A VERY WARM WELCOME TO YOU ALL FROM ALL THE TEAM HERE AT NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE. YOUR SUPPORT IS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED AND VALUED AND WE HOPE YOU ALL HAVE AN ENJOYABLE AND SUCCESSFUL DAY’S RACING WITH US.
Our thanks very much go to our sponsors here today, St Austell Brewery, Coast & Country Estate Agents, Totnes & Bridgetown Steeplechase Company, Terry Wheeler and Racing Welfare. We hope they and their guests have a great day. We are also delighted to welcome Racing to School. Racing to School is an education charity that aims to inspire young minds through the provision of free, interactive, and healthy outdoor educational events for schools, staged at a variety of racing venues including Newton Abbot.
Today’s raceday is part of Racing Welfare’s Mental Health Awareness Week. The theme this year for the week is community. We’re taking the opportunity to highlight the vital role being part of a supportive, positive community plays in building mental and physical wellbeing. Remember Racing Welfare is #AlwaysThere whenever you need them. Visit www.racingwelfare.co.uk
We have an exciting season ahead here at Newton Abbot with plenty happening on and off course. Please have a look at our Fixture List with its new themes elsewhere in this official programme June will soon be on us when we have three race meetings including our two evening fixtures of the year on Friday 13th and our ever-popular Ladies Evening on 24th June. Our Family Fun Day looking further ahead to July this year features a mascot race to add to the fun before racing on Sunday 20th July, whilst the Family Fun Series continues to the end of the season with dates on Thursday 21st August and Wednesday 29th October, the final one with a Halloween theme.
We don’t have long to wait for our next fixture too, which is on Wednesday 28th May, our All About the Horse Family Fun Day. We look forward to welcoming Native River, ROR, Autism in Racing, lots of kids entertainment and Blaze our already famous mascot. Check our advert later in the programme to make use of our £5 off in advance code for this special day for all the family.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Finally thank you to you all for supporting us through thick and thin, it is hugely valued and here’s to a memorable and successful season for all. Have a great day.
Best wishes
Newton Abbot Racecourse Board of Directors
Ian Bulpin & Guy Upton
John Goodman
Steve Drowne
Kate Smith
Milly Bersey
Ciaran Mckee, Peter Hickman
Guy Lewis
Robert Cuthbert
David Freeman
Simon Cope (Senior)
Tim Tilsley & Joe Peoples
Tony Kaye BVSc (Hons) BA MRCVS
Andrew Hill
Christine Hannaford, Vince McKevitt, Darren Stone
John Blance
Dominique Hamblin
John Baker
Ben Robarts
Phil Mingo, Pinnacle@ppauk.com
Stuart Taylor AWCF
Hugh Michelmore (Chairman)
Annette Merchant, George Welch
Philip Hobbs, Sir P A Austin
WE WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME THE FOLLOWING OWNERS WHO HAVE RUNNERS HERE WITH US TODAY:
Brocade Racing
Mrs D. J. Treneer
The Stay Between The Ditches Syndicate
Mrs G. C. Pritchard
Simonell Racing
Mr Brendan McManus
Mrs Rebecca Vanstone
Owners Group 142
Old Gold Racing 4
Mrs C. Williams
Martin Broughton Racing Partners
Mr R. W. Huggins
Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall
Mr Jonathan Stanley
The Cross Racing Club
Pickard Racing Club
Mrs S. M. Trump
Mr J. Rees
Kevin Pickard & John Middleton
Bradley Partnership
Ms Gill Langford
Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
David Pipe Racing Club
Mrs A. Rousell
Mr W. Prosser
BAYTREE
Mr Reg Hopkins
Mrs Ann Leftley
Mrs Kate Kenyon
Staverton Owners Group
Mrs Kayley Woollacott
Mr Ryan G. Chapman
Mr T Hamlin and Mr J M Dare
Mr M. Hoskins
Mick Fitzgerald Racing Syndicate 2
Mr David Brace
Mrs G. Welch
Mr Mark Timothy Davies
Mrs V. W. Jones & Mr B. P. Jones
Geoff Kennington and Geoff Nicholas
Ms J. Kinsella
Yeo Racing Partnership
Over the Jumps Racing
Mr A Leach and Mr D V Gardner
Mr K. A. Nelmes
Mr J. P. Romans
Mr Olly Watt
The Chris Honour Racing Club
THE UNSPEAKABLE TWELVE
On the Case Syndicate
WE HOPE THAT YOU ALL HAVE AN ENJOYABLE AND SUCCESSFUL DAY’S RACING OUR NEXT MEETING
WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK
WE HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY WI TODAY, WE HAVE A VARIETY OF FOOD
6 NORTHERN SYMPHONIE (GB) (34) 12 CD 5 11-6
Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Night Symphonie Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Talking Horses Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T
B R. J. & S. A. Carter
TIMEFORMVIEW Disappointed following an encouraging debut in bumpers and failed to build on the minor promise shown at Chepstow when finishing tailed off on handicap debut at Exeter (18.5f, good to soft) last month. Bounce back required returned to maiden company. TFR
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It is with great sadness that the Directors of Newton Abbot Racecourse Ltd. report the recent unexpected death of fellow Director and Chairman Hugh Michelmore, after a brief illness.
