Jeremy Clarkson has notched his first victory as a racehorse owner after The Hawkstonian triumphed at Ffos Las on Friday. The former Top Gear presenter fronts the syndicate that owns the grey gelding, named after the Hawkstone Brewery which uses ingredients from Clarkson's Farm.
Trained by Ben Pauling and managed by Old Gold Racing, The Hawkstonian made his debut in November 2024 and had three previous runs before finally breaking his maiden. Ridden by Ben Jones, the 15-2 shot led from three hurdles out and held off Emerald Breeze to win by three-quarters of a length in the 2m novices' hurdle.
Clarkson was absent from the west Wales track but took to X to share footage of the race, writing: 'Hawkstonians. I’m receiving word that our horse triumphed today at the Blue Ditch course in Wales. I’m going to celebrate with a beer.'
Ed Seyfried, CEO of Old Gold Racing, said: 'Standing in the wet and the mud at Ffos Las was all worth it in the end! Seeing The Hawkstonian get his first win is great for Jeremy and the shareholders and we look forward to more fun days ahead.'
The syndicate sold 3,250 shares at £60 each, and a large group of members were present to celebrate the victory.
