Although the recent heavy rain is far from welcome  from a personal perspective, it does at least mean that we are guaranteed soft ground for the start of 'proper' racing in October.

Cresswell Crusader's preparations are almost complete and he is expected to reappear for us sometime during the middle of this month over two and a half miles, almost certainly in a handicap hurdle. Royal Announcement will follow a couple of weeks later in a bumper, given his favoured soft ground.

It has been a frustrating year for us with a swathe of niggling injuries and setbacks. Although we are all too long in the tooth to be anything other than realistic, it certainly seems that we are finally beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel and we are looking forward to a return to action. Members have been incredibly patient throughout this period and Anthony is determined to reward their loyalty with some good runs this winter.

If anyone would like to join the club, please drop us a line at ajhoneyballracing@gmail.com for a copy of our brochure.