“Skelton is hoping to break Martin Pipe’s historic record for all-time British jump wins in a season,” said a spokesperson for Dan Skelton. The trainer achieved 194 wins across 1,023 runs during the 2025/26 campaign.
Skelton won the British Jump Trainers’ Championship after a record-breaking season. He became the first trainer to send out a winner at all 41 National Hunt tracks in one year.
As of midday, Skelton has surpassed the £5 million mark in prize money. He aims to exceed Martin Pipe’s record of 243 wins in the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Aidan O’Brien looks to land the Epsom Derby for a fourth year in a row. He has won this prestigious race a record eleven times. The next Epsom Derby is scheduled for June 6, 2026.
In another development, a jockey was banned and a trainer fined £3,000. This occurred after Annual Invitation was suspended from running for 40 days due to riding concerns.
The ongoing competition among trainers highlights the intensity of horse racing betting and the stakes involved. Both Skelton and O’Brien are setting their sights high as they prepare for their respective challenges this season.
With both trainers aiming for historic achievements, fans eagerly anticipate how these narratives will unfold on the race tracks. The pressure mounts as each race draws closer.