Is Lingfield a Polytrack?

Is Lingfield a Polytrack?

Lingfield is best known as a winter all-weather flat-racing course; the track is Polytrack, rather than the usual turf found in the UK. There are only five other all-weather courses in the UK, the others being at Southwell, Kempton, Wolverhampton, Newcastle, and Chelmsford City (formerly Great Leighs Racecourse).

Is Lingfield an aw?

Lingfield is a unique racecourse, as the only racecourse in the UK to stage Flat racing and National Hunt (Jumps) racing on the turf, and Flat racing during the Winter months on the All-Weather (AW) course inside the turf course, making it a popular venue all year round with around 80 fixtures to attend.

Who is leading trainer at Lingfield?

BEST TRAINERS AT LINGFIELD PARK

What won the 305 at Lingfield?

United Nations wins at Lingfield as O’Brien’s Derby trial run goes on.

What surface is Lingfield?

Polytrack
The surface at Lingfield is Polytrack, which has been around a bit longer than others. It offers almost no kickback and the surface regains its shape relatively soon after it has been run on. Lingfield is the most undulating of all the courses, with a left-handed triangular track which is approximately 1m 2f around.

Is there a draw bias at Lingfield?

On the round course there is no draw bias. Middle to low draws have a slight advantage over 5/6f but it is not particularly significant. Over 7f very low draws have statistically been at a slight disadvantage.

Can I wear trainers to Lingfield races?

Smart casual wear including smart jeans, chino or tailored shorts and trainers are allowed, but please adhere to the rules about clothing not permitted on site.

Is Lingfield a left handed track?

Lingfield’s left-handed all-weather track is laid out inside the turf track and, measuring just less than a mile and a quarter round, is essentially sharp in nature.

What won the 330 at Lingfield?

PIZZICATO prevailed in a thrilling finish to win the 3.40 at Lingfield. The French challenger loomed up ominously on the outside in the home straight but was made to battle to get past the tough Deputise.

What won the 3 o’clock at Lingfield?

KACHY blew his rivals away to win the 3.05 at Lingfield. The scarily quick speedster bounced out of the stalls and never saw another rival as he bolted up.

What is the difference between Fibresand and Tapeta?

Unlike Polytrack and Tapeta, Fibresand produces a lot of kickback which some horses hate. Of course, you will have horses who love Southwell; but the majority of horses would prefer to race on the two other surfaces.

Is there a draw bias at Newcastle?

On the straight course high draws have a slight edge, while there is no bias over the round 1m. There is also now draw bias at longer distances on the round course.

Is there a draw bias at Ascot?

Traditionally on soft or heavy ground there used to be a very strong high draw bias on the straight courses, especially in big fields. However, since the course has reopened in 2006 there have been only a handful of races on such going and hence it is difficult to make any assumptions at this point.

What do ladies wear to Lingfield races?

We want you to thoroughly enjoy your day at Lingfield Park races, which is why across most of the racecourse there is no formal dress code enforced. We want you to be comfortable but most racegoers go for a smart casual outfit.

Who won the 3/20 at Lingfield?

Homeric
3:20 Lingfield – result *AMENDED* That handed first prize to Homeric despite being nowhere near the incident. The favourite was exceptionally lucky and one wouldn’t be surprised if connections think paddocks rather than the racecourse for her.

What makes Lingfield’s all-weather track unique?

ALL-WEATHER: Lingfield’s left-handed all-weather track is laid out inside the turf track and, measuring just less than a mile and a quarter round, is essentially sharp in nature. This, along with how the races often pan out ensures that stamina is rarely at a premium and strong-travelling types with a turn of foot are often favoured.

What is the length of the racecourse at Lingfield?

Lingfield’s surface is polytrack. FLAT: Left handed. Round course is about a mile and a half in length, which intersects the straight, of seven furlongs and one hundred and forty yards, nearly half a mile out.

What is the surface at Lingfield?

At shorter trips, prominent racers tend to outperform those ridden more patiently, though there seems little advantage over further. Lingfield’s surface is polytrack. FLAT: Left handed. Round course is about a mile and a half in length, which intersects the straight, of seven furlongs and one hundred and forty yards, nearly half a mile out.