Ffos Las Racecard - Wednesday 15th May

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WEDNESDAY 15 MAY (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

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MARK JOHNSON

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DOMINIQUE HAMBLIN

REGIONAL DIRECTOR

SOUTH WEST

PHIL BELL

GENERAL MANAGER/ SAFEGUARDING LEAD

KEVIN HIRE

CLERK OF THE COURSE

TRACEY O’MEARA

No of days since last ran

horse’s name

form guide

previous performances

/=new season

-=new year

Bold type shows all weather form

C=course winner

horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic age weight st-lbs

birthplace of horse if not Great Britain

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

1 THE NEW ONE (IRE) (175) 121534-D

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Thuringe (FR)

S Such & CG Paleta

9 11-10

Mr Z. Baker (5)

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br R. Brown & Ballylinch Stud Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Popular tough and consistent hurdler who won again at Cheltenham and Haydock last season Prone to mistakes, but record fresh bodes very well, and could be capable of carrying big weight to success.

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

TFRHHHHI BHA160

FIRST RACE 2.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DOWNLOAD THE AK BETS APP MAIDEN 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)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (43 wins from 378 runners, 11%) runs BOYLES HILL & DEVON DUDE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs IMPATIENT LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOLD YEOMAN trained by T Bulgin, Thetford, 249 miles.

It took a while for connections to get DEXTERITY back to the track following his runner-up effort in a point but he displayed plenty of ability at Perth 3 weeks ago Likely to build on that for his in-form yard, he looks the way to go. Impatient is probably the main danger of those with hurdles form, while Typhoon Flyer and Devon Dude warrant respect given their bumper form

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1 BOLD YEOMAN (IRE) (32) 6- 5 11-4

B g Youmzain (IRE) - Our Lucky Venture (IRE)

Mrs Nicola Bulgin

Br Mr & Mrs Stephen O’ Flynn

Jordan Nailor

Toby Bulgin, Thetford

TIMEFORM VIEW £1,500 3-y-o, Youmzain gelding Half-brother to modest 3 1/4m chase winner Dangan des Champs and a point winner Looked badly in need of the experience in a bumper last month. TFRHHIII BHA-

2

BOYLES

HILL

(IRE) (29) 212-

Ch g Watar (IRE) - Jezzebelle

C M Marles Partnership

5 11-4

Isabel Williams (3)

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br The Bristol Five Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £17,500 after landing a maiden point at the second attempt in February. Encouraging start when runner-up in a bumper at Ffos Las last month. Bred for jumping. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 CASTING ASPERSIONS

(IRE) (20) 2/F20-

B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Bella Patrice (IRE)

5 11-4

James Davies

Royal Arch Racing Noel Williams, Blewbury

Br D. Hickey

Noel Williams Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both completed starts in points From the family of bumper winner/smart hurdler (2m-2 1/2m winner) Davenport Milenium Seventh in a bumper at Warwick 3 weeks ago. Up in trip with a hood fitted. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 DE TELLERS FORTUNE (IRE) (20) 1/P4- D

5 11-4

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - She’s No Pet (IRE) Nico de Boinville Countrywide Park Homes Ltd Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Michael Whitty

TIMEFORM VIEW€32,000 3-y-o, £135,000 4-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding Has an appealing pedigree and won between the flags in Ireland last year Transferred to a top yard and showed much more than on Rules debut when fourth at Warwick 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 DEXTERITY (IRE) (21) 2//2-

7 11-4

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Lurane (FR) Sean Bowen

Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd Motaclan

TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-up sole start in Irish points in March 2022 Presumably had issues after but he showed plenty to work on when second at Perth 3 weeks ago. Sets the standard TFRHHHHH BHA-

6 FULL METAL JACKET (GB) (40) 43/45-

6 11-4

B g Shantou (USA) - Adriana des Mottes (FR) Gavin Sheehan

Mike Harris Racing Club Katy Price, Llanigon

Br Mr Rowland Crellin

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and filled the frame both starts in Irish bumpers last spring Failed to meet market expectations when fifth on hurdles debut last month. Has since left Emmet Mullins TFRHHHII BHA-

7 IMPATIENT (FR) (202) 20/2-

6 11-4

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Vista Palma (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mr R. A. Bartlett Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet Albert Bartlett

TIMEFORMVIEWQuite expensive as a store horse and showed plenty to work on when second in a Newcastle bumper in December 2022 Not in the same form at Ayr 4 months ago and hurdles debut in October was promising. Can build on that with a tongue tie on TFRHHHHI BHA-

8

INSIDE I’M DANCIN (GB) (20) 4436-

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Annaghbrack (IRE)

RS Racing (Syndicates)

Br Richard & Caroline Mathias

5 11-4

Nick Scholfield

Sheila Lewis, Brecon

TIMEFORMVIEW Third on debut at Wincanton last month and matched that form at Warwick 17 days later More needed in novice company. TFRHHHII BHA-

9

MILAN AC (IRE) (8) 52/2-0

B g Milan - Patchy Lass (IRE)

Got there in the end Partnership

Br Mrs R. Molony

6 11-4

Ben Jones

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 recruit from the Irish pointing field but just minor promise both starts under Rules. TFRHIIII BHA-

10 PATTERN CUTTER (GB) (20) 503/U30- 7 11-4

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Willowpattern

Nigel Kelly and These Girls Can

Jonathan Burke

Jo Davis, East Garston

Br H.R.H. The Princess Royal Equissistant Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Little to shout about in 3 starts under Rules, latest on hurdles debut for new yard TFRHIIII BHA-

11 TIMEFORARUM (GB) (65) 44/000-

B g Proconsul - Timeforagin

6 11-4

Conor Ring

Mr Brian Eckley Brian Eckley, Brecon

Br B. J. Eckley

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks a handicap project under Rules. Seventh of 11 in maiden hurdle at Taunton last month. TFRHIIII BHA-

12 TYPHOON

FLYER

(IRE) (35) 5F5/322- 6 11-4

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mucho Macabi (IRE)

Sam Twiston-Davies Foxtrot Racing Typhoon Flyer Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Br Sweetmans Bloodstock Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Similar form when placed all 3 starts in bumpers, latest on British debut at Market Rasen. Can make presence felt now hurdling for in-form yard TFRHHHHI BHA-

