Bula (horse)

Bula (1965–1977) was a British National Hunt horse who won two Champion Hurdles and many other top races over hurdles and later over fences. He ran during what is considered a ‘golden period’ for two mile hurdlers in the 1970s, which featured such champions as Persian War, Comedy Of Errors, Night Nurse, Monksfield and Sea Pigeon. Bula was “a remarkably consistent, versatile and durable jumper” and was known for his come-from-behind style.

Bula
SireRaincheck
GrandsireTourbillon
DamPongo's Fancy
DamsireGolden Chain
SexGelding
Foaled1965
CountryIreland
ColourBrown
OwnerCaptain Bill Edwards-Heathcote
TrainerFred Winter
Record51: 34 wins
Earnings£69,672
Major wins
Gloucestershire Hurdle (Div II) (1970)
Osborne Hurdle (1970, 1972)
Benson & Hedges Handicap Hurdle (1970)
Mill House Hurdle (1971, 1973)
Kingwell Hurdle (1971, 1972)
Champion Hurdle (1971, 1972)
Welsh Champion Hurdle (1971)
Skeaping Trophy Hurdle (1971)
Cheltenham Trial Hurdle (1972)
Black and White Whiskey Gold Cup (1973)
Benson & Hedges Novices' Chase (1973)
Fairlawne Chase (1975, 1976)
Sundew Chase (1975, 1976)
Gainsborough Chase (1976)
Timeform rating: 176
Awards
Champion NH Horse: 1970–1971, 1971–1972
Honours
former Bula Hurdle at Cheltenham (now International Hurdle)
Last updated on 7 December 2022
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