Our Hexham racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Monday 13th April 2026. The action gets underway at 14:00 and runs through to 17:00, with going reported as GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Choose A Copper boasts a 66.67% strike rate from 3 runs at the track, Murray Dodd has been in fine form here with 1 wins from 3 rides, David Killahena & Graeme McPherson’s yard sends out runners with a 75% strike rate at this venue. Below you’ll find race-by-race breakdowns with our top selections, live odds and tipster picks.
Tipster Performance at Hexham
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Hexham over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Delahunt | Scottish Sun | 10 | 3 | 30% | 100% |
| Jeffrey Ross | Sporting Times | 13 | 3 | 23.08% | 76.92% |
| Ross Shepherd | Wrexham Leader | 10 | 2 | 20% | 60% |
| Steve Mullington | William Hill Racing | 10 | 0 | 0% | 70% |
14:00 – carpetgallop.co.uk Where Performance Begins “National Hunt” Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)
Race Details: 3568 | 4 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This looks a fairly ordinary Hexham novice on paper, but there is at least a bit of substance at the head of the market. Red Oak and Blues Singer bring the standout ratings and are the obvious pair to focus on, with the former already well found by the tipsters and the latter arriving on the back of a confidence-boosting success. Hurlyburly is less exposed than plenty of these and makes some each-way appeal in a race where the remainder need major improvement. Pimmsoclock also enters calculations after a winning start, though that came in weaker company and this asks a different question. In truth, this should be decided by class and professionalism rather than hidden depth, and the one with the strongest overall hurdle form is Red Oak.
Top Selections
1. Red Oak – 13/8 with Bet365
Jockey: Jonathan Burke | Trainer: James Owen | Form: 2212P4 | Rating: 125 | Topspeed: 122
Red Oak sets the standard on the bare figures and, unlike a lot of these, has already shown he can repeatedly run to a useful level over hurdles. The pulled-up effort is the blot, but his latest fourth suggested he was back on track and his overall body of work is comfortably the best in this field. A mark of 125 and that standout Topspeed figure of 122 make him very hard to ignore in a race lacking depth. Jonathan Burke is a positive booking and, at 13/8 with Bet365, he looks the solid option rather than a flashy one. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Hurlyburly – 15/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Sean Quinlan | Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe | Form: 462 | Rating: | Topspeed:
Hurlyburly is the one at a slightly bigger price who could easily nick a place, and possibly give the principals something to think about if stepping forward again. His form figures are moving the right way and that latest second hinted he is beginning to understand the job. In a race full of exposed or modest types, that bit of progression matters. Sean Quinlan is the sort you want around Hexham and O’Keeffe’s horses often improve with racing, so 15/2 with Bet365 looks fair for an each-way punt in a 12-runner field with three places on offer. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Red Oak is the percentage call and makes most appeal as the win bet given his proven level and the strength of his figures. For those looking beyond the obvious, Hurlyburly is the each-way alternative at a workable price. Blues Singer is the clear danger after getting off the mark last time, while Pimmsoclock is respected as an unexposed winner, but both look a touch shorter than ideal against the selection.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blues Singer | 11/8 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 11/8 (Bet365) |
| Imperfectlyperfect | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Pimmsoclock | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Red Oak | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 8/5 | 13/8 (Bet365) |
| Betteryouthanme | 150/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 (Betfair) |
| Caspada | 125/1 | 90/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Countryman Joe | 200/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 200/1 (Bet365) |
| Hurlyburly | 15/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Mademewhatiam | 125/1 | 90/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Prince Phil | 125/1 | 100/1 | 110/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Marvel Magic | 50/1 | 30/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Brian Flanagan | Red Oak |
| RP Ratings | Red Oak |
| Jeffrey Ross | Red Oak |
14:30 – Anthony Woods Electrical Lightning Bolt Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Race Details: 3433 | 4 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This looks a proper Hexham handicap chase rather than a penalty kick, with several arriving in decent nick and a couple of lurking well below the radar. Young Getaway is the obvious one to start with after a solid progressive spell, while Powerofjet has been knocking on the door and Royal Deeside has done little wrong in recent starts from a handy racing weight. Heads Or Harps is admirably consistent without looking thrown in, and Flash Du Pistolet is the sort to pop up if things fall right. With 13 declared originally and one non-runner already, the shape of the race still suggests a true test where jumping and track craft will matter as much as raw ability. Tricky, but not impossible.