13

LADY HARRIETT

(GB) (8) 4/0P-0

5 10-11

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Matrow’s Lady (IRE) Robert Dunne

Mr Steven John Matthews Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Steven Matthews Matthews Roofing Bristol Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some ability when fourth in Chepstow bumper last March but has been unable to build on this since TFRHIIII BHA-

14 MISS ARVICO (GB) (8) P0-0 7 10-11

Ch m Arvico (FR) - Little Miss Monty

Charlie Price (3)

Mrs S. M. Farr Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br Mrs S. M. Farr

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to deliver over hurdles, ninth of 10 in this sphere at Hereford earlier this month. TFRHIIII BHA67

15 OLIVIA KATE (GB) (176) 00-

Gr m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Another Kate (IRE)

5 10-11

Stan Sheppard

Mr David M. Richards Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Br D. M. Richards

TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to make an impact in bumpers to date, finished down the field at Hereford when last seen in November 2023 TFRHIIII BHA-

16 DEVON DUDE (GB) (59) 1-

4 10-10

B g Dartmouth - Weather Babe Adam Wedge

Mr W. Clifford Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Mrs S. Clifford Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dartmouth gelding. Dam 2m-3m hurdle/chase winner (stayed 27f) Bred to stay well but displayed enough speed to win 4-runner bumper at Chepstow in March. TFRHHHII BHA-

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Dexterity (IRE), 5-1 Impatient (FR), 8-1 Typhoon Flyer (IRE), 9-1 De Tellers Fortune (IRE), 10-1 Full Metal Jacket (GB), 12-1 Boyles Hill (IRE), 14-1 Devon Dude (GB), 25-1 Casting Aspersions (IRE), Inside I’m Dancin (GB), 66-1 Bold Yeoman (IRE), 100-1 Milan Ac (IRE), 150-1 Lady Harriett (GB), 200-1 Pattern Cutter (GB), Miss Arvico (GB), Olivia Kate (GB), 300-1 Timeforarum (GB)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares

A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS

Owners and Trainers is located in the Bridles Restaurant for today.

Complimentary tea, coffee and luncheon is available throughout the day (on production of the correct voucher) with a full pay bar and tote betting facility

TV’s are in the bar to watch the action and we also reserve a viewing area within the main grandstand for Owners and Trainers.

The Syndicate Lounge is located by the parade ring, for those that have pre-registered badges Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits are available throughout the day with a pay bar.

If you require any assistance today please ask any member of the staff who will be happy to help you. For more information please visit www.ffoslasracecourse.com

SECOND RACE 2.30

ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE AK BETS HOME OF FREE BETS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £15000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (43 wins from 378 runners, 11%) runs THREE CLIFFS BAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs BUCEPHALUS LONGEST TRAVELLER: KANSAS DU BERLAIS trained by A West, Epsom, 206 miles.

KANSAS DU BERLAIS has got back on track since undergoing a wind op/fitted with a hood and he is taken to register his first success in handicap company. Bucephalus has to be feared on the back of his solid effort at Bangor, while the consistent John Betjeman and handicap-debutant Manuelito are others to consider

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

colours no horse age st lb

1 TOTTERDOWN (GB) (59) 55/46P1- D 13 12-2

B g Pasternak - Yeldham Lady Finn Lambert (3)

The Adlestrop Club

Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Mrs S. H. Jones and Mr M. Thomson Tori Global

TIMEFORM VIEWVeteran who capitalised on a drop in grade to record his sixth success over hurdles at Huntingdon (15.8f,heavy) in March Has won on good ground in the past but does most of his racing on slower surfaces nowadays TFRHHHII BHA117

2 KANSAS DU BERLAIS (FR) (26) 0/43622-

Gr g Martaline - Kadika (FR)

Mr O. S. Harris

5 11-13

Sam Twiston-Davies

Adam West, Epsom

Br S.A.R.L. Haras Du Berlais Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWOn a handy mark based on juvenile efforts and has taken steps back in the right direction following a second wind op and with a hood enlisted the last twice, latterly going close at Fontwell (19.2f, good to firm). 2lb nudge fair enough and he’s a big player with Sam Twiston-Davies aboard. TFRHHHHH BHA114

3

BUCEPHALUS

(GER) (25) 4//33012- D

B g Soldier Hollow - Batya (IRE)

Mr C. E. Handford

Br Gestut Am Schlossgarten

7 11-11

Mr Adam Ryan (7)

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEWCame good in this sphere when taking a 2m Newbury handicap in March. Lost no caste in defeat when chasing home a progressive type at Bangor (16.7f, soft) last time, pulling nicely clear of the rest, and he has to enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA112

4 NOW OR NEVER (FR) (51) 234/PP4-

B g Crillon (FR) - Get Your Way (FR)

5 11-11

Charlie Deutsch

David & Carol Shaw Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Benoit Gabeur Faucets Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form over hurdles and fences in France but hasn’t shown much in 3 starts (all handicap hurdles) for present yard On the upside, he’s now a stone lower in the weights compared to his British debut in December, so this 5-y-o shouldn’t be written off. TFRHHIII BHA112

5 CHARLIE’S

GLANCE

(GB) (25) 3551/34- D

B g Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend

8 11-9

James Martin (5)

Mr Andrew J. Martin Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Br Pitchall Stud Andy Martin Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWScored at Huntingdon early in 2023 and not disgraced on his return (after a breathing op) when third in handicap hurdle at Fakenham last month. Wasn’t in quite the same form back chasing at Bangor since but better ground here will help and he’s not a forlorn hope. TFRHHIII BHA110

6 THREE CLIFFS BAY (GER) (46) 613045- CD 6 11-9

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - The Beauty (GER) Adam Wedge

Mr David M. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Frau S. Hallstein Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his account over C&D (heavy) in November but form has gradually tailed off. This represents a drop in class. TFRHHIII BHA110

7 MANUELITO (GB) (24) 321- 4 11-6

B g Cracksman - Navajo Charm Jack Tudor

Wayne Clifford & Ian Gosden

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on the Flat for Richard Hannon and has improved with each of his 3 starts over hurdles, most recently seeing off 7 rivals in a Wincanton maiden (15.2f, good) More on his plate now pitched into handicap company but he may have more to offer. TFRHHHII BHA113

