THE Cleveland Hunt Point-to-Point takes place at Howe Hills, Mordon, near Sedgefield, on Sunday.

Nine races have been scheduled as both maidens have been split at entry stage.

A total of 159 entries have been received and the first race, the hunt members’ race, is due to be run at 1.30pm.

The second and third races are both divisions of the 2m 4f race in which four-year-olds are eligible to compete.

Twenty-two horses have been entered for the ladies’ open race, including Andre Chenier, who although beaten last time out in a mixed open race, relishes the lighter weight in the ladies’ open races and is sure to be in the shake-up.

The men’s open is a very competitive affair, with The Viking, who won here last year, making a step up in trip. Oaklands Bobby has also put in some very promising runs this season and is knocking on the door.

The confined race is run over the extended distance of 3m 5f and has received 16 entries, and the final two races are divisions of the open maiden.

The course is left-handed and the facilities are excellent. There is a grandstand to watch the racing from and the majority of the course can be seen, apart from the start. Admission costs £5 per person and £5 per car.