Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Outsider Glengouly Wins Gold Cup, Raises £250K for Charity

12/13/2025

34 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Glengouly, a 33-1 outsider, won the Support The Hunt Family Fund December Gold Cup at Cheltenham, giving trainer Faye Bramley her biggest success with jockey Sean Bowen.
Glengouly finished one and a half lengths ahead of Vincenzo.
The race honored the Hunt Family Fund, established by BBC commentator John Hunt and his daughter Amy in 2024.
The event raised nearly £250,000 for charities supporting young women.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2024 by John Hunt and his daughter Amy, the Hunt Family Fund aims to empower young women, reflecting a broader trend in philanthropy. This follows the 2010 launch of the Malala Fund, which raised millions for girls' education. The recent December Gold Cup at Cheltenham raised nearly £250,000 for this cause, underscoring the commitment to social responsibility in sports.

1 of 2

Story summary

Glengouly, a 33-1 outsider, won the Support The Hunt Family Fund December Gold Cup at Cheltenham, giving trainer Faye Bramley her biggest success with jockey Sean Bowen.
Glengouly finished one and a half lengths ahead of Vincenzo.
The race honored the Hunt Family Fund, established by BBC commentator John Hunt and his daughter Amy in 2024.
The event raised nearly £250,000 for charities supporting young women.

1 / 2