A VERY WARM WELCOME TO YOU ALL FROM ALL THE TEAM HERE AT NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE, YOUR SUPPORT IS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED AND VALUED, AND WE HOPE YOU ALL HAVE AN ENJOYABLE AND SUCCESSFUL DAY’S RACING WITH US.
Our thanks very much go to our sponsors here today, who are Darnells, the Murray Group, Ian Bulpin and Simon Swales, we hope they and their guests have a great day with us today. Darnells and Murray are members of our new and thriving Business Club for which details appear later in this programme.
Also with us today is the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Awareness team. They’re located inside the main hall on the ground floor of the main grandstand so they’re accessible to everyone.
Bowel cancer is the 4th most common type of cancer in Great Britain. Screening can help prevent bowel cancer or find it at an early stage when it’s easier to treat.
It is prevalent in the older population, and a screening kit is available to anyone aged 54 to 74. The programme is being extended to eventually include everyone aged 50 to 53. The Bowel Cancer Screening kit can save your life. Don’t put it off Please do feel free to go and have a chat with the team here today, they’re extremely helpful and friendly.
There’s plenty more action to come here at Newton Abbot this year with plenty happening on and off course. Please have a look at our Fixture List with its raceday themes elsewhere in this official programme Next up is Friday 19th September when we will have popular local band Not the Cowboys performing after racing in the Paddock Suite. We then race again on 29th September when we will be delighted to welcome back Native River as our equine hero and on 18th October we feature our big race of the season, the Weatherbys Intermediate Chase with £30,000 of prize money. Our Family Fun Series concludes on Wednesday 29th October, which has a Halloween theme so as well as all the usual kids entertainment we’ll have pumpkin craving, fancy dress, disco and more. Also, in this programme you will find our full fixture list for 2026 which we are already looking forward to! Plus, you’ll pick up information about our other events such as the upcoming Comedy and Murder Mystery evenings, Christmas party opportunities, our Christmas Fayre and much more besides!
Just to reflect on how we have done so far this year, and we are simply delighted to have been able to stage all our fixtures so far 9today is the 14th in 2025), especially remembering 2024 when we lost 6 of our 18 racedays. It’s a great testament to all the staff we have working so hard round the clock, and they deserve the best of luck for the remainder of the year.
We look forward to seeing you again soon, remember to book in advance online to get your Paddock tickets for £18 rather than the on the day £20. Course Enclosure is £13.
Finally thank you to you all for supporting us through thick and thin, it is hugely valued and here’s to a memorable and successful season for all. Have a great day.
Best wishes
Newton Abbot Racecourse Board of Directors
Ian Bulpin
Anthony Mildmay-White
Nigel Payne MBE
Steve Drowne
John Goodman
Richard Westropp
Simon Kirk
Milly Bersey
Sophia Upton, Peter Hickman
Emily Jones
Robert Cuthbert
Graham Potts
Timothy Tilsley (Senior), Joe Peoples, Simon Scott Hayward
Tony Kaye BVSc (Hons) BA MRCVS
Laura Ruby, Simon Joyner
Christopher Maiden, Martin Knight, Steve Fox
John Blance
Dominique Hamblin
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
Chasing Gold Racing Club
Miss Alice Simmons
Miss E. C. Lavelle
Miss Jayne Brace
Mouse Hamilton-Fairley
Mr A. Honeyball
Mr Alan Baxter
Mr Alan Jones
Mr Bart Ryan-Beswick
Mr Bill Hawkins
Mr Colm Donlon
Mr D. Pipe
Mr D. Summersby
Mr Dan Astbury
Mr H. Jones
Mr J. E. Snowden
Mr J. Tierney
Mr Jamie May
Mr K. B. Snook
Mr K. S. Ward
Mr L. H. Evans
Mr Len Jakeman
Mr M. George
Mr M. W. Redman
Mr Matthew Jenkins
Mr Maurice Thomas
Mr N. J. Catterwell
