Sir Gino ruled out for the season
Nicky Henderson reported that Sir Gino endured a “comfortable” night in hospital and there is “every chance” his superstar can recover from the fractured pelvis he sustained at Cheltenham on Saturday. The six-year-old was pulled up by Nico de Boinville…
Today’s highlighted runner
Constitution Hill
“Constitution Hill has been working in the stalls for a few weeks. This particular work was just another reminder that, when they open, you go. He's drawn a bit wide [12 of 14 declarations initially], but Oisin knows what he’s got to do. As to where to go, I'll leave that bit to him.”
Nicky Henderson
Recent Lambourn winners…
Senator
Jamie SnowdenConsidering he is bred to jump, he was taking on flat bred individuals, which makes his performances even better. He jumped nicely on his racecourse debut when 3rd at Kempton in a decent contest. He improved for that outing to be 2nd last time out at Chepstow, and as he is National Hunt bred, he is sure to keep improving. This isn't a strong race, and he should take all the beating here.
Johnny’s Jury
Jamie SnowdenDespite being very green, Johnny's Jury put in a lovely performance on his debut when only beaten 2 lengths into 3rd in a novice hurdle at Ffos Las a year ago. He overcome a big absence to win on debut for us at Exeter in January. He won impressively, and the form of that race has already worked out well. He is a talented horse who has a bright future. He should improve with every run, and can defy a penalty here.
Gallivanted
Harry DerhamI was pleased with his run at Ludlow. We really want to run him on some nice dry ground and this is probably the driest he’s going to get for the next two weeks. He came out of Ludlow well and hopefully he will have improved for the run. Obviously Nicky’s horse will be very tough to beat but hopefully he can run a good race.
Queens Gamble
Harry DerhamI was very pleased with her at Musselburgh she just needed the run late on. This is not her ground today but we wanted to support the race with it being rescheduled and listed races are very important for mares. She seems in really good form, I’m pleased with her. She’d much prefer the ground drier but we’ll take our chance and hopefully she can run a really good race, she’s in great condition.
News in brief…
Boost to Constitution Hill’s chances of running at Southwell as field size increased to 14
The BHA has approved a plan for Southwell to increase its stable capacity, handing a boost to Constitution Hill’s hopes of making his Flat debut at the track on Friday night. The 2023 Champion Hurdle hero is among 31 eligible entries for the £40,000 SBK Road To Cheltenham Novice Stakes over 1m4f, and his place in the final line-up was put in jeopardy on Sunday when he was placed 16th on the priority list for protection from elimination in a race with a maximum field of 12.
Sandown’s Royal Artillery Gold Cup card on Thursday cancelled
Sandown’s Thursday meeting was cancelled after failing its Monday inspection, with the track waterlogged and more wet weather expected on Wednesday and on raceday. Sandown also lost its Grand Military Gold Cup day this month.
Ma Shantou cut to 6-1 for Stayers’ Hurdle after impressive Cleeve victory
Emma Lavelle is no stranger to success in the Cleeve Hurdle, having won the race three times with Paisley Park, and she took the prize back to Wiltshire again after Ma Shantou romped home. The seven-year-old found plenty after the final hurdle and ran clear to beat the Nicky Henderson-trained favourite Impose Toi by seven lengths.
Rich Ricci winner made new 7-1 Champion Bumper favourite after 24-length success
Love Sign D’Aunou is the new favourite for the Champion Bumper at the Cheltenham Festival after bolting up by 24 lengths on his rules debut. The five-year-old is owned by Rich and Susannah Ricci and has been cut into 7-1 (from 20) by Paddy Power after his dominant display, the middle leg of a treble for the yard.
Lambourn – the home of top-tier racehorse training – take your pick!
THE Lambourn Trainers Association (LTA) is a pivotal organization that stands at the heart of British racing, representing the interests and aspirations of trainers based in the world-renowned Lambourn Valley. Nestled in the Berkshire countryside, Lambourn has long been the training ground for some of the finest racehorses in the world. The Lambourn Trainers Association plays an instrumental role in preserving and advancing this rich heritage, supporting its members, and ensuring that the valley continues to thrive as a hub for top-tier racehorse training.
OUR TRAINERS’ STATISTICS FOR THE CURRENT FLAT & JUMPS SEASONS
GB FLAT Current Season Jan 2026-Dec 2026
| TRAINER | WINS | RUNS | PRIZEMONEY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ed Walker | 5 | 22 | £68,027 |
| Jamie Osborne | 6 | 35 | £59,790 |
| Clive Cox | 3 | 18 | £50,025 |
| Jonathan Portman | 1 | 16 | £35,108 |
| Archie Watson | 4 | 38 | £34,445 |
| Richard Hughes | 4 | 22 | £33,479 |
| Tom Dascombe | 1 | 6 | £16,749 |
| Mark Usher | 2 | 26 | £14,932 |
| Charles Hills | 1 | 10 | £11,135 |
| William Muir & Chris Grassick | 0 | 7 | £8,014 |
| Roger Teal | 2 | 8 | £7,565 |
| Daniel & Claire Kübler | 0 | 7 | £7,378 |
| Dominic Ffrench Davis | 1 | 8 | £5,815 |
| Tom Ward | 1 | 7 | £4,085 |
| Stan Moore | 0 | 12 | £3,914 |
| Edward Smyth-Osbourne | 0 | 1 | £614 |
| Owen Burrows | 0 | 1 | £291 |
GB JUMPS Current Season May 2025-Apr 2026
| TRAINER | WINS | RUNS | PRIZEMONEY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Henderson | 54 | 232 | £1,296,605 |
| Jamie Snowden | 67 | 245 | £786,613 |
| Harry Derham | 41 | 190 | £558,369 |
| Warren Greatrex | 33 | 145 | £365,999 |
| Nick Scholfield | 8 | 55 | £91,212 |
| Tom Dascombe | 1 | 9 | £87,368 |
| Oliver Signy | 2 | 33 | £30,443 |
| Archie Watson | 2 | 15 | £19,380 |
| Toby Bulgin | 1 | 7 | £13,129 |
| Paul Attwater | 0 | 1 | £1,141 |
| Dominic Ffrench Davis | 0 | 9 | £398 |
| Jamie Osborne | 0 | 3 | £0 |
| Mark Usher | 0 | 3 | £0 |
| Roger Teal | 0 | 5 | £0 |
