Chester Race 2 - Virgin Bet A Good Bet Restricted Novice Stakes (Gbb Race)
DOVECOTE (1) Was competitive when 2nd last run at Southwell and gets a favourable draw. Should race on the speed. Has run into the money 2 from 2 attempts this preparation. Genuine contender and likely to be first past the post. SHE'S TOO KOOL (4) Tidy run when 3rd last run at Cork. Expected to settle towards the tail. Don't overlook. LAHAN KINGMAN (3) Fresh after a break. Made up ground when 4th last run at Newbury and up against a less competitive field. Solid career start. Serious player. SKEWSBY (2) Mediocre performance when 7th last run at Catterick but having second career run. Likely to get back. Has a good draw. Worth at least a place bet in this race.
Jockey: Edward Greatrex
Weight: 60.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Tidy effort when 2nd last run at Southwell and drawn beautifully. Displays good tactical speed. Has not missed the placings this campaign in 2 attempts. Beautifully placed.
Last Starts 50 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/13 | 23/07/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Southwell | 1420m | STANDARD | Hector Crouch | 60.5kg | - | 2-2-2-2-2-1-2 | 4 |
| 3.25L | $2.20 |
| 2/12 | 06/06/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Lingfield | 1531m | SOFT | R P Downey | 59.5kg | - | 1-2-2-2-2-1-1-2 | 10 |
| 0.3L | $5.50 |
| 13/13 | 26/11/2025 | - | GBB Race | $7,870.00 | Chelmsford | 1408m | GOOD | Edward Greatrex | 59.5kg | - | 10-12-13-13-13-13-13 | 15 |
| 34.55L | $8.50 |
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $67.00 and only fair when 7th last run at Catterick but having second race start. Likely to get back in the run. Drawn nicely. Much prefer the look of others in this race.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 26/08/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Catterick | 1413m | GOOD | Billy Garritty | 60.5kg | - | 7-8-8-8-8-7-7 | 6 |
| 14.55L | $67.00 |
Jockey: Finley Marsh
Weight: 59kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a spell. Started at $17.00 and closed off nicely when 4th last run at Newbury and will find this grade easier. Good career start. Looks like a big chance.
Last Starts 80 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 23/06/2026 | - | CL5 | $10,821.00 | Newbury | 1408m | GOOD | Hector Crouch | 59kg | - | 10-12-12-12-11-6-4 | 8 |
| 2.55L | $17.00 |
| 2/5 | 14/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $7,869.00 | Lingfield | 1207m | GOOD | Finley Marsh | 59kg | - | 2-2-2-2-2-2 | 5 |
| 3L | $4.00 |
| 2/5 | 17/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Wolverhampton | 1441m | GOOD | Billy Loughnane | 55.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 5L | $1.80 |
| 3/10 | 05/08/2025 | - | GBB Race | $11,805.00 | Newbury | 1408m | GOOD | William T Buick | 58kg | - | 6-7-7-7-4-2-3 | 1 |
| 3.5L | $6.50 |
Jockey: Jack Nicholls
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Did well when 3rd last run at Cork. Will be giving the leaders a big start. Competitive type.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/16 | 30/08/2026 | - | 3UP MDN | $12,000.00 | Cork | 1207m | YIELDING | Adam Browne Souza | 55.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 0.7L | $4.33 |
| 4/14 | 15/08/2026 | - | 3UP MDN | $12,000.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | STANDARD | Adam Browne Souza | 56.5kg | - | - | 17 |
| 2.05L | $17.00 |
| 11/11 | 27/06/2026 | - | Premier Handicap | $99,999.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Rory Cleary | 54kg | - | - | 7 |
| 31.05L | $41.00 |
| 5/7 | 05/06/2026 | - | 3UP | $21,999.00 | Fairyhouse | 1207m | GOOD | Rory Cleary | 56kg | - | - | 6 |
| 5.6L | $67.00 |
| 4/5 | 28/06/2025 | - | Group 3 | $60,000.00 | Curragh | 1264m | GOOD | Rory Cleary | 58kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3.65L | $126.00 |
| 6/11 | 27/06/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $20,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | J J G Ryan | 57kg | - | - | 10 |
| 3.85L | $67.00 |
| 3/10 | 19/06/2025 | - | 2Y | $30,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1438m | GOOD | R M Mulligan | 51.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 2.7L | $21.00 |
| 99/17 | 12/06/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $25,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1451m | SOFT | J A Heffernan | 55kg | - | - | 12 |
| 999L | $67.00 |
| 5/6 | 25/05/2025 | - | Group 3 | $60,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | J J G Ryan | 58kg | - | - | 4 |
| 14.5L | $301.00 |