A VERY WARM WELCOME TO YOU ALL FROM ALL THE TEAM HERE AT NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE FOR OUR AUGUST SATURDAY FIXTURE. 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 our very own on-course bookmakers who provide so much colour and atmosphere to a day’s racing here, the family of Aubrey Loze who we remember as a fantastic character and driving force for this racecourse, Harry & Peg celebrating their 25th Wedding Anniversary and the friends and families of John Price and Eoin Mullen who we fondly remember today. Also with us are the Devon Air Ambulance who have a stand here today near to Alfrescos, please do pay them a visit. We hope all our supporters and their guests have a great day.
As today falls in National Racehorse Week, we are delighted to welcome the equine superstar and local hero that is Frodon. Our thanks go to Jimmy Frost and connections for bringing Frodon today where we celebrate his fantastic career He will be stabled in our temporary stable adjacent to Alfrescos and please do go and say hello, he loves any attention. He will also be parading before our first race today so make sure you’re around the Parade Ring for that.
Today make sure you stay after racing has finished. The brilliant local band Harbour playing some great tunes in the Paddock Bar after racing (everyone welcome to join the party, room capacity allowing) and we will also be showing England’s Rugby World Cup game against Samoa on screens through the racecourse, that game kicking off at 5pm.
Hopefully you were here early enough to take advantage of the free pint of Tribute Ale that was available for the first hour from gates opening, our thanks go to St Austell Brewery for providing that. Remember our courtesy bus back to the train station is in operation today, that will start after the last race and depart from the main drive adjacent to the Premier Inn Hotel.
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 Tuesday 9th September, which is our Bowel Cancer Screening Awareness Raceday followed by another two meetings in September and on 18th October we feature our big race of the season, the Intermediate Chase Our Family Fun Series concludes on Wednesday 29th October, which has a Halloween theme. Also, in this programme you will find our full fixture list for 2026 which we are already looking forward to!
Just to reflect on how we have done so far this year, and we are simply delighted to have been able to stage all of our fixtures so far, especially remembering 2024 when we lost 6 of our 18 racedays It’s a great testament to all of the staff we have working so hard round the clock here 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
Richard Westropp
John Pearn
Steve Drowne
Milly Bersey
William Jordan, Peter Hickman
Guy Lewis
Robert Cuthbert
David Freeman
Timothy Tilsley (Senior), Simon Cope, Simon Scott Hayward
Tony Kaye BVSc (Hons) BA MRCVS
Laura Ruby, David Seymour
Christopher Maiden, Andrea Kelly, Martin Knight, Vince McKevitt
David Fitzgerald
Will Sherwood
John Baker
Ben Robarts
Phil Mingo, Pinnacle@ppauk.com
Stuart Taylor AWCF
George Welch (Joint Chair)
Sir Peter Austin Bt (Joint Chair)
Annette Merchant
Philip Hobbs
John Baker
Anthony Honeyball Racing Club
AWR Consultancy Ltd & The Folly Partners
B Jones & Son
Barrow Hill
BAYTREE
Cambrianway Ltd
Cartwright, Langford and Saunders
Deva Racing SE
Deva Racing SV
Jane Nuala Cartwright
John & Paul Stanaway & Nicola Reed
Lough Hyne Partnership
Mark E Smith and David Lestrange
Mighty Macs Syndicate
Mr D Smith
Mr D. A. Olver
Mr D. V. Gardner
Mr E. A. Brook
Mr F. J. Brennan
Mr M. W. Pendarves
Mr Nathan Pyne
Mr R. E. R. Williams
Mr R. S. Brookhouse
Mr Raymond Treacy
Mr T Boon, Mr C Budge & Mr W Dodd
Mr T. D. H. Hughes
Mr W Corrigan Racing
Mr W. J. Evans
Mrs Kathy Stuart
Mrs M. Devine
Ms G. E. Morgan
Only Here For The Beer
Owners for Owners Luttrell Lad
Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate SL Price & Mathias Partners
Swanbridge Bloodstock & Alne Park Stud
The Shinton Family
The Unspeakable Twelve
Upton House Stud
ValueRacingClub.co.uk
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23rd - 31st August 2025
Yards, studs and aftercare centres across the country are opening their doors to celebrate the love, care and attention that racehorses receive 365 days a year.
