Revitalised Southfield Theatre scoops season's leading pointer crown

Southfield Theatre has been revitalised in the point-to-point sphereCredit: Edward Whitaker

The restorative powers of point-to-pointing are being amply demonstrated again this season by the success of horses who formerly raced under rules.

Leading the way is 14-year-old Southfield Theatre, a class act for Paul Nicholls before his form tailed off into figures of PP3P in the spring of 2018.

Transferred to Sara Bradstock as a fun ride for daughter Lily, Southfield Theatre has rediscovered his mojo and is the season's leading pointer by virtue of seven wins.

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Carl EvansPoint-to-point expert

Published on 21 April 2022inFeatures

Last updated 19:15, 21 April 2022

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