A VERY WARM WELCOME BACK TO EVERYONE FOR THE START OF OUR NEW SEASON HERE AT NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE FOR OUR FAMILY RACEDAY.
As no doubt you are aware, we endured a difficult season in 2024 where the weather claimed six of our eighteen fixtures Fortunately, and we are touching wood as I write this, the weather has so far been on our side in 2025 and we are delighted to be back Racing.
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, Weatherbys, for their generous and extended support of Newton Abbot They are great partners and we are delighted to welcome them back
We do have a new team at the helm this year, with John Baker our new CEO replacing Pat Masterson who was with us for 34 years and is now enjoying well deserved retirement. Ben Robarts is our new Clerk of the Course replacing Jason Loosemore, who we are ever grateful to for guiding Ben through last year whilst he achieved his accreditation. We have an exciting season ahead with plenty happening on and off course. Please have a look at our Fixture List with its new themes elsewhere in this official programme. I know John and Ben are very keen to hear people’s feedback on their experiences of Newton Abbot Racecourse and how we can continue to improve
Today is a Family Day (all our fixtures this year that fall into a school holiday will be family days) and as well as a crème egg on arrival today, we have face painting, bouncy castles, hook a duck and the children’s play area all located in the Course Enclosure (everyone welcome) today, alongside six thrilling horse races.
We don’t have long to wait for our next fixture too, which is Easter Saturday 19th April and always attracts a great crowd and atmosphere. 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.
Best wishes,
Hugh Michelmore Chairman Newton Abbot Racecourse
Ian Bulpin & Ant
Tom Evetts
Robert Webb
Guy Upton
Beth Dowswell
Margaret Groves
Sophia Upton & Ciaran McKee
Guy Lewis
Chris Hill
David Freeman
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Steve Fox, Vince McKevitt, Martin Knight, Christopher Maiden
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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:
A. C. O’Keeffe
Aled Evans & Tommy Williams
Ann & Tony Gale
Big Time Billy Racing
Brocade Racing
Frost Racing Club
House Family Partnership
Livin’ The Dream
Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 11
Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 17
Mr Billy Aprahamian
Mr C. J. Down
Mr C. R. Leech
Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens
Mr D. V. Gardner
Mr N. Sutton
Mr Phill Meaden
Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire
Mr Roger Harrison
Mr Tom Weston
Ms M. L. Peterson
Notre Cheval Partnership
Owners Group 098
Simonell Racing
Stephen Sugden and Helen Sugden
Talking Horses
The Evron Experience
The Moore’s
Tim & Liz Heal
Toni, Dai & Griffiths
Troika Racing
W.G. & A.G. Vestey
West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
Woodhayes racing club
WE HOPE THAT YOU ALL HAVE AN ENJOYABLE AND SUCCESSFUL DAY’S RACING
OUR NEXT MEETING
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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WE HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY WITH US AT NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE TODAY, WE HAVE A VARIETY OF FOOD AND DRINK OUTLETS FOR YOU TO ENJOY.
Race preview from Weatherbys
Three of today’s six races are sponsored by Weatherbys, starting withtheopeningcontest,a0-120class 4 handicap chase over the minimum trip.
Just the three go to post, with Yes Indeedtoppingtheweights.Theeightyear-oldranoutacomfortablewinner at Stratford last month and looked worthy of a 6lb rise. Whilst Famoso is consistent and Dexter receives plenty of weight, Martin Keighley’s runner is likelytobetoughtobeat–ifinasimilar mood – under champion elect, Sean Bowen.
Sixruninracefour,theweatherbysshop. co.ukHandicapHurdle,a0-110contest over an extended 3m2f. Keighley and Bowen once again team up here with PikeRoad,whowearsfirst-timecheekpieces. The six-year-old is 0-5 over hurdlestodatebutoughttoappreciate revertingtohandicapcompany.
There are three course winners in the line-up – those being Townhill, CoconutTwist and Lightonthewing –with Coconut Twist the most in-form ofthattrio,arrivinghereonthebackof winningonquickgroundatExeter.
