Bet Smart & Win – Hexham 27/08/25 Meeting Analysis

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At Bet Smart & Win, our custom AI models don’t just pick horses — they break down each Bookmaker’s Overround to uncover the True Fair Market Value for every race.

Our ideal criteria will be an Overround of between 100% & 115%, Normalized Probability of 27% to 34%, Implied Probability above 20%, but below the Normalized Probability, 8 to 12 runners and a Value of Fair or Above Fair (we aim for AF). Our preferred Classes are 1, 3, 4, 5.

Nap of the Meeting – Hexham 27/08/25

Overround: 111% Course: Hexham Time: 6:45 Distance: 3m41y Runners: 7 Class: 5

#2 Ribeye (Form: 93-412)

J: Danny McMenamin T: Peter Atkinson Trainer RTF%: 85
NP: 34% IP: 28% Value: AF

Proven C&D, recent win and second underpin a strong sectional grind over 3m; NP exceeds IP, delivering a clear value edge in a manageable field size.

5:15 Hexham – Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Novices’ Hurdle (GBB) (Class 4) (2m4f28y, 6 runners)

Overround: 111%Going: Good (GTF in places)

#3 Jentobello (Form: R-113)

J: Brian Hughes T: Iain Jardine Trainer RTF%: 8
NP: 36% IP: 35% Value: AF

Dual bumper scorer with top rider booked; form depth and trip suitability give a narrow Above Fair edge over a contained book.

#1 Mohawk Chief (Form: -43213)

J: James Bowen T: Mickey Bowen Trainer RTF%: 53
NP: 33% IP: 31% Value: AF

Solid Market Rasen third and proven stamina profile; NP>IP confirms value with stable in good nick.

#4 Late Night Drama (Form: 345-16)

J: Nathan Moscrop T: Susan Corbett Trainer RTF%: 50
NP: 17% IP: 16% Value: F

Recent win and course experience keep him in the frame; fair value for a minor placing behind the front pair.

Analysis

Jentobello shades a tight market on class and rider synergy; Mohawk Chief rates a strong danger with NP>IP; Late Night Drama best of the rest for places.

5:45 Hexham – Free Tips Daily On attheraces.com Handicap Hurdle (0–110) (Class 4) (2m48y, 8 runners)

Overround: 112%Going: Good (GTF in places)

#2 Dickens (Form: 15-311)

J: Luke Scott T: Jennie Candlish Trainer RTF%: 45
NP: 34% IP: 38% Value: BF

Most likely winner on ability but current pricing leans under; still top-ranked on SecEff over 2m on sound ground.

#6 Gemini Man (Form: 23P-72)

J: Danny McMenamin T: Iain Jardine Trainer RTF%: 25
NP: 28% IP: 21% Value: AF

Recent placed efforts and workable mark create a positive NP>IP spread; value alternative to the fav.

#3 Little Soiree (Form: 264-14)

J: William Maggs T: Olly Williams Trainer RTF%: 1
NP: 15% IP: 13% Value: F

Consistent profile with one win this term; fair value for a placing if pace holds up.

Analysis

Dickens retains top win chance despite slight underlay; Gemini Man offers the value edge; Little Soiree makes some appeal for the frame.

6:15 Hexham – Joanne Colledge 50th Birthday Celebrations Handicap Hurdle (0–100) (Class 5) (2m4f28y, 16 runners)

Overround: 114%Going: Good (GTF in places)

#2 Nachtgeist (Form: 276-52)

J: Sean Bowen T: Olly Murphy Trainer RTF%: 46
NP: 27% IP: 23% Value: AF

Recent second reads well and conditions suit; sits in our preferred NP band with NP>IP confirming a value edge.

#12 Palm Beach (Form: 086-71)

J: Miss Pippa Brown T: Victor Thompson Trainer RTF%: 76
NP: 22% IP: 20% Value: AF

Fresh from a win and still feasibly treated; upward SecEff trend adds to value appeal.

