What horse racing was on 17 May 2014?

58 races across 8 meetings were run on 17 May 2014: Bangor-on-Dee (7 races), Doncaster (7 races), Maisons-Laffitte (FR) (8 races), Newbury (7 races), Newmarket (7 races), Punchestown (7 races), Thirsk (8 races) and Uttoxeter (7 races). That is Bangor-on-Dee, Doncaster, Newbury, Newmarket, Thirsk and Uttoxeter in Great Britain; Maisons-Laffitte (FR) in France; Punchestown in Ireland. KTB's archive covers British, Irish and French racing; every result and every runner from these meetings is on this page.

What was the going at each meeting on 17 May 2014?

Bangor-on-Dee: Good (Turf); Doncaster: Good (Turf); Maisons-Laffitte (FR): Good (Turf); Newbury: Good To Firm (Turf); Newmarket: Good To Firm (Turf); Punchestown: Good (Turf); Thirsk: Good (Turf); Uttoxeter: Good (Turf).

How did the favourites do on 17 May 2014?

Outright favourites won 24 of 54 on 17 May 2014 (44.4%); joint favourites won 3 of 8. £1 on every outright favourite would have staked £54.00 and returned £58.70 — a profit of £4.70. Across every race in KTB's archive, outright favourites win 34.2% of the time (96,834 of 283,117 favourites, as at 3 October 2026). The biggest-priced winner was Dutch Lady (GB) at 50/1 in the 6:20 Don't Miss 'Champagne Tuesday' 17th June Handicap at Thirsk.

What was the feature race on 17 May 2014?

The feature race was the 3:50 JLT Lockinge Stakes (British Champions Series) (Group 1) (Str) (Group 1) at Newbury, won by Olympic Glory (IRE) (11/8F).

What time was the first race on 17 May 2014?

The first race was the 11:30 Prix Pawneese at Maisons-Laffitte (FR); the last was the 8:50 Enjoy Staffordshire Standard Open NH Flat Race at Uttoxeter.

Racing Results

Saturday 17 May 2014

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58 races were run across 8 meetings on 17 May 2014: Bangor-on-Dee, Doncaster, Maisons-Laffitte (FR), Newbury, Newmarket, Punchestown, Thirsk and Uttoxeter.

Bangor-on-Dee Good · Turf · 7 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 5 of 7 · Biggest winner 12/1

1:55 Deva Racing Novices' Chase Chase · Class 4 · 2m 1f 110y · 5 ran
1. 11. Grumeti (GB)2/5 favWon by 9 lengths · J: Wayne Hutchinson · T: Alan King
2. 25. Fairyinthewind (IRE)33/1
3. 32. Seventh Sky (GER)6/1
2:30 H.n. Nuttall Ltd Novices' Handicap Hurdle Hurdle · Class 5 · 2m 4f · 7 ran
1. 16. Langarve Lady (IRE)10/3 favWon by 11 lengths · J: Conor Shoemark · T: Neil Mulholland
2. 21. Ultra Light (FR)9/2
3. 32. Verdasco (FR)7/2
3:05 Sharron Murgatroyd Handicap Chase Chase · Class 4 · 2m 4f 110y · 8 ran
1. 15. Hero De Villeneuve (FR)11/4 favWon by 2½ lengths · J: Brian Hughes · T: Robert Alan Hennessy
2. 27. Duaiseoir (IRE)10/1
3. 38. Allerton (IRE)10/1
3:40 Injured Jockeys Fund 50th Anniversary Handicap Hurdle Hurdle · Class 4 · 2m 1f · 9 ran
1. 15. Chalk It Down (IRE)11/10 favWon by 8 lengths · J: A P McCoy · T: Warren Greatrex
2. 21. Fantasy King (GB)9/1
3. 39. Gracchus (USA)14/1
4:15 Racing Uk 'national Hunt' Maiden Hurdle Hurdle · Class 4 · 2m 1f · 8 ran
1. 17. Handmaid (GB)6/5 favWon by 6 lengths · J: Jamie Moore · T: Peter Bowen
2. 25. Never Never (IRE)7/4
3. 32. Jaunty Inflight (GB)28/1
4:50 Bangorbet Handicap Chase Chase · Class 5 · 3m 110y · 12 ran
1. 111. Kilcascan (GB)12/1Won by a length · J: Ben Poste · T: Rosemary Gasson
2. 24. Taffy Thomas (GB)6/1
3. 37. Silent Cliche (IRE)22/1
4. PU10. Bringewood Belle (GB) · pulled up10/3 fav
5:20 Property & Thoroughbred Services Ltd Mares' Standard Open NH Flat Race NH Flat · Class 5 · 2m 1f · 10 ran
1. 15. Whatdoesthefoxsay (IRE)3/1Won by 5 lengths · J: A P McCoy · T: Donald McCain
2. 23. Quiet Candid (IRE)5/2 fav
3. 310. Wojciech (GB)9/1

