Sweet Caryline, a horse named after her favorite song, brought joy to her brother Joe Tizzard and owner John Romans on a memorable day at the local track. The mare's name is a tribute to the wild celebrations after her predecessor, Elegant Escape, won the 2018 Welsh Grand National. This particular race at Chepstow has been held in memory of Kim Gingell, who passed away from cancer in May 2020 at the age of 43. Romans, a supporter of the Tizzard family, named his £50,000 purchase after that special moment. Despite initial hesitation, Sweet Caryline emerged victorious, outperforming Jubilee Alpha by a length. Romans shared a heartwarming story, recalling how he and Kim would sing 'Sweet Caroline' after winning races, and how they jumped on chairs after the Welsh National, with Kim leading the way. He expressed his belief that Kim is still watching over them, proud of her horse's achievements. The seven-year-old's success continued with a third win in a row, scoring at Class 5 level at Newton Abbot and the Welsh Racing Festival at Chepstow. Tizzard praised the horse's performance, noting a significant improvement in grade. The Tizzard stable's success was further solidified with No Way Jay, owned by Kim's son Freddie Gingell, winning the bumper. Paul Nicholls, a trainer, dominated the day with three winners, including a Grade 2 double with Blueking D'Oroux and Rubaud. Despite some challenges, Nicholls' team demonstrated resilience, with Rubaud securing a neck victory in the BetMGM Elite Hurdle, and Blueking D'Oroux showcasing a strong performance in the Boodles Rising Stars Novices' Chase. Nicholls expressed satisfaction with the horses' jumping abilities and their ability to perform under pressure.
