A VERY WARM WELCOME TO YOU ALL FROM THE TEAM HERE AT NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE ON WHAT IS OUR FIRST FAMILY FUN RACEDAY OF 2026! 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, who are St Austell Brewery, Thatchers and Tribute. We hope they and their guests have a great day with us today.
In addition to the excellent Racing action today, we have lots of activities for all the family that is available to all racegoers today
There are Bouncy castles and Inflatables on the lawn in front of the Course Enclosure Grandstand Face Painting is on the decking outside Alfrescos Café. There’s a Colouring competition in the Course Bar, along with biscuit decorating. Also on the Lawn in front of the Course Enclosure Grandstand we’ll have the Human Fruit Machine and Hook A Duck. Our mascot Blaze will be on patrol (and distributing crème eggs whilst stocks last) whilst we are delighted to welcome wandering magician Ozzy Dee who will be making his first appearance here.
Our next fixture here is on Wednesday 6th May when everyone will have the chance to see the ever-popular Newton Abbot hero horse Kauto the King parade and be available to meet his adoring public in our temporary stable. That is swiftly followed a week later on the 13th May by our first evening meeting of the season featuring a Queen tribute performance after racing in the Paddock Suite.
Don’t forget that Newton Abbot Racecourse is open for business all year round for events, occasions, conferencing and much more.
Finally thank you again to you all for supporting us through thick and thin, it is hugely appreciated and valued and we hope to see you again soon (please see our fixture list later in this racecard). Have a great day.
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Nigel Payne MBE
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John Pearn
Sophie Candy
Michael Walton
Milly Bersey
William Jordan, Ciaran McKee
Guy Lewis
Robert Cuthbert
David Freeman
Simon Cope (Senior), Marc Epps, Joe Peoples
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Andrew Hill, Chris Johansson
Vince McKevitt, Darren Stone, Kelly Corke
Alan Howes
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John Baker
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Stuart Taylor AWCF
George Welch (Joint Chair)
Sir Peter Austin Bt (Joint Chair)
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John Baker
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C & C Boultbee Brooks
Chris Tory
Claire Hitch & RME Wright
DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson
Hollery Racing
Ian Moore
J Allison & Racingpulses
Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd.
Meadvale Syndicate
Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook
Mr A. Evans
Mr D. G. Staddon
Mr K. A. Nelmes
Mr M. Morton
Mr Mark Timothy Davies
Mr Michael Geoghegan
Mr P. D. Wells
Mr R. M. E. Wright
Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire
Mr Tom Bond
Mr Willem Van Der Horst
Mrs Deborah Potter
Mrs E. Roberts
My Own Lovely Lee Syndicate
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Laffer
Owners Group 158
R. W. and Mrs Mitchell, D. V. Gardner
S Clare G Kennington & C Knowles
The 69 Racing Team
The Black Jacks
The Jolissaints
The Jukes Family
The Plumpton Party
The Three Cabelleros
Tim Syder & Martin St Quinton
Vernon & Anna Phillips
WG Vestey AG Vestey D Spencer
Churchill
Woodhayes Racing Club
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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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What’s On Today
Bouncy Castles & Inflatables
Play Park
Mascot Blaze will be out and about Free crème eggs for the first 250 children to arrive today
Face Painting
Magician
Human Fruit Machine
Hook A Duck
Colouring Competition (in the course bar)
Biscuit Decorating (in the course bar)
NEWTON ABBOT TO REWARD STABLE STAFF
Newton Abbot, the increasingly popular Devon summer jumping track, is to reward stable staff over the 2026 season which starts on Easter Saturday, April 4th.
CEO John Baker said:
“We were thrilled with the support last season from so many trainers up and down the land The work and dedication of stable staff in producing their runners so beautifully turned out has persuaded us to offer a cash prize of £5,000 to the yard achieving the most best turned out horse awards throughout the season.”
Continued Baker “We have a best turned out award (£60 to the groom) in every race and to keep it nice and simple one point will be awarded to the yard winning each award.