Bangor-on-Dee racecourse statistics →

Doncaster Good · Turf · 7 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 2 of 7 · Biggest winner 10/1

5:25 Crownhotel-bawtry.com Apprentice Handicap Flat · Class 5 · 1m 4f · 18 ran
1. 11. Perfect Summer (IRE)11/4 favWon by 1¼ lengths · J: Louis Steward · T: Lady Cecil
2. 27. Saved By The Bell (IRE)12/1
3. 34. Gran Maestro (USA)9/1
5:55 Robinsons Of Bawtry Maiden Auction Stakes Flat · Class 5 · 5f · 8 ran
1. 11. Beauty Kingdom (IRE)10/11 favWon by 1¾ lengths · J: Tom Queally · T: Roger Varian
2. 25. Bahamian Sunrise (GB)10/1
3. 37. Indian Keys (GB)8/1
6:25 China Rose Of Bawtry Median Auction Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 5 · 6f · 9 ran
1. 12. Ella's Delight (IRE)4/1Won by a short head · J: Phillip Makin · T: Martin Todhunter
2. 23. Broadway Ranger (IRE)13/2
3. 38. Dancing Angel (GB)8/1
4. 67. Royal Connoisseur (IRE)3/1 fav
7:00 Fine & Country Bawtry Handicap (Rnd) Flat · Class 3 · 1m · 5 ran
1. 14. Spark Plug (IRE)5/1Won by a neck · J: Tom Queally · T: Brian Meehan
2. 21. Free Code (IRE)10/1
3. 35. Man Of Harlech (GB)8/11 fav
7:30 Caviars Of Bawtry Fillies' Handicap Flat · Class 3 · 1m 2f 60y · 6 ran
1. 16. Cosseted (GB)5/2Won by 3½ lengths · J: Shane Kelly · T: James Fanshawe
2. 22. Sea Meets Sky (FR)7/4 fav
3. 34. Missed Call (IRE)3/1
8:05 Incognito's Dressy Dames Handicap Flat · Class 4 · 6f · 17 ran
1. 18. Duke Cosimo (GB)10/1Won by half a length · J: Graham Gibbons · T: David Barron
2. 213. Commanche (GB)10/1
3. 36. Time And Place (GB)8/1
4. 79. Orbit The Moon (IRE)5/1 fav
8:35 Walsh West Handicap Flat · Class 4 · 7f · 11 ran
1. 18. Basil Berry (GB)8/1Won by a head · J: Ben Curtis · T: Chris Dwyer
2. 211. Wilde Inspiration (IRE)33/1
3. 33. Captain Midnight (IRE)16/1
4. 42. Finn Class (IRE)2/1 fav