Hugh’s professional background was as a Solicitor, qualifying in 1977 and becoming a senior partner at Gill Akaster (GA) Solicitors in 2002. While Hugh retired from legal practise in 2016 he remained fully engaged in his many business interests, in particular Newton Abbot Racecourse, where he had served as non executive Director since 1985.
During fifty years of service to Newton Abbot Racecourse Hugh showed exemplary leadership and business acumen, always underpinned by a genuine love of jump racing and loyalty to the racecourse in particular.
Hugh attended nearly every race meeting held at Newton Abbot, and was usually to be found chatting to shareholders, race goers and box holders during the day, always charming and alert for ways to improve their Raceday experience.
Hugh will be greatly missed by the Shareholders, Directors and Staff at Newton Abbot Racecourse and his wife Janine and family are in our thoughts.
Classic Car Show
Exhibit: booking 0am takes cecourse me llectable Saturday £5 per car (Pre 1995)
Event place at Newton Abbot Racecourse on the same day as the Antiques & Collectables Fair on 7th June
Pre booking entry ONLY Come Café
and go from 10.00a available for lunch m 2:00pm
THE CLASSIC CAR SHOW ON 7TH JUNE NOVICES’HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8500
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 172 runners, 28%) runs COURAGEOUS STRIKE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Honeyball (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs KALIZE
Longest Traveller: COURAGEOUS STRIKE trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 72 miles.
1 COURAGEOUS STRIKE (GB) (19) 21- 4 11-3
Br Ch g National Defense - Mademoiselle Marie (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Owners Group 142 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Sun Bloodstock SARL Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat for Adrian Murray and has made a good start in this sphere, easily landing the ods in 9-runner novice hurdle at Chepstow (16f, good to firm) 19 days ago The one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA114
2 BEN LOMOND (IRE) (7) 043-U 5 11-2
Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Coquette Rouge (IRE) Harry Reed J
O Simonell Racing Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B Roundhill Stud & C. & M. Murphy
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form shown in bumpers but made mistakes and well held when unseated rider last in novice hurdle at this C&D (good) on hurdles bow 7 days ago Lots to prove now. TFRHHIII
3 HECTOR’S HOPE (GB) (21) 00/6/PP3- 7 11-2
Br B g Bollin Eric - Friends Hope J
O Mrs S. M. Trump Chris Down, Cullompton T
NON-RUNNER
B Mrs Brenda Bowditch Woodwarm Stoves S
TIMEFORMVIE
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor hurdler who came in a remot third of 4 in novice hurdle (125/1) atTaunton (19f, good) 21 days ago Needs a major step forward. TFRHHIII BHA82
4 LEWIS BARNES (GB) (151)
6 11-2
Br Ch g Bungle Inthejungle - Potternello (IRE) David Noonan J
O Mr W. Prosser Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW A modest 6f Flat winner for Stuart Williams Hooded on his hurdling/yard bow with his stamina to prove. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 LINDEN LANE (IRE) (27) F/UPF35- 5 11-2
Br B g Linda’s Lad - Fortune Favours (IRE) Adam Wedge J
O BAYTREE Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Carla Collins
TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced hurdler and fair form shown, fifth of 13 in novice hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, good to soft, 80/1) 27 days ago. Considered TFRHHHII BHA-
6 SURE TO BE SURE (IRE) (44) 035P- 5 11-2
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Burnt Out (IRE) Paul O’Brien J
O Mr K. A. Nelmes Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T
B Laura James
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to offer much in a trio of bumpers and pulled up on his hurdling debut in 15f Wincanton novice in March. Much more is needed. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 KALIZE (FR) (25) 6/04- 5 10-9
Br Gr m Nom de d’La (FR) - Alize du Berlais (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Ms Gill Langford Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Mrs Bernadette Quesny geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in 2 bumpers last year but showed some ability despite seeming green when fourth of 5 in novice at Haydock (15.6f, good) on his hurdles bow 25 days ago Should have learned from the experience. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: FORTIFIED FORTUNE (IRE) 5 11 2 Jack Tudor 6-4 (Christian Williams) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Stewards Note:
SURE TO BE SURE: Following its run on 31/3/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake
Probable S.P.’s: 4-7
Courageous Strike (GB), 11-2 Linden Lane (IRE), 7-1 Kalize (FR), 40-1 Ben Lomond (IRE), 66-1 Sure To Be Sure (IRE)
Paul Nicholls’ COURAGEOUS STRIKE scored with plenty in hand at Chepstow last time and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to follow up here. Anthony Honeyball’s mare Kalize should build on her hurdling debut fourth at Haydock and appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of Linden Lane
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
CASH MACHINE
There is a cash machine located on the ground floor of the betting hall in the main Grandstand. This is available to all. Customers in the Course Enclosure, please ask a member of staff to arrange access for you.
PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £205,460 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.
A QUESTION OF RACINGAFTER RACING ON 28TH MAY
Two teams of famous racing personalities clash in the battle to win our Question of Racing event, based on the TV show. In the Paddock Bar & Carvery after racing with a 6pm startbar stays open, pork baps will be available from the carvery Hosted by Dave“Fitzy”Fitzgerald
NATIVE RIVER
Trained by Colin Tizzard in Dorset, Native River was a top-class steeplechaser known for his front-running style and inexhaustible stamina.
In a career that spanned seven years, he won 14 of his 32 races, 10 of which came at Graded level. The highlight came in 2018 when he virtually made all to land the Blue Ribbon Cheltenham Gold Cup.
In addition to his Festival success he also took the honours in the Hennessy Gold Cup and Welsh Grand National in 2016, three Denman Chases (2017, 2018 & 2020), the Many Clouds Chase in 2019 and Cotswold Chase in 2021.
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SECOND RACE 2.50 PM
THE TERRY WHEELER BIRTHDAY NOVICES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £7500
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 172 runners, 28%) runs BYZANTIUM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs BYZANTIUM
Longest Traveller: PINK EYED PANCHO trained by D Brace, Bridgend, 147 miles.
