenging novice steeple chase. Prize money of £11,700 is up for grabs, and the event highlights the next generation of steeplechase talent. Novices will need courage and composure to handle the tricky fences, and an early lead could be crucial in determining the outcome of this highly competitive race.
Race 5 – Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) – 3:00 PM
DUTCH CORNER, MONDO MAN, MOSSY FEN ROAD, RETETI, and SOMKIYR line up over 2m 27y in this Class 4 novices’ hurdle. Trainers are focused on assessing their horses’ ability to adapt to the course, while jockeys must gauge when to push and when to conserve energy. With £7,700 at stake, this contest promises to showcase the combination of youthful energy and careful preparation.
Race 6 – Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) – 3:33 PM
The final race of the day brings together DEFI NONANTAIS, ITAINTMEBABE, DARTMOUTH ROSE, DREAMWEAVER, BALLYBAY, GETAWAY WITH YOU, and SIMON THE SEAGULL over 2m 3f 137y. Prize money of £6,150 makes this closing event highly competitive, with stamina and speed equally crucial. Spectators can expect a thrilling finish as young hurdlers aim to leave a lasting impression on the day.
Across the card, Lingfield Park presents a rich mix of talent and tactical intrigue, with each race carrying its own unique challenges. For trainers, jockeys, and spectators alike, the human stories — a reassuring touch, a confident nod, a horse’s sparkle in the eye — are as compelling as the contests themselves.
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