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Jockey Sean Bowen is kissed by trainer Rebecca Curtis as they celebrate after their horse Haiti Couleurs won the Irish Grand National.

Wales’ Best Horse Ignites Dreams of Gold Cup and Grand National Double

Welsh trainer Rebecca Curtis tells DragonSport’s James Stevens all about Grand National favourite Haiti Couleurs, stabled at her base in Pembrokeshire.

James Stevens | Sep 18, 2025
Champion Jockey Sean Bowen. Pic. Alamy

Champion Jockey Nears Milestone As A Chance To Join The Greats Becomes More Likely

Welsh connections remain busy through a scorching week on the track. The Racing Post's James Stevens has the latest news...

James Stevens | Jul 01, 2025
James Bowen won on Lulamba. Pic: Alamy

Bowen Brothers Star At Punchestown And Achievements Have Even Got Politicians Talking

The eyes of the jumps world were on Ireland this week, but leading Welsh jockeys still had their say. The Racing Post's James Stevens on the weekend's action.

James Stevens | May 06, 2025
Sean Bowen after riding Haiti Couleurs to victory in the Irish Grand National Pic: Alamy

Sean Bowen

contributor | Apr 25, 2025
Welsh jockey James Bowen. Pic: Alamy

What Happens When A Top Welsh Jockey Is About To Fall? Another Welshman Keeps Him Up, Of Course!

It was not to be in the Grand National itself, but leading Welsh jockeys and trainers were in the headlines - partly thanks to one incredible Aintree moment as The Racing Post's James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Apr 08, 2025
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Sean Bowen Has Grand National Glory on His Mind . . . With Support From Chepstow

It’s the biggest profile horse race of the year as Aintree hosts the Grand National, with two Welsh brothers taking centre stage and fans also watching from Chepstow.

Graham Thomas | Apr 05, 2025
Jockey Sean Bowen. Pic: Alamy

Sean Bowen Earns Chance To Add Grand National Glory To His Incredible Season

Sean Bowen is racing away with the champion jockeys’ championship but now the Welsh star also has a chance to grab the spotlight at Aintree this weekend, as James Stevens reports.

James Stevens | Apr 03, 2025
Jockey Sean Bowen

Century Mark Reached For Sean Bowen As He Powers Towards Jump Jockeys’ Title

Sean Bowen secured his 100th win of the season on board Dominic’s Fault at Lingfield on Monday – and is confident he can further strengthen his position at the top of the Jump Jockeys’ Championship. The Championship runs from 4th May 2024 to 26th April 2025 and is based on the amount of winners jockeys ride over the course of the season.

David Williams | Dec 10, 2024
Glamorgan's celebrate winning. Pic: PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo/Mike Egerton

Welsh Jump Jockeys Derby Returns to Chepstow As Part Of Unibet Jump Season Opener

Wales’ leading jump jockeys will put their pride on the line this weekend as they help start the Welsh jump season with a charity ride that already appears an institution. The likes of Sean and James Bowen, Connor Brace, Ben Jones, Jack Tudor and Alan Johns will feature in the Welsh Jump Jockeys Derby – the first race of the Unibet Jump Season Opener at Chepstow on Friday October 11.

David Williams | Oct 11, 2024
Jockey Sean Bowen

Welsh Jockey Sean Bowen Will Chase All The Way To The Winning Post

Welsh jockey Sean Bowen is determined to take his quest to become champion jockey right to the final furlong – and hopes Ffos Las Racecourse plays a part. Bowen – who hails from Pembrokeshire – would love nothing better than to bag a few winners at Ffos Las on Easter Sunday, March 31.

Graham Thomas | Mar 28, 2024
Full Stands at Ffos Las on race day Cr Gruffydd Thomas / Alamy

State Man Is The Main Man On Cheltenham Day One

Sean Bowen insists his chances of riding a winner in the big race on the opening day of the Cheltenham Festival have improved – but admits he still expects State Man to win the Champion Hurdle. The Welsh jockey rides Not So Sleepy in Tuesday’s feature race, which has been denied its biggest draw card in the absent Constitution Hill, last year’s winner.

Graham Thomas | Mar 12, 2024
Ffos Las on race day Cr Gruffydd Thomas / Alamy

Bowen’s Back! . . . Super Sean Ready To Leave Rivals Behind Him In Hunt For Title

Sean Bowen returns to racing on Thursday, convinced he can still become the first Welsh rider to win the jump jockeys championship for 70 years. Bowen is back in the saddle at Huntingdon, having finally overcome a knee injury he suffered on Boxing Day.

Graham Thomas | Feb 08, 2024