Getawhiskey and Charisma Cat Set for Showdown at Newbury
The highly anticipated race at Newbury will showcase Getawhiskey and Charisma Cat, two standout competitors in the world of horse racing, with the event broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing.
3.00 Newbury – Getawhiskey and Charisma Cat Impress in Novice Hurdle
In the Grade 2 BetVictor British EBF ‘National Hunt’ filly novice hurdle, Getawhiskey and Charisma Cat will vie for supremacy. Trained by Dan Skelton, Getawhiskey has shown promise, having secured an impressive victory in a novice hurdle at Windsor Racecourse last January. Although he finished fourth behind Charisma Cat at Market Rasen, the upcoming distance increase could prove advantageous for him as Skelton pursues the trainer’s championship.
Charisma Cat, alongside Watamu, fills the ranks but may face challenges in maintaining their edge against the favorites. Charisma Cat’s competitive spirit was recently demonstrated with a second-place finish at La Conquière. Meanwhile, Watamu and fellow horse Emma LaBelle are emerging talents worthy of attention.
The race day will also bring notable changes, with trainers making key adjustments, including the introduction of Strong Run and Edith Pelham under Fergal O’Brien’s guidance.
3.35 Newbury – Diamond Street and Sweetheart DeBois Lead the Bumper
The Goffs Hundred Grand Bumper promises to deliver an exciting contest, featuring a robust field of 20 competitors. Among them is Diamond Street, a talented gelding trained by Dan Skelton, who showcased his skills with a commanding win in the Doncaster bumper this January. While his form remains largely untested, the expectation is that he will contend strongly under jockey Harry Skelton.
LaVar Debois, who finished fourth on debut, bounced back impressively to secure a victory at Kempton, which was part of the trainer Harry Durham’s strategic plan. Additionally, Keltype had a notable performance at Chepstow on her second outing, while Nicky Henderson’s Madame Speaker, directed by Sean Bowen, also merits attention as a potential contender.
4.38 Southwell – Defending Champion Gary Faces Fahrenheit Seven
The Southwell race card features potent competition, highlighted by an eight-race event showcasing the Midnight Next Generation Betting App handicapping. Gaeli, following impressive wins over Marco Botti and Jack Gilligan, poses a significant threat despite carrying an increased weight of six pounds.
The Fahrenheit Seven, fresh off a strong performance against Newcastle 43 days ago, brings a form that positions them well under skilled jockey Tom Marquand. New entrants, Brosay under Charlie Pike and Killian trained by Robert Cowell, are also attracting interest in their debuts.
Additional Notable Races to Watch
In the BetVictor Novices’ Handicap Hurdle slated for 1.50 PM, Storming George stands out as the favorite, while Nicky Henderson’s Thewood Corner is expected to provide robust competition. Meanwhile, Greatwood Gold Cup champions Heltenham are gearing up for the Super Boost Handicap Chase at 2.25 PM at Newbury, with Prairie Wolf, Knappers Hill, and Twin Jets aiming to make their mark in this thrilling race.
Over in Bangor, the Safe Gambling Handicap Hurdle at 3.20 PM will see Knickerbocker Glory and Static face off, while Joy Machine will participate in the Virgin Bet Handicap Chase earlier in the day. Newcastle’s race features Lastnet and Arthur Walden, both set to play significant roles, showcasing their prowess in a handicap built around 2026.
Lastly, the American Fair Grounds is set to host the Grade 2 Louisiana Derby at 10:42 PM, featuring competitive entrants like Autobahn and Emerging Market, rounding off an exciting day of racing across venues.
