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FIRST RACE 12.55 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402.

(Penalty Value £4193.42) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (27 wins from 262 runners, 10%) runs TOUR OVALIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs DOYEN QUEST FANCY THAT: Chris Honour won this race in 2021 and 2022. The stable runs SPICE HEAVEN today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SPICE HEAVEN trained by Chris Honour, Ashburton, 107 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

It was disappointing to see STEEL ALLY drop out so tamely at Ffos Las last month but he’s well worth another chance in view of his hurdles debut promise at the same course. The forecast better ground here should help and he will hopefully settle better this time, too. Point winner Totowolfe shaped pretty well on his Rules debut at Exeter and he gets the nod ahead of Gower Prince and the hat-trick seeking Easy To Follow for forecast purposes.

1-2-3: 1.STEEL ALLY (FR) 2.TOTOWOLFE 3.GOWER PRINCE KEY colours

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EASY TO FOLLOW (IRE) (35) 242-311

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11-7

B m Arcadio (GER) - Wings At Dawn (IRE) Luke Scott (5) Foxtrot Racing Easy To Follow Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Br Mr James O’Loughlin Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEWMade the frame all 4 starts in points and though safely held when third on Rules debut in Sedgefield bumper, she’s since won both starts over hurdles at Uttoxeter and Fontwell (both at around 2 1/2m under testing conditions). Likeable type but this drop in trip is of dubious benefit.

TFRHHHII BHA116

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DIAMATISTE (IRE) (15) 444

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Grammatiste (FR) Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens Br Ms Amy Collins

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11-2

Ben Godfrey (3) Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne The Firehouse Somerset

TIMEFORM VIEWFourth both starts in points and finished in the same position in a 10-runner Exeter novice (16.7f, heavy) on recent Rules debut. Ability is clearly there but sizeable step forward will be needed if he’s to emerge on top here. TFRHHIII BHA-

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DOYEN QUEST (IRE) (34) U/-106 D

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Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Queen of Questions (IRE) Harry Skelton Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Denis Hoban Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW In command when saddle slipped and unseated rider in sole point and made a successful bumper debut for new stable at Ffos Las in November.

Wasn’t disgraced when sixth of 15 starting out over hurdles at Exeter (16.7f, heavy) last time but will need to step up on that if he’s to get competitive here. TFRHHHII BHA-

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FREDDY BOY (GB) (372) 0/PP-

B g Midnight Legend - Aster (IRE) Mr P. J. Cave Br P. J. Cave

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11-2

James Martin (7) David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

TIMEFORM VIEW Very green when well held in a Huntingdon bumper in March, and having had a wind op, he’s offered little in 2 starts over hurdles. Now tried in a hood.

TFRHIIII BHA-

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GET THE VALUE (IRE) (48) 32-40

B g Getaway (GER) - Valsugana (IRE) The Cross Racing Club Br A. P. Heskin Ltd

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11-2

Nick Scholfield John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form in first 2 of his 3 starts in bumpers but there were very few positives to take from his hurdles debut display when returning from a 6-month absence at Hereford in November. TFRHIIII BHA-

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GOWER PRINCE (GB) (38) 4/00-56

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Lady Karinga Jan Johnson & YorGunnaBeLucky Syndicate Br T. A. Harman

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11-2

Finn Lambert (5) Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham The Towers Hotel & Spa

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit on the first of 3 starts in bumpers for Matt Sheppard but too free both starts over hurdles for new yard since returning from a 13-month absence. Wouldn’t be the greatest of surprises were he to leave that form behind in due course. TFRHHHII BHA-

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PARSONS STONE (IRE) (263) 4/006-

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Tetou (IRE) Mrs V. James Br Mr J. P. Dwan

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11-2

Sean Houlihan Robert Stephens, Caldicot Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted at ability, initially on debut in a Worcester bumper back in 2021 and most recently on hurdles bow over this C&D last April. However, this assignment demands a big step forward. TFRHIIII BHA-

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STEEL ALLY (FR) (35) 250-2P BF

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Poprock du Berlais (FR) Walters Plant Hire Ltd Br Pierre Morruzzi & Philippe Morruzzi

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11-2

Sam Twiston-Davies Sam Thomas, Cardiff

TIMEFORM VIEWShowed plenty when runner-up on debut in a bumper here early last season, and he was unlucky not to make a winning start over hurdles at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) in November (landed very awkwardly at the last). Proved a let-down over the same C&D since but he’s surely worth another chance. TFRHHHHH BHA-

TOTOWOLFE (GB) (26) P/P1-5

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B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Miss Sophierose (IRE) Thorne Farm Racing Ltd Br Mr P Fisher, Mr W Fisher & Mr C. Austin

David Noonan Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Junction 24 Ltd

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TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who shaped as if he’d be better for the run when fifth of 16 in maiden hurdle at Exeter (16.7f, heavy) on Rules debut last month, finishing tired. Likely to improve. TFRHHHII BHA-

