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.
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The third race on the card was a 4-runner Class 4 Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase race for horses rated 0-120. The ground was described as ‘Good’.
No 1. Butney Island (IRE) / Nick Mitchell / Mr & Mrs Andrew May / Conor O’Farrell
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No 2. Tanit River (IRE) / Tim Vaughan / Brian Ead & Martin Moore / Alan Johns
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No 3. Iora Glas (IRE) / Fergal O’Brien / Imperial Racing Partnership / Paddy Brennan
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No 4. Wait A Second (IRE) / Jonjo O’Neill / Mr John P. McManus / Richard Johnson
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The Paddy Brennan-ridden Iora Glas had won previously at Towcester over hurdles and was sent off a slightly uneasy 11/10 favourite. Tanit River and Alan Johns were second favourites at 2/1.
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Ultimately Tanit River ran out a facile winner, beating an eased-down third favourite Wait A Second by 21L (which had a noticeable amount of blood coming from its mouth from as early as the first circuit – maybe bit its tongue?). Iora Glas made a series of jumping errors and was a further 30L behind in third.
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