Our Newmarket racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Thursday 6th August 2026. The action gets underway at 14:20 and runs through to 17:08, with going reported as 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Born A Rebel boasts a 16.67% strike rate from 6 runs at the track, Chloe Lyons has been in fine form here with 2 wins from 6 rides, Charlie Appleby’s yard sends out runners with a 28.32% 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 Newmarket
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Newmarket over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | bettinggods.com | 10 | 6 | 60% | 50% |
| Mercury | Daily Post | 16 | 6 | 37.5% | 62.5% |
| Newmarket | Racing Post | 27 | 10 | 37.04% | 81.48% |
| Glendale | The Scotsman | 29 | 10 | 34.48% | 58.62% |
| Newsboy | Daily Mirror | 18 | 6 | 33.33% | 44.44% |
14:20 – Knight Frank East Anglia Apprentice Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 5 | Going: 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is a tight little 1m handicap rather than a deep one, and the market has understandably latched on to the unexposed 3yo pair Home Hero and Stormy Music. Both arrive with a bit of upside in a race where several of the older hands look exposed enough. Panelli is reliable but has had a few chances, while Born A Rebel has the strongest Topspeed figure in the field and is drawn to get involved if things fall right. The interesting angle is whether the younger legs can cope with battle-hardened handicappers in a steadily-run affair. On balance, I’d rather side with recent winning form than consistency without a killer blow, but this is no penalty kick and the pace scenario could be decisive.
Top Selections
1. Home Hero – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Toby Moore | Trainer: Hugo Palmer | Form: 4-3891 | Rating: 75 | Topspeed: 59
Home Hero looks the one with the most appealing mix of recent form and scope. He got his head in front last time, and that matters in a race where a few of these have developed a habit of finding one too good. As a 3yo taking on older horses he doesn’t need to be fully exposed yet, and a mark of 75 still gives him room if that latest success has brought him forward again. Hugo Palmer’s runners are rarely short of intent in this sort of grade, and from stall 3 he should get a sensible trip. At 3/1, he’s hardly hidden, but he still makes plenty of appeal. Bet: WIN
2. Born A Rebel – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Arron D’Arcy | Trainer: Patrick Owens | Form: 720243 | Rating: 78 | Topspeed: 73
Born A Rebel makes plenty of each-way sense in a seven-runner race because his form stack is solid and his speed figures are the best on offer. That recent sequence of 2, 4 and 3 suggests he’s knocking on the door, and he’s the type who should be seen to better effect if this turns into a proper test rather than a tactical crawl. Stall 1 could be a help around here if ridden positively, and his racing weight is manageable enough against rivals carrying more. He’s not bombproof and doesn’t win often, but available at 6/1 he looks a fair each-way punt in a race lacking depth. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Home Hero is the straightforward win play after getting off the mark and still looking capable of better. For an each-way alternative, Born A Rebel appeals most because he brings the strongest speed figure and dependable recent placed form. Stormy Music is the obvious danger among the 3yos, while Panelli is respected but is starting to look expensive to follow for win purposes.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dashing Dick | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Panelli | 9/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Home Hero | 3/1 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 3/1 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Born A Rebel | 6/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Decalogue | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Just Typical | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Stormy Music | 10/3 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 10/3 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Spotlight | Home Hero |
14:55 – Knight Frank Suffolk Heritage Nursery Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 5 | Going: 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is a small-field nursery but not quite the penalty kick the market might suggest. Lord Ragnar has the most solid profile, arriving off figures of 0212 and already looking fairly straightforward, but he does have to concede weight all round from a mark of 82. Emerald Bay is the obvious threat after back-to-back wins and his Topspeed figure of 74 leaps off the page in a race like this. Peggy’s Lad also comes here on the back of a win, though that effort needs building on, while High Calibre and Woodhay Wayfarer have more to prove stepping into this company. Tactically, in a five-runner affair over a mile, track position and who settles best should matter as much as raw ability. It looks a tight little race rather than a deep one.
Top Selections
1. Emerald Bay – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Darragh Keenan | Trainer: George Scott | Form: 07611 | Rating: 76 | Topspeed: 74
I’m happy to take on the favourite with Emerald Bay, who looks the more interesting nursery type at the prices. George Scott’s colt has turned a corner since handicapping, winning his last two starts, and that Topspeed mark of 74 is the best in the field by a fair margin. He gets in here off 76, receives 7lb from Lord Ragnar and, crucially, shapes like this mile will suit him rather than stretch him. In a race lacking depth, I want the one arriving as a progressive sort rather than the one already burdened with top weight. Available at 3/1, he looks the value play. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only five runners, this is a straight win-bet race and Emerald Bay is the one to side with at the prices. Lord Ragnar is the clear danger on consistency and could easily make this tactical, while Peggy’s Lad is the less exposed alternative if improving again. But the bet is simple: back Emerald Bay to win.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Ragnar | 5/4 | 1/1 | 11/10 | 1/1 | 10/11 | 5/4 (Bet365) |
| Emerald Bay | 3/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| High Calibre | 9/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 9/2 | 13/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Woodhay Wayfarer | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Jason Heavey | Emerald Bay |
15:30 – Knight Frank Woodbridge EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (Bands B, C & D) (EBF Qualifier) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 6f | Class 4 | Going: 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a fairly informative restricted novice rather than a deep one, and the market has understandably latched on to the two with solid appeal at the head of it. Fast Performer sets the standard on what he showed when runner-up on debut and, with William Haggas in his corner, he is the obvious one they all have to beat. Crown And Two gets plenty of weight as a filly and has been strongly backed to make a winning start, so she looks the main threat. Behind those, it becomes much murkier: Kaboom and Scienza represent respected yards on debut, while Hello You Ten has race experience but needs to leave that initial sixth well behind. In a seven-runner field, getting the balance right between the obvious form horse and a bit of value is probably the way to play it.
