Hold Your Fort racing tips and betting prediction at Newton Abbot 15:48

Horse	Jockey	Trainer
Hold Your Fort	James Best	Mrs D A Hamer

Hold Your Fort seems quite poised to make a mark in the 'Race 4 Investment Manager Handicap Chase' at Newton Abbot, starting at the adjusted local time of 15:48. At 9 years old, Hold Your Fort will be negotiating a distance of 3m 1f 170y on ground described as Good-good to firm in places. With current odds at 4.5, which falls into the value category, it's worth noting his performance coupled with his experience over similar conditions. Hold Your Fort is partnered with jockey James Best and comes from Mrs D A Hamer’s yard. The horse’s recent form doesn't shine with victories, having not won in the last few races, but he has shown consistency in similar long-term conditions with a strike rate of 0.33 over 720 days and an impressive 0.80 at this particular course and distance. Investment Manager is narrowly edging on the short price range at 3.75 but brings competition. Trained by J Tizzard and ridden by Brendan Powell, the 9-year-old gelding has shown a slightly better form recently compared to our top pick Hold Your Fort, and he boasts an excellent training statistic with a recent 36% strike rate in the last 30 days. The Jockey-Trainer combo also has a positive past performance which might make him a tough competitor. Another interesting contender is Kick Up A Storm, managed by the successful trainer P F Nicholls and guided on the track by H Cobden. At 4.0, his odds also land him in the value territory. Although the horse hasn't shown notable wins recently, the team behind him carries a promising track record. While these horses make a solid case, Hold Your Fort's specific success rates at this course and distance might just give him the subtle edge needed to lead in this match-up. Good luck choosing your favourite, and remember to bet responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:16 am on 28th May 2025

Pos	#	Horse	H	T	J	J/T	RL
1^st	5	Hold Your Fort★	7⁴	26⁰	23⁸	31⁹	127³
3^rd	2	Investment Manager	6¹	32⁴	29⁷	25⁵	108⁷
PU	3	Kick Up A Storm	3²	31⁰	32⁰	29⁰	102⁹
4^th	1	Deise Aba	3³	27¹	27¹	24⁷	89⁸
2^nd	4	Planned Paradise	2²	26⁷	23²	24⁴	83⁰