Top Selections
1. Young Getaway – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Danny McMenamin | Trainer: Nicky Richards | Form: 33412- | Rating: | Topspeed:
Young Getaway makes plenty of appeal in a race where some of these have had their chances. He signed off with figures of 4-1-2 over fences, which tells its own story: progressive, reliable and already proving he can put races to bed in this sphere. Nicky Richards does well with this type and Danny McMenamin is exactly the sort you want around Hexham, where rhythm matters. The absence of an official rating in the card doesn’t change the fact his recent form is among the strongest on show, and 7/2 looks fair rather than cramped. He’s the one I’d want on side if building the race from the top down. Bet type: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Heads Or Harps – 10/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Derek Fox | Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore | Form: -62322 | Rating: 119 | Topspeed: 96
Heads Or Harps is not hard to warm to as an each-way play because he keeps running his race and this mark still gives him room to be competitive. Those recent placed efforts have come in a sequence that screams solid handicapper rather than serial loser, and in a race with four places on offer that consistency counts for plenty. Derek Fox around Hexham is never a negative, and this stable knows exactly how to place one in northern staying handicaps. He does have to concede weight to a few younger legs lower down, but at 10/1 with Bet365 he looks the value option if you want something dependable rather than flashy. Bet type: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Young Getaway is the straight win bet given his progressive chase profile and the likelihood there is still more to come. For an each-way punt, Heads Or Harps makes plenty of sense because he keeps hitting the frame and should give you a run for your money again. The obvious dangers are Powerofjet, who is threatening to cash in on this sort of race, and Royal Deeside off a light weight.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Getaway | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| That One | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Heads Or Harps | 10/1 | 10/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Choose A Copper | 10/1 | 17/2 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 10/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Rock On Jet | 12/1 | 12/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Flash Du Pistolet | 17/2 | 15/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Too Cool Forshrule | 12/1 | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Powerofjet | 5/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Royal Deeside | 4/1 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 9/2 | 11/2 (Sky Bet) |
| Kicksaftersix | 22/1 | 25/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (Betfair) |
| Nonbinding | 100/1 | 80/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Elusive Warrior | 33/1 | 25/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Ian Gaughran | Royal Deeside |
| Jim Delahunt | Young Getaway |
15:00 – Horslyx-For Horse’s Health & Welfare Mares’ Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 3568 | 4 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This looks a competitive little mares’ handicap rather than a deep one, and there are enough with quirks to make it slightly tricky. Gintime is the obvious starting point on figures and has the profile of one who should be better than this grade, but she does come here off a lesser effort and won’t get things all her own way. She’s Notjoeking has been running with real consistency and her topspeed figure jumps off the page for a race like this, while Dee’s Getaway arrives on the back of a win and is clearly in some sort of nick despite a patchy profile. Out On Her Own is another with solid recent placed form from a low weight. In a race where recent momentum and a straightforward attitude could count for plenty, I want to side with reliability over flashiness.
Top Selections
1. She’s Notjoeking
Jockey: Conner McCann | Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore | Form: 443413 | Rating: 105 | Topspeed: 99
She’s the one I keep coming back to because her profile is simply the most solid in the field. The recent sequence of 443413 tells its own story: she keeps turning up, keeps running her race and already has a win on the board in this sort of company. That topspeed mark of 99 is a notably strong number for a mares’ handicap at Hexham, and off 105 she doesn’t look badly treated at all. Conner McCann knows how to get one into a rhythm around here and, if this turns into a test of who sees it out best after the last, She’s Notjoeking has strong claims. She looks the percentage call.
Bet: WIN
2. Out On Her Own – 15/2 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Peter Kavanagh | Trainer: Dianne Sayer | Form: 557522 | Rating: 105 | Topspeed: 68
At 15/2, Out On Her Own makes plenty of each-way appeal in a race where not all of these can be trusted. Her last two runs, both second-place finishes, suggest she’s knocking on the door, and the big thing here is that she gets in with just 142lb, which could be useful if this becomes a proper stamina test over this extended trip. She doesn’t have the flashy topspeed figure of the favourite, but she’s been shaping like a mare ready to nick one and this looks a very fair race for her to attack. Peter Kavanagh should have options from that weight and she’s exactly the sort to reward an each-way punt.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
She’s Notjoeking is the win play because she brings the most convincing recent body of work and looks the safest option in a race full of ifs and buts. Out On Her Own is the each-way alternative at 15/2, with her low weight and back-to-back seconds giving her a solid place chance. Gintime is the obvious danger if bouncing back, while Dee’s Getaway is respected after that latest success.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gintime | 15/8 | 6/4 | 13/8 | 7/4 | 15/8 | 15/8 (Bet365) |
| Theirshegoes | 28/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| My My My Delilah | 11/1 | 14/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Out On Her Own | 13/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Snapaudaciaheros | 7/1 | 8/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 (Betfair) |
15:30 – Mick Walsh Open Ditch Handicap Chase
Race Details: 5321 | 5 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This is a proper Hexham staying handicap chase: plenty of runners, more than a few with questions to answer, and stamina likely to sort the genuine contenders from the hopefuls. Jamesieconn is the obvious starting point after completing a hat-trick and he arrives here looking like the progressive one in a race where several are either exposed or badly out of nick. Streamsforth Lad has been threatening to win one of these and looks a solid yardstick, while Redeeming Love is less exposed over fences than most and could still have a chunk of improvement to come. Lower down the weights, Rightbackatyou is interesting if building on his latest second. It is not a deep race in quality, but it is a tricky old staying chase with enough angles to make it competitive behind the favourite.
