Fontwell Horse Racing Preview & Tips — 3 October 2026

Welcome to our comprehensive guide for Fontwell racing today. As the West Sussex course hosts an exciting seven-race card on turf, the going is currently reported as Good. This Fontwell preview provides the essential data, expert analysis, and Fontwell tips you need to navigate the meeting with confidence.

Meeting Statistics

A total of 52 horses are set to line up across seven competitive races, with a combined prize fund of £30,960 on offer.

Total races: 7
Total prize money: £30,960
Average field size: 7.4 runners
Longest race: Download The At The Races App Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Chase (26.0f)
Shortest race: Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Handicap Hurdle (17.5f)
Highest-rated horse: Move With The Beat (117)
Youngest horse: Royal Sapphire (3)
Oldest horse: Midnight Jewel (10)
Number of debutants: 4
Combined official ratings: 3,163

Big Money Races

The headline action is headlined by two Class 4 contests, both carrying a prize purse of £5,446. The Free Tips On attheraces.com Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race) (17.5f) features a strong field of 11, with Down To Business (OFR 114) standing out as the clear class act. Simultaneously, the Attheraces.com/marketmovers Juvenile Hurdle (gbb Race) (17.5f) sees Salkadan (OFR 108) looking to cement his position as a leading contender. Finally, the Free Bets On Attheraces.com Handicap Chase (19.5f) offers £5,281 in prize money, featuring the day’s highest-rated runner, Move With The Beat.

Forecast / Trifecta

For the largest field of the day in the Free Tips On attheraces.com Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race), our recommended forecast/trifecta combination features the following top-rated entries: Down To Business, Eben Zaabeel, and Jaycee Reidy.

Expected Jockey Performance

Punters should keep a close eye on Sean Bowen, Harry Skelton, and Bradley Harris(3), who are expected to perform well given their multiple bookings and strong mounts. Conversely, Toby McCain-Mitchell(3) and Ciaran O'Shea(3) may find the going tougher based on their current book of rides.

Expected Trainer Performance

Several trainers are represented by a strong hand today, significantly increasing their chances of landing a winner. Neil Mulholland and Gary & Josh Moore both field four runners across the card. Chris Gordon and Martin Keighley each saddle three runners, while Dan Skelton, Richard Bandey, Syd Hosie, and Daisy Hitchins provide dual-pronged attacks in their respective races.

Course Specialists

The track at Fontwell favours those with previous experience. Leading trainers at the course include Anthony Honeyball (38 wins) and Gary Moore (38 wins), while Gavin Sheehan (29 wins) leads the way in the weighing room. Today's card features several previous course winners, including Of Corse I Can, Royal Sapphire, Salkadan, Midnight Jewel, A Little Something, Majestic Moment, Aggagio, and No Mean Feat.

Key Trainers, Jockeys & Owners

The busiest trainers at the meeting are Neil Mulholland and Gary & Josh Moore. The leading jockeys in action include Sean Bowen and Caoilin Quinn. Notable owners with runners today include Willy Twiston Davies, Roderick Chelton, Jane Nuala Cartwright, Neil Tucker Partners, and Edward Ware.

For the full list of runners, riders, and the latest market moves, head over to the full racecard.