The Glen Rovers claims Easter Classic prize

Lucy Wadham-trained outside defeats Willie Mullins' Gaucher to win £175k race at Newcastle
The Glen Rovers claims Easter Classic prize

The Glen Rovers ridden by Sean D Bowen (2nd right) on their way to winning the Midnite All-Weather Easter Classic Middle Distance Handicap at Newcastle. Picture: Richard Sellers/PA

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026 - 19:04
Nick Robson

The Glen Rovers sprang a 33-1 surprise in the Midnite All-Weather Easter Classic Middle Distance Handicap at Newcastle.

With £175,000 on offer a competitive field had assembled, including one from the all-conquering Willie Mullins yard in Gaucher, ridden by champion all-weather jockey Billy Loughnane.

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