Top Selections
1. Jamesieconn – 13/8 with Betfair
Jockey: Danny McMenamin | Trainer: Nicky Richards | Form: -24111 | Rating: 104 | Topspeed: 85
He is hard to oppose. Three wins on the bounce in this grade tell their own story, and the key thing is that he looks thoroughly straightforward for a staying chase of this nature. Nicky Richards has him thriving, Danny McMenamin knows exactly how to ride Hexham, and a mark of 104 still does not look harsh for a horse arriving here in such rude health. The 13/8 is short enough in a 16-runner race, but not unfair given he is one of the few lining up with solid recent winning form rather than guesses and excuses. If he jumps with his usual fluency and sees this trip out as expected, he holds very strong claims. Bet type tag: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Redeeming Love – 15/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Jamie Hamilton | Trainer: Mark Walford | Form: 7-6673 | Rating: | Topspeed:
For an each-way play, Redeeming Love makes plenty of appeal at 15/2 in a race where five places are on offer. He is only six, so unlike many of these he is not an exposed old plodder, and his latest third hinted that he is beginning to find his feet in this sphere. Mark Walford’s runners often do well in these northern staying handicaps and Jamie Hamilton is a positive booking for a race that will demand patience and rhythm. He does not bring the same rock-solid profile as the favourite, but he has a bit more upside than most of these and looks the type to keep plugging on when others have cried enough. Bet type tag: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Jamesieconn is the win bet because he is the in-form, progressive chaser in the field and still looks ahead of the assessor. Redeeming Love is the each-way option at a fairer price, with youth and possible improvement on his side. Streamsforth Lad is the obvious danger if backing up his latest second, while Rightbackatyou is another who could sneak into the frame at a price.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamesieconn | 6/4 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 8/5 | 13/8 (Betfair) |
| I See The Sea | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Streamsforth Lad | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Redeeming Love | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| King Of Cong | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Jet Light | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Dr Shirocco | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| Gibberwell | 40/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 66/1 | 40/1 | 66/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Rightbackatyou | 9/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Eveque | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Joie More | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Reliance Kid | 25/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Blue Indigo | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Muroor | 66/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Euchan Falls | 40/1 | 30/1 | 30/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Fortunatus | Blue Indigo |
| Postdata | Jamesieconn |
| The Brigadier | Jamesieconn |
| Steve Mullington | Joie More |
| Adrian Wall | King Of Cong |
| sportinglife.com | Redeeming Love |
16:00 – Happy Retirement Maurice & Anne Barnes Handicap Hurdle (Div I)
Race Details: 4428 | 5 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This looks a proper Hexham staying handicap rather than a race full of lurkers, and the market has latched on to the right horses. Rock Dj heads it after a string of respectable efforts without quite getting the job done, while Divilabother brings the strongest recent form figures and is hard to knock for consistency. Party In The Park is interesting as a 5yo in older company and could still have a bit more to offer at this sort of trip, whereas Asa arrives in decent nick and is another with a fair shout if the pace collapses right for him. Plenty of the others have questions to answer, whether on current form or resolution, so it feels competitive but not impenetrable. In truth, the one with the most solid profile is the one I want on side.
