West Mercian Area

Mixing motherhood with training obviously works for Bridget Skelton (formerly Andrews) as the former top lady rider saddled her first winner after Midnight River landed the Conditions (Level 3) contest at Chaddesley Corbett.

Most pointing fans would agree that the first December meeting at Chaddesley Corbett is one of the early season highlights and never fails to deliver competitive racing. From top class open horses looking to qualify for Cheltenham to classy youngsters seeking a six figure sales date, big fields and a healthy betting market are guaranteed.

Christmas came early for the bookies at Chaddesley Corbett’s first meeting of the new pointing term with just one favourite obliging on the seven race card.