We will publish a table in the following meetings’racecard and at the end of the season we will present £5,000 to the yard with the most points.”
“Newton Abbot feel that the effort and professionalism of stable staff should be recognised.”
Fourteen times Champion Jumps Trainer Paul Nicholls and leading Trained at Newton Abbot last season said:
“Newton Abbot provides a terrific service during the summer and offers excellent prize money. This Best Turned Out award is a great idea and if the Ditcheat team can win it my staff will enjoy sharing the £5,000.”
THE ST. AUSTELL BREWERY MARES’MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES TOTAL PRIZE FUND £10000
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (23 wins from 73 runners, 32%) runs LAFFER CURVE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 63 runners, 22%) runs LAFFER CURVE
Longest Traveller: KAYDENCE trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 168 miles.
1 BITS BALLOU (GB) (26) 00 5 11-6
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
TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced on sole outing in points and again offered little switched to Rules at Ludlow last month. Upped markedly in trip TFRHHIII BHA-
2 DAVITA BLAZE (IRE) (20) 65
5 11-6
Br B m Jet Away - Lughnasa (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O The Three Cabelleros Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Ms Salome Brennan Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has a good pedigree but has offered little promise in a bumper/maiden hurdle so far TFRHHIII BHA-
3 DUNADEN ISLAND (GB) (40) 454-P4P
8 11-6
Br Ch m Dunaden (FR) - Island of Memories (IRE) Rian Corcoran (5) J
O Chris Tory Ian Chanin, Thorverton T
B Stour Valley Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORM VIEW Dunaden mare who was successful in points and offered something to work on making a belated Rules debut when plugging on into fourth in a Wincanton maiden (15.2f) in February. Failed miserably to repeat that effort back there last time and has since undergone a breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 FOUNTAINS GALA (GB) (40) 00 6 11-6
Br B m Passing Glance - Fountain Crumble Ben Godfrey J
O Mr R. M. E. Wright Claire Hitch, Watchet T
B Fountains Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance mare who is related to several winners but has offered little in a bumper/novice hurdle TFRHIIII BHA-
5 JOLISSAINT (FR) (30) F/-6 7 11-6
Br Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Clameur des Obeaux (FR)
Jack Tudor J
O The Jolissaints Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Mr Richard Bevis Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Kapgarde mare who was leading when falling last sole start in Irish points in April 2024 but looks one for handicaps later on judged on her opening hurdles effort at Chepstow recently TFRHHIII BHA-
6 KAYDENCE (GB) (40) 4100 6 11-6
Br B m Kayf Tara - Susie Sheep
Sean Bowen J
O Mr P. D. Wells Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who is stoutly bred and didn’t have the gears for one of the sharpest tests around sent hurdling at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft, 17/2) last month. Should do better now stepping up markedly in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 LAFFER CURVE (GB) (34) 4-5433
5 11-6
Br Bl m Jack Hobbs - Martiloo (FR) Harry Skelton J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Laffer Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Tom Weston Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise in a couple of bumpers 9 months apart and showed improved form over hurdles when third of 8 on handicap debut at Huntingdon (19.6f) last month, no extra run-in. Must enter the reckoning back in maiden company. TFRHHHHI BHA103
8
ONEFOURNINE (IRE) (71) 1-220 BF
Br B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Smart Talk (IRE)
6 11-6
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B W. & J. Flood Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who showed promise when runner-up on her first 2 starts Modest at Kempton on most recent outing but big chance if bouncing back over this longer trip TFRHHHHH BHA110
9 QUEENS UP (IRE) (105) P-3
Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Miss Tiggy (IRE)
5 11-6
Brendan Powell J
O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T
B Mr Colm McHenry Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway mare. Dam (h100), 2m hurdle winner (stayed 21f), sister to bumper winner (stayed 25f) Oakley Hall Third on second of 2 starts in Irish points (Dec 2025). TFRHHIII BHA-
10STAVANGER ROSE (IRE) (7) P-PFU
Br B m Ocovango - Lenten Rose (IRE)
6 11-6
Beau Morgan (5) J
O Mr M. Morton Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole start in Irish points and has failed to complete in 3 starts over hurdles, unseating rider in seller at Exeter latest TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: NORTHERN SYMPHONIE 5 11 6 Sam Twiston-Davies 15-2 (Keiran Burke) 5 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3. Stewards Note:
DAVITA BLAZE: Following its run on 25/3/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
FOUNTAINS GALA: Following its run on 5/3/2026 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped.
Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Onefournine (IRE), 2-1 Laffer Curve (GB), 5-1 Kaydence (GB), 25-1 Queens Up (IRE), 28-1 Jolissaint (FR), 33-1 Bits Ballou (GB), 66-1 Dunaden Island (GB), 100-1 Davita Blaze (IRE), Stavanger Rose (IRE), 150-1 Fountains Gala (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
ONEFOURNINE disappointed last time but is well worth another chance back from a break based on her 2 previous efforts under Rules, especially with the step up in trip likely to suit. Laffer Curve is considered the main threat ahead of Kaydence.
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.
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
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Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (52 wins from 175 runners, 30%) runs JETTY MAY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs JETTY MAY
Longest Traveller: GREEN ASSET trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
1 NO PANIC (GB) (22) 3-6004 6 11-12
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Every Nice Girl (USA) Lorcan Williams J
O Hollery Racing Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Kenji Ryotokuji Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted his best effort yet after 12 weeks off/breathing operation when fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle over shorter trip at Wincanton 22 days ago Shortlist material
2 TOBI KANOBEE (IRE) (22) 005650 7 11-8
Br Ch g Dansant - Wilde Gossip (IRE)
Ben Godfrey J
O Claire Hitch & RME Wright Claire Hitch, Watchet T
B T. J. Nagle
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed definite ability in qualifying runs but has yet to make an impact in a couple of handicaps TFRHHIII BHA90
3 BREDON HILL DART (GB) (19) 44143P C D 7 11-7
Br B g Dartmouth - Bredon Hill Poppy Lucy Gardner J
O R. W. and Mrs Mitchell, D. V. Gardner Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B R. W. and Mrs Mitchell Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEW Likely found run coming too soon when disappointing at Chepstow latest but had been in good form previously and remains on a workable mark Cheekpieces back on and has won here before. TFRHHHHI BHA89
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KEEPKALMANDKARRYON
(IRE) (21) 0/666-0 7 11-5
Br Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Carrigeen Kalmia (IRE)
Tom Bellamy J
O DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold T
B Mrs R. H. Lalor Pragnell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in bumper and novice/maiden hurdles and finished well held, back from 14 months off/breathing operation, on handicap debut at Southwell last month. TFRHHIII BHA87
5 JETTY MAY (IRE) (36) 20-4560
6 11-5
Br B m Jet Away - Pretty Impressive (IRE) Liam Harrison J
O Ian Moore Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Ms Jean Cullen Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper for Fergal O’Brien last season and has been largely disappointing for current yard since, including on handicap debut at Taunton last month after a breathing operation. Now tried in first-time tongue strap TFRHHIII BHA87
6 GILDED GLANCE (GB) (36) 000
6 11-4
Br B m Passing Glance - Flower Haven Ciaran Gethings J
O Bull, Farthing, Giacon & Player Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B North Bradon Stud Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance mare who hasn’t threatened in a trio of maiden hurdles but may have more to offer now sent handicapping up in trip. Market check advised. TFRHHHII BHA86
7 MAKINBECON (GB) (2) 22-4640
6 10-12
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dedrunknmunky (IRE) J
O Mr A. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin T
B Karina Casini
TIMEFORM VIEW TFRIIIII BHA80
8
ALBERT PARK (IRE) (22) 6000-P0
Br B g Camelot - Wannabe Special
O Meadvale Syndicate
6 10-11
James Davies J
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Clarecastle Stud Ltd Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win and didn’t show enough on recent return from 8-month absence/breathing operation at Wincanton to make him of interest here. Visored for first time TFRHHIII BHA79
9 GREEN ASSET (IRE) (149)
535435 4 10-11
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Dance Troupe