As part of National Racehorse Week, the legendary Frodon will be here at Newton Abbot today.
Frodon, a French-bred bay gelding who joined Paul Nicholls’s stable in late 2015, fashioned one of the most cherished careers in recent National Hunt memory. Across 52 starts, he secured 19 wins, including 17 over fences and 2 over hurdles, and placed in the top three 33 times— a testament to his remarkable durability and consistency.
Frodon’s breakthrough on the big stage came at the 2019 Cheltenham Festival, where—ridden by Bryony Frost—he stormed to victory in the Grade 1 Ryanair Chase. Frost famously dubbed him “Pegasus,” saying he “has got wings”and that he “grabbed me by the hands”to finish.
Another pinnacle moment came the following year at Kempton Park, where Frodon, again piloted by Frost, claimed victory in the prestigious King George VI Chase. At 20/1 odds, it was a fairy-tale moment. He also took the 2021 Champion Chase at Down Royal. Again showing courage from the front he beat out top competition from the likes of Galvin and Gold Cup winner Minella Indo to capture his third Grade 1 win.
Beyond these headline victories, Frodon demonstrated his versatility and grit to score in a plethora of Grade 2/3 events as well such as the Caspian Caviar Gold Cup and the Old Roan Chase, which he snagged in 2016 and 2018 respectively.
Frodon has a history with Newton Abbot as well. Racing here twice in his career which included a masterful eight-length victory here as a novice in 2016.
Frodon bid adieu in the 2023 King George VI Chase and at 12 years old, he was retired, ended a hugely successful racing career.
Frodon will be parading in the Parade Ring before the first race. Make sure you then stop by our temporary stable adjacent to the Annual Members Room as everyone is welcome to go and meet him.
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 DEVON AIR AMBULANCE MARES’MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES TOTAL PRIZE FUND £8500
Leading course trainer (20-25): F O’Brien (27 wins from 103 runners, 26%) runs NEVER TOLD ME
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Williams (1 win from 4 runners, 25%) runs LYNSEY LARUE
Longest Traveller: MANYANA BLUE trained by Dr R Newland & J Insole, Droitwich, 160 miles.
1 LYNSEY LARUE (IRE) (125) P/1403-1 6 11-8
Br B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Open Your Heart (IRE) Isabel Williams J
O Mr W Corrigan Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr Richard Murphy
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to a dual point winner, dam, ran twice on Flat, half-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (stayed 25f) Hunters Belt Dual-Irish point winner, including last time (Apr 27) and she starts Rules career at a very realistic level
2 NEVER TOLD ME (GB) (10) 00-55
6 11-8
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Feisty Lass (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Deva Racing SV Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B J. P. Selby Deva Racing Group S
BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on second of 2 bumper outings for Polly Gundry. Fifth of 12 on 2m Uttoxeter hurdles/yard debut in July and didn’t progress as expected when occupying same spot at Worcester 10 days ago Hood may help her settle TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 IRISANTE (GER) (195) 430230-
4 11-5
Br B f Tai Chi (GER) - Irresistable (GER) Kielan Woods J
O Mark E Smith and David Lestrange D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Gestut Hachtsee Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles for Hugo Merienne in France but she hasn’t got near that level on these shores despite being placed at Doncaster and Leicester last winter. Returns from an absence and she really should be a factor at this level TFRHHHII BHA107
4 MIDNIGHT PASS (GB) (37) 26 BF 4 11-5
Br B f Passing Glance - Midnight Gem Ben Jones J
O Ms G. E. Morgan
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Ms Gillian E Morgan Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly who produced a promising first effort behind an unbeaten Irish-raider when second in 10-runner Worcester bumper last month. Disappointing over same C&D 3 weeks later and now has attentions switched to hurdling TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 CASUAL ENCOUNTER (GB) (21)
Br B f Passing Glance - Cape Spirit (IRE)
3 10-3
Isabelle Ryder (7) J
O Mr F. J. Brennan Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B Kingsclere Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to bumper winner Topkapi (by Bobby’s Kitten). Modest maiden up to 2m on Flat when with Andrew Balding, well held on stable debut last time Hurdles bow. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
MANYANA BLUE
(GB) (34) 332 3 10-3
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 shown an aptitude for hurdling to be placed 3 times Form isn’t anything to get carried away by, though. TFRHHIII BHA94
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Stewards Note:
IRISANTE: Following its run on 16/2/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface.
