Welcome to Hereford Racecourse for an afternoon of jump racing, and thank you to our race sponsors BetWright for their support today. We also welcome the Injured Jockey’s Fund who are hosting a fundraiser today in our restaurant, supported by Richard Johnson, and we hope all guests enjoy their day with us.
If you haven’t made a start on the Christmas shopping yet, then the Injured Jockeys’ Fund stand here with us today is the perfect place to start! With Christmas cards, gifts and much more available to purchase, with all proceeds going to such a worthy cause, do pay them a visit next to the winner’s enclosure. Thank you also to the volunteers from the Hereford Poppy Appeal who are here today collecting for the 2025 Herefordshire Appeal
Following hospitality selling out for both our December fixtures, we have recently launched a ‘Winter Warmer’ restaurant package on Tuesday 25th November, which includes admission, racecards, and a two course hot buffet lunch at a private table in our restaurant, and is on sale for £59pp For more details or to book please visit the website or visit the racecourse office today.
We next race a week on Tuesday, 11th November, followed by the Venetia Williams ’30 Years in Training’ Raceday on Tuesday 25th November, to celebrate her achievements and enjoy a parade of stable stars as well as a Q&A panel, proceeds from the day will be supporting Headway Herefordshire, the brain injury association who were closely linked with the late Liam Treadwell.
We hope you enjoy your day with us today.
Best wishes
Camilla Esling, General Manager
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABANDONMENT POLICY
In the event of racing being abandoned, the following rules apply:
• Abandonment before completion of the 1st race – badge valid for the next race meeting or full refund
• Abandonment prior to completion of the 3rd race – 50% refund
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BABY CHANGING FACILITIES
Baby changing facilities can be found in the main toilet block next to the raceday office to the left of the main entrance and in the Rusty Bridge Restaurant toilets Please ask a member of staff for details of a private breast feeding area, if required.
DISABLED VISITORS
Forward parking is available for blue badge holders, stewards will direct you. For disabled visitors requiring a carer, the carer is admitted free of change There is a disabled viewing area accessible through Rusty Bridge for wheelchair users, and disabled toilets on site.
DOGS
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The first aid room is located inside the main entrance. LITTER
Please help us keep Hereford Racecourse tidy by disposing of your litter and old betting slips in the bins provided
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT HEREFORD
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse. The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk
PHOTOGRAPHY
Flash photography is not permitted at any time Press and Commercial photographers must pre-arrange the necessary permission with the racecourse office at least 7 days before the race meeting Amateur photographers are only permitted to take photographs in the areas normally open to the public and should not encroach upon areas specifically designated for or used by professional photographers. Professional filming and photography takes place here at Hereford Racecourse for various publications and broadcasting, and racegoers (including families) consent to being filmed, photographed and otherwise recorded by Hereford Racecourse or any third party authorised by Hereford Racecourse
SAFETY
In the interests of public safety all visitors to the Racecourse should follow directions of the Safety Stewards on the Stands and the Raceday Staff throughout the racecourse Please do not leave bags or your possessions unattended at any time as this could cause a security alert. The racecourse reserves the right to ask anyone clearly under the influence of alcohol to leave at any time. Racegoers are requested to be particularly aware of their personal safety in all areas where they come into close contact with the horses, such as the parade ring and the horse walks.
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
Sophie Candy (Chief Steward) Peta Evetts (Stewards’Panel Chair)
Milly Bersey, Margaret Groves, Guy Upton
STARTERS
William Jordan
Ciaran McKee
JUDGE
Guy Lewis
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Robert Cuthbert
VETERINARY OFFICER
Katherine Byam-Cook
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Liam J Kearns, MVB, MRCVS
Agnes Codina Guardia, MRCVS
Ollie Morrison, MRCVS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Chris Reynolds
Dr Philip Pritchard
Dr Ian Roberts
Hereford Racecourse is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Brighton, Chepstow, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter, Wolverhampton and Worcester racecourses MONDAY 3RD NOVEMBER
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Joanna Vickers, Rachel Barnett, Jeremy Willis, Mel Baker
COMMENTATOR
David Fitzgerald
BETTING RING MANAGER
Mike Steven
GENERAL MANAGER
Camilla Esling
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Molly King
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Oliver Whittaker
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Camilla Esling
PADDOCK PRESENTER
Cornelius Lysaght
Located next to the Winners' Enclosure offering award-winning hot food, sandwiches, plus tea & coffee, bottled bar & soft drinks
Located next to the Hummingbird Bar
Selection of drinks including full draught and bottled bar. Plus Day At the Races Redemption Point.
HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
form guide
previous performances
/=new season
colour graphic weight st-lb
horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name birthplace of horse if not Great Britain No of days since last ran
1COURTLIABILITY(IRE)(27)2-
-=new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite age
11
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Whataliability (IRE)
NashWebbPaverVandenberghe&10Percenters
Br Brendan K. Fitzpatrick
411-4
Harry Bannister
Harry Whittington, Sparsholt
TIMEFORMVIEW Cost £88,000 after finishing runner-up in an Irish point and has won a Fontwell bumper and 21f Sedgefield novice hurdle for new connections. Good chance he can make it 3 in a row TFRHHHHH BHA-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed. By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope
Can be given little or no chance
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.
You must be 18 or over to place a bet
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
Today’s Owners & Trainers lounge is located in the Rusty Bridge restaurant overlooking the racecourse.
Complimentary tea, coffee & luncheon is available throughout the day (on production of the correct voucher) with a full pay bar and tote betting.
Susan Mackay is your dedicated hostess and here to help Owners throughout today.
The Syndicate Lounge is located in the Parade Ring Marquee, for those with pre-registered badges.
Complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits are available throughout the day with a full pay bar and tote betting.
FIRST RACE 1.20
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 147YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETWRIGHT BETTHEWRIGHTWAY ‘HANDS AND HEELS’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 5)(Conditional & Amateur Jockeys’) (Part of the Racing Excellence Series)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (19 wins from 88 runners, 22%) runs KNIGHTSBRIDGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (13 wins from 28 runners, 46%) runs KOPA KILANA LONGEST TRAVELLER: OLD BRIDGE trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 96 miles.
An unexposed profile provides hope that KNIGHTSBRIDGE can build on last month’s course handicap debut third. Kopa Kilana underperformed last time but had been knocking on the door prior to that and can bounce back to form and provide the main threat ahead of Old Bridge, who performed with credit in a competitive heat at Chepstow last time
colours no horse age st lb
1 NOLLYADOR(FR)(206)65//316P-C
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Playa du Charmil (FR)
8 12-0
Cameron Johnstone-Baker (3)
The Nolly Syndicate Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Br SCEA Ecurie Brindor & SCEA Du Claux Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner in February on second outing back from long absence. Failed to build on that in handicap hurdle/chase in the spring but back from a 6-month break (had wind surgery) with Emma Lavelle among the winners. TFRHHHII BHA105
2
DONRAFAEL(IRE)(176)31046-3CD
B g Always Dreaming (USA) - Palinodie (FR)
5 11-13
Oscar Palmer
The Lucky Seven Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham Br Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Two hurdle wins for Martin Keighley, including a C&D handicap off 2lb lower last November Has changed yards ahead of this first outing for 176 days. TFRHHHII BHA104
3 OLDBRIDGE(FR)(24)4224P6
Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Aki Anyasova (FR)
South West Rail Solutions Limited
4 11-9
Rian Corcoran (5)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mrs P. Lafitte & Mr A. Edwards W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a handicap at Uttoxeter and Worcester novice (both at 2 1/2m) during the summer Back to that sort of level when sixth of 16 in 19.5f Chepstow handicap last month. TFRHHHII BHA101
4 WALKINTHEWOODS(IRE)(176)032R4-1D
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mercy Mission
8 11-4
Osian Radford (3) Vale Racing 1
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Liam Norris Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who got off the mark over fences at Plumpton in May, albeit in a weak 3-runner affair Reverts to hurdles off a 1lb lower mark than Plumpton so should be competitive if fully tuned after 6 months off TFRHHHII BHA95
5 VIRTUALHUG(IRE)(16)000/0/0-5
B g Buratino (IRE) - Cotton Camera (IRE)
Mike Harris Racing & Nikki Evans Racing
7 11-1
Mr Jack Stenhouse (5)
Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Oghill House Stud Radnor Hills S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from the Flat but could only manage fifth of 11 in 2m Stratford handicap hurdle last month Eased 3lb but it doesn’t look enough. TFRHHIII BHA92
6 KOPAKILANA(IRE)(11)334220
B g Milan - Kophinou (FR)
8 11-0
Mr Johnathan Rees (5)
Ladies in Racing 1 Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr R. Bryan Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWSolesuccesscameondebutinaMarketRasenbumper4yearsagobutnotlongwiththisyardandheshapedwellwhenrunner-uptwiceover 2 1/2m at Perth in September Latest Fontwell effort was disappointing but he’s capable of bouncing back in first-time blinkers. TFRHHHHI BHA91
7 KNIGHTSBRIDGE(FR)(21)4603
5 10-13
Bl g Tirwanako (FR) - Fait La Belle (FR) Freddie Keighley Salman Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mr Etienne Raquin & Mr Herve Cozenot Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW First sign of promise when 3 lengths third of 8 on 25.5f course handicap debut 3 weeks ago Drops back in trip now with first-time cheekpieces added to his tongue tie. Respected as an unexposed sort. TFRHHHHH BHA90
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8
(19)P22-000
B g Mahler - Brienna (IRE)
CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd
Br Maurice Harrington
8 10-4
Isabella Oliver (3)
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t achieve much when runner-up in maiden/novice hurdles last November and no impact in handicaps (1 hurdle, 2 chase) this season.