Shane Fenelon (5) J
O Vernon & Anna Phillips Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Ennistown Stud Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Running creditably last autumn, including when fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle over this trip at Fontwell when last seen in November Warrants respect on return to action. TFRHHHII BHA89
10MASONBROOK MEADOW (IRE) (125) 001544
Br B m Magna Grecia (IRE) - Kathy Glory (IRE)
5 10-9
Benjamin Macey (5) J
O The 69 Racing Team Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Kevin Quinn We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent sort who made the frame again when respectable fourth of 13 in handicap hurdle over shorter trip at Hereford in December Can make her presence felt TFRHHHII BHA77
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Stewards Note:
BREDON HILL DART: Following its run on 26/3/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled
JETTY MAY: Following its run on 9/3/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 No Panic (GB), 9-2 Bredon Hill Dart (GB), 7-1 Masonbrook Meadow (IRE), 8-1 Gilded Glance (GB), Green Asset (IRE), 14-1 Jetty May (IRE), 16-1 Tobi Kanobee (IRE), Albert Park (IRE), 22-1 Keepkalmandkarryon (IRE)
Preference is for NO PANIC, who has few miles on the clock and produced a personal best at Wincanton last month. Bredon Hill Dart and Masonbrook Meadow are also likely to be in the mix.
Our Best Line up yet.
THE THATCHERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Tizzard (30 wins from 149 runners, 20%) runs SIAM PARK
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs IRISH CHORUS
Longest Traveller: IRISH CHORUS trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 124 miles.
1 UNCLE PHIL (IRE) (26) PP0634 D 9 12-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Synthe Davis (FR) Isabelle Ryder (5) J
O J Allison & Racingpulses Chester Williams, South Molton T
B Mr K. D. Cotter Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart handicap chaser at his best for Willie Mullins Struggled for current yard this term, however, faltering at Ludlow 26 days ago (found to have bled).
2 SIAM PARK (IRE) (21) 2-31F42 D 7 11-10
Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Present Attraction (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Brocade Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Rathbarry Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences Not quite so good over hurdles but was a good second at Taunton last time Front runner who could get the run of things in this small field TFRHHHHI BHA116
3 IRISH CHORUS (GB) (37) F4-4121 D
7 11-6
Br Bl m Jack Hobbs - Mayfair Music (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Mrs E. Roberts Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Mrs E. Roberts Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless over hurdles but has already won 2 of her 4 starts over fences despite not being a natural jumper, settling the race in a matter of strides at Warwick 5 weeks ago Had a bit in hand that day so 6lb rise may underestimate her TFRHHHHH BHA112
4 RAFFLES HERMES (FR) (31) 430423 BF
6 11-2
Br B g Masked Marvel - Ria d’Etel (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Willem Van Der Horst Robert Walford, Blandford T
B Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in France and ran by far his best race in Britain when second atWincanton in February, impressing with how quickly he got into contention. Big shout on that form but was a bit disappointing at Fontwell next time TFRHHHII BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
2025: YES INDEED (FR) 8 12 0 Sean Bowen 8-13 (Martin Keighley) 3 ran Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Stewards Note:
UNCLE PHIL: Following its run on 19/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. RAFFLES HERMES: Following its run on 14/3/2026 it was reported that the horse made a jumping mistake.
Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Irish Chorus (GB), 5-2 Siam Park (IRE), 3-1 Raffles Hermes (FR), 12-1 Uncle Phil (IRE)
IRISH CHORUS proved much too good for her rivals at Warwick last time so looks up to defying a 6lb rise Likeable front runner Siam Park is the obvious threat.