1 BYZANTIUM (FR) (23) 2/24PF- 5 12-0
Br Gr g Magneticjim (IRE) - Ticket Holder (FR) Jay Tidball (5) J
O Mr Brendan McManus Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Ecurie Cap Orne & John Studd Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced hurdler was running well (looked a likely second) when fell last in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Plumpton (15.9f, good to soft) 23 days ago Ought to be thereabouts off the same mark
2 GETTHE VALUE (IRE) (46) 652PP1- 7 11-9
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Valsugana (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T
B A. P. Heskin Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ridden more prominently than usual when opening his account in 10-runner handicap hurdle (10/1) at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft) 46 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Hiked up 9lb but remains very much one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA100
3 THANKYOUANDPLEASE (FR) (25) P24243- 5 11-6
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Malawa (FR) Conor O’Farrell J
O Mr Olly Watt Anthony Charlton, Warminster T
B SARL IGEP Haras Du Chateau De Rabodanges Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up in an Irish point in January and he built on earlier promise when third of 8 on handicap debut over 2m here 25 days ago, catching the eye with the ground he made up. Better to come. Interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA97
4 VENTARA (GB) (167) 54/24/26- 7 11-2
Br B g Kayf Tara - Venceremos Brendan Powell J
O On the Case Syndicate Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B D. M. Huglin Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler wasn’t discredited when sixth of 13 in handicap atTaunton (18.2f, good to soft) on his debut over fences in November Merits consideration reverted to hurdles TFRHHHII BHA93
5 INCHAGOILL LADY (IRE) (35) 334PP1- 9 10-9
Br Ch m Mahler - Kitty The Hare (IRE) Lewis Saunders (7) J
O Kevin Pickard & John Middleton Kevin Pickard, Umberleigh T
B Sandra Curley Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a wind op before getting off the mark in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Taunton (23.9f, good to firm) 35 days ago. Down in trip but not taken lightly in her current mood TFRHHHII BHA86
6 PINK EYED PANCHO (GB) (21) 3/0PP31- 5 10-3
Br B g Ask - Poacher’s Paddy (IRE) Connor Brace J
O Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend T
B Mr David Brace and Mr Neil Poacher
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved on his first go in handicaps when cosy winner at Taunton (19f, good) 21 days ago Hiked up 10lb but can go on again so he’s firmly in the picture. TFRHHHHI BHA80
7 OVAL STREET (IRE) (19) 42/3600- 9 10-3
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Day’s Over Harry Reed J
O Mr M. Hoskins Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T
B P. J. Reynolds
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner but only modest form in varied events under Rules for Mark Gillard and only ninth starting out for a new yard in 2m3f Fontwell handicap 19 days ago Hard to warm to TFRHHIII BHA80
8 STINGINHISSTEP (GB) (68) 060660- 6 10-3
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Model Girl
O Mr A Leach and Mr D V Gardner
Sean Houlihan J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Wood Farm Stud Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who finished down the field all 3 starts in bumpers and similar story in 2m novice hurdles at Chepstow and Exeter (2) this winter. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA80
9
MR ZEE (IRE) (22) 644313- 8 10-2
Br B g Zebedee - Monsusu (IRE)
O Staverton Owners Group
Rex Dingle J
Michael Blake, Trowbridge T
B Lynnlodge Stud & Arthur Finnan Sb Racehorse Rehoming S
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple Flat winner who made it thirteenth time lucky in this sphere at Taunton (2m) in March. Backed it up with a good third of 7 at Hereford (2m4f) since so fancied to go well again. TFRHHHII BHA79
10KINTARO (GB) (35) 4F643P- 5 10-2
Br B g Iffraaj - Soryah (IRE)
Jack Tudor J
O David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington T
B Mrs James Wigan W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless and he was tongue tied when pulled up in 2m Taunton handicap last month. Others appeal more.
11SQUARE DU ROULE (FR) (30)
00/0054- 5 10-2
Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Semur (FR) James Davies J
O Over the Jumps Racing Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Jacques Beres & Francoise Beres Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 9 months/had breathing surgery before posting a good fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (19f, good) 30 days ago. Not ruled out if building on this despite being 4lb“wrong”in the weights. TFRHHHII BHA75
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: WINTERWATCH (GER) 6 11 4 Miss Megan Bevan 2-1 (Harry Fry) 10 ran Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7, 9.
Stewards Note:
THANKYOUANDPLEASE: Following its run on 19/4/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed
Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Ventara (GB), 11-2 Get The Value (IRE), 6-1 Thankyouandplease (FR), Pink Eyed Pancho (GB), 13-2 Inchagoill Lady (IRE), 9-1 Mr Zee (IRE), 10-1 Byzantium (FR), 22-1 Square du Roule (FR), 28-1 Kintaro (GB), 50-1 Oval Street (IRE), 66-1 Stinginhisstep (GB)
A case can be made for a few of these but THANKYOUANDPLEASE rates the pick at these weights on the back of his eye-catching recent third here so gets the nod. Taunton scorer Pink Eyed Pancho looks to have more to offer and is next on the list, although the likes of Get The Value, Byzantium, Mr Zee and Inchagoill Lady can all have a say too in this competitive handicap
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Racing staff and racecourse staff are wearing green ribbons today to show their commitment to raising awareness and ending the stigmasurrounding mentalhealth issues.