Top Selections
1. Divilabother – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Robert Dunne | Trainer: Tristan Davidson | Form: 221224 | Rating: 108 | Topspeed: 99
He is becoming expensive to follow if you keep backing him blind, but there is no getting away from the fact that he sets the standard on recent form. Those figures of 221224 scream reliability in this grade, and an official mark of 108 looks workable rather than punitive given how often he has been thereabouts. The Topspeed figure of 99 also stands out positively in a race where a few of these are trading on reputation more than substance. Robert Dunne gets on well with this type of honest stayer and, at 5/1, Divilabother makes plenty of appeal in a race lacking obvious improvers. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Asa – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Joe Williamson | Trainer: Philip Kirby | Form: 976313 | Rating: 108 | Topspeed: 87
Asa is not the flashiest one in the line-up, but he does arrive here on the back of some perfectly respectable efforts and looks the sort to run his race again. A win three starts back and a solid third last time tell you he is in decent order, and carrying 165lb is manageable if he settles into a rhythm around this stamina test. Philip Kirby’s runners can often be worth respecting in these northern handicaps when their form line starts to tighten up, and Joe Williamson is a capable booking for a horse who may need a patient ride. At 9/1, he appeals as the sensible each-way play. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Divilabother is the win play because he brings the clearest, most dependable recent form and looks sure to give you a run for your money. Asa is the each-way alternative at a fairer price, with enough recent evidence to think he can hit the frame. The obvious dangers are Rock Dj, who is unlikely to be far away, and Party In The Park if the younger legs help him improve for this test.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Dj | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Betfair) |
| Balking | 11/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Betfair) |
| Divilabother | 5/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Asa | 9/1 | 11/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Party In The Park | 7/2 | 4/1 | 18/5 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Betfair) |
| Woodview Lad | 40/1 | 66/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 66/1 (Betfair) |
| Getaway Master | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Stylish Recruit | 11/1 | 12/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Betfair) |
| Eire Street | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Do Ye Wanna | 12/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
16:30 – Happy Retirement Maurice & Anne Barnes Handicap Hurdle (Div II)
Race Details: 4428 | 5 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This looks a proper low-grade staying handicap hurdle where resolution matters as much as raw ability. Gardener arrives off the back of a win and has the best Topspeed figure in the field, so it is easy to see why he heads plenty of shortlists, while Kool Raoul has been running in slightly stronger company without quite getting his head in front. Highbury Hill is interesting as a lightly raced 5yo in a race full of older, exposed stayers, and Tantivy Vavoom could still have more to offer over this trip after only three hurdle starts. You can make cases for a few, but not many arrive with rock-solid profiles, so this is more tricky puzzle than strong Class 5 form. In that sort of race, I want a runner proven under the conditions and another at a price who may still be ahead of the assessor.
Top Selections
1. Gardener – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Charlie Maggs | Trainer: Mike Sowersby | Form: U03331 | Rating: 107 | Topspeed: 102
Gardener makes plenty of appeal after finally cashing in on a consistent spell, and that latest success suggested this veteran still knows how to put a race to bed when things fall right. The standout number here is that 102 Topspeed, comfortably the best in the line-up, and in a race lacking depth that matters. He is only 1lb lower than Kool Raoul despite having actually won recently, and this stamina test around Hexham should suit a horse who looks happiest in a battle. At 4/1, he is not exactly hidden from the market, but he still looks the percentage call in a race full of doubts. Bet: WIN
2. Tantivy Vavoom – 7/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Theo Gillard | Trainer: Ruth Jefferson | Form: 764 | Rating: 94 | Topspeed: 79
Tantivy Vavoom is the one I would rather back each-way than some of the more exposed types above her in the weights. She has only had three runs over hurdles, so there is obvious room for improvement, and the opening mark of 94 could be workable if this longer trip helps draw out a bit more. Theo Gillard rides for a yard that can place one sensibly, and this does not look an especially deep race for the grade despite the 10-runner field. You are taking a bit on trust because the bare form is still modest, but 7/1 is fair enough in a contest where several rivals have already shown their hand. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Gardener is the solid play and makes most appeal as the win bet given his recent victory and clear edge on Topspeed. For an each-way punt, Tantivy Vavoom is the interesting one from a basement mark and could improve for this staying trip. The obvious dangers are Kool Raoul, who has been contesting competitive races, and Highbury Hill, who still has the profile of a progressive sort.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Be The Difference | 16/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 9/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Kool Raoul | 4/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 (Sky Bet) |
| Gardener | 4/1 | 16/5 | 3/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Highbury Hill | 11/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Tantivy Vavoom | 6/1 | 7/1 | 11/2 | 7/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Betfair) |
| Our Laura B | 5/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 9/2 | 7/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Wise Move | 17/2 | 9/1 | 12/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 12/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Eric Carmen | 11/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| My Boy Christy | 22/1 | 18/1 | 25/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Blended Stealth | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 20/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Templegate | Gardener |
17:00 – Pointing Pointers Open Hunters’ Chase
Race Details: 5321 | 5 | Going: GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds) | | jumps
This is not a deep hunter chase, but it is a slightly awkward little contest because several of the principals arrive with questions to answer. Brandy McQueen comes here off a win and has the right profile for this sort of race, while Settle Down Jill is the younger, lighter-weight option who looks capable of making her presence felt if she sees out this marathon trip strongly. Whatdeawant has ability and matching top-end rating figures, but he returns from a break, and Nassalam is very hard to trust on a sequence of pulled-up efforts despite obvious class in the distant background. Potters Party and Lunar Contact have bits of form that give them a squeak, but overall this feels like a race where current reliability and stamina will decide it rather than outright class.
