Result · Newcastle · Saturday 21 February 2026
1:35 Newcastle result: Holly Bird wins the Costello's Cleaning Handicap Hurdle
Holly Bird won the 1:35 at Newcastle on Saturday 21 February 2026, beating Glory Hights by 5½ lengths. Ridden by Brian Hughes for trainer Sandy Thomson, the seven-year-old was sent off at 14/1 and covered the 2m4f62y on good to soft ground in 5m 8.71s. Drop Kick was a further 1 length back in third at 3/1. Non-finishers: Eire Street (pulled up), Our Laura B (pulled up), Boolamore Classic (pulled up), Top Flight Century (pulled up).
1:35 Newcastle full result: finishing order and SPs
Newcastle 1:35 returns
1:35 Newcastle result: FAQs
Who won the 1:35 at Newcastle on Saturday 21 February 2026?
Holly Bird, ridden by Brian Hughes and trained by Sandy Thomson, at a starting price of 14/1.
Did the favourite win?
No. Unleash The Beast, the 13/8 favourite, finished sixth, 24½ lengths behind the winner.
What was the winning time?
5m 8.71s over 2m4f62y on good to soft ground.