9 WISTMANSPRINCE(GB)(153)0/P6-5
B g Jack Hobbs - Tara Mac
TFRHHIII BHA81
5 10-2
Mr Harry O’Dwyer (3)
The Pragmatists Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Br Tim Vaughan Fitzdares Limited, Miss Lee S TIMEFORMVIEW Little promise in bumper and maiden/novice hurdles More realistic chance now handicapping and worth a second look in the betting with a first-time tongue tie added.
TFRHHHII BHA76
2024: BREAD AND BUTTER (IRE) 9 11 11 Lewis Saunders 16-1 (Olly Murphy) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5, 7, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1. Stewards Note:
NOLLYADOR: Following its run on 11/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Kopa Kilana (IRE), 9-2 Don Rafael (IRE), 11-2 Walkinthewoods (IRE), Knightsbridge (FR), 15-2 Old Bridge (FR), 8-1 Nollyador (FR), 16-1 Virtual Hug (IRE), 18-1 Wistmans Prince (GB), 50-1 Bennettshill (IRE)
It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid bookmakers badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets in the course of their business Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted from the racecourse
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT HEREFORD
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital.
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk
Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Henderson (10 wins from 44 runners, 23%) runs PLANTERS PUNCH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Hobbs & J White (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs DAKOTA STAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: DAKOTA STAR trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 111 miles.
PLANTERS PUNCH gets the vote for Nicky Henderson, with confidence in his chance increased should the market vibes be strong. Aqua Bleu and Dakota Star are other likely types but this is a race where the betting will provide more clues
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mrs Mouse (IRE)
Jim and Claire Limited
Br Declan & Denis Phelan
Harry Bannister
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Warren Greatrex Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding. Half-brother to useful dual bumper winner/fairly useful 2m/2 1/2m hurdle winner Destination Dubai. Makes paper appeal. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 DAKOTASTAR(GB)(-)
Bl g Dink (FR) - Karastani Ben Jones
Mr M. J Rembaum
Br Alne Park Stud
Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
TIMEFORMVIEWDinkgeldingoutofahalf-sistertousefulhurdler/fairlyusefulchasewinner(stayed21f)Karasenirandfairlyusefulhurdler/chaser(stayed27f) Solstice Son. Tongue tied for debut. Likely contender for a respected yard which has been among the winners lately. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 GALLICMELODY(IRE)(27)0
B g Shaman (IRE) - Music And Dance
Austin, June & Jonny Allison
11-0
Jonathan Burke
Noel Williams, Blewbury
Br Norelands Bloodstock & M. Gilsenan Noel Williams Racing Limited, Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, seventh of 10 in bumper at Huntingdon (2m, good to firm) on debut 27 days ago, merely closing up late having been outpaced. Wastes no time switching to hurdles TFRHHIII BHA-
4
MAESTRODUMESNIL(FR)(-)
Gr c Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Cry For You (FR)
C & C Boultbee Brooks
11-0
Richard Patrick
Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br Mme Henri Devin Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Goliath Du Berlais colt Dam, 17f/19f hurdle/chase winner in France, sister to winning hurdler/smart chaser (2 1/4m-21f winner) Still Loving You and useful hurdler/chaser (2m-2 1/4m winner) Toi Et Le Soleil. The betting should help guide to expectations. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 PLANTERSPUNCH(GB)
(-)
11-0
B g Planteur (IRE) - Hoola Hula Nico de Boinville Five Alive Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Planteur gelding. Half-brother to modest hurdler Jack Hoola. Dam (h90), maiden hurdler, closely related to useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Moyross. Highly respected on debut for top stable. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6
PEACEOFAMARON(GB)(-)
Ch f Amaron - Peace Flower (IRE)
10-7
Robert Dunne Mr J. Rees Debra Hamer, Carmarthen Br Yorton Farm Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sister to 2 winners and half-sister to numerous winners on Flat, including German 1m-1 1/4m winner Peace of Rose Dam winner around 1m Bred to have a future but possibly best watched this time TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 2, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Planters Punch (GB), 3-1 Aqua Bleu (IRE), 4-1 Dakota Star (GB), 7-1 Maestro du Mesnil (FR), 9-1 Gallic Melody (IRE), 25-1 Peace of Amaron (GB)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
THIRD RACE 2.20
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (3M 1F 44YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BEATWRIGHT: BEAT THE WRIGHT WAY NOVICES’HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
(GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8900 Owners Prize Money 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E Williams (14 wins from 167 runners, 8%) runs D’JO DELA BARRIERE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (5 wins from 11 runners, 45%) runs COPSHILL LAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: COPSHILL LAD trained by H Derham, Newbury, 87 miles.