VALENS BRUYEE (IRE) (38) 40P

B g Sageburg (IRE) - The Right Thing (IRE) Orion Racing Br Danny Doran

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Ben Jones Rebecca Curtis, Newport William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t shape at all badly when fourth of 7 on debut in the Ffos Las bumper won by Doyen Quest but there have not been any positives to take from his efforts over hurdles thus far. TFRHIIII BHA-

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BARBIE GIRLZ (IRE) (17) 046

B m Mount Nelson - Pride of The Braid (IRE) Mr E. W. Lewis Br Brucetown Farms Ltd

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10-9

Shane Quinlan (3) Katy Price, Llanigon Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form in a couple of Irish bumpers (remote fourth second occasion) and predictably struggled on hurdles debut for new yard in a listed event at Taunton. TFRHIIII BHA-

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COUNTESS VICKY (GB) (-)

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B m Arvico (FR) - Countess Susy Mr P. Dando Br Phillip C. Dando

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Conor Ring (3) Phillip Dando, Peterston-Super-Ely

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited appeal on paper and probably best watched unless the betting suggests otherwise.

TFRHIIII BHA-

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ELUSIVENESS (IRE) (26) 06

Br m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Cute Cait The Exmoor High Hopes Br Peter Bergin

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10-9

Lorcan Williams Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEWHinted at ability on debut in a bumper and did so again when sixth of 16 in an Exeter novice hurdle (16.7f, heavy) last month, finishing with running left. Still, she’s probably more one for handicaps further down the line. TFRHHIII BHA-

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SPICE HEAVEN (GB) (263) 00-

B m Telescope (IRE) - La Doelenaise The Best Kept Secret Syndicate Br Shade Oak Stud & Bryan Mayoh

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10-9

Bryan Carver Chris Honour, Ashburton Cotswold Stone Supplies

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in a couple of bumpers for Jamie Snowden. Hood enlisted for this debut for new yard/hurdles bow.

TFRHIIII BHA-

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TOUR OVALIE (FR) (35) 4-265

B m Kamsin (GER) - Tour Ambition (FR) Aircraft Tool Hire Ltd Br Mr Andre Duboe

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10-9

Adam Wedge Evan Williams, Llancarfan Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWProgressive in bumpers, sixth of 15 to in listed event at Cheltenham in November. Beaten a long way on subsequent hurdles debut at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) and she’s another who may be seen in a better light when handicapping later on.

TFRHHIII BHA-

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SNOW FORECAST (GB) (228)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Snow Ballerina Ruffles Winter Racing Club Br Gestut Gorlsdorf

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10-3

Alan Johns Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in handful of runs for Jonathan Portman on the Flat and will need to prove an entirely different proposition now switched to hurdles for new yard if he’s to get competitive.

TFRHIIII BHA2023:MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 16 Hood worn first time by No. 4, 14. Hood worn by No. 6, 7.

Stewards Note: GET THE VALUE: Following its run on 29/11/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

STEEL ALLY: Following its run on 12/12/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Steel Ally (FR), 11-2 Easy To Follow (IRE), 8-1 Gower Prince (GB), 17-2 Doyen Quest (IRE), 12-1 Totowolfe (GB), 16-1 Tour Ovalie (FR), 22-1 Diamatiste (IRE), 28-1 Elusiveness (IRE), 33-1 Get The Value (IRE), 50-1 Snow Forecast (GB), 100-1 Parsons Stone (IRE), Valens Bruyee (IRE), 200-1 Barbie Girlz (IRE), Spice Heaven (GB), 250-1 Countess Vicky (GB), 300-1 Freddy Boy (GB)

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SECOND RACE 1.30 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 98YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591, 5th £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77) Weights raised 16lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Twiston-Davies (12 wins from 76 runners, 16%) runs BALLYCAMUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Lacey (3 wins from 6 runners, 50%) runs BIG BLUE MOON LONGEST TRAVELLER: SPEECH BUBBLE trained by Noel Williams, Blewbury, 77 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

C&D winner BALLYCAMUS returns to an easier grade and can register his second success over fences. Chase debutant Big Blue Moon may provide the chief threat.

1-2-3: 1.BALLYCAMUS (IRE) 2.BIG BLUE MOON 3.KINGS KEEPER (IRE) KEY colours

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SPEECH BUBBLE (IRE) (648) 62/2120/-

9 11-10

B m Well Chosen - Teamplin (IRE) Burkes & Syders Br Aidan Ryan

st lb

Jonathan Burke Noel Williams, Blewbury Noel Williams Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 21f over hurdles but not seen since April 2022 and market may prove best guide to claims on return/chase debut.