Mr Neil King
Mr Oliver Greenall
Mr Paddy Brennan
Mr Paul Jenkins
Mr R. Cowell
Mr R. E. R. Williams
Mr Robert George
Mr Rowland George
Mr S. R. W. Howlett
Mr Scott Ferguson
Mr Shaun Sowray
Mr T. D. H. Hughes
Mr T. Snaith
Mr Tony Cromwell
Mr W. Dodd
Mr W. Frewen
Mr W. Telfer
Mr Warren Greatrex
Mr William Page
Mrs C. Williams
Mrs K. Sunderland
Mrs Katy Fisher
Mrs M. Snook
Mrs Richard Plummer
Mrs Sally Hall
Oliver Jack Murphy
Sue Howell
Upton House Stud
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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 NHS BOWEL CANCER SCREENING AWARENESS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Pipe (20 wins from 136 runners, 15%) runs MANCERO
Trainer-in-form(last14days):Dr R Newland & Jamie Insole (4 wins from 23 runners, 17%) runs MANYANA BLUE
Longest Traveller: YELLOW CARD trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
1 LORD (GER) (11) 21 11-7
Br B g Best Solution (IRE) - Linaria (GER) Sean Bowen J
O Fools and Horses Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Gestut Auenquelle Motaclan S
TIMEFORMVIEW Reached the frame in 2 Flat outings in Germany and made a promising start over hurdles for new yard, building on opening C&D second with a win at Fontwell. Obvious claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 MANCERO (FR) (94) 1-2 11-7
Br B g Storm The Stars (USA) - Arbequina (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Teddington Racing David Pipe, Wellington T
B Isabelle Buzogany & Gilbert Nihotte W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue tied when making a winning debut in a claiming hurdle at Fontainebleau (15f, soft) in April Nowhere near that level when 29 lengths second at Hexham for new yard in June and the tongue tie returns back from 3 months off TFRHHHII BHA-
3 GENBU (GB) (11) 33 11-0
Br B g Kameko (USA) - Gypsy Carnival Gavin Sheehan J
O Miss E. C. Lavelle Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Newhall Estate Farm Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEW Best Flat form came over 7f but showed he possesses the stamina for hurdling when third at Uttoxeter (2m, good) in July. Not in the same form when 15 1/4 lengths third of 8 to Lord at Fontwell (2 1/4m, good) 11 days ago but that longer trip might have just stretched him. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MANYANA BLUE (GB) (10) 3321 CD 11-0
Br B f Postponed (IRE) - Nordican Bleue (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Upton House Stud Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Richard Newland Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat who has taken well to hurdling, placing 3 times before making all over C&D (good to soft) 10 days ago. Finished 4 lengths behind Lord when the pair clashed over C&D in July, though. TFRHHHII BHA104
5 PISTRUCCI (IRE)
(43)
11-0
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Tooreen Katie (IRE) Harry Bannister J
O Velocity Racing Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Denis McDonnell 1Account Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden at up to 11.5f on the Flat for this yard. Hurdle debut TFRHHIII BHA-
6 YELLOW CARD (GB) (26)
11-0
Br B g Masar (IRE) - Sooraah James Bowen J
O George & Jenkins Partnership Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 1 1/2m on the Flat for Ollie Sangster Made a respectable start for new connections after a 40,000 gns sale when fourth of 5 at Salisbury (1 1/4m) last month. Interesting recruit to hurdles TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: TORRENT 3 11 7 David Noonan 7-2 (Nigel Hawke) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2.
Leading course trainer (20-25): F O’Brien (26 wins from 103 runners, 25%) runs JACK HYDE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs NANA NOODLEMAN
Fancy That: F O’Brien won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs JACK HYDE today.
Longest Traveller: YANKA BLUE trained by Mrs A Thorpe, Carmarthen, 196 miles.