Probable S.P.’s: 10-3 Never Told Me (GB), 7-2 Irisante (GER), 4-1 Midnight Pass (GB), Manyana Blue (GB), 5-1 Lynsey Larue (IRE), 80-1 Casual Encounter (GB)
LYNSEY LARUE was good enough to win twice in Irish points so in the hope the market vibes are positive and she has the speed for this test, she is awarded the tentative vote Never Told Me may advance her form now equipped with a hood, while Midnight Pass showed enough on her bumper debut to make her of serious interest
THE HARRY & PEG’S SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY NOVICES’HURDLE RACE
Fancy That: F O’Brien won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs SARATOGA LASS today.
Longest Traveller: HAPTICS trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 248 miles.
COLOURS NO HORSE
1 HOWTH (IRE) (47) 1131 CD 6 11-12
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Muwakaba (USA) Stan Sheppard J
O ValueRacingClub.co.uk Tom Lacey, Woolhope T
B Capital Bloodstock Plumbing World S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful staying handicapper on Flat for Michael Appleby who has made a smooth transition to hurdling, making it 3 wins from only 4 starts when pulling right away from his 3 rivals in a C&D handicap last month.Very much the one to beat despite conceding plenty of weight all round TFRHHHHH BHA128
2 HAPTICS (FR) (11) P/- 5 11-0
Br B g Camelot - Oasis Lady (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Cambrianway Ltd James Owen, Newmarket T
B Puerari,Oceanic Bloodstock, Monceau, Haz Cambrianway Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 13f), stepping up on stable debut effort when fifth of 8 at Wolverhampton 11 days ago Pulled up sole outing over hurdles back in December 2023 but hasn’t been with powerful yard long and potentially interesting reverted to hurdles TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 MAJESTIC MOMENT (IRE) (36) 54/PP-P0 6 11-0
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Lost It (IRE) David Noonan J
O Mr T. D. H. Hughes
B Mr Conor Hayes
Dean Summersby, Kellacott T
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who finished last of 10 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (50/1) on Rules debut 36 days ago, showing no encouragement. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 SARATOGA LASS (IRE) (45) 26/33//-41 9 11-0
Br Ch m Valirann (FR) - Grangeclare Star (IRE)
O Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate SL
Fern O’Brien (5) J
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Ethel Flanagan Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in bumpers before a long absence. Confirmed hurdling debut promise with victory in a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter (5/1) 45 days ago, benefiting from an enterprising front-running ride Likely to find this more challenging TFRHHHII BHA107
5 ABSOLUT GREY (FR) (131) 5PP5P2-
4 10-11
Br Gr g Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Caribena (FR) Bryan Carver J
O Mr T Boon, Mr C Budge & Mr W Dodd Dean Summersby, Kellacott T
B Mme Sylviane Guittard , Mr Geoffrey Guit
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished fifth of 7 in 18f French maiden hurdle in May 2024 before pulling up at Sable-Sur-Sarthe later that month. Tongue strap now removed. First run for new trainer TFRHHIII BHA-
6 TOP TIER GOSSIP (GB) (85) 26-35 5 10-7
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Well Connected Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Swanbridge Bloodstock & Alne Park Stud Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW ShowedsomeabilityinbumpersandwhenthirdinanovicehurdleatWorcesteronhurdlingdebut.Belowparwhenonlyfifthof8inmaidenhurdle at Bangor (4/1) next time, held when not fluent two out after chasing leaders May need a step back up in distance to show her best form. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: BRAVE KNIGHT 4 11 9 Freddie Gingell 2-5 (Paul Nicholls) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4.