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THE TRIBUTE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8500
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Tizzard (30 wins from 149 runners, 20%) runs STRIKING A POSE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J & A O’Neill (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs DEARKEITHANDKATY
Longest Traveller: WELCHESTON WARRIER trained by C Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope, 143 miles.
Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Astraye (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Atlantic Fish (Wholesale) Ltd Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mme Philippe Morruzzi & Mr Philippe Morr Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on earlier promise to gain a first success upped to 3m at Musselburgh in February. Hard to be too critical about a pair of runner-up efforts since and upped further in trip with headgear on, he looks an interesting proposition. TFRHHHHH BHA104
2 STRIKING A POSE
(IRE) (10) 3PP605 10 11-13
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Clonsingle Native (IRE) Freddie Gingell J
O S Clare G Kennington & C Knowles Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Gerry Caplis Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not proving easy to catch right this season but handicapper continues to relent and with stamina assured, he’ll be competitive if on one of his“going”days TFRHHHII BHA103
3 MY OWN LOVELY LEE
(IRE) (39) 3-4505 6 11-11
Br Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Going For Home (IRE) Callum Pritchard (3) J
O My Own Lovely Lee Syndicate Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Miss Lorna Doyle Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Third sole start in Irish points last year Has yet to build on November’s hurdle debut fourth at Chepstow, including on last month’s handicap debut (23f) fitted with cheekpieces Hopes pinned on further step up in distance. TFRHHHII BHA101
4 WELCHESTON WARRIER (GB) (38) 0-32P22 BF 6 11-6
Br B g Mukhadram - Toubeera
Richard Patrick J
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T
B Boultbee Brooks Ltd Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Still looking for first success but he’s knocked pretty loudly on the door in recent months, runner-up on 3 of last 4 starts, most recently when upped up to 25.5f at Hereford (first-time cheekpieces). Can remain competitive. TFRHHHHI BHA96
5 LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) (19) P1U215 CD BF 11 11-2
Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Neat ‘n Nimble
O Woodhayes racing club
Ciaran O’Shea (7) J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Mrs Patricia Doran Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over fences this season before finding marathon trip beyond him at Chepstow 3 weeks ago. Back down in trip returned to the smaller obstacles TFRHHHII BHA92
6 I LOVEYOU SIVOLA (FR) (28) 550060
Br B g Le Fou (IRE) - Suave de Sivola (FR)
O Mr K. A. Nelmes
B Gilles Trapenard & Claude Gerard Chamber
8 10-2
Brendan Powell J
Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser at best in France but remains winless on these shores and remains easy to oppose TFRHHIII BHA72
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: COCONUT TWIST (IRE) 7 11 5 Mr Robbie David 9-5 (Daisy Hitchins) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-8 Dearkeithandkaty (FR), 11-4 Welcheston Warrier (GB), 8-1 My Own Lovely Lee (IRE), 17-2 Lightonthewing (IRE), 9-1 Striking A Pose (IRE), 50-1 I Love You Sivola (FR)
DEARKEITHANDKATY has made a very solid start to his career in handicaps and with this step up in trip and application of cheekpieces further possible sources of improvement, he looks the answer Welcheston Warrier seems sure to give it another good go so he heads the opposition.
ALCOHOL
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BETTING TICKETS
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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.
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.
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THE VISIT KAUTO THE KING 6TH MAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (52 wins from 175 runners, 30%) runs CLOTILDA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs CLOTILDA
Longest Traveller: TAPLEY trained by Miss S Smith, Littlehampton, 161 miles.
