A very warm welcome to you all from 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 afternoon’s racing with us on our Family Fun Day!
Our thanks go to our sponsors here today who are Stock Exe, Totnes & Bridgetown Races Company, Peninsula Finance (honouring our great former Chairman Hugh Michelmore), the friends and family of Chris Wills, the friends and family of Pamela Ann Dobbs plus the Racing Foundation supporting Autism In Racing. We hope that everyone enjoys their day’s racing with us.
Today is a Family Fun Day so lots of activities for the children in our Course enclosure (everyone welcome to pop along). We have bouncy castles and inflatables, our Mascot Blaze, the play park, face painting on the decking of Alfrescos, sweet stall, Hook A Duck and the Human Fruit Machine. In addition, in the racecard you will find a quiz for the kids to complete and if they get all questions right you can win a free ice cream just hand your sheet in to the ice cream van in the course enclosure. In the Course Bar this afternoon we also have clothes peg horse crafting!
We are delighted to welcome Autism In Racing here today and their sensory unit will be located near our pedestrian entrance. Please do find them online or chat to the team here today to find out about the brilliant work that they are doing across the UK’s racecourses.
Given the forecast temperature for today, please look out for a free water stations located around the racecourse today. Make sure you keep yourselves hydrated.
We have lots more exciting racing coming up too! Next month we have a revamped Ladies Night on 23rd June when after a great evening you can chose to watch local band Harbour in the Paddock Suite or watch England play Ghana on our big screen straight after racing finishes. That rounds off another busy month’s racing in June as we also race on the 3rd and in the evening of the 12th. Moving on to July which sees another three fixtures- the 3rd, 13th and then Sunday 19th July which is another great family day and features our Rowcroft Hospice Mascot Race, for which entries are now open.
Don’t forget too that Newton Abbot Racecourse is open all year round for events, special occasions, conferencing and much more, check out our events calendar on the website or drop us a line or give us a call if you have a specific enquiry or want to hold your event here.
Finally thank you again for all your support through thick and thin, it is hugely appreciated and valued and we hope to see you again soon (please see our full fixture list later in this racecard). Have a great day
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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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HUNT’NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Tizzard (33 wins from 160 runners, 21%) runs WHODUNIT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Dr R Newland & J Insole (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs LADY KARA
Longest Traveller: LADY KARA trained by Dr R Newland & J Insole Droitwich, 160 miles.
1 LADY KARA (GB) (15) 2442-31 5 11-7
Br Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Karalee (FR) Charlie Hammond J
O Upton House Stud Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Dr R. D. P. Newland Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and similar standard over hurdles, making all in 2 1/2m Hereford novice 25 days ago That was a weak race, though, so a penalty may leave her vulnerable for win purposes TFRHHHII
2 BABS (GB) (23) 100-5
5 11-0
Br B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Magnetize (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O Sue Howell Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T
B Magnetize Partnership Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Stratford (good) last autumn. Failed to figure in 2 listed bumpers on much softer ground since but showed an aptitude for hurdling when fifth of 13 in 2m Warwick maiden 23 days ago May do better TFRHHHII BHA-
3 BONTESSONY DOLL (GB) (14) U
7 11-0
Br B m Linda’s Lad - A Nun With A Gun (IRE) James Davies J
O Mr Alan Jones Alan Jones, Timberscombe T
B Mr A. E. Jones
TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, unseated rider first in C&D novice hurdle (good to soft) on debut 14 days ago TFRHIIII BHA-
4 G WHIZZ (GB) (23) 344-0 5 11-0
Br B m Jack Hobbs - G For Ginger Lorcan Murtagh J
O Mr Jeremy Barber Harry Ryall, Crewkerne T
B J Barber & J Blackburn
TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame both starts in point bumpers but didn’t achieve much when fifth in Rules bumper at Exeter in March. Tailed off on hurdle debut since. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 AMHRANAI (IRE) (74) 000- 4 10-8
Br B f New Approach (IRE) - Laugh And Sing (IRE) James Best J
O Mrs Jacqui Elliott Ian Chanin, Thorverton T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 bumpers ahead of this hurdle debut for another new trainer. TFRHIIII BHA-
6 FRENATI (GB) (53) 012- 4 10-8
Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Free Thinking Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Kelly, Langford and Spratt Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Upton Viva Stud geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in March. Bettered that form when second under a penalty here since. Starts out over hurdles in a weak race and probably the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA-
7 LADY LITIGATOR (IRE) (45) 1U62- 4 10-8
Br B f Maxios - Erin Brockovich (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Fishwick, Goodall, McCullough & Race Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Mrs Phil Browne geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful debut in fillies junior bumper at Newbury in December Disappointed on next 2 outings but back on form when second atWincanton last month. One of 2 interesting hurdle newcomers for the Anthony Honeyball yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 MINNIE BELLE (GB) (38) 500- 4 10-8
Br B f Frontiersman - Lysander Belle (IRE)
Sean Houlihan J
O Mr Michael Harris Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T
B Christian Leech & Mike Harris
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked headstrong when well beaten in 3 maiden/novice hurdles
9 PRINCESS OF BALLEA (IRE) (45)
Br B f Pillar Coral - Kalanisi Og (IRE)
353- 4 10-8
Harry Reed J
O Mr Mike Rowe Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B Ms Louise A. O’Mahony
TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest form when placed in 2 of her 3 bumpers Makes hurdle debut
10WHODUNIT (IRE) (53) 00- 4 10-8
Br B f Telescope (IRE) - A Bit of A Mystery
Freddie Gingell J
O Tizzard and Waterworth Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Tizzard & Waterworth Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers at Wincanton and this course ahead of a switch to hurdles. TFRHHIII
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2025: SHARP GLANCE 5 11 0 Tom Bellamy 4-9 (Alan King) 6 ran
Hood worn by No 5, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1.
Stewards Note:
BABS: Following its run on 4/5/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too freely
LADY LITIGATOR: Following its run on 12/4/2026 it was reported that the horse ran green.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Frenati (GB), 3-1 Lady Kara (GB), 9-2 Lady Litigator (IRE), 7-1 Babs (GB), 14-1 Princess of Ballea (IRE), 28-1 Whodunit (IRE), 66-1 Amhranai (IRE), 100-1 Bontessony Doll (GB), 150-1 G Whizz (GB), 300-1 Minnie Belle (GB)
Anthony Honeyball could hold the key to this race, with recent course bumper runner-up FRENATI taken to make a successful hurdle debut at the expense of stablemate and fellow bumper winner Lady Litigator. Last month’s Hereford winner Lady Kara also looks sure to have a say but a penalty may leave her vulnerable
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THETOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES COMPANY LTD. NOVICES’HANDICAP STEEPLE
CHASE (CLASS 5)
FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8000
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 177 runners, 32%) runs IT’S A BREEZE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (10 wins from 26 runners, 38%) runs THICKTHORN TOM Longest Traveller: ROI DU ROUME trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £3231, 2ND £1615, 3RD £808, 4TH £404, 5TH £202. (PENALTY VALUE £4224.80) WEIGHTS RAISED 5LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE COLOURS NO
1 IT’S A BREEZE (IRE) (33) 00526F- 7 12-0
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Blodge (IRE) Lorcan Williams J
O Mrs Helen Moger Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Tom O’Doherty & Angela O’Doherty Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler but strikes as the type to do better over fences and still looked to be going okay when falling 4 out on first attempt at Fontwell (19f, good) 33 days ago. Had jumped soundly until that point and open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA92
2 THICKTHORNTOM (IRE) (13) 0/06P3-2 BF 6 11-7