Bumper winner THE LONG POINT showed promise over hurdles last term, but he’s likely to be seen inafarbetterlightnowtacklingthelargerobstacles.Theformof themaidenpointinwhichhewasthirdonhissolestartbetween the flags has worked out really well and the 6-y-o, who represents a yard that has made a good start to the season, could be well treated for this chase debut Gris Majeur brushed Redbridge Rambler aside at Ludlow last month and he is feared most
TIMEFORMVIEWThirdsolestartbetweentheflagsandlandedaHuntingdonbumperonRulesdebutinMay2024 GoodsecondinaKemptonhandicaponthirdstart over hurdles last season and, though modest at Exeter when last seen in March, he appeals as the type to make a better chaser. TFRHHHHH BHA109
3 COPSHILLLAD(IRE)(198)
155535-
Gr g Kingston Hill - Una Sorpresa (GER)
7 11-8
Paul O’Brien Middleham Park Racing XLVII Harry Derham, Newbury
Br Miss Roisin O’Brien Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWHurdleswinneratStratfordlastOctoberandbesteffortsincewhenthirdof12inaUttoxeterhandicapoveratripjustsouthof3mduring the spring. However, followed that with a modest effort and will need to improve for the switch to fences if he’s to take this TFRHHHII BHA107
4
D’JODELABARRIERE(FR)(11)555511C
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Morning Rose (GER)
6 11-8
Conor Ring Baytree Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mrs Joselita Planchenault
TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways in 3m handicap hurdle atFfos Laslast month and subsequentlyopened chaseaccount at the fourthattempt at Ludlow (23.8f, good to soft). However, he was the only one of the three runners to complete there and this will be tougher up 3lb TFRHHHII BHA107
5
REDBRIDGERAMBLER(IRE)(26)414-P42
B g Mahler - Entertain Me
7 11-1
Freddie Keighley (7) David Maughan Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Mrs A. L. Merry & Mr Brett Merry FBC Manby Bowdler S TIMEFORMVIEWFollowedbreakthroughsuccessinthissphereatChepstowinMarchwithastringofbelowparefforts Backontracktoanextentwhenchasinghome 9-length winner Gris Majeur in a first-time visor at Ludlow, but cheekpieces now refitted and it remains to be seen if he’ll build on that. TFRHHHII BHA100
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5. Stewards Note: THE LONG POINT: Following its run on 18/3/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 The Long Point (IRE), 7-2 Gris Majeur (FR), 4-1 D’Jo Dela Barriere (FR), 11-2 Redbridge Rambler (IRE), 8-1 Copshill Lad (IRE)
1-2-3: 1.THE LONG POINT (IRE) 2.GRIS MAJEUR (FR) 3.REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
Tuesday 11 November th
Tuesday 25 November th
Venetia Williams Raceday
Wednesday 10 December th Saturday 20 December th
Christmas Jumper Raceday
Monday 12 January th Monday 26 January th Wednesday 11 February th
22 February nd
7 March th
Day
18 March th
25 March th Monday 6 April th Easter Family Fun Raceday
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (19 wins from 88 runners, 22%) runs RIVIERA WALK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Williams (2 wins from 24 runners, 8%) runs GETAROSE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ACEOFADIAMOND trained by E Pickard, Taunton, 87 miles.
RIVIERA WALK shaped well on her hurdling bow when runner-up at Chepstow and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to quickly get off the mark here. Hurdling newcomers Montemares and Not For Passin appeal as the pair to give the selection most to do in that order
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Top Lot (IRE)
Miss Megan Bevan (7)
Running for fun partnership Ella Pickard, Taunton
Br John James O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW No show in bumpers and pulled up all three starts over hurdles
2 NOTFORPASSIN(IRE)(172)2-1
Ch g Casamento (IRE) - On Khee
B Jones & Son
Br Mr Michael D. Hickey
TFRHHIII BHA-
5 11-4
Charlie Price (3)
Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up in an Irish point before readily landing a Perth bumper (2m, good to soft) in May for Sean McParlan
A likely player now going hurdling for his new handler. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 TUFTON(IRE)(32)3-04
B g Malinas (GER) - No Ordinary Love (IRE)
Mr Philip Rowley
5 11-4
Charlie Deutsch
Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Br Aidan Fogarty Ap Precision Groundworks S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a point bumper and (tongue tied) looked in need of the run when a remote fourth of 5 on his hurdling bow in 2m4f Southwell novice last month. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 LOVISDESCEAUX(FR)(19)02-6U
Gr g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Elle de Sceaux (FR)
Mr Keith Stait
4 11-3
Shane Fenelon (5)
Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Br S.C.E.A Ecurie Haras de La Rousseliere SJD Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a Hereford bumper for Tom Weston in April. Too free in Worcester bumper on his yard debut and unseated 2nd on his hurdles bow there last month. Has it to prove TFRHHIII BHA-
5
(-) 4 11-3
B g Frontiersman - Mawaweel (IRE)
Stan Sheppard
John & Gay Chinn Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Mrs J. Way
Plumbing World S
TIMEFORM VIEW €45,000 3-y-o, Frontiersman gelding. Dam, ran once on Flat, half-sister to (2m-2 3/4m winner) Mustamir Considered newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
6
