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Newton Abbot 16:18

Race 5 Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Hurdle (2m 167y)

4th Jul 25

Horse
Seeyouinmydreams
Jockey
H Cobden
Trainer
P F Nicholls
Let's dive into the heart of today's racing action at Newton Abbot with the 16:18 Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Hurdle. Leading the pack with tantalising odds of 2.75 is Seeyouinmydreams. This 7-year-old mare, trained by the redoubtable P F Nicholls and ridden by H Cobden, is the model of consistency. Sporting a perfect 100% strike rate over the last 30 days, she seems to embrace the Newton Abbot track, having stormed to victory in all her recent outings here. Her pairing with Cobden is noteworthy; particularly since they've been knocking it out of the park with a winning rate of nearly 46% in the last two months. Given her form, recent course success, and the team's performance, she's a front-runner for good reason. Not to be overlooked, Get The Value is set to provide stiff competition. This gelding, training under J G M O'Shea and guided by Kielan Woods, pitches in with a live price of 3.5—indicating relatively tight odds. Competing at the same age as our predicted winner, he's turning heads despite a modest 50% strike rate over the last 180 days. However, when considering trainer and jockey stats, the performance isn't as stellar as our leader's, suggesting that while he is a strong contender, he might not quite have the edge needed to topple Seeyouinmydreams. The third horse worthy of attention is Max Of Stars, a 5-year-old mare pitched by Ollie Pears with Sam Twiston-Davies in the saddle. Offered at odds of 4, this duo suggests potential but lacks the striking course affinity and recent wins seen in the top two runners. While their recent form doesn't scream dominance, Twiston-Davies' knack for pulling off unexpected victories could make them dark horses—pun intended. Turning our eyes towards the other runners briefly, special mention goes to War Lord available at longer odds of 10, a scenario to watch for value seekers. Overall, Seeyouinmydreams stands out not only on paper but also in recent performances and statistical backing, making her a solid bet for today's Race 5 at Newton Abbot. So, pop on your caps, place your wagers, and may the odds be ever in your favour! Remember, bet wisely and responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:17 am on 4th July 2025
PHorseHTJJ/TRLSP
2nd1. Seeyouinmydreams1174112693802085
NR4. Get The Value933362393741908
1st3. Max Of Stars1003071723261717
3rd2. War Lord833341963051508
4th5. Old Bridge872891632691499

Course SR 28.48% (from last 151 races)

Course & Distance SR 24.44% (from last 45 races)

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