Br B g Ocovango - Blume (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Kate Fisher & Sally Hall Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Sydney Bennett The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact over hurdles but much more positive signs when placed in handicaps at Exeter (3m) and Fontwell (19f) since switched to fences Best of the rest behind one who slipped the field in latter event and good chance he can go one better now. TFRHHHHH BHA85
3
GEORGES STREET
(IRE) (23) PP550-6 5 11-4
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Sarabhai (FR)
Chad Bament (5) J
O Mrs A. Rousell Harry Ryall, Crewkerne T
B Michael Conlon
TIMEFORMVIEW Unpromising in points and showed little in 3 hurdles starts for Claire Hitch. Cheekpieces made no difference when remote sixth on 8 on 25fWarwick handicap hurdle debut for new yard 23 days ago Blinkered now chasing Hard to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA82
4 ROI DU ROUME (FR) (33) 400034- 6 11-1
Br Gr g Authorized (IRE) - Conakry (FR)
O DJ & HIK Partnership
Brendan Powell J
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Elevage Des Vallons & Ian Kellitt Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORM VIEW Following a breathing operation he showed some promise when reaching the frame in handicap hurdles at Perth (3m/2 1/2m) in quick succession last month. A point win at the start of his career provides hope that he’ll prove at least as good over fences. TFRHHHHI BHA79
5 FERANDO (IRE) (36) 4/F540P- 6 10-8
Br Br g Westerner - At The Top (FR) J
O Mr A. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin T
NON-RUNNER
B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA72
6 SENOR DIAZ (IRE) (40) 40/PPP5- 7 10-7
Br B g Red Jazz (USA) - Blase Chevalier (IRE) James Best J
O Frost Racing Club Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T
B Andrew Cocks & Tara Johnson A S Trade Car Sales S
TIMEFORM VIEW No better than poor form over hurdles for Seamus Mullins and no show in 4 outings since joining this yard (including 2 chases). TFRHHIII BHA71
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Salty Wind Lady (IRE) Murray Dodd (7) J
O Mr Brian Robinson Sarah Robinson, Bridgwater T
B Mrs M. Munnelly
TIMEFORM VIEW No show in 4 hurdles and a handicap chase Absent since December 2024. TFRHIIII BHA64
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: RYDER’S ROCK 7 11 11 Freddie Gingell 5-1 (Joe Tizzard) 7 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-8 Thickthorn Tom (IRE), 9-4 It’s A Breeze (IRE), 10-3 Roi du Roume (FR), 28-1 Georges Street (IRE), Senor Diaz (IRE), 100-1 Getaway Tothe Wood (IRE)
THICKTHORN TOM’s last 2 efforts suggest he’s got a race like this in him. Roi du Roume shaped with some encouragement in a pair of handicap hurdles last month and a point win suggests he may step forward again now chasing. It’s A Breeze looked to be going okay when coming down 4 out on his chase debut
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Totnes & Bridgetown Races, which dated from 1783, ceased racing following the closure and requisition of their course at Totnes in 1939 However, through the continued existence of the Company, in addition to sponsoring Hunter Chases at Exeter and Newton Abbot, it is able to sponsor Point to Point races in the Devon & Cornwall Area and offer financial assistance to the Area organisers as well as other organisations.
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Hugh Michelmore
Chairman Newton Abbot Racecourse Ltd.
2013-2025
Today will be the first running of the Hugh Michelmore Memorial Handicap Chase, run in memory of our late former Chairman and fellow Director.
Hugh’s professional background was as a Solicitor, qualifying in 1977 and becoming a senior partner at Gill Akaster (GA) Solicitors in 2002. While Hugh retired from legal practise in 2016 he remained fully engaged in his many business interests, in particular Newton Abbot Racecourse, where he had served as non executive Director since 1985.
During fifty years of service to Newton Abbot Racecourse Hugh showed exemplary leadership and business acumen, always underpinned by a genuine love of jump racing and loyalty to the racecourse in particular.
Hugh attended nearly every race meeting held at Newton Abbot, and was usually to be found chatting to shareholders, race goers and box holders during the day, always charming and alert for ways to improve their Raceday experience.
Hugh is greatly missed by the Shareholders, Directors and staff at Newton Abbot Racecourse and we welcome his wife Janine together with his colleagues from Peninsula to today’s special raceday.