TFRHHHII BHA127

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KINGS KEEPER (IRE) (55) 231P5-5

9

B g Getaway (GER) - Fingal’s Sister (IRE) Morris Morgan Racing Br J. Kinsella

11-5

Richard Patrick Kerry Lee, Presteigne Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish import who made a good start for this yard in 2022/23, placing twice prior to scoring in decisive fashion over hurdles at Ffos Las. Looked rusty back over fences on return in November and no surprise to see an improved showing here. TFRHHHII BHA122

3

MULLINAREE (IRE) (29) 1115P4 D

8

11-4

B g Kayf Tara - Rydalis (FR) Mrs Kate Kenyon Br D. & R. Halley

Micheal Nolan Syd Hosie, Sherborne Sherborne Utilities Ltd

4

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 on the spin over hurdles last year and ran better than on chasing bow when fourth of 7 in handicap at Plumpton (19.8f, good to soft, 28/1) 29 days ago. Not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA121

BALLYCAMUS (IRE) (17) 2-P3214 CD

B g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR) Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie Br Thomas James

11-1

Sam Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over C&D on chase debut last month and far from disgraced when fourth in stronger contest at Newbury since. Player.

TFRHHHHH BHA118

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JACK IN THE BOX (IRE) (35) 1/333F-P D

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ouro Preto The Bill & Ben Partnership Br Seamus McKeogh

7

11-0

Robert Williams (3) Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles and similar form over fences for Gordon Elliott but offered little on debut for new yard at Ffos Las last month. New headgear tried. TFRHHIII BHA117

6

BIG BLUE MOON (GB) (299) 003312-

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Don And Gerry (IRE) Barrett, Meredith, Panniers, Wilde Br Mr P. Barrett & Mr J. Meredith

7

10-5

Stan Sheppard Tom Lacey, Woolhope Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEWImproved when making a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Carlisle (17f) in March. Turned over when odds on to follow up at this course 4 days later but that was still a creditable effort and he appeals as the type to make a chaser. 2lb out of the weights. TFRHHHHI BHA106 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: MULLINAREE: Following its run on 18/12/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed on final circuit.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Ballycamus (IRE), 7-2 Big Blue Moon (GB), 11-2 Speech Bubble (IRE), Kings Keeper (IRE), 7-1 Mullinaree (IRE), 20-1 Jack In The Box (IRE)

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RACE TWO

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THIRD RACE 2.05 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS MARES

THE VICKERS.BET BEST PRICES GUARANTEED DAILY MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224.

(Penalty Value £4700.09)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Venetia Williams (15 wins from 109 runners, 14%) runs PENNY MALLOW TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs IORENS FANCY THAT: V Williams won this race in 2021 and 2022. The stable runs PENNY MALLOW today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANNIE MAGIC trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 83 miles.

RACE SUMMARY SHESUPINCOURT jumped perfectly well prior to a rather unlucky exit on her chase debut here in November, and she has looked better than ever in winning handicap hurdles at this course and at Bangor either side of that.

This revised mark should be within her reach and she will prove a tough nut to crack if avoiding any mishaps. Flintara did the job well at Fontwell and is a much-respected main danger, while Iorens is well worth a second look now switched to fences.

1-2-3: 1.SHESUPINCOURT 2.FLINTARA 3.IORENS (FR) KEY colours

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Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

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horse

age

st lb

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ANNIE MAGIC (IRE) (55) 1263P-P D

8

12-0

Br m Westerner - Sound Case (IRE) Pillhead House Partners Br Bryan Gerard Maguire

Lorcan Williams Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who made a promising start under Rules, runner-up in a mares’ novice hurdle at Exeter prior to winning one at Wincanton. However, it’s been pretty much downhill all the way since and she was disappointing on return/chase debut (also first run following a wind op) at Warwick. TFRHHIII BHA109

2

FLINTARA (GB) (35) 0/110-31

B m Kayf Tara - Flinders Leith Hill Chasers Br Leith Hill Chasers

9 11-10

Harry Bannister Richard Bandey, Kingsclere Stonecot Business Centres

TIMEFORM VIEWBetter than ever when winning 2 of her 3 starts over hurdles last term. Duly made it third time lucky in this sphere when landing a 3-runner handicap TFRHHHHI BHA105 at Fontwell (3 1/4m, heavy) last month and while more will be needed up 6lb here, another bold show is very much on the cards.

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DO YOU THINK (GB) (31) 323-U2B

B m So You Think (NZ) - Leblon (IRE) Bonita Racing Club Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited

8

11-8

Joe Anderson (5) Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEWPosted best effort since her winning chase debut at Hereford in November 2022 when hitting the crossbar at that course on her seasonal reappearance.

Looked held when unseating back there last month, albeit that was in a Class 2 event and couldn’t rule out back down in grade here.

