Newcastle Racecourse settles into a crisp winter evening as preparations begin for the day’s racing. Horses are guided into position, trainers make final checks, and jockeys share focused nods while the crowd gathers along the rails, ready for the racing ahead.
A calm but buzzing atmosphere flows through the card, with tight finishes, progressive youngsters, and a few seasoned campaigners showing they still carry the spark.
Class 4 Featured Handicap Stakes (3:15pm)
Over 1m 2f 42y, the feature opens the card with a spirited run. Humble Spark, Antrim, Pride of Donegal, Pleasant Man, Jez Bomb, and Almekarem settle into the stalls for what develops into a measured but tactical contest. Riders hold their nerve early before lifting the tempo in the straight, producing a well-clustered finish.
Prize Money: £9,500
EBF Novice Stakes (3:45pm)
The first of the afternoon’s 7f 14y juvenile features draws an interesting mix of improving types. Crown Inn To Win, Euston Hall, Highland Shah, King’s English, Lake Como, and Petes Diamond travel kindly through the early fractions. The race acts as a useful pointer for future potential among lightly raced prospects.
Prize Money: £6,300
Nursery Handicap Stakes (4:15pm)
The second 7f 14y test of the day features Up The Agenda, Jackabi, Smartanck, Senor Campanaro, and Panthere Noir. Young riders show composure throughout a race that demands sharp decision-making once the field opens out for home.
Prize Money: £7,100
Class 4 Evening Handicap Stakes (4:45pm)
A tightly run six-runner 7f 14y event brings Eldrickjones, Midnight Lion, Qazaq, Havana Blue, Al Muqdad, and Mr Mistoffelees together. They travel in close order for much of the journey, renewing their efforts approaching the final furlong as another stirring finish unfolds.
Prize Money: £9,500
Nursery Handicap Stakes (5:15pm)
As early dusk settles, developing sprinters line up for a lively 6f dash. Liverpool Star, Copperfield, Master Harry, Mystical Land, Brave Traveller, and King Victorious display bursts of pace and signs of future promise.
Prize Money: £6,000
Class 6 Sprint Handicap (5:45pm)
The evening’s second sprint unfolds with Nimble Nasher, Angel of England, Spun To Gold, Classy Clarets, and Roaring Ralph. A sharp early tempo sets up a decisive late charge down the middle of the track.
Prize Money: £6,000
Class 5 Sprint Handicap – Division I (6:15pm)
At the minimum trip of 5f, True Promise, Glory Fighter, Brazilian Belle, Lovat Scout, and Jm Jhingree break quickly and keep a tight formation. Pressure remains constant as they thunder through the closing stages.
Prize Money: £7,100
Class 5 Sprint Handicap – Division II (6:45pm)
The second division maintains the momentum with Castan, Dark Kestrel, Brave Empire, Darlo Pride, Hover On The Wind, and Orbital Chime. All six runners begin sharply, ensuring a lively pace from start to finish.
Prize Money: £7,100
Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap Stakes (7:15pm)
The meeting closes with a 7f 14y contest guided by experienced amateur riders. Prince of Bel Lir, Eeetee, Pit Boss, Concert Boy, Sir Maxi, and Aisling Oscar help wrap up a full and rewarding programme as the track lights glow over Gosforth Park.
Prize Money: £6,000
As the final horse returns to unsaddle and riders exchange warm handshakes, the glow of shared effort and quiet satisfaction lingers. The Newcastle Race Cards December 5 meeting delivers a balanced blend of emotion, competition, and craft — a fitting winter evening on the all-weather.
The Newcastle Race Cards December 5 meeting promises a full and exciting programme, featuring tight finishes, promising youngsters, and seasoned campaigners all showing their mettle.
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