1 JACK HYDE (IRE) (158) 1//43114- 7 11-12
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ballinahow Tara (IRE) Tom Broughton (5) J
O Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate Jack Hyde Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Noel McLoughlin Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who did well over hurdles last season, winning maiden/novice events at Southwell in March and good fourth of 17 in 2m Aintree handicap on final start. Hard to beat again on return. TFRHHHHH BHA123
2 JAMINSKA (FR) (173) 4/62P01-
6 11-5
Br B m Manatee - Pacifie du Charmil (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Larkhills Racing Partnership III Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B J. Duteuil & G. Le Borgne Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who ended last season with a win in a Chepstow mares’ novice in March. Should go well on reappearance but will need an improved effort if Jack Hyde is on song TFRHHHHI BHA110
3 MAJESTIC MOMENT (IRE) (10) 4/PP-P04 6 11-0
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Lost It (IRE) Bryan Carver J
O Mr T. D. H. Hughes Dean Summersby, Kellacott T
B Mr Conor Hayes
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who hasn’t achieved much in 2 novice hurdles this summer, finishing a remote fourth over C&D 10 days ago TFRHHIII BHA-
4 THICKTHORNTOM (IRE) (204) 000- 5 11-0
Br B g Ocovango - Blume (IRE)
O Kate Fisher & Sally Hall
Charlie Todd J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Sydney Bennett The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW In top hands but possibly more one for handicaps after this. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 MERIDIAN WAY (FR) (329)
4 10-12
Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Hulcote Sean Houlihan J
O Mr R Cowell & Mr S Ferguson Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Clearwater Stud Somerford Arms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form of worth on the Flat for Charlie Johnston last year, including a handicap Joined another good stable for hurdle career but could only consider if backed Fitted with a first-time hood TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SHAREYOURBISCUITS (GB) (183) 50- 4 10-12
Br Bl g Maxios - Veronaise (FR)
O Mr Colm Donlon
Tristan Durrell (3) J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Colm Donlon & Dan Skelton The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW With a leading yard but comfortably held in a pair of juvenile hurdles earlier in the year Stable also runs Thickthorn Tom. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 NANA NOODLEMAN (IRE) (69) P2-14 5 10-7
Br Ch m Berkshire (IRE) - Brandy N’Lovage Sean Bowen J
O Passion for Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mr T. O’Sullivan Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Second in a point and went one better in Worcester bumper on Rules debut in June Disappointing when a remote last of 4 on hurdle debut there the following the month but surely better than that. TFRHHHII BHA-
8 YANKA BLUE (IRE) (5) U6053
Br B f Blue Bresil (FR) - Bee Yanka
O Mr L. H. Evans
4 10-5
Robert Dunne J
Alison Thorpe, Carmarthen T
B Oldcourt Stud 3AS Leisure S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed she has ability when 14 lengths fourth in 2 1/2m Sedgefield mares’ maiden hurdle last week but the form is barely modest TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-6 Jack Hyde (IRE), 5-2 Jaminska (FR), 14-1 Nana Noodleman (IRE), 18-1 Yanka Blue (IRE), 40-1 Meridian Way (FR), 50-1 Thickthorn Tom (IRE), Shareyourbiscuits (GB), 150-1 Majestic Moment (IRE)
This may develop into a match between previous hurdle winners JACK HYDE and Jaminska, with ready preference for the former who ran a cracker in a big-field handicap at the Aintree Grand National meeting when last seen in the spring
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.
