OWNERS & TRAINERS – CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE
◆ The Grade 1 2m4f Novice Chase will be removed and replaced with a Class 1, 2m4f Novice Open Handicap Chase
◆ The Grade 2 NH Chase will become a Novice Handicap Chase (0-145) and be open to professional riders
◆ The Glenfarclas Cross Country race will change to a Limited Handicap
◆ The run requirement for horses running in Open Handicaps will increase from 3 to 4 for Chases and 4 to 5 for Hurdles
◆ The penalty structure will be removed from the Grade 2 Ryanair Mares Novices Hurdle
◆ Winners of the Pertemps Series Qualifiers will receive a ballot exemption from the Final at the Festival (providing they are within the handicap at declaration stage) We believe the changes detailed above will improve the competitiveness of the Festival and wider jump season, providing opportunities for the best horses to compete against each other and create an exciting event for those who are competing, and those who watch the sport. The Frequent Runner Scheme with prizes for trainers who have supported Jockey Club Southwest Racecourses the most throughout the season will continue again this year. As in previous years, the two categories remain as trainers with 40 or above horses in training and those with 39 or fewer. Full details can be found on our Owners and Trainers webpage. With the season opening at the Showcase fixture on Friday 25th October and much to look forward to in the season ahead, we look forward to welcoming you here and wish you every success.
Jon Pullin Head of Racing, and Clerk of the Course, Cheltenham
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