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Market Rasen — yesterday’s action and key moments
Yesterday at Market Rasen the going was GOOD (Watered; Chs 7.0, Hdl 7.1) and the card produced a string of competitive finishes and a few heavy moments. Master Haku (Gordon Elliott/Sean Bowen) held on in the Betway Free Bet Club Novices’ Hurdle after a mid-race move and, according to connections, looked to have been helped by a 48‑day freshening. Sean Bowen also partnered High Fibre (James Owen) to a taking finish in the Summer Handicap Hurdle, while Queensbury Boy (Mickey Bowen/James Bowen) edged ahead in the Plate Handicap Chase in the final strides. James Owen enjoyed a productive day with winners including No More Bolero in the Bet The Responsible Way Handicap Hurdle and Oneinthewell who just held on in the closing Watch Live Racing At Betway Handicap Hurdle. There were notable fallers and non-runners: Riaan fell 4 out in the Plate, Sledgehammer fell 3 out in the Read Paul Townend’s Betway Blog Handicap Chase and Arnie Moon was pulled up after losing a shoe; Sun Art and Shesonnet were declared non-runners/self-certified and In The Air was declared in error.
Latest winners
| Time | Race | Winner | Odds | Trainer / Jockey | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:35 | Betway Free Bet Club Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race) | Master Haku | 11/8 | Gordon Elliott / Sean Bowen | Tracked leaders, pushed on before 2 out and stayed on to lead in the run-in; trainer noted a 48‑day freshening helped. |
| 14:10 | Betway Summer Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) | High Fibre | 7/2 | James Owen / Sean Bowen | Worked into contention 2 out and ran on to lead towards the finish, winning clear. |
| 14:45 | Betway Summer Plate Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race) | Queensbury Boy | 15/2 | Mickey Bowen / James Bowen | Midfield early, headway 3 out and kept on well to lead in the final strides. |
| 15:20 | Betway Bet The Responsible Way Handicap Hurdle | No More Bolero | 11/8 | James Owen / Harry Cobden | Detached early but improved before 2 out, challenged at the last and led in the run-in. |
| 16:05 | Read Paul Townend’s Betway Blog Handicap Chase | Mr McWhinny | 6/4 | T Ellis / Jack Andrews | Headway 4 out, led 2 out and ridden home, always doing enough. |
| 16:40 | Betway Boosts Handicap Chase (GBB Race) | Giovanni Change | 7/1 | Mark Walford / Jamie Hamilton | Hit the first, travelled to lead 3 out and kept on well under pressure. |
| 17:15 | Watch Live Racing At Betway Handicap Hurdle | Oneinthewell | 4/1 | James Owen / Jonathan Burke | Settled towards rear, made headway 3 out and led narrowly 2 out, just held on in a tight finish. |
Incidents and brief notes
There were a number of incidents that shaped the afternoon. Riaan fell 4 out in the Plate and caused interference that affected Pour Les Filles and briefly hampered Kingston Narcissus. Sledgehammer fell 3 out in the 16:05 chase. Arnie Moon was pulled up after losing a left‑fore shoe and the rider reported the gelding had ‘stopped quickly’. Sun Art and Shesonnet were non-runners on account of self-certificates (Sun Art: cut leg) and In The Air was declared in error. Trainers commented where relevant — for example, Newtown Rambler’s trainer felt a return to hurdling had not suited the horse after a disappointing run.
Overall it was a competitive card on a good surface with several close finishes and a strong performance from connections of James Owen and Sean Bowen across the day.
Market Rasen Tips and Today’s Races
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Market Rasen Race Results
There are currently 22 race days at Market Rasen, with competitive jump racing from January right through to December. The biggest meeting of the year is the Summer Plate Ladies Day towards the end of July, featuring the valuable Summer Hurdle and Summer Plate, two of the most valuable prizes of the summer jumping season.
The September meeting also features good prizes with the Prelude Handicap Hurdle and Prelude Handicap Chase. There are several popular Sunday meetings and a Boxing Day card. Market Rasen is also well known for their family fun days with a creche at all weekend and Bank Holiday fixtures.
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Racecourse Guide
Market Rasen’s excellent reputation as a friendly venue is well founded and their summer jumping fixtures are extremely popular. It is a right handed, sharp course of around a mile and a quarter. It tends to favour speedy horses that can lie up with the pace, particularly during the summer months on quicker ground.
There are three fences in the long home straight but it can be difficult to make up ground when horses quicken off the turn. The fences are not too testing and it is an ideal course for a novice. The Summer Plate was upgraded to Grade 3 status in 2020. Trainer Peter Bowen won it for a record eighth time when Francky Du Berlais won it for a second successive season in 2022, the first dual winner in the history of the event.
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
Market Rasen offers a wide range of hospitality packages to suit every taste and budget. They range from reserving a table in Altior’s Restaurant to hiring a private box overlooking the racecourse. Altior’s Restaurant overlooks the pre-parade ring, racecourse and winners enclosure.
The Premier Experience includes a table for the day, three course a la carte meal and full afternoon tea. The private boxes are available at all meetings and are guaranteed to provide you and your guests with a great day’s racing in stunning surroundings. They all feature their own private balconies, a suite host and TV for viewing the action throughout the day. Food and drink outlets are available across all enclosures on the majority of race days.
Market Rasen is situated at the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Market Rasen Railway Station is just one mile from the racecourse with taxis readily available.
Tickets
You can book Market Rasen tickets online with a choice of three enclosures. The Lawn Enclosure is ideal if you are planning a fun family out and you can bring your own picnic while the children enjoy the playground. The Tattersalls Enclosure allows you to view the parade ring and winners enclosure with access to the recently developed Exacta Bar and Red Rum Bar. The County Enclosure has several bars and eateries in a friendly atmosphere with access to the Tattersalls and Lawn Enclosure.
Contact and Location
Market Rasen Racecourse, Legsby Rd, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire LN8 3EA. United Kingdom.
Official Website: https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/marketrasen/
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- Blanchards Taxis (1.1 miles away)
Tel: +44 1673 843114 - RDC Taxis (1.1 miles away)
Tel: +44 1673 828000 - Wold Cars (1.3 miles away)
Tel: +44 1673 844448
Places to Eat
- Fish Bar (0.3 miles away)
Market Place, Wragby, Market Rasen LN8 5QU, UK
Tel: +44 1673 858359 - Union Jack (1 mile away)
21 Willingham Road, Market Rasen LN8 3DP, UK
Tel: +44 1673 842437 - The Olde Barn Inn (1.1 miles away)
The Old Barn Inn 18 Cow Lane Tealby, Market Rasen LN8, UK
Tel: +44 1673 838304