Doncaster racecourse statistics →

Maisons-Laffitte (FR) Good · Turf · 8 races · France

Outright favs won 6 of 8 · Biggest winner 121/10

11:30 Prix Pawneese (Conditions) (2yo Fillies) (Turf) Flat · 6f · 6 ran
1. 11. Sivoliere (IRE)1/5 favWon by 1½ lengths · J: Christophe Soumillon · T: J-C Rouget
2. 26. Princess Charm (IRE)63/10
3. 32. Ma Ptite Sarah (FR)13/2
12:00 Prix Riverman (Conditions) (2yo Colts & Geldings) (Turf) Flat · 6f · 12 ran
1. 12. Stefochop (FR)9/5 favWon by 4½ lengths · J: Christophe-Patrice Lemaire · T: F Chappet
2. 212. Grand Argentier (FR)9/1
3. 35. Monsieur Royal (FR)34/1
12:30 Prix Margouillat (Conditions) (3yo Colts & Geldings) (Turf) Flat · 1m4½f · 6 ran
1. 17. Doumaran (FR)6/4 favWon by a length · J: Christophe Soumillon · T: A De Royer-Dupre
2. 23. Ataman Ermak (IRE)2/1
3. 31. Bal De France (FR)68/10
1:00 Prix Luth de Saron (Conditions) (3yo Fillies) (Turf) Flat · 1m4½f · 7 ran
1. 15. Dolniya (FR)2/5 favWon by 2½ lengths · J: Christophe Soumillon · T: A De Royer-Dupre
2. 21. Discrete (FR)12/1
3. 36. Legende Bleue (GB)13/1
1:30 Prix Rieur (Maiden) (3yo Colts & Geldings) (Turf) Flat · 1m 2f · 10 ran
1. 11. Dauran (IRE)1/2 favWon by 1½ lengths · J: Christophe Soumillon · T: A De Royer-Dupre
2. 25. Baroudar (FR)58/10
3. 37. Smart Whip (FR)28/1
2:08 Prix d'Auxerre (Handicap) (4yo) (Turf) Flat · 1m4½f · 17 ran
1. 13. West Of Venus (USA)84/10Won by a head · J: Olivier Peslier · T: J E Pease
2. 211. Mille Et Mille (GB)9/1
3. 313. Chene Boppe (FR)16/1
4. 31. Theophilos (FR)6/1
5. 155. Roi Charles (FR)53/10 fav
2:40 Prix Hildegarde (Maiden) (3yo Fillies) (Turf) Flat · 1m 2f · 8 ran
1. 11. Saraaba (IRE)13/10 favWon by a nose · J: Thierry Jarnet · T: F Head
2. 23. Yonna (FR)48/10
3. 35. Momo No Sekku (FR)48/10
3:10 Prix de Troyes (Handicap) (4yo) (Turf) Flat · 1m4½f · 17 ran
1. 116. Paulo The Best (FR)121/10Won by half a length · J: Pierre-Charles Boudot · T: Y-M Porzier
2. 210. Haya Kan (FR)18/1
3. 313. Turn In Grey (FR)10/1
4. 114. Okto Des Mottes (FR)7/2 fav

Maisons-Laffitte racecourse statistics →

Newbury Good To Firm · Turf · 7 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 1 of 6 · Biggest winner 11/1

