Towcester Racecourse successfully bid for an additional National Hunt fixture on the 10th of November 2016. The weather forecast looked to have potential, and I couldn’t resist heading over with my camera.
Towcester Racecourse
Located around 10 miles from the centre of Northampton, Towcester Racecourse rests in picturesque rural Northamptonshire. It is unique within the UK in that it welcomes the public to view its horse racing and greyhound racing meetings free of charge. Viewing is excellent with two grandstands overlooking the course and ample space to watch horses in pre-parade and parade rings. A big screen is provided to allow visitors a better view of some of the furthest points away from the grandstands.
Thursday, 10th November 2016
The additional fixture provided attendees with a seven-race card to enjoy. Current Champion Jockey (and current leading jockey) Richard Johnson was among those present with rides.
The weather forecast changed several times during the 24-hours leading up to the opening race. Essentially it would be a nice day with a persistent risk of heavy showers. As it transpired, it was not until the final race of the day that the course experienced any rainfall, despite black clouds and rainbows being visible in the surrounding areas for most of the afternoon.
3.15 – The Follow Us on Twitter Handicap Steeple Chase
The fifth race on the card was a 4-runner Class 3 Handicap Chase. The ground was described as ‘Good’.
No 1. Jimmy The Jetplane (IRE) / Kim Bailey / The Cool Silk Partnership / David Bass
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No 2. Always On The Run (IRE) / Paul & Clare Rooney / Adrian Heskin
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No 5. Bar De Ligne (FR) / Brian Ellison / Mr P. J. Martin / Brian Hughes
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No 6. Milgen Bay / Oliver Sherwood / James & Clare Luck / Thomas Garner
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Due to the low-angle of the sun setting directly in line with the home straight, the final two fences were omitted on each circuit.
The Kim Bailey-trained Jimmy The Jetplane was sent off a 15/8, with Always On The Run at 9/4, Bar De Ligne at 3/1 and Milgen Bay the 4/1 outsider of the field. The market got this one completely wrong, and Oliver Sherwood’s Milgen Bay made all for a comfortable success off bottom weight under Thomas Garner and his three pound claim.
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