Glenville
🐎 Horse Profile: Glenville (IRE)
Foaled: 11 May 2020
Sex: Gelding
Colour: Bay
Sire: Getaway (GER)
Dam: Glenora Gale (IRE)
Owner: Distillery Racing Club
Trainer: Ewan Whillans
🏇 Racing Overview
Glenville is a five‑year‑old National Hunt horse who has run mainly over 2 mile hurdles since beginning his career. After starting in National Hunt Flat (bumper) races, he made the switch to hurdles where he has been competitive in Class 4 novice hurdles and handicap hurdle company.
Although yet to break his maiden over jumps, Glenville has shown promise by finishing close up in several races, including a notable second‑place finish in a Class 4 hurdle. He typically races over staying two‑mile trips and is learning with each run, suggesting further development is possible as he gains experience.
🧬 Pedigree Notes
By Getaway (GER), Glenville has a pedigree built for stamina and jumping ability, traits suited to National Hunt racing. His dam, Glenora Gale, adds depth to his staying influences, helping him handle extended trips and the physical demands of hurdle races.
This combination supports his aptitude for longer distances and provides the foundation for him to improve as he gains more experience in novice and handicap hurdle events.
🏠 In Training
Under Ewan Whillans, Glenville is being prepared with the aim of helping him find consistency over hurdles. Whillans has campaigned him mainly in Class 4 hurdle races, prioritising races that suit his current level while allowing him to build confidence and racecraft.
With each outing he has shown a bit more competitiveness, and connections are hopeful that continued development will help him translate that promise into stronger results as a staying hurdler.
🔎 Key Attributes
Preferred trip: ~2 miles
Ground preference: Versatile; has run on soft to good ground
Racing style: Often settles mid‑division before staying on
Profile: Developing staying hurdler gaining experience and showing potential