THE HUGH MICHELMORE MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £15000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £6059, 2ND £3029, 3RD £1515, 4TH £758, 5TH £378. (PENALTY VALUE £7921.50) WEIGHTS RAISED 7LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 177 runners, 32%) runs RICKETY BRIDGE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (10 wins from 26 runners, 38%) runs SNIPE
Longest Traveller: SNIPE trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 162 miles.
1 SNIPE (IRE) (48) 001416- 9 12-0
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces Harry Skelton J
O Foxtrot Racing Snipe Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mrs Ethel Browne Foxtrot Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Two hunter chase wins this year and also a creditable sixth in the Aintree Foxhunter last month.Well treated on old exploits if he can carry that good form back into handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA128
2 TIMETO BITE (IRE) (23) 14132-1 C 11 11-13
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Time To Act Bryan Carver J
O The Chris Honour Racing Club Chris Honour, Ashburton T
B Barry Murphy Cotswold Stone Supplies Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Six chase wins since March 2025 include 2 over 21f here. Back to winning ways in veterans event at Fakenham (3m, good) 23 days ago but this slightly longer trip now isn’t sure to play to his strengths TFRHHHII BHA127
3 BLACKJACK MAGIC (GB) (80) PPP/544- 11 11-11
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - One Wild Night Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr A. Honeyball Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B C. F. C. Jackson geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of the Badger Beers at Wincanton in 2023 but lightly raced and mainly below par since, coming in a well-held fourth of 5 in Carlisle veterans event (3m, good to soft) when last seen in March. TFRHHIII BHA125
4 MORODER (IRE) (48) PP3P42- D 12 11-7
Br B g Morozov (USA) - Another Tonto (IRE) James Best J
O Mrs Ann Leftley Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Michael Conlon We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner of the Grimthorpe Chase at Doncaster but is hard to catch right nowadays Did stop the slide when second over 3 1/2m at Taunton last time but no he’s no good thing to back it up. TFRHHHII BHA121
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner/successful hurdler who looked a natural when making a winning start to his chase career over C&D (good to soft) 3 weeks ago Was in command from some way out and a 3lb nudge doesn’t look enough to stop him. TFRHHHHH BHA113
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2025: HOLD YOUR FORT (IRE) 9 10 11 James Best 3-1 (Debra Hamer) 5 ran Blinkers worn by No 2, 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-8 Rickety Bridge (FR), 4-1 Snipe (IRE), Time To Bite (IRE), 11-2 Moroder (IRE), 14-1 Blackjack Magic (GB) PLAY SMARTER
RICKETY BRIDGE could be called the winner a long way out on his recent C&D chase debut and can make light of a 3lb rise with improvement likely Snipe arrives on the back of a productive spell in hunters and can give the selection most to think about
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In Memory of Chris Wills
This is the third year of the race in honour of Chris who sadly passed away in May 2024.
He was a great supporter not just of the racecourse but of sport in general across South Devon throughout a very successful legal and corporate career Today his family , friends and former colleagues are here in his honour and will likely follow his regular path afterward for a beer in the town and a curry at the Eastern Eye.
Although enticed to London for a few trips to see West Ham United, he would have been devastated by their form this season, the fulcrum of his life was undoubtedly this wonderful part of the world.
A passionate supporter of local charities, especially the Paignton Picturehouse for whom he was heavily involved Chris enjoyed nothing better than spending his time with friends having fun in a convivial atmosphere.
This racecourse was very much a part of that and this race is an annual way we can toast him as his memory will live forever.