1-2-3: 1.KANSAS DU BERLAIS (FR) 2.BUCEPHALUS (GER) 3.JOHN BETJEMAN

8

BELIEVE JACK (FR) (32) 41551P- D

B g Make Believe - Sandslide

Mr A. Evans

7 11-6

Nick Scholfield

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br S.C.E.A. du Haras Des Sablonnets NAF, 3AS Leisure

TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways in this first-time headgear in 2m Catterick claiming hurdle in March (final start for Olly Murphy) but then ran modestly (pulled up) back in a handicap for new yard at Chepstow TFRHHIII BHA107

9 JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (21) 050333- CD 8 11-4

B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty

Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard

Br Plantation Stud

Fergus Gillard

Mark Gillard, Sherborne

TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time C&D winner who has steadily eased in the weights (now 4lb below last winning mark) and posted another creditable effort in defeat when third in a big-field Taunton handicap (16.5f, good) 3 weeks ago. Likely to be in the mix once more. TFRHHHII BHA105

10 DOUBLE CLICK (IRE) (32) 002412- CD

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Katmai (IRE)

Foxtrot Racing Double Click

6 11-2

Gavin Sheehan

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br Mr K. D. Cotter Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORMVIEWBounced back with a career-best effort to land a 9-runner handicap at Chepstow (2m, soft) in March. Not the easiest of rides and was off the bridle a long way out over the same C&D next time but, to his credit, he put in good late work to finish second Each-way shout. TFRHHHII BHA103

11

SUPPOSEDTOBE

(IRE) (8) 61P5P-5 D

Gr g Epaulette (AUS) - Thunder In Myheart (IRE)

Mr H. Jones & Mrs E. Evans

Br Highfield Stud Ltd

6 10-13

Sean Bowen

Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Won selling hurdle and Uttoxeter handicap last summer but has been unable to make an impact in handicaps since TFRHIIII BHA100 (-3)

12 SADDLERS QUEST (GB) (3) 31113-6 D

10 10-5

B m Dr Massini (IRE) - Lady Maranzi Harry Cobden

Mrs D. A. Hamer Debra Hamer, Carmarthen

Br Mr M P. Hamer

TIMEFORMVIEWCompleted the hat-trick at Newton Abbot in September before acquitting herself well when third at Worcester (demoted from second) the following month. Recent reappearance spin at Ludlow was clearly needed but this demands a career-best all the same TFRHHIII BHA92

2023: NIBRAS GOLD (IRE) 5 11 11 Jack Tudor 7-2 (David Pipe) 8 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Stewards Note:

SADDLERS QUEST: Following its run on 12/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Kansas du Berlais (FR), 11-2 John Betjeman (GB), 6-1 Bucephalus (GER), 7-1

Double Click (IRE), 9-1 Manuelito (GB), 12-1 Totterdown (GB), 14-1 Saddlers Quest (GB), 18-1 Charlie’s Glance (GB), 22-1 Three Cliffs Bay (GER), 25-1 Now Or Never (FR), 28-1 Believe Jack (FR), 40-1 Supposedtobe (IRE)

THIRD RACE 3.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE AK BETS WATCH ALL UK 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)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Pipe (26 wins from 117 runners, 22%) runs ACTIVIST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (7 wins from 21 runners, 33%) runs PENTIRE HEAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: TIGER BLADE trained by H Brown, Sturminster Newton, 151 miles.

The Paul Nicholls-trained PENTIRE HEAD is given a chance to build on his latest Taunton second with a tongue tie added to his blinkers now. Activist, Jubilee Gold and unexposed pair Long Draw and Queen Antoinette head the many dangers in this wide-open handicap.

1 MOOREFIELDS (IRE) (38) 4/41336- 6 12-0

B g Mahler - Wate And Sea (IRE) Bryan Carver Young At Heart Chris Down, Cullompton Br Joseph O’Rahilly Woodwarm Stoves

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on debut promise when landing 16-runner Exeter maiden hurdle (18.5f heavy) on New Year’s Day. Beaten a long way in a couple of handicaps there this spring but given a chance by the assessor if staging a revival. TFRHHHII BHA105

2 ACTIVIST (FR) (68) 56211P-

B g Iffraaj - Above The Clouds (FR)

Mrs Lynne Maclennan

5 12-0

Jack Tudor

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Dayton Investments Limited W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful on Flat in France and improved efforts over hurdles for new yard when winning handicaps in the mud at Plumpton (2m) and Taunton (19f) in February. Presumably found a third outing in quick succession too much when pulled up at Exeter in March. One to consider. TFRHHHHI BHA105

3 TREGELE (IRE) (45) 54/335P-

B g Mahler - Emily Gray (IRE)

Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall

Br Suroben Ltd

6 12-0

Ciaran Gethings

Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked an interesting one for handicaps after placing in maiden/novice events but his 2 efforts to date have been modest TFRHHIII BHA105

4 QUEEN ANTOINETTE (GB) (224) 3//1- D

Ch m Champs Elysees - Queen’s Star

Mrs Claire Bonner

7 12-0

Tom Bellamy

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br Lady Gillian Brunton Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEWThird in a bumper at Worcester in June 2021 and made light of an 826-day absence to strike on Bangor hurdle debut last autumn Off a further 7 months Evidently not the easiest to train but totally unexposed TFRHHHHI BHA105

5 BREAD AND BUTTER (IRE) (21) 500503- D 9 12-0

Br g Westerner - Wells Diamond (IRE)

Mr William Woodhouse

Br Longrove Stud

1) a

NON-RUNNER

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

TIMEFORMVIEWHas come down a long way in the weights and ran better than for a while when third of 9 at Taunton (19f, good) in a refitted tongue tie (retained) 3 weeks ago. Claims if he can back that up TFRHHHII BHA105