1:30 Betfred Play 10 Million Scoop6 Today EBF Stallions Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 4 · 1m 2f 6y · 16 ran
1. 13. Connecticut (GB)3/1Won by three-quarters of a length · J: Andrea Atzeni · T: Luca Cumani
2. 214. Smiling Stranger (IRE)12/1
3. 36. Mange All (GB)11/4 fav
2:05 JLT Aston Park Stakes (Listed) Flat · Class 1 · 1m 5f 61y · 7 ran
1. 18. Mount Athos (IRE)7/2Won by a length · J: Jamie Spencer · T: Marco Botti
2. 26. Forgotten Voice (IRE)5/1
3. 35. First Mohican (GB)11/1
4. 71. Battalion (IRE)15/8 fav
2:40 Betfred Astronomical 10 Million Scoop6 Today Handicap (Str) Flat · Class 2 · 7f · 11 ran
1. 12. Chil The Kite (GB)8/1Won by 2 lengths · J: George Baker · T: Hughie Morrison
2. 23. Fort Knox (GB)8/1
3. 313. Dream Walker (FR)16/1
4. 58. Bronze Angel (IRE)4/1 fav
3:15 Betfred London Gold Cup (Handicap) Flat · Class 2 · 1m 2f 6y · 8 ran
1. 14. Cannock Chase (USA)11/4 jt-favWon by 1¼ lengths · J: Ryan Moore · T: Sir Michael Stoute
2. 23. Windshear (GB)11/4 jt-fav
3. 31. Extra Noble (GB)8/1
3:50 JLT Lockinge Stakes (British Champions Series) (Group 1) (Str) Flat · Class 1 · 1m · 8 ran
1. 14. Olympic Glory (IRE)11/8 favWon by 2¼ lengths · J: Frankie Dettori · T: Richard Hannon
2. 27. Tullius (IRE)9/2
3. 38. Verrazano (USA)7/1
4:25 JLT Asia Maiden Stakes (Str) Flat · Class 4 · 7f · 14 ran
1. 19. Skaters Waltz (IRE)11/1Won by a neck · J: Luke Morris · T: Paul Cole
2. 210. Telefono (GB)16/1
3. 31. Between Wickets (GB)8/1
4. 42. Bon Voyage (GB)5/2 fav
5:00 Follow Scoop6 At totepoolliveinfo.com Fillies' Handicap (Str) Flat · Class 4 · 7f · 13 ran
1. 13. Aertex (IRE)11/2Won by three-quarters of a length · J: Richard Hughes · T: Richard Hannon
2. 210. Token Of Love (GB)7/4 fav
3. 312. Venus Grace (GB)25/1

Newbury racecourse statistics →

Newmarket Good To Firm · Turf · 7 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 3 of 6 · Biggest winner 20/1

1:45 Joe Breen And Sarah Morris Memorial Handicap Flat · Class 4 · 7f · 12 ran
1. 18. Front Page News (GB)20/1Won by 2 lengths · J: Frederik Tylicki · T: Robert Eddery
2. 22. Shaolin (IRE)5/1
3. 312. Sheikh The Reins (IRE)11/1
4. 54. Jack Of Diamonds (IRE)9/2 fav
2:20 Triconnex Handicap Flat · Class 2 · 1m 6f · 9 ran
1. 17. Lord Van Percy (GB)11/4 favWon by 3¼ lengths · J: David Probert · T: Andrew Balding
2. 23. Blue Wave (IRE)14/1
3. 32. Tropical Beat (GB)9/2
2:55 Tamdown King Charles II Stakes (Listed) Flat · Class 1 · 7f · 10 ran
1. 15. Coulsty (IRE)16/1Won by half a length · J: Sean Levey · T: Richard Hannon
2. 28. Toofi (FR)9/2
3. 39. Windfast (IRE)11/1
4. 47. Parbold (IRE)3/1 fav
3:30 coral.co.uk Sprint Trophy (Handicap) Flat · Class 2 · 6f · 12 ran
1. 15. Eastern Impact (IRE)14/1Won by three-quarters of a length · J: Frederik Tylicki · T: Richard Fahey
2. 210. Fear Or Favour (IRE)11/2
3. 37. Flying Tourbillon (GB)3/1 fav
4:05 Tamdown Fairway Stakes (Listed) Flat · Class 1 · 1m 2f · 5 ran
1. 13. Pinzolo (GB)5/4 favWon by 2 lengths · J: Silvestre De Sousa · T: Charlie Appleby
2. 22. Master Carpenter (IRE)7/2
3. 35. Truth Or Dare (GB)8/1
4:40 Tamdown Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 4 · 1m · 11 ran
1. 110. Yuften (GB)10/11 favWon by 7 lengths · J: Andrea Atzeni · T: William Haggas
2. 27. Newton's Law (IRE)9/1
3. 36. Mr Greenspan (USA)12/1
5:15 Tamdown Group Handicap Flat · Class 3 · 1m 4f · 7 ran
1. 11. Miner's Lamp (IRE)5/2 jt-favWon by half a length · J: William Buick · T: Charlie Appleby
2. 23. Alex My Boy (IRE)5/1
3. 32. Talmada (USA)5/2 jt-fav

