Haynes Concludes Her Training Career Following Chelmsford Races

Alice Haynes is concluding her training career after a significant journey in horse racing. She will saddle her final runners at Chelmsford on Thursday, marking the end of an era since she began her training license in 2021.

Haynes’ Training Achievements

Throughout her career, Haynes has achieved remarkable success, with over 200 winners. Her peak year was 2024, where she celebrated 56 victories.

In the current year, the number of wins has decreased to 27, prompting her decision to step away from training. Haynes cites the unsustainable nature of the racing industry’s financial model as a crucial reason for this decision.

Statement on Departure

In her farewell post on X, Haynes expressed her feelings about leaving: “Tonight at Chelmsford I will saddle my final runners as a trainer. It’s a sentence I never imagined I would have to say.”

She acknowledged the difficulty of this decision, stating, “Stepping away from something that has shaped my days and captured my heart has been an incredibly painful decision.”

Gratitude and Future Plans

Haynes expressed deep gratitude towards her supporters. This includes her loyal staff, including veterinarians, farriers, and suppliers, as well as sponsor Coral and the horse owners who trusted her with their horses.

She particularly thanked her partner, Kieran O’Neill, noting, “Your support has been my anchor.” Looking ahead, Haynes plans to take time to reflect on her future. She expressed interest in staying within the sport, potentially through media opportunities or returning to training.

Notable Successes

During her three years with Amo Racing, Haynes achieved notable victories, including:

• Lady Hollywood winning the Group Three Prix d’Arenberg in France.
• Competing in the Breeders’ Cup in America.
• Listed race wins with Mr Professor and Fix You for Kia Joorabchian’s operation.

This season, she trained Cairo, a former Ballydoyle horse. Although he didn’t secure a win under her, Cairo placed twice in Dubai and finished third in the prestigious Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot.

Haynes’ departure from training represents a significant change in her professional life, but she remains hopeful about future involvement in racing. Her passion for the sport undoubtedly remains strong.