Towcester Greyhound Racing Tips: Thursday 7 May 2026
Towcester hosts 12 races on Thursday 7 May, with the first race at 14:36 and the finale at 18:02. This Northamptonshire sand-track venue is renowned for its stayers' card, and the feature races showcase competitive A-grade and staying-distance contests.
Race 17:24 - A3 Grade, 500m
Runners:
- Trap 1: Makeit Walter (D, 1y, F Gray)
- Trap 2: Salacresvictoria (B, 1y, P Harnden)
- Trap 3: In My Life (B, 2y, M P Brown)
- Trap 4: Adamant Finn (D, 1y, P Swadden)
- Trap 5: Bossy Bullet (B, 3y, M P Brown)
NAP: In My Life, Trap 3. This bitch has compiled an excellent recent record at Towcester over A3 distance, finishing 1st, 2nd, 2nd, and 2nd in her last four outings at this track and grade. Most recently (2 May, Doncaster, OR 483m) she ran 3rd, showing she remains sharp at Open level. Her form string reads 32221, indicating sustained consistency. From Trap 3 she has raced well, and whilst Towcester's 500m shows a slight advantage to Trap 1 (21% win rate) and Trap 6 (21%), the middle traps (3 - 4) offer balanced positioning. In My Life's quick-away and run-on attributes suit a 500m trip, and she has won from Trap 2 at this grade before. Strong each-way candidate in forecast markets.
Race 18:02 - A4 Grade, 500m
Runners:
- Trap 1: Ballycowen Lil (B, 3y, P Swadden)
- Trap 2: Dealmaker (D, 4y, S Rayner)
- Trap 3: Eagles Rest (B, 4y, P Dolby)
- Trap 4: Vinegarhill Blue (D, 3y, A Ioannou)
- Trap 6: Chelms Jacob (D, 4y, P Harnden)
NAP: Dealmaker, Trap 2. Dealmaker has been in excellent A5 form, recording back-to-back wins most recently (28 April, Trap 3, 1st by 1ยผ; 16 April, Trap 3, 1st by head). His form string reads 13213, showing three wins in five recent starts. He snaps leads well and comes off the rails impressively. Racing into A4 (a step up in class), he faces stiffer competition, but his ability to settle mid-trap and close home late is ideal for Towcester's 500m. From Trap 2 he'll have good access to the middle line and avoids congestion into the first bend. Eagles Rest is a threat (1st on 30 April at A5), but Dealmaker's consistent fast finishing makes him the play here.
Race 16:28 - A5 Grade, 500m
Runners:
- Trap 1: Salacres Elmejor (D, 3y, P Harnden)
- Trap 2: Sovereign Poppy (B, 3y, J A Knape)
- Trap 3: Hesdaguvnor (D, 1y, M P Brown)
- Trap 4: Savana Moo (B, 4y, A Welch)
- Trap 5: Mums Image (D, 2y, N J Deas)
- Trap 6: Ballycleary Bono (D, 3y, D Porter)
NAP: Sovereign Poppy, Trap 2. Sovereign Poppy took victory on 30 April at A6 from Trap 2, and boasts a form string of 12242. Her recent win (1st by ยพ, quick away and led to run-in) signals renewed sharpness. She has been racing consistently at this grade and has finished 2nd and 4th in three recent outings, suggesting she remains competitive. Towcester's Trap 2 has an 18% win rate on 500m, which is respectable. She holds a track-form advantage over most rivals, and her quick-away trait suits the sand surface. Salacres Elmejor is a capable rival, but Poppy's recent victory and in-and-out style make her the standout selection.
Race 17:43 - A6 Grade, 500m
Runners:
- Trap 1: Salacres Monet (B, 3y, P Harnden)
- Trap 2: Runlike Skippy (D, 1y, P Swadden)
- Trap 3: League Ofhis Own (D, 4y, P Swadden)
- Trap 4: Amka Bruce (D, 2y, D Jeans)
- Trap 5: Happy Ever After (B, 5y, P Dolby)
- Trap 6: Moredramakirstie (B, 3y, A Welch)
NAP: Runlike Skippy, Trap 2. Runlike Skippy has recorded two wins from his last three runs at A7 (25 April, 1st by ยฝ, snap led to run-in; 16 April, 1st by 2ยผ, early lead). His form string reads 51241, and whilst he drops into A6 for this race, his recent victories and trend upwards suggest he remains a strong prospect. From Trap 2, he can break quick and utilise his snap-lead strength. Towcester's 500m slightly favours inside traps, and Skippy's rails-to-middle early run suits this track character. Salacres Monet (Trap 1, 3rd on 1 May at A6) is a danger, but Skippy's current winning rhythm and Trap 2 positioning make him the preferable choice.
Meeting Overview
Thursday's 12-race card features a mix of A3 to A6 grades across 500m trips, playing to Towcester's reputation as a stayers' specialist. No sprint or hurdle races feature. The field sizes range from five to six runners, typical for A-grade racing at this venue. Track bias data (60-day sample, 356 races) shows Trap 1 and Trap 6 both hold 21% win rates on 500m; Trap 2 records 18%, making middle and outer traps broadly competitive.
Punters' Note
Check starting prices 10 - 15 minutes before each race. Betfair, Bet365, SkyBet, and William Hill all offer strong greyhound markets. Forecast betting (1st and 2nd in order) is popular and offers value on races with mixed form; consider reverse forecasts (both orders pay) for races where two dogs seem closely matched. Early data from Towcester's recent racing suggests consistent trap bias, so monitor any late draw changes.