Suzannah Hoult (Senior), Marc Epps, Timothy Tilsley
Tony Kaye BVSc (Hons) BA MRCVS, Andrew Hill, Chris Johannson
Christopher Maiden, Steve Fox
Martin Knight
John Hunt
Will Sherwood
John Baker
Ben Robarts
Phil Mingo, Pinnacle@ppauk.com
Stuart Taylor AWCF
George Welch (Joint Chair)
Sir Peter Austin Bt (Joint Chair)
Annette Merchant
Philip Hobbs
John Baker
Mr J. McIver
Mr R. Jukes
Mrs Margaret Jukes
Mrs Karen Bowen
Mr M. Cecil Denning
Syd Hosie
Sherborne Utilities Ltd
Sullivan Group Limited
Mr D. Abraham
Foxtrot Racing Management Ltd
Mr K. C. Bailey
Mr P. S. Kerr
Acorn Builders Dorset Ltd
Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
Miss Jayne Brace
Mr J. E. Snowden
Dr G. W. Guy
Mr Oliver Wright
Mr B. G. Middleton
Mr A. J. Shire
Mr Stephen Sugden
Mr N. Byrne
Mr J. H. Young
Mr L. H. Evans
Dash Grange Stud
Upton House Stud
Mr Alan Jones
Mr D. O’Donnell
Mr D. Sheldon-Jackson
Mrs E. Nailor
Mrs C. Williams
Mr Ron C. Williams
Mr Michael Harris
Ms H J Bevan
Mr Nick Scholfield
Mr Michael Ariss
Mr Neil Barrett
Mr Paul Beck
Mr Phil Cox
Mr David Lockwood
Mr Dan Skelton
Mrs S. Such
Mr Leigh Taylor
Mr Scott Turner
Mr Gerard Obrien
Mr Mike Rowe
Mrs Jennifer Irish
Mrs Anne Broom
Mr Garth Broom
Mr A. Honeyball
Mr Nick Shutts
Ben Clarke Racing Ltd
Mr R. W. Huggins
Ms Gill Langford
Mrs Alex Dunn
West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
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As it’s Friday night, make sure you stay behind after racing and watch a brilliant performance from local band Electric Empire up in the Paddock Bar where everyone is welcome. Enjoy the party in the Paddock!
Today is an excellent and competitive evening’s racing and we have lots more exciting racing coming up soon too! Our next fixture is our revamped Ladies Night on 23rd June when after a great evening you can chose to watch local band Harbour in the Paddock Bar or watch England play Ghana in the World Cup on our big screen straight after racing finishes. Plus there’s the fun of the best dressed and best hat competitions with a mix of fabulous prizes and great support from the likes of St Austell, Murray VW, the Passage House and Hoopers.
Next month sees another three fixtures- the 3rd, 13th and then Sunday 19th July which is a fabulous family day featuring the Rowcroft Hospice Mascot Race, for which entries are now open. In addition to Blaze and the other mascots we’ll have face painting, jugglers, fairies, inflatables, play park, hook a duck, human fruit machine and more!
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6 NORTHERN SYMPHONIE (GB) (34) 12 CD 5 11-6
Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Night Symphonie Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Talking Horses 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 BHA92
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THE ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY MARES’NOVICES’HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (28 wins from 82 runners, 34%) runs COLEGRAM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (12 wins from 23 runners, 52%) runs COLEGRAM
Longest Traveller: DANCING DAME trained by James Owen, Newmarket, 248 miles.