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £10000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £4039, 2ND £2019, 3RD £1010, 4TH £505. (PENALTY VALUE £5281) WEIGHTS RAISED 6LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): E Williams (18 wins from 126 runners, 14%) runs IMPERIAL MEASURE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Bowen (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs LA QUARITE
Longest Traveller: LA QUARITE trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
1 JUST A MEMORY (FR) (19) 25P-502 6 12-0
Br B m Muhtathir - L’Aulniere (FR) Jack Andrews J
O Mr S. R. W. Howlett Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Mr Janick Gigou Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who ran easily her best race over fences when second here (25f) 19 days ago, making the running and beaten only by a subsequent winner. Big shout if reproducing that form off the same mark back down in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA94
2 LA QUARITE (FR) (15) 321354 CD 5 11-12
Br B g Seahenge (USA) - Etoile de Kerfelec (FR) Shane Fenelon J
O Mr H. Jones Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Gwenole Thepot, Sandy Thepot & Joel Le M Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account with an easy win over C&D in July Unable to reproduce that form since but return to this track may help TFRHHHHI BHA92
3
IMPERIAL MEASURE (IRE) (51) 24/-5433 C 7 10-10
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Boro Cruise (IRE) Ellis Collier (3) J
O Vale Racing 1 Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Ms Margaret Finn
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner at 17f over hurdles who turned in his best run in this sphere when third of 6 in handicap chase at Worcester in July Never a factor behind La Quarite over this C&D next time, however. TFRHHHII BHA76
4 MASTER MIKEY
DEE
(IRE) (107) P4044-4 10 10-2
Br B g Fame And Glory - Miss Lauren Dee (IRE)
Freddie Gingell J
O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T
B B. Kavanagh Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S
TIMEFORM VIEW Generally struggled since making a winning chase bow over 3 years ago 4lb out of the handicap TFRHHIII BHA64
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
2024: FIREFLY LANE (IRE) 8 10 7 Ben Godfrey 16-1 (Jimmy Frost) 7 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Stewards Note:
MASTER MIKEY DEE: Following its run on 25/5/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
Probable S.P.’s: 13-8 Just A Memory (FR), 2-1 La Quarite (FR), 10-3 Imperial Measure (IRE), 10-1 Master Mikey Dee (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
JUST A MEMORY took a big step forward over fences when second to a subsequent winner here 19 days ago and this looks a good opportunity off the same mark. La Quarite has been in just respectable form recently but he was an easy winner over this C&D in July so is feared most back at this venue
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Fairyconomy (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O 6 Bit Racing Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Michael G. Daly Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (27f, good, 16/5) 5 days ago Well in the mix. TFRHHHHI
2 JULLOU DE GRISSAY (FR) (20) 13-3241 6 12-0
Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ninon de Grissay (FR)
Mr James King (3) J
O The Galloping Dentist at 45 The Green Max Comley, Naunton T
B Henri Batiot & Scea Batiot Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1 and visored for 1st time, career best when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, good) 20 days ago Can figure again up 6lb TFRHHHHI BHA110
3 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (19) 401-411 CD 6 11-12
Br B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Stonepark Farms Ltd Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 3 runs this season. Career best when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (good, 9/2) 19 days ago, readily Can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA108
4 DESPEREAUX (FR) (156) 011423- 6 11-11
Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Rouvraie (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Chasing Gold Racing Club Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in hurdle at Taunton in December 7/2, below-form third of 5 in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (25f, good) 156 days ago so needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA107
5 PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE) (50) 2U31-11 CD 7 11-9
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vast Consumption (IRE) Osian Radford (10) J
O Tony Cromwell & Partner Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Michael O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick in 5-runner handicap chase at Cartmel (25.5f, heavy) 50 days ago, quickening clear Switches to hurdles and weighted to complete a four-timer TFRHHHHH BHA105
6 JACK’S JURY (IRE) (44) 56-2335 5 10-13
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Shedan (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Mr L. H. Evans Alison Thorpe, Carmarthen T
B Mr Patrick Delaney 3AS Leisure S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, respectable fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good, 13/2) 44 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip Significantly back up in trip and not ruled out TFRHHHII BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: INVESTMENT MANAGER 8 11 11 Brendan Powell 6-4 (Joe Tizzard) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
Leading course trainer (20-25): F O’Brien (26 wins from 103 runners, 25%) runs LELOOPA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU
Longest Traveller: IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU trained by J Candlish, Leek, 223 miles.
