26th July Update

Recent events within the racing syndicate industry, specifically Deva Racing, have highlighted just how important transparency, accountability and good governance are. Whilst every organisation is different, they remind us of the standards that owners should rightly expect. Whenever a syndicate attracts negative attention, it inevitably raises questions about how horses are managed, how members' interests are protected and how businesses are run. Whilst it's never appropriate to speculate on another organisation's circumstances, moments like these serve as a timely reminder of what owners should expect when choosing a syndicate.

At Surrey Racing, we've always believed that successful syndication is built on openness, clear communication and doing exactly what we say we'll do. Our members receive regular updates, transparent information, and honest conversations—whether the news is exciting or, as we have found this year, more challenging. Racing is unpredictable enough without uncertainty over the way a syndicate itself operates. Our philosophy has always been simple: treat every member as a valued owner, ensure funds are managed responsibly, communicate clearly and put the welfare of our horses first. Those principles aren't marketing slogans; they're simply the way we do things at Surrey Racing.

If anyone has questions about how Surrey Racing operates, we're always happy to explain our processes, governance, and commitment to providing a professional, transparent, and enjoyable ownership experience.

The injury woes continue, although thankfully nothing too serious. Surrey Lord threw his rider yesterday and decided to enjoy an unscheduled solo tour of the Lambourn gallops! Fortunately, his rider is fine. Unfortunately, Lord slipped on one of the gallops and sustained a deep cut to his withers, which required cleaning and stitching. He's now on antibiotics and anti-inflammatories and will enjoy ten days of enforced relaxation.

Hillsyde Hope hasn’t had any dramas yet, long may that continue!

Some of you may have seen Surrey Quest on the WhatsApp enjoying his new life outside of racing. He has been entered for his first show jumping competition at the Lambourn horse show, in the 90 cm class. Full details of the show are in the link, it’s a great day out and if you go along a chance to see Surrey Quest in action again.

https://www.horse-events.co.uk/horse-events/the-bedmax-lambourn-horse-show-2026-20260906/‍ ‍

Surrey Etoile went to the clinic for his blood platelets to be mixed and then had his first infiltration treatment. We’ve since found out that it’s 4 separate injections, given 10 days apart, so 30 days from the first one (last Monday) to the final one around August 19th. We will keep you posted as soon as we hear anything (positive or negative).

Surrey Moon made the long journey to Cornwall on Monday and has settled in at Jackie’s yard in Saltash. We're hopeful that Jackie and her vet can identify the cause of his inconsistency and, if there is something physical, put together a rehabilitation plan to get him back on track. We visited Tom yesterday, but he couldn’t shed any more light on what the problem could be.

Stablemate Surrey Bolt looks great, compact but with room to grow. He’s been doing some faster work which will continue throughout the summer and if all goes well, he could debut over 7-8 furlongs in September. Although there's stamina in his pedigree, physically he looks more like a sharper type than a middle-distance horse. His action also suggests he'll appreciate fast ground, so whilst your gardens are crying out for rain, Surrey Bolt certainly isn't!

Glorious Goodwood is upon us and as I mentioned last week – for a fun week in the tipping comp. please enter via this link.  https://forms.gle/m4zkTmnn2rJVYAmD8‍ ‍

Only £20 and a chance for your name up in lights.

Have a super week ahead

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