Newcastle Race 2 - Read Meg Nicholls' Blog At Betmgm.co.uk Restricted Novice Stakes (Gbb Race)
ART GALLERY (7) managed to take a clear step forward providing second outing when a strong runner-up over 1400m at Wolverhampton finishing a neck second after travelling well on the turn to be sticking on nicely. A repeat of that effort will see her firmly in the mix. VIKING GLORY (3) shaped with promise debuting at York over 1200m finishing 4.5L away in fourth. Improvement expected and rates a likely contender. THUNDER PANTS (10) is an Iffraaj newcomer representing the Richard Fahey team. Makes appeal on pedigree and stable profile. RAVEN'S VIEW (5) is another debutant colt. Worth monitoring for market support. Completes the shortlist.
Jockey: K Stott
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign failed to make an impression; 5th of 7 at Carlisle on August 4 over 1200m, 12 len behind Daydreama carrying 59kg at $23. First up last campaign second last of 11 at York on May 15 over 1200m, 9 len behind First Legion with 59kg at $41. Doubt he will trouble these.
Last Starts 119 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 04/08/2025 | 65 | NOV 2 | $18,150.00 | Carlisle | 1207m | Good | Sam James | 59kg | 1:14.24 | 1-2-5 | 4 |
| 12.5L | $23.00 |
| 7/8 | 31/05/2025 | 16 | OPEN NOV 2 | $54,450.00 | Chester | 1207m | Good | Kevin Stott | 59kg | 1:17.31 | 1-2-7 | 1 |
| 20.0L | $15.00 |
| 10/11 | 15/05/2025 | - | OPEN NOV 2 | $54,450.00 | York | 1207m | Good Firm | Kevin Stott | 59kg | 1:13.97 | 6-5-10 | 4 |
| 9.8L | $41.00 |
Jockey: William Cox
Weight: 60.5kgs
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At debut, 7th of 9 at Wolverhampton on November 3 over 1400m, 14 len behind Darn Hot Gallop carrying 60.5kg at $15. Will need to improve sharply.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 03/11/2025 | - | MDN 2 | $11,430.00 | Wolverhampton | 1408m | Neutral | Luke Morris | 60.5kg | 1:28.65 | 3-5-7 | 8 |
| 14.0L | $15.00 |
Jockey: Barry Mchugh
Weight: 60.5kgs
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At debut, tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at York on October 10 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Thaluna with 60.5kg at $15. Ready to find winning form.
Last Starts 52 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 10/10/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $45,370.00 | York | 1207m | Good | Oisin Orr | 60.5kg | 1:13.75 | 2-3-4 | 7 |
| 4.3L | $15.00 |
Jockey: T Eaves
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Two-year-old colt who is first starter by Ulysses out of Clon Coulis. Should kick off on the right note.
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Weight: 58.5kgs
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Two-year-old gelding by Raven's Pass out of Sightline having his first start. Profiles nicely and is worth keeping safe.
Jockey: O Mcsweeney
Weight: 58.5kgs
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Raced twice to date. At big odds at debut, ran last of 15 at Redcar on November 4 over 1200m, 26 len behind Saber Strike carrying 59kg at $34. Second-up got back early 6th of 10 at this track on November 26 over 1600m, 8 len behind Emma's Letter carrying 59.5kg at $34. Has plenty of upside and can play a feature role.
Last Starts 5 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 26/11/2025 | 22 | NOV 2 | $11,430.00 | Newcastle | 1609m | Neutral | Oisin McSweeney | 59.5kg | 1:41.40 | 9-9-6 | 5 |
| 8.0L | $34.00 |
| 15/15 | 04/11/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $12,700.00 | Redcar | 1207m | Good | Oisin McSweeney | 59kg | 1:10.29 | 14-15-15 | 3 |
| 26.3L | $34.00 |
Jockey: P J Mcdonald
Weight: 58kgs
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Raced two times to date. When well in the market at debut, sat on the pace before fading to run last of 8 at Southwell All Weather on September 29 over 1400m, 13 len behind Crafty Blue with 58kg at $3. Last start 2nd of 9 at Wolverhampton on November 3 over 1400m, neck behind Darn Hot Gallop carrying 58kg at $29. Tough to beat.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 03/11/2025 | 35 | MDN 2 | $11,430.00 | Wolverhampton | 1408m | Neutral | George Wood | 58kg | 1:28.65 | 6-3-2 | 7 |
| 0.3L | $29.00 |
| 8/8 | 29/09/2025 | - | NOV F 2 | $12,340.00 | Southwell | 1408m | Neutral | Oisin Murphy | 58kg | 1:28.78 | 3-4-8 | 4 |
| 13.5L | $3.00 |
Jockey: Jason Hart
Weight: 58kgs
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Third race start today. At debut, 3rd in a small field at Southwell All Weather on October 24 over 1200m, 6 len behind Monarch's Gold with 56.5kg at $17. Last start ran last of 8 at Southwell All Weather on November 3 over 1200m, 8 len behind Sahara Magic with 58kg at $13. Cannot enthuse.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 03/11/2025 | 10 | MDN F 2 | $11,430.00 | Southwell | 1207m | Neutral | Oisin Orr | 58kg | 1:17.16 | 7-7-8 | 5 |
| 8.3L | $13.00 |
| 3/5 | 24/10/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $11,430.00 | Southwell | 1207m | Neutral | Edward Greatrex | 56.5kg | 1:16.80 | 4-3-3 | 3 |
| 6.8L | $17.00 |
Jockey: George Wood
Weight: 57kgs
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Jumped at very long odds at debut, second last of 7 at this track on November 18 over 1600m, 14 len behind Hot And Cold with 58kg at $81. Won't find this any easier so she is likely to struggle again.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 18/11/2025 | - | NOV F 2 | $11,430.00 | Newcastle | 1609m | Neutral | Oliver Stammers | 58kg | 1:42.92 | 7-6-6 | 7 |
| 14.0L | $81.00 |
Jockey: Ethan Tindall
Weight: 56kgs
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Two-year-old filly (Iffraaj - Dubai Jungle) making her debut. Should run a bold race.