Chepstow racing tips for Thursday 26th March 2026 cover a seven-race jumps card on turf, with the going posted as GOOD TO SOFT (good in places) (GoingStick: Chase 6.2, Hurdle 5.9) and watering reported. It’s a proper staying-heavy afternoon: we’ve got a 2m conditional jockeys’ handicap hurdle (14:18), a 2m7f handicap chase (14:50), a mares’ novice hurdle (15:20), a 3m6f marathon handicap chase (15:50), and two more big-field handicaps before a NH Flat closer (17:20).
You’ll find race-by-race Chepstow predictions, a live odds snapshot for key books, and the most relevant course angles from today’s runners. The data flags several runners with meaningful Chepstow experience (3+ previous course runs), including Lightonthewing (3 runs here: 1 win, 2 places), Tom Taggle (3 runs here: 1 win, 2 places) and Amateur (5 runs here: 1 win, 5 places).
For more track info, see our Chepstow racecourse page.
Going & Conditions
Going at Chepstow is GOOD TO SOFT, good in places (watered), consistent across the card (hurdle GoingStick 5.9; chase GoingStick 6.2). With a stamina-laden programme (including 3m6f at 15:50 and 2m7f+ handicaps), punters should be prioritising proven stayers and efficient jumpers—particularly in the longer chases where errors are magnified.
Tipster Performance at Chepstow (last 2 years)
Here’s how the headline newspaper tipsters have performed at Chepstow over the last two years (Naps only). This table is strictly based on recorded course results.
| Tipster | Naps | Wins | Win % | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Templegate | 9 | 2 | 22.22% | 25.00% |
| Newsboy | 12 | 2 | 16.67% | 16.67% |
| Robin Goodfellow | 10 | 2 | 20.00% | 22.22% |
14:18 – ECIS Health Conditional Jockeys’ Training Series Handicap Hurdle (Racing Excellence Initiative)
Race Details: 3536 yards | Class 5 | GOOD TO SOFT | Jumps (Hurdle)
Race Overview: A compact 7-runner handicap hurdle where the market is centred on two: This Sway and Timeforarum. From a pure ratings perspective, Timeforarum (OR 100) and This Sway (OR 98) dominate, but the odds are tight enough that price sensitivity matters. Course-proof is limited in this field: only three runners in the entire racecard set meet the 3+ Chepstow runs threshold and none of them run here—so today’s edge is more about current ability markers (topspeed/OR) and the betting.
Top Selections
1. This Sway – 13/8 (Sky Bet) ⭐
Jockey: Toby McCain-Mitchell | Trainer: Max Comley
Form: PP4691 | OR: 98 | Topspeed: 66 | Weight: 166
Best-priced at 13/8, This Sway tops the market and comes here off a last-time win (latest figure in the form string: 1). In a small field, the main angle is that the price is still competitive despite being favourite, and the jockey is a proven Chepstow operator at volume: Toby McCain-Mitchell is 2-from-12 at Chepstow (16.67%) with a 66.67% place rate. That’s one of the strongest “today rider” course profiles in the race.
Best Odds: 13/8 (2.63) with Sky Bet
Recommended Bet: Win
2. Timeforarum – 11/4 (bet365)
Jockey: Lewis Saunders | Trainer: Brian Eckley
Form: 1-5571 | OR: 100 | Topspeed: 80 | Weight: 168
Timeforarum carries top weight (168) but is the joint top on ratings (OR 100) and has a higher topspeed (80) than the favourite. The trainer has a solid Chepstow record: Brian Eckley is 2-from-11 here (18.18%), with a 54.55% place rate. The market gives you 11/4 in places—fair in a 7-runner where this runner’s ceiling looks clear on the numbers.