6 PENTIRE HEAD (IRE) (34) 2/523P2- 6 11-13

Ch g Presenting - Kneeland Lass (IRE) Harry Cobden

Chris & Giles Barber and Roger Eddy

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Kedrah House Stud Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEWShrugged off a modest run on handicap debut when second in 3m Taunton handicap in first-time blinkers (retained) 5 weeks ago. Has a tongue tie added now too. Player for top stable TFRHHHHH BHA104

7 ENERGY ONE (GB) (380) 2610U/R- 6 11-12

B m Kayf Tara - One For Joules (IRE) Ben Jones

Mr Mel Mathias

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br Mel Mathias Centre Great Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning handicap debut at Ludlow in March 2023 but not seen since refusing to race at Warwick a year ago. Needs treating with a degree of caution after that TFRHHIII BHA103

1-2-3: 1.PENTIRE HEAD (IRE) 2.ACTIVIST (FR) 3.JUBILEE GOLD (IRE)

8

SHUIL CEOIL (IRE) (32) U124P2-

Ch g Mount Nelson - Shuil Bob (IRE)

6 11-12

Mr Adam Ryan (7)

Mr R Flower Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Paddy Kennedy

TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed earlier promise when winning 15-runner handicap at Exeter (21f, heavy) in December Runner-up twice since, including at Chepstow last month. Looked a bit tricky under pressure there and now has first-time cheekpieces added to his hood. TFRHHHHI BHA103

9 JUBILEE GOLD (IRE) (24) 1/PF233- 8 11-11

B g Libertarian - Simplyonelady (IRE)

Mr Michael P. Tudor

Charlie Hammond

Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Br Daigh Rooney Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced hurdle winner who has got back on track of late, placing in 3 times in handicaps this spring Likely to be in the shake-up again. TFRHHHHI BHA102

10 HALLWOOD (FR) (26) 01P/P4P-

Gr g Martaline - Ball of Wood (FR)

DREPltd and Michael O’Flynn

7 11-10

Adam Wedge

Mark Rimell, Witney

Br Mrs C. Jacquemont, Mr J. Gronfier et al Delancey Real Estate Partners Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Different proposition on the back of a wind op when making second hurdles start a winning one in maiden company at Carlisle in February 2023 but 4 heavy defeats since means he has plenty to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA101

11 LONG

DRAW

(IRE) (35) F2/344- 5 11-9

Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Honey Away (IRE)

Sean Bowen

Mr Alan Peterson Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Ronnie O’Neill Motaclan

TIMEFORMVIEW£60,000 Irish point recruit who finished a creditable fourth of 11 making a quick switch to handicaps at Market Rasen last month. An unexposed profile provides hope that he can build on that TFRHHHHI BHA100

12 QUIAN (GER)

(20) 515540-

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Quiana (GER)

8 11-7

Liam Harrison

Mr G. Cross Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Mr Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof BresBet

TIMEFORMVIEWWon a Taunton handicap hurdle for Thomas Gallagher in December Below that form in 4 outings since but back on that successful mark if a switch to Fergal O’Brien sparks a revival. One to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA98

13 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (22) 053426- D 5 11-6

B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)

Nick Scholfield

Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Stonepark Farms Ltd NAF

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his account in a 20.5f Southwell maiden last summer but hasn’t been able to match that form since, never dangerous when sixth of 13 back at Southwell 3 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA97

14 ROBBER’S BRIDGE (IRE) (37) 363212- 6 10-8

B g Frammassone (IRE) - Mille Et Une Nuits (FR)

Rupert Martin

James Best

Simon Earle, Warminster

Br Mrs P. M. Grainger Dextra Group Plc

TIMEFORMVIEWCareer best when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Wincanton (15f, heavy) in March. Just as good when a close second over 21f there since. Nudged up another 3lb but still has to enter the reckoning TFRHHHHI BHA85

15 TIGER

BLADE

(GB) (26) 6/65064- 5 10-2

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Tiger Line

The Cant Take it With You Syndicate

Br Mrs S. C. Welch

Ben Godfrey

Harriet Brown, Sturminster Newton

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed just modest form in a pair of bumpers for Tom Weston last spring and has been soundly beaten all 4 starts over hurdles for current connections. More realistic chance now handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA74

16 THE WIRE FLYER

(GB) (443) U/0PP0P/- C 9 10-2

B g Champs Elysees - Good Morning Star (IRE)

Aled Evans & Tommy Williams

Robert Dunne

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Ed’s Stud Ltd NAF

TIMEFORM VIEWFormer course winner but has been unable to deliver for John Flint in recent years. Absent for 443 days ahead of this first outing for Christian Williams. Has a first-time tongue strap added to regular blinkers. TFRHHIII BHA71

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6, 16. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 6, 9, 16. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 10, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7. Stewards Note:

TREGELE: Following its run on 31/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

PENTIRE HEAD: Following its run on 11/4/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered post-race ataxia.

SHUIL CEOIL: Following its run on 13/4/2024 it was reported that the horse attempted to run out at the last.

Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Long Draw (IRE), 7-1 Pentire Head (IRE), 15-2 Jubilee Gold (IRE), 10-1 Queen Antoinette (GB), 11-1 Shuil Ceoil (IRE), 12-1 Activist (FR), Quian (GER), 14-1 Robber’s Bridge (IRE), 22-1 Moorefields (IRE), 25-1 Tregele (IRE), Faded Fantasy (IRE), 33-1 Energy One (GB), 50-1 Hallwood (FR), Tiger Blade (GB), 100-1 The Wire Flyer (GB) RACE RESULT:

Mental Health Awareness Week

13 - 19 May 2024

MOVEMENT

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The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week this year is Movement: Moving more for our mental health. Movement is important for our mental health. But so many of us struggle to move enough. Going for a walk in your neighbourhood or around your workplace, putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room, chair exercises when you’re watching television – it all counts!

Racing Welfare is committed to providing accessible, tailored mental health and wellbeing support services to all of racing’s workforce.

FOURTH RACE 3.30

ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 191YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE AK BETS BIG PRICES BIG LIMITS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I)

Total prize fund £7700 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P & M Bowen (33 wins from 231 runners, 14%) runs A DEFINITE GETAWAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (7 wins from 21 runners, 33%) runs HURRICANE DANNY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MR TAMBOURINE MAN & PARICOLOR trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 150 miles.