THE CHRIS WILLS MEMORIAL NOVICES’LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £7500
O J. M. Dare, T. Hamlin, J. W. Snook Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr David Bobbett Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2 wins from his last 3 starts in 7-runner event over C&D (good to soft) a fortnight ago, having to work for it against a pair of unexposed rivals Back against the boys here and will have to up her game again from 5lb higher TFR
2 ST LUKES CHELSEA (GB) (64) 455F35- 5 11-6
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Desert Liaison Sean Houlihan J
O Mr M. S. Rose Robert Walford, Blandford T
B Hungerford Park Stud Cheeseman Dorset S
BHA95
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden but beaten only 1/2 length when third of 10 at Taunton (2m) in March. Sent off favourite but wasn’t in the same form when fifth of 13 back there a fortnight later. Can get back on track returned to 2 1/4m. TFRHHHHH BHA89
TIMEFORM VIEW Has tumbled down the weights and returned to form with equipment reapplied when fourth of 11 at Lingfield (1 1/2m) in February. Reverts to hurdles after a break and bold bid anticipated with trainer-jockey combination in red-hot form in recent days TFRHHHII BHA89
4
ALBERTS
BAY
(IRE) (21) /6F/3/0/-3 9 11-5
Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - My Viking Bay (IRE)
James Best J
O Miss J. du Plessis Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T
B Mrs Mary O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort for Ryan Chapan when third of 5 on hurdling debut in September 2023. Offered little for a new yard after 19 months off at this track (2 3/4m, good to soft) 3 weeks ago and can only be watched Makes handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA88
5 CRAB ROAD (IRE) (33) P/00PP- 5 11-5
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Daly’s Cross
O Acorn Builders Dorset Ltd
Paddy Hanlon (5) J
Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Miss R. O’Neill Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Achieved little in maiden hurdles last year and was making no impression at the time when falling 4 out on handicap debut at Kilbeggan (19f, good to soft) last month. Has since moved yards TFRHHIII BHA88
6 GETONE (IRE) (40) 00/634- 7 11-5
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Onewayoranother (IRE) Harry Reed J
O Troika Racing Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B Patrick Barry
TIMEFORM VIEW Has achieved precious little in 5 starts under Rules so far (trained byVincent Laurence Halley first 3).Tongue tie discarded and needs this switch to a handicap to be transformative. TFRHHIII BHA88
7 SCORESBY (GB) (21) 52/101-1 9 11-0
Br Br g Millenary - Lewesdon Duchess Lorcan Murtagh J
O Mr Bob Butler Harry Ryall, Crewkerne T
B Mrs Rachel Dawson
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who belied his age as he showed his first form under Rules when landing 7-runner event on handicap debut at Fontwell (19f, good) 3 weeks ago, leading soon after 2 out Up 5lb for that success but every chance he’ll be in the shake-up TFRHHHII BHA83
8 MAKINBECON (GB) (22) 2/4640-5
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dedrunknmunky (IRE)
6 10-6
Callum Pritchard J
O Mr A. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin T
B Karina Casini
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed first form under Rules in first-time cheekpieces when fifth of 10 in handicap at Ffos Las (2 1/2m, good) just over 3 weeks ago Needs to prove that was no fluke here. TFRHHHII BHA75
9 SAUCATS
(FR) (35) P00454- 5 10-5
Br B g Nirvana Du Berlais (FR) - Taneshka (FR) Ben Godfrey J
O Bellies Syndicate Joe Tickle, Tiverton T
B S.A.R.L. Ecuries Babsen Courses Fire Defence Servicing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent long-standing maiden who ran as well as could be expected from just out of the handicap when fourth of 10 at Taunton (2m, good) 5 weeks ago Cheekpieces applied but others are preferred again. TFRHHHII BHA73
10BLAZING GADEN
(GB) (10) P0665-P 5 10-5
Br B g Cityscape - Pleasant Piper (IRE)
O Mr Thomas Gaden
David Noonan J
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Mr T. Gaden Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished as close as he has so far but still didn’t achieve much in form terms from 5lb out of the handicap when fifth of 10 at Taunton (2m, good) last month. Reportedly lost his action at Stratford 10 days ago so easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA69
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2025: STINGINHISSTEP 6 11 1 Sean Houlihan 7-1 (Susan Gardner) 11 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 8. Stewards Note:
GETONE: Following its run on 17/4/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free BLAZING GADEN: Following its run on 17/5/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its action.
