Sky Sports Racing Handicap Hurdle
Newton Abbot · 16:20 (UK local)
Wednesday, 6 May 2026
3m 2f 105y
Distance
Turf
Surface
TBC
Going
9
Runners
Prize: £10,000 added
AI Top 3 Picks
Supreme Yeats (IRE)
J: Harry Skelton · T: D Skelton
Represents a powerful trainer-jockey combination in red-hot form. This horse has shown glimpses of ability and could be well-handicapped for this extended trip, which should suit its stamina. Expected…
Baltray (IRE)
J: Liam Harrison · T: Miss E C Lavelle
Has been running consistently well in similar company and looks ready to step up. The stable is capable, and the horse's recent form suggests it's knocking on the door for a good performance over this…
Striking A Pose (IRE)
J: Freddie Gingell · T: J Tizzard
Comes from a respected yard and benefits from a valuable jockey claim, which could be crucial in a competitive handicap. Has shown flashes of ability and could be a player if bringing its A-game.
Model confidence: 32% · capped at 50% for racing's structural variance
Full Racecard (9 runners)
| # | Draw | Horse |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | ③Striking A Pose (IRE) |
| 2 | — | ②Baltray (IRE) |
| 3 | — | Despereaux (FR) |
| 4 | — | ①Supreme Yeats (IRE) |
| 5 | — | Alan Bresil |
| 6 | — | Sam's Amour |
| 7 | — | Juggernaut (FR) |
| 8 | — | Mister Barclay |
| 9 | — | I Am Spider Man (IRE) |
Wgt = weight (st-lb) · OR = official rating · PR = Sky Sports power rating · HG = headgear (b/v/cp/t/h/p) · Last = days since last run
Key Race Factors
- •Competitive Class 4 Handicap Hurdle with 9 runners.
- •Extended 3 miles 2 furlongs trip tests stamina.
- •Newton Abbot's sharp, left-handed track favors handy, prominently-ridden horses.
- •Short run-in on the hurdles course means tactical positioning is key.
- •Going (expected Good/Good to Soft) will be a factor for stamina over this distance.
Risk Assessment
- •Competitive field with several horses holding recent form.
- •Newton Abbot's track characteristics can lead to tactical races.
- •Potential for a strong pace over the extended trip to sort out contenders.
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