NELLIE BLUESKY

Nellie Bluesky is a 7-year-old brown mare, foaled on April 20, 2018. She is trained by Ewan Whillans and owned by Mr. A C Whillans. Her sire is Schiaparelli (GER), and her dam is Lady Bluesky, by Cloudings (IRE).

Career Overview:

Nellie Bluesky has primarily competed in hurdle races. Her record includes:

  • Total Starts: 6

  • Wins: 1

Notable Performances:

  • May 15, 2024: Secured her first victory in a Class 4 novice hurdle over 2 miles 4 furlongs at Perth, ridden by Craig Nichol.

  • December 8, 2024: Finished 5th out of 8 runners in a Class 3 novice hurdle at Kelso over 2 miles 4 furlongs, beaten by 31.25 lengths.

  • December 28, 2024: Placed 5th out of 11 runners in a Class 4 novice hurdle at Catterick over 1 mile 7 furlongs, with a margin of 27 lengths behind the winner.

Recent Form:

  • December 28, 2024: Finished 5th out of 11 runners in a Class 5 Mares’ novice hurdle at Catterick over 1 mile 7.5 furlongs

  • December 8 , 2024: Placed 5th out of 8 runners in a Class 3 Mares National hunt novies hurdle at Kelso over 2 miles 5 furlongs,

Pedigree Insights:

Nellie Bluesky’s sire, Schiaparelli (GER), is known for producing progeny with potential in National Hunt racing. Her dam, Lady Bluesky, adds to her pedigree with a lineage that includes Cloudings (IRE).