Huntingdon

Right-handed, flat and fast, Huntingdon is an oval circuit of around a mile and a half with easy, sweeping bends. Its level nature makes it one of the speedier jumps tracks, generally favouring athletic horses that travel strongly rather than slower, stamina-orientated types.

There are nine fences to a circuit and, while generally fair, several can prove tricky when approached at speed. Quick, efficient jumping is therefore a significant advantage, as horses that spend too much time in the air can rapidly lose their position. The former water jump was filled in during 2008 and replaced with an artificial surface.

Speed usually takes precedence over stamina at Huntingdon, and horses with Flat-racing pace can be particularly well suited to the course. Bigger, more traditional National Hunt types may find themselves vulnerable unless conditions become extremely testing. Overall, Huntingdon rewards speedy, fluent jumpers that travel comfortably and can maintain their momentum around its quick, uncomplicated circuit.