C3 | 46
Winner GBP £5,446 - 8 runners
2m 4f 118y
Going: Soft
Surface: T
Nicky Henderson often unleashes some of his better prospects at Newbury and NATIVEHILL (7) could prove just that. The gelded son of Flemensfirth won an Irish point-to-point back in April 2023 and looks like a smart recruit for powerful connections. BUCKNA (1) finished a good runner-up on hurdling debut at Ffos Las last month. Obvious claims with that experience under his belt. CAPTAIN BELLAMY (2) showed some decent form in jumpers flat races. Needs to be included. DE KINGPIN (3) cannot be left out of the equation.