Guy shoulders top-weight, whilst the hat-trick seeking mare Musique de Fee won good ground handicaps at both Hereford and Sedgefield during March and has gone up fully 18lbs in the process. Cheek-pieces appear to have sharpened up Georgina Nicholls’ grey, who is at the top of her game at present.
Thepenultimateraceisanotherthreerunner affair, with Lord Baddesley heading the weights for Anthony Honeyball and Sam Twiston-Davies. The 10-year-old hasn’t won for more thantwoyears,however,andcontinues todropdownthehandicap.
Investment Manager is a course specialist, having recorded five of his six wins at the track. Over this trip, he is sure to be ridden positively and will attempt to make this a test under Brendan Powell. Jaramillo also likes to be ridden forward, so it will be interestingtoseewhocangaincontrol ofthecontestfromanearlystageand Warren Greatrex’s seven-year-old hasbeenindecentformoflate,under similarconditions.
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FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £11000
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Keighley (3 wins from 35 runners, 9%) runs YES INDEED
Longest Traveller: FAMOSO trained by M Sheppard, Ledbury, 141 miles.
1 YES INDEED (FR) (31) 440-4P1
Br B g Martaline - She Hates Me (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Stephen Sugden and Helen Sugden Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Marie-Christine Gabeur Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORM VIEW Was a Listed winning chaser in France back in 2021 and showed the immediate benefit for a change of stable/8-month break as he got off the mark in Britain in 7-runner event at Stratford (17f, good to soft) last month, going on before last. 6lb higher but likely to take all the beating here.
2 FAMOSO (IRE) (21) 114523 D
9 11-2
Br B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE) Stan Sheppard J
O The Evron Experience Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
B Sweetmans Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce in November/December, the final leg at Ludlow. Returned to form after a couple of unusually lacklustre efforts when third (a place aheadofDexter)atthesamecourse(16f,good)3weeksagoandisnowbackdowntohislastwinningmark.LooksthemaindangertoYesIndeed
3 DEXTER (FR) (21)
30066-4
8 10-7
Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Hideaway (FR) Jack Hogan (3) J
O Mr C. R. Leech Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T
B Skymarc Farm W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple winner in France and shaped as if retaining ability after 19 months off when fourth (a place behind Famoso) of 5 in handicap chase at Ludlow(16f,good)3weeksago,hisriderquicktoacceptmattersoncehischancehadgone Onetokeepaneyeshouldthemarketspeakinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA97
Having rather lost his way for the O’Neill yard last year, YES INDEED showed the immediate benefit for a change of scenery/8-month break when scoring under this rider at Stratford last month and, remaining well treated on old form, he gets the nod to go 2-2 for Martin Keighley Famoso, who finished a place ahead of Dexter at Ludlow 3 weeks ago, can chase home the selection.
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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.
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BACK TO NEWTON ABBOT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Pipe (21 wins from 140 runners, 15%) runs JOHANNES
Weightwatcher: JOHANNES won off a handicap mark of 89, his rating is now down 7lb to 82.