(IRE) (38) 04-0121 8 11-10
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fiddlededee (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mr Tom Bond Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Ann Bond Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a gamble in handicap hurdle at Catterick on return from an absence and has advanced his form over fences, off the mark at the second attempt when dictating at Sandown last month. 5lb rise won’t prevent another very bold bid in this small field TFRHHHHI BHA124
2 TAPLEY (GB) (17) 214231
9 11-6
Br Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) Isabelle Ryder (5) J
O The Plumpton Party Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T
B Stephen Kemble Bloodstock Ltd & G. Peck
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his chase account at Wincanton (2 1/2m) in November and has continued in good nick, ridden aggressively when third of 6 in novice handicap at Kempton before going in again over 23f at Stratford 17 days ago Reliable operator TFRHHHHI BHA120
3 CLOTILDA (FR) (47) 0622F3
5 11-2
Br Gr m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Goldflake (FR) Freddie Gingell J
O Mr D. G. Staddon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Henri Devin Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair juvenile hurdler/chaser in France who has acquitted herself well over the larger obstacles for Paul Nicholls, including when second of 6 at Wincanton on Boxing Day. Fell too far out to suggest the outcome back there next time but just a one-paced third of 8 atTaunton latest TFRHHHII BHA116
4 SHELDON (IRE) (25) 5-43232 D
Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Feabhra (IRE)
10 11-2
Benjamin Macey (5) J
O Mrs Deborah Potter Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B E. Phelan We Do Vans S
TIMEFORMVIEW Not themostfluentofjumpersbuthe’syettofinishoutside ofthe framethis season, doing welltolastaslongashedidundera forcingride when third at Newbury (23f) in February. Again ridden positively when second back there 3 weeks ago and he’s a major contender TFRHHHHH BHA116
5 HOLD UP LA COLMINE
(FR) (31) 3P-1353
Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Taiwan Leto (FR)
9 11-2
Callum Pritchard (3) J
O Tim Syder & Martin St Quinton Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B SCEA Ecurie de La Colmine & Mr S. Tonero
Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performance when wide-margin winner under positive ride at Windsor on reappearance but hasn’t convinced with his finishing effort all 3 starts since. TFRHHIII BHA116
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2025: JARAMILLO 7 11 2 James Bowen 5-2 (Warren Greatrex) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3.
Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Soldierofthestorm (IRE), 11-4 Sheldon (IRE), 3-1 Tapley (GB), 13-2 Clotilda (FR), 14-1 Hold Up La Colmine (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
SHELDON is a sketchy jumper but these fences aren’t too demanding and based on a couple of excellent placed efforts at Newbury this year, he looks ready to add to his tally Soldierofthestorm arrives on the up so has to be taken seriously, while Tapley will likely give it another good shot
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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 Nicholls (52 wins from 175 runners, 30%) runs MAX D’AIRY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (8 wins from 35 runners, 23%) runs TARANIS DUBH
Longest Traveller: TARANIS DUBH trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 168 miles.
1 GOSPEL MOON (FR) (95) 0 5 11-4
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Gospel Changes (FR) Lucy Gardner J
O Woodhayes racing club Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase and sent off 100/1, he went with no promise when tenth of 11 in bumper at Exeter on debut in January, running green.
2 QUICKKICK (IRE) (47) 3-43 5 11-4
Br B g Feel Like Dancing - Veenwouden Sean Houlihan J
O Brocade Racing Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Senorita Partners Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Third in a point but too keen when fourth of 11 in a bumper at Exeter in January. Still too free despite the application of a hood but he shaped well when third at Taunton a month later, not given a hard time One to consider TFRHHHII BHA-
3 TARANIS DUBH (GB) (177) 1 5 11-4
Br B g Frontiersman - Hoola Hula Sean Bowen J
O Owners Group 158 Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mr J. L. Lightfoot Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to modest hurdler Jack Hoola (2 1/2m winner).Won sole start in Irish points in October and has to be of obvious interest on Rules debut for leading stable TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 CHOCKS AWAY (IRE) (36) 03
4 10-10
Br B g Getaway (GER) - The Sailors Bonnet (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O WG Vestey AG Vestey D Spencer Churchill Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T
B David O’Brennan Henrietta Knight S
TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at long odds but looked badly in need of the experience when seventh of 14 on Kempton debut in February, hanging left. Upped in trip and looked much more straightforward when third of 7 at Plumpton a month ago TFRHHHII BHA-
5 DUHALLOW STORM (IRE) (-) 4 10-10
