Newcastle Bags Race 7 - Arena Racing Company Stakes
MIDTOWN ROMEO (2) was strong over this course and distance last time despite filling the minors, finishing half a length behind Whitehills Ted in 29.60 and recording a new PB here. Expected to go close if runs up to latest. COPPICE GERONIMO (3) was below best at his last start when 6th at this track following a win (29.72) there two back. Has a good record here at this journey. Cannot be taken lightly. RIDGEDALE CHOICE (4) stalked the lead from trap four before hitting the front turning and lifting to score (29.69) at this track in an A8 over 480m. Significant danger. THE INSTIGATOR (6) missed the placings here last start but is well-placed to atone.
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Comments
Finished sixth two starts ago then regained form last time out when she found a couple better over 480m in an A7 at this track. Faces a tough assignment this time.
Last Starts 5 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/5 | 06/03/2026 | 34 | $663.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.63 | 0:29.56 | 0:29.05 | N/A | 1 |
| 0.8L | $6.00 | |
| 6/6 | 31/01/2026 | 5 | A5 | $747.00 | Lifford | 480m | 0:30.45 | 0:29.42 | 0:29.27 | N/A | 1 |
| 14.8L | $1.00 |
| 3/5 | 26/01/2026 | 45 | A1 | $368.00 | Derry | 457m | 0:29.15 | 0:28.65 | 0:28.43 | N/A | 1 |
| 7.1L | $1.00 |
| 2/6 | 12/12/2025 | 6 | A5 | $1,365.00 | Lifford | 480m | 0:29.73 | 0:29.45 | 0:29.08 | N/A | 3 |
| 4.0L | $4.33 |
| 5/6 | 06/12/2025 | 7 | S5 | $2,163.00 | Lifford | 297m | 0:18.06 | 0:17.82 | 0:17.82 | N/A | 2 |
| 3.5L | $5.00 |
| 3/5 | 29/11/2025 | 8 | S5 | $989.00 | Lifford | 297m | 0:17.97 | 0:17.75 | 0:17.75 | N/A | 2 |
| 3.1L | $1.00 |
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Comments
In the money at this track at his last couple of starts, most recently finishing second over 480m. Won't find this any harder. Hard to beat with even luck.
Last Starts 5 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/5 | 06/03/2026 | 6 | $663.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.60 | 0:29.56 | 0:29.05 | N/A | 3 |
| 0.5L | $2.60 | |
| 3/6 | 28/02/2026 | 7 | $767.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.12 | 0:29.57 | 0:28.89 | N/A | 2 |
| 6.7L | $5.50 | |
| 5/5 | 21/02/2026 | 31 | $685.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.22 | 0:29.49 | 0:28.70 | N/A | 2 |
| 9.1L | $6.00 | |
| 1/1 | 11/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.92 | 0:29.92 | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
| 1/1 | 04/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Newcastle Uk | 290m | 0:17.46 | 0:17.46 | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
| 6/6 | 21/01/2026 | 4 | $805.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:36.09 | 0:30.47 | 0:29.21 | N/A | 2 |
| 80.3L | $2.60 | |
| 4/5 | 17/01/2026 | - | $675.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.38 | 0:29.98 | 0:28.64 | N/A | 2 |
| 5.0L | $3.80 |
Stats
Comments
Winner two starts back at this track when scoring by a head in 29.72. Last start finished last in an A7 on March 4 over 480m at this track behind Patriot Missile beaten 10 lengths (30.37). Better than that and worth following up.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 04/03/2026 | 8 | $767.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.37 | 0:29.51 | 0:29.05 | N/A | 3 |
| 10.8L | $4.30 | |
| 1/6 | 24/02/2026 | 7 | $793.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.72 | 0:29.72 | 0:29.34 | N/A | 3 |
| 0.2L | $3.30 | |
| 2/6 | 17/02/2026 | 6 | $793.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.87 | 0:29.80 | 0:29.11 | N/A | 4 |
| 0.8L | $4.00 | |
| 6/6 | 11/02/2026 | 8 | $793.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.40 | 0:29.79 | 0:28.96 | N/A | 4 |
| 7.5L | $5.00 | |
| 2/6 | 03/02/2026 | 6 | $793.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.23 | 0:30.19 | 0:29.54 | N/A | 4 |
| 0.5L | $2.90 | |
| 2/5 | 28/01/2026 | 7 | $685.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.54 | 0:29.53 | 0:29.02 | N/A | 4 |
| 0.1L | $4.50 | |
| 2/2 | 21/10/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | N/A | 0:30.07 | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| 2.75L | $0.00 |
| 1/1 | 15/10/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Newcastle Uk | 290m | 0:17.71 | 0:17.71 | N/A | N/A | 3 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
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Comments
In sparkling form at the moment, having scored two on the run. Continued winning form latest with a 29.69 success over 480m at this track. Racing well and can win again.
Last Starts 5 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 06/03/2026 | 7 | $653.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.69 | 0:29.69 | 0:29.05 | N/A | 4 |
| 2.8L | $2.30 | |
| 1/6 | 27/02/2026 | 7 | HCP | $862.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.48 | 0:29.48 | 0:29.08 | N/A | 2 |
| 0.8L | $3.00 |
| 5/6 | 20/02/2026 | 14 | HCP | $890.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.89 | 0:29.33 | 0:28.75 | N/A | 1 |
| 7.1L | $4.30 |
| 1/6 | 06/02/2026 | 6 | HCP | $890.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.78 | 0:29.78 | 0:28.97 | N/A | 2 |
| 2.3L | $3.30 |
| 5/6 | 31/01/2026 | 7 | HCP | $890.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.94 | 0:29.62 | 0:28.62 | N/A | 3 |
| 4.0L | $7.00 |
| 2/6 | 24/01/2026 | 10 | HCP | $915.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.79 | 0:29.75 | 0:28.78 | N/A | 3 |
| 0.5L | $4.00 |
Stats
Comments
Races well at this course and distance. Last start finished last in an A7 on March 6 over 480m at this track behind Lexis Bullet beaten 2 lengths (30.11). Ignore last start. Has ability and can feature in the finish.
Last Starts 5 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/5 | 06/03/2026 | 9 | $663.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.11 | 0:29.95 | 0:29.05 | N/A | 6 |
| 2.1L | $6.00 | |
| 4/5 | 25/02/2026 | 7 | $685.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.23 | 0:30.02 | 0:28.84 | N/A | 6 |
| 2.4L | $5.00 | |
| 3/6 | 18/02/2026 | 6 | $851.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.05 | 0:29.94 | 0:28.83 | N/A | 6 |
| 1.3L | $11.00 | |
| 5/6 | 12/02/2026 | 9 | $851.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.20 | 0:29.75 | 0:28.65 | N/A | 6 |
| 5.5L | $7.00 | |
| 5/5 | 03/02/2026 | 7 | $734.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:30.20 | 0:30.01 | 0:29.54 | N/A | 6 |
| 2.0L | $4.00 | |
| 3/6 | 27/01/2026 | 6 | $875.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.91 | 0:29.63 | 0:29.29 | N/A | 6 |
| 3.5L | $6.00 | |
| 1/1 | 04/11/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Newcastle Uk | 480m | 0:29.65 | 0:29.65 | N/A | N/A | 6 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
| 1/1 | 28/10/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Newcastle Uk | 290m | 0:17.45 | 0:17.45 | N/A | N/A | 6 |
| 0L | $0.00 |