Longest Traveller: BOSKILL BORDEN trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 211 miles
1 IRIS DES ISSARDS (FR) (23) 2-340P4 7 12-0
Br Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Opaline du Bouchat (FR) Callum Pritchard J
O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T
B Elevage Laitre SCEA The Firehouse Somerset S
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable placed efforts on his first 2 outings of the seasonbut well beaten atWincanton andTaunton since. Ran creditably on return to Exeter (fourth of 6, 21.6f) despite not looking sharper for first-time cheekpieces. Not many miles on the clock and claims reunited with top conditional. TFR
2 BOSKILL BORDEN (IRE) (12) 436000
6 11-8
Br B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Aweebounce (IRE) Shane Fenelon J
O Toni, Dai & Griffiths David Rees, Haverfordwest T
B Pat McCarthy
TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one win from 11 starts over hurdles in Ireland and below form on his final 2 starts there. Hasn’t fired in two starts for this yard and questions to answer now with cheekpieces refitted TFRHHIII BHA94
3 ZUFAL (GB) (119) 0065-U0
8 10-11
Br B g Worthadd (IRE) - Easy To Sing Ellis Collier J
O Frost Racing Club Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T
B Aunty Ifl A S Trade Car Sales S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed first form when fourth of 12 in a novice hurdle here in May but no impact since, never a threat when ninth of 13 in handicap hurdle (125/1) at Taunton (16.5f, good) 119 days ago Needs to improve for the longer trip on his return. TFRHHHII BHA83
4 JOHANNES (FR) (48) 1P-PP0P 5 10-10
Br Gr g French Fifteen (FR) - Jaillissante (FR) Ben Bromley J
O Livin’The Dream David Pipe, Wellington T
B Baudouin de La Motte Saint-Pierre Et al W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 2m Flat winner in France and off the mark over hurdles in 19f Taunton novice handicap last February. Pulled up on 4 of 5 starts since and has plenty to prove now. TFRHHHII BHA82
5 SHE HAS
NOTIONS
(IRE) (114) P-1P53P 8 10-4
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Moscow Mo Chuisle (IRE) Freddie Keighley (10) J
O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 11 Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B K. Mortell FBC Manby Bowdler S TIMEFORMVIEW Bettereffortwhenthirdina21/2chasewithvisorrefittedatLudlowlastOctoberbuttypicallyfailedtobackthatupwhenpulledupinahandicap chase at Catterick (19.2f, good) last December Inconsistent type is difficult to predict but does benefit from stable’s conditional claiming 10lb TFRHHHII BHA76
6 STAGE SHOW (GB) (35) 460060
5 10-3
Br B g Showcasing - Floria Tosca (IRE) Chad Bament (5) J
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T
B Fittocks Stud Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and more like it over hurdles with a brace of fourth place finishes in handicaps around 17f in the autumn. However, form has subsequently dipped and while a bounce back is needed, he finds himself racing from a career-low mark in a very modest contest Not ruled out. TFRHHHHI BHA75
7 SEVENOFUS (IRE) (16) 300625 9 10-2
Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Gortnagowna (IRE) Elizabeth Gale (5) J
O Tim & Liz Heal Carroll Gray, Bridgwater T
B Mrs Karen Hannon
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved herself still in good form when creditable fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle atTaunton (23.9f, good) 16 days ago Tongue tie and cheekpieces now refittedinabidtobreaklong-standingmaidentagunderRules Racesfrom1lboutofhandicapandmayhavetosettleforminorhonoursonceagain. TFRHHHII BHA73
8 THE WIRE FLYER (GB) (41) 0P/-PP4P
Br B g Champs Elysees - Good Morning Star (IRE)
O Aled Evans & Tommy Williams
10 10-2
Lewis Saunders (3) J
Alison Thorpe, Carmarthen T B Ed’s Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up on four of his last five starts and is hard to recommend from 4lb out of the handicap TFRHHIII BHA70
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 7.
Stewards Note:
SHE HAS NOTIONS: Following its run on 17/12/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake THE WIRE FLYER: Following its run on 28/2/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Iris des Issards (FR), 5-1 Stage Show (GB), 11-2 Sevenofus (IRE), 6-1 She Has Notions (IRE), 15-2 Boskill Borden (IRE), 20-1 Johannes (FR), 22-1 The Wire Flyer (GB), 33-1 Zufal (GB)
Down in grade and reunited with Callum Pritchard (placed on two previous rides) IRIS DES ISSARDS may be able to break his maiden tag in an ordinary race for the grade Stage Show merits consideration racing from a career-low hurdles mark, while the enigmatic She Has Notions isn’t ruled out with the stable’s conditional rider claiming a valuable 10lb against fellow conditionals.
CASH MACHINE
There is a cash machine available in the Paddock enclosure.
BOOKMAKERS
INDIVIDUAL BOOKERS can be found in front of the stands in all enclosures. TOTE windows are situated throughout the racecourse TOTESPORT operate SP Betting Shops in both enclosures which accept every type of bet.
GENERAL FACILITIES
CONFERENCES AND CATERING
MEETINGS AND TRAINING SEMINARS
Newton Abbot Racecourse and Conference Centre can offer the perfect venue throughout the year.