Best Odds: 11/4 (3.75) with bet365
Recommended Bet: Win
3. Nobody Told Me – 7/2 (most firms)
Jockey: Isabelle Ryder | Trainer: Thomas Faulkner
Form: -67554 | OR: 97 | Topspeed: 89 | Weight: 146
Nobody Told Me isn’t coming in off a win (recent form ends 4-5-4), but the topspeed 89 is the best in the field, and the handicap weight is lighter than the principals (146 vs 166/168). Course stats for the horse are available: 0-from-4 at Chepstow (25% place rate). That’s a negative for win purposes, but the profile makes sense as a “hit the frame” type in a small field if you’re playing forecasts/exactas.
Best Odds: 7/2 (4.50) with multiple books
Recommended Bet: Forecast/Exacta inclusion
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This Sway | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 13/8 (Sky Bet) |
| Timeforarum | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 |
| Dish Of The Day | 4/1 | 18/5 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 |
| Nobody Told Me | 4/1 | 18/5 | 4/1 | 10/3 | 4/1 |
Betting Strategy
Win: This Sway at 13/8 is the cleanest price-led play in a 7-runner race.
Exacta/Forecast: This Sway / Timeforarum.
Danger: Timeforarum’s topspeed/OR combo keeps him firmly in the win conversation.
14:50 – Glidevale Protect Handicap Chase
Race Details: 5196 yards | Class 5 | GOOD TO SOFT | Jumps (Chase)
Race Overview: A more open 10-runner handicap chase with a competitive top cluster on ratings and topspeed. The market leader is Just In A Bit (3/1), but there’s a key course angle: Tom Taggle brings a real Chepstow record (3 runs: 1 win, 2 places) and sits near the top of the market (best 10/3 with William Hill). Tipster interest is present in the race, but not from the headline newspaper quartet.
Top Selections
1. Tom Taggle – 10/3 (William Hill) ⭐
Jockey: Conor Ring | Trainer: Mrs C Williams
Form: 61-F37 | OR: n/a | Topspeed: n/a | Weight: 157
Tom Taggle is the standout course play in the entire race: 1 win and 2 places from 3 runs at Chepstow (33.33% win; 66.67% place). That’s exactly the kind of profile you want in a biggish-field Class 5 chase where jumping fluency and track familiarity matter. On top, the rider has deep course mileage: Conor Ring is 9-from-187 at Chepstow (4.81%) with a 37.43% place rate—low win strike-rate, but plenty of course exposure. At 10/3, it’s a price that still pays you for the course edge.
Best Odds: 10/3 (4.33) with William Hill
Recommended Bet: Each-Way (10 runners; check EW places—Sky Bet is paying 4 places here on this race type)
2. Just In A Bit – 3/1 (most firms)
Jockey: Toby Wynne | Trainer: Mel Rowley
Form: 4/2-33 | OR: 106 | Topspeed: 98 | Weight: 162
Just In A Bit is the statistical “now horse” on the card: Topspeed 98 is the best in this field and he’s one of the highest on OR (106). The form string includes repeated placed efforts (…3-3), and he sits at the head of the market. The angle for punters is whether you take the win price in a competitive handicap, or use him as a legs-in forecast with the course specialist Tom Taggle.
Best Odds: 3/1 (4.00) with multiple books
Recommended Bet: Win / Forecast
3. Moor End – 9/2 (Midnite)
Jockey: Lilly Pinchin | Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop
Form: -1322U | OR: 105 | Topspeed: 97 | Weight: 166
Moor End is a legitimate danger on raw ability: OR 105 and Topspeed 97 put him right behind Just In A Bit. The best current price we have is 9/2 (Midnite), which is materially bigger than several firms showing 10/3–7/2. Notably, Moor End is also today’s nap for Racing Post “West Country” (non-headline tipster).
Best Odds: 9/2 (5.50) with Midnite
Recommended Bet: Each-Way
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Just In A Bit | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 3/1 | 10/3 (William Hill) |
| Moor End | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 9/2 (Midnite) |
| Tom Taggle | 4/1 | 5/1 | 10/3 | 5/1 | 10/3 (William Hill) |
| Bridget Mary | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 |
Betting Strategy
Each-way value: Tom Taggle (best 10/3) is the course-knowledge play.