A few in with a squeak but STRINGTOYOURBOW looks an interesting runner back over the smaller obstacles from a much-reduced mark so he’s afforded the vote ahead of Hobb’s Delight, who was a shade fortunate to make it 2 wins from his last 3 starts at Southwell in February but remains lightly raced for his age Hurricane Danny looks set for third.

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1 HALIFAX (FR) (9) 25546-1 CD

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Oudette (FR)

Foxhills Racing Limited

Br Mme Vsse. Yves D’Armaille

NON-RUNNER

2 PARICOLOR (FR) (46) P/362PP-

B g Orpen (USA) - Kadiana (IRE)

Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Grace Harris Racing

8 12-0

Tom Bellamy

Hour of Glory David Pipe, Wellington

Br Dr R. Simon, N. Simon & G. Saudrais W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Tumbled in the weights last season and ran well when runner-up at Fontwell (25.8f, soft) on Boxing Day. However, he’s put up a couple of modest efforts subsequently TFRHHIII BHA109

3 A DEFINITE GETAWAY (IRE) (54) 622/22P-

B g Getaway (GER) - Def It Vic (IRE)

6 12-0

Sean Bowen

Miss Jayne Brace Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Cathal Ennis

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice around this time last year but having switched yards, ran badly on his handicap debut at Newbury (24.2f, good to soft) just under 8 weeks ago. Handicapper drops him 3lb and first-time cheekpieces are applied. TFRHHIII BHA109

4

RARE CLOUDS (GB) (22) 331PP4- 10 11-12

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Rare Vintage (IRE)

Rupert Martin

James Best

Simon Earle, Warminster

Br Wood Farm Stud Dextra Group Plc

TIMEFORMVIEWKnocking on the door prior to deservedly winning a 7-runner Wincanton handicap (21.4f, heavy) in January. Pulled up on his next 2 starts but took a step back in the right direction after 7 weeks off when fourth of 12 at Southwell (20.4f, good) recently Must build on that TFRHHHII BHA107

5 HURRICANE DANNY

(FR) (19) 5/52405- 6 11-10

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Tornade d’Ainay (FR)

Angus Cheleda (3) Martin Broughton & Friends 2 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mr Stephane Milaveau Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEWStepped up markedly on his hurdles debut form when runner-up behind stablemate Isaac des Obeaux at Chepstow (19.5f) in November Well held next 2 outings, but returned to that sort of form when fifth at same track (23.6f, good) recently Each-way player TFRHHHII BHA105

6 STRINGTOYOURBOW (IRE) (61) 21//0PP3- D 7 11-10

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Mimi And Bow

Nick Scholfield Gillman Int Plywood St Quinton S-Daniel Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Mr & Mrs R. & N. Furlong NAF

TIMEFORM VIEWFair winning hurdler who showed some promise after 19-month absence at Cheltenham in October Pulled up sent chasing on his next 2 starts but showed form in that sphere when third at Fakenham a couple of months ago. Looks well treated back hurdling TFRHHHHH BHA105

7 GHOST HUNTER (IRE) (29) 2/0444- 5 11-9

B g Milan - Garlucy (IRE) Paul O’Brien

Miss C. Shipp Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Terence Conroy 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 buy after finishing second in an Irish point in April 2023 and ran about as well as could be expected from a stiff-looking opening mark when fourth of 7 in at this course (20f, soft) last month. Hiked up in trip but looks one for fences down the line TFRHHHII BHA104 ) ) soft) well

8

LUBEAT FORAS (IRE) (23) U6P3P6-

Ch g Aizavoski (IRE) - Roomier (IRE)

Relentless Dreamers Racing

Br Mrs Kay Curtis

9 11-7

Ben Jones

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/bumper winner who was placed in maiden hurdles in 2021/22 season Hasn’t always impressed with his jumping over fences since returning from an absence and a return to timber with headgear on failed to do the trick here recently Tongue tied tried. TFRHHIII BHA102

9 MR TAMBOURINE MAN (IRE) (31) 0P6PPP- C 7 11-5

B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE)

Midd Shire Racing

Jack Tudor

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Barronstown Stud B G Middleton Developments Ltd, W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in spring 2022 but he has been unable to replicat this form since (pulled up in 4 of his last 5 starts). Mark in freefall Visor on TFRHHIII BHA100

10 HOBB’S DELIGHT (GB) (103) 5/30121- D

B g Milan - Hobb’s Dream (IRE)

8 10-11

Harry Cobden Hobbs and Mulholland

Br John Hobbs & Neil Mulholland

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEWImproved when dead-heating on Fontwell handicap debut (19f, soft) on Boxing Day and fortunate when resuming winning ways at Southwell (24.3f, soft) in February, left in front 2 out. 2lb higher but is lightly raced for his age and could have more to offer. TFRHHHHI BHA92

2023: SCRUM DIDDLY (IRE) 5 11 7 Brendan Powell 7-4 (Oliver Sherwood) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.

Stewards Note:

MR TAMBOURINE MAN: Following its run on 14/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Hobb’s Delight (GB), 7-2 Hurricane Danny (FR), 9-2 Stringtoyourbow (IRE), 12-1 Rare Clouds (GB), Ghost Hunter (IRE), 16-1 Lubeat Foras (IRE), 20-1 Paricolor (FR), A Definite Getaway (IRE), 25-1 Mr Tambourine Man (IRE)

FIFTH RACE 4.00

ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 191YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE AK BETS BIG PRICES BIG LIMITS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II)

Total prize fund

£7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Pipe (26 wins from 117 runners, 22%) runs HEURE DE GLOIRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs SPITALFIELD LONGEST TRAVELLER: IN THE AIR trained by A West, Epsom, 206 miles.

