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2025 Foxhunters Chase Preview
The Foxhunters Chase is one of three races during the Grand National meeting at the Aintree racecourse which is run over the national fences, the Grand National and the Topham Chase being the other two.
The race is open to runners who are at least six and is run over a trip of two miles and five furlongs in which only amateur jockeys are eligible to ride.
Foxhunters Chase Information:
In April, the only thing racing fans are interested in is the Grand National tips from the OLBG expert racing tipsters, which of the forty runners are they predicting to win the showcase race at Aintree? We cover every race at the Aintree Grand National Meeting and below you can find links to all of the races for each of Thursday, Friday & Saturday.
How competitive is the Foxhunters Chase market? When looking at the over-rounds for the last 20 renewals, the most competitive market was in 2010 when the race had an over-round of 124%. The race in 2019 was a race that was most in the bookie's favour with an over-round of 139%, whilst on average over the last 20 renewals of the Foxhunters Chase, the over-round has been 130%, which means the bookie expects to pay out £100 for every £130 which is bet.
Foxhunters Chase Trends:
Looking at the future form, is the winner worth following next time out? From the past 20 if you had followed the winner of the Foxhunters Chase next time out then you would have backed a total of 4 winners. Backing all 19 runners who have been out since to win at SP next time out, would have returned an LSP of -7.61. Before placing your bet on the 2025 Foxhunters Chase see which other runners today are being backed on the racing predictions page.
The runner that holds the record over the past 20 renewals for the slowest time in the race was set in the 2024 renewal when Its On The Line from Emmet Mullins under the guidance of Mr Derek O'Connor, won in a time of 5:51.97, whilst at the other end of the spectrum, On The Fringe, trained by E Bolger and ridden by Ms N Carberry set the quickest time of 5:24.40 in the 2015 renewal.
These are the top three quickest-run Foxhunters Chase over the last 20 renewals:
- On The Fringe (5:24.40) in 2015
- Warne (5:29.40) in 2014
- Trust Fund (5:30.50) in 2009
What the expert says...
As you would expect, the Foxhunters at Cheltenham is a good prep run for this, eight of the last thirteen winners came from that race including the last winner which was It's On The Line who was runner-up at Cheltenham before winning this.Foxhunters Chase Past Winners
Here are the Foxhunters Chase past winners for the last 10 renewals. Each row details the year of the race, the horse which won along with the age & weight of the horse. The trainer of the horse at the time of winning the Foxhunters Chase as well as the jockey is also displayed along with the starting price the horse was sent off.
| Year | Horse | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 5:51.97 | Its On The Line (IRE) 7yo 12-0 3/1F | Mr Derek O'Connor Emmet Mullins (IRE) |
| 2023 5:34.68 | Famous Clermont (FR) 8yo 12-0 9/2 | Mr William Biddick C R Barber (GB) |
| 2022 5:38.62 | Latenightpass (GB) 9yo 12-0 7/2 | Miss Gina Andrews T Ellis (GB) |
| 2021 5:39.57 | Cousin Pascal (FR) 9yo 12-0 66/1 | Mr James King J J O'Shea (GB) |
| 2019 5:45.70 | Top Wood (FR) 12yo 12-0 14/1 | Tabitha Worsley Kelly Morgan (GB) |
| 2018 5:49.00 | Balnaslow (IRE) 11yo 12-0 11/2 | Mr Derek O'Connor Graham John McKeever (IRE) |
| 2017 5:32.10 | Dineur (FR) 11yo 12-0 16/1 | Mr James King Mickey Bowen (GB) |
| 2016 5:48.00 | On The Fringe (IRE) 11yo 12-0 15/8F | Mr J J Codd E Bolger (IRE) |
| 2015 5:24.40 | On The Fringe (IRE) 10yo 12-0 5/2F | Ms N Carberry E Bolger (IRE) |
| 2014 5:29.40 | Warne (IRE) 10yo 12-0 7/2 | Mr Sam Waley-Cohen B R Hamilton (IRE) |
Where have the winning runners come from?
Here are the countries where the winning trainers of the Foxhunters Chase have been based:
- GB: 15 winners with an additional 28 placings from 402 runners
- IRE: 5 winners with an additional 12 placings from 92 runners
Foxhunters Chase Trainer Statistics
There are two leading trainers in the Foxhunters Chase over the last 20 renewals with both E Bolger and Robert Waley-Cohen who have both won the race two times. E Bolger winners have been with On The Fringe (2015 & 2016). Robert Waley-Cohen winners have been with Katarino (2005 & 2006). There is one trainer who has not had the best of times in the Foxhunters Chase, Paul Nicholls has sent a total of 24 runners to the race without recording any wins.