1 LADY KARA (GB) (16) 442-311 CD 5 11-12
Br Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Karalee (FR) Rian Corcoran (5) J
O Upton House Stud Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Dr R. D. P. Newland Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and similar standard over hurdles, showing a good attitude when supplementing her Hereford success over C&D 16 days ago Suspicion is that she’s vulnerable under a double penalty, though. TFRHHHII BHA105
2 BONTESSONY DOLL (GB) (16) U4
7 11-0
Br B m Linda’s Lad - A Nun With A Gun (IRE) James Davies J
O Mr Alan Jones Alan Jones, Timberscombe T
B Mr A. E. Jones
TIMEFORMVIEW Unseated rider on debut but showed a bit at a huge price when 6 1/4 lengths fourth of 10 to Lady Kara in novice hurdle over C&D 16 days ago TFRHHIII BHA-
3 COLEGRAM (FR) (67) 5//311- 6 11-0
Br B m Buck’s Boum (FR) - Pique La Lune (FR) Harry Skelton J
O Foxtrot Racing Colegram Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Ecurie Cap Orne Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S
TIMEFORMVIEW £24,000 3-y-o, £21,000 6-y-o, first foal, dam, maiden hurdler in France, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stays 2 1/2m) Fils de Roi. Won final 2 of 4 starts in Irish points and since transferred to a leading stable TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 DANCING DAME (IRE) (12) 6U006-2 BF 7 11-0
Br B m Decorated Knight - Dancing Soprano (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
James Owen, Newmarket T
B J. Monaghan D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and over hurdles in Ireland for Timothy Doyle Failed to land the odds starting out for James Owen at Fakenham 12 days ago but it was by no means a bad effort in second Could have more to offer TFRHHHHI BHA111 (-3)
5 MEDINA BLUE (IRE) (21) PP22-60
5 11-0
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Spirit of Medina (IRE) Joe Anderson (3) J
O Mr Ron C. Williams
B Kildare Racing Syndicate
Grace Harris, Shirenewton T
Grace Harris Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of Irish points and has caught the eye both starts over hurdles in recent weeks. Certainly has the potential to do better but she may be a handicap project. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 DOOBEEDEE (GB) (225) 0-
4 10-9
Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Seebeedee Bryan Carver J
O Dr G. W. Guy Harry Fry, Corscombe T
B Guy Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly Dam 1m-1 1/4m winner In very capable hands but made an unpromising start to her career when tenth in a Stratford bumper in October. Tongue tie on for hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 LIKEWHATYOUSEE (USA) (234)
4 10-9
Br B f Street Sense (USA) - Maqboola (USA) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J
O Under The Radar Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Hunter Valley Farm/Grouseridge/D Ryan Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when making fifth Flat start a winning one at the Curragh (1 1/2m, heavy) in October, suited by emphasis on stamina. Since changed hands for 60,000 gns and joined a successful NH yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 PRINCESS OF BALLEA (IRE) (16) 353-U 4 10-9
Br B f Pillar Coral - Kalanisi Og (IRE) Harry Reed J
O Mr Mike Rowe Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B Ms Louise A. O’Mahony
TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest form when placed in 2 of her 3 bumpers Badly hampered and unseated rider first on recent C&D hurdles debut TFRHHIII BHA-
9 STEAL A GLANCE (GB) (54)
203- 4 10-9
Br B f Passing Glance - Kilconny Bridge (IRE)
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Anthony Honeyball Racing Club Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Mrs Rachael Honeyball geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in 2 of 3 starts in bumpers this year, latterly at Plumpton in April In good hands as she now goes hurdling TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: CLAIM DU BRIZAIS (FR) 5 10 7 Miss Heidi Palin 11-2 (Dan Skelton) 5 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1.
Stewards Note:
MEDINA BLUE: Following its run on 22/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Colegram (FR), 10-3 Dancing Dame (IRE), 4-1 Lady Kara (GB), 6-1 Likewhatyousee (USA), 14-1 Steal A Glance (GB), 16-1 Doobeedee (GB), 33-1 Bontessony Doll (GB), 50-1 Medina Blue (IRE), 66-1 Princess of Ballea (IRE)
COLEGRAM has moved to the all-conquering Dan Skelton stable after winning a couple of points and sure to be well prepared for this, she could be the answer. Lady Kara chases a hat-trick but looks vulnerable under a double penalty, so Dancing Dame and Flat recruit Likewhatyousee are feared most
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THE WILLIAM HILL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8500
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £3433, 2ND £1716, 3RD £859, 4TH £429, 5TH £214. (PENALTY VALUE £4488.85) WEIGHTS RAISED 4LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Pipe (22 wins from 138 runners, 16%) runs FINAL ENTRY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Pipe (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs FINAL ENTRY
Longest Traveller: JACK’S JURY trained by B Murphy, Ireland.