Newmarket racecourse statistics →

Punchestown Good · Turf · 7 races · Ireland

Outright favs won 3 of 7 · Biggest winner 33/1

2:10 Kildare Hunt Club Supporting Kildare Gaa Maiden Hurdle Hurdle · 2m · 24 ran
1. 114. Fourni (IRE)33/1Won by 4½ lengths · J: Mark Walsh · T: W McCreery
2. 28. Marchese Marconi (IRE)11/8 fav
3. 312. Elsie (IRE)7/1
2:45 Musgrave Supervalu Supporting Kildare Gaa Maiden Hurdle Hurdle · 3m · 18 ran
1. 14. Bless N'ject (IRE)5/2 favWon by 2 lengths · J: Paul Townend · T: W P Mullins
2. 219. Star Power (IRE)9/2
3. 35. Bold Conquest (IRE)8/1
3:20 Haven Hire Supporting Kildare Gaa Handicap Hurdle (80-102) Hurdle · 3m · 23 ran
1. 113. Abolitionist (IRE)12/1Won by half a length · J: Brian Hayes · T: John Joseph Hanlon
2. 212. Easy Vic (IRE)12/1
3. 32. Wandering Aengus (GB)4/1
4. 47. Vasco Du Mee (FR)7/2 fav
3:55 Brady Family Ham Supporting Kildare Gaa Handicap Chase Chase · 2m · 8 ran
1. 12. Art Of Logistics (IRE)2/1 favWon by 2 lengths · J: Mark Enright · T: D T Hughes
2. 21. Mallowney (IRE)3/1
3. 33. Followmeuptocarlow (IRE)7/2
4:30 Agnelli Motor Park Jeep Cherokee Supporting Kildare Gaa Beginners Chase Chase · 2m · 7 ran
1. 12. Howwoulduno (IRE)6/1Won by half a length · J: Andrew J McNamara · T: Liam Lennon
2. 26. Steps To Freedom (IRE)4/7 fav
3. 31. Butney Rock (GB)16/1
5:05 Laois Hire Supporting Kildare Gaa Handicap Chase (0-109) Chase · 3m · 14 ran
1. 17. Knockanarrigan (IRE)6/4 favWon by 6 lengths · J: Mark Enright · T: D T Hughes
2. 21. Chestnut Charlie (IRE)16/1
3. 310. Glenwood For Ever (IRE)20/1
5:40 Representatives Supporting Kildare Gaa Flat Race NH Flat · 2m · 16 ran
1. 19. Mr Diablo (IRE)13/2Won by 13 lengths · J: Ms K Walsh · T: J P Dempsey
2. 212. Sir Scorpion (IRE)9/4 fav
3. 32. Blueberry Hill (IRE)20/1

Punchestown racecourse statistics →

Thirsk Good · Turf · 8 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 2 of 8 · Biggest winner 50/1

