Chianti Classico provides a new twist in curious tale of historic silks

Chianti Classico won 3-3 over hurdles at Wincanton.

Chianti Classico won his third race in a row. He was trained by Lady Brooke, who used to train in Ireland. She used red and cream silks owned by Sir Francis Brooke. Lady Brooke died in the 1980s. David Bass wore the silky colours on ChiantI Classio. Chiani classio won the 2m5½f handicap hurdle by 24 lengths. Trainer Kim Bailey is unsure of his plans for the horse.

Harry Derham's horse Beyond Redemption won the 3m1f handicap chase at Wincanton. Derhams' grandfather Brian bet him £100 that the horse would win. The horse won easily by seven lengths. Derhrams was assistant to Paul Nicholls at the track.

Matt Sheppard saddled his first winner since October with Not Available in the 1m7½f handicap chase.