Our Newton Abbot racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Friday 12th June 2026. The action gets underway at 17:13 and runs through to 20:45, with going reported as 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Rickety Bridge boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Harry Atkins has been in fine form here with 1 wins from 3 rides, Ben Clarke’s yard sends out runners with a 38.46% 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 Newton Abbot
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Newton Abbot over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Country | Racing Post | 29 | 12 | 41.38% | 58.62% |
| Computeform | The Racing App | 10 | 4 | 40% | 80% |
| Luke Tucker | Cambridge Evening News | 13 | 3 | 23.08% | 46.15% |
17:13 – Alzheimer’s Society Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m | Class 4 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This looks a fair little mares’ novice rather than a deep one, and the market has probably latched onto the right trio. Lady Kara arrives on the back of back-to-back wins and brings solid recent hurdles form, while Dancing Dame sets the standard on official figures after her latest second. The interesting one is Colegram, who lacks published form in the racecard but comes from the Dan Skelton yard and has been installed favourite, which usually tells its own story in this grade. The 4yos receive weight from the older mares, so Likewhatyousee and Steal A Glance are not impossible, but both need to show more than the obvious principals. It feels a race where basic ability and slick jumping will decide matters rather than tactical complexity.
Top Selections
1. Dancing Dame – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Jonathan Burke | Trainer: James Owen | Form: U086-2 | Rating: 117 | Topspeed: 88
She is the one with the strongest body of hurdles form on show and, in a race where a few are trading on reputation, that matters. Dancing Dame ran to a useful level when second on her latest start and her mark of 117 is the standout figure in this field. That gives her a clear chance if reproducing it, and the Topspeed figure of 88 backs up the substance of that effort. Jonathan Burke is a positive booking for a mare who should be able to travel well at this trip, and at 11/4 she makes more appeal than a short-priced unknown. She looks the percentage call.
Bet: WIN
2. Steal A Glance – 12/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies | Trainer: Anthony Honeyball | Form: 273- | Rating: | Topspeed:
For an each-way play, Steal A Glance makes a bit of sense in a nine-runner race with three places on offer. Her bumper form of 273- is not flashy, but it is respectable enough for this level and she represents a stable that can ready one for a hurdling debut. Sam Twiston-Davies aboard is hardly a negative, and as a 4yo she gets a useful pull at the weights from the older mares. She does not have the exposed class of Dancing Dame, but at 12/1 she looks the sort who could easily outrun those odds if taking to obstacles in straightforward fashion.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Dancing Dame is the win bet on proven hurdles ability and the best rating in the race. For those wanting a bit more juice, Steal A Glance is the each-way punt at double-figure odds with the 4yo allowance on her side. Colegram is the obvious danger if the market confidence is justified, while Lady Kara’s recent winning run means she cannot be dismissed.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Kara | 3/1 | 16/5 | 10/3 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Paddy Power) |
| Bontessony Doll | 66/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Betfair) |
| Colegram | 13/8 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 8/5 | 13/8 (Bet365) |
| Dancing Dame | 11/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Medina Blue | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Doobeedee | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Likewhatyousee | 13/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Princess Of Ballea | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Steal A Glance | 12/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Ross | Dancing Dame |
17:50 – William Hill Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 3m 2f | Class 5 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This small-field staying handicap doesn’t look deep, but it does have a clear shape to it. Winning Paddy arrives on the back of a breakthrough success and is the obvious one after scoring from a light weight, while Hurst Hill has the profile of one who can get competitive if seeing this trip out strongly enough. Groom De Cotte is an old hand who remains capable off 96, though age and weight are both starting to bite, and Final Entry is still lightly raced but needs to show more than he has so far. Jack’s Jury has bits of form that give him a squeak, but the recent unseat doesn’t help confidence. In truth, this looks more about reliability and stamina than raw class.