2:15 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden Fillies' Stakes (Div 1) Flat · Class 4 · 5f · 9 ran
1. 14. Harry's Dancer (IRE)14/1Won by 5 lengths · J: Ian Brennan · T: John Quinn
2. 29. Zeela (IRE)13/8 fav
3. 32. Clodovil Doll (IRE)10/1
2:50 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden Fillies' Stakes (Div 2) Flat · Class 4 · 5f · 7 ran
1. 17. Secret Liaison (IRE)7/4 favWon by half a length · J: Paul Mulrennan · T: James Tate
2. 24. Lily Moreton (IRE)8/1
3. 39. Tarando (GB)4/1
3:25 Happy Birthday Mike Wood Handicap Flat · Class 4 · 5f · 15 ran
1. 13. Tumblewind (GB)6/1Won by 1½ lengths · J: George Chaloner · T: Richard Whitaker
2. 29. Bronze Beau (GB)16/1
3. 31. Imperial Legend (IRE)9/1
4. 55. Lastchancelucas (GB)7/2 fav
4:00 Marion Gibson Brown Memorial Handicap Flat · Class 4 · 1m · 14 ran
1. 15. Llanarmon Lad (IRE)16/1Won by 1¼ lengths · J: Paul Pickard · T: Brian Ellison
2. 23. Escape To Glory (USA)10/1
3. 38. Capaill Liath (IRE)14/1
4. 76. Eutropius (IRE)3/1 fav
4:35 Market Cross Jewellers Handicap Flat · Class 3 · 6f · 11 ran
1. 12. Barkston Ash (GB)7/1Won by 3¼ lengths · J: Jason Hart · T: Eric Alston
2. 24. Robot Boy (IRE)7/2 fav
3. 37. Lewisham (GB)40/1
5:10 Weatherbys Private Banking Handicap Flat · Class 2 · 5f · 11 ran
1. 13. Noble Storm (USA)16/1Won by 2¾ lengths · J: Jason Hart · T: Ed McMahon
2. 28. Pearl Acclaim (IRE)11/2
3. 310. Da'quonde (IRE)11/1
4. 69. Kimberella (GB)13/8 fav
5:45 Yorkshire Outdoors Adventure Experiences Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 5 · 1m 4f · 14 ran
1. 11. Air Pilot (GB)5/4 favWon by a nose · J: Graham Gibbons · T: Ralph Beckett
2. 210. Ruwasi (GB)6/1
3. 315. Miss Tree (GB)14/1
6:20 Don't Miss 'Champagne Tuesday' 17th June Handicap Flat · Class 6 · 1m · 16 ran
1. 116. Dutch Lady (GB)50/1Won by half a length · J: Paddy Mathers · T: John Holt
2. 21. Starlight Serenade (GB)3/1 fav
3. 37. Tamayuz Magic (IRE)9/1

Thirsk racecourse statistics →

Uttoxeter Good · Turf · 7 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 2 of 5 · Biggest winner 20/1

5:35 Pektron Novices' Hurdle Hurdle · Class 4 · 2m 4f 110y · 5 ran
1. 15. Shubaat (GB)5/6 favWon by 57 lengths · J: Sam Twiston-Davies · T: John Ferguson
2. 24. Johns Luck (IRE)50/1
3. 32. Freddie Mael Duin (GB)16/1
6:10 Abode Estate Agents Handicap Hurdle Hurdle · Class 5 · 2m · 12 ran
1. 11. Fairy Alisha (GB)20/1Won by 6 lengths · J: Josh Wall · T: Trevor Wall
2. 28. Jaja De Jau (GB)7/2 fav
3. 310. Auto Mac (GB)40/1
6:40 Enjoy Staffordshire Handicap Hurdle Hurdle · Class 5 · 2m 4f 110y · 10 ran
1. 17. Agent Louise (GB)16/1Won by a head · J: Adam Nicol · T: Mike Sowersby
2. 24. Barton Heather (GB)8/1
3. 31. Lucky Lukey (GB)3/1 jt-fav
7:15 Sir Stanley Clarke Memorial Handicap Chase Chase · Class 4 · 2m · 8 ran
1. 13. Alwaystheoptimist (GB)6/1Won by 16 lengths · J: Kielan Woods · T: Phil Middleton
2. 27. Manger Hanagment (IRE)14/1
3. 32. Spock (FR)15/2
4. F1. Cap Elorn (FR) · fell11/4 fav
7:45 Abacus Decorators Mares' Handicap Hurdle Hurdle · Class 4 · 3m · 8 ran
1. 17. Gaye Memories (GB)8/1Won by 4 lengths · J: Harry Skelton · T: Dan Skelton
2. 26. Cove (IRE)11/4 fav
3. 31. Too Generous (GB)10/3
8:20 Towergate Insurance Handicap Chase Chase · Class 5 · 2m 6f 110y · 9 ran
1. 11. Best Boy Barney (IRE)7/2 jt-favWon by a length · J: Matt Griffiths · T: Jeremy Scott
2. 22. Noble Witness (IRE)6/1
3. 37. Qualypso D'allier (FR)4/1
8:50 Enjoy Staffordshire Standard Open NH Flat Race NH Flat · Class 6 · 2m · 5 ran
1. 15. Forever Field (IRE)4/9 favWon by 1½ lengths · J: A P McCoy · T: Nicky Henderson
2. 24. Vesuvhill (FR)8/1
3. 31. Apples And Trees (IRE)4/1

