KITTY’s LIGHT is called the “public’s horse”, after a heartwarming story.
But who trains and owns the horse?
Kitty’s Light with Lucy Swiers up at Christian Williams stables in South Wales[/caption]Who trains Kitty’s Light?
Christian Williams is Kitty’s Light’s trainer.
His daughter Betsy, who was diagnosed with leukemia, formed a special friendship with the horse.
Christian, 41, said to the Sun: “After going through such a terrible time Kitty brought joy back into our lives.
“There was light at the end of the tunnel.
“We are hoping he will do it again in the National – this time Betsy will be there to see it.”
Kitty’s Light is one of 25 horses that Christian trains at his farm alongside the Ewenny River in Ogmore-by-Sea and the nearby beaches.
Who owns Kitty’s Light?
Kitty’s Light was bought by Christian Williams.
He later sold half of the share to Richard Bedford, who who turned to racehorse ownership as a lockdown hobby.
According to the Telegraph the other half belongs to a syndicate.
Is Kitty’s Light a Welsh horse?
Kitty’s Light is a Welsh horse.
It is the only Welsh horse to compete at the Grand National 2024 on Saturday April 13, 2024 at 4 pm.
What is the pedigree of Kitty’s Light?
According to Timeform the pedigree for Kitty Light’s is father Nathaniel (IRE) and mother Daraiyna (FR).
Nathaniel had his first major win in 2011 at the King Edward VII Stakes at Royal Ascot.
He won Britain’s most prestigious all-aged race in the same year, the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
What price is Kitty’s Light?
Kitty’s Light current standing is 16/1 on bet365.com.
He has earned so far £439,295 in prize-money throughout 35 races.
How to bet on Kitty’s Light this Grand National
The first step when placing a bet is to choose a site online.
Bet365 partnered up with the Grand National 2024 to accept bets.
Here is a step-to-step guide for registering online:
- Click here to register at bet365
- Select the Join button on the homepage
- Complete the registration form, providing your details
- Create a username and password
- Deposit money+ using a card
- Head to the horse racing tab and find the 4.00 pm Aintree, Saturday
- Add Kitty’s Light to your betslip and stake money on him to win
- Now sit back and cheer him home
- £30 worth of bet credits will be added to your balance on settlement