We ran a very nice young horse at Kempton back on the sixth of February. It was a competitive bumper and Expedite a son of Brian Boru ran a credible fifth. He is sure to improve for it and Noel thought he would be capable of winning one.
The next day I was left completely surprised when AP announced his retirement at Newbury live on Channel Four after notching up his two hundredth win of the season. While it was always going to happen at some point it still sent shock waves through the community as it really is the end of an era.
On the Monday we ran Seventh Sky for the twelfth time this season, he ran a fair race finishing second. He has been a revelation since turning to fences winning four races and picking up plenty of prize money. He thrives on his racing. I was thinking of the 0-140 novice handicap chase at the Festival for him but it seems he is now out of the handicap, there are still plenty of nice races for him though.
On Tuesday we had another second running Bridal Suite at Ffos Las, unfortunately he just found one to good on the day. He is knocking on the door each time and should get there.
Libeccio ran at Chepstow on the Wednesday. The ground was a bit soft for him and he could do with a bit further. We will see what they do with his mark this Tuesday as he could step up in trip in a handicap next time out.
Watching the horses work on Wednesday morning with Barry Davies a new member of the CMRC.
On Thursday we went to Fontwell with two horses. Attimo jumped well, running a better race than he has previously to finish third. It wasn't an ideal track for him so he should improve for a more galloping track. Miller Of Glanmire blew up three from home after travelling and jumping well, he will come on a lot for the run.
Sands Cove set off for Sandown on Friday morning but with it raining all day it was a wasted journey as the ground became very soft and he was declared a non runner. He has an entry at Southwell next week and could well go there.
We worked a few horses on Saturday morning. Superb Story worked well with Verano and Portmonarch led the young horse Run To The Rhythm up 'Back of the Hill' gallop. Royal Redemption worked very well on my bank. David and Jane Obree came in to watch Cedre Bleu on the gallops and enjoyed a lovely breakfast cooked by Katya. The weights come out for the Grand National tomorrow, so hopefully he is given a decent chance to get into the race.
We had a lot of rain this morning, it seems the ground has gone soft again but with a brighter forecast for the rest of the week hopefully it does not affect our plans to much. Hopefully Superb Story and Run To The Rhythm will go to Doncaster and Royal Redemption to Ludlow on Wednesday.
Earlier in the week Equine Productions were doing some filming practice with their drone, they have done some excellent recordings to promote racing. We were lucky enough to be caught on camera during their testing! It really does show what wonderful facilities we have and how fantastic the countryside around here is. Rose leads on Portmonarch followed by Tommy on Verano on the 'back of the hill' gallop.
Follow the link if the video does not appear http://youtu.be/6KFGTrPK8Is
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