Result · Haydock · Saturday 20 December 2025
12:20 Haydock result: Lario wins the Betfred 'Bet Builder' 'Chasing Excellence' Beginners' Chase (GBB Race)
Lario won the 12:20 at Haydock on Saturday 20 December 2025, beating Ayiko by 2 lengths. Ridden by Paul O'Brien for trainer Harry Derham, the six-year-old was sent off at 9/4 and covered the 2m3f203y on soft ground in 5m 15.32s. Largy Belter was a further 1½ lengths back in third at 10/1. Non-finishers: Bill Joyce (pulled up).
12:20 Haydock full result: finishing order and SPs
| Pos | Horse | Jockey / trainer | Btn | SP | OR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lario (GER) 6yo · 11-5 · t |
Paul O'Brien Harry Derham | — | 9/4 | 124 |
| 2 |
Ayiko (GB) 6yo · 11-5 · t |
Sam Ewing S R B Crawford | 2 l | 11/2 | 127 |
| 3 |
Largy Belter (IRE) 5yo · 11-5 · ht |
Tristan Durrell Dan Skelton | 1½ l | 10/1 | — |
| PU |
Bill Joyce (IRE) 6yo · 11-5 · Pulled up |
Richie McLernon Jonjo & A J O'Neill | — | 5/6FAV | 136 |
Haydock 12:20 returns
12:20 Haydock result: FAQs
Who won the 12:20 at Haydock on Saturday 20 December 2025?
Lario, ridden by Paul O'Brien and trained by Harry Derham, at a starting price of 9/4.
Did the favourite win?
No. Bill Joyce, the 5/6 favourite, pulled up.
What was the winning time?
5m 15.32s over 2m3f203y on soft ground.




