As Cheltenham approaches and attention turns to the biggest week in jumps racing, Pompey Ventures is offering something most fans only ever talk about.
One person will win a 1% share in Kingmaker, now in training with Willie Mullins at Closutton.
This is not a guest pass or a short-term taster. It is a genuine ownership position within the Pompey Ventures syndicate, giving the winner the chance to be part of a horse trained at one of the most successful yards in the sport.
The competition is free to enter, open to UK and Ireland residents, and closes on Saturday 14th March at 9pm.
What the Winner Receives
The successful entrant becomes part of the Kingmaker ownership group.
That means inclusion in the owners’ circle, regular updates from the yard, and communication through the syndicate’s channels. Owners’ badges are available on race days where allocation allows, and the share carries entitlement to a percentage of prize money in line with that holding.
You follow the plans as they develop. You hear how the horse is progressing. When Kingmaker runs, you are involved rather than watching from the outside.
For many racing fans, even a small share is the clearest way to experience how ownership feels in practice.
Who Are Pompey Ventures?
Pompey Ventures is a small UK racehorse syndicate built around direct contact and a strong social element.
The team is hands-on and visible, both on race days and within owner groups. Syndicates are kept manageable, allowing shareholders to deal directly with the partners rather than through a large administrative layer.
Ownership options usually begin from 2.5%, with flexibility for larger stakes. The emphasis is on clarity, regular communication, and creating an experience that feels inclusive rather than distant.
Stable visits, race day access, and open discussion about plans are central to how the group operates. Feedback from existing owners often highlights the friendly atmosphere and the sense of being properly involved.
Why Kingmaker?
Kingmaker was purchased for 55,000 guineas at the Tattersalls Autumn Horses in Training Sale from Andrew Balding’s yard.
On the Flat, he ran 11 times and finished second on four occasions, rarely beaten far. More important than the race results was his physical profile. He is a strong, scopey dual-purpose type with the frame to switch codes.
That profile led Pompey Ventures towards a jumps campaign in Ireland.
If you are developing a former Flat horse over hurdles, there is one destination that stands out. Willie Mullins at Closutton.
A recent visit to the yard allowed the syndicate to see Kingmaker settled into his new surroundings. Guided by Patrick Mullins, they were able to watch him work, look him over, and hear how he is progressing within a system known for producing high-class novice hurdlers.
He is strengthening, maturing, and being prepared with patience. Early plans suggest a maiden or novice hurdle as a starting point, with longer-term options under discussion depending on how he progresses. His versatility may even allow connections to consider mixing codes again if conditions suit.
Enter the Competition
The Kingmaker Ownership Competition (click here to view entry page) offers one person the chance to step directly into that environment.
It is free to enter, open to UK and Ireland residents, and closes at 9pm on Saturday 14th March.
For anyone who has ever wondered what it feels like to have a horse trained by Willie Mullins, this is an opportunity to find out.
Kingmaker is settled at Closutton and building towards his next phase.
If you are going to take a chance this Festival season, this might be the most interesting one of all.