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Taradissima Has (FR) Ben Poste Lady Gibbings Tom Symonds, Hentland
Br Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Gun Dog Gin Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on Hereford bumper third when only fifth in similar company at Ffos Las 6 months ago Could still do better now going over hurdles TFRHHHII BHA-
7 POKERWAY(FR)(303)0- 4 11-3
Ch g Galiway - Penjing (FR) Toby Wynne G&D Thoroughbreds Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie Haras Des Marais Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue tied when last of 8 in juvenile hurdle at Pau 10 months ago on his sole run for Emmanuel Clayeux. Needs a big step forward for his new stable. TFRHHIII BHA-
1-2-3: 1.RIVIERA WALK (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
RIVIERAWALK(IRE)(22)100-2
Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Breve de Comptoir (FR)
Anne, Harriet & Lucinda Bond
5 10-11
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair bumper winner who made an encouraging start in this sphere when second of 5 in novice hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, good to firm) 22 days ago. The one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 GETAROSE(IRE)(18)4
B f Getaway (GER) - Fleur Rose (IRE)
Mr R. E. R. Williams
Br Ballymorisheen Stables
4 10-10
Conor Ring
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, hinted at promise when fourth of 6 in novice at Ffos Las (15.8f, good) on her debut 18 days ago. She can do better now stepping up in trip TFRHHHII BHA-
2024: KILBARRY HILL 6 11 4 Sean Bowen 1-2 (Olly Murphy) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 3.
Running for the first time since Gelding No 5.
Stewards Note:
ACEOFADIAMOND: Following its run on 18/10/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its left fore shoe
RIVIERA WALK: Following its run on 12/10/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Riviera Walk (IRE), 9-4 Not For Passin (IRE), 12-1 Peter’s Last Deal (FR), 16-1 Montemares (GB), Poker Way (FR), Getarose (IRE), 25-1 Tufton (IRE), 33-1 Lovis de Sceaux (FR), 300-1 Aceofadiamond (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 3.20
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 53YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE THE INJURED JOCKEY’S FUND 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)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E Williams (14 wins from 167 runners, 8%) runs KAVIAR WOOD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 35 runners, 20%) runs SUN ART LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIASSE D’ARGENT trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 138 miles.
It was just a three-runner bumper that CONSTANTINIAN won at Market Rasen, but the runner-up has since won well on his hurdles debut, so the form may actually prove to be pretty decent and Oliver Signy’s charge is taken to make a winning start in this sphere, too. Sun Art got the job done at Ludlow when last seen in March and he rates the main danger ahead of Irish import Romany Brown, who has been a shade below par in his two starts for this yard.
1 ROMANYBROWN(IRE)(38)334-130
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Glenahiry (IRE)
5 11-7
Harry Bannister Case Racing Partnership & Anita J Lush Ben Case, Banbury
Br Patrick Crotty David Andrews Construction Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in a 16-runner Killarney maiden hurdle (17f, good) on final outing for previous connections in May. Having changed hands for £42,000 the following month, he has been below par in 2 starts for this yard and is probably worth taking on under his penalty. TFRHHHII BHA117
2 SUNART(FR)(228)63351-D
B g Masked Marvel - Lexus du Charmil (FR)
Imperial Racing Partnership
6 11-7
Jonathan Burke
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Guilhaine Le Borgne BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed initialhurdlespromise when, ridden more positivelywith a tonguestrapreplacinga hood, landing a 5-runnerLudlownovice (15.8f, good) on his latest start in March. That wasn’t much of a race, but he commands plenty of respect here nonetheless. TFRHHHHI BHA113
3
CONSTANTINIAN(IRE)
(232)31-
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Trinity Rainbow (IRE)
The St George & the Dragon Partnership
Br Richard & Martin O’Keeffe
5 11-0
David Bass
Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Oliver Signy Racing Llp S
TIMEFORMVIEWShapedwellwhenthirdondebutinaWincantonbumperinJanuaryandaccountedforhis2rivalsinafirst-timetonguestrapatMarketRasen(16.6f,good) next time. The second in that bumper won on hishurdles debut last month and this5-y-o will be a seriousplayer if his jumping passes the test TFRHHHHH BHA-
4
EMACULATESOLDIER(GER)(13)04
5 11-0
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Enjoy The Life Ben Godfrey
Mr R. J. Manning Kathy Turner, Sherborne
Br Gestut Hof Ittlingen U.S.J. Weiss Beaver Electrical Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW Flat winner for Archie Watson, but he hasn’t pulled up any trees in a couple of runs over hurdles so far. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 KAVIARWOOD(FR)(8)2334-00 5 11-0
Ch g Nom de d’La (FR) - Tulipe des Sacart (FR)
Mrs C. Williams
Br Bertwood Stables & Mr Jean Bedu
Conor Ring
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who has offered little in a Chepstow novice and Fontwell maiden since switched to hurdles TFRHIIII BHA-
