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Chepstow – Results (31 August 2026)
Chepstow produced a competitive card on Tuesday with a steady surface described as GOOD TO SOFT (soft in places; 6.4). The day was notable for a couple of big-priced scorers – Zambezi Magic landed the finale at 20/1 and Naval Cop made all in the nursery at 11/1 – while a number of declared runners were withdrawn or judged unsuited by connections given the cut in the ground. Youngsters and improvers featured prominently, with Washington Royale and Kodicall both taking their opportunities in the maidens.
Race-by-race highlights
Andrew Balding’s Naval Cop disputed and then grabbed the 13:45 nursery under Alfie Redman, staying on to hold off Devon Angel. Michael Appleby’s Washington Royale comfortably won the restricted maiden after quickened clear inside the final furlong. Kodicall and Prince Ali also recorded decisive wins in their respective events, A Rose Adaay took the second division of the Runtech Handicap, and Thanos prevailed in the Chepstow Mile Final. In the evening pairings Level Up led home a far-side group and Zambezi Magic narrowly held on in the closing stages of the DragonBet Handicap.
Latest winners
| Time | Race | Going | Winner | Odds | Trainer | Jockey | Notes | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:45 | DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival Nursery Handicap | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Naval Cop | 11/1 | Andrew Balding | Alfie Redman | Raced near side, disputed lead, ridden and led over 1f out, reduced lead towards finish, always doing enough | – |
| 14:20 | Eddie & Sandra Hayward Supports Noahs Ark Charity Restricted Maiden Stakes (Band D) | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Washington Royale | 2/1 | Michael Appleby | Ashley Lewis | In touch with leaders, pushed along 2f out, led then hung left over 1f out, ridden clear inside final furlong | – |
| 14:55 | Paving Fields Construction Restricted Maiden Stakes (Bands B-D) | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Kodicall | 12/1 | J S Moore | William Cox | Made virtually all, ridden 2f out, faced challenge final furlong, just did enough | – |
| 15:30 | Runtech Ltd Handicap (Div I) | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Prince Ali | 10/1 | Thomas Faulkner | Zoe Lewis | Prominent, led after 3f, ridden over 1f out, ran on | – |
| 16:00 | Runtech Ltd Handicap (Div II) | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | A Rose Adaay | 5/2 | Grace Harris | Ben Ffrench Davis | In touch, ridden 3f out, led 1f out, soon hung left, comfortably | – |
| 16:35 | LSL Racing Chepstow Mile Series Final Handicap | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Thanos | 5/1 | Harry Charlton | Lewis Edmunds | Midfield, headway 2f out, ridden over 1f out, led inside final furlong, ran on well | – |
| 17:10 | Tom’s Big Bike Ride Handicap | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Level Up | 5/2 | David Evans | Pat Dobbs | Raced far side, made all, ridden over 1f out, hung right inside final furlong, always doing enough; trainer noted no obvious explanation for improvement (routine tested) | – |
| 17:45 | DragonBet Handicap | GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; 6.4) | Zambezi Magic | 20/1 | Bernard Llewellyn & Robert Williams | William Cox | Walked to post, raced in second, led over 7f out, joined and ridden 2f out, led narrowly over 1f out, just did enough | – |
Notable withdrawals & observations
Several runners were declared non-runners or judged unsuited by connections on the drying soft surface: Lion Of Persia, Anna Belardo, Perola (self-certified), Kodi Fire and Stipulation were all withdrawn or deemed unsuitable. Trainers will have taken note of how the cut in the ground affected individual types, particularly juveniles and light-framed juveniles.
Quick takeaways
- Going played a part: GOOD TO SOFT (soft in places) influenced declarations and likely shaped the finishing effort of a few closers.
- Value winners: Zambezi Magic (20/1) and Naval Cop (11/1) were eye-catching results for each connections.
- Improvers: Level Up’s performance under Pat Dobbs represents a marked improvement — the trainer flagged no obvious reason and the gelding was routine-tested after the race.
- Maiden & restricted events provided opportunities for progressive juveniles — Washington Royale and Kodicall took full advantage.
Full result details are shown above. Keep an eye on entries for similar ground if these horses are campaigned again in the coming weeks.