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Duhallow Gesture (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Orchardstown Farms Ltd geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEW €105,000 3-y-o,Walk InThe Park gelding. Dam (c112/h130), dual bumper/2m-2 1/4m hurdle winner (stayed 2 1/2m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chase winner (stayed 3 1/4m) Cogryhill Ticks plenty of boxes on debut TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 JUBILEE JACK (GB) (77) 00 4 10-10
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Black Kalarosa (IRE) Tabitha Worsley J
O The Black Jacks Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B NHRE Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S
TIMEFORM VIEW Looks very limited on early evidence. TFRHIIII BHA-
7 MAX D’AIRY (FR) (31) 25 4 10-10
Br B g Storm The Stars (USA) - Dorsa d’Airy (FR) Freddie Gingell J
O Mr Michael Geoghegan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B S.C.E.A. de La Vallee De L’Orne Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Dam maiden over jumps in France, from family of very smart staying chaserVirak. Promise when second of 8 in maiden bumper at Nancy sole outing for N. George & A. Zetterholm in September Subsequently sold for €100,000 but merely matched that form upped to 2m at Kempton (hooded). TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 TA RA FOR NOW JACK (GB) (52) 0 4 10-3
Br B f Jack Hobbs - Tara Mactwo Jack Tudor J
O Mr Mark Timothy Davies Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge T
B Mr Tim Davies
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in bumper at Chepstow on debut 52 days ago TFRHIIII
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Hood worn by No 2, 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5.
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2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Taranis Dubh (GB), 10-3 Max d’Airy (FR), 7-2 Duhallow Storm (IRE), 5-1 Quickkick (IRE), 8-1 Chocks Away (IRE), 250-1 Jubilee Jack (GB), Ta Ra For Now Jack (GB), 300-1 Gospel Moon (FR)
DUHALLOW STORM’s dam was good enough to win twice in this sphere and representing a yard with an excellent record in bumpers, he could be the way to go on debut. Point recruit Taranis Dubh is sure to be well prepared for this Rules debut, with Max d’Airy just about the pick of those with form in this discipline
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CASH MACHINE
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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.
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FIXTURE LIST 2026
MEET AN EQUINE HERO (KAUTO THE KING)
WEDNESDAY 6TH MAY
QUEEN TRIBUTE AFTER RACING
WEDNESDAY 13TH MAY
FAMILY FUN DAY
WEDNESDAY 27TH MAY
JUNE
MEET AN EQUINE HERO
WEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE
ELECTRIC EMPIRE PERFORM AFTER RACING
FRIDAY 12TH JUNE
LADIES EVENING
TUESDAY 23RD JUNE
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NOT THE COWBOYS PERFORM AFTER RACING
FRIDAY 3RD JULY
MEET AN EQUINE HERO
MONDAY 13TH JULY
FAMILY FUN DAY FEATURING THE MASCOT RACE
SUNDAY 19TH JULY
AUGUST
SAM OF THE STRINGS AFTER RACING
SATURDAY 22ND AUGUST
ABBA NIGHT
THURSDAY 27TH AUGUST
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RED CUPS PERFORM AFTER RACING
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WEATHERBYS INTERMEDIATE CHASE DAY
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CONDITIONS
First Race 2.33 - THE ST AUSTELL BREWERY MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb. 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. 15 entries at £42. - Closed April 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 3.08 - THE NEWTON ABBOT NOVICES’ LIMITED 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 0-95. Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb 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. 18 entries at £30. - Closed April 8th, 2026. 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 3.42 - THE THATCHERS 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, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb 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. 8 entries at £36. - Closed April 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60)
SEE PAGE 27 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 4.17 - THE TRIBUTE 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 0-105. Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £28 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 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. 11 entries at £28. - Closed April 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 4.52 - THE VISIT KAUTO THE KING 6TH MAY 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, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £53 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £42 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb 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. 10 entries at £53. - Closed April 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights lowered 3lbs.
SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 5.22 - 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 8th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th. 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 16 entries at £25. - Closed April 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
