Bill Hawkins triumphs over JP, securing the owners' prize as the summer jumping championship titles conclude
In a thrilling race at Newton Abbot, Art Of Diplomacy, trained by Mickey Bowen, clinched the 2m5f novice chase, marking a significant victory for the Bowen stable. The race, which saw only two runners, also featured Art Of Diplomacy's stablemate In The Air. Catch Him Derry was a non-runner in the opening event.
The win marked a five-timer over fences for Art Of Diplomacy, a horse owned by Bill Hawkins, who also owns Mohawk Chief. Hawkins made late purchases of both horses with the intention of winning the RCA Summer Jumps Championships, an inaugural event that took place this season.
Sean Bowen, the rider of Art Of Diplomacy, has had a successful season, clinching the top rider category. His winning streak continues, with this victory contributing to his yard finishing a commendable second in the trainer standings. Sean has shown his generosity by donating his winnings from this race to charity, splitting them evenly between the Injured Jockeys Fund and Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool.
Meanwhile, in the small trainers' category, Jimmy Moffatt emerged victorious, having won ten races this summer. In recognition of this achievement, Moffatt has announced that he will be splitting the prize-money among his stable staff.
Eoin Staples, another trainer, continued his breakthrough campaign with a double victory from three rides. However, there seems to be limited information available about Staples and his recent successes.
In other news, the 2026 fixture list for racing in Ireland has been published, and racing is set to take place on Good Friday for the first time. This exciting development is sure to attract a large crowd and add an extra layer of excitement to the racing calendar.
Lastly, Chris Honour has been cleared of any involvement in a conspiracy, bringing a close to a recent investigation in the racing world. The racing community can now focus on the upcoming events and the exciting season ahead.
For those interested in betting on these races, The Racing Post offers the best free bets, all in one place. Keep an eye on these promising trainers and jockeys as they continue to make their mark in the world of racing.
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