TFRHHHII BHA103

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IORENS (FR) (21) 2240-00 D

6

11-4

Ch m Coastal Path - Anglica (FR) Harry Skelton Mrs Suzanne Lawrence Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Mr Patrice Vagne Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in points and found only one too good on first 2 starts over hurdles last season. Disappointing in handicaps since but it’ll be interesting to see what the market has to say now that she’s switched to the larger obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA99

5

PENNY MALLOW (FR) (31) 43//6P-4P

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Louvisy (FR) Carol Shaw & Venetia Williams Br Mme Celine Sirven-Gualde

10 11-1

Ned Fox (5) Venetia Williams, Hereford Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner but well below that level in 5 starts over fences so far. Never in the hunt (eventually pulled up) at Hereford last time and she can only be watched at present.

TFRHIIII BHA96

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COOLEENYMORE (IRE) (35) 35-2243

Ch m Mahler - Presentnomore (IRE) Cool and the Gang Br Charles Clarke

8 10-11

Nick Scholfield Robert Walford, Blandford

TIMEFORM VIEWFound improvement on return/handicap hurdle debut when chasing Shesupincourt home here (23.6f, heavy) in November.

Has made the frame both subsequent appearances and each-way chance if taking to fences at the first attempt.

TFRHHHII BHA92

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SHESUPINCOURT (GB) (45) 23-51U1 CD

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove Ryan Potter Racing Club Br A. W. Buller

7 10-10

Sam Twiston-Davies Ryan Potter, Sellack

TIMEFORM VIEWFinally got off the mark in 3m handicap hurdle here in November and looked unlucky when unseating on chase debut back at this venue next time.

Resumed winning ways reverting to hurdles at Bangor (23f, heavy) 8 days later and big chance granted a clear round back in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA91

12

8

MOON EAGLE (IRE) (34) 4023-PP

B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Behrama (IRE) G1 Racing Club Ltd Br Brendan Keogh

7

10-2

Lee Edwards Tom Gretton, Inkberrow Jmc Surfacing Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Patchy form for Gavin Cromwell in Ireland and she hasn’t pulled up any trees in half-a-dozen starts for this yard.

TFRHIIII BHA83 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Flintara (GB), 3-1 Shesupincourt (GB), 6-1 Do You Think (GB), 7-1 Iorens (FR), 17-2 Cooleenymore (IRE), 10-1 Annie Magic (IRE), 33-1 Penny Mallow (FR), 50-1 Moon Eagle (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 2.35 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET WEEKLY FREE BET CLUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Total prize fund £10700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270.

(Penalty Value £5650.67)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (27 wins from 262 runners, 10%) runs OUT OF FOCUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs BLACK KALANISI LONGEST TRAVELLER: SLIP ROAD trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A few with chances but it’s impossible to side against the progressive LOWRY’S BAR who has yet to meet with defeat over hurdles and should find this step up in distance unlocking further improvement. Haydock runner-up Lord of Cheshire also arrives on the up so is next on the list with Bertie Wooster in the picture too now he reverts in trip.

1-2-3: 1.LOWRY’S BAR (IRE) 2.LORD OF CHESHIRE (FR) 3.BERTIE WOOSTER (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

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Trainer

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horse

age

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LOWRY’S BAR (IRE) (28) 2-111 C

6

12-0

B g Malinas (GER) - Mac Idol (IRE) Mr A Scrimgeour & Mrs V Shaw Br M. F. Condon

Ben Jones Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who readily maintained his unbeaten record over hurdles when going 3-3 in 5-runner handicap at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 28 days ago. Has more to offer, especially stepped up in trip. Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA126

2

LORD OF CHESHIRE (FR) (24) 2116/-12 D BF

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Adelyta (FR) Mason and McGoff Br Jean-Charles Haimet & Francis Picoulet

7 11-12

Sam Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced hurdler who was bagging his third win in 2m3f handicap at Warwick in November.

Good second off 7lb higher mark at Haydock since so he can make his presence felt again. TFRHHHHI BHA124

3

BENIGN DICTATOR (IRE) (38) 130-314

7 11-10

B g Getaway (GER) - Canto Creek The Wayward Pilgrims Br Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd

Dylan Johnston (7) Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Motaclan

4

11 11-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when returning from a 6-month break to double his hurdle tally in 21f Warwick handicap. Respectable fourth of 6 at Chepstow (3m, heavy) since. Considered.

TFRHHHII BHA122

BLACK KALANISI (IRE) (38) 14/245/-3

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Blackthorne Winter (IRE) The Harefield Racing Club Br Mrs J. O. Onions

Charlie Todd Ian Williams, Alvechurch

TIMEFORM VIEWIn good form on the Flat since joining Ian Williams, winning staying events at Pontefract and Newmarket during the autumn. Proved he retains his ability in this sphere when third in a 6-runner handicap at Chepstow (23.6f) since so he is in the mix. Visor replaces usual cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA118

5

CELTIC ART (FR) (35) 1P-P164

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Irish Song (FR) Exors of the late Mr J.P. Carrington Br Mr Peter Anastasiou

7

11-6

Lorcan Williams Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winner on Flat who bagged third success in this sphere when scoring at Lingfield (16f) in November. Below form both runs since however so he has a bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA118