AVADA KEDAVRA failed to justify support making his handicap debut at Stratford 24 days ago but it’s far too soon to be writing off Nicky Henderson’s charge now quickly upped in trip and he’s worth another chance given his low-mileage profile. Crossing The Bar and Bataillon are others to consider, with Spitalfield not out of things either if brushing up his jumping

1 CROSSING THE BAR (IRE) (88) 564505- C 7 12-0

B g Poet’s Voice - Ship’s Biscuit

Salvo & Alex Giannini

Br Philip Newton

Joe Anderson (3)

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessful twice over hurdles at Plumpton (both at 25f) during 2022/23 season Best effort since when fifth of 13 in handicap at Ascot (23.5f) in February and he’s one to consider back from 88 days off with his yard in good form TFRHHHHI BHA110

2 IN THE AIR (FR) (26) PP00P0- 6 11-13

B g Coastal Path - Sably (FR)

Mr O. S. Harris

Br Mr Charles Magnien

Sam Twiston-Davies

Adam West, Epsom

TIMEFORM VIEW A triple hurdles winner for Gary Moore and made a good start over fences when second at Huntingdon in October. However, he has performed modestly in handful of starts over timber for present yard and fitting of a visor needs to make a significant impact here. TFRHHIII BHA109

3 BEHIND THE CURTAIN (IRE) (2) FP1P5-2

Br g Curtain Time (IRE) - Veronica’s Gift (IRE)

David Pipe Racing Club

10 11-12

David Pipe, Wellington

Br M. Kelleher W & S Recycling

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA108

4 I’M A STARMAN (GB) (31) 410135- 11 11-10

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay

Mr Mark Rimell

Br Mrs M. R. T. Rimell

Tom Bellamy

Mark Rimell, Witney

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who gained a second victory since the turn of the year at Plumpton (25f, soft) in March. Not disgraced either start subsequently but he may have to settle for a minor role again here. TFRHHHII BHA106

5 NEW FOUND FAME (IRE) (39) 5/F3244- 8 11-9

B g Fame And Glory - Coco Opera (IRE)

Mr Richard Lee

Br R. Lynch

Liam Harrison

Kerry Lee, Presteigne

TIMEFORM VIEW Jumping errors meant he was unable to progress as might have been expected over fences and he’s been unable to deliver back over hurdles in recent months. Mark continues to ease at least and he’s still lightly raced at this trip TFRHHHII BHA105

6

HEURE DE GLOIRE

(FR) (23) 103504- C 7 11-8

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Lounoas (FR)

Jack Tudor

Hour of Glory David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mr Patrick Joubert et al W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways in 2m mares ’ handicap here (15.8f) at the beginning of February. Hasn’t reproduced that level since but did at least run better when fourth over 20f back here 23 days ago. Steps back up in trip now TFRHHHII BHA104

7 BATAILLON (GB) (71) 022/6P2- 6 11-8

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Valbuena (IRE)

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed fair form when runner-up twice in France last spring and ran his best race for current connections when second of 4 in 19.5f Lingfield handicap (heavy) 71 days ago. Player if he can build on that tackling this even longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA104 3BEHIND ) ) vi Pipe, NE

Mr David Maxwell (3)

Mr David Maxwell Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br Mette Campbell-Andenaes The Fitzdares Club

1-2-3: 1.AVADA KEDAVRA (IRE) 2.CROSSING

8

SPITALFIELD (IRE) (46) 334364-

6 11-6

B g Mahler - Hollygrove Bonnie (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Mrs Mairead Liston Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br J. Conroy Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden hurdler who went down only to a couple of stronger stayers at the trip at Huntingdon (25f) in February. Chance-ending mistake held him back at Taunton later that month and inconsistent jumping didn’t help when fourth at Haydock (24.2f) in March. TFRHHHII BHA102

9 AVADA KEDAVRA (IRE) (24) 4/3005- 5 11-4

Br g Milan - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE)

Mr John P. McManus

Br William J. Noonan

Nico de Boinville

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

TIMEFORMVIEWWell-relatedsortwhodisplayeddefinitepromiseinnovice/maidensduringthewinter.Wellbacked,failedtoimprovewhenfifthonhandicapdebut at Stratford (18.7f) 24 days ago but interesting connections quickly opt for a marked step up in trip Not one to write off. TFRHHHHH BHA100

10 ITHAKA

(IRE)

(26) P0PP30-

B g Libranno - Taras Choice

8 11-0

Sean Bowen

National Infrastructure Solutions Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Maurice Stack

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a gamble in a Wincanton handicap last spring but only one real effort of note since and he again well below his best when well-beaten ninth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (23f) 26 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA96

2023: (See Div 1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 10. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Avada Kedavra (IRE), 11-2 Bataillon (GB), 7-1 New Found Fame (IRE), 8-1 Crossing The Bar (IRE), I’m A Starman (GB), Spitalfield (IRE), 10-1 Heure de Gloire (FR), 14-1 Ithaka (IRE), 22-1 In The Air (FR)

ABBREVIATIONS BF - Beaten Favourite.

- Course Winner D - Distance Winner. d - Disqualified.

SIXTH RACE 4.30

THREE MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (3M 3F 208YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE AK BETS BEST PRICE PREMIER LEAGUE 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)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (43 wins from 378 runners, 11%) runs COCONUT SPLASH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs COEUR SEREIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: TIP TOP MOUNTAIN trained by R Walford, Blandford, 197 miles.

GATS AND CO has returned to form lately and he’s on a winning mark based on past efforts, so he looks the most solid option in a race that lacks depth. Recent Chepstow winner Silver In Disguise is an obvious player and Coconut Splash needs considering for all that he’s a long time without a win.

DISGUISE

1 MUSICAL SLAVE (IRE) (38) P/20453-

B g Getaway (GER) - Inghwung

Mr John P. McManus

Br Simon Walford

SPLASH (IRE)

11 12-2

Elizabeth Gale (7)

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

TIMEFORMVIEWDecent second at Wincanton on return but has failed to build on that since, producing a modest display at Exeter last time Mark is falling all the while. TFRHHIII BHA122

2 AMATEUR

(IRE)

(45) 3/10PPP- CD

Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE)

11 12-2

Mr Edward Vaughan (7) Burnham P & D Ltd John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend

Br Dayton Investments Ltd Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed this last year and has edged back down to an appealing mark so, while he’s been performing modestly this year, he’s not completely dismissed after a short break. TFRHHHII BHA122

