Tips for Fontwell Races
Situated in West Sussex, Fontwell is a jumps only track that was first opened in 1924. It is the racecourse where Queen Elizabeth II had her first ever winner as an owner when Monaveen claimed the Chichester Handicap Chase in 1949.
Course: The hurdles track is a left-handed oval where the circuit is a mile. The chase course is unique as it is in the shape of a figure-of-eight meaning the horses turn both right and left-handed, because of this it doesn’t suit big, long-striding types and we always bear that in mind for our tips.
Feature Race: The Grade 2 National Spirit Hurdle takes place in February at a distance of just over 2 miles and 3 furlongs for which we will have a full preview and tips. It is recognised as a trial for the Cheltenham Festival and has been won by festival winners in the past such as Baracouda and My Way de Solzen.