1 WESTTO THE BRIDGE (IRE) (101) 451-44P C D 12 12-0
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Godlylady (IRE) Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Mr J. Tierney Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr L. Dunne The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Stratford (26.4f, good, 17/2) 101 days ago, weakening quickly end of back straight. Significantly down in trip. TFRHHIII BHA128
2 INSIDE MAN (FR) (141) 4/61421- D 5 11-6
Br B g Manatee - Rockburn (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Jakeman, Mason, Roberts & Brookes Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, landed 10-runner novice hurdle at Chepstow (16f, good to firm) 141 days ago Not taken lightly back in handicap company. TFRHHHHI BHA120
3 IT’S ALL
ABOUTYOU
(IRE) (10) 1130- D 5 11-4
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Three Moons (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O A Baxter, S, Sowray, K Ward Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Paget Bloodstock & Eadling Farm
Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 8-runner handicap at Chester (15.9f, firm, 11/2) 10 days ago Lightly raced in this sphere and reverts on a handy-looking mark so merits serious consideration. TFRHHHHH BHA118
4 LELOOPA (IRE) (44)
21101-6
Br B m Wings of Eagles (FR) - Walkthefirth (IRE)
5 11-3
Tom Broughton (5) J
O Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in hurdle at Kelso in March. Below form sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) 44 days ago Tongue strap back on with more needed TFRHHHII BHA117
5 HOPE RISING (IRE)
(19) 012121 CD 4 11-0
Br B f Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Jellicle Ball (IRE)
O One More Moment of Madness
B One More Moment Of Madness
Gavin Sheehan J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 6 runs this season. 5/2, career best when winning 5-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (good) 19 days ago with a bit in hand A likely player once more. TFRHHHHI BHA116
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 It’s All About You (IRE), 11-4 Hope Rising (IRE), 9-2 Inside Man (FR), 9-1 Leloopa (IRE), 12-1 West To The Bridge (IRE)
Jennie Candlish’s lightly-raced hurdler IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU resumes in this sphere on the back of a Flat success at Chester so looks the way to go off a lenient mark. Hope Rising rates the main danger on the back of her recent C&D victory TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU (IRE) 2.HOPE RISING (IRE) 3.INSIDE MAN (FR)
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THE MURRAY GROUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £11000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £4443, 2ND £2221, 3RD £1111, 4TH £556. (PENALTY VALUE £5809.10) WEIGHTS RAISED 5LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Honeyball (13 wins from 55 runners, 24%) runs JUGGERNAUT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs BARRANCO
Longest Traveller: BARRANCO trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 222 miles.
1 JUGGERNAUT (FR) (10) 5031-32 D
6 12-0
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Sacoleva (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Anthony Honeyball Racing Club Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B S.C. Couetil Elevage geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive over hurdles, running away with a Stratford handicap (18.7f) in October Good placed efforts both starts this summer and big shout if taking to fences at the first attempt. TFRHHHHI BHA105
2 BARRANCO (IRE) (67) PP-1130 D BF
8 11-9
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Be My Presenting (IRE) Toby Wynne J
O Barry and the Chuckles Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Transformed since joining new yard, winning back-to-back handicap chases in May, including a 22-length success atWorcester Went close in hat-trick bid at Bangor but disappointed back over hurdles there since. Given a break since and remains of interest back in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA100
3 JAITROPLACLASSE (FR) (20) 034-245
Br B g Secret Singer (FR) - Bibracje (FR)
6 11-6
Charlie Price (3) J
O Martin Redman & Maurice Thomas Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T
B David Lumet & Dr V. Catherine Lumet
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front but decent efforts in defeat 2 of 3 starts this season. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA97
4 PAPA BARNS (IRE) (11) 240-200
Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Haarth of Gold (IRE)
8 10-11
Sean Bowen J
O Mr Bill Hawkins Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Robert Honner Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who isn’t straightforward and disappointed last 2 starts following an encouraging second on stable debut at Worcester (2m) in June. Back over fences now with tongue strap applied. TFRHHHII BHA88
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
2024: BEAT BOX (FR) 8 11 2 Harry Skelton 1-2 (Dan Skelton) 3 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3. Stewards Note:
BARRANCO: Following its run on 4/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was fractious in the prelims
BARRANCO proved to be a disappointment off a lower hurdles mark last time but he remains of strong interest back over fences after a short break Juggernaut is progressive over hurdles and rates a very interesting chasing debutant.
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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Leading course trainer (20-25): M Bowen (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs AXEL BLEUE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Bowen (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs AXEL BLEUE
Longest Traveller: AXEL BLEUE trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
1 AXEL BLEUE (GB) (9) P-4112 D 5 11-9
Br Bl g Axxos (GER) - Sula Bleue James Bowen J
O Miss Jayne Brace Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Beswick Brothers Bloodstock Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who landed 8-runner bumper at Market Rasen (16.6f, heavy) on Rules debut in July Tongue strap on first time (retained here) when second at Worcester recently and it could be that his penalty will again find him out.