Win saver: Just In A Bit off the best topspeed in the race.
Forecast: Tom Taggle / Just In A Bit.
15:20 – Ashcroft Services Mares’ “National Hunt” Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)
Race Details: 3536 yards | Class 4 | GOOD TO SOFT | Jumps (Hurdle)
Race Overview: An 8-runner mares’ novice where the market is heavily driven by two with matching peak ratings: Just A Glance and The Procrastinator both show OR 111. The betting is clear: Just A Glance is odds-on/short odds (best 8/11 on Betfair/Sky Bet), with The Procrastinator next (best 13/8 on akbets/Planet Sport Bet/copybet). This race also has the strongest “tipster volume” at Chepstow today (multiple naps recorded), although not from all four headline names.
Top Selections
1. Just A Glance – 8/11 (Betfair / Sky Bet) ⭐
Jockey: Ciaran Gethings | Trainer: I Chanin
Form: 21 | OR: 111 | Topspeed: 101 | Weight: 161
Just A Glance brings the cleanest “numbers + market” profile: Topspeed 101 plus OR 111, and the form line reads 2-1 (two starts, one win). The rider is a proven Chepstow regular: Ciaran Gethings is 11-from-152 here (7.24%) with a 44.74% place rate. This is also the only race today where one horse is recorded as a nap by multiple sources (Just A Glance is selected by Mirror Online and racing-daily.com, plus Tipman Tips).
Best Odds: 8/11 (1.73) with Betfair / Sky Bet
Recommended Bet: Win (banker-type on today’s card)
2. The Procrastinator – 13/8 (akbets / Planet Sport Bet / copybet)
Jockey: Luke Scott | Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole
Form: 1613 | OR: 111 | Topspeed: 99 | Weight: 151
The Procrastinator is a serious alternative on the figures: OR 111 and Topspeed 99, and a strong formline containing two wins (…1-6-1-3). The rider has an eye-catching Chepstow profile for the sample: Luke Scott is 1-from-9 here (11.11%) with a 77.78% place rate. If you oppose the favourite on price, this is the one with enough numerical substance to do it.
Best Odds: 13/8 (2.63) with akbets / Planet Sport Bet / copybet
Recommended Bet: Win (value alternative)
3. Evening Tess – 4/1 (bet365 / Paddy Power / William Hill)
Jockey: Tristan Durrell | Trainer: Dan Skelton
Form: (no form string) | OR: n/a | Topspeed: n/a | Weight: 144
Evening Tess is the “unknown upside” runner at a workable price. The key hard-data support is on connections: Dan Skelton is 40-from-330 at Chepstow (12.12%), and Tristan Durrell has ridden 29 times at the track. With limited public performance figures in the racecard, this is a price-led inclusion for forecasts/combos rather than a primary win bet.
Best Odds: 4/1 (5.00) with bet365 / Paddy Power / William Hill
Recommended Bet: Forecast/Exacta inclusion
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Just A Glance | 10/11 | 4/5 | 5/6 | 8/11 | 8/11 |
| The Procrastinator | 7/4 | 13/8 | 7/4 | 6/4 | 13/8 |
| Evening Tess | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 18/5 | 4/1 |
Betting Strategy
Win banker: Just A Glance (best 8/11).
Value win: The Procrastinator at 13/8 if you want to take on the favourite.
Forecast: Just A Glance / The Procrastinator.
15:50 – Stephens Industries Epdm Flat Roofing Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Race Details: 6736 yards | Class 4 | GOOD TO SOFT | Jumps (Chase)
Race Overview: A 9-runner marathon handicap chase where stamina and track know-how become more important than raw speed. The market is headed by River Voyage (best 11/4 available; generally 3/1–10/3), but there’s a major course angle against taking a short price: River Voyage is 0-from-4 at Chepstow (25% place rate). The best Chepstow profile in this field belongs to Amateur, who has placed on all 5 course runs (100% place rate) and is a double-figure price.
