William Haggas’ stable favourite Hamish kicked off his 2024 campaign in the perfect style by landing the Group 3 Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Stakes at Newbury.
Paddy Brennan announced his immediate retirement from the saddle after steering the Fergal O’Brien-trained Manothepeople to victory at Cheltenham on Wednesday.
The versatile Seddon is expected to return to the track in time for the Punchestown Festival, having not been seen since a credible third in the American Grand National at Far Hills in October.
Although racecourse gossip suggested Jimmy Quinn was planning to announce his retirement at Newmarket on Tuesday, the senior jockey is aiming to retain his license for at least the remainder of the season.
The regally bred Brighterdaysahead could have chasing on her agenda for next season, after an emphatic victory in the Grade 1 Mersey Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree on Saturday.
