Cheltenham Racecourse played host to the exciting Charles Owen Racecourse Series final last weekend (22-23 October) where the young jockeys showcased their talents in the fast lane.
Sophie Smith, 15, raced clear in the 138cm and under contest to win by two furlongs on the appropriately-named roan mare, Push The Button.
In the hotly-contested 148cm and under final, Oakley Brown claimed the victory aboard the five-year-old pony White Water.
James Brown, the Leading Rider Awards winner, looked the one to beat but instead he could only manage a fourth place finish.
Charles Owen have sponsored the popular series since 2005 and each jockey lining up at Cheltenham received brand prizes such as a helmet and waterproof clothing.
Clarissa Daly, Chief Executive of the Pony Racing Authority is delighted with how the series is benefiting the young riders.
“We have been able to open up incredible opportunities for young people to develop new skills through pony racing that for many, will take them into the horse racing industry through a range of career paths,” she said.
For full results from the Charles Owen Racecourse Series 2016 click here.
