Warwick Racecourse hosts an exciting day of winter National Hunt racing in the UK on 10 January, with seven competitive races scheduled to start at 12:45 PM. The meeting features a mix of hurdles, steeplechases, and National Hunt flat events, with challenging winter ground adding an extra test for horses and jockeys.
The meeting kicks off at 12:45 PM with the MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (Class 4), featuring 16 runners over 2 miles 3 furlongs. Notable entries include A King of Magic, Blazing Gaden, Blazing Saint, and Collanisi, all competing for a £10,000 prize. This race sets the tone for a high-quality afternoon of winter racing.
At 1:15 PM, 13 runners line up for the HANDICAP STEEPLECHASE (CLASS 4) over 2 miles 4 furlongs. Gold For Alec, Pepe Le Moko, Moon Phases, and Always Busy are among the top contenders for a £10,250 purse, offering a fascinating test of stamina and jumping ability.
The feature race of the early afternoon is the HAMPTON NOVICES’ STEEPLECHASE (GRADE 2) at 1:52 PM over 3 miles. Six runners, including Wade Out, Doyen Quest, Laurens Bay, and Moon Rocket, compete for a £75,000 prize, making this a key event for rising novice steeplechasers.
At 2:25 PM, 18 runners tackle the HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) over 2 miles. Oakley, Time Interval, Ukantango, and Soldier’s Leap are among the contenders for a £20,000 prize, promising a fast-paced test of both speed and endurance.
The CLASSIC HANDICAP STEEPLECHASE (CLASS 1) at 2:55 PM covers 3 miles 5 furlongs and 54 yards, with nine experienced runners including L’homme Presse, Mr Vango, Resplendent Grey, and Nassalam competing for a £100,000 purse. This race is one of the highlights of the day, testing experience and resilience.
At 3:32 PM, 11 runners line up for the HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 2) over 3 miles 1 furlong and 5 yards. Botox Has, Lud’or, Red Risk, and Long Draw are among the main contenders for the £30,000 prize in a strategic and endurance-focused contest.
The meeting concludes at 4:02 PM with the NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) over 2 miles. Ten runners aged 4 to 6 years, including All Good To Go, Arizona Moon, Country Pursuits, and Current Edition, compete for a £4,000 prize, providing a competitive and spirited finale to the day.
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