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Tynedale Agricultural Society Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Hurdle

Hexham ยท 17:50 (UK local)

Tuesday, 19 May 2026

2m 7f 63y

Distance

Turf

Surface

Good (Good to Soft in places)

Going

15

Runners

Prize: ยฃ9,100 added

AI Top 3 Picks

โ‘ P1 pick35%

Shighness

J: Joshua Thompson ยท T: Micky Hammond

Micky Hammond often targets Hexham with well-prepared runners, and Shighness has shown glimpses of form that suggest this testing trip could be ideal. The conditional jockey's allowance further enhancโ€ฆ

โ‘กP2 pick28%

Twoplacesatonetime (IRE)

J: Ellis Collier ยท T: R Menzies

This horse has been running consistently well in similar company and the step up in trip could unlock further improvement. Trainer R Menzies often has horses primed for these handicaps.

โ‘ขP3 pick22%

Watchoutitscookie (IRE)

J: Murray Dodd ยท T: N J Hawke

While inconsistent, Watchoutitscookie possesses the ability on its day and could be well-handicapped. A strong finish is expected if the pace is true and the stamina holds out.

Model confidence: 38% ยท capped at 50% for racing's structural variance

Full Racecard (15 runners)

#DrawHorse
1โ€”โ‘ Shighness
2โ€”Jeteye (IRE)
3โ€”Dillarchie
4โ€”Artiste D'ainay (FR)
5โ€”East Eagle (IRE)
6โ€”My Boy Christy (IRE)
7โ€”Valette (IRE)
8โ€”โ‘กTwoplacesatonetime (IRE)
9โ€”Seeyainthesuninn
10โ€”โ‘ขWatchoutitscookie (IRE)
11โ€”Reagrove Lord (IRE)
12โ€”Bray Dale
0โ€”Man Of Action (IRE)
0โ€”Better Be Definite
0โ€”Buto

Wgt = weight (st-lb) ยท OR = official rating ยท PR = Sky Sports power rating ยท HG = headgear (b/v/cp/t/h/p) ยท Last = days since last run

Key Race Factors

  • โ€ขStamina is paramount on Hexham's undulating, testing course with a steep uphill finish.
  • โ€ขConditional Jockeys' race means jockey allowances will play a significant role in the weights.
  • โ€ขLarge field of 15 runners increases the complexity and potential for traffic issues.
  • โ€ขTrainer form, particularly Micky Hammond's record at Hexham, is a key consideration.
  • โ€ขPotential for softer ground conditions, which would further emphasize stamina.

Risk Assessment

Variance levelhigh
  • โ€ขLarge field (15 runners) in a handicap hurdle increases unpredictability.
  • โ€ขConditional Jockeys' race can lead to less experienced rides and potential errors.
  • โ€ขTesting course conditions at Hexham place high demands on stamina, leading to potential fallers or horses fading quickly.
  • โ€ขHandicap nature means all horses are theoretically well-weighted, making it highly competitive.
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How These Predictions Work

These predictions are AI-generated using current racecard data and search-grounded analysis. Horse racing is structurally high-variance โ€” even the most-favoured horse wins only ~30โ€“35% of races. Use AI predictions as one input among many, alongside your own form study and trusted tipsters. Bet responsibly.