1 GROOM DE COTTE (FR) (9) 121/40-3 D 10 12-0
Br B g Tiger Groom - Traviata Valtat (FR) Richie McLernon J
O Mr N. Byrne Gary Brown, Swindon T
B Georges Richardot & Jean-Luc Buiron
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who got back on track after a sour Chepstow effort when third of 8 in a 3 1/4m handicap hurdle at Warwick (good to firm, 12/1) recently. His mark leaves little room for manoeuvre, though. TFRHHHII BHA96 (-2)
2 JACK’S JURY (IRE) (23) 6135-3U 6 11-13
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Shedan (IRE) Callum Pritchard J
O Mr L. H. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin T
B Mr Patrick Delaney
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark on first start for current yard at Ffos Las (2 1/2m) in March. Solid third from a 7lb higher mark at Chepstow next time and has run well on his completed start over fences since. Remains of interest on this return to hurdling TFRHHHHH BHA95
3 FINAL ENTRY (IRE) (51) 130/64- C 5 11-12
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE)
O Midd Shire Racing
Jack Tudor J
David Pipe, Wellington T
B Barronstown Stud B G Middleton Developments Ltd, W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over hurdles in a course juvenile in July 2024 and ran his best race since returning from a 16-month absence (including on the Flat) when fourth in 7-runner handicap (3m) atTaunton in April Furtherstep up in trip likely to suit based on that run and he must enter calculations TFRHHHHI BHA94
4 WINNING PADDY (IRE) (9) 10/050-1 CD 8 11-4
Br Br g Ocovango - Winning Indian (IRE)
James Davies J
O Team Dunn Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T
B Denis J. Reddan Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who left his previous form under Rules behind when winning 8-runner handicap chase at this course (3 1/4m, good to soft) last week. Reverts to hurdling from same mark and open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA86 (+3)
5 HURST HILL (IRE) (29) 22426-0 C
Br B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Nicat’s Benefit (IRE)
7 11-4
Daniel Sansom (3) J
O Mr J. H. Young Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Thomas Keating We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win came at this venue last July and would’ve likely finished a bit closer with a smoother passage at Fontwell on most recent outing Not ruled out back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA86
6
BITS BALLOU
(GB) (33) 006-4 5 10-10
Br B m Scorpion (IRE) - Bignose Kate Sam Twiston-Davies J
O The Jukes Family Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B R. N. and Mrs M. A. Jukes Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Has shown little in 3 hurdle starts to date, hinting at temperament to boot Upped markedly in trip for handicap bow. TFRHHIII BHA78
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2025: BREDON HILL DART 6 10 7 Ciaran O’Shea 11-2 (Susan Gardner) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Winning Paddy (IRE), 7-2 Final Entry (IRE), 11-2 Jack’s Jury (IRE), 13-2 Hurst Hill (IRE), 17-2 Groom de Cotte (FR), 12-1 Bits Ballou (GB)
THE OLYMPUS PLANT & TOOL HIRE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8500
RACE ANALYSIS
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £3433, 2ND £1716, 3RD £859, 4TH £429, 5TH £214. (PENALTY VALUE £4488.85) WEIGHTS RAISED 11LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE COLOURS NO HORSE
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Honeyball (15 wins from 65 runners, 23%) runs ASK PETER Longest Travellers: COUP DE GOLD & LINDEN LANE trained by Mrs C Williams, LLancarfan, 134 miles.
