Denis Coakley's latest news...
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Hoornblower sets a better sail at Kempton
28 September 2023
On Tuesday Hoornblower was entered for the Ben Woollacott Memorial Handicap at Kempton Park, a very competitive mile event. Drawn wide out, jockey Rob Hornby was obliged to take him back after the break, with the prime objective of getting him some cover and to settle into his race as he has been much too keen in the past. This he did very well, but it meant that with a stiff gallop from the leaders throughout he was some way back entering the straight. Rob did manage to get him into top gear in the final quarter mile, however, and this time he finished off his race strongly to be beaten under five lengths back in sixth place. This augurs well for him building for the future and showing some more of his true ability on course next time out.
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Bobby Kennedy back in the places with a fine run
24 September 2023
Denis and all the Coakleys were delighted with the Kempton race - a great run from Bobby Kennedy and a great ride from Oisin Murphy. They just met one too good in the race, with Stuart Kittow's charge proving to be a very well handicapped horse after a lightly raced profile. He was able to get first run on the field, and Bobby Kennedy had to settle for second this time, after easing through the pack from midfield and finishing his race strongly. This confirmed that Bobby retains his racing ability and he surely has every chance of a win next time out.
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Too much water for Waterloo Sunset and My Ambition squeezed out of the places
17 September 2023
Last Tuesday the rain didn't stop falling all morning at Leicester, so that by the time of the race for Waterloo Sunset the ground had become very soft. The Adaay gelding just couldn't quicken up out of this going and finished only fourth this time. A return to Lingfield is likely on the cards now, where has run so well in the past. At Bath on Wednesday My Ambition ran another very good race, breaking and settling well for Charlie Bishop, who was pleased with the way in which he travelled, with very good rhythm tracking the race leaders with Joe Fanning setting the fractions. He was still in a very prominent position and going well at the distance, looking to be set for the frame just a length or so back, but he then got stopped in his run in the closing stages by rivals from both sides squeezing him up. This left him pushed back to seventh place in a blanket finish, where he was still beaten under three lengths by the same winner as the last day for the father-son trainer-jockey Loughnane pairing. He will be aimed at a couple more races this season, so it is hoped that he will be able to get his head back in front once again for the Harrow Racing Club and owner Barbara Coakley.
Welcome to Keeper’s Stables
Located on the Berkshire Downs in the famous racing village of West Ilsley, Keeper’s Stables is picturesque and tranquil racing yard with some of the finest and most famous gallops in the country, making it a fantastic place to have a horse in training. Pictured right is Miss Marjurie winning Group 3 Pinnacle Stakes at Haydock 30th May 2015
Find out more about the yard and Denis Coakley…
Denis Coakley – Racehorse Trainer
Irishman Denis was born into racing, working with leading trainers around the world and he was a successful professional jockey before commencing his training career in 1999.
See our race entries and recent results…
A day with West Ilsley trainer Denis Coakley’ by Robin Oakley, The Spectator July 2014
Racehorse Ownership
Trainer Denis Coakley runs a small team with big ambitions, maximising the potential of each horse in the yard.
Find out more about racehorse ownership with Denis Coakley.
See “Horses for Sale“ page for current available shares.
There is an Owners’ Party held in October - If you are interested in racehorse ownership please contact us for an invitation. This year the yard will be taking part in the National Racehorse Week, opening the stables on Sunday 12th September 2021, from 12 noon until 3pm. This is an opportunity to wander around the yard and chat to Denis and others caring for the horses at Keeper’s Stables
Denis, Barbara and Charlie Coakley pictured here at the yard. Denis Coakley Racing is very much a family business.
Statistics……
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Contact us
Telephone:
01635 281622
Fax:
01635 281624
Mobile:
07768 658056
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Keeper’s Stables
West Ilsley
Newbury
Berkshire
RG20 7AH
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