Top Selections
1. Brandy McQueen – 11/4 with Sky Bet
Jockey: Miss Lucy Brown | Trainer: Miss Lucy Brown | Form: 2P63-1 | Rating: 121 | Topspeed: 53
Brandy McQueen looks the percentage call. That latest win was exactly what you want to see coming into a race like this, and in a contest where several rivals have either been hard to predict or out of sorts, his recent success gives him a solid edge. He shares the best rating in the field on 121 and, crucially, arrives with his confidence intact. Lucy Brown knows him inside out and that counts for plenty in hunters, especially around Hexham where rhythm and sensible placement matter. At 11/4 he is not slipping under the radar, but he still makes plenty of appeal in a race lacking dependable options. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Settle Down Jill – 8/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Mr Henry Crow | Trainer: Norman Sanderson | Form: 532P52 | Rating: 119 | Topspeed: 107
Settle Down Jill is the each-way angle at the prices. She is only six, gets in with 159, and her recent form is respectable enough for this level, particularly the pair of runner-up efforts in her last two completed starts. The standout figure in the field is that 107 topspeed, and while hunter chases are not always run to suit speed ratings, it does point to a mare with a bit more ability than the market may be allowing for. Henry Crow takes over and, if she settles early and jumps with fluency, she has the right sort of profile to keep on into the places at least. An 8/1 each-way punt makes obvious sense. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Brandy McQueen is the win play because he comes here in form and looks the safest option in a race full of ifs and buts. For an each-way alternative, Settle Down Jill appeals on her lighter weight and solid recent efforts. Whatdeawant is the obvious danger if fit enough after the break, while Nassalam is risky but would be a threat if rediscovering any old spark.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandy McQueen | 5/2 | 5/2 | 2/1 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Sky Bet) |
| Dressedtoimpress | 22/1 | 20/1 | 33/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 33/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Lunar Contact | 18/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Nassalam | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Betfair) |
| Potters Party | 9/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Whatdeawant | 4/1 | 11/4 | 2/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Settle Down Jill | 5/1 | 13/2 | 8/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 8/1 (Paddy Power) |
Hexham Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose A Copper | 3 | 2 | 66.67% | 66.67% |
| Royal Deeside | 5 | 2 | 40% | 80% |
| Kicksaftersix | 11 | 4 | 36.36% | 54.55% |
| That One | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Stylish Recruit | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray Dodd | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Charlotte Jones | 48 | 11 | 22.92% | 56.25% |
| Danny McMenamin | 183 | 30 | 16.39% | 55.74% |
| Sean Quinlan | 403 | 60 | 14.89% | 51.12% |
| Charlie Maggs | 21 | 3 | 14.29% | 61.9% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Hexham:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Killahena & Graeme McPherson | 4 | 3 | 75% | 75% |
| Alan King | 17 | 7 | 41.18% | 82.35% |
| Ann Hamilton | 15 | 6 | 40% | 60% |
| Nicky Henderson | 11 | 4 | 36.36% | 90.91% |
| Jedd O’Keeffe | 37 | 13 | 35.14% | 64.86% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Hexham racing tips for Monday 13th April 2026. We’ve covered all 7 races with our top selections highlighted above. Use the betting strategies as a starting point, always shop around for the best odds, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
FAQ
What time does racing start at Hexham today?
The first race at Hexham on Monday 13th April 2026 goes off at 14:00, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Hexham today?
The going at Hexham is reported as GOOD, Good to soft in places (Watered) (Rail movements: 2.00, 3.00 & 5.35 +72yds, 2.30 +49yds, 3.30 & 5.00 +78yds and 4.00 & 4.30 +92yds).
How many races are at Hexham today?
There are 7 races on the card at Hexham today, running from 14:00 through to 17:00.
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