6
MERIDIANWAY(FR)(35)6P
4 11-0
B g Le Havre (IRE) - Hulcote Sean Houlihan
Mr R Cowell & Mr S Ferguson
Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br Clearwater Stud Somerford Arms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form of worth on the Flat for Charlie Johnston last year and, judged on what he’s shown in a couple of novice events at Newton Abbot, he doesn’t look destined for great things in this sphere Cheekpieces applied. TFRHIIII BHA7 LIASSED’ARGENT(FR)(-) 5 10-7
B m Tirwanako (FR) - Villebruyere (FR)
Rees & Partners
Br Etienne Raquin & Elodie Raquin
Robert Dunne
Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
TIMEFORM VIEW Tirwanako mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Risk D’argent, stays 2 1/4m, and French 19f chase winner L’Arceliere. Yard is not a regular source of winning newcomers, but this mare needs a second look in the betting. TFRHHIII BHA-
1-2-3: 1.CONSTANTINIAN (IRE) 2.SUN
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
2024: MIRABAD (FR) 5 11 7 Luke Scott 8-13 (Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
Stewards Note:
MERIDIAN WAY: Following its run on 29/9/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Sun Art (FR), 2-1 Constantinian (IRE), 9-2 Romany Brown (IRE), 18-1 Liasse d’Argent (FR), 28-1 Emaculate Soldier (GER), 40-1 Meridian Way (FR), 100-1 Kaviar Wood (FR)
SIXTH RACE 3.50
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 1F 119YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE JOIN THE 2026 HEREFORD RACING CLUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
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 (20-25): A Ralph (9 wins from 83 runners, 11%) runs PRINCE DE JUILLEY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S Thomas (2 wins from 5 runners, 40%) runs DOCTOR KILDARE LONGEST TRAVELLER: FLASH IN THE PAN trained by K Turner, Sherborne, 95 miles.
DOCTOR KILDARE was much improved when making a successful stable/handicap debut at Bangor last week and should be capable of following up. Prince de Juilley arrives in the form of his life and looks a standout danger
1
DOCTORKILDARE(FR)(7)1/P423-1
Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Lofte Place (FR)
5 12-2
Dylan Johnston (3)
Walters Plant Hire Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff Br S.C.E.A.Du Haras Des Sablonnets et al
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who showed fair form in maiden/novice hurdles for Nicky Henderson last season but was much improved in a first-time visor/tongue tie (retained) on stable/handicap debut when winning at Bangor (23.2f) last month Should go on progressing TFRHHHHH BHA112
2
IAMSPIDERMAN(IRE)
(340)100200-D
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Laurens Trix (IRE)
8 12-0
Jack Tudor
Mr A. Evans Alison Thorpe, Carmarthen
Br John Hore
TIMEFORMVIEWTwo-timewinnerfor CharlesByrnesatSligooverthesummerbuthasofferedlittleonprevioustwostarts(bothfor newtrainers),latestwhen pulled up at Taunton in November. Back up in trip with first-time hood fitted but remains with something to prove. TFRHHIII BHA110
3
PRINCEDEJUILLEY(FR)
(11)002212DBF
B g Honolulu (IRE) - Horemsaf (IRE)
8 11-13
Toby McCain-Mitchell (5)
The Big Dog Partnership Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Mr Georges Trincot & Mrs Lucie Trincot F&S Consultants Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW 8-y-o who comes here firmly at the top of his game, landing a 7-runner handicap hurdle at Stratford (22f) prior to running at least as well in defeat when runner-up at Ludlow (23.8f) 11 days ago, pulling clear of the rest. Should give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA109
4 KATANA(FR)(11)2PP663
5 10-12
B g Blek (FR) - Tosca de Coddes (FR) Ben Jones
Mrs V. James Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br Mrs Claire Juillet Mailly Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Found only one too good in a Worcester maiden on stable debut in June but hasn’t kicked on from that Didn’t see out his race over a longer trip when third behind Prince de Juilley at Ludlow (23.8f) last time and has work to do to reverse that form. TFRHHHII BHA94
5 FLASHINTHEPAN(IRE)(21)5F43-P1CD
B g Gregorian (IRE) - Limousine
4 10-11
Ben Godfrey
Mr E. A. Brook Kathy Turner, Sherborne
Br Rathasker Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t look an easy ride when third on handicap debut in March but put a miserable reappearance firmly behind him when a shock winner (50/1) of C&D handicap 3 weeks ago, proving well suited by the step up in trip Tougher task in a better
Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Gail Borden (IRE) Stan Sheppard
Treasure Hunters Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br Kevin Purfield
TIMEFORMVIEWBestefforttodatewhenthirdonhandicapdebutatthiscourse(19.7f,good)inMarchbutdisappointedonbothstartsthisseason,latestwhen sixth behind Flash In The Pan over C&D last month Needs to bounce back but it’s probably too soon to write him off
B m Telescope (IRE) - Nordic Nymph
Mr P. E. Truscott
Shane Quinlan (3)
Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Br Mr P. E. Truscott Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumped into a mare on the up when a distant second of 4 on handicap debut over C&D in May. Still early days and could be more competitive if ready to roll on her reappearance.