Top Selections
1. Lightonthewing – 4/1 (Copybet / BetMGM / BetUK) ⭐
Jockey: Ciaran O’Shea | Trainer: Sue Gardner
Form: -P1U21 | OR: 114 | Topspeed: 107 | Weight: 150
Lightonthewing brings the best mix of today ability + course credentials. He’s one of the top on topspeed in the race (107) and has meaningful Chepstow experience: 3 runs here, 1 win, 2 places (33.33% win; 66.67% place). That’s a strong profile in a staying chase where plenty don’t handle the track. At a best 4/1, he’s shorter than some, but the course record helps justify it.
Best Odds: 4/1 (5.00) with Copybet / BetMGM / BetUK
Recommended Bet: Each-Way (9 runners; check EW terms—typically 3 places at 1/5 in this market)
2. River Voyage – 11/4 (Bet Victor / Parimatch / Betano / Talksportbet)
Jockey: Toby McCain-Mitchell | Trainer: Rebecca Curtis
Form: 11-3P1 | OR: 118 | Topspeed: 101 | Weight: 158
River Voyage is the market’s idea of the winner and the form string contains multiple wins (…1-1 and latest 1). But the Chepstow record is the key “data red flag”: 0 wins from 4 runs here. If you back him, you’re effectively siding with current form/ability over track fit. The jockey has a strong course record (16.67% win; 66.67% place at Chepstow), which does help offset the horse’s track record somewhat.
Best Odds: 11/4 (3.75) with Bet Victor (and others)
Recommended Bet: Win (if you’re comfortable ignoring course record)
3. Amateur – 12/1 (bet365 / Sky Bet / William Hill)
Jockey: Mr Edward Vaughan | Trainer: John & Rhys Flint
Form: P548-3 | OR: 115 | Topspeed: 101 | Weight: 170
Amateur is the definition of a Chepstow grinder: 5 runs at the course, 1 win, 5 places (100% place rate). That is rare, and in a 3m6f handicap chase it matters. The trade-off is obvious: top weight (170) and age (13). But if you’re playing each-way or place markets, the data says he repeatedly turns up here. At 12/1, he’s a legitimate value “stayer to keep on side”.
Best Odds: 12/1 (13.00) with bet365 / Sky Bet / William Hill
Recommended Bet: Each-Way / Place
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Voyage | 10/3 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 11/4 |
| Lightonthewing | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 4/1 |
| Amateur | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 |
Betting Strategy
Each-way special: Amateur at 12/1 based on a 100% Chepstow place rate (5/5 placed).
Main bet: Lightonthewing for a balanced “ability + course record” play.
Danger: River Voyage is the obvious form horse, but is 0-from-4 at Chepstow.
16:20 – DB Roofing Novices’ Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 4280 yards | Class 5 | GOOD TO SOFT | Jumps (Hurdle)
Race Overview: A big-field 12-runner novices’ handicap hurdle where the top of the market is shared between Laurier Des Obeaux and the chasing pack. Odds availability is slightly messy (Laurier Des Obeaux shows NR in some feeds), but there’s plenty of betting depth. From a course-stat perspective, two runners stand out: Inion Tiogair (5 runs here: 1 win, 3 places) and Locked Down Lad (3 runs here: 0 wins, 2 places), both with strong place rates at this track.
Top Selections
1. Locked Down Lad – 11/4 (Sky Bet) ⭐
Jockey: Bryan Carver | Trainer: Joe Tickle
Form: 323BU6 | OR: 107 | Topspeed: 103 | Weight: 150
Locked Down Lad profiles as a strong each-way anchor: 3 Chepstow runs, 2 places (66.67% place) and an excellent Topspeed 103 for this grade. In a novice handicap with 12 runners, that combination of track experience and a top-tier speed figure is hard to ignore. The best price in our feed is 11/4 with Sky Bet (others are shorter in places).