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Chepstow Race Results
Chepstow stages around 30 meetings per year with top quality jump racing during the winter and competitive flat racing in the summer. The Welsh Grand National over three miles and five furlongs in late December is the highlight of Chepstow’s year, one of the most prestigious staying handicap chases of the season.
The Welsh Grand National meeting traditionally takes place on 27th December and is often a target for Aintree Grand National horses. The last horse to win both races in their career was Silver Birch who won here in 2004 and at Aintree two years’ later. It has also featured numerous Cheltenham Gold Cup contenders with Burrough Hill Lad (1983), Cool Ground (1990), Master Oats (1994), Synchronized (2010) and Native River (2016) all going on to win chasing’s blue riband event.
The December meeting also features the Grade 1 Future Champions Finale Juvenile Hurdle, an important trial for the Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham. The two-day season opener in October features the Grade 2 Persian War Novices’ Hurdle and the Grade 3 Silver Trophy.
You can get the latest Chepstow race results by clicking on Today’s Results & Racecards from the dropdown menu. This page is continually updated with one of the fastest results services in the business. This is later updated with the complete finishing order and Tote returns which can be accessed by clicking on each race title. You can also search previous race results from the racing calendar icon beneath the page title.
Racecourse Guide
Chepstow is one of only three racecourses in Wales with jump racing held at Bangor-on-Dee while Ffos Las hosts both flat and jump meetings. Chepstow is a left handed oval track of almost two miles. It is very undulating and has a long run-in after jumping the last.
The fences are among the most inviting in the UK but the ground can get extremely heavy so the emphasis is usually on stamina at Chepstow. There are five fences in a long home straight and horses can struggle to finish if they are under pressure turning for home.
Chepstow also has a summer flat programme and there is a chute to provide a straight mile. The uneven nature of the track and daunting home straight means this track favours long striding horses rather than sharper, front running types.
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
Chepstow has a fine range of hospitality packages to enhance your day’s racing. The View Restaurant is glass fronted and situated on the first floor of the Premier Stand. As the name suggests, there are stunning panoramic views across the racecourse.
Private boxes offer unrivalled hospitality with your own personal suite. These come with a dedicated host, mouth-watering buffet and access to all public areas. There are special balcony packages available on selected race days. There are also themed marquee packages available which are updated year-round.
Chepstow is in Monmouthshire in south-east Wales and Chepstow Station is on the Gloucester to Newport Line. There are regular trains to Chepstow from Birmingham, Cardiff, Newport and Gloucester. A shuttle bus operates to and from the racecourse on race days.
Tickets
You can book your Chepstow admission tickets in advance online. Your basic admission ticket includes access to public bars and eateries as well as the parade ring. Premier Advance costs an extra £5 with access to the best bars and best views plus any live entertainment. There are staggered discounts for block bookings of more than ten, twenty or thirty tickets.
The Effect of the Draw
A high draw is favoured over the straight mile, especially on fast ground. There is no draw bias on the round course.
Contact and Location
Chepstow Racecourse, Chepstow, Monmouthshire NP16 6BE.
Official Website: https://www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk/
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- Route 1 (0.7 miles away)
Tel: +44 1291 630111 - First Call (1.2 miles away)
Tel: +44 1291 622777 - M&R (1.2 miles away)
Tel: +44 1291 624482
Places to Stay
- Castle View Hotel (1 mile away)
16 Bridge Street, Chepstow NP16 5EZ, UK
Tel: +44 1291 620349 - Beaufort Hotel (1.1 miles away)
Beaufort Square, Chepstow NP16 5EP, UK
Tel: +44 1291 622497 - George Hotel (1.1 miles away)
20 Moor Street, Chepstow NP16 5DB, UK
Tel: +44 1291 625363
Places to Eat
- Mythos Restaurant (0.8 miles away)
Welsh Street, Chepstow NP16 5LL, UK
Tel: +44 1291 627222 - stonerock (1 mile away)
9 Upper Church St, Chepstow, Chepstow NP16 5EX, UK
Tel: +44 1291 621616 - Sitar Balti (1.1 miles away)
Beaufort Square, St Mawr, Chepstow NP16 5EP, UK
Tel: +44 1291 627351