Whether it’s an important board meeting, a training seminar or large conference we can take care of all your needs.
The racecourse is a quiet location with ample parking and all the facilities you would expect from a modern conference centre.
ROOM LAYOUTS
As well as the standard theatre style we can set rooms up in classroom, cabaret or boardroom format.
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MARES’MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8500
Leading course trainer (20-25): P & M Bowen (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs MIGHTY FLEUR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Aprahamian (3 wins from 6 runners, 50%) runs JOKERS ‘N’ CLOWNS
Longest Traveller: MERRY SHUIL trained by J Candlish, Leek, 223 miles
1 DAWN’S DESIRE (IRE) (35) F0
5 11-6
Br B m Milan - Ma Baker (IRE) Harry Kimber J
O Ann & Tony Gale Robert Walford, Blandford T
B Kieran & Breda Lennon Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW No encouragement to glean from both outings in mares maiden hurdles
2 GORCOMBE BLUESKYE (GB) (58) P
5 11-6
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Seenigora Paul O’Brien J
O Mr Phill Meaden Robert Walford, Blandford T
B Mr Phill Meaden Gorcombe Extreme Sports S
TIMEFORMVIEW Sent off 300/1 when pulled up in mares maiden hurdle at Lingfield (19.5f, heavy) on debut a couple of months ago, beaten long way out TFRHIIII BHA-
3 JOKERS‘N’CLOWNS (IRE) (66) 5-P0000
Br B m Jet Away - Certain Hope (IRE)
6 11-6
James Bowen J
O Mr Billy Aprahamian Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T
B Arctic Tack Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Rather lost his way for Gavin Patrick Cromwell and first-time cheekpieces failed to have the desired effect at Punchestown in February. Headgear left off for yard debut and she could make her mark in this (should be suited by this sort of trip). TFRHHHII BHA104
4 MERRY SHUIL (IRE) (52) 0-4 7 11-6
Br Ch m Mahler - Whats Anothershuil (IRE)
O A. C. O’Keeffe
Gavin Sheehan J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Mr Brett Merry PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW TailedoffinabumperforLeonardPaulFlynnbutmorelikeitwithahoodfittedonhurdlingdebutforhernewyard13monthslater when fourth of 8 in maiden at Carlisle (19.3f, good to soft) in February.This extra distance should suit and she’s open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 MIGHTY FLEUR (GB) (151) 2-32 5 11-6
Br B m Scorpion (IRE) - Big Time Billy (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Big Time Billy Racing Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B John Bryan
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when placed all 3 starts in bumpers, latest when runner-up at Ffos Las when last seen 5 months ago Likely sort on hurdles bow provided she’s ready to roll TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 NORTHERN
SYMPHONIE (GB) (34) 00-0050 5
Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Night Symphonie
11-6
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Talking Horses Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T
B R. J. & S. A. Carter
TIMEFORM VIEW 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. TFRHHHII BHA92
A tricky puzzle to solve despite the small field but MIGHTY FLEUR was placed on all 3 starts in bumpers so she gets the nod to make a winning hurdling debut returning from 5 months off Heading up the dangers is Merry Shuil, who showed much more than she had in a bumper in Ireland when finishing fourth first time up over hurdles at Carlisle in February. Jokers‘N’Clowns can fill out third.
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
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 £2 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
and not available for sale on racedays There will be
assist should you have any problems.
Rotary Newton Abbot stands proudly as the largest club in the southwest with over 100 Rotarians, Corporate members and Friends. We are dedicated to recruiting new members to bolster our efforts in supporting local causes in Newton Abbot and beyond.
We meet most Tuesdays at Dainton Park Golf Club however contribution through volunteering is valued as much as attendance. If you would like to know more, contact us,
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FOURTH RACE 3.55
THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Twiston-Davies (5 wins from 43 runners, 12%) runs GUY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Twiston-Davies (1 win from 13 runners, 8%) runs GUY
Longest Traveller: MUSIQUE DE FEE trained by G Nicholls, Kingston Lisle, 147 miles
1 GUY (IRE) (27) 146500 10 12-1
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O W.G. & A.G. Vestey Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Corrib Racing Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better known as a chaser and is now racing off an 11lb lower mark over hurdles, though he’s offered little on a couple of starts over smaller obstacles in recent months, well held at Doncaster (20.8f) latest and now stepped up markedly in trip. Others more convincing.