Top Selections
1. Winning Paddy – 11/10 with Bet365
Jockey: James Davies | Trainer: Alexandra Dunn | Form: 0/87-1 | Rating: | Topspeed: 30
He’s the one with momentum, and in a race lacking depth that counts for plenty. Winning Paddy finally got his head in front last time and did it from a handy racing weight, so it’s no surprise he heads the market again. This is a stiffer test over 3m2f, but he shapes as though a proper staying trip should suit and Alexandra Dunn has found a very realistic opening here. James Davies is a sensible booking for this type of grinder, and at 11/10 he is short enough, but still hard to oppose given how little solid recent form the others bring. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Hurst Hill – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Daniel Sansom | Trainer: Seamus Mullins | Form: 2426-7 | Rating: 98 | Topspeed: 94
Hurst Hill makes plenty of each-way appeal in a race where only two places are on offer but the field is short on convincing alternatives. He has the highest rating in the line-up, a very respectable topspeed figure for this grade, and there were enough decent efforts in last season’s form to suggest he can be competitive in a Class 5 if bouncing back from a modest reappearance. The 7lb claimer takes some pressure off, and if this turns into a proper stamina test rather than a sprint from the last, he could be the one staying on best behind the favourite. At 6/1, he looks the value each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Winning Paddy is the win play because he comes here in the best recent nick and this is not a race overloaded with solid stayers. For an each-way alternative, Hurst Hill looks the sensible option at a fairer price. Groom De Cotte is the main danger if reproducing his latest run, but top weight and age make him less straightforward.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groom De Cotte | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Final Entry | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Winning Paddy | 11/10 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 11/10 | 11/10 (Bet365) |
| Hurst Hill | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Bits Ballou | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
18:25 – Olympus Plant & Tool Hire Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m | Class 5 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This doesn’t look a deep Class 5 at all, but it is the sort of small-field handicap that can still trip punters up. Blue Siam is the obvious starting point after a couple of respectable efforts and looks the one with a bit more upside than most, especially getting weight as a 4yo. Ask Peter is the solid yardstick, having been knocking on the door without quite getting the job done, while Linden Lane has enough ability to get involved if bouncing back from a lesser reappearance. The rest have questions to answer: Coup De Gold is vulnerable as a 10yo, Minnie Belle still has a fair bit to prove, and Crab Road arrives with a decidedly grim profile. It’s not a strong race, but the favourite does make plenty of appeal.
Top Selections
1. Blue Siam – 9/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Jonathan Burke | Trainer: Syd Hosie | Form: 55-43 | Rating: 87 | Topspeed: 83
Blue Siam looks the percentage call in a race lacking depth. He has been shaping as though this sort of opening is near, and his latest two efforts, particularly the recent third, suggest he is settling into handicaps well enough. An 87 mark doesn’t look beyond him and, in a race where several rivals are either exposed or out of form, his profile is the one that hints at a bit of improvement still to come. Jonathan Burke is a positive booking in a tactical six-runner affair, and 9/4 is fair rather than fancy for a horse who simply has fewer negatives than the rest. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Linden Lane – 11/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Osian Radford | Trainer: Mrs C Williams | Form: 7334-5 | Rating: 97 | Topspeed: 94
Linden Lane makes more each-way appeal than some of the shorter-priced alternatives because there is at least a bit of substance to his old form. His rating of 97 is the highest in the field, and while he didn’t do enough on his latest start, that was his first outing after a break and he’s entitled to come on for it. The topspeed figure of 94 also stands out in this company, which tells you he has run to a level the others may struggle to match if back on song. At 11/2 with William Hill, he looks the value play to chase home the favourite or even capitalise if that one underperforms. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Blue Siam is the win play in a race where his recent profile is the most convincing and improvement is still possible. For an each-way punt, Linden Lane appeals at the bigger price on the strength of his rating and the likelihood of stepping forward from his comeback. Ask Peter is the main danger if producing his usual honest run, but he looks a touch short enough.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Lane | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 (William Hill) |
| Crab Road | 7/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (William Hill) |
| Ask Peter | 3/1 | 3/1 | 16/5 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 16/5 (Paddy Power) |
| Coup De Gold | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Blue Siam | 9/4 | 9/5 | 9/5 | 7/4 | 15/8 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Minnie Belle | 11/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
19:00 – execontainers.com Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 2f | Class 4 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This has the look of a tight little handicap rather than a deep one, and with Three Pikes a non-runner it revolves around a fairly obvious trio. Morning Mayhem arrives on the back of a win and is easy enough to see at the head of the market, while Almuhit is another coming here in form after getting off the mark last time. Siam Park is the one who could make this more interesting if building on his latest second, especially off a handy weight. Donnie Azoff is admirable but now a 10-year-old, and Dream Diamond has a bit to prove after that latest unseat. In a small field where track position and clean jumping will matter plenty, this looks more about reliability and upside than hidden depth.