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 8YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GREEN DRAGON HOTEL HEREFORD 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 (20-25): J & A O’Neill (19 wins from 88 runners, 22%) runs LET ME GO BOYS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Bailey & M Nicholls (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs GERARD MENTOR LONGEST TRAVELLER: FORGET YOU NOT trained by Miss J Du Plessis, Saltash, 171 miles.
In the hope‘soft’doesn’t appear in the going description, HOBIE gets the nod He is just 3lb above the markoffwhichheopenedhischaseaccountatWorcesterinSeptemberandit’sprobablybestnottoreadtoomuchintohislatesteffort, as the ground was against him that day. Chestnut Pete should come on for his run at Ludlow where he was returning from a five-month absence and the 10-y-o is second choice ahead of Gerard Mentor, who was just touched off over hurdles last time
colours no horse age st lb
1
CHESTNUTPETE(GB)
Ch g Native Ruler - Rabbit
(26)6313-24CD
10 12-0
Shane Quinlan (3)
Mike Harris Racing Club Katy Price, Llanigon
Br Messrs M. E. & A. D. I. Harris
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at the fourth attempt for this yard over C&D in March and good third back here next time Safely held when last of 4 on return at Ludlow last month, but that run was probably needed and he could have a part to play returned to this venue. TFRHHHHI BHA100
2 BOSSOFTHEBUS(IRE)(11)10U46-5
B g Hillstar - Lochannagh (IRE)
6 11-10
Conor Ring Baytree Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner for Terence O’Brien at Clonmel in January, but there were very few positives to glean from his first run for this yard at Ludlow and needs to get back on track now switched to fences. TFRHHIII BHA96
3 FAMOSO(IRE)(38)32-640PCD
B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE)
9 11-10
Stan Sheppard The Evron Experience Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Two of his half-a-dozen wins over fences have been gained over this C&D, but he went off the boil during second half of last season and his efforts since returning from a break in September have lacked spark. TFRHHIII BHA96
4
LETMEGOBOYS(IRE)(48)40-3055
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - O What A Dame (IRE)
5 11-8
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Fall From Gracers
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Metric Bloodstock Limited Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Went close sole start between the flags and showed promise over hurdles last season, albeit without really progressing Little impact on chase debut at Uttoxeter in September and now tried in blinkers TFRHHIII BHA94
5 HOBIE(FR)(19)00-1140D
8 11-7
B g Coastal Path - Beauty Blue (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies
Dr T. J. W. Davies
Br G.A.E.C. de L’Ombre
David Dennis, Banbury
DD Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the scoresheet when taking a handicap hurdle at Worcester in August and followed up in this sphere at the same course the following month. Struggledtherelasttime,buttheeasysurfaceprobablycountedagainsthimandhe’llhaveaseriouschancegrantedfastergroundthistime. TFRHHHHH BHA93
6
TEXARD(FR)(465)3460P5-D
10 11-5
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Textuelle (FR) Philip Armson (3)
Mr R. J. Armson Richard Armson, Melbourne
Br J. Missoffe & B.De La Motte Saint-Pierre
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a much-reduced mark when striking at Market Rasen in April 2024 Below par thereafter and 15-month absence is naturally concern, but he’s dangerous to discount having been given a real chance by the handicapper. TFRHHHII BHA91
7
DARKSOLDIER(IRE)(465)2P/6006- 6 10-13
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Pippa (IRE) Sean Houlihan Oaktree Racing Club Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Br Oliver Loughlin
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a maiden point in March 2024, but overall record in that sphere is hardly compelling and his 3 runs under Rules (all over hurdles) have been anything but inspiring. TFRHIIII BHA85
1-2-3: 1.HOBIE (FR) 2.CHESTNUT PETE 3.GERARD MENTOR (FR)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
(207)4210P4-
Gr m Telescope (IRE) - Talk The Talk
7 10-11
Brian Hughes
Mrs J. Micklethwait L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
Br R. and J. Micklethwait Postpack Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Market Rasen in January, but she has offered little in 3 subsequent starts and it’s probably best to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA83
9
GERARDMENTOR(FR)
(16)566352D
B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Trephine du Sulon (FR)
Garrett, Meacham & Woodhall
Br Vincent Le Roy et al
9 10-11
Tom Bellamy
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHashisquirks,butwasonagoingdaywiththevisorrefitted(onagainhere)whengoingcloseinahandicaphurdleatStratford(16.3f,good) recently Remains on a good mark back up 3lb now returned to fences and should have a say if again in the mood TFRHHHII BHA83
10 LITTLEPI(FR)(19)6055-06D
B g Dunaden (FR) - Faustina Pius (IRE)
7 10-9
Toby Wynne Lost In The Summer Wine
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Br Mrs Gemma Green Allwood Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m hurdles winner for Matt Sheppard in 2023/24, but yet to fire for present yard and failed to land a below in first-time cheekpieces on recent chase debut at Worcester. TFRHIIII BHA81
11
DANNY’SFRIEND(IRE)(29)4-64000
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Baby Briggs (IRE)
Sue Howell
6 10-2
Jack Tudor
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br John Mounsey Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORMVIEWBitsandpiecesofdecenthurdlesformtohisname,includingwhenfourthof9inaUttoxeterhandicap(21/2m,good)inJune Barelybeatenarivalhomein 3 subsequent starts, though, and hopes now pinned on the switchto fences proving to be the catalyst for a step back in the right
12
FORGETYOUNOT(FR)(109)35/066-rD
Ch g Smadoun (FR) - Baby Sitter (FR)
74
10 10-2
Harry Reed