2 BACARDI BLUE (IRE) (-)
4 11-0
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Every Moment Bryan Carver J
O D Summersby J May W Dodd Dean Summersby, Kellacott T
B John O’Connor & Pat O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW €10,000 3-y-o, out of unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 25f) As I See It out of smart 2m-21f hurdle winner Chomba Womba. Trainer’s first runner in a bumper and it’s probably best to look elsewhere on this occasion. TFRHIIII BHA-
3 PEAKY GIRL (GB) (-)
5 10-9
Br B m Linda’s Lad - Rest And Be (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Alan Jones Alan Jones, Timberscombe T
B Mr A. E. Jones
TIMEFORMVIEW Linda’s Lad mare. Dam bumper winner (stayed 19f), herself a sister to listed bumper winner/fairly useful 2m/19f hurdle winner Joanne One. Slight concern that she sports a hood for this debut, but she’s clearly bred for the job and booking of Sean Bowen is an obvious plus TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 ANABIL BLUE (GB) (-) 4 10-7
Br B f Blue Bresil (FR) - Callista Nera (FR)
Taylor Fisher J
O S P Racing Joe Tickle, Tiverton T
B The Page Family
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil filly Dam French hurdler (2m winner), herself a half-sister to French hurdler (17f winner) Muratello Yard 0-14 in bumpers and she doesn’t have the look of a probable first-time-out winner on paper. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 VICTORS SPIRIT (SAF) (22) 2 4 10-6
Br B g Vercingetorix (SAF) - Acaciawood (SAF) Jack Quinlan J
O The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Neil King, Burderop T
B Mr W. J. Engelbrecht
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat and highly encouraging start to his career when narrowly outpointed by the long odds-on Way Maker at Stratford (16.3f, good to firm), in turn pulling clear of the rest Likely to make a bold bid to go one better, provided the forecast slower ground isn’t an issue TFRHHHHH BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: THE EXPENSIVE ONE (IRE) 4 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 8-13 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 3 ran Hood worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-8 Victors Spirit (SAF), 7-4 Axel Bleue (GB), 9-2 Peaky Girl (GB), 25-1 Anabil Blue (GB), 33-1 Bacardi Blue (IRE)
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VICTORS SPIRIT went down all guns blazing when tackling a potentially useful type at Stratford and, assuming that the slower ground here doesn’t count against him, he should prove hard to beat. Sean Bowen is an eye-catching booking for newcomer Peaky Girl and it’ll be interesting to see what the market makes of her She may prove to be a bigger threat than Axel Bleue
First Race 1.58 - THE NHS BOWEL CANCER SCREENING AWARENESS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4488 to the winning horse The second to receive £2065, the third £1032, the fourth £516 and the fifth £257. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, September 3rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Newton Abbot Races has kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 8 entries at £35. - Closed September 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85)
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Second Race 2.28 - THE DARNELLS DASH NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4488 to the winning horse The second to receive £2065, the third £1032, the fourth £516 and the fifth £257. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, September 3rd and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb Darnells have kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries at £29. - Closed September 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 2.58 -THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY GEOFF HOBBS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215 and the fourth £608. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 3rd and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each steeple chase 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 September 6th, 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 Ian Bulpin has kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £22. - Closed September 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable A SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 3.28 - THE ~AXETHERACINGTAX 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). £29 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Newton Abbot Racecourse has kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £29. - Closed September 3rd, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
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Fifth Race 3.58 - THE JIM SWALES MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £48 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £39 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The friends & family of Jim Swales have kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse. 8 entries, 2 at £9 and 6 at £48. - Closed September 3rd, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
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Sixth Race 4.30 - THE MURRAY GROUP 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £29 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Murray Group has kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 8 entries at £29. - Closed September 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
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Seventh Race 5.00 - THE newtonabbotracing.com 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, September 3rd and pay £17 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 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 has kindly supported the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse 8 entries at £17. - Closed September 3rd, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
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