Probable S.P.’s: EVENS Reel Orange (IRE), 9-2 Scoresby (GB), 9-1 St Lukes Chelsea (GB), 10-1 Saucats (FR), 20-1 Ocean Heights (GB), Makinbecon (GB), 40-1 Getone (IRE), 50-1 Blazing Gaden (GB), 100-1 Alberts Bay (IRE), Crab Road (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Reel Orange is sure to be popular having won over C&D a fortnight ago but at the likely prices it could be worth chancing ST LUKES CHELSEA, who needs to put a lesser effort behind him but ran his best race from this mark on penultimate start. Ocean Heights represents a trainer/jockey combination in red-hot form and he can fight out minor honours with Scoresby.
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 177 runners, 32%) runs BYZANTIUM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Pipe (4 wins from 6 runners, 67%) runs AMERICAN SNIPER
Longest Traveller: CHILLHI trained by B J Murphy, Ireland.
1 AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) (22) 60324-5 8 12-2
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Mountain Leap (IRE) Rian Corcoran (5) J
O Mr Peter W. Garnsworthy David Pipe, Wellington T
B George Doyle W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when runner-up at Taunton (19f) in December Fared best of the pacesetters back there the following month and while he was a bit disappointing back from a break at Hereford 3 weeks ago, he represents a yard in excellent order TFRHHHHH BHA117
2 BYZANTIUM (FR) (45) 61144r- CD
6 11-11
Br Gr g Magneticjim (IRE) - Ticket Holder (FR) Lorcan Williams J
O Mr Brendan McManus Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Ecurie Cap Orne & John Studd Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed wins at Warwick and Newton Abbot last summer but proved way too free returning from a further 5 months off at Ludlow in March. Settled better and still every chance when running out atWincanton last month and he has the same mark here. TFRHHHHI BHA112
3 IMPECUNIOUS (IRE) (18) 13/421-4 C
7 11-7
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancytail (IRE) Bryan Carver J
O Mrs S. M. Trump Ian Chanin, Thorverton T
B Mrs Christine Wilson
TIMEFORMVIEW Unreliable type who didn’t need to improve to win 7-runner handicap over 3 1/4m here in July Left Chris Down after and likely he needed his first run in 10 months at Warwick 18 days ago This will reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA108
4 ELLERTON (FR) (14) 6401/6-1 C
Br Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Meandering (IRE)
6 11-4
Brendan Powell J
O Mr J. P. Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful on the Flat and an improver over hurdles upon joining JoeTizzard, well prepared following 6 months off when landing a 17f handicap here 2 weeks ago Should stay this far at a venue like this and 5lb rise looks within range TFRHHHHI BHA105
5 CHILLHI (IRE) (23) 41350-0
6 10-13
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Hi Katriona (IRE) Callum Pritchard J
O Mr L. H. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin T
B Mr John Webb
TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice over hurdles for James Owen in the first half of last season but hasn’t offered much in 5 outings since leaving that stable TFRHHIII BHA100
6 SAM’S AMOUR (GB) (21) 05P66-P D
9 10-8
Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Aphrodisias (FR) Sean Houlihan J
O Whitcombe Racing Club Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T
B Guy Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over hurdles in 2024 but lightly raced and much more miss than hit since. TFRHHIII BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2025: AL SAYAH 5 11 6 Conor O’Farrell 5-2 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5.
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THE RACING FOUNDATION SUPPORTS
AUTISM IN RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £10000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £4039, 2ND £2019, 3RD £1010, 4TH £505, 5TH £252 (PENALTY VALUE £5281) WEIGHTS RAISED 5LB AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 177 runners, 32%) runs CLOTILDA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (10 wins from 26 runners, 38%) runs SUPREME YEATS
Weightwatcher: RENOIR won off a handicap mark of 105, his rating is now down 8lb to 97.
Longest Traveller: SUPREME YEATS trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 162 miles.