Mr Richard Charles Dodson Jackie du Plessis, Saltash
Br GAEC Leviau
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap chaser who ran out when last seen at Worcester during the summer Readily passed over. TFRHIIII BHA71
13
MCGRATHFROMCLUNE(IRE)
B g Califet (FR) - Apple Trix (IRE)
Tom Gretton Racing Club
(32)34-3605
9 10-2
Robert Dunne
Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Br Denis Cummins JMC Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORMVIEWSole win from 27 career starts was gained in a Thurles handicap chase for Robert Tyner almost 2 years ago. Has fallen a fair way in the weights since, but with good reason having failed to trouble the judge in 8 starts for present connections. TFRHIIII BHA69
2024: FAMOSO (IRE) 8 11 13 Stan Sheppard 7-1 (Matt Sheppard) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10, 12, 13.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Gerard Mentor (FR), 4-1 Chestnut Pete (GB), 13-2 Hobie (FR), 10-1 Texard (FR), 12-1 Let Me Go Boys (IRE), 14-1 My Portia (GB), 16-1 Famoso (IRE), 20-1 Bossofthebus (IRE), Danny’s Friend (IRE), 40-1 Forget You Not (FR), 50-1 Little Pi (FR), 66-1 Dark Soldier (IRE), McGrath From Clune (IRE)
RACE RESULT:
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £157,439 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.20 - THE BETWRIGHT BET THE WRIGHT WAY ‘HANDS AND HEELS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Conditional & Amateur Jockeys’) (Part of the Racing Excellence Series) 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, October 28th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 1st Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Amateur Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible to ride who, prior to October 31st, 2025, have not ridden more than 10 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 31st, 2025, have not ridden more than 5 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 5lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Amateur Riders must not have reached their 26th birthday prior to the first race in the series Betwright have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE RIDERS ARE TO CARRY WHIPS IN THIS RACE BUT ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THEM IN THE CIRCUMSTANCES DETAILED UNDER THE HEADING‘BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY NOTICES’, AND ON THE BHA RACING ADMINISTRATION SITE, www2.racingadmin.co.uk All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 54 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race such that the Riders’ Allowances as stated therein may NOT be claimed in this race, and has modified paragraph 63 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race to provide that the winner of this race will not incur penalties in any race except Conditional Jockeys’races in which the conditions provide for a specific penalty for winners The British Horseracing Authority has also modified the conditions of Category A Amateur Jockeys’Licences of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race 21 entries at £30. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) A SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for three yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2025, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 28th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 1st Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb Betwright will give a prize to the person who in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race Runs (not wins) in Junior NH Hurdle races will not prevent a horse from running in a Junior NHF race during the same season. A win in a Junior NH Hurdle race will not lead to loss of novice status for future seasons Junior NH Hurdle winners will be penalised for those win(s) only in Junior NH Hurdle Races and Class 1 races. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status, and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper. Wins in other Hurdle races will count as normal both for penalties and loss of novice status 10 entries at £45. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.20 - THE BEATWRIGHT: BEAT THE WRIGHT WAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 novice four 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. November 1st Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb BetWright have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 14 entries at £44. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.50 - THE BETWRIGHT SAFER GAMBLING ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ 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, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, October 28th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 1st Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb BetWright have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 26 entries at £38. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 3.20 -THETHE INJURED JOCKEY’S FUND NOVICES’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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 28th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 1st Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. The Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 20 entries at £38. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.50 - THE JOIN THE 2026 HEREFORD RACING CLUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) 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). £35 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 1st Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 18 entries, 1 at £7 and 17 at £35. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
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Seventh Race 4.20 -THE GREEN DRAGON HOTEL HEREFORD 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 28th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 1st. Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Green Dragon Hotel Hereford has kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 17 entries at £30. - Closed October 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
