🐾 Dog Of The Day: Coppice Saphire Set To Sparkle at Newcastle 7:11 – 20th November 2025
The talented Coppice Saphire, a consistent performer who is set to grace the track in the 7:11 race at Newcastle. With a strong pedigree and a record that speaks of both speed and grit, this black bitch is one to watch.
🌟 Coppice Saphire Profile
Attribute | Details |
Name | Coppice Saphire |
Colour & Sex | Black Bitch (bk b) |
Whelped | September 2022 |
Sire | Ballymac Cashout |
Dam | Art Of Illusion |
Trainer | J Fenwick |
Track/Date | Newcastle, November 20, 2025 |
Race Time | 7:11 PM (Approximate Greyhound Race Time) |
Distance | 480 m (Standard Trip) |
📊 Recent Racing Record
Coppice Saphire has shown she is a contender at this level, consistently finishing in the frame against quality opposition. Her most recent outing was a very encouraging run, demonstrating her ability to overcome adversity and challenge for the win right up to the line.
📈 Last Time Out: A Display of Determination
In her most recent recorded {A1} race over the 480m trip, Coppice Saphire put in a highly commendable performance, securing 2nd place:
Despite being crowded and forced to check at the quarter mark, a serious momentum killer for any greyhound, she recovered brilliantly to still challenge the winner, Coolavanny Ken, in the final stages. Her 4.68 split time, even after the check, is a testament to her starting speed and determination. Running just one length behind the winner with those troubles suggests she has the raw pace to take the top spot if she gets a clear run tonight.
We wish Coppice Saphire and Trainer J Fenwick the very best of luck in the 7:11 at Newcastle!
🏆 Race Analysis: Newcastle 19:11 – PGR on Sky Sports Stakes (A1)
The 19:11 race at Newcastle is an {A1} contest over the standard 480 m distance, attracting a competitive, albeit small, field of five runners. With £205 for the winner, it’s a high-class event where a clear break and early pace will be key.
🌟 Coppice Saphire – Dog Of The Day
Trap | Greyhound | Comment | Trainer (Strike Rate) |
2 | COPPICE SAPHIRE | Third run back from a long break. Holds a narrow advantage on the clock. | J J Fenwick (21.53%) |
Our “Dog Of The Day” is the likely favourite based on the comment “Holds a narrow advantage on the clock.” This indicates she has posted a faster time than her rivals when on-song.
The important factor is her fitness: “Third run back from a long break.” She is expected to be hitting peak fitness right now, which is a significant advantage. Her seeding as Middle in Trap 2 is generally favorable at Newcastle.
🔑 The Main Rivals
The biggest threats to Coppice Saphire come from Trap 4 and the other dog from the S. Caile kennel.
Trap | Greyhound | Trainer (Strike Rate) | Key Comment | Form Summary |
4 | MOANTEEN WEBBY | A Harrison (13.44%) | In with a fair shout. Likely to be in front at first bend. | Possesses exceptional early pace (“Very Quick Away”) and has posted top times in A1} company (Best time 28.57s). Recent runs include close 2nd places, being beaten only a short head and 4 lengths in his last two {A1} races. A major danger if he leads. |
1 | BALLYMAC BRIAR | S Caile (21.05%) | Won’t find things easy today. Unproven at this trip. | The comment is very cautious. While he is a strong dog (previously won in 28.93 s over 480 m at Newcastle), he has a mixed record and the current form is questionable. Drawn on the Rails in Trap 1. |
6 | DELVIN CAT | S Caile (21.05%) | Latest run best overlooked. Not so many demands placed on this one today. | An experienced dog who can go well when on-song. The “best overlooked” comment suggests better is expected after his last run. His Wide seed in Trap 6 should keep him clear of any bunching on the inside. |
3 | BALLYMAC CAMILLA | J J Fenwick (21.53%) | Second race back from long time off. Rarely breaks well. More required in this company. | This greyhound is still building fitness after a long layoff and her poor starting record makes winning an {A1} difficult, especially from a middle draw. |
💡 The Verdict
This looks like a straight shootout between Coppice Saphire (T2) and the early speed of Moanteen Webby (T4).
- Coppice Saphire has the class and is peaking in fitness. If she breaks well and sits close to the leader, her narrow clock advantage suggests she can finish the stronger.
- Moanteen Webby is known to be “Likely to be in front at first bend.” If he gets a clear lead, he will be very tough to pass.
The key to the race will be the first bend. The combination of Coppice Saphire’s superior time and improving fitness gives her a slight edge. She is tipped to get up late on the very fast starter, Moanteen Webby.
Tipped Winner: 2 Coppice Saphire
Forecast: 2-4
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