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Chepstow Skips Chase Races Due to Dry Weather
Chepstow's jumps opener avoids chase races after extreme summer drought.
In brief
Chepstow's jumps opener avoids chase races after extreme summer drought. Chepstow's Welsh Racing Festival will skip chase races this year due to insufficient rainfall and hard ground from a dry summer. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Chepstow Festival Dates
Chepstow hosts jumps races October 9-11, 2026.
No Chase Races This Year
Chepstow skips chase races due to dry ground.
Rainfall Shortfall
Only 43mm rain in September versus 63mm in late August.
Track Condition
Ground too hard for chase races after dry summer.
Racing Director Statement
Ben Cook says weather beat track preparation efforts.
Races Moved
Chase races move to Ffos Las and Worcester.
What it means
Chepstow's Welsh Racing Festival will skip chase races this year due to insufficient rainfall and hard ground from a dry summer.