#3 Divilabother (Form: 02-022)

J: Harry Reed T: Tristan Davidson Trainer RTF%: 57
NP: 15% IP: 13% Value: F

String of seconds shows reliability; fair value for a frame finish in a wide-open handicap.

Analysis

Nachtgeist sets the standard with a clean NP>IP; Palm Beach is the progressive value; Divilabother consistent enough to hit the frame.

6:45 Hexham – Sterling Clift 60th Birthday Celebrations Handicap Chase (0–100) (Class 5) (3m41y, 7 runners)

Overround: 111%Going: Good (GTF in places)

#2 Ribeye (Form: 93-412)

J: Danny McMenamin T: Peter Atkinson Trainer RTF%: 85
NP: 34% IP: 28% Value: AF

Course winner in current form; stamina-laden run style marries well with Hexham’s finish and current prices.

#1 Ali Star Bert (Form: 1-P422)

J: Jack Quinlan T: Shaun Harris Trainer RTF%: 79
NP: 30% IP: 25% Value: AF

String of seconds indicates solidity; NP>IP keeps him firmly in the win/place conversation.

#5 Zoffalee (Form: /65526)

J: William Maggs T: Mike Sowersby Trainer RTF%: 17
NP: 18% IP: 16% Value: F

Staying type who can pick up pieces late if they overcook it; fair price for minor money.

Analysis

Ribeye holds a strong value-led claim; Ali Star Bert the main threat; Zoffalee can round out the places.

7:15 Hexham – At The Races App Market Movers Handicap Chase (0–105) (Class 5) (2m4f15y, 7 runners)

Overround: 112%Going: Good (GTF in places)

#2 Cracking Destiny (Form: F63-41)

J: Craig Nichol T: Ewan Whillans Trainer RTF%: 50
NP: 33% IP: 38% Value: BF

Eight-time chase winner and recent C&D scorer; slight underlay at current odds but remains most likely winner on class.

#4 Royal Deeside (Form: 357-1S)

J: Harry Reed T: Patrick Morris Trainer RTF%: 25
NP: 29% IP: 25% Value: AF

Unexposed with a C&D win; improving chaser offering a positive NP>IP spread as the chief threat.

#3 Believe Jack (Form: P/P-42)

J: Shane Fenelon T: Alison Thorpe Trainer RTF%: 75
NP: 18% IP: 13% Value: AF

Early chase efforts suggest further improvement; value angle for the frame with NP notably above IP.

Analysis

Cracking Destiny is the most likely winner but a touch short; Royal Deeside the value against; Believe Jack can fill the places.

7:45 Hexham – At The Races App Expert Tips Mares’ Open NH Flat Race (GBB) (Class 4) (2m48y, 8 runners)

Overround: 111%Going: Good (GTF in places)

#5 Nelrose (Form: 3)

J: Jonathan Burke T: Fergal O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 14
NP: 34% IP: 29% Value: AF

Promising debut points to immediate progression; field depth looks shallow enough to exploit NP>IP.

#4 Lady Kara (Form: 2)

J: Luke Scott T: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole Trainer RTF%: 54
NP: 31% IP: 29% Value: F

Clear debut second behind a short-priced winner; fair value near the top of the market and main danger.

#1 Dotties Promise (Form: 3)

J: Nathan Moscrop T: Susan Corbett Trainer RTF%: 50
NP: 18% IP: 23% Value: BF

Placed debut gives a base level but current odds overstate chance; more of a place player behind the principals.

Analysis

Nelrose appeals most on value and scope; Lady Kara is the clear danger; Dotties Promise has place claims if improving.

Notes

Top Jockey = Included in our curated list of leading riders.

Overround colour guide: 100%115%   116%117%   118%+   ≤99%

Implied Probability (IP) derives from bookmaker prices; Normalized Probability (NP) re-scales the book to 100% (removing margin). Ideally, NP > IP to confirm value.

Value Key: AF Above Fair    F Fair    BF Below Fair

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