Sean Bowen has successfully retained his title as Britain’s leading jumps jockey for the 2025-26 season, finishing with an impressive 241 winners—significantly ahead of his closest rivals. Despite his dominance, Bowen criticized the current racing calendar, calling it “stupid” for offering insufficient consecutive days off, which he believes affects jockeys’ well-being. He advocates for a revised schedule that allows longer breaks during the summer, rather than the current pattern of alternating days on and off, though the British Horse Racing Authority acknowledges the challenges in balancing fixture optimization with competitive racing.

Looking ahead, Bowen is eager to defend his title and aims to challenge AP McCoy’s record of 289 winners in a season, viewing it as an achievable but demanding goal. While Bowen has enjoyed notable successes, including a Welsh Grand National win, he has yet to secure a Grade One victory or a Cheltenham Festival win, milestones he is determined to reach. He acknowledges the importance of securing quality rides at major events and remains optimistic about achieving these breakthroughs in the upcoming season.