Southam Selling Chase

The Southam Selling Chase over 2 miles 100 yards was part of the inaugural 1911 Festival when won by Young Buck II owned by E S Holland, and remained part of the card until 1921.
Early history:- The Southam Selling Chase, run over 2 miles and 100 yards on Wednesday 8th March 1911, was the very first race at the very first Festival. It was won by Young Buck II (11/2) owned by E S Holland, trained by R Cartwright and ridden by J Anthony, beating St Vincent (13/8) and Royal Star (evens fav) by 3 lengths and a distance.
Southam Selling Chase Handicap 2 miles 100 yards
Pos. Horse Jockey Trainer Owner
1911 YOUNG BUCK II Mr J Anthony Cartwright Mr Holland 11/2
1912 HONEY II Alf Newey A Newey Mr J W Pullen 7/1
1913 BUZZY Mr George George Mr W E Wren 6/1
1914 BEDGROVE J Dillon Hare Mr H Bottomley 10/11 fav
1915 LES ORMES S Avila Poole Mr G Poole 4/5 fav
1916-20 Race was not staged due to the First World War and was only introduced to the programme for one year, 1921, afterwards.
1921 GAY MAC Mr H A Brown H A Brown Lord Londesborough 9/4 fav