We have had 3 loose horses this week I think, thankfully none that I've been riding - they are very well and I think the feed may have to be cut back for a day or 2!
The going at Uttoxeter is Good and they have watered selective parts down the back. The Going Stick reading would not lead one to believe it is Good ground. Different courses produce different reading depending on the type of soil, length of grass and its root structure. What little experience I have of them I think they are pretty much a waste of time and the old fashion way with an honest COC (if they exist) is the best guide.
Tessa Blazey popped by this afternoon, Chiquilline will be coming back here to go Hunter Chasing, he is a horse we are all very fond of and it will be great to have him back. I am sure he'll win his races. Tess will do as much at home with him as possible and the aim is to bring him here before Christmas.
James Doyle has had a season never to forget on the flat and he's certainly a top class jockey who appears not to have the arrogance many flat jockeys have. Today I got a tip for one that he was riding - it got stuffed!