2 PIKE ROAD (GB) (22) 0225F3 BF
6 12-1
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Ile de See (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Roger Harrison Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Greenlands Farm Stud FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up first 2 starts over hurdles (under this jockey) and matched that form on sole run in a handicap Running creditably when falling 3 out at Ludlow in February but below form down in trip at Haydock (21.2f) last time Cheekpieces fitted and could bounce back reunited with Sean Bowen. TFRHHHHI BHA111
3 MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE) (21) 4P4311 D
6 11-13
Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Fairy Tale (FR) Joshua Bryan J
O Ms M. L. Peterson Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T
B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Revival Solutions Group Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on the back of a double following a dominant display at Hereford (25.5f, good) prior to a career-best off an 11lb higher mark at Sedgefield (27f) last time, beating a fellow unexposed stayer. Bids for hat-trick from 7lb higher mark and can’t be ruled out in her current form. TFRHHHHI BHA109
Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Neat ‘n Nimble Lucy Gardner J
O Woodhayes racing club
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Mrs Patricia Doran Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on lower hurdles mark at Chepstow (23.6f) in February but disappointed back over fences atWincanton the following month. Still on a fair mark in this sphere and no surprise to see him go well having already won over this course and distance. TFRHHHII BHA92
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Coconut Twist (IRE), 11-4 Musique de Fee (IRE), 4-1 Pike Road (GB), 15-2 Lightonthewing (IRE), 12-1 Townhill (IRE), 18-1 Guy (IRE)
It might pay to take a chance on TOWNHILL who was mixing it in better company than this when scoring three times last summer and is now racing from 1lb below his latest winning mark, that victory having come over C&D Last time out winner Coconut Twist has proved remarkably consistent over hurdles of late and he should go well again, while Pike Road may be able to recapture his form now reunited with Sean Bowen.
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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.
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THE WEATHERBYS SCIENTIFIC HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £15000
Absent prior to a disappointing run in the Grimthorpe Chase last month but return to this shorter trip a plus and better showing anticipated. TFR
2 INVESTMENT MANAGER (GB) (65) 101346 CD 9 11-7
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Two Days In Paris (FR) Brendan Powell J
O Brocade Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Two Days In Paris Partnership Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Compiled a very solid record at this track, gaining a third chase victory here last May and going in again over hurdles in September Not firing on all cylinders during the winter but his mark has eased as a result and return to this venue an obvious plus back from a break TFRHHHHI BHA121
3 JARAMILLO (GB)
(17) 401232 7 11-2
Br B g Oasis Dream - Guajara (GER) James Bowen J
O Owners Group 098 Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler and quickly reached a similar level in this sphere, albeit flattered by proximity when second in 3-runner handicap chase atWincanton (20f) 17 days ago Still, respected as an in-form sort again partnered by James Bowen. TFRHHHHI BHA116
LORD BADDESLEY needs to dispel a below-par display at Doncaster, yet he faces an appreciably easier task here with that run under his belt, so could be the way to go from a potentially lenient mark. Both Jaramillo and multiple course scorer Investment Manager also merit respect in this scenario, however. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LORD BADDESLEY (IRE) 2.JARAMILLO 3.INVESTMENT MANAGER
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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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THE NEWTON ABBOT OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Hobbs & J White (15 wins from 96 runners, 16%) runs CALL ME LEGEND
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Scott (3 wins from 6 runners, 50%) runs BORDER GEM
Longest Traveller: JOSH CENTRAL trained by T Weston, Hindlip, 150 miles
1 BEN LOMOND (IRE) (35) 04 5 11-4
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 Well beaten in 2 bumpers
2 CALL ME LEGEND (IRE) (89) P-53
5 11-4
Br B g Milan - Morning Legend (IRE) Sean Houlihan J
O House Family Partnership Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Mr Michael Dillon Lydeard Farm Bush Camp & Lodge S
TIMEFORM VIEW £28,000 3-y-o, £24,000 5-y-o brother to useful hurdler Orbys Legend (winner up to 25f) and fairly useful hurdler/ useful chaser Morning Spirit (3m winner). Third on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Jan 11). Worth a look TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 SEEYOU AGAIN (GB) (-) 5 11-4
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - A Star In My Eye (IRE) Lucy Gardner J
O Mr D. V. Gardner Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B D V Gardner Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding Dam, 9f-12.4f winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (winner around 2m) Bobs Pride TFRHHHII BHA-