1 LINDEN LANE (IRE) (34) 60334-5
6 12-0
Br B g Linda’s Lad - Fortune Favours (IRE) Osian Radford (10) J
O Baytree Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T
B Carla Collins
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was in reasonable order to start 2026 but last couple of efforts have left plenty to be desired
2 CRAB ROAD (IRE) (49) P/00PP-
5 11-13
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Daly’s Cross Tom Bellamy J
O Acorn Builders Dorset Ltd Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Miss R. O’Neill Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Achieved little in maiden hurdles last year and was making no impression at the time when falling 4 out on handicap debut at Kilbeggan (19f, good to soft) in April Has since moved yards TFRHHIII BHA88
3 ASK PETER (FR) (64) 036304-
Br B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Attima
7 11-8
James Robottom (10) J
O Mr A. Honeyball Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Friar Ings Stud Ltd geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEW Front runner improved when third over 19f atTaunton in February but brushed aside both outings since. Assessor has lent a hand and this isn’t a deep race TFRHHHHI BHA83
4 COUP DE GOLD (IRE) (237) 55/3450- D
Br Br g Maxios - Astroglia (USA)
O Mrs C. Williams
B Niarchos Family
10 11-3
Miss Eleanor Williams (7) J
Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T
TIMEFORM VIEW On a lengthy losing run and looked unsuited by drop to 2m at Stratford when last seen in October TFRHHHII BHA78
5 BLUE SIAM (IRE) (13) 55-43
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Golden Temps (IRE)
4 11-2
Jonathan Burke J
O The Summer Club Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Ms Mary Gallagher Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat (stays 1 3/4m) who made a sound start to her handicap career when third of 7 at Stratford 2 weeks ago despite the odd mistake. Could build on that and this isn’t a strong contest TFRHHHHH BHA82
6
MINNIE BELLE (GB) (16)
500-6
Br B f Frontiersman - Lysander Belle (IRE)
O Mr Michael Harris
B Christian Leech & Mike Harris
4 10-9
Sean Houlihan J
Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked headstrong when well beaten in 4 maiden/novice hurdles Basement mark to work with now handicapping, at least TFRHHHHI BHA75
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: SASSIFIED (IRE) 7 11 0 Micheal Nolan 15-8 (Philip Hobbs & Johnson White) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Stewards Note: COUP DE GOLD: Following its run on 18/10/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled and hung left.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Ask Peter (FR), 3-1 Blue Siam (IRE), 4-1 Linden Lane (IRE), 11-2 Coup de Gold (IRE), 9-1 Minnie Belle (GB), 18-1 Crab Road (IRE)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £10000
1 MORNING MAYHEM (GB) (9) 1313-41 C 5 (in 7lb ex)12-0
Br B g Dragon Dancer - Midnight Mayhem (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O Felstead Partnership Nick Scholfield, Lambourn T
B Christopher T. Dawson Nick Scholfield Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Recordedafourthwinfromhislast8completedstarts(inframeother4)whenscoringeasilyinconditionsmoretestingthanadvertisedatthistrack(17f, good to soft) last time That race fell apart but he’s going the right way and can win again with the step back up in trip sure to benefit. TFR
2 DONNIE AZOFF (IRE) (38) 50315-2
10 11-13
Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Bonny River (IRE) Isabelle Ryder (5) J
O A Walk In The Park Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B P. J. Reynolds Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Goes well fresh and was unlucky to bump into a big improver when runner-up on reappearance at Hereford, however, his profile suggests he’s far from certain to be in the same mood this time TFRHHHII BHA118
3 DREAM DIAMOND (IRE) (39) 31003-U
6 11-11
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Curvacious (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Big Bang Racing James Owen, Newmarket T
B Conor Murphy The Rare Breed Meat Company S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start for the James Owen stable in a 2mWorcester maiden last August but was unable to build on a step back in the right direction when left with plenty to do at Fakenham last time (unseating 2 out). Hood goes on first time TFRHHHII BHA116
4 SIAM PARK (IRE) (15) F42F-U2 D 7 11-7
Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Present Attraction (IRE) Rian Corcoran (5) J
O Brocade Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Rathbarry Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enthusiastic front runner with 3 wins to his name over fences, he showed himself to still be in good form back over hurdles when runner-up under this good-value claimer atWorcester (2m) last time, however, has more on his plate in a deeper race TFRHHHII BHA112
5 ALMUHIT (IRE) (2) 2002-41 D 7 11-4
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ezima (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Scotty Brand Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Having finished a solid fourth in a big-field Punchestown handicap in late-April, he was always doing enough on return to hurdles when landing the odds in a 3-runner handicap at Fontwell onThursday and should go well again if turned out quickly under a penalty. TFRHHHHI BHA109
6 THREE PIKES (GB) (34) 22341-3 C BF
6 11-2
Br Br g Jack Hobbs - My Dixie J
O Mr Nick Shutts Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T
B Trull House Stud Ltd
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER TFRHHHHI BHA107
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
VIEW RUNNER TFR
2025: SEEYOUINMYDREAMS 7 11 2 Harry Cobden 5-6 (Paul Nicholls) 2 ran Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
MORNING MAYHEM has been a revelation for his current yard and can defy a penalty for last week’s course win. Almuhit didn’t look to have a tough race when winning at Fontwell on Wednesday and is respected if turned out quickly
HORSE WELFARE AT NEWTON ABBOT
At every race meeting held at Newton Abbot Racecourse there are three veterinary surgeons appointed to look after the welfare of all the horses in action. All three veterinary surgeons have specific expertise in the treatment of thoroughbreds and racing injuries
One vet will attend the Start and then follow the race in his/her vehicle in order to attend, fallen, lame or pulled up horses. A second vet will watch the horses in the Parade Ring and as they leave for the Start. This vet will then also follow the race in his/her vehicle to attend to any further incidents of fallen, lame or pulled up horses. The third vet will be on duty to attend to any incidents in the Stable Yard, or to treat injuries from previous races that have returned to the Stables. If the third vet is not required in the Stables during a race he/she will view the race from the steps to the “Old Press Box”, where they have a good view of the whole track, and are on hand as the horses pull up after the race
If all three vets are occupied treating horses, the BHA Veterinary Officer(s) on duty can be called upon to aid.