Top Selections
1. Morning Mayhem – 6/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Kielan Woods | Trainer: Nick Scholfield | Form: 313-41 | Rating: 123 | Topspeed: 101
Morning Mayhem is the one to beat. He comes here after a tidy success, his form figures suggest he’s thriving, and a mark of 123 does not look beyond him in this grade. For a 5-year-old, he already brings a useful blend of consistency and progression, and in a race lacking numbers that matters. Kielan Woods is a positive booking for a horse who should be ridden prominently and allowed to use his jumping. At 6/4 he is not exactly hidden from view, but this is the sort of small-field handicap where the most solid option is often the right one. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Siam Park – 9/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Rian Corcoran | Trainer: Joe Tizzard | Form: 42F-U2 | Rating: 121 | Topspeed: 108
Siam Park makes most appeal as the each-way play, especially with his latest runner-up effort suggesting he is ready to strike if putting it all together. The obvious caveat is that his recent profile includes a fall and an unseat, so trust is not absolute, but there was enough encouragement in that last run to think he can be competitive from this mark. He gets in here with 161lb, which makes life a bit easier against the market principals, and Joe Tizzard’s runner has the pace figures to be relevant if his jumping holds up under pressure. Available at 9/2, he looks the value alternative. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Morning Mayhem is the straightforward win play and makes the most appeal on recent form and overall solidity. Siam Park is the each-way option at the bigger price, provided you’re willing to forgive the jumping blemishes in his profile. Almuhit is the obvious danger after his latest win and could easily chase the favourite home if progressing again.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Mayhem | 6/4 | 11/8 | 11/8 | 11/8 | 6/4 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| Donnie Azoff | 17/2 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Dream Diamond | 6/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 (Betfair) |
| Siam Park | 9/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Almuhit | 5/2 | 11/5 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
19:35 – St. Austell Brewery Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Race Details: 3m 1f | Class 3 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This small-field novice handicap chase revolves around a couple of progressive types, and tactically it could be just as important as raw ability. Rickety Bridge arrives on the back of two wins and has looked a horse going the right way since switched into handicap company over fences, while Court In A Storm brings the strongest published figures and comes here after a solid second. Dexperts Opinion got off the mark last time and is respected off a light weight, but that came after a string of lesser efforts and this is a deeper little race. La Pinsonniere is the wild card for a powerful yard, though a hefty weight and a disappointing reappearance leave him with something to prove. Not a deep race numerically, but it is a competitive one.
Top Selections
1. Rickety Bridge – 13/8 with Bet365
Jockey: Freddie Gingell | Trainer: Paul Nicholls | Form: /04-11 | Rating: 139 | Topspeed: 128
Rickety Bridge is the obvious one, but sometimes the obvious one is still the right one. He has won his last two, arrives here as the runner with the most convincing recent momentum, and his mark of 139 does not look beyond him judged on the way he has been finishing his races. Nicholls does very well with these staying chasers once they learn their job, and this 7yo now looks to have clicked. The 3m1f trip should suit, the ground should be fine, and in a four-runner race he could simply prove the strongest when it matters. At 13/8, he is short enough, but still hard to oppose.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a four-runner race: Rickety Bridge is the win bet and the one to side with. There is no each-way angle in a field this small. Court In A Storm looks the main danger on ratings and recent form, while Dexperts Opinion is the one who could make a mockery of the market if building on that latest win.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Pinsonniere | 7/2 | 18/5 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 18/5 (Betfair) |
| Court In A Storm | 7/2 | 10/3 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Rickety Bridge | 13/8 | 6/4 | 11/8 | 6/4 | 8/5 | 13/8 (Bet365) |
| Dexperts Opinion | 5/2 | 9/4 | 7/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 7/2 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| West Country | Rickety Bridge |
20:10 – Sun Racing The Favourite Pullout Every Day Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m | Class 4 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This has turned into a very small-field chase after the defection of At The Oche, and that leaves a race which looks much more about class and current momentum than hidden angles. Beorma arrives on a five-timer and has been doing his winning with the authority of a horse still ahead of the assessor, while stablemate Cobbler’s Boy is solid enough but may just lack the same scope for further progress over fences. First Angel is the veteran of the party and has enough ability on old form to get involved, but his profile is far less convincing after a pulled-up effort on his latest start. In truth, this is not a deep Class 4 at all, and if Beorma runs to the level of his recent sequence, he sets a clear standard.