Longest Traveller: BALLYWILLIAM BOY trained by G & J Moore, Horsham, 184 miles.
1 CENTARA (IRE) (9) 36-1111 CD 7 11-10
Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Spartan Angel (IRE) Jay Tidball (5) J
O Mrs Kathy Stuart Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Vastly improved since being fitted with a tongue strap, completing a four timer (and third C&D win) in 6-runner handicap chase 9 days ago Up another 5lb but this exuberant front-runner is a big player once more. TFRHHHHH BHA131
2 BALLYWILLIAM BOY (IRE) (36) 200-232 10 11-0
Br B g Vita Venturi (IRE) - Safety Recue (IRE) Freddie Mitchell (5) J
O Mrs M. Devine Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Michael Hourigan KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 22 runs since his last win in 2021 but he’s running well, second of 5 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (16f, good) 36 days ago In the mix again. TFRHHHHI BHA121
3 GOT GREY (FR) (66) 4026-41 D
6 10-9
Br Gr g Outstrip - Lovely Best (FR) Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Only Here For The Beer Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B S.C.E.A. Haras de Treli The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over fences in 7-runner handicap atWorcester (16.5f, good to firm) in June, doing well to overcome a blunder 2 out Not taken lightly despite a 4lb rise TFRHHHII BHA116
4 OBSESSEDWITHYOU (FR) (41) 22-4113 D BF 6 10-5
Br B m Bathyrhon (GER) - Carmona (FR) Gavin Sheehan J
O AWR Consultancy Ltd & The Folly Partners Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B John Kilpatrick & Richard Mark Venn BetVictor S
TIMEFORMVIEW Already a much better chaser than hurdler, winning at Ffos Las and Bangor in early summer Not so good from a career-high mark at Stratford (19.4f, good to soft) last month but the sort to bounce back Engaged 7.18 Fontwell Friday. TFRHHHII BHA112
5 BREAKING COVER (IRE) (9) 2F/4-113 C D 7 10-5
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Peace And The City (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Cartwright, Langford and Saunders Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Con O’Keeffe geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a pair of handicap hurdles here and at Uttoxeter in July and posted a good third of 5 here (16.8f, good) 9 days ago Much respected reverted to this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA109
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (FR) 7 11 4 Brian Hughes 7-2 (Donald McCain) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2.
CENTARA has been transformed since going tongue tied and is fancied to extend his winning spree to five despite being raised 5lb for his latest C&D victory Ballywilliam Boy is a long time without a win but could still prove the main danger to Paul Nicholls’ front-runner ahead of Worcester scorer Got Grey
THE EOIN MULLEN MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS
Leading course trainer (20-25): E Williams (17 wins from 122 runners, 14%) runs JACKSON’S BAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs CHILLHI
Longest Traveller: TUBA trained by R O’Brien, Ireland.