Uttoxeter racecourse statistics →

The day in numbers

From the stored results of 58 races. A favourite here is the outright favourite at starting price — the shortest SP with no other horse at that price; joint favourites are counted separately.

Outright favourites24 of 54 won44.4% · 54 races had one
The long run34.2% winOutright favourites across every race in our archive — 96,834 of 283,117, as at 3 October 2026
£1 on every outright favouriteA profit of £4.70Staked £54.00, returned £58.70 at SP
Biggest-priced winnerDutch Lady (GB) 50/1The 6:20 Don't Miss 'Champagne Tuesday' 17th June Handicap at Thirsk
Joint favourites3 of 8 won37.5% · 4 races had joint favourites

Meeting	Fav won	Fav ran	Races	Joint
Bangor-on-Dee	5	7	7	—
Doncaster	2	7	7	—
Maisons-Laffitte (FR)	6	8	8	—
Newbury	1	6	7	1 of 2 won
Newmarket	3	6	7	1 of 2 won
Punchestown	3	7	7	—
Thirsk	2	8	8	—
Uttoxeter	2	5	7	1 of 4 won

One day is a tiny sample; the long-run line is the comparison. Figures are facts from the result, not a tip.

Quick answers

What horse racing was on 17 May 2014?: 58 races across 8 meetings were run on 17 May 2014: Bangor-on-Dee (7 races), Doncaster (7 races), Maisons-Laffitte (FR) (8 races), Newbury (7 races), Newmarket (7 races), Punchestown (7 races), Thirsk (8 races) and Uttoxeter (7 races). That is Bangor-on-Dee, Doncaster, Newbury, Newmarket, Thirsk and Uttoxeter in Great Britain; Maisons-Laffitte (FR) in France; Punchestown in Ireland. KTB's archive covers British, Irish and French racing; every result and every runner from these meetings is on this page.
What was the going at each meeting on 17 May 2014?: Bangor-on-Dee: Good (Turf); Doncaster: Good (Turf); Maisons-Laffitte (FR): Good (Turf); Newbury: Good To Firm (Turf); Newmarket: Good To Firm (Turf); Punchestown: Good (Turf); Thirsk: Good (Turf); Uttoxeter: Good (Turf).
How did the favourites do on 17 May 2014?: Outright favourites won 24 of 54 on 17 May 2014 (44.4%); joint favourites won 3 of 8. £1 on every outright favourite would have staked £54.00 and returned £58.70 — a profit of £4.70. Across every race in KTB's archive, outright favourites win 34.2% of the time (96,834 of 283,117 favourites, as at 3 October 2026). The biggest-priced winner was Dutch Lady (GB) at 50/1 in the 6:20 Don't Miss 'Champagne Tuesday' 17th June Handicap at Thirsk.
What was the feature race on 17 May 2014?: The feature race was the 3:50 JLT Lockinge Stakes (British Champions Series) (Group 1) (Str) (Group 1) at Newbury, won by Olympic Glory (IRE) (11/8F).
What time was the first race on 17 May 2014?: The first race was the 11:30 Prix Pawneese at Maisons-Laffitte (FR); the last was the 8:50 Enjoy Staffordshire Standard Open NH Flat Race at Uttoxeter.