Top Selections
1. Fast Performer – 5/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Cieren Fallon | Trainer: William Haggas | Form: 2 | Rating: 77 | Topspeed: 61
He is the one with substance in the book already and that counts for plenty in this sort of race. A debut second with an opening mark of 77 gives Fast Performer the best piece of form on offer, and his Topspeed figure of 61 is comfortably the strongest published number in the field. Haggas juveniles often know plenty more second time, so natural improvement is easy to expect, and Cieren Fallon is a good booking to keep things straightforward from a wide draw. At around 5/4, there is no giveaway, but he still looks hard to oppose because most of these are being asked to produce something he has already shown. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Kaboom – 17/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Joe Leavy | Trainer: Richard Hannon | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
If you want to take on the obvious pair for a bit of each-way value, Kaboom makes more appeal than most. He comes from a yard that can ready one first time, and stall 1 is no bad place to start over this sharp 6f if he breaks on terms. With no racecourse evidence, this is admittedly a leap of faith, but in a seven-runner novice the debutants do not need to be stars to get involved, and he is a more interesting each-way punt than exposed rivals with ordinary early form. Available at 17/2 with Bet365, he looks the one at the prices who could easily outrun market expectations. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Fast Performer is the solid play and the one to keep on side in the win market, as his debut second sets the standard and improvement is likely. For those looking beyond the favourite, Kaboom is the each-way option at a fairer price in a small but not straightforward field. Crown And Two is the obvious danger, especially with the weight allowance, but the value angle lies with the Hannon newcomer.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Performer | 5/4 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 11/10 | 5/4 (Bet365) |
| Hello You Ten | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Kaboom | 17/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Scienza | 9/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Crown And Two | 15/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 2/1 | 2/1 (William Hill) |
| Zephyra | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Water Angel | 20/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Newmarket | Fast Performer |
| Computeform | Fast Performer |
| Tipman Tips | Fast Performer |
16:00 – Knight Frank Cambridge Connections Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 7f | Class 4 | Going: 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is a very small-field novice, but not much of a betting puzzle on paper. Cerro Blanco towers over the race on the figures, brings the standout form with a 102 rating, and his profile for Charlie Appleby suggests he should be far too strong if reproducing either of his first two efforts. The rest have plenty to find. Nothing But Love has at least shown a bit in two runs and sets a modest standard among the opposition, while Tacticalist is an unknown quantity making a belated start and Winston’s Oath didn’t do enough on debut to suggest a serious upset is brewing. In truth, this looks less a deep novice and more a question of whether the favourite handles the track and trip as expected. Hard to make a serious case against him.
Top Selections
1. Cerro Blanco – 1/25 with Bet365
Jockey: Billy Loughnane | Trainer: Charlie Appleby | Form: 12 | Rating: 102 | Topspeed: 71
Cerro Blanco is miles clear on the bare numbers and, frankly, this is not the sort of race where you want to get clever. A 102 rating in a four-runner Class 4 novice is a huge edge, and his form figures of 1-2 already set him apart from rivals who are either modest or completely unproven. Appleby’s yard excels with these progressive types and Billy Loughnane is more than capable of keeping things simple from stall 1. At 1/25 you’re obviously not shopping for value in the conventional sense, but he looks banker material and should simply outclass them if turning up in the same mood. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it straightforward: Cerro Blanco is the win play and the one obvious anchor in the race. In a four-runner field there’s no each-way angle worth entertaining. If you’re looking for a danger rather than a bet, Nothing But Love has at least posted a rating and could be the one to chase the favourite home, but this really should revolve around the Appleby runner.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Blanco | 1/25 | 1/25 | 1/25 | 1/25 | 1/33 | 1/25 (Bet365) |
| Nothing But Love | 14/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Tacticalist | 16/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Steve Mullington | Cerro Blanco |
| bettinggods.com | Cerro Blanco |
16:33 – Knight Frank Eastern Counties Handicap (GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 2m | Class 4 | Going: 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is a small-field staying handicap but not a weak one, with a couple of lightly raced profiles against more exposed older stayers. High Fibre heads the market after returning from a long absence with a promising third, while Koala Rose brings the progressive 3yo angle and gets in here with a very handy weight for Ralph Beckett. Imperial Sovereign is solid enough and arrives in decent nick, but he may just lack the upside of the two principals, while Minhad and Percy Shelley have bits of form that give them a squeak without making them especially easy to trust. Tactics will matter over this trip in a five-runner race, but the one with the most obvious scope to improve is Koala Rose, and that could be the decisive factor.