Best Odds: 11/4 (3.75) with Sky Bet
Recommended Bet: Each-Way
2. Inion Tiogair – 4/1 (bet365)
Jockey: Joe Anderson | Trainer: Grace Harris
Form: 254213 | OR: 108 | Topspeed: 91 | Weight: 152
Inion Tiogair has the strongest “proper” Chepstow record among the main contenders: 5 runs here, 1 win, 3 places (20% win; 60% place). Joe Anderson also has a good Chepstow profile: 7-from-40 (17.5%) with a 62.5% place rate. The price (best 4/1) looks fair for a runner who has demonstrably handled the track multiple times.
Best Odds: 4/1 (5.00) with bet365
Recommended Bet: Each-Way
3. Le Fabuleux Buck’S – 10/3 (bet365)
Jockey: Sean Bowen | Trainer: Martin Keighley
Form: 0553 | OR: 107 | Topspeed: 88 | Weight: 165
Le Fabuleux Buck’S is supported by tipster data today (sportinglife.com nap) and is ridden by Sean Bowen, who is a high-volume Chepstow winner: 50 wins from 288 rides (17.36%). At 10/3, he’s a viable win contender, but note the lack of flagged 3+ run course stats for the horse itself (no Chepstow record in the “course stats” list), so this is more of a jockey/trainer-market angle than a course-specialist play.
Best Odds: 10/3 (4.33) with bet365
Recommended Bet: Win saver
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Locked Down Lad | 4/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Betfair) |
| Inion Tiogair | 4/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Betfair) |
| Le Fabuleux Buck’S | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Betfair) |
Betting Strategy
Each-way: Locked Down Lad (Chepstow place rate 66.67%) and Inion Tiogair (Chepstow win+place record).
Win saver: Le Fabuleux Buck’S with Bowen’s strong course strike-rate.
Tricast/Combination: Locked Down Lad / Inion Tiogair / Le Fabuleux Buck’S.
16:50 – NFRC South West Roofing Industry Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 5191 yards | Class 5 | GOOD TO SOFT | Jumps (Hurdle)
Race Overview: A 15-runner handicap hurdle where the market and tipster data converge on Crystello (best 13/8, generally 6/4–15/8). Three independent naps are recorded on Crystello (Racing Post Spotlight, Racing Post Lambourn, and Sunday Mail Rockavon). However, for “Chepstow course specialist” punters, this race contains the single best trainer stat on today’s card: Belinda Clarke is 2-from-5 at Chepstow (40%) with a 100% place rate, and she runs Richardson here (big price: best 50/1 in some places, 40/1–50/1 generally). Richardson’s own Chepstow record is meaningful: 6 runs: 1 win, 4 places (16.67% win; 66.67% place).
Top Selections
1. Crystello – 13/8 (BoyleSports / Midnite) ⭐
Jockey: Paul O’Brien | Trainer: Harry Derham
Form: 6451 | OR: 106 | Topspeed: 80 | Weight: 167
Crystello is the clear “consensus” play and the market reflects it. Price-wise, 13/8 is available with BoyleSports/Midnite, while several firms sit shorter (6/4). The nap volume is also a hard-data signal: he’s the only runner on the Chepstow card today with three different naps recorded at the same course/time. If you’re taking a straight win position in this race, this is the simplest bet.
Best Odds: 13/8 (2.63) with BoyleSports / Midnite
Recommended Bet: Win
2. Jack’s Jury – 15/2 (William Hill / BetMGM / BetUK)
Jockey: Callum Pritchard | Trainer: Barry John Murphy
Form: 353661 | OR: 102 | Topspeed: 90 | Weight: 161
Jack’s Jury arrives with a last-time win (form ends …1) and a competitive topspeed (90). At 15/2, he offers an alternative to the short-priced favourite in a big field where pace/positioning can flip the script. Callum Pritchard also brings a strong Chepstow place rate at scale: 61.11% placed from 36 rides.
