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Newcastle 16:35

Race 4 Win 250,000 With BetMGM's Golden Goals Restricted Novice Stakes (5f)

24th Nov 25

Horse
Ganthorpe
Jockey
Lewis Chalkley
Trainer
M & D Easterby
Let's talk about Ganthorpe, the predicted winner for the 16:35 race at Newcastle. This sprightly 2-year-old is set to take on the 5f challenge on Newcastle's Standard (AW - Tapeta) track. Despite only having one race in the last 30 days where it didn't grab the win, the expectations remain high. Ganthorpe, trained by M & D Easterby, will have Lewis Chalkley in the saddle today. It's sporting long odds at 101, making it a wild card pick that could lead to a hefty payoff or a good old racing heartbreak. The trainer form shows a recent track win rate of 30% and looking at the jockey-trainer combo with Chalkley, they've had some success at this course which could make Ganthorpe a surprising contender despite the thin race history. Moving on to She's My Hobby, also trained by M & D Easterby but with Billy Garritty riding this time. This filly comes off a similar minimal racing background, with no wins in the last 30 days from one raced distance here at Newcastle. The oddsmakers have more faith here though, giving her shorter odds at 41. The jockey's overall performance at Newcastle doesn't spark much confidence, but the combination with Easterby shows some potential for an upset. Lastly, Flowerpot brings a bit of intrigue to this race. This 2-year-old filly, trained by E Bethell, sees L Morris taking the reins. With no races in the past 30 days, Flowerpot steps onto the track with odds of 6, hinting at a more favorable expectation compared to our previous mentions. The trainer has maintained a decent form with a win rate of 17% over 30 days, while Morris's familiarity with the track could be advantageous. However, like her competitors, Flowerpot is untested under these conditions which adds an element of unpredictability. Although Flowerpot and She's My Hobby seem to pack more mainstream promise, it's Ganthorpe, our cheeky outsider, who tops the prediction model for this race. So if you're feeling adventurous, why not have a flutter on Ganthorpe and see if fortune favors the brave? Here's wishing all the punters a thrilling experience - and remember, always bet responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:15 am on 24th November 2025

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Course & Distance SR 18.82% (from last 85 races)

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