Bragging rights to younger brother James in the battle of the Bowens

James Bowen: has made a seamless - and successful - transition from the amateur to professional ranks

James Bowen: conditional rode a double on his first visit to the courseCredit: Carl Evans

To say rising star James Bowen enjoyed his first visit to Ludlow is an understatement - particularly as he got one over big brother Sean.

In a snapshot of what will surely be a regular sight for years to come, the Bowen brothers fought out the closing stages of the 3m handicap chase, with the 16-year-old Stobart conditional jockeys' title leader coming out on top as Relentless Dreamer overhauled Marcilhac in the final yards.

"That's the first time on the track I've been involved in a finish with my brother," said James Bowen. "The last time was probably when I was about nine and we were riding our ponies."

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Andrew DietzReporter

Published on 20 December 2017inReports

Last updated 17:16, 20 December 2017

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