Overview
- The six-year-old grey landed the 2m novices’ hurdle by three-quarters of a length over Emerald Breeze after taking over three out under Ben Jones.
- Jones told Sky Sports Racing the equipment change and soggy conditions helped the gelding finish strongly, calling him “an absolute rocket” at home.
- Jeremy Clarkson marked the result on X, saying he would celebrate with a beer after hearing the horse had triumphed at the Blue Ditch course in Wales.
- Owned through Old Gold Racing, the horse drew a large turnout of syndicate members, with 3,250 shares sold at £60 each over 14 months.
- Trained by Ben Pauling and named for Clarkson’s Hawkstone brand, the winner delivered a first success after placed efforts at Sedgefield and Huntingdon earlier in the season.