Pontefract Horse Racing Result Report — 17 September 2026

The turf track at Pontefract, situated in West Yorkshire, hosted a compelling afternoon of racing on 17 September 2026. Under Good conditions, the seven-race card provided plenty of action for those tracking the Pontefract results. Fans and punters looking for a detailed Pontefract report for the 17 September 2026 race results can find a comprehensive breakdown of the performances below.

Meeting Statistics

• The meeting saw an impressive favourite strike rate of 57%, indicating a strong day for the market leaders.
• Total runners: 56
• Average field size: 8 runners per race
• Biggest-priced winner: Devil's Brigade (IRE), 4.50, Nadeen Dawson Memorial Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)

Race-by-Race Results

• 2:08 – Go Racing In Yorkshire Future Stars Apprentice Handicap Stakes (6f): Won by Fiscal Policy (IRE), ridden by Harry Vigors and trained by Ruth Carr (3.25). Placed: Alpha Magic (0.2 lengths, 10.00), Good Karma (0.5 lengths, 5.00).
• 2:38 – Safe Point Sprint Novice Stakes (GBB Race) (6f): Won by Our Son Oscar (IRE), ridden by Shane Gray and trained by Kevin Ryan (1.67). Placed: What A Girl Wants (2.5 lengths, 5.50), World Star (5.5 lengths, 34.00).
• 3:08 – Napoleons Casino Bradford Handicap Stakes (GBBPlus Race) (12f): Won by Sea Lantern (GB), ridden by Rowan Scott and trained by Brian Ellison (2.62). Placed: Morbeh (4.5 lengths, 3.00), Traveling Man (1.25 lengths, 5.50).
• 3:38 – Nadeen Dawson Memorial Maiden Stakes (GBB Race) (8f): Won by Devil's Brigade (IRE), ridden by Rowan Scott and trained by Ed Dunlop (4.50). Placed: Fan Me (1.5 lengths, 2.10), Jetpack Jimmy (5 lengths, 201.00).
• 4:08 – Matty Bown Handicap Stakes (8f): Won by Venetian Lion (GB), ridden by Cieren Fallon and trained by William Haggas (3.75). Placed: Billyb (0.75 lengths, 12.00), Walsingham (1.75 lengths, 4.00).
• 4:38 – Donate To New Beginnings Horses At nbhorses.org.uk Handicap Stakes (17f): Won by Digger One (GB), ridden by Josephine Gordon and trained by Keiran Burke (3.50). Placed: No More Bolero (1.5 lengths, 4.00), An Bradan Feasa (0.75 lengths, 3.25).
• 5:08 – Pontefract Racecourse Racing Together Combatting Loneliness Handicap Stakes (10f): Won by Thunder Goddess (GB), ridden by Jason Watson and trained by Andrew Balding (4.50). Placed: Grindleton (4.75 lengths, 4.33), Rory's Gold (1.25 lengths, 9.50).

Trainers & Jockeys on the Day

In the jockey ranks, Rowan Scott led the way with 2 wins. The training honours were shared equally, with Ruth Carr, Kevin Ryan, Brian Ellison, Ed Dunlop, and William Haggas each securing 1 win during the meeting.

Insight

The punters had plenty to cheer about, with a dominant 57% favourite strike rate throughout the afternoon. Markets proved particularly accurate in the early stages, with Fiscal Policy, Our Son Oscar, and Sea Lantern all obliging for their respective supporters.

The most notable upset of the day occurred in the Nadeen Dawson Memorial Maiden Stakes, where Devil's Brigade proved to be the biggest-priced winner at 4.50, denying the odds-on favourite Fan Me. Conversely, favourites in the final two races were turned over, including An Bradan Feasa and Sunny Orange, providing a small window of opportunity for value hunters late in the card.

For full race breakdowns and analysis, visit the full Pontefract race results.