4 BORDER GEM (GB) (57) 54
Br B m Gemix (FR) - Border Flora
O Notre Cheval Partnership
5 10-11
Chad Bament (7) J
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B T. C. Dawson Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Mid-field at best in bumpers at Taunton and Hereford. This is easier and she’s a player under conditional taking off 7lb TFRHHHII BHA-
5 WINTERS HILL (GB) (-) 5 10-11
Br Gr or Gr m Linda’s Lad - Lily Potts
O Mr C. J. Down
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J
Chris Down, Cullompton T
B C. J. Down Woodwarm Stoves S
TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad mare. Half-sister to modest hurdler Hazy Dream. Dam 17f hurdle winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (winner around 2m) Tominator. Newcomer to consider TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 JEEPSTER (GB) (39) 00
4 10-10
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Shesells Seashells Robert Dunne J
O The Moore’s Robert Stephens, Caldicot T
B Smarden Thoroughbreds Mvr Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in 2 bumpers TFRHIIII BHA-
7 JOSH CENTRAL (IRE) (16) 5 4 10-10
Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - The Central Lady (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Tom Weston Tom Weston, Hindlip T
B Pat Casey & Liam O’Doherty
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit in Taunton bumper a fortnight ago Bred for a lot further but this won’t take much winning and he’s got to be respected under Sean Bowen. TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 LORD VIRGINIA (FR) (-)
Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Virginia Bella (FR)
O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 17
B Mr Pascal Noue & Mme Valerie Lutz
4 10-10
Freddie Keighley (10) J
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORMVIEW Walzertakt gelding out of a fair French hurdler (17f winner), half-sister to temperamental but useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 29f) Viking Blond and fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Virginia Chick Could figure. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 8.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Josh Central (IRE), 4-1 Call Me Legend (IRE), 5-1 Border Gem (GB), 11-2 Winters Hill (GB), Lord Virginia (FR), 8-1 See You Again (GB), 66-1 Jeepster (GB), 100-1 Ben Lomond (IRE)
Not a strong-looking bumper on paper and WINTERS HILL is chanced over Call Me Legend before market clues. Border Gem and Josh Central have both shown a bit in this sphere and could figure prominently.
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CONDITIONS
First Race 2.10 -THEWEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, and the third £1379. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £39 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento to the winning owner In addition, Weatherbys kindly give a cash prize of £60 to the employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 6 entries at £39. - Closed April 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147. (Penalty Value £5990.60)
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Second Race 2.45 - THE WELCOME BACK TO NEWTON ABBOT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 7th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Newton Abbot Races Limited will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £32. - Closed April 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) A
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Third Race 3.20 - THE newtonabbotracing.com MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Newton Abbot Races Ltd have kindly sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize of £60 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out 9 entries at £42. - Closed April 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)
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Fourth Race 3.55 -THE weatherbysshop.co.uk 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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento to the winning owner In addition, Weatherbys kindly give a cash prize of £60 to the employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 1 at £6 and 10 at £31. - Closed April 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
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Fifth Race 4.30 - THE WEATHERBYS SCIENTIFIC 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, and the third £1822. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento to the winning owner In addition, Weatherbys kindly give a cash prize of £60 to the employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 6 entries, 1 at £11 and 5 at £55. - Closed April 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money.Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights lowered 6lb.
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Sixth Race 5.05 - THE NEWTON ABBOT OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 3 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 maiden four, five and six 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, April 4th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Riders’Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Newton Abbot Races Limited will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £20. - Closed April 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money.Winner £2087; Second £1044;Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
