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.
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