What a way to round off the year — two wins in the last two days!
Yesterday, St Irene proved truly saintly, storming home to give us our first Listed winner, before Bollin Thou thundered past the post today to finish the year on a real high. What an end to 2025!
December itself has been full of highlights. Morning Mayhem kicked off our festive winning streak on the 19th, and we were delighted to see him get his head in front — made even better by the fact it coincided with the team’s Christmas party, which was celebrated in proper style.
On Boxing Day, we saddled two runners and were perhaps unlucky not to come away with two winners. That said, Queenie St Claire delivered the goods with a well-earned victory at Wincanton in what looked a competitive race.
We now turn our attention to the New Year, starting with D Day, who runs on the Flat at Chelmsford. We’re hopeful she can start 2026 on a positive note.
Otie’s Friend, who ran before Christmas at Huntingdon in a bumper, is currently for sale. He gave a stone to the winner when finishing second and is very much one to be excited about for the future. We think he’s a smart horse and would love to see him remain in the yard.
Racing Club membership remains open for anyone keen to be part of our journey. Both Club horses enjoyed a well-earned, restful Christmas and will begin picking up their work again in the early New Year.
Finally, it’s been a pleasure to reward the team with some winners over the festive period. Without their hard work — and the continued support of our owners, suppliers, friends, and family — none of this would be possible. We’re hugely grateful to everyone involved.
Here’s to an exciting 2026 ahead.
Love the NS Team X
