Boxing Day jump racing at Fontwell Park in 23 photos by Clive Bennett

And the 2024 renewal didn’t disappoint, with a large crowd flocking to the figure-of-eight course to shake off the Christmas cobwebs and enjoy some absorbing action across seven races.

The highlight was a double for jockey James Davies and Sussex trainer Nick Gifford, who had success with Koenigsstern (11/4) in the Daily Offers With BetMGM Handicap Chase and with River Tyne (11/1) in the Best Odds Guaranteed At BetMGM Handicap Chase.

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