6

SLIP ROAD (IRE) (31) //21//-002 CD

Gr g Shantou (USA) - Agladora (FR) Walters Plant Hire Ltd Br Patrick Moran

9

11-0

James Bowen Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in 2020. Only thrice raced since but he turned in much his best run since when second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (25.5f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA112

7

BERTIE WOOSTER (IRE) (31) 523-323 BF

B or Br g Beat Hollow - Fair Ina (IRE) Mrs C. Knowles Br Paramount Farms

6 10-11

Harry Kimber (3) Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden following 9 attempts over hurdles but he arrives in good nick, third at Hereford (25.5f, good to soft) last month. Stamina was stretched that day so there’s plenty to like back down in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA109

14

8

OUT OF FOCUS (IRE) (28) 1-20523

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Nebuleuse (IRE) Chris Trigg & RER Williams Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

6

10-4

Isabel Williams (3) Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who is knocking on the door in this sphere, third of 5 to Lowry’s Bar in handicap hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 28 days ago. Back up in trip and in the picture.

TFRHHHII BHA102 DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Visor worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note: BENIGN DICTATOR: Following its run on 9/12/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Lowry’s Bar (IRE), 11-2 Bertie Wooster (IRE), 6-1 Lord of Cheshire (FR), 13-2 Out of Focus (IRE), 9-1 Benign Dictator (IRE), 10-1 Black Kalanisi (IRE), 11-1 Slip Road (IRE), 18-1 Celtic Art (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 3.10 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT VICKERS.BET ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402.

(Penalty Value £4193.42)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (27 wins from 262 runners, 10%) runs ASK ME OUT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Jonjo O’Neill (6 wins from 21 runners, 29%) runs BROUGHSHANE LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAUNTY BELLE trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

Jonjo O’Neill has made a flying start to 2024 and BROUGHSHANE is taken to build on his promising effort here on Welsh National day and provide him with another winner.

Ffos Las runner-up House of Stories and Maximum Effort, who wasn’t too far behind the selection last time, can give him most to do.

1-2-3: 1.BROUGHSHANE (IRE) 2.HOUSE OF STORIES (IRE) 3.MAXIMUM EFFORT KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

ABSOLUTE STEEL (IRE) (20) 50

5

11-6

B g Mount Nelson - Massini Rose (IRE) ValueRacingClub.co.uk Br Patrick Griffin

Stan Sheppard Tom Lacey, Woolhope Plusbac

2

5

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a Market Rasen bumper and 2m course novice hurdle last month.

TFRHIIII BHA-

ASK ME OUT (IRE) (50) PP

B g Ask - Supreme Evening (IRE) Mr R. E. R. Williams Br Seamus Murphy

11-6

Conor Ring (3) Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in maiden/novice hurdles in November. Hard to make any sort of case for.

TFRHIIII BHA-

3

BROUGHSHANE (IRE) (20) 1/r-3

B g Mahler - Shuil Milan (IRE) Mrs Gay Smith Br Michael Murphy

6

11-6

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud

TIMEFORM VIEWCost £150,000 after easily winning his sole start in Irish points. Well backed prior to running out approaching home turn on hurdle debut at Ascot last winter. Shaped as if needing run when 21 lengths third on C&D return 13 months later. Sure-fire improver for stable enjoying a good start to 2024. TFRHHHHH BHA-

4

GRAND ESCAPARDE (IRE) (55) 0-05

B g Getaway (GER) - Liane de Pougy (FR) The Xtra Specials Br Mr George Clohessy

6

11-6

Ciaran Gethings Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited encouragement in a course bumper and 2 Warwick novice hurdles. Has had wind surgery prior to this.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5

HOUSE OF STORIES (IRE) (35) 05/1/-2

B or Br g Presenting - Liss Aris (IRE) Conyers, O’Reilly, Clerkson, Zeffman.

Br Ciara Flynn

8

11-6

Ben Jones Rebecca Curtis, Newport William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a point in May 2021. It took a long time for new connections to get him to the track but he shaped with promise when second of 5 in a 2 1/2m Ffos Las novice hurdle last month. Entitled to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6

JOHNS DREAM (IRE) (27) P-36P0

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Shamble Street (IRE) Oaktree Racing Club Br Mount Eaton Stud Ltd

6

Finn Lambert (5) Sheila Lewis, Brecon

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in a bumper and 2 novice hurdles in recent months.

7

JUST IN A BIT (GB) (30) 3-24

B g Linda’s Lad - Gifted Rose POPLAR COTTAGE RACING CLUB 2 Br Mrs Sandra Smith

11-6

6

TFRHIIII BHA-

11-6

Alex Edwards Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points. 14/1, showed a bit when fourth of 6 in novice hurdle at Southwell (20.5f, soft) on Rules debut 30 days ago. May do better.