Best Odds: 15/2 (8.50) with William Hill / BetMGM / BetUK
Recommended Bet: Each-Way
3. Richardson – 50/1 (Betfair / Paddy Power / Sky Bet)
Jockey: Lee Edwards | Trainer: Belinda Clarke
Form: 11-55P | OR: 103 | Topspeed: 48 | Weight: 143
This is the pure stats-driven “wild price” angle. Richardson has a legitimate Chepstow record: 6 runs, 1 win, 4 places (66.67% place). Then you add the trainer: Belinda Clarke is 40% at Chepstow (2/5) with a 100% place rate. The obvious pushback is the topspeed figure shown here (48) and the fact he’s trading at 40/1–50/1 for a reason. But if you’re building longshot place multiples, this is the one with the hard course/trainer evidence.
Best Odds: 50/1 (51.00) with Betfair / Paddy Power / Sky Bet
Recommended Bet: Small Each-Way / Place (speculative, but data-backed on course/trainer)
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystello | 15/8 | 15/8 | 8/5 | 7/4 | 13/8 |
| Jack’s Jury | 13/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 |
| Richardson | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 |
Betting Strategy
Win: Crystello (consensus naps + market strength).
Each-way: Jack’s Jury at 15/2 for value in a big field.
Big-price place: Richardson on the Belinda Clarke + course record angle.
Tipster Selections
We only show tipsters where selections exist for this race/time.
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Racing Post Spotlight | Crystello |
| Racing Post Lambourn | Crystello |
| Sunday Mail (Rockavon) | Crystello |
| Norwich Evening News (Kieran McHugh) | Devon Dude |
Consensus: Strong on Crystello (3 naps recorded).
17:20 – SIG Roofing Ltd Open National Hunt Flat Race (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 3536 yards | Class 5 | GOOD TO SOFT | NH Flat
Race Overview: A 10-runner NH Flat closer where market confidence is strong around Stick To The Board (best 4/5, generally 10/11–4/5). The second wave includes Lord Du Gouet (best 3/1 with Paddy Power/Sky Bet) and Trigg (best 4/1 widely). Tipster data exists for this race but not from the four headline names; the recorded nap is Stick To The Board (Daily Post “Mercury”).
Top Selections
1. Stick To The Board – 4/5 (Bet Victor / Paddy Power / Sky Bet / Unibet) ⭐
Jockey: Harry Cobden | Trainer: Paul Nicholls
Form: (none shown) | OR: n/a | Topspeed: n/a | Weight: 156
This is a “connections banker” on the data. Harry Cobden is 69-from-298 at Chepstow (23.15%) and Paul Nicholls is 62-from-262 at Chepstow (23.66%). That’s elite track performance from both rider and trainer, and it’s why the market is so short. If you’re playing multiples/accumulators, this is the most logical anchor.
Best Odds: 4/5 (1.80) with several bookmakers
Recommended Bet: Win (banker)
2. Lord Du Gouet – 3/1 (Paddy Power / Sky Bet)
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan | Trainer: Jamie Snowden
Form: (none shown) | OR: n/a | Topspeed: n/a | Weight: 156
Lord Du Gouet is the clear second in the market and is best at 3/1. Gavin Sheehan has a strong course record at scale: 35 wins from 202 rides at Chepstow (17.33%). That’s enough to justify him as the “cover” if you want to insure against the short-priced favourite.
Best Odds: 3/1 (4.00) with Paddy Power / Sky Bet
Recommended Bet: Win saver
3. Trigg – 9/2 (Bet365)
Jockey: Tristan Durrell | Trainer: Dan Skelton
Form: 12 | OR: 107 | Topspeed: 88 | Weight: 163
Trigg is the “form on the card” runner with a simple 1-2 line, plus an OR figure shown (107) and topspeed 88. The best price is 9/2 with bet365. He’s a viable each-way alternative if you think the market underestimates his established ability compared to some unexposed rivals.