3 CHARLES

RITZ

(GB) (19) 42/1636-

B g Milan - Miss Ballantyne

8 12-0

Jonathan Burke

Mr David McDermott Tom George, Slad

Br Trull House Stud Ltd HBA Media

TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 8-y-o who tasted success over hurdles and improved when opening his chase account following at Exeter (19.2f, heavy) on New Year’s Day. However, he’s yet to build on that TFRHHIII BHA120

4 SAM BARTON (GB) (108) 4P2P/00- 9 11-13

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Bartons Bride (IRE)

Tom Bellamy Hemmings Racing

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br H.R.H. The Princess Royal Trust Inns Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who made a winning return over fences at Worcester in October 2022 Has been unable to deliver since, though TFRHHIII BHA119

5 COCONUT SPLASH (IRE) (72) P33432- 9 11-12

Ch g Stowaway - Presenting Chaos (IRE) Adam Wedge

Mr & Mrs William Rucker

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Kieran Lennon Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best, but has yet to win in this sphere. Respectable performance at Southwell 72 days ago and can’t be ruled out from a handy mark. TFRHHHII BHA118

6 SILVER IN DISGUISE (GB) (19) 3P5541- 10 11-12

Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Silver Spinner Alan Johns

Mr J Durston & Mr N Harris Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Mrs S. C. Welch Dragonbet, Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Capitalised on a reduced mark when scoring (in slightly fortunate fashion) at Chepstow last time and remains well treated on his best efforts, so merits plenty of respect. TFRHHHHI BHA118

7 COEUR SEREIN (IRE) (28) F0U0P0- 10 11-12

B g Fame And Glory - Balvenie (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr Andy Ralph Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Seamus Kennedy Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Has dropped a long way in the weights Performed modestly at Cheltenham last time TFRHHIII BHA118

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1-2-3:

8

DR KANANGA (GB) (23) P22PU4-

10 11-11

B g Dapper - Crepe de Chine (FR) Ben Jones

Tootell, Tomkies & Tory

Ben Clarke, Beaminster

Br Mrs C. M. Bowman Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Back on track when fourth of 9 in handicap chase at this course (25.3f, good to soft, 10/1) 23 days ago but he’s not the force of old. TFRHHIII BHA117

9 PEEJAYBEE (FR) (28) 0/44136-

8 11-9

Ch g Ballingarry (IRE) - Playa du Charmil (FR) Sean Bowen

Martin Gowing and Paul Booker

Br SCEA Ecurie Brindor & SCEA Du Claux

Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful 3 times over hurdles and opened his account in this sphere on just his second run for current yard in 5-runner handicap at Doncaster (3m, soft) in March. Has remained in form since and first-time visor could help. TFRHHHII BHA115

10 TIP TOP MOUNTAIN (IRE) (26) 034154- 9 11-9

B g Mountain High (IRE) - The Central Lady (IRE)

Mr R. J. Brown

Bryan Carver

Robert Walford, Blandford

Br Pat Casey & Liam O’Doherty Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark for the season in hard-fought fashion at Fontwell in March but has looked in the handicapper’s grip on both subsequent outings TFRHHIII BHA115

11 JERRASH (GB)

(23) 4P2345-

B g Kayf Tara - Sudden Light (IRE)

Mr P. Bowen

Br M&R Refurbishments Ltd

7 11-9

Lorcan Williams

Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORMVIEW 3-time winner over hurdles (at up to 25f) who was perked up by fitting of blinkers when second over fences at Fontwell (27.7f) in January. Unable to replicate this display since and headgear is changed now. TFRHHIII BHA115

12 GATS AND CO (GB) (19) 2200F2- C

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Vineuil (FR)

9 11-8

Connor Brace

Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend

Br Mr David Brace Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly treated on his best form and, fit from points, he ran with credit under a positive ride at Chepstow (goes well there) recently Solid claims in a race where plenty have something to prove TFRHHHHH BHA114

13

BALLYDISCO (IRE)

(19) P44P05- C

B g Presenting - Alphadite (IRE)

7 10-13

Micheal Nolan

Mr N. Sutton Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br Amanda Lindsell Philip Hobbs Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the target twice off higher marks last spring, including over 23 6f here, but he has been unable to fire over both sets of obstacles in recent months TFRHHIII BHA105

14 LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) (24) 0P1123-

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Neat ‘n Nimble

9 10-2

James Best Woodhayes Racing Club

Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br Mrs Patricia Doran Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to last season’s form from out of the blue to take advantage of a much-reduced mark at Wincanton and followed up at Exeter in March. Has remained in form since and should give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA93

2023: AMATEUR (IRE) 10 11 10 Toby Wynne 2-1 (John Flint) 6 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Visor worn first time by No. 9, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 8, 10, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 13.

Stewards Note:

DR KANANGA: Following its run on 22/4/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped left and hung both ways.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Gats And Co (GB), 5-1 Silver In Disguise (GB), 13-2 Coconut Splash (IRE), 11-1 Peejaybee (FR), 12-1 Lightonthewing (IRE), 14-1 Musical Slave (IRE), 18-1 Charles Ritz (GB), 20-1 Ballydisco (IRE), 22-1 Dr Kananga (GB), 25-1 Tip Top Mountain (IRE), 28-1 Amateur (IRE), Coeur Serein (IRE), 33-1 Sam Barton (GB), Jerrash (GB)

Both on and off the course are helping to pay for the improvement of racing through the Levy Fund

THE HORSERACING BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £126,570 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 177YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE

AK

BETS MASSIVE PRICES USPGA GOLF HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund

£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (43 wins from 378 runners, 11%) runs AERONISI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs FILE ILLICO LONGEST TRAVELLER: DYNAMITE KENTUCKY trained by Dr R Newland & J Insole, Droitwich, 147 miles.