1 CHILLHI (IRE) (9) 000-2P1 5
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Hi Katriona (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Deva Racing SE James Owen, Newmarket T
B Mr John Webb Deva Racing Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW EndedalengthylosingrunoverhurdlesatUttoxeter(20f)inJulyandkeptbusysince,enterprisinglyriddenwhenscoringontheFlatatBeverley (2m) on penultimate start.Well-beaten at Newcastle since though but respected if keeping the errors at bay returned to timber
2 FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (57) 6F40-12 CD
11 11-13
Br B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose Charlie Price (3) J
O B Jones & Son Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T
B C. F. C. Jackson B Jones & Sons Tar Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who justified good support back from 4 months off in a C&D handicap hurdle in June and followed that with a good second over fences back here (16.3f) last month. Remains well treated on old form and he’s respected reverting back to smaller obstacles TFRHHHHI BHA104
3 JUGGERNAUT (FR) (67) 1/5031-3 BF 6 11-12
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Sacoleva (FR) Chad Bament (7) J
O Anthony Honeyball Racing Club Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B S.C. Couetil Elevage geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEW NotfullyexposedandproducedacareerbestwhenrunningawaywithaStratfordhandicap(18.7f)inOctober Ranatleastaswellfromrevisedmark despite losing crucial momentum when third behind FeelThe Pich on return over C&D in June and this 6-y-o remains one to be interested in. TFRHHHHH BHA103
4 GORE POINT (GB) (41) F0-1212 CD BF 5 11-10
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Preveza (FR)
O Mr M. W. Pendarves
Sam Twiston-Davies J
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Porlock Vale Stud geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improver ontheback of abreathingoperation,landingpairofC&D handicapseithersideofagoodWorcestersecond Mistakeslateondid him no favours when coming off second best in a match here 6 weeks ago and he’s certainly not out of things One of 2 from this yard. TFRHHHHI BHA101
5
TURPIN GOLD
(GB) (12) 00/-1152
9 11-9
Br B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Tamara Stan Sheppard J
O The Shinton Family Tom Lacey, Woolhope T
B J. B. J. Richards Plumbing World S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasbeenrejuvenatedbyastableswitch,winningfirst2startsatPlumptonandHuntingdoninMay.HadexcusesatUttoxeterinhat-trickbidinJuly and confirmed he remains in top form when second at Stratford (2m) 12 days ago, beaten only by a revitalised rival One to consider again. TFRHHHII BHA100
6 TUBA (GB) (19) 4U4 4 11-3
Br Gr g Golden Horn - Iromea (IRE) Danny Mullins J
O Mr Raymond Treacy Richard John O’Brien, Ireland T
B Newsells Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Irishraiderwhoiswinlessunderbothcodesbutshowedmorethanpreviouslyinthisspherewhenfourthof11innovicehurdleatBallinrobe(16.5f,good) 19 days ago. Interesting connections pitch him in here for handicap debut and confidence behind him in the betting would look significant. TFRHHHII BHA97
7 JACKSON’S BAY (IRE) (163) 0545- 4 10-6
Br Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Echo River (USA) Adam Wedge J
O Mr R. E. R. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Louis Kennedy
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 6 winners, including smart hurdler MarshWarbler Displayed signs of promise in trio of novice hurdle runs during the winter but no immediate improvement for switch to handicaps when last of 5 at Chepstow (2m) in March. Remains early days at least, so not one to write off TFRHHIII BHA86
8 CATBOY (FR) (9) 0-546P0
Br B g Agent Secret (IRE) - Cadouya Girl (FR)
O John & Paul Stanaway & Nicola Reed
5 10-4
Jack Tudor J
Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B E., K., P., & V. Leray Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a Fontwell handicap last September but that came from 4lb lower and he’s been struggling to get competitive over both fences/hurdles in recent months, offering little when twelfth of 13 in handicap hurdle at this course (18.5f) 9 days ago Refitted cheekpieces need to spark a revival TFRHHIII BHA81
9 IT’S LIFE (GB) (34) 345 3 10-2
Br B f Without Parole - Havana Jane Ben Godfrey J
O Mr E. A. Brook Kathy Turner, Sherborne T
B Farleigh Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat who could only run to a modest level in a trio of quick-fire hurdle runs last month, again less than fluent when fifth of 11 in juvenile hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f) 34 days ago Plenty on her plate now handicapping from long way out of the weights TFRHHIII BHA86
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2024: DAANY (IRE) 7 10 7 Taylor Fisher 7-1 (Joe Tickle) 9 ran
Visor worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Chillhi (IRE), 4-1 Gore Point (GB), 9-2 Juggernaut (FR), 11-2 Feel The Pinch (GB), 7-1 Turpin Gold (GB), 10-1 Tuba (GB), 22-1 Jackson’s Bay (IRE), 40-1 Catboy (FR), 50-1 It’s Life (GB)
Plenty of in-form sorts in opposition with JUGGERNAUT selected to come out on top. He posted a big career best when successful at Stratford last autumn and confirmed the improvement displayed then without being seen to best effect when a close third behind re-opposing Feel The Pinch here in June. He may be up to reversing those placings, with his stablemate Gore Point and top weight Chillhi others in the mix.
