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Chepstow 14:00

Race 4 Angela Nettlefold Memorial 'National Hunt' Maiden Hurdle (2m 16y)

5th Nov 25

WinnerThe Blue RoomSP 4.33
Horse
The Blue Room
Jockey
S Bowen
Trainer
O Murphy
First up we have The Blue Room running in the Angela Nettlefold Memorial 'National Hunt' Maiden Hurdle at Chepstow, kicking off at 14:00. The 5-year-old gelding has a live price of 4.33, putting him in the value category for this race. He's saddled by jockey S Bowen and trained by O Murphy. Despite not having raced recently, The Blue Room holds a past win over a similar distance, which hints at potential under today's conditions. Trainer O Murphy shows a solid 30-day form with a 34% strike rate, which could spell success here. Next in line is In The Purple, another runner from O Murphy's stable but with less compelling stats. Riding at long odds of 21, this 4-year-old gelding might not stir much confidence among punters. He's guided by jockey Lewis Stones, who, unlike Bowen, hasn't made much impact in recent outings. Comparatively, In The Purple lacks the race experience of his stablemate, with no recent runs or wins to measure. Thorgath stands out as a potentially underrated contender with long odds of 34. Trained by T Lacey and ridden by Cameron Iles, this 4-year-old gelding comes with fewer outings than the first two horses but has competed over distance. Both trainer and jockey have modest recent forms, which might not excite many but considering his unexposed profile, Thorgath could be a wildcard worth watching. While other horses like Land Of Punt and Three Figs offer intriguing prospects, the spotlight for this prediction shines on The Blue Room, armed with a more experienced team and a history of success over similar challenges. Best of luck to all, and remember, bet responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:15 am on 5th November 2025

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Course SR 20.85% (from last 398 races)

Course & Distance SR 27.66% (from last 94 races)

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