Here are some of the top Foxhunters Chase trainer statistics over the last 20 renewals (R = Runners, W = Winners, P = Places including winners, Win LSP is based on 1pt Win and EW LSP is based on 0.5pt Win & 0.5pt Place):
| Trainer | R-W-P | Win | EW |
|---|---|---|---|
| E Bolger | 6-2-3 | +0.38 | -1.31 |
| Robert Waley-Cohen | 5-2-4 | +5.83 | +2.42 |
| J J O'Shea | 10-1-1 | +57.00 | +24.00 |
| Mickey Bowen | 7-1-2 | +10.00 | +2.50 |
| Dr Richard Newland | 6-1-1 | +45.00 | +20.00 |
| Donald McCain | 4-1-1 | +1.00 | -1.00 |
| Nigel Twiston-Davies | 4-1-1 | +0.00 | -1.50 |
| Stuart Coltherd | 3-1-2 | +98.00 | +48.50 |
| Nicky Henderson | 3-1-1 | +2.50 | +0.25 |
| T Ellis | 3-1-2 | +1.50 | +0.25 |
Foxhunters Chase Jockey Statistics
There are two leading jockeys in the Foxhunters Chase over the last 20 renewals with both Mr Derek O'Connor and Mr James King who have both won the race two times. Mr Derek O'Connor's winners have been Balnaslow (2018) and Its On The Line (2024). Mr James King's winners have been with Dineur (2017) and Cousin Pascal (2021).
Here are some of the top Foxhunters Chase jockey statistics over the last 20 renewals (R = Runners, W = Winners, P = Places including winners, Win LSP is based on 1pt Win and EW LSP is based on 0.5pt Win & 0.5pt Place):
| Jockey | R-W-P | Win | EW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Derek O'Connor | 10-2-5 | +0.50 | -2.25 |
| Mr James King | 8-2-3 | +76.00 | +35.50 |
| Mr William Biddick | 13-1-3 | -7.50 | -8.75 |
| Miss Gina Andrews | 6-1-2 | -1.50 | -2.75 |
| Jamie Hamilton | 2-1-1 | +99.00 | +49.00 |
| Tabitha Worsley | 1-1-1 | +14.00 | +7.00 |
| Mr P W Mullins | 9-0-2 | -9.00 | -8.00 |
| Mr David Maxwell | 8-0-4 | -8.00 | -6.00 |
| Mr B O'Neill | 6-0-0 | -6.00 | -6.00 |
| Mr T Hamilton | 6-0-0 | -6.00 | -6.00 |
2025 Foxhunters Chase Trends
Favourites finishing positions (oldest to latest): (2, 3), 1, 4, F, 5, 13, UR, 1, (1, F), (8, F), 3, 1, 1, PU, F, 5, 5, PU, 8, 1
The percentage shown is the percentage of the total number of runners who fell under that factor. High percentages are less appealing than lower ones as you would expect them to do well.
- 20 / 20 (61%) - Held an OR of 118+ (Last 3)
- 20 / 20 (74%) - Achieved an RPR of 115+ (Last Win)
- 20 / 20 (78%) - Achieved a TS of 93+ (Non-Hcps)
- 20 / 20 (78%) - Achieved an RPR of 122+ (Career)
- 20 / 20 (78%) - Not in a G2/LST/Cl3-4 (LTO)
- 20 / 20 (79%) - Made 3 - 24 starts (Further)
- 20 / 20 (81%) - Achieved an RPR of 107+ (Last 3)
- 20 / 20 (82%) - Made 3 - 25 starts (Chase)
- 20 / 20 (83%) - Achieved a TS of 102+ (Career)
- 20 / 20 (83%) - Carried 153 - 172lbs (Last Win)
- 20 / 20 (84%) - Beaten no more -33l (LTO)
- 20 / 20 (85%) - Furthest Won 2m4f - 3m5f
- 20 / 20 (86%) - Had 3 - 19 placings (Career)
- 19 / 20 (89%) - No bigger than 25/1 (Career Win)
- 18 / 20 (76%) - No bigger than 66/1 (Career)
Remember to use the trends listed above along with the Aintree racing predictions to see if you can find the winner of the Foxhunters Chase. Did you know that we have an OLBG Betting School section on OLBG? It is a place to help you improve your betting experience with articles like How to Find Winners - 101 Tips to Choose A Winning Horse Racing Bet.
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Foxhunters Chase Trend Analysis
The trend factor which had produced 10+ winners and shows the best LSP, an LSP of +165.38 is when runners had 1 place in the past 30 days. The worst performing factor that has failed to produce a single winner is when runners ran in a race restricted to 4yo+ on debut, when backing these the trend shows a record of 0-69.
The course which has produced the most winners of the Foxhunters Chase is Cheltenham, there has been a total number of 9 winners of this race who ran at Cheltenham last time out. The next best course which has produced the second most winners is Aintree, there has been a total number of 3 winners of this race who ran at Aintree last time out.
The race is open to both sexes with the Male runners having produced a total of 20 winners from a total of 491 runners whilst the Female runners have produced 0 winners from a total of 3 runners.
