Wetherby Tips

Positioned conveniently near Wetherby, this racecourse is just a short 12 miles from the bustling city hub of Leeds, offering seamless transport access for attendees.

A noteworthy addition in 2015 saw Wetherby expand its racing repertoire to include flat races, complementing its established tradition of hosting National Hunt events.

At the heart of Wetherby's racing calendar is the esteemed Charlie Hall Chase, a jump racing highlight set amid a year-round schedule of events.

Wetherby Racecourse

Wetherby’s charming left-handed, oval track stretches 12 furlongs each loop.

Without a dedicated sprint track, the flatter course necessitates a sharp turn at the five-furlong mark before leading into the home stretch.

The jumps circuit shares the same layout and includes nine challenging fences, renowned for their rigidity, favoring skilled jumpers.

Wetherby Feature Races

While the National Hunt season from October to April dominates Wetherby’s racing program, a select number of flat races now occur during May and June.

Wetherby kicks off its racing season mid-October with the Opening Meeting, succeeded by the prominent bet365 Meeting later in October or early November, showcasing major races like the Charlie Hall Chase and the Wetherby Mares’ Hurdle.

Adding to its festive charm, the Yorkshire Christmas Meeting stretches over two days from Boxing Day, headlined by classics like the Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase and Castleford Chase.

February hosts the Towton Novices' Chase, a gruelling three-mile race featuring 19 fences, famously won by Mr Mulligan in 1996 before his Cheltenham Gold Cup victory.

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Wetherby Feature Races

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Race

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Type

Grade

• Distance
• Ralph Beckett shows impressive consistency with a 75% success rate, making him a Southern trainer worth following closely.
• Roger Varian's runners, striking at a 50% rate, invariably capture attention with their competitive form.
• William Haggas commands respect with a commendable 36.36% strike rate.
• Age/Sex
• With 3 wins out of 7 races, Robert Havlin boasts 5 notable placements worth noting.
• Achieving a 30% strike rate with 15 placings, Daniel Tudhope is a force to consider on the track.
• Liam Keniry manifests a respectable profit with his strategic level stakes approach.

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• Grade 2
• Early November's race highlights include the notable Charlie Hall Chase and West Yorkshire Hurdle, complemented by festive fixtures like the Rowland Meyrick and Towton Novice Chase leading up to Cheltenham.
• Charlie Hammond showcases a solid 21.74% win rate, reflecting positively on his Overall Long Shot Profit (LSP).
• With a 24.39% strike rate, Paddy Brennan’s track record engenders considerable respect in racing circles.
• Daryl Jacob, with a 27.27% success rate and 16 noted placings, consistently offers mounts of interest.
• With standout performances at substantial odds, Nick Kent’s track record at higher odds demonstrates noteworthy successes.
• Laura Morgan commands respect with a 25% strike rate, underlining her keen eye for runners.
• 3m 1f
• Nicky Henderson’s formidable record showcases 10 placements, although attention should be paid to their shorter odds.
• 5yo +
• November", 'Wetherby Mares" Hurdle', "Hurdle
• Jamie Snowden's nearly 26% strike rate and 10 placements reflect strategic prowess.