BACKBYJET got us off to the best possible start in 2024 with a game performance on his hurdling debut at Catterick.

Partnered by Stephen Mulqueen in the 2m3Β½f Happy New Year Novices’ Hurdle he led for much of the race before being headed going into the second last. Battling gamely, he stayed on well to get his head back in front close home.

A great way to bring in the New Year. Congratulations to all involved.