Looking over the past renewals, these are the stallions whose offspring have produced multiple winners of the Foxhunters Chase:
- Exit To Nowhere (2 Wins)
- Pistolet Bleu (2 Wins)
- Presenting (2 Wins)
These are the stallions whose offspring have not produced a winner of the Foxhunters Chase despite multiple attempts:
- Beneficial (0 Wins from 12 runners)
- Flemensfirth (0 Wins from 9 runners)
- Glacial Storm (0 Wins from 8 runners)
- Supreme Leader (0 Wins from 8 runners)
- Be My Native (0 Wins from 7 runners)
Looking at the winning odds over the last 20 renewals, the biggest-priced winner was Tartan Snow in 2013, winning for Stuart Coltherd at odds of 100/1 under the guidance of Jamie Hamilton. Looking at the runners at the head of the market over the last 20 renewals there have been 6 winning favourites in the race. Remember to use the best racing tipsters along with the information on this page to find you a bet on the 2025 Foxhunters Chase.
Schedule for Thursday at the Aintree Grand National Meeting
The three-day Grand National meeting kicks off on Thursday with four Grade 1 events on the seven-race card which features both the Aintree Hurdle and the Bowl Chase.
| Race | Last Winner | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 13:45 Aintree Manifesto Novices Chase | Il Etait Temps (FR) 6yo - 3/1 | W P Mullins Paul Townend |
| 14:20 Aintree Anniversary 4YO Juvenile Hurdle | Sir Gino (FR) 4yo - 11/10 | Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville |
| 14:55 Aintree Bowl Chase | Gerri Colombe (FR) 8yo - 9/4 | Gordon Elliott Jack Kennedy |
| 15:30 Aintree Aintree Hurdle | Impaire Et Passe (FR) 6yo - 1/1 | W P Mullins Paul Townend |
| 16:05 Aintree Foxhunters Chase | Its On The Line (IRE) 7yo - 3/1 | Emmet Mullins Mr Derek O'Connor |
| 16:40 Aintree Red Rum Handicap Chase | Sans Bruit (FR) 6yo - 5/1 | Paul Nicholls Bryony Frost |
| 17:15 Aintree Nickel Coin Mares Bumper | Diva Luna (IRE) 5yo - 13/2 | Ben Pauling Kielan Woods |
Schedule for Friday at the Aintree Grand National Meeting
Day 2 of the Grand National meeting is Ladies Day or Fabulous Friday, the highlights on the track being the Melling Chase plus there is the Topham Chase over the Grand National fences.
| Race | Last Winner | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 13:45 Aintree Mildmay Novices Chase | Inothewayurthinkin (IRE) 6yo - 6/4 | Gavin Cromwell Mark Walsh |
| 14:20 Aintree William Hill National Festival Handicap Hurdle | Kateira (GB) 7yo - 5/1 | Dan Skelton Harry Skelton |
| 14:55 Aintree Top Novices Hurdle | Mystical Power (IRE) 5yo - 11/10 | W P Mullins Mark Walsh |
| 15:30 Aintree Melling Chase | Jonbon (FR) 8yo - 11/10 | Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville |
| 16:05 Aintree Topham Chase | Arizona Cardinal (GB) 8yo - 20/1 | Stuart Edmunds Ciaran Gethings |
| 16:40 Aintree Sefton Novices Hurdle | Dancing City (FR) 7yo - 4/1 | W P Mullins Paul Townend |
| 17:15 Aintree Alder Hey Handicap Hurdle | El Jefe (IRE) 7yo - 40/1 | Andrew Hamilton Ben Smith |
Schedule for Saturday at the Aintree Grand National Meeting
The Grand National is obviously the showpiece of the Aintree meeting and day 3 also includes three Grade 1 events, the feature of those being the Liverpool Hurdle.
| Race | Last Winner | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 13:20 Aintree Bridle Road Handicap Hurdle | Gwennie May Boy (IRE) 6yo - 9/2 | Dan Skelton Charlie Todd |
| 13:55 Aintree Mersey Novices Hurdle | Brighterdaysahead (FR) 5yo - 6/5 | Gordon Elliott Jack Kennedy |
| 14:30 Aintree William Hill National Festival Handicap Chase | Cruz Control (FR) 7yo - 9/1 | Tom Lacey Stan Sheppard |
| 15:05 Aintree Liverpool Hurdle | Strong Leader (GB) 7yo - 8/1 | Olly Murphy Sean Bowen |
| 16:00 Aintree Grand National | I Am Maximus (FR) 8yo - 7/1 | W P Mullins Paul Townend |
| 17:00 Aintree Maghull Novices Chase | Found A Fifty (IRE) 7yo - 11/8 | Gordon Elliott Jack Kennedy |
| 17:35 Aintree Champion Standard Open NH Flat Race | Horaces Pearl (FR) 6yo - 14/1 | Fergal O'Brien Connor Brace |
Article Contributor Information
We are blessed with an excellent team of specialists and experts at OLBG. Contributing to creating and maintaining this Foxhunters Chase Preview are at hand, Andy and Darren. They both work on the Horse racing tips team team looking after the tipsters and managing the tips settlement, whilst also creating and managing all of the horse racing event previews for National Hunt Racing.
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