Whenever possible, at least one of the veterinary surgeons should be present in the Unsaddling Enclosure after each race
USE OF SCREENS
It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse 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 assume the worst if you see screens erected around an injured/fallen horse.
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (57 wins from 184 runners, 31%) runs RICKETY BRIDGE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Bowen (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs DEXPERTS OPINION
Longest Traveller: DEXPERTS OPINION trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
1 LA PINSONNIERE (FR) (34) 22/332-0
6 11-10
Br B m Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Ria Menina (FR) Nico de Boinville J
O Dash Grange Stud Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Baudron (S), Ecurie La Pinsonniere
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful ex-French performer who had her run of placings for current connections halted at 8 when mid-field at Haydock (3m, good) just under 5 weeks ago Open to significant improvement over fences given hurdling exploits since chasing debut back in late-2023/24. TFRHHHII BHA129
2 COURT IN A STORM (IRE) (15) 1F043-2 7 10-13
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Aimigayle Tom Bellamy J
O Park View Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T
B Crawford-Smith Family & Suzy Smith Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Completedhat-trick(includingabumperwin)whenmakingallinaUttoxeternovicehurdleintheautumn.Expensivetofollowinhandicapsthereafter, but bettered his hurdles form at the first time of asking over fences when runner-up atWorcester (23f) just over 2 weeks ago Will progress TFRHHHHI BHA118
3
RICKETY BRIDGE
(FR) (16) 4P/04-11 CD 7 10-12
Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Buck’s Babe (FR)
O Mrs Jennifer Irish
Freddie Gingell J
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Marc Bridoux Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner/successful hurdler who looked a natural when making a winning start to his chase career over C&D (good to soft) last month. Doubled his tally after a 3lb rise back here just over 2 weeks ago and holds obvious claims of completing the hat-trick TFRHHHHH BHA117
4 DEXPERTS OPINION (IRE) (21) 10040-1
6 10-7
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Anotherlady (IRE) James Bowen J
O Miss Jayne Brace Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Philip Dempsey Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW FinisheddownthefieldonfinalstartforM.SerorlastOctoberbuthavingbeensoldfor13,000,madeasuccessfulBritishdebutatlongoddsafter 7 months off in 11-runner handicap hurdle atWorcester (23f, good) 3 weeks ago This just a second chase start and he may well kick on. TFRHHHII BHA112
DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2025: ART OF DIPLOMACY 9 10 2 Shane Fenelon 15-8 (Mickey Bowen) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-4 Rickety Bridge (FR), 10-3 Dexperts Opinion (IRE), 7-2 Court In A Storm (IRE), 6-1 La Pinsonniere (FR)
A compelling case can be made for each of the quartet, but preference is for RICKETY BRIDGE, who has taken very well to this discipline and Paul Nicholls’7-y-o can complete a C&D hat-trick with further progress in the offing Court In A Storm made a promising start in this sphere recently and he’s taken to edge out La Pinsonniere for the forecast spot
THE SUN RACINGTHE FAVOURITE PULLOUT EVERY DAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
(GBB RACE)
FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £11000
Longest Travellers: BEORMA & AT THE OCHE & COBBLER’S BOY trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 162 miles.