TFRHHHII BHA-

18

8

MAD MIKE (IRE) (34) 5-P5

6

11-6

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Manorville (IRE) Sean Houlihan The Macaroni Beach Society Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead Br Anne Marie Ryan

TIMEFORM VIEW Badly needed experience in sole bumper and has made no impact in a pair of Exeter novice hurdles, including in blinkers last time.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9

MAXIMUM EFFORT (GB) (20) 0-04

5

Br g Dartmouth - Theatre Goer Crowd Racing & Noel Williams Br Noel Williams

11-6

James Davies Noel Williams, Blewbury Noel Williams Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers but offered more when fourth on his C&D hurdle debut 3 weeks ago, finishing just under 4 lengths behind the reopposing Broughshane. TFRHHHII BHA-

10

VALFORTORE (IRE) (15) 6

6

Ch g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Sabaidee (IRE) Mr L. DI Franco Br Mount Coote Stud

11-6

Ned Fox (5) Venetia Williams, Hereford Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Distant sixth of 8 in bumper at Exeter on heavy-ground debut 15 days ago. Wastes no time switching to hurdles.

TFRHHIII BHA-

11

JAUNTY BELLE (GB) (35) 00-0P

6 10-13

Ch m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Jaunty Spirit Three Men & The Filly Br B. J. Eckley

Mr Callum Pritchard (7) David Rees, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown nothing in 2 bumpers/maiden hurdles. Engaged 1.07 Hereford Monday.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 11 Blinkers worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note: JUST IN A BIT: Following its run on 17/12/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 House of Stories (IRE), 7-4 Broughshane (IRE), 10-1 Just In A Bit (GB), 12-1 Maximum Effort (GB), 28-1 Valfortore (IRE), 33-1 Mad Mike (IRE), 50-1 Grand Escaparde (IRE), 80-1 Absolute Steel (IRE), Johns Dream (IRE), 100-1 Ask Me Out (IRE), 150-1 Jaunty Belle (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 3.45 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT VICKERS.BET ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402.

(Penalty Value £4193.42)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Jonjo O’Neill (18 wins from 135 runners, 13%) runs ISOCRATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs THE VILLAGE WAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: RADHARC NA SLAINE trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

LIVIN ON LUCO holds the clear edge on form and is taken to bounce back in style from his late fall over C&D last time out. Nicky Henderson’s debutant Ilfu Un Mome brings a fair bit of potential though so commands plenty of respect along with fellow newcomers Isocrate and Risk de Pluie.

1-2-3: 1.LIVIN ON LUCO (IRE) 2.ILFU UN MOME (FR) 3.ISOCRATE (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

CAN’T SAY (GB) (34) 5/00/P/-5

9

11-6

Gr g Phenomena - Lizzy’s Lass Mrs J. Stuart Br Mrs Joanne Stuart

James Davies Chris Down, Cullompton Woodwarm Stoves

TIMEFORM VIEWUnpromising in points and well held only outing in bumpers but offered a bit more sent hurdling when fifth of 15 in a C&D maiden (heavy) 34 days ago. Remains to be seen whether he builds on that. TFRHHHII BHA-

2

ILFU UN MOME (FR) (73) 1

B g Balko (FR) - Reve Mome (FR) Mr Paul Holden Br Mrs B. Deschere & Mr A. R. Deschere

6

11-6

James Bowen Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

TIMEFORM VIEW £40,000 3-y-o, Balko gelding. Dam maiden on Flat/failed to complete sole start over fences in France. Won sole start in Irish points (November 4) and of obvious interest on debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3

ISOCRATE (FR) (303) 4/445-

6

B g Petillo (FR) - Popins (FR) Mr Toby Cole Br Joel Denis et al

11-6

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished fourth all 3 starts in Irish points and fifth of 12 in bumper here 10 months ago.

Much respected on his hurdles debut stepping up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4

KAITUNA RIVER (IRE) (426) 16-

B g Ask - Kaituna (IRE) Money Down The River Br I. Geraghty

7

11-6

Harry Bannister Alex Hales, Edgecote Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who came in sixth of 11 in novice hurdle at Warwick (21f) 14 months ago. Worth a market check on his comeback run.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5

LIVIN ON LUCO (IRE) (53) 42-2F BF

6

11-6

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Andrea’s Answer (IRE) Micheal Nolan The Philip Hobbs Racing Partnership Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead Br Kilfeacle Stud Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising debut second over C&D in November and likely to have been placed but for departing 3 out back here 16 days later. The clear form pick.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

6

RADHARC NA SLAINE (IRE) (31) U3-D30P

B g Jet Away - Alstroemeria (IRE) John, Roger & Dai Br Mr K. Bolger

7

11-6

Adam Wedge David Rees, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who has shown little in a pair of Hereford novice hurdles this winter. Big step forward is required.