Racing Welfare is committed to providing accessible, tailored mentalhealth and wellbeing support services to all of racing’s workforce.
We offer confidential support through Racing’s Support Line 0800 6300443 www.racingwelfare.co.uk
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) 9 10 11 James Best 6-1 (Susan Gardner) 7 ran Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Dancingontheedge (FR), 11-4 Morfee (IRE), 11-2 Belgarum (IRE), 13-2 Unspeakable (IRE), 10-1 Hold Your Fort (IRE), 14-1 Inspiratrice (IRE), 33-1 Diol Ker (FR)
MORFEE was only just denied by a subsequent winner after travelling better from some way out at Market Rasen last month so has obvious claims off the same mark. Dancingontheedge shaped well on her comeback run at Chepstow and has potential back in this sphere after a promising debut here in September, so rates the main threat.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB
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HORSE WELFARE AT NEWTON ABBOT
At all race meetings held at Newton Abbot Racecourse there are three specially qualified Veterinary surgeons appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. One vet will attend the start and follow the race in his/her vehicle and attend fallen, lame or pulled up horses Another vet will observe the finishing straight from the small stand beside the last fence in the final straight. They will immediately attend fallen or lame horses at this last fence or flight of hurdles.
If directed, they may be required to attend other incidents in the final straight. The third vet will be available to complete the treatment of urgent cases within the stable yard. This third vet will, if not otherwise occupied, observe the race from the bank at the outside of the track by the ‘in-line’ steward’s box and be available to attend horses finishing the race
In the event of two vets being occupied treating an emergency case, the SVS will follow horses. Whenever possible, one of the Veterinary Surgeons should be present in the Unsaddling Enclosure after each race
USE OF SCREENS
It is now standard practise for screens to be erected around any horses when receiving veterinary attention. This does not reflect the severity of any injury, but allows the vet some privacy and the horse a calm environment in which to make a recovery.
Please do not therefore assume the worst if you see the screen erected around a fallen horse.
Wednesday 28th May – A Question of Racing (starts at 6pm)
Friday evening 13th June – The Shrine, tearing up the dancefloor with their Indie rock
Tuesday evening 24th June, Ladies Evening – DJ Hayley Blue, a local rising star creating the perfect party atmosphere
Friday 4th July – The Filthy Gorgeous, energetic fun evening of great tunes and dancefloor fillers
Saturday 30th August – Watch England Women’s Rugby World Cup clash
Friday 19th September – Not the Cowboys – imagine a cross between George Ezra and the Wurzels playing a Bon Jovi and Black Eyed Peas mash up All music acts are sourced locally
SEATS IN THE GRANDSTAND
There has been a change to the way we operate seats in the grandstand
With immediate effect seats numbered 149 onwards are available for sale at £3 per day on a first come first served basis, there are security people within the grandstand to ensure the public’s safety.
Tickets can be purchased from the general office opposite the parade ring.
Seating from 1 -148 are annual seating and not available for sale on racedays. There will be staff to assist should you have any problems DUE TO NEW SAFETY LEGISLATION
BETTING TICKETS
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the ‘off’
Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket.
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mrs D J Treneer (1 win from 2 runners, 50%) runs BALLYDESMOND
Longest Traveller: BARDENSTOWN LAD trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 211 miles.
