Ski Lodge

Trained by Alan King

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"It was a frustrating time with Ski Lodge as he wasn't finishing his races properly but Ben Brain found an issue with his soft palate. Consequently he'll have a small operation in the autumn which should help a lot. He could be a well handicapped horse" Alan King

If we turn the clock back twelve months we thought Ski Lodge would be a big improver when going over a fence. Unfortunately that didn’t happen and much to everyone’s frustration his mark went the wrong way.  Ski Lodge travelled well in his races but wasn’t getting home over a variety of trips.  
 
However a full examination by renowned ‘wind specialist’ Ben Brain diagnosed a problem with his soft palate. He’ll come back into training as normal but when two-thirds fit he’ll have a small operation to rectify the issue. 
 
It’s hoped we can now see the real Ski Lodge who showed so much promise in his first couple of seasons in Noel Fehily colours. His owners could have an exciting time with this staying chaser.

About the Trainer

Alan King

Alan King is a highly respected dual-purpose trainer, excelling in both National Hunt and flat racing. Based in Barbury Castle, Wiltshire, King first rose to prominence in jumps racing, with major wins at the Cheltenham Festival and Grand National meetings. Horses like Voy Por Ustedes, My Way de Solzen, and Edwardstone have brought him considerable success over fences and hurdles. King’s background in show jumping and racing gives him a comprehensive understanding of a horse’s athleticism and temperament. Over time, he has expanded his operations into flat racing, finding success in major flat handicaps and even Royal Ascot. His ability to adapt his training methods across different codes of racing showcases his versatility, making him one of the most accomplished trainers in British horse racing.