CAPTAIN IVAN

Brown horse standing in a stable with white brick walls and dark paneling.
Horse race finish with jockey on horse number 2 in blue and yellow checkered silks, crossing the finish line first, surrounded by spectators taking photos.

🐎 Horse Profile: Captain Ivan (IRE)

  • Age: 11 (Foaled June 13, 2014)

  • Color: Chestnut

  • Sex: Gelding

  • Trainer: Ewan Whillans

  • Owner: Racing On Together Club

  • Sire: Stowaway (IRE)

  • Dam: Western Starlight (IRE), by Shahanndeh (IRE)

📊 Career Summary

Captain Ivan is a seasoned National Hunt performer with a career spanning several years. He has demonstrated consistency and resilience, particularly in handicap chases.​

  • Total Starts: 28

  • Wins: 7

🏁 Recent Performances

  • June 17, 2025 - Finished 5th of 6 in a Class 4 Handicap Chase at Stratford (2m 6.5f, Good) Starting at 11/1

  • May 26, 2025 - Finished 3rd of 6 in a Class 3 Handicap chase at Cartmel (2m 5f, Good to Soft) Starting at 4/1

  • April 19, 2025 – Winner of a Class 4 handicap chase at Haydock (2m 3f 203y, Good), starting at 10/3.​

  • March 23, 2025 – Finished 2nd of 10 in a Class 2 handicap chase at Carlisle (1m 7f 207y, Good to Soft), beaten by 5 lengths. Starting price: 9/1.​

🌟 Career Highlights

  • April 19, 2025 – Winner of a Class 4 handicap chase at Haydock, marking a significant achievement in his career.

  • March 23, 2025 – Finished 2nd of 10 in a Class 2 handicap chase at Carlisle, showcasing his competitiveness at higher levels.

Captain Ivan has shown commendable consistency throughout his career, with notable performances in both Class 4 and Class 2 handicap chases. His recent victory at Haydock highlights his enduring ability to compete at a high level.