Pontefract Race 1 - Every Raceday Is Autism Friendly At Pontefract Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
SPACEMAN (8) finished a respectable runner-up on first career appearance attempting a Redcar novice race back in November. Makes first start this year looking to go one better. INVINCIBLE BOY (3) is a stablemate to the top pick. Placed both career starts to date including when third on latest outing in a 1200m Doncaster maiden during November. Expected to challenge. SHOWTOWN (7) brings most racecourse experience. Managed to place past three career outings including over course and distance last season. Dangerous. MILFORD GRANGE (5) cannot be discounted after placing third on only career outing so far at Redcar.
Jockey: D Allan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by Aclaim out of Spirit Ranger. Profiles well and worth watching for any market moves.
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Third race start. First start ran last of 13 at Carlisle on May 29 over 1180m, 20 len behind Mister Moet with 59.5kg at $29. Returned from break 8th of 11 at Newcastle All Weather on March 19 over 1200m, 11 len behind Farandaway carrying 57.5kg at $23. Not keen on his chances.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11 | 19/03/2026 | 294 | MDN 35 | $18,150.00 | Newcastle | 1207m | Neutral | Joanna Mason | 57.5kg | 1:13.67 | - | 9 |
| 11.3L | $23.00 |
| 13/13 | 29/05/2025 | - | OPEN NOV 2 | $23,060.00 | Carlisle | 1171m | Good Soft | James Sullivan | 59.5kg | 1:15.92 | 7-13-13 | 2 |
| 20.0L | $29.00 |
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last campaign third of 9 at Doncaster November 8 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Big Harry with 60.5kg at $3. On debut second of 8 at York October 10 over 1200m, 1.0 len behind Thaluna with 60.5kg at $51. Likely improver who can start this prep in a strong way.
Last Starts 149 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 08/11/2025 | 29 | MDN 2 | $39,930.00 | Doncaster | 1207m | Heavy | Cam Hardie | 60.5kg | 1:18.79 | 2-2-3 | 8 |
| 6.0L | $3.00 |
| 2/8 | 10/10/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $45,370.00 | York | 1207m | Good | Cam Hardie | 60.5kg | 1:13.75 | 6-6-2 | 6 |
| 1.0L | $51.00 |
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Resuming after a lengthy spell. Only one run when held ground to the line 3rd of 8 at this track on August 6 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Gold Queen Kindly carrying 60.5kg at $10. Expected to run a bold race again.
Last Starts 243 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 06/08/2025 | - | MDN 2 | $16,340.00 | Pontefract | 1207m | Good Firm | Hector Crouch | 60.5kg | 1:18.02 | 4-3-3 | 4 |
| 2.8L | $10.00 |
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Resuming from a lengthy break. Only one run when raced on the pace when 3rd of 8 at Redcar on October 17 over 1200m, 2 len behind Harswell Angel carrying 59kg at $8.50. Rates highly and can break through.
Last Starts 171 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 17/10/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $12,700.00 | Redcar | 1207m | Good | Billy Garritty | 59kg | 1:11.41 | 4-4-3 | 6 |
| 2.0L | $8.50 |
Jockey: Alex Jary
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Jumped at very long odds at debut, second last of 11 at Newcastle All Weather on March 19 over 1400m, 18 len behind Infinite Dream with 56kg at $126. Can't see him playing a major role.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 19/03/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $18,150.00 | Newcastle | 1408m | Neutral | Alex Jary | 56kg | 1:26.62 | - | 12 |
| 18.3L | $126.00 |
Jockey: K Stott
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Resuming after a six-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign third in a small field at Hamilton Park September 22 over 1200m, soft track; 3.5 len behind Passing Thought carrying 59.5kg at $3.50. On debut eighth of 13 at Carlisle May 29 over 1180m, 6 len behind Mister Moet carrying 60.5kg at $3.30. Expected to play a major role.
Last Starts 196 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/5 | 22/09/2025 | 41 | MDN 2 | $18,150.00 | Hamilton Park Uk | 1207m | Soft | Tom Eaves | 59.5kg | 1:13.39 | 4-1-3 | 1 |
| 3.5L | $3.50 |
| 2/7 | 12/08/2025 | 25 | MDN 2 | $18,150.00 | Hamilton Park Uk | 1207m | Good Soft | Tom Eaves | 60.5kg | 1:10.99 | 2-1-2 | 3 |
| 0.8L | $4.50 |
| 2/11 | 18/07/2025 | 50 | NOV 2 | $18,450.00 | Pontefract | 1207m | Good | Josephine Gordon | 60.5kg | 1:17.28 | 4-3-2 | 2 |
| 2.0L | $4.00 |
| 8/13 | 29/05/2025 | - | OPEN NOV 2 | $23,060.00 | Carlisle | 1171m | Good Soft | Tom Eaves | 60.5kg | 1:15.92 | 10-7-8 | 10 |
| 6.5L | $3.25 |
Jockey: O J Orr
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Resumes from a spell after only one run when made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 15 at Redcar on November 4 over 1200m, 3 len behind Saber Strike with 59kg at $4.20. Top chance to get off the mark.
Last Starts 153 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/15 | 04/11/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $12,700.00 | Redcar | 1207m | Good | Oisin Orr | 59kg | 1:10.29 | 8-7-2 | 8 |
| 3.0L | $4.20 |
Jockey: Jason Hart
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by Zoustar out of Special Purpose. In the mix.
Jockey: D Nolan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Three-year-old gelding who is first starter by Dream Ahead out of Mango Twist. Should kick off on the right note.
Jockey: Shane Gray
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by Coulsty out of Dabtiyra. Market the best guide to her chances.
Jockey: Faye Mcmanoman
Weight: 58kgs
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Was as a despised roughie at debut, 6th of 11 at Newcastle All Weather on March 19 over 1400m, 14 len behind Infinite Dream carrying 55.5kg at $201. Better for that experience but prefer to see her again.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11 | 19/03/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $18,150.00 | Newcastle | 1408m | Neutral | Faye Mcmanoman | 55.5kg | 1:26.62 | - | 3 |
| 14.8L | $201.00 |