1 BARDENSTOWN LAD (GB) (31) 5110UF- 10 12-8
Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pougatcheva (FR) Mr Edward Vaughan (5) J
O The Stay Between The Ditches Syndicate David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
H North Shropshire Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner in February and followed up back under Rules in a 3m Fakenham hunter later that month.Two of his 3 subsequent starts have been in top hunters at the big festivals and, though a shade disappointing back in calmer waters at Stratford last time, he will have a huge chance if on-song. TFRHHHHI BHA129
2 KNOCKMOYLAN (IRE) (12) 3/U2//11-P 10 12-2
Br B g Stowaway - Easter Duties (IRE)
Mr William Biddick J
O Mrs A. Rousell H. Ryall, Crewkerne T
H Seavington New Inn S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful chaser at his best in Ireland and multiple point winner, including on his first start for over 2 years in February. Followed up in a hunter at Exeter the following month but that was a match and he was pulled up at Cheltenham next time TFRHHHII BHA98
3 BALLYDESMOND (IRE) (25) 30PP45- 8 12-0
Br B g Presenting - Eyes On The Stars (IRE)
O Mrs D. J. Treneer
H Dartmoor
Mr Michael Treneer (7) J
Mrs D. J. Treneer, Buckfastleigh T
TIMEFORMVIEW Hunter chase winner in Ireland in May 2023 but offered little for Jamie Snowden last year and no show in 4 points since joining present yard TFRHHIII BHA103
4 COCKSPUR BALLA (GB) (31) F/424P1- 8 12-0
Br Br g Passing Glance - Flora Joy
O Mrs Rebecca Vanstone
H Axe Vale Harriers
Mr Peter Summers (7) J
Mrs Rebecca Vanstone, Broadclyst T
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally opened account between the flags last month but it’s worrying that it took him 21 attempts to get his head in front in that sphere, and he was safely held in a couple of bumpers for RogerTeal back in 2021 (unraced under Rules since). TFRHHIII BHA-
5 GATEAU DE MIEL (FR) (32) PPR353- 9 12-0
Br B g Apsis - Vie Sa Vie (FR) Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (3) J
O Mr Jonathan Stanley
H Heythrop
M. Osborne, Bourton-On-The-Water T
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles/chase winner Henry De Bromhead but no show final 3 runs for that yard last year and there has been little to shout about in a handful of appearances between the flags for new yard. TFRHHIII BHA109
6 MONTANNA (GB) (12) F0/042-4 11 12-0
Br Ch g Notnowcato - Asi (USA)
Mr Zac Baker J
O Mr Reg Hopkins Edward William Walker, Ottery St Mary T
H Berkeley
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at best for Peter Bowen back in 2021. Three-time winner in points for this yard and while he struggled back in this sphere at Cheltenham recently, this 11-y-o has to enter calculations with his sights now lowered. TFRHHHHH BHA109
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: YOUNG BUCK (IRE) 10 12 4 Mr Darren Edwards 2-1 (Dean Summersby) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6.
Strictly speaking, MONTANNA shouldn’t trouble Bardenstown Lad on these terms but the latter looks risky on the back of a sketchy round of jumping at Stratford Any shortcomings in that department here could open the door for Montanna, who will find this easier than the race he recently contested at Cheltenham. Knockmoylan is best of the rest
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Totnes & Bridgetown Races, which dated from 1783, ceased racing following the closure and requisition of their course at Totnes in 1939. However, through the continued existence of the Company, in addition to sponsoring Hunter Chases at Exeter and Newton Abbot, it is able to sponsor Point to Point races in the Devon & Cornwall Area and offer financial assistance to the Area organisers as well as other organisations
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BOOKMAKERS
INDIVIDUAL BOOKERS can be found in front of the stands in all enclosures. TOTE windows are situated throughout the racecourse Britbet operate SP Betting Shops in both enclosures which accept every type of bet.
GENERAL FACILITIES
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Jockeys Eventing Challenge
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Jockeys will ride a dressage test followed by a round of jumping in the display arena on the afternoon of Saturday 24th May
Bicton Horse Trials runs 22nd – 25th May
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THE ST. AUSTELL BREWERY MARES’OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 2 Elimination) (GBB
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 172 runners, 28%) runs DOCTOR MINA &TAKEONEDAYATATIME
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs DOCTOR MINA & TAKEONEDAYATATIME
Longest Traveller: FALSE FLAG trained by K Bailey & M Nicholls, Cheltenham, 137 miles.