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THE AUBREY LOZE MEMORIAL
HANDICAP
HURDLE RACE
Chairman here from 2002-2013, Aubrey Loze was a dynamic leader at the racecourse with a profound love for the sport. His racing colours were carried to great success by horses with local trainers and no winner gave him greater pleasure than winning here at Newton Abbot!
Those Newton Abbot winners included the classy Native Fling. Trained by Philip Hobbs, the gelding was a massive 11-length winner here in 1998. They would go on to have great success together, even making the trip over to Ireland to score at Punchestown in 1999.
Aubrey would go on to be named Honorary President of Newton Abbot Races in 2017 and 2018 and this race is run to honour his memory.
THE AUBREY LOZE MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): E Williams (17 wins from 122 runners, 14%) runs BALKARDY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs SECRET TRIX
Longest Traveller: FEUD trained by R O’Brien, Ireland.
1 FEUD (GB) (22) 11-02 5 12-0
Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Agnes Stewart (IRE) Danny Mullins J
O Lough Hyne Partnership Richard John O’Brien, Ireland T
B Branton Court Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Started 2-2 over hurdles in maiden/novice company last year and that form looks to have substance. Struggled in graded company back over hurdles this season butgot back on the up when second atWexford (16.8f) 22days ago Longer trip may suit (stays 17f on Flat)and looks apotential improver TFRHHHHI BHA137
2 SECRET TRIX (GB) (105) 21P40-3
Br B g Kayf Tara - Box of Trix (IRE)
8 11-9
Sean Bowen J
O Mr D Smith Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Aiden Murphy Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever following a breathing operation when winning at Uttoxeter this time last year Form tailed off towards the end of last season but ran right up to his best returned to Uttoxeter (23.3f) when third in a 6-runner handicap on reappearance in May. Goes well fresh and merits respect. TFRHHHII BHA132
3 D DAY ARVALENREEVA
(IRE) (42) 4311-10 5 11-0
Br Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Eccellente Idea (IRE) Jack Quinlan J
O Mr D. A. Olver Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T
B Mrs Liz O’Leary
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat but thrived over hurdles against her own sex in the spring, easily landing a hat-trick at Cartmel (16.6f). Seemingly found out in better companywhenwellheldintheSummerPlateatMarketRasenandmayneedtotakeastepforwardnowuppedintriponfirststartfornewhandler TFRHHIII BHA123
4 MY CHIQUITA
(GB) (54) 11/421-2
6 10-13
Br B m Postponed (IRE) - Warling (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T
B Ashbrittle Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW FairFlatwinnerbuthasafinerecordoverhurdles,winningthreeofher6startsandprovingbetterthaneverindefeatwhenaclosesecond(HeightofFame back in third) atWorcester (20f) last month, possibly would have won had her jumping held up late on. Should give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA122
5 LUTTRELL LAD (IRE)
(42) 4104-44
Br B g Beat Hollow - Fairly Definite (IRE)
9 10-12
Mrs Izzie Hill (7) J
O Owners for Owners Luttrell Lad Tom Lacey, Woolhope T
B Louis G. Vambeck Plumbing World S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won atTaunton (soft) off this mark in February, his only below-par effort since coming here (16.8f) when unsuited by the steady gallop. Bounced back to form granted more of a test when fourth at Cartmel (17.2f). Now tried in a visor and looks well worth another go over this sort of distance. TFRHHHII BHA121
6 MOSTLY SUNNY (IRE) (42) 512-444
6 10-9
Br Ch g Zarak (FR) - Belle Above All Harry Atkins (7) J
O Mighty Macs Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mrs D. J. James