1 COBBLER’S BOY (IRE) (30) 4444-12 CD BF 6 12-2
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Cobbler’s Gold (IRE) Harry Atkins (5) J
O Sullivan Group Limited & Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Philip Heskin The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a drop in the weights to break his duck over fences in a weak C&D handicap in May before creditable second back over hurdles at this course 7 days later. Good-value conditional booked to offset recent rise but looks stable second string on paper TFRHHHHI BHA112
2 AT THE OCHE (IRE) (81) 125222- D
5 11-12
Br Ch g Ocovango - Carnival Flag (FR) Charlie Todd J
O Hools & Forces Partnership Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Peter Molony Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper and maiden hurdle winner for Nigel &WillyTwiston-Davies Starts out life for new connections on the back of a breathing operation and, though bred to make a chaser, he appeals as the least likely to the Skelton trio to win this TFRHHHII BHA108
3 FIRST ANGEL (FR) (87) 231/41/P- D 10 11-8
Br B g Anabaa Blue - Fontaine de Mars (FR)
Freddie Keighley (5) J
O Mr Stephen Sugden Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B E.A.R.L. Haras de Saint-Vincent Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences who very much shaped as if needing the run after 14 months off at Exeter in March. Back on last winning mark and cheekpieces refitted but leap of faith required TFRHHIII BHA104
4 BEORMA (IRE) (3) P0-1111 D 7 (in7lbex)11-2
Br Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Mourneseafood Lass (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mr J. McIver
B Hugh Suffern
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved over both hurdles/fences since fitted with a tongue tie, gaining her fourth success in less than 2 weeks in a Southwell handicap chase onTuesday. Looks thrown in again if taking up the declaration just 3 days on. Hard to beat. Engaged 5.08WorcesterThursday. TFRHHHHH BHA91 (+11)
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
2025: CENTARA (IRE) 7 11 2 Jay Tidball 9-4 (Paul Nicholls) 6 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2. Stewards Note:
FIRST ANGEL: Following its run on 17/3/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P.’s: 4-6 Beorma (IRE), 3-1 Cobbler’s Boy (IRE), 8-1 At The Oche (IRE), 12-1 First Angel (FR)
BEORMA heads a three-pronged Dan Skelton assault on this race and looks poised to complete a five-timer barring mishap, with the chief threat perhaps coming from stablemate Cobblers Boy.
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THE RACING TO SCHOOL REACHES 25 YEARS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (28 wins from 82 runners, 34%) runs PARK HALL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (12 wins from 23 runners, 52%) runs PARK HALL
Longest Traveller: BLINDED BY GRACE trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
1 BLINDED BY GRACE (GB) (19) 3-1 5 11-9
Br B g Ask - Get A High (IRE) James Bowen J
O Mrs Karen Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Karen Bowen Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORMVIEW Isn’t bred to be much but confirmed his Rules debut promise from 9 months earlier with victory in 5-runner bumper (9/4) at Uttoxeter (2m, good to soft) 19 days ago More needed under a penalty but his attitude should continue to stand him in good stead TFRHHHII BHA-
2 LET’S HAVE A
DRINK (GB) (-)
5 11-2
Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Lady Avery (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O Mr Alan Jones Alan Jones, Timberscombe T
B A. E. Jones
TIMEFORM VIEW Sans Frontieres gelding Dam, poor maiden hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Definitelyanoscar TFRHHIII BHA-
3 PARK HALL (IRE) (39) 1 5 10-9
Br B or Br m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Brazen Baloo (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Hools & Forces Partnership Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Stephanie Hanly Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW 13,0003-y-o,£27,0005-y-o,WalkInTheParkmare.Damunracedhalf-sistertousefulhurdler(stayed25f)JungleProseandbumperwinner/fairlyuseful hurdler (stayed 19f) Spring Note.Won sole start in Irish points last month and is of obvious interest on Rules debut for top stable Wears hood TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 POPPYCAT (IRE) (-)
5 10-9
Br Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Swiss Roll (IRE) James Davies J
O Mr Gerard Obrien Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B G. O’Brien Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Doyen mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including dual Grand National winner Tiger Roll Dam 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner who stayed 2m.
