It’s a day of high stakes and rising stars at Newbury on Monday, 29th December 2025, as the racing action kicks off. All eyes are on the Coral Challow Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, £100,000) at 3:00pm, a 2m 4f 154y showdown where the finest novice hurdlers will compete for victory and a place in racing history. Trainers, jockeys, and fans alike are brimming with anticipation for what promises to be the defining race of the day.
The card opens at 12:05pm with THE PLAY CORAL’S FREE “RACING-SUPER-SERIES” MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3). Covering 2m 96y and boasting £20,000 in prize money, the opener will showcase a field of talented mares eager to make a strong early impression. The energy of the first race will set the tone for an afternoon of competitive jumps racing.
At 12:40pm, the focus shifts to THE CORAL “DAILY REWARDS SHAKER” ‘INTRODUCTORY’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE). Another 2m 96y contest, offering £17,000, this race will feature promising newcomers attempting to make their mark in the jumping scene. Expect fresh talent and bold tactics as trainers and jockeys look for early success.
By 1:15pm, the THE CORAL RACING CLUB “JOIN FOR FREE” HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (FOR THE HALLOWE’EN TROPHY) (GBB RACE) takes the stage. Running over 2m 92y with £22,000 on offer, this steeplechase promises a combination of speed, stamina, and clever jumping, giving fans a taste of the afternoon’s growing intensity.
The first mid-afternoon highlight arrives at 1:50pm with THE CORAL MANDARIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE). At 3m 1f 214y and with £50,000 in stakes, this race will test endurance and tactical acumen, with seasoned horses expected to challenge for top honours.
Next, at 2:22pm, THE JOIN CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) will see competitors tackle 2m 4f 154y for a £30,000 prize. With a mix of experienced hurdlers and emerging contenders, this race will set the stage perfectly for the feature event that follows.
At 3:00pm, all attention will turn to the Coral Challow Novices’ Hurdle, the day’s pinnacle. Over 2m 4f 154y and carrying a £100,000 prize, this Grade 1 contest will bring together the country’s top novice hurdlers in a high-stakes clash that could shape the careers of tomorrow’s stars. Expect a fierce, fast-paced contest with skill, courage, and strategy on full display.
The meeting concludes at 3:35pm with THE CORAL NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE), covering 2m 6f 93y with £22,000 in prize money. The final race promises one last surge of drama and excitement, wrapping up a day filled with competitive spirit and memorable performances.
With seven races spanning hurdles and steeplechases, Newbury is set to deliver a thrilling day of jumps racing. From promising novices to seasoned performers, Monday’s card promises heart-pounding finishes, standout performances, and an electric atmosphere — all culminating in the much-anticipated Coral Challow Novices’ Hurdle.
Newbury Racecards 29 December 2025 present a compelling seven-race programme, headlined by the prestigious Grade 1 Coral Challow Novices’ Hurdle.
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