TFRHHIII BHA-

7

RISK DE PLUIE (FR) (37) P-001

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Mangenie (FR) Beard, Beard, Ford & Langford Br S.C.E.A Haras Du Ma & Mr Marc Dumont

5

11-6

Ben Jones Ben Clarke, Beaminster Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW£2,000 4-y-o, No Risk At All gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful French 2m hurdle winner Batman Girac and fairly useful hurdler Rajsalad. This winning Irish pointer is one to consider on his hurdling bow. TFRHHHII BHA-

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8

THE VILLAGE WAY (GB) (34) 22-2P

6

11-6

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Cardline (FR) Harry Skelton Sullivan Bloodstock Limited Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-up both starts in Irish points and well clear of the rest when runner-up at Wetherby (2m) on his hurdling bow. Tongue tied when pulled up at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) 34 days ago though. Worth another chance. TFRHHHII BHA-

9

WESTBROOK LAD (GB) (25) 05

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Misty Lass (IRE) Mr G. Watson Br Wood Farm Stud

6

11-6

Alex Edwards Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1 and hooded for 1st time, well-held fifth of 10 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) on hurdles bow 25 days ago. Needs to settle down.

TFRHHIII BHA-

10

TILLY TOUGHNUT (GB) (25) 1/-63

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Presenting Diva (IRE) Mrs S. M. Newell Br Mrs S. M. Newell

7 10-13

Richard Patrick Henry Daly, Ludlow Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a point bumper on debut back in November 2021 and hinted at promise when third in 22f novice hurdle at Uttoxeter 25 days ago. Needs another step forward. TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note: THE VILLAGE WAY: Following its run on 13/12/2023 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Livin On Luco (IRE), 15-8 Ilfu Un Mome (FR), 11-1 The Village Way (GB), 16-1 Risk de Pluie (FR), 22-1 Isocrate (FR), Tilly Toughnut (GB), 33-1 Can’t Say (GB), 50-1 Kaituna River (IRE), 80-1 Westbrook Lad (GB), 100-1 Radharc Na Slaine (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.15 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET PROUDLY SUPPORTING BRITISH RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 9 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (27 wins from 262 runners, 10%) runs CANFORD LIGHT & CHAMPAGNE RHYTHM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs MR HOPE STREET LONGEST TRAVELLER: PILGRIMS KING trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

There should be more to come from the lightly-raced CALL ME ARTHUR and he is fancied to open his account here. Hobb’s Delight and Mr Hope Street head the list of dangers.

1-2-3: 1.CALL ME ARTHUR (IRE) 2.HOBB’S DELIGHT 3.MR HOPE STREET (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

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Jockey

Trainer

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no

horse

age

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DUKE OF MORAVIA (IRE) (50) 3433-5P BF

6

12-0

Gr g Marcel (IRE) - Sesmen Carole Daly & Partners Br Kevin Blake

Richard Patrick Henry Daly, Ludlow Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame all 4 hurdles starts last season but yet to fire in either outing this term and is now tried in cheekpieces.

TFRHHIII BHA97

2

MR HOPE STREET (IRE) (57) 45-050

6 11-12

Br g Jet Away - The Scorpion Queen (IRE) Harry Skelton Mr Michael Williams Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Ms Jane Roche Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in maiden/novice hurdles over shorter trips but shapes as though this stiffer test will suit and is worth monitoring in the market on handicap debut.

TFRHHHII BHA95

3

CHAMPAGNE RHYTHM (IRE) (55) P444/-06 CD

B g Oscar (IRE) - Before (IRE) Mrs Janet Davies Br Miss Brigid G. Noonan

9

11-9

Isabel Williams (3) Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW Course hurdle winner in February 2021 but hasn’t really threatened since over hurdles or fences. Cheekpieces on for first time.

TFRHHIII BHA92

4

MERANTI (IRE) (56) 0-64200

6

B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE) Jim Tew Br S. McElroy

11-9

Finn Lambert (5) Sheila Lewis, Brecon

TIMEFORM VIEW Mid-field both starts over hurdles in Ireland and signed off time for Stuart Crawford with fourth-place finish in a bumper in May. Little to shout about in 3 appearances for new yard, though, including on handicap debut at Hereford last time. TFRHIIII BHA92

5

CALL ME ARTHUR (IRE) (51) 5P5-002

5

11-8

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Uliana (USA) Mr C. B. Compton Br Mr Paul McGrath

Stan Sheppard Tom Lacey, Woolhope Plusbac

6

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved stepped up in trip when going close at Exeter (21.6f, soft) in November.

3lb rise for that near miss is fair enough and this unexposed 5-y-o likely has more to offer yet. TFRHHHHH BHA91

CANFORD LIGHT (IRE) (57) F00P/-02

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Way of Light (IRE) Mrs Janet Davies Br Edgeridge Ltd

11-7

Adam Wedge Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 21f Ludlow novice on debut for this yard in October 2021 but little to shout about since, well held in Plumpton seller fitted with cheekpieces last time. Back up in trip. TFRHHIII BHA90

7

BALA BROOK (GB) (51) 40-220P

B g Getaway (GER) - The Wicked Kipper The Colin Tizzard Racing Club Br Mr Rowland Crellin

6

11-7

Freddie Gingell (5) Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in 21.5f Newton Abbot maiden/novice events on his first 2 outings over hurdles but hasn’t built on that and has something to prove at present.

