Warwick Racecourse is set to come alive on Thursday, November 20th, as Day Two of the PricedUp Winter Festival brings its mix of excitement, sentiment and early-winter intensity. The emotional centrepiece will be the Warwick Supports British Breeding Veterans’ Handicap Chase, a feature that always draws a warm response as experienced campaigners step into the parade ring with the crowd watching every movement. With seven races scheduled from noon to 3:28 pm, the afternoon is shaping into a sequence of stories waiting to be told — full of anticipation, fresh prospects and the depth that Breeders’ Day brings to the meeting.
As the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association prepares to showcase the work and heritage behind these horses, the raceday is expected to carry a sense of pride and connection. The November chill may settle over the track, but the atmosphere is set to stay lively, welcoming and full of character.
What Sets This Meeting Apart
- The veterans’ chase promises a powerful emotional pull
Supporters are expected to gather early to see familiar names return for another challenge. The atmosphere usually shifts when the veterans walk out, and tomorrow’s feature race is poised to tap into that mix of respect, nostalgia and competitive spirit.
- Breeders’ Day adds depth, heritage and human stories
Visitors will get a first-hand look at the horsemanship, decisions and dedication behind the bloodlines on show. This perspective is likely to shape the tone of the day and draw people into the stories behind the horses, not just their performances.
- Mares and fillies step into the spotlight
Several contests are set to showcase developing female talent. These runners could emerge as next-spring talking points, and their progress will be watched closely across the afternoon.
- A layout that keeps fans close to the action
With easy movement between the rings, stands and enclosure, racegoers are expected to enjoy that close-up Warwick experience where every stride feels within reach.
- A warm festival feel despite the November air
Food stalls, indoor spaces and a friendly buzz should give the meeting a comfortable rhythm that appeals both to seasoned followers and newcomers discovering the sport.
With the stage set and the atmosphere building, here’s how the afternoon’s seven races are shaping up — not as conclusions, but as possibilities waiting for the starter’s flag.
Race 1: EBF Fillies’ Junior “National Hunt” Hurdle (12:00pm, 2m)
The opener is expected to introduce the day with a developing group of fillies. LA LUNA ARTISTA, WHITLETTS, ENYA and PAXTON GOLD may press forward early, while ARRIGO ANNIE, MADAME POMONE and TANGLED WEBB could adopt a more patient approach. The track’s light turns and shifting rhythm should provide a good early test of balance and nerve.
Winner’s gain: £3,697
Race 2: Tattersalls Cheltenham Supporting Breeders’ Day “National Hunt” Maiden Hurdle (12:35pm, 2m)
This maiden hurdle is shaping into one of the afternoon’s early points of intrigue. BOSSMAN JACK, CRISTAL D’ESTRUVAL and LOADED AND LOCKED may look to set the tone, while MY BOY BEASTY, ASK A SAINTE and GEORDIE BAY appear more likely to bide their time and move through the gears as the race unfolds. The sense of discovery should be strong here.
Winner’s gain: £3,812
Race 3: Chapel Stud Supporting Breeders’ Day Mares’ Handicap Hurdle (1:10pm, 2m5f)
Experienced mares step into a race that could turn tactical depending on who seizes the early initiative. PISMO BEACH, DRAMATIC ENCORE and CRAZIERTHANDAISY might look to shape the pace, while POLITACUS, AUDACIOUS ANNIE and EPINEPHRINE may be ridden to produce their effort late. The race is expected to develop in layers rather than one long surge.
Winner’s gain: £6,337
Race 4: Warwick Supports British Breeding Veterans’ Handicap Chase (1:45pm, 3m) – Feature Race
The highlight of Day Two is set to carry emotion as well as competition. TORN AND FRAYED and HILLCREST may look to move into a smooth, forward rhythm, while GABBYS CROSS, NOCTE VOLATUS and OMAR MARETTI could build their challenge fence by fence. The crowd response is likely to lift the atmosphere as the field approaches the final circuit.
Winner’s gain: £15,609
Race 5: GB Bonus Supporting Breeders’ Day Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (2:20pm, 2m3f)
This race should offer a calmer tempo early on, with DREAM SHADOW, BETTY’S DAISY and TWISTTHENIGHTAWAY likely to be prominent. BLUE MOON LADY, STAR OF HONOUR and GAELIC SAINT may choose to stalk the pace and save their best for the straight. The contest has the look of one that could gather momentum quickly in the final stages.
Winner’s gain: £3,812
Race 6: PricedUp Mares’ Handicap Chase (2:55pm, 2m4f)
Jumping accuracy is expected to play a major role here. LARGY FORCE, SUNDAY SOLDIER and SETTLE DOWN JILL may attack the fences confidently, while GETURGUCCION, KALISTA LOVE and FELICIE DU MAQUIS seem likely to hold a watching brief before committing late. It’s the kind of race that could open up sharply if the pace changes at the wrong moment for some.
Winner’s gain: £5,413
Race 7: TBA Supporting Breeders’ Day Mares’ Open NH Flat Race (3:28pm, 2m)
The finale brings a line-up of unexposed horses who may show their potential in different ways. JOLLIE DAME, CALLISTO QUEEN and NO FLIES ON HER might look to control matters early, while BLUE MARVEL, DAME IN DISGUISE and ROSE OF THE SHIRES could aim to produce one late, decisive run. This is expected to be a race where future names quietly introduce themselves.
Winner’s gain: £2,178
As Warwick prepares for Day Two of the PricedUp Winter Festival, the meeting is set to deliver a blend of heritage, emotion and new stories. From the veterans’ feature to the emerging prospects in the finale, the afternoon promises a card built on anticipation rather than certainty — a reminder of how winter racing can shape seasons before they even begin.
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