Nicky Richards Seeks to Extend Winning Streak at Hexham

Following a remarkable eight consecutive victories, Nicky Richards is set to send three horses to Hexham for Monday's National Hunt racing event. Jamesieconn, who has won three in a row, will be among Richards' entrants in the Mick Walsh Open Ditch Handicap Chase. The seven-year-old previously demonstrated a preference for the three-mile distance and good ground when winning at Carlisle, and despite being raised 5lbs to a mark of 100, may still pose a significant challenge under Danny McMenamin. Streamsforth Lad, who has placed in various events but is yet to secure a win, will also compete, potentially offering value given his current mark of 97. Meanwhile, Stuart Coltherd's Rightbackatyou will look to build on a recent strong performance over the course and distance. In the Anthony Woods Electrical Lightning Bolt Handicap Chase, Nicky Richards will enter Young Getaway, who will be making his chasing debut, and faces competition from That One, also making his first start over fences. Other notable entrants include Heads Or Harps and Choose A Copper, trained by Lucinda Russell and Michael Scudamore, respectively. Grant Wood, trained by Paul Midgley, will return to Gosforth Park, where he has enjoyed significant success, while Wicket Keeper and Paddy's Day will also be in action. The day's events will conclude with the Happy Retirement Maurice & Anne Barnes Handicap Hurdle, where Gardener is set to return after a recent win over the course and distance.