TIMEFORM VIEW WonaPlumptonhandicapinfirst-timecheekpiecesinAprilandbackedthatupinastrongerracewhenrunner-upbehindausefulWillieMullinshorseat Sandown 5 days later. Not quite in the same form at Market Rasen last month but has been freshened up for this. Interesting if back to his best. TFRHHHHH BHA118
7 AL SAYAH (GB) (42) 12-1123 CD
12-1123
Br B m Golden Horn - Acquisition
O Jane Nuala Cartwright
B Shaikh Daij Al Khalifa
5 10-9
Conor O’Farrell J
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a cross-code hat-trick last year and nearlymade it 3 in arow over hurdles this season, winning twice over C&D prior
NON-RUNNER
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at Bangor in June As good as ever when third in a deeper handicap at Cartmel (solid form) last month and she makes appeal returning to
8 QUEENS VENTURE
(IRE) (41) 14P42-1 D 5 10-7
Br B m Westerner - Bobbi’s Venture (IRE)
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Winter Gold Racing 4 Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Pat Moore The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive when landing a double last season before a busy spell took its toll Back on the up following a 17-length victory at Stratford (22, soft), for all the worth of that form is difficult to assess Faces much tougher opposition here but she’s fairly low-mileage and in excellent hands TFRHHHHI BHA116
9 BALKARDY
(FR) (86) 00F45-1 D 8 10-2
Br Ch g Balko (FR) - Kalimnos (FR) Isabel Williams J
O Mr W. J. Evans Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr Hugo Merienne & Mr Yann Hamon Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile performer got back to somewhere near his best over a trip shorter than he usually tackles when winning a 6-runner handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, good to soft) in June, showing a good attitude to overhaul the favourite. Given a break but more required upped in grade TFRHHIII BHA111
10THE HEIGHT OF FAME (GB) (54)
Br B m Fame And Glory - Good Thinking
34440-3 CD 8 10-2
Brendan Powell J
O Barrow Hill Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T
B Barrow Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW Formfiguresatthistrackread121andmadeahighlyencouragingreappearance(hadgonewellfreshpreviously)whenthirdina21/2mWorcesterhandicap (2 lengthsbehind My Chiquita) last month. 1lb better off with that rival here and no surprise to see herenhance excellent course record. TFRHHHHI BHA110
Visor worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5, 10.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6, 9, 10.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 My Chiquita (GB), 6-1 Feud (GB), 13-2 Queens Venture (IRE), 7-1 Secret Trix (GB), 17-2 The Height of Fame (GB), 9-1 Mostly Sunny (IRE), 12-1 Luttrell Lad (IRE), 16-1 D Day Arvalenreeva (IRE), 20-1 Balkardy (FR)
In a wide-open handicap, it may be worth giving MOSTLY SUNNY another chance. He’s been freshened up for this and looks interesting on the form he showed in handicaps earlier this year. Irish raider Feud is one of the least exposed runners and could well improve for this longer trip My Chiquita and The Height of Fame both ran a cracker when placed at Worcester, the latter has an excellent record at this track
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
HARBOUR will be playing in the Paddock Bar after racing this evening from straight after the last race.
One of our premier local bands with a set full of floor fillers. Everyone welcome to join the party!
Please note there is a maximum capacity in the room
NEWTON ABBOT ON COURSE BOOKMAKERS NOVICES’HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £10000
Leading course trainer (20-25): E Williams (17 wins from 122 runners, 14%) runs BLACKACRE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Harris (2 wins from 20 runners, 10%) runs MY GIRL KATIE
Longest Traveller: UNSPEAKABLE trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 147 miles.