Best Odds: 9/2 (5.50) with bet365
Recommended Bet: Each-Way
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Paddy Power | William Hill | Betfair | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stick To The Board | 10/11 | 4/5 | 10/11 | 5/6 | 4/5 |
| Lord Du Gouet | 4/1 | 3/1 | 7/2 | 16/5 | 3/1 |
| Trigg | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 5/1 |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Daily Post (Mercury) | Stick To The Board |
Course Specialists Running Today (Chepstow)
Horses To Note
These are the runners with the strongest historical Chepstow win rates (minimum 3 previous course runs) lining up today.
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % | Racing In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Rematch | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% | 16:50 |
| Lightonthewing | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% | 15:50 |
| Tom Taggle | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% | 14:50 |
| Amateur | 5 | 1 | 20.00% | 100.00% | 15:50 |
| Cogital | 5 | 1 | 20.00% | 40.00% | 14:18 |
Jockeys To Note
The top Chepstow strike-rate jockeys riding today (minimum 3 previous course rides). Cobden and Nicholls’ team are obvious headline acts, but Ben Jones and Sean Bowen also bring strong course win data at high volume.
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % | Mounts Today |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Cobden | 298 | 69 | 23.15% | 57.38% | 2 |
| Ben Jones | 121 | 25 | 20.66% | 61.98% | 5 |
| Sean Bowen | 288 | 50 | 17.36% | 47.57% | 3 |
| Gavin Sheehan | 202 | 35 | 17.33% | 53.47% | 1 |
| Toby McCain-Mitchell | 12 | 2 | 16.67% | 66.67% | 3 |
Trainers To Note
Trainer course performance (minimum 3 runners at Chepstow historically). Nicholls is the standout powerhouse on strike-rate and volume; Belinda Clarke is the small-sample outlier with a 40% win rate and 100% place rate.
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % | Entries Today |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belinda Clarke | 5 | 2 | 40.00% | 100.00% | 3 |
| Paul Nicholls | 262 | 62 | 23.66% | 56.49% | 1 |
| Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole | 18 | 4 | 22.22% | 61.11% | 1 |
| Harry Derham | 33 | 7 | 21.21% | 45.45% | 2 |
| Rebecca Curtis | 110 | 19 | 17.27% | 59.09% | 3 |
Summary & Best Bets
Chepstow racing tips for today revolve around two key themes: (1) course specialists in the staying chases/handicaps, and (2) market + tipster consensus where it’s backed up by hard performance numbers.
NAP of the Day: Just A Glance (15:20) — OR 111, Topspeed 101, and strong market support (best 8/11).
Best Value Bet: Amateur (15:50) at 12/1 — 5/5 placed at Chepstow (100% place rate) in a 3m6f chase where track suitability matters most.
Banker for Accumulators: Stick To The Board (17:20) — backed by elite course connections: Cobden 23.15% win at Chepstow and Nicholls 23.66% win at Chepstow.
Each-Way Special: Tom Taggle (14:50) — 1 win + 2 places from 3 Chepstow runs, best 10/3.
Course Specialist to Follow: Belinda Clarke — 40% win rate and 100% place rate at Chepstow (small sample, but extremely strong).
FAQ
What time does racing start at Chepstow today?
Racing starts at 14:18 at Chepstow today, with 7 races scheduled through to 17:20.
What is the going at Chepstow today?
The going is GOOD TO SOFT, good in places (watered), with GoingStick readings of 6.2 (chase) and 5.9 (hurdle).
Who are the top trainers at Chepstow?
Among today’s trainers, the best course win strike-rates include Paul Nicholls (62 wins from 262 runners at Chepstow: 23.66%) and Rebecca Curtis (19 wins from 110: 17.27%). Belinda Clarke has a standout 40% win rate from a small sample (2 wins from 5).
What are your best bets at Chepstow today?
Our top “banker” is Just A Glance in the 15:20 (best 8/11), backed by OR 111 and Topspeed 101. For value, Amateur in the 15:50 at 12/1 is compelling based on a 100% place rate at Chepstow (5/5 placed).
Where can I find the best odds for Chepstow races?
We publish a live odds comparison in each race section above. Always compare prices across bookmakers before betting—small differences (e.g. 6/4 vs 13/8) materially change long-term returns.
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