TFRHHIII BHA90

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8

THE MIDWIFE (IRE) (20) 16-P50

6

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Thespian (IRE) Foxhills Racing Limited Br John & Miriam Murphy

11-6

Conor Ring (3) Grace Harris, Shirenewton Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Irish points but just minor promise so far under Rules and needs to find improvement on switch to handicaps.

TFRHIIII BHA89

9

PILGRIMS KING (IRE) (59) 1240P-4

8

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - So You Said (IRE) Mr Einsley Harries Br Ms Anne Marie Ryan

11-6

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from 11 months off when fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) 59 days ago. Claims if building on that from a workable mark. Visor on first time. TFRHHHII BHA89

10

SHILLANAVOGY (IRE) (20) 436-506

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Azamour (IRE) Both Ways Partnership Br Edmond & Mark Coleman

6

11-4

James Bowen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £65,000 after making the frame both starts in Irish points but well held in 4 starts for new connections. May do better now sent handicapping.

TFRHHIII BHA87

11

HOBB’S DELIGHT (GB) (21) 4/5-301 D

B g Milan - Hobb’s Dream (IRE) Hobbs and Mulholland Br John Hobbs & Neil Mulholland

8

11-3

Harry Kimber (3) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when dead-heating on Fontwell handicap debut (19f, soft) last month.

Just 3lb higher now and is one for the shortlist.

TFRHHHHI BHA86

12

KARAKORAM (GB) (33) 0-00360 C D

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait Grace Harris Racing Br Mr S. P. Hussain

9

11-2

Joe Anderson (5) Grace Harris, Shirenewton Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 4lb lower than for his latest success at Taunton last spring but hasn’t reproduced that level of form in 5 starts so far this season.

TFRHHIII BHA85

13

MERRY MONTY (GB) (15) 50/-5522

B g Arvico (FR) - Red Mimi Mrs S. M. Trump Br Mrs S. M. Trump

7

11-0

Bryan Carver Chris Down, Cullompton Woodwarm Stoves

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good form after making the frame over hurdles and fences at Exeter in recent weeks.

Still looking for first success, however, and is 4lb higher than for latest outing in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA83

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B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Starlet’s Sister (IRE) Ruffles Winter Racing Club Br Ecurie Des Monceaux

6 10-11

Alan Johns Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on Flat in France in 2022 but little show over hurdles for current stable to date. Tries handicapping now.

TFRHHIII BHA80

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PRINCE RHINEGOLD (IRE) (47) F01F-05

B g Getaway (GER) - Water Rock Mrs D Robinson Mrs&Mrs Livesey-van Dorst Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy

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Sean Houlihan Linda Blackford, Tiverton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on reappearance effort when creditable fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f, good to soft) 47 days ago, finishing with running left. 2lb lower now and is not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA80

POET’S REFLECTION (IRE) E) (28)) 4/623-P0 D

B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lola’s Reflection Mrs S. Livesey-Van Dorst NER -RUN Br Dermot Walsh NON

9 10-10 Linda Blackford, Tiverton

TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 win from 22 NH runs and finished well held on return from break at Wincanton last month.

TFRHHIII BHA79

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ROLLO’S KINGDOM (GB) (35) 656P-04

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Tashkiyla (FR) Mrs N.A. Ward Br Mrs N. A. Ward

7 10-10

Lorcan Williams Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score and has been disappointing in both starts this season.

TFRHHIII BHA79

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NIGHT JET (GB) (25) 0P4-050

B g Telescope (IRE) - Midnight Belle Mrs Patricia Holtorp Br Mrs Patricia Ellen Holtorp

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Ben Poste Tom Symonds, Hentland Gun Dog Gin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a mare who did well for the same connections but has yet to threaten in 8 starts over timber.

TFRHHIII BHA78

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DECLARED RUNNERS 18 Visor worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 3.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 12, 18.

Stewards Note: DUKE OF MORAVIA: Following its run on 27/11/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

BALA BROOK: Following its run on 26/11/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

PRINCE RHINEGOLD: Following its run on 30/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Call Me Arthur (IRE), 15-2 Hobb’s Delight (GB), 8-1 Mr Hope Street (IRE), 10-1 Merry Monty (GB), 12-1 Duke of Moravia (IRE), 16-1 Night Jet (GB), 18-1 Shillanavogy (IRE), Prince Rhinegold (IRE), 22-1 Bala Brook (GB), 25-1 Pilgrims King (IRE), Karakoram (GB), Rollo’s Kingdom (GB), 28-1 Champagne Rhythm (IRE), Canford Light (IRE), Parliament (GB), 33-1 The Midwife (IRE), 66-1 Meranti (IRE)

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