NO HORSE
1 MY GIRL KATIE (IRE) (12) 114121 CD 8 12-0
Br B m Ocovango - Kings Sister (IRE) Conor Ring J
O Price & Mathias Partners Grace Harris, Shirenewton T
B Thomas Mulhern
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in July who had plenty to spare when adding to her tally at Stratford 12 days ago New mark kicks in now but she looks capable of defying it TFRHHHHH BHA86
2 UNSPEAKABLE (IRE) (57) 241-355
Br Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Croise Naofa (IRE)
7 11-11
Jack Tudor J
O The Unspeakable Twelve Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Jack O’Dwyer Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the most of a good opportunity when ending losing run atTaunton in April However, he’s finished well held the last twice and needs first-time cheekpieces to spark some sort of revival (now just 2lb above last winning mark). TFRHHHII BHA83
3 TESTFLIGHT (GB) (9) 132212 CD BF
Br B g Kayf Tara - Molly Flight (FR)
8 11-9
Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Mr D. V. Gardner Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Overbury Stallions Ltd Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form this summer and finally off the mark in 4-runner handicap over C&D in July Decent second back hurdling here since and should run his race again. TFRHHHII BHA81
4 BLACKACRE (GB) (9) 3523-61 CD
6 11-1
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tullow Tonic (IRE) Adam Wedge J
O Baytree Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Tom Weston
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a career-low mark over C&D 9 days ago after 3 months off, well backed to do so in a change of headgear Warrants respect despite being 5lb higher for this quick turnaround TFRHHHHI BHA73
5 MINI FORTUNE (IRE) (45) 0443-43
Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Mini Dane (IRE)
8 11-1
Mr James King (3) J
O Mr Nathan Pyne Thomas Faulkner, Devauden T
B Mr Kevin Dillon
TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific winning pointer who has reached the frame in all 3 handicap chases under Rules. Could play a prominent role again. TFRHHHII BHA73
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 My Girl Katie (IRE), 11-4 Blackacre (GB), 11-2 Unspeakable (IRE), 6-1 Testflight (GB), Mini Fortune (IRE)
MY GIRL KATIE quickly resumed winning ways over fences in good style at Stratford recently and can make it 3 wins from her last 4 starts in this sphere. Blackacre landed a bit of a gamble over C&D recently and is the obvious threat.
BETTING TICKETS
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the ‘off’
Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket.
We will be showing the England Rugby World Cup Womens match versus Samoa across our screens after Racing.
That game kicks off at 5pm so we will switch to the rugby as soon as Newton Abbot racing results are concluded
We hope you enjoy the game and support the team!
Newton Abbot Racecourse wishes to thank our On-Course Bookmakers for their generous support of racing this afternoon, and all year round.
They are an intrinsic part of the fabric of the raceday here at Newton Abbot which boasts robust betting rings and offer great value to our customers Make sure you get down to those betting rings today and soak up the atmosphere, watch the prices of each horse changing, have some banter with the bookmakers
Everyone is welcome to come and have a responsible bet and have some fun, you really can seek out the best value prices if you shop around! Please do make the most of your raceday by making a visit and again our huge thanks to the bookmakers for their positive customer engagement and support of Newton Abbot Racecourse
CONDITIONS
First Race 2.15 - THE DEVON AIR AMBULANCE MARES’ MAIDEN 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 maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, August 25th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 3lb; 4-y-o 11st 5lb 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb The Devon Air Ambulance 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 13 entries at £37. - Closed August 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.45 - THE HARRY & PEG’S SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY 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 Enter by noon, August 25th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb The Tear Family 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 13 entries at £37. - Closed August 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.20 - THE JOHN PRICE MEMORIAL CHASE NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for novice four yrs old and upwards £49 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £39 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). 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 6 entries, 1 at £10 and 5 at £49. - Closed August 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 3.55 - THE EOIN MULLEN MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, August 25th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Friends & Family of ‘Eoin Mullen 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 15 entries at £20.Closed August 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 4.30 - THE AUBREY LOZE MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15843 to the winning horse The second to receive £7290, the third £3645, the fourth £1824 and the fifth £909. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Friends and Family of Aubrey Loze are kindly supporting 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 girl in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, 5 at £15 and 10 at £75. - Closed August 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 5.05 - THE NEWTON ABBOT ON COURSE BOOKMAKERS NOVICES’ 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, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, August 25th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Newton Abbot On Course Bookmakers 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 12 entries at £25. - Closed August 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 12lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
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