Top Selections
1. Koala Rose – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Hector Crouch | Trainer: Ralph Beckett | Form: 3-322 | Rating: 86 | Topspeed: 81
Koala Rose looks the percentage call. She has done little wrong in four starts, finishing second on her last two runs, and the profile is that of a filly still learning her trade rather than one who has reached her ceiling. The standout figure in this field is her Topspeed mark of 81, and the fact she carries just 125lb against older rivals over 2m is a major plus in a race where weight can tell late on. Beckett is always respected with this type of progressive stayer, and Hector Crouch is a neat booking for a race that could turn tactical. At 3/1, she looks the value against a short enough favourite.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only five runners, this is a straight win-bet race and Koala Rose is the one to be with. Her progressive profile and low weight make plenty of appeal. High Fibre is the obvious danger after that encouraging comeback run, while Imperial Sovereign looks the likeliest to nick a place if the race becomes a slog.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minhad | 4/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Percy Shelley | 7/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| High Fibre | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 8/5 | 13/8 (Bet365) |
| Imperial Sovereign | 11/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Koala Rose | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Robin Goodfellow | High Fibre |
17:08 – Knight Frank Handicap
Race Details: 1m 4f | Class 5 | Going: 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a compact but interesting little handicap rather than a punting minefield, with Educator the obvious focal point after finally getting his head back in front last time. He carries top weight, but he also brings the clearest recent form and sets the standard on ratings. The question is whether anything in opposition can force him into a proper battle. Didaar has been running with credit and is not dismissed, while Revelio is the one who could easily improve again now settling into this trip. Seeking Charles has bits and pieces of form that give him a squeak as well. In a six-runner race, tactical positioning may matter as much as raw ability, but the favourite is still hard to get away from.
Top Selections
1. Educator – 11/10 with William Hill
Jockey: Billy Loughnane | Trainer: Henrietta C Knight | Form: 370231 | Rating: 82 | Topspeed: 66
There is no getting around it: Educator is the one they all have to beat. That latest win was a fair reward for a sequence of efforts suggesting he was coming to the boil again, and in a race lacking depth he looks the solid option. An official mark of 82 leaves him just clear of these, and while top weight of 139lb is no gift, this is hardly a deep Class 5. Billy Loughnane is the sort you want aboard in a small-field tactical affair, and if Educator gets into a smooth rhythm he should simply prove too strong late on. At around 11/10, he is short enough, but still the percentage call. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Revelio – 13/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Cieren Fallon | Trainer: Tom Clover | Form: 6-9025 | Rating: 81 | Topspeed: 66
Revelio makes more each-way appeal than most in here because he is a 4yo who still has a bit more scope than some of these exposed older handicappers. He is only 1lb below the top-rated horse on official figures, gets in with just 130lb, and his recent form is not far off what is needed if this turns into a proper test from three out. The last run can be marked up a touch if you are inclined to be forgiving, and Cieren Fallon is well capable of delivering him late off what could be an even pace. Available at 13/2, he looks the sensible alternative to the favourite. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Educator is the straight win play and the most likely scorer if reproducing his latest effort. For a bit more value, Revelio is the each-way option in a race where only a couple look capable of stepping forward. Didaar is the obvious danger if building on his recent consistency, while Seeking Charles is not hopeless if the race is run to suit.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educator | 1/1 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 11/10 | 11/10 (William Hill) |
| Didaar | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Seeking Charles | 8/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Revelio | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (William Hill) |
| Maith Mar Or | 28/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Kieran McHugh | Educator |
| Templegate | Educator |
| Ross Shepherd | Educator |
| sportinglife.com | Revelio |
Newmarket Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born A Rebel | 6 | 1 | 16.67% | 33.33% |
| Dashing Dick | 25 | 3 | 12% | 40% |
| Just Typical | 3 | 0 | 0% | 66.67% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chloe Lyons | 6 | 2 | 33.33% | 50% |
| Toby Moore | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Mark Winn | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Mason Paetel | 16 | 5 | 31.25% | 43.75% |
| Ryan Kavanagh | 15 | 3 | 20% | 26.67% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Newmarket:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Appleby | 1257 | 356 | 28.32% | 53.06% |
| Ralph Beckett | 390 | 58 | 14.87% | 38.97% |
| William Haggas | 476 | 69 | 14.5% | 33.4% |
| Tom Ward | 28 | 4 | 14.29% | 39.29% |
| Mark Usher | 14 | 2 | 14.29% | 21.43% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Newmarket racing tips for Thursday 6th August 2026. We’ve covered all 6 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 Newmarket today?
The first race at Newmarket on Thursday 6th August 2026 goes off at 14:20, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Newmarket today?
The going at Newmarket is reported as 7.5) (watering) (Good to firm (goingstick).
How many races are at Newmarket today?
There are 6 races on the card at Newmarket today, running from 14:20 through to 17:08.
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