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INFORMATION
Abandonment Policy
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SUNDAY 08 FEBRUARY (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
ADRIAN SMITH (Chief Steward), FRANKI CLARK (Stewards' Panel Chair)
ALAN DEMPSEY, PHILIPPA HARDY, SARAH RUSSELL
STARTERS
RYAN COLLEY
RUSSELL GARRITTY
JUDGE
DI CLARK
CLERK OF THE SCALES
KARL CURRAN
VETERINARY OFFICER
STEWART MECHIE
VETERINARY SURGEONS
ED CHINN
SALLY BOOTH
MAX LING
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr VIV TUT
Dr SAM FOSTER
Dr JIM CONNOLLY
NURSE
LYNSEY PROCTER
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
ALEC DENT
JOE O'GORMAN
GRAHAM GRAY
COMMENTATOR
STEVEN POWELL
BETTING RING MANAGER
IAN O'NEILL
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PAUL ELLIOTT
CLERK OF THE COURSE
JANE HEDLEY
GROUNDS MANAGER
MARK RYAN
LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL
PAUL ELLIOTT
DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS
MICHAEL SMITH
PAUL ELLIOTT
formguide
previous performances
horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name& birthplace
/ = new season
- = new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C = course winner
no.ofdays sincelast ran colour graphic weight st-lb
D = distance winner
CD = course & distance winner
BF = beaten favourite age
3 LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) (23*) 132123- CD
Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE)
Mr Trevor Hemmings
8 10-13
Henry Brooke
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Peter Magnier Trust Inns Limited Br
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful sort who has won twice on heavy ground last season. Reliable sort who should give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA139
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
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
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII 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 may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
FIRST RACE 1.25
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 56YDS) (ON THE ALL WEATHER) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE VIRGIN BET
OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £6000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2504, 2nd £1252, 3rd £626, 4th £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 143 runners, 17%) runs PRESENTANDCORRECT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs PRESENTANDCORRECT LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FULLYTHERMAL & DOLLY DRAMA trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 174 miles.
DOLLY DRAMA and Static Charm are closely matched on form but Donald McCain’s mare has more potential and gets the vote Penalised winner Kilaro is another who can do better if racing more efficiently
colours no horse age st lb
1 KILARO (FR) (24) 3P/-115 D BF
B g Coastal Path - Simiska (FR)
Mr JWE Bevin
Br Mrs Karine Perreau
6 11-11
Mr Paddy Barlow (7)
Tim Easterby, Malton
Easthorpe Hall Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWCoastal Path gelding who got off the mark at third attempt in points and made a winning Rules debut in bumper at Musselburgh. Refused to settle here next time and worth another chance with hood applied. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 ARCTIC ACE (IRE) (-)
B h Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Aces Over Eights (IRE)
6 11-4
Peter Kavanagh
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br James and Marian Hannon Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW €13,000 3-y-o, Arctic Cosmos horse Dam (c104/h106) 2m hurdle/chase winner (stayed 21f) TFRHHHII BHA-
3 EXECUTIVE PRODUCER (IRE) (48) 5/3-5
Ch g Mahler - Tasidana (IRE)
Miss J. I. Bedi
Br Drumlin Bloodstock
6 11-4
Conor Rabbitt (3)
Jessica Bedi, Yarm
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed on the second of 2 starts in Irish points but refused to settle starting out under Rules in a tongue strap when finishing a well-held fifth of 7 at Musselburgh. Hooded for 1st time TFRHIIII BHA-
4 FULLYTHERMAL (GB) (43) 0
B g Jack Hobbs - Epee Celeste (FR)
5 11-4
Theo Gillard
N J Clayton Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Mr S. A. Richards & Mrs L. Kemble N J C Thermal Covers (UK) Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Best Bespoke Energy Saving Thermal Covers
TIMEFORMVIEW €40,000 3-y-o, Jack Hobbs gelding Half-brother to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Midnight Mary, stays 27f. Dam (c122/h107) 2m-3 1/2m hurdle/chase winner 28/1, tenth of 15 in bumper at Wetherby (16f, soft) on debut 43 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 POPALOT (GB) (74) 3
5 11-4
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Pixiepot Brian Hughes
Miss C. Foster Peter Niven, Malton
Br Miss C. Foster Clova Hotel & Lodges
TIMEFORMVIEWPether’s Moon gelding who showed plenty in attempting to come from a disadvantageous position when third in 5-runner bumper at Market Rasen on debut in November Entitled to do better TFRHHHII BHA-
6 PRESENTANDCORRECT (IRE) (86) 6 6 11-4
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Coole Assembly (IRE) Nathan Moscrop
Mr E. A. Brook Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br R. McCarthy Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to stay well and shaped in kind when sixth of 11 in bumper at Southwell (15.8f, soft) on debut 86 days ago. Will be of more interest at longer trips over jumps. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 PRINCE PHIL (GB) (-) 5 11-4
B g Linda’s Lad - Just A Feeling Jonathan England Tor Side Racing Sam England, Guiseley
Br Mr & Mrs I. Ross Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad gelding. Dam (c90/h94) 21f/2 3/4m hurdle/chase winner Wears hood TFRHHHII BHA-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
STATIC CHARM (FR) (43) 34
B g Iffraaj - Tauteke
Mr Basil Smith & Mr Jack Morris
Br Sumbe
5 11-4
Joshua Thompson (5)
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed more than first time up when fourth of 15 in bumper (50/1) at Wetherby 43 days ago, keeping on One of the leading contenders here. TFRHHHHI BHA-
9 TERINO (FR) (-)
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Terre Saonoise (FR)
Thomas & Robson
Br Mr Hugues Rousseau
5 11-4
Ryan Mania
Paul Robson, Alnwick
TIMEFORM VIEW Doctor Dino gelding Brother to French 1 1/2m/13f winner Docteur Tournesol. Dam lightly-raced on Flat in France TFRHHHII BHA-
10 DOLLY DRAMA (IRE) (74) 3
B m Mahler - Midsummer Drama (IRE)
Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick
5 10-11
Charlie Maggs (5)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWMahler filly. Half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser Minella Drama and bumper winner/fair hurdler Ballycashin, stays 3m Promising start when third in bumper at Wetherby on debut 74 days ago, making rapid headway approaching straight Likely to improve TFRHHHHH BHA-
11 YOU BE LUCKY JEAN (GB) (-)
B f Maxios - Libby Mae (IRE)
Mr And Mrs Paul Chapman
4 10-2
Danny McMenamin
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Lucy McGrath Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Maxios filly Dam (h115) bumper/2 1/2m hurdle winner TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No. 1, 3, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
Stewards Note:
KILARO: Following its run on 15/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Following its run on 22/12/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Dolly Drama (IRE), 9-2 Static Charm (FR), 6-1 Kilaro (FR), 9-1 Popalot (GB), 12-1 Terino (FR), 14-1 Prince Phil (GB), 16-1 Presentandcorrect (IRE), 18-1 Arctic Ace (IRE), You Be Lucky Jean (GB), 50-1 Fullythermal (GB), 100-1 Executive Producer (IRE)
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.
A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS
Owners and Trainers Benefits
• Complimentary tea and coffee – available in the Owners and Trainers bar
• Complimentary food voucher – redeemable within the Charles Brandling Room situated on the 1st floor of Brandling House.
If you need assistance today please speak to our Owners & Trainers liaison, based in the Charles Brandling Room. For more information please visit www.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk www.arenaracingcompany.co.uk
SECOND RACE 2.00
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE EQUINE PRODUCTS NH TRAINERS LEAGUE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (HERRING QUEEN SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (21 wins from 108 runners, 19%) runs ROARIN’ SUCCESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (2 wins from 21 runners, 10%) runs ROARIN’ SUCCESS LONGEST TRAVELLER: MADAME LA PAPILLON trained by C Dyson, Bromsgrove, 237 miles.
MADAME LA PAPILLON has made an encouraging start over hurdles with runner-up finishes on both starts, pulling clear of the remainder over C&D 24 days ago whilst staying on well Open to further improvement, she’s fancied to go one better. Roarin’Success showed more on her second hurdles outing here last month and though that race lacked depth, she’s feared most with a first-time tongue strap applied
colours no horse age st lb
1 MADAME LA PAPILLON (GB) (24) 1/50-22 BF 6 11-4
B m Frontiersman - La Fritillaire
Alice Stevens (3)
Overbury Stallions Ltd Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove
Br Mrs P. M. Ignarski
Equestrian Direct Ltd, Equine Water Treadmill
TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper winner has made an encouraging start over hurdles with runner-up finishes on both starts Second of 11 in maiden hurdle at this C&D (13/8) 24 days ago, pulling well clear with a useful prospect and staying on well Remains open to improvement TFRHHHHH BHA106
2
MIDNIGHT BELLA (GB) (24) 5006
