Lot 2, Otie's Friend

Nick Schofield – Trainer Profile
Nick Schofield began training in Lambourn in autumn 2025, bringing with him a wealth of elite experience gained during a distinguished career in the saddle.
The son of prolific point-to-point rider Philip Schofield, Nick grew up immersed in horses and competition. From an early age he demonstrated natural ability, enjoying success across a variety of riding disciplines before excelling as a showjumper during his teenage years.
His transition into racing saw him combine point-to-pointing with a position at Paul Nicholls’ all-conquering Somerset yard, where he rode alongside some of the sport’s finest jockeys. It was there that Lou Du Moulin Mas provided him with his first winner under Rules at Newbury in 2006. Two years later, Nick was crowned Champion Amateur, cementing his place among the leading riders of his generation.
Throughout his riding career, Nick enjoyed significant success at the highest level, including Cheltenham Festival victories and numerous top-flight triumphs. Those experiences, riding for some of the sport’s most accomplished trainers, have shaped his understanding of what it takes to prepare and place horses to win on racing’s biggest stages.
Now training in his own right in Lambourn, Nick brings a competitive mindset, deep race-riding insight and a strong focus on horsemanship and communication. His mission is clear: to create a professional, ambitious yard where horses are placed to thrive and owners are fully involved in the journey.