Having shown fair form sent chasing in 2022/23, DYNAMITE KENTUCKY proved that he retains his ability when runner-up at Hexham 23 days ago and he can build on that effort to gain a first success in this sphere. Ballyrashane has been going the right way over fences and isn’t taken lightly, with Aeronisi completing the shortlist

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1 DYNAMITE KENTUCKY (FR) (23) 2/4P52/2- D 9 12-0

Ch g Kentucky Dynamite (USA) - Madonna Incognito (USA) Charlie Hammond Off The Clock Partners & Dr RDP Newland Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Br Ecurie Du Sud Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWDual hurdles winner who posted his best effort since switched to fences when second at Hereford (25.2f) last February. After 14 months off, wasn’t discredited when second at Hexham last month. Major player on the back of his recent run. TFRHHHHH BHA100

2 AERONISI (IRE) (44) 531/2/43- 8 12-0

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Carrigeen Lonicera (IRE) Adam Wedge

Aircraft Tool Hire Ltd Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Mrs R. H. Lalor Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWMade awinningchase bow at Fontwell (26f) for this yard in March 2022 and good secondat Chepstow later the same year Off 16 months subsequently, but failed to come on for his reappearance when well held back at Chepstow last month. Remains lightly raced in this sphere, though TFRHHHHI BHA100

3 LIGHT FLICKER

(IRE) (54) 06PP4P- D

12 11-9

B g Royal Anthem (USA) - Five Cents More (IRE) Ben Poste

Mr S Steel & Ms V Peets Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br G. & J. Haverty

TIMEFORM VIEWEncouraging effort when seventh of 19 in a Cheltenham handicap (25f) in October but he hasn’t gone on from that since and was pulled up at Hexham last time Has enough to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA95

4

SAFE

DESTINATION

(GB) (20) 1P1P55- D

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Leighton Lass

6 11-3

Mr Malcolm Berryman Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Yorton Farm Stud

NON-RUNNER

Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWNot the most reliable but won at Uttoxeter and Ludlow (both at around 24f) in 2023/24. After 3 months off, ran respectably when fifth of 15 at Warwick 20 days ago, so he’s capable of getting involved if on a going day. Cheekpieces now added. NON RUNNER TFRIIIII BHA89

5 FILE ILLICO (FR) (20) 06P34P- C D 9 11-0

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Noryane (FR)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mr Yves De Soultrait Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 times during a very productive first season over fences in 2021/22 but has been inconsistent since, running modestly on his last 2 starts including when pulled up at Warwick 20 days ago. Up in trip here. TFRHHIII BHA86

6 UNSPEAKABLE (IRE) (22) 1/06PP0- D 6 10-11

Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Croise Naofa (IRE)

Mr S. Chappell

Robert Dunne

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Jack O’Dwyer NAF

TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved to win a Taunton handicap hurdle (23.9f) in March 2023 but wasn’t able to match that level last season, including when pulled up at Fakenham on his chase debut in November Possibly needed the run after 4 months off over hurdles last time, though. TFRHHIII BHA83

7 BALLYRASHANE (IRE) (24) 0/04122- D 7 10-9

B g Milan - Musical Madam (IRE)

Nick Scholfield

Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud NAF

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who left his chase debut form behind when successful at Fakenham (29.1f) in March. Has run at least as well when second both starts since, bumping into an improver at this C&D on the first occasion Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA81

8

PRINCE CLENI (FR) (21) 21044P- D

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Cleni River (FR)

Daffodil Racing Cleni

6 10-8

Jack Tudor

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br S.C.E.A de La Metairie NAF

TIMEFORM VIEWLittle form over hurdles but did well over fences at the start of last summer, runner-up at Uttoxeter before going one better at Southwell (both at around 24f) Performed modestly since then, but this run should reveal more with his recent outing behind him. TFRHHHII BHA80

9 REIGN SUEPREME

(IRE) (169) 3PU312- D 9 10-8

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Runaround Sue (IRE)

Pant Y Gerdinen Equine Ltd

Br Trish Powell

James Davies

Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who opened his account under Rules when just holding on for success at Sedgefield (26.9f) in October. Backed up that effort when second at the same C&D the following month, so he can make his presence felt if returning in the same form TFRHHHII BHA80

10 GRAND

ESCAPARDE

(IRE) (26) 0/0500- 6 10-7

B g Getaway (GER) - Liane de Pougy (FR)

Ciaran Gethings

The Xtra Specials Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Mr George Clohessy Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWWell held in a bumper and fared no better in novice/maiden hurdles last season In first-time cheekpieces, he was unable to make an impact in an Exeter handicap (17.5f) on his chasing bow last month Now tried significantly up in trip TFRHHIII BHA79

11 HIGGS (IRE) (11) 6P622-1 D

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Captain Supreme (IRE)

11 10-5

James Best

Mr Andrew Gough Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Br Mrs D. Cashman SJD Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran who finally get off the mark over fences when successful at Uttoxeter (24f) 11 days ago, though had the benefit of an enterprising ride Task is now to be able to build on his latest effort TFRHHHII BHA77

12 DEBACLE

(GB) (18)

13/4P32- D

B g Bach (IRE) - De Blanc (IRE)

11 10-2

Ben Jones

Mr Hywel Evans Debra Hamer, Carmarthen

Br Mr Jeremy Hancock

TIMEFORM VIEWDual winning pointer but little form under Rules, finishing a well-beaten third of 4 in a novice hunter at Chepstow (only completed start in chases) in April last year Runner-up in a point last month. TFRHHIII BHA69

2023: EASKEY LAD (IRE) 8 11 6 Ben Jones 17-2 (Rebecca Curtis) 11 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7, 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, 12. Stewards Note:

AERONISI: Following its run on 1/4/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Higgs (IRE), 5-1 Ballyrashane (IRE), 11-2 Aeronisi (IRE), 6-1 Dynamite Kentucky (FR), 10-1 Reign Suepreme (IRE), 16-1 Prince Cleni (FR), 18-1 File Illico (FR), Unspeakable (IRE), 20-1 Grand Escaparde (IRE), 22-1 Debacle (GB), 28-1 Light Flicker (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AK BETS APP MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 9th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 22 entries at £38. - Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.30 - THE AK BETS HOME OF FREE BETS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 22 entries at £75.Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE AK BETS WATCH ALL UK RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 9th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 29 entries at £30. - Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.30 - THE AK BETS BIG PRICES BIG LIMITS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £38. - Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.00 - THE AK BETS BIG PRICES BIG LIMITS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £38. - Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.30 - THE AK BETS BEST PRICE PREMIER LEAGUE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £44. - Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.05 - THE AK BETS MASSIVE PRICES USPGA GOLF HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 9th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 13th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries at £30. - Closed May 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money.Winner £2484; Second £1242;Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155.(Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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