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Super Sean Bowen Eyes Champion Title and Scottish Festival Glory
Sean Bowen is on the brink of realising a childhood dream. With just a handful of meetings remaining in the jumps season, the 27-year-old rider is poised to be crowned Champion Jockey—a title that would see him join the elite ranks of greats like Sir AP McCoy.
Dominance
Bowen’s dominance this season has been clear, and as the Coral Scottish Grand National Festival approaches, his lead in the jockeys’ championship is nearly unassailable. With success at Ayr and the upcoming Perth Festival, he could all but seal the deal.
“You always dream of being champion jockey as a kid,” said Bowen. “To be in this position now is something special. It looks like it’s going to happen, and I couldn’t be more proud.”
Racing History
Remarkably, Bowen’s focus has never been on the money. The new £500,000 prize for winning the title isn’t earmarked for a new car or even the summer wedding he’s planning with fiancée Harriett. Instead, for him, it’s about etching his name into racing history—a permanent reminder of the hard miles and dedication that got him here.
And there have certainly been miles. Bowen clocks around 75,000 motorway miles a year chasing winners across Britain, showcasing a relentless work ethic that’s now bearing fruit. His consistency, commitment, and sheer drive have made him the standout jockey of the season.
Big Winner
Looking ahead to Ayr this weekend, Bowen has a strong book of rides and has singled out one he believes could be his best chance of landing a big winner at the Scottish Grand National Festival.
While he didn’t give everything away, Bowen hinted that the horse is “in top form, goes well at the track, and should love the ground.” It’s a tantalising tease for punters eager to back the champion-elect.
With the Scottish Grand National set to deliver another epic staying battle and Bowen ready to cement his place in the record books, this year’s Ayr showcase could be unforgettable—for both the crowd and the man of the moment.
Whether or not he rides the big-race winner on Saturday, Sean Bowen’s crowning as Champion Jockey will mark a milestone in one of the most promising careers in modern jump racing.