Top Selections
1. Beorma – 2/5 with Bet365
Jockey: Harry Skelton | Trainer: Dan Skelton | Form: -11111 | Rating: 122 | Topspeed: 103
Beorma is hard to oppose in a race of this shape. Five straight wins tell their own story, but it is the manner of those successes that really catches the eye: he has been progressing through his races like a horse full of confidence, and a mark of 122 still may not have him pinned down. Harry Skelton keeps the ride, which is no surprise, and this sharp 2m around Newton Abbot should suit a horse who has been travelling and jumping with real fluency. The 2/5 is obviously no gift, but in a four-runner race lacking depth, he still looks the percentage call. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Beorma is the win bet and the obvious one. In a four-runner contest there is no each-way angle worth forcing, especially with only one place on offer. Cobbler’s Boy is the one most likely to make him work, while First Angel would need a revival after that latest non-completion. Straight win bet on Beorma.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Angel | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Betfair) |
| Beorma | 2/5 | 1/3 | 1/3 | 1/3 | 1/3 | 2/5 (Bet365) |
20:45 – Racing To School Reaches 25 Years Open National Hunt Flat Race (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m | Class 4 | Going: 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This looks a tight little bumper rather than a deep one, and the market has probably got the main trio about right. Park Hall arrives from the Skelton yard with obvious appeal on paper, but he has to justify favouritism on debut against rivals who have already shown a bit. Unflappable shaped with promise when third first time out and, as a 4yo getting weight all round, is very easy to warm to, while Blinded By Grace brings the strongest achieved form after following a placed effort with a win. The rest need to step forward markedly on what we know. In a six-runner race where experience could count for plenty, this feels more about upside than certainty.
Top Selections
1. Unflappable – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: David Noonan | Trainer: Ben Clarke | Form: 3 | Rating: 110 | Topspeed: 73
Unflappable gets the nod because that debut third reads like the ideal springboard in a race of this nature. A mark of 110 is the best in the field, and while bumper ratings should always be treated with a little caution, it does at least suggest he achieved something useful first time up. The 4yo allowance is another obvious plus against older rivals, and Ben Clarke’s runners tend to know their job in these events. At 2/1 with Bet365, he is not exactly hiding, but he still makes more appeal than a debutant at shorter prices and looks the one with the clearest scope to improve past them. Bet: WIN
2. Blinded By Grace – 5/2 with Bet365
Jockey: James Bowen | Trainer: Mickey Bowen | Form: 3-1 | Rating: 101 | Topspeed: 76
Blinded By Grace is the obvious each-way angle because she brings solid, bankable form to the table and already knows what it takes to get her head in front. The progression from a debut third to a win is exactly what you want to see in a bumper horse learning on the job, and her Topspeed of 76 is the best number on offer here. James Bowen is another positive in a race where good positioning and timing can make all the difference. Available at 5/2 with Bet365, she does not scream massive value in win-only terms, but in a six-runner contest she looks one of the likeliest to run her race again. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Unflappable is the win play, chiefly because he sets the best standard among those with experience and gets a handy age allowance. Blinded By Grace is the each-way punt on the strength of her proven progression and reliable profile. Park Hall is the obvious danger on stable reputation and jockey booking, but taking a short price about a newcomer against race-fit rivals is not especially tempting.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blinded By Grace | 5/2 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Park Hall | 13/8 | 13/8 | 7/4 | 13/8 | 8/5 | 7/4 (Paddy Power) |
| Poppycat | 16/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Petite Poet | 20/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Betfair) |
| Unflappable | 2/1 | 9/5 | 15/8 | 7/4 | 15/8 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| racing-daily.com | Poppycat |
Newton Abbot Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rickety Bridge | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Three Pikes | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 100% |
| Hurst Hill | 5 | 1 | 20% | 60% |
| Siam Park | 3 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Atkins | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 100% |
| Joe Anderson | 13 | 4 | 30.77% | 30.77% |
| Rian Corcoran | 4 | 1 | 25% | 100% |
| Sam Twiston-Davies | 400 | 93 | 23.25% | 47.5% |
| Freddie Gingell | 63 | 14 | 22.22% | 55.56% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Newton Abbot:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Clarke | 13 | 5 | 38.46% | 53.85% |
| Mickey Bowen | 20 | 6 | 30% | 35% |
| Harry Fry | 102 | 30 | 29.41% | 62.75% |
| Paul Nicholls | 217 | 61 | 28.11% | 52.07% |
| Nick Scholfield | 4 | 1 | 25% | 75% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Newton Abbot racing tips for Friday 12th June 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 Newton Abbot today?
The first race at Newton Abbot on Friday 12th June 2026 goes off at 17:13, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Newton Abbot today?
The going at Newton Abbot is reported as 5.3) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick).
How many races are at Newton Abbot today?
There are 7 races on the card at Newton Abbot today, running from 17:13 through to 20:45.
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