Lightening Mann Storms to Maiden Victory at Lingfield

LIGHTENING MANN delivered a thrilling performance at Lingfield Racecourse this afternoon, securing his maiden victory in emphatic style. The promising gelding, trained by Jack Channon, showcased his talent with a commanding turn of foot, confirming the potential that connections have always believed in.

Ridden confidently by Edward Greatrex, LIGHTENING MANN remained prominent in the early stages and travelled smoothly throughout, before surging clear in the final furlong, asserting his dominance on the all-weather track. The victory marks a significant milestone in his career, and sets the stage for exciting targets ahead.

The gelding has matured and grown remarkably over a lengthy winter break, and looks a very exciting and progressive prospect for the year ahead. Achieving success so early in his career will only provide a benchmark for future victories and we are looking forward to the season ahead!

Timeform Review

Time: 100.63s Closing Sectional: (2.00f): 23.65s


LIGHTENING MANN upped in trip and making all-weather debut after 7 months off (gelded since last seen), hails from a yard enjoying a purple patch but barely needed to improve upon 2-y-o form to open his account; prominent, shaken up around 2f out, switched entering straight, produced to lead final 1f, kept on; probably has more to come when the occasion demands it.


A steady gallop placed the emphasis on speed in this maiden, the standard-setter not really suited by the scenario but still readily on top by the line.