1 DOCTOR MINA (FR) (95) 0-
Br Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - High Destiny (FR) Freddie Gingell J
O Martin Broughton Racing Partners Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Haras Des Sablonnets & Lucien Bermond Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £105,000 as a 3-y-o and she’s a half-sister to 2 winners, including French hurdler Libeccio, and closely related to smart hurdler/ useful chaser Quel Destin. However, she shaped as though amiss on debut atWarwick and Harry Cobden prefersTakeonedayatatime TFR
2 ONOMATOTIA (GB) (171) 5- 5 11-2
Br Ch m Linda’s Lad - Doctor Thea David Noonan J
O Mr Ryan G. Chapman Ryan Chapman, St Mawgan T
B Ryan Chapman
TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten a fair way sole start between the flags in November and she’s readily passed over on Rules debut. TFR
3 ROBIN BLUE BREAST
(IRE)
(21) 52- 5 11-2
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Robinesse (IRE) Callum Pritchard (5) J
O Mr Mark Timothy Davies Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge T
B Mr H. Fowler
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on low-key debut when a clear second to the odds-on winner in a Taunton bumper (16.5f, good) 3 weeks ago. Strong each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 SITETONIC (IRE) (157) FP- 5 11-2
Br B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Site Eile (IRE) Beau Morgan (5) J
O Ms J. Kinsella Kevin Pickard, Umberleigh T
B L. Byrne
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete both starts in Irish points and she’s very hard to make a case for on this Rules debut TFRHIIII BHA-
5 TAKEONEDAYATATIME (GB) (199) 3- 5 11-2
Br B m Time Test - Sea Pride (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O Mr J. P. Romans Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Bluehills Racing Ltd Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW £76,000 Time Test filly out of a bumper winner, also useful 1 1/2m winner who stayed 2m on the Flat. Decent start to her career when third of 8 in a Wincanton bumper (15.2f, good) in October and she’s the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 FALSE FLAG (GB) (-) 4 10-10
Br Ch f Flag of Honour (IRE) - Bonne Fee Ciaran Gethings J
O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T
B Julie Routledge-Martin Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Flag of Honour filly out of a bumper/19f-2 3/4m hurdles winner Will be of interest if the market speaks in her favour TFRHHHII BHA-
7 MUSIQUE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (39) 4- 4 10-10
Br B f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Great Alana (FR) Ben Godfrey J
O Mrs Kayley Woollacott Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T
B Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe The Firehouse Somerset S
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show enough in a point on debut last month to suggest that she will be a force now making her way under Rules TFRHIIII BHA-
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CONDITIONS
First Race 2.19 - THE CLASSIC CAR SHOW ON 7TH JUNE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4488 to the winning horse The second to receive £2065, the third £1032, the fourth £516 and the fifth £257. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Newton Abbot Races are kindly supporting the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 8 entries at £29. - Closed May 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 2.50 - THE TERRY WHEELER BIRTHDAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The friends and family of Terry Wheeler are kindly supporting the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse The ROA Owners Jackpot conditions apply to this race. For full details please see www.roa.co.uk/jackpot 15 entries at £34. - Closed May 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.22 - THE RACING WELFARE SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £37 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £30 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Newton Abbot Races are kindly supporting the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 15 entries, 1 at £7 and 14 at £37. - Closed May 8th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 3.55 - THE AUTISM IN RACING HERE 28TH MAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Newton Abbot Races are kindly supporting the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 12 entries at £30. - Closed May 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 2lbs.
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.30 - THE COAST AND COUNTRY ESTATE AGENTS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Newton Abbot Races are kindly supporting the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £40. - Closed May 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.05 - THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN STEEPLECHASE COMPANY OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3079 to the winning horse The second to receive £1540, the third £769 and the fourth £385. for six yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three steeple chases Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th. Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) NB With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in a Novices’or Maiden Hunters’Chase To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. Totnes & Bridgetown Steeple Chase Company are kindly supporting this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 8 entries at £25. - Closed May 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2677; Second £1339; Third £669; Fourth £335. (Penalty Value £3079.80) HC SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE
Seventh Race 5.40 - THE ST AUSTELL BREWERY MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 2 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2640 to the winning horse The second to receive £1215, the third £607, the fourth £304 and the fifth £151. for four and five yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m May 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race St. Austell Brewery are kindly supporting the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 27 entries at £25. - Closed May 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE
