Newmarket Race 5 - Darley EBF Novice Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)
SHABAB AL AHLI (2) rates on top after a strong 4th at Newbury over 2011m, beaten 1L, and a prior Southwell win over 2233m. CHASING TIME (1) is a key chance with a Wolverhampton win over 2460m then 3rd at Southwell over 2426m, beaten 2.3L. TURTY TREE (5) appeals for exotics off back-to-back placings, including 3rd at Newbury over 2212m, 5L away.
Jockey: Connor Planas
Weight: 62kgs
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Has been around the mark, with 2 runs for a win and a placing this season. Last start 3rd of 8 at Southwell over 2426m on 25 Apr, beaten 2.3L by Birgham Dub, with 55.5kg at $2.88. Won prior at Wolverhampton over 2460m on 4 Apr by 3.5L at $1.80. Up to 62kg from a soft draw, can feature with the right run.
Last Starts 20 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 | 25/04/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Southwell | 2426m | GOOD | Connor Planas | 55.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 2.3L | $2.88 |
| 1/3 | 04/04/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Wolverhampton | 2460m | GOOD | Billy Loughnane | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 3.5L | $1.80 |
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Weight: 62kgs
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Comes off a 28-day break after finishing 4th of 10 at Newbury over 2011m on 17 Apr, beaten 1L on good going with 61kg at $3; winner was Maltese Cross. Won prior at Southwell over 2233m on 5 Feb by a big margin at $1.55, carrying 60.5kg. Steps up 403m in trip and rises 1kg; draws barrier 3 for Billy Loughnane for Charlie Appleby. Can feature with natural progression at the longer trip.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 17/04/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $39,348.00 | Newbury | 2011m | GOOD | William T Buick | 61kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1L | $3.00 |
| 1/4 | 05/02/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Southwell | 2233m | GOOD | Connor Planas | 60.5kg | - | 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 | 3 |
| 9.5L | $1.55 |
Jockey: Joe Leavy
Weight: 59kgs
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Second-up after 27 days following a 7th of 8 at Newbury over 2212m on 18 Apr, beaten 16.25L on Good with 60.5kg at $51 behind Water To Wine. Drops 1.5kg to 59kg and draws the inside gate. Steps up 202m in trip and keeps Joe Leavy for Brian Meehan. Can improve with fitness and the draw.
Last Starts 27 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 | 18/04/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $39,348.00 | Newbury | 2212m | GOOD | Joe Leavy | 60.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 16.25L | $51.00 |
Jockey: David Probert
Weight: 59kgs
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Has been around the mark with three straight placings this prep. Last start 3rd of 8 at Newbury over 2212m on 18 Apr, beaten 5L by Water To Wine, with 60.5kg at $3.75. Prior run 3rd of 9 at Doncaster over 2050m on 28 Mar, beaten 2.75L at $1.91. Down 1.5kg and up 202m; can feature with the right run.
Last Starts 27 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 | 18/04/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $39,348.00 | Newbury | 2212m | GOOD | James Doyle | 60.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 5L | $3.75 |
| 3/9 | 28/03/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Doncaster | 2050m | GOOD | Patrick Mcdonald | 60.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 2.75L | $1.91 |
| 2/7 | 22/10/2025 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $19,674.00 | Newmarket | 1609m | GOOD | Patrick Mcdonald | 60.5kg | - | 5-5-5-5-4-4-3-2 | 2 |
| 1.75L | $13.00 |
Jockey: Edward Greatrex
Weight: 57kgs
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First-up after 146 days. Debut was 3rd of 9 at Wolverhampton over 1905m on 20 Dec, beaten 3.75L at $2.38 after settling last and running on. Drops 1kg and draws barrier 2 for Edward Greatrex for R M Beckett. Can improve.
Last Starts 146 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 | 20/12/2025 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $24,593.00 | Wolverhampton | 1905m | GOOD | Hector Crouch | 58kg | - | 9-9-9-9-9-6-5-3 | 4 |
| 3.75L | $2.38 |