5 PETITE POET (IRE) (-) 4 10-4
Br B f Poet’s Word (IRE) - Passionate Lady (IRE) Miss Eleanor Williams (7) J
O Mrs C. Williams Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T
B Mr Conor Hayes
TIMEFORM VIEW Poet’sWord filly. Half-sister to dual bumper winner Queenofthejukebox, stays 2 1/2m. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (19f winner) Limestone Rock, from family of high-class 2m hurdler/smart chaser Accordion Etoile. Has an attractive pedigree and a market check is required TFRHHHII BHA-
6 UNFLAPPABLE (GB) (30) 3
4 10-4
Br Ch f Gentlewave (IRE) - Rosie’s Rein (IRE) David Noonan J
O Gregory, Huggins, Huggins and Langford Ben Clarke, Corscombe T
B Linda Blackford & Mike Vanstone Ben Clarke Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Gentlewavefilly Half-sistertofairlyusefulchaserPureCarbon.Attractedsupportandmadeanencouragingstarttohercareerwhenthird in 10-runner bumper at Newton Abbot (17f) last month. Can put her experience to good use. Engaged 6.10WorcesterThursday. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2025: THREE PIKES 5 11 2 David Noonan 9-4 (Henry Oliver) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No. 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Park Hall (IRE), 11-4 Unflappable (GB), 4-1 Blinded By Grace (GB), 15-2 Petite Poet (IRE), 16-1 Poppycat (IRE), 22-1 Let’s Have A Drink (GB)
PARK HALL has joined a powerful stable following a recent Irish point win and is taken to follow up on this switch to Rules Unflappable showed plenty in a C&D bumper on her debut last month and can provide the main threat if taking up this engagement (also declared 6.10 Worcester Thursday).
SP GUARANTEE
JUNE
LADIES EVENING
FIXTURE LIST 2026
TUESDAY 23RD JUNE (EVENING MEETING)
JULY
NOT THE COWBOYS PERFORM AFTER RACING
FRIDAY 3RD JULY
SHARED OWNERSHIP DAY
MONDAY 13TH JULY
FAMILY FUN DAY FEATURING THE MASCOT RACE
SUNDAY 19TH JULY
AUGUST
SAM & THE STRINGS AFTER RACING
SATURDAY 22ND AUGUST
ABBA NIGHT
THURSDAY 27TH AUGUST (EVENING MEETING)
SEPTEMBER
MEET AN EQUINE HERO
MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER
RED CUPS PERFORM AFTER RACING
FRIDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER
MEET AN EQUINE HERO
MONDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
WEATHERBYS INTERMEDIATE CHASE DAY
SATURDAY 17TH OCTOBER
HALLOWEEN FAMILY DAY
WEDNESDAY 28TH OCTOBER
CONDITIONS
First Race 5.13 -THE ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY MARES’NOVICES’HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, June 6th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb The Alzheimer’s Society have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 20 entries at £29. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 5.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, June 6th and pay £21 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Penalties, after May 30th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb William Hill have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse. This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 15 entries at £21. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 6.25 - THE OLYMPUS PLANT & TOOL HIRE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, June 6th and pay £21 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Penalties, after May 30th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Olympus Plant & Tool Hire have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 13 entries at £21. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) Weights raised 11lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 7.00 - THE execontainers.com 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). £20 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Penalties, after May 30th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Execontainers.com have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 9 entries, 1 at £4 and 8 at £20. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 1lb. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.35 - THE ST. AUSTELL BREWERY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822 and the fourth £912. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £53 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £42 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after May 30th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). St. Austell Brewery have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 9 entries, 5 at £11 and 4 at £53. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 33 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 8.10 - THE SUN RACING THE FAVOURITE PULLOUT EVERY DAY 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 and the fourth £668. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Penalties, after May 30th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Sun Racing have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections as part of the Summer Jumps Racing Championships In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse. This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 9 entries at £50. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556. (Penalty Value £5809.10) SEE PAGE 39 FOR THIS RACE
Seventh Race 8.45 - THE RACING TO SCHOOL REACHES 25 YEARS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four and five yrs old 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, June 6th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb 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 Newton Abbot Races Ltd. have kindly supported the prize money for this race & will present a memento to the winning connections In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse. This in turn will count towards Newton Abbot’s Best Turned Out Championship which is running throughout the 2026 season. 11 entries at £20. - Closed June 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
