Glory And Honour
🐎 Glory And Honour (IRE)
Foaled: 5th May 2016 | Sex: Gelding | Colour: Bay
Sire: Elusive Pimpernel (USA) | Dam: On Khee (IRE) (by Sakhee (USA))
Trainer: Sam England
Why This Horse?
Glory And Honour is the definition of a seasoned professional. Having enjoyed success on the Flat, over hurdles and over fences, he has built a reputation as one of the most versatile and genuine horses in training. Few horses possess the durability and consistency he has shown throughout a long career, making him a fantastic horse for owners to follow.
Since joining Sam England, Glory And Honour has continued to thrive, developing into a reliable staying chaser capable of competing in valuable handicap company. His enthusiasm for racing has never faded, and his willingness to battle all the way to the line has made him a firm favourite with everyone connected to Ursa Major Racing. Whether on the Flat or over obstacles, he has repeatedly demonstrated his courage and determination, earning over £100,000 in prize money during his career.
🏇 Racing Profile
Foaled on 5th May 2016, Glory And Honour is an Irish-bred bay gelding who races in the colours of Ursa Ellerby & Partner. Throughout his career he has shown exceptional versatility, winning races on the Flat, over hurdles and over fences—a rare achievement that highlights both his athleticism and longevity.
His greatest success has come as a staying handicap chaser, where his accurate jumping and relentless galloping style have made him a consistent force. A four-time chase winner, he has also recorded numerous second and third-place finishes, underlining his remarkable consistency. Even as an older horse, he continues to perform with credit in competitive handicaps, proving that his enthusiasm and ability remain firmly intact.
🏠 Training
Glory And Honour is trained by Sam England, whose North Yorkshire yard has become synonymous with producing tough, consistent National Hunt performers. Under Sam's care, he has enjoyed some of the best form of his career, particularly over fences, where his stamina and accurate jumping have been allowed to flourish.
Despite being an experienced campaigner, he retains all of his enthusiasm for training. His soundness and professionalism have enabled him to enjoy a lengthy career, while careful race planning ensures he is placed where he can remain competitive. That patient approach has resulted in multiple chase victories and numerous placed efforts in competitive handicap company.
🧬 Pedigree Highlights
Glory And Honour is by Elusive Pimpernel, the Group-winning son of Elusive Quality who excelled over middle distances. His progeny are renowned for their toughness, versatility and willingness to improve with age, qualities that have been perfectly reflected throughout Glory And Honour's career.
His dam, On Khee, is by the Arc winner Sakhee, whose influence has brought stamina, class and resilience to countless performers. The combination of Elusive Pimpernel's athleticism and Sakhee's staying influence has produced a horse capable of excelling across multiple racing disciplines.
This outstanding blend of speed, stamina and durability has enabled Glory And Honour to enjoy success throughout a long and distinguished racing career, making him one of the most dependable horses to carry the Ursa Major colours
🌟 Looking Ahead
Glory And Honour has already achieved more than most racehorses ever will, yet he continues to show the same desire and competitive spirit every time he steps onto the racecourse. His experience, soundness and love of racing make him a valuable member of the Sam England team and a wonderful horse for owners to be involved with.
With opportunities continuing to arise in staying handicap chases, there is every reason to believe he can add further success to an already impressive record. Whether returning to the winner's enclosure or producing another courageous effort in defeat, Glory And Honour continues to embody everything Ursa Major Racing looks for in a racehorse—honesty, resilience and an unwavering will to compete.
