AN astrologer has been called in to help Britain's least successful racehorse finally notch up a decent result.

Sixteen-year-old gelding Quixall Crossett, which is trained by Ted Caine at Chop Gate, North Yorkshire, has notched up no less than 99 consecutive losses.

Despite his appalling track record race fans have taken the horse to their heart and on race days he receives a hero's welcome from punters.

In a determined bid to end his losing streak, Mr Caine has consulted astronomer Jayne Headon.

"I can't predict whether the horse is going to win, but I can at least try and judge if he has a good chance of coming back safe and sound," said Jayne.

She recently visited Quixall Crossett and prepared a star chart specifically for the veteran steeplechaser.

Using data such as his exact time and date of birth, Jayne, who hosts a one-hour astrology show on the a London radio station, came to the following conclusions.

"At the time of the race, his moon forms an angle with Uranus that will help bring out his more unique and unusual qualities," she said.

"Thankfully, Mars is due to start moving in the right direction two days before. Although this will make it difficult to relax, he'll be less likely to get hurt."

Meanwhile, Quixall Crossett's ever-hopeful trainer, Ted Caine, is trusting to luck there will be no hiccups before his next race later this month. "Everything is going to plan at present - let's hope it stays that way," he said.

The long-term loser currently holds the modern-day European record for the number of consecutive losses - 99 races, 99 losses.