Dive into Jonbon’s horse racing profile, from his most famous and prominent successes to owner, trainer and what’s next for this top-class two-mile chaser.
Jonbon’s record exemplifies his relentless consistency and class. He’s among the standout two-mile chasers in modern National Hunt racing, with 10 Grade 1 victories making him a genuine fan favourite. Impressively, going into the 2025 National Hunt season, he has never finished outside the first two dating back to his debut in 2021. He is a top-class runner, especially across 2 miles.
What is Jonbon’s race record?
Jonbon is about as consistent as they come with a 72 per cent win rate, and his best seasons seeing him dominate the big chases, showcasing his speed and unshakeable temperament. His sustained success really took off in the 2023–2024 season, which stands out as his peak: multiple Grade 1 wins, and a horse you can almost always count on to run his race unphased.
What are Jonbon’s major wins?
Jonbon has built a reputation as one of the top two-mile chasers in National Hunt racing, and his record at the biggest events speaks for itself. He’s consistently competed at the highest level, often against the very best in the sport, and has a string of impressive victories to his name.
Cheltenham Festival
While Jonbon has yet to claim a Festival win, he has been highly competitive at Cheltenham, coming close and finishing second in top races:
Queen Mother Champion Chase: Ran well against elite two-mile chasers, highlighting his class and consistency.
Supreme Novices’ Hurdle: Early in his career, he showed promise by running well in one of the Festival’s most prestigious races.
His performances at Cheltenham have made him a horse to watch for the 2026 edition…
Other events
Outside Cheltenham, Jonbon has enjoyed substantial success:
Tingle Creek Chase (Sandown): Won multiple times, including December 2024, showing his dominance across elite two-mile chases and tough going.
Shloer Chase (Cheltenham): Won November 2024, showcasing himself again at top-level competition.
Clarence House Chase (Ascot): Won January 2025, demonstrating his ability to perform at the highest level.
Melling Chase (Aintree): Won April 2025, reinforcing his status as a top-class two-mile chaser
Across these events, what makes Jonbon so exceptional isn’t just his speed or jumping — it’s his remarkable consistency, his ability to handle pressure, and his fearless, unshakeable temperament in big races.
What is Jonbon’s next horse race?
Looking ahead, Jonbon’s campaign has some very interesting targets lined up — though, of course, nothing is set in stone yet.
Cheltenham Festival – Queen Mother Champion Chase: Jonbon is expected to return to Cheltenham for the Champion Chase, where he remains one of the leading contenders.
Melling Chase (Aintree): After his Cheltenham run, Nicky Henderson has indicated that Jonbon is likely to head to Aintree to defend or contest the Melling Chase (2m 4f).
Celebration Chase (Sandown): Jonbon is also being entered in the Celebration Chase at Sandown, with Mark Walsh confirmed to ride in place of Nico de Boinville.
Who owns Jonbon?
Jonbon is owned by JP McManus, one of the most influential and recognisable owners in National Hunt racing. Known for his famous green-and-gold silks, McManus has a history of backing elite jumpers, and Jonbon is among his stable standouts.
Who is Jonbon’s trainer?
Jonbon is trained by Nicky Henderson, one of the most successful figures in National Hunt racing. Based at the now-famed Seven Barrows yard, Henderson has produced countless Cheltenham Festival stars, and Jonbon is very much in keeping with that high standard. Although he’s yet to reach the heights of some of his other horses, he’s one of his best prospects.
Henderson’s track record speaks for itself, and you can explore more about his Festival success in our article covering the most successful Cheltenham trainers.
How to bet on Jonbon this season?
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