Venetia Williams targets a return to million-pound prize-money tallies at Aramstone Stables in Herefordshire following an off-season recruitment drive. The campaign comes after a difficult season that yielded just 15 winners and £563,604 in earnings, marking a sharp drop from four consecutive years above the seven-figure mark.
Aramstone Stables Prepares for Season Rebound
The yard enters the new term looking to recover ground lost during a challenging stretch. Last November marked the 30th anniversary of Williams sending out her first runner, but the milestone coincided with a difficult winter on the track. Despite the drop in overall winners, the stable still secured high-profile victories in the Charlie Hall and Peterborough Chases, alongside a win at the Cheltenham Festival.
Injuries and fixture losses cause yard downturn
Williams pointed to a combination of advancing ages among stable stars and winter fixture losses as primary factors behind the downturn. “Going into last season I knew it was going to be tough because several of our best horses were coming to the end of their careers,” she said. She added that the yard lacked its usual depth of first-season chasers and faced a series of stable setbacks, including injuries to Djelo, Zertakt, and Victtorino.
Common Inquiries About Aramstone Stables
How many winners did Venetia Williams train last season?
The Herefordshire stable ended last season with 15 winners and total prize-money of £563,604.
What were the major race wins for the yard during the tough campaign?
Despite the overall drop in numbers, the stable secured notable victories in the Charlie Hall Chase and the Peterborough Chase, as well as a win at the Cheltenham Festival.
Which horses missed time due to injuries at Aramstone Stables?
Williams experienced key setbacks last season due to injuries sustained by stable runners Djelo, Zertakt, and Victtorino.
Related reading