Cheltenham Race 7 - Lucy's 40th Birthday Celebration Open Nh Flat Race (Gbb Race)
I'VE GOT A FRIEND (1) Left nothing to chance when winning by 1 1/2L last time at Hexham and up against weaker rivals. Has not missed this campaign with 2 wins from as many starts. Has to be included. NEWGROVE (12) Daniel Skelton trained 4yo by Doyen having first start. Gains the services of jockey Harry Skelton. Betting as a guide. BALLYCRYSTAL BOY (6) First start at the races 4yo by Crystal Ocean for Jamie Snowden. Betting is the best guide. LITTLEBOBBYDAZZLER (2) Resuming after a 27 week break. Ran over the top of them when winning last run at Bangor and competing in a lower grade. Cracking each way value.
Jockey: B S Hughes
Weight: 74kgs
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Handy enough when winning by 1 1/2L last time at Hexham and will appreciate the drop in class. Flawless this campaign with 2 wins from 2 runs. Serious contender.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 10/10/2026 | - | 4 | $6,394.00 | Hexham | 3262m | GOOD | Brian Hughes | 74kg | - | - | 0 |
| 1.6L | $2.62 |
| 1/10 | 23/08/2026 | - | GBB Race | $4,427.00 | Worcester | 3218m | GOOD | James Davies | 71kg | - | 1-1-2-1-1-1-2 | 0 |
| 0.1L | $11.00 |
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Resuming after a break of 27 weeks. Rocketed home when winning last run at Bangor and up against a less competitive field. Gets back and needs luck. Has some claims.
Last Starts 188 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 18/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $6,886.00 | Bangor | 3351m | GOOD | Charlie Deutsch | 70kg | - | 6-6-7-6-5-3-1 | 0 |
| 2.25L | $8.50 |
| 3/10 | 22/02/2026 | - | GBB Race | $7,082.00 | Hereford | 3267m | SOFT | Charlie Deutsch | 71kg | - | 9-8-8-5-2-2-3 | 0 |
| 2.3L | $5.50 |
Jockey: J J Burke
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Fresh from a spell of 32 weeks. Made all when winning by a margin of 5 1/2L last run at Doncaster and was a debutant last start. Not at all out of this race.
Last Starts 224 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 13/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $7,082.00 | Doncaster | 3335m | GOOD | Danny Mcmenamin | 71kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 | 0 |
| 5.5L | $7.50 |
Jockey: Freddie Gingell
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Resuming after a spell of 34 weeks. Finished well when winning last run at Hereford and was on debut last time. Might have to make up considerable ground. Place claims.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 22/02/2026 | - | GBB Race | $7,082.00 | Hereford | 3267m | SOFT | Freddie Gingell | 71kg | - | 7-7-7-6-4-3-1 | 0 |
| 0.3L | $13.00 |
Jockey: Jack Hogan
Weight: 71kgs
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Resuming after a spell. Kept coming when 2nd beaten by 1 1/4L last time at Worcester and having second career run. Does take a while to get into stride. Can't back with any confidence.
Last Starts 139 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 | 06/06/2026 | - | GBB Race | $4,427.00 | Worcester | 3218m | GOOD | Jack Hogan | 71kg | - | 8-8-8-8-2-1-2 | 0 |
| 1.25L | $4.00 |
Jockey: G Sheehan
Weight: 70.5kgs
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First race appearance 4yo by Crystal Ocean for trainer Jamie Snowden. Watch early betting.
Jockey: C Gethings
Weight: 70.5kgs
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4yo by No Risk At All having first race appearance for Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls. Ciaran Gethings is a crucial engagement. Watch for a sign in the market.
Jockey: Jack Andrews
Weight: 70.5kgs
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First up from a spell. Rattled home nicely into 2nd last run at Warwick and was on debut last time. First start for a new trainer and facing weaker opposition. Remote chance at best.
Last Starts 167 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/5 | 09/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $3,935.00 | Warwick | 3218m | GOOD | Paul Obrien | 68kg | - | 4-4-3-3-4-3-2 | 0 |
| 9.5L | $21.00 |
Jockey: Liam Harrison
Weight: 70.5kgs
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4yo first starter sired by Jukebox Jury for trainer Fergal Obrien. Watch the market moves.
Jockey: Tristan Durrell
Weight: 70.5kgs
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Daniel Skelton 4yo by Passing Glance having first race appearance. Follow the money.
Jockey: Ben Jones
Weight: 70.5kgs
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Career debut 4yo by Spanish Moon for Ben Pauling. Keep your eye on the market.
Jockey: Harry Skelton
Weight: 70.5kgs
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4yo first starter by Doyen for trainer Daniel Skelton. Harry Skelton is a plus. Respect the betting.
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Weight: 67.5kgs
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Racing as a debutant 5yo by Mahler for Oliver Signy. Betting as a guide.
Jockey: Kielan Woods
Weight: 67.5kgs
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4yo debutant by Maxios for Fergal Obrien. Kielan Woods is a strong choice aboard. Watch the market moves.