Formula 1's Bernie Ecclestone has taken such an interest in the sport of horse racing that he owns part of the racehorse Greylami which was running at the Sunbury track.
And he couldn't have had a better man in the saddle in the williamhill.com The Home Of Betting Novices' Hurdle race. For his jockey was none other than BBC Sports Personality of the Year Tony McCoy.
However, the motor racing supremo - who chose to visit Kempton Park rather than fly east for the Korean Grand Prix - had to be satisfied with fourth place for his horse in the race in which eight took part.
'Jump Sunday' at Kempton Park was a popular afternoon out for the public on a warm autumn afternoon, with the current Kempton Park Christmas Hurdle and 2010 Champion Hurdle winner Binocular paraded.
Spectators also experienced what goes on behind the scenes, walking the final furlong with top jump jockey Robert Thornton and joining a tour to see the commentary box, weighing room, parade ring and stewards' box.
Those who fancied themselves as jockeys tried their skills on a mechanical horse, known as an equicisor, simulating riding in an actual race.
The next jump racing at Kempton Park is on Monday 31 October when the feature event is the £20,000 Betfair Graduation Chase. Ticket prices are just £12 booked in advance, and £15 on the gate on the day. To book tickets visit kempton.co.uk or call the box office on 0844 579 3008. Tickets are also on sale both online at boxingdayraces.co.uk and by telephone for the William Hill Winter Festival on Boxing Day and Tuesday 27 December.
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