COLOURS
1 CLOTILDA (FR) (43) 622F32- 5 12-0
Br Gr m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Goldflake (FR) Freddie Keighley (5) J
O Mr D. G. Staddon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Henri Devin Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair juvenile hurdler/chaser in France who has acquitted herself well over the larger obstacles for Paul Nicholls, including when second of 6 atWincanton on Boxing Day. Also placed both starts since but doesn’t look the stoutest of finishers and she goes up in trip here. TFRHHHII
2 SEA INVASION (IRE) (38) 163051- D 8 11-13
Br Ch g Sea Moon - Aloha Iwanaga (GER)
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEW FinerecordatPlumpton,notchingupvictorynumber4in31/4mhandicapchaselastmonthinachangeofheadgear,gettingontoplate Won back-to-back races this time last year and poised for another big run back over hurdles Engaged 19.39 PlumptonTuesday. TFRHHHHI BHA114
3 SUPREMEYEATS (IRE) (21) 55000-1 CD 10 11-8
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Supreme Bailerina (IRE)
O The Old Stag Racing SY Partnership
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Pigeon Park Stud The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces back on with Harry Skelton on board and he cashed in on a handy mark over C&D 3 weeks ago. Value for extra, too, so 6lb rise won’t prevent a very bold follow-up bid TFRHHHHH BHA109
4 BELGARUM (IRE) (13) 135PP-1 CD 8 11-3
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cyrils Girl Freddie Gingell J
O Mrs G. C. Pritchard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr Cyril Crowe Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumedwinningwaysoverfenceshere12monthsago Ended2025badlyoutofsortsbutabreathingoperationanddropintripworkedtheoracleashe landed a 19f handicap at Fontwell on return to action 2 weeks ago. Does stay this far but not certain to be in the same form given profile. TFRHHHII BHA104
5 RENOIR (GB) (13) 35430-6 7 10-10
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Feis Ceoil (IRE) David Noonan J
O Octavians V Ben Clarke, Corscombe T
B Robert Allcock Ben Clarke Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hereford winner last spring but little to get excited about since, not really convincing with his stamina for 2 3/4m 2 weeks ago Further step up in trip therefore isn’t an obvious move TFRHHIII BHA97
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 4, 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 5.
SUPREME YEATS is unexposed over this sort of trip and given he was just about better than ever when successful over C&D 3 weeks ago, he may well be able to follow up Sea Invasion is a massive threat if taking up this engagement.
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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.
JUNE
FIXTURE LIST 2026
WEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE
ELECTRIC EMPIRE PERFORM AFTER RACING
FRIDAY 12TH JUNE (EVENING MEETING)
LADIES EVENING
TUESDAY 23RD JUNE (EVENING MEETING)
JULY
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 & THE STRINGS AFTER RACING
SATURDAY 22ND AUGUST
ABBA NIGHT
THURSDAY 27TH AUGUST (EVENING MEETING)
SEPTEMBER
MEET AN EQUINE HERO
MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER
RED CUPS PERFORM AFTER RACING
FRIDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER
MEET AN EQUINE HERO
MONDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
WEATHERBYS INTERMEDIATE CHASE DAY
SATURDAY 17TH OCTOBER
HALLOWEEN FAMILY DAY
WEDNESDAY 28TH OCTOBER
CONDITIONS
First Race 2.53 - THE STOCK EXE BUILDING SUPPLIES MARES’‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 21st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb Stock Exe Building Supplies 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. 19 entries at £35. - Closed May 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 3.23 - THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES COMPANY LTD. NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 21st and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m May 25th. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Totnes & Bridgetown Races Company 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. 13 entries at £33. - Closed May 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.53 -THE HUGH MICHELMORE MEMORIAL 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 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb The friends & family of Hugh Michelmore 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, 1 at £12 and 10 at £55. - Closed May 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 4.23 - THE CHRIS WILLS MEMORIAL 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, May 21st and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Friends & family of Chris Wills 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 £32. - Closed May 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 4.56 - THE MRS. PAMELA ANN DOBBS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Friends & family of Pamela Dobbs 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 £35. - Closed May 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 5.30 - THE RACING FOUNDATION SUPPORTS AUTISM IN RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb 12 entries at £30. - Closed May 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
