Saxon Kingdom

Saxon Kingdom is a 4-year-old gelding and already a winner, having shown plenty of ability during his time in Ireland with Tommy Dowling. A tough, genuine type, he looks just the sort to thrive under the new regime and should prove lots of fun through the winter all-weather bonus series.

Previously rated 70, he arrives very well-handicapped and open to significant improvement, particularly given that his former trainer operated at a 5-year strike rate of just 4%. With that in mind, there’s every reason to believe Saxon Kingdom can find the extra gear needed to win again soon. Proven on the all-weather, he’s sound, durable, and the sort of horse who can run regularly, a big asset to any ownership team targeting consistent excitement and good returns.

Based in Newmarket, James has quickly become one of Britain’s most dynamic dual-purpose trainers, renowned for improving horses that come from other yards. In little over two years, he has trained over 250 winners across both codes, including Gr.2 and Listed victories on the Flat and over Jumps. His team’s ability to rejuvenate and progress horses is already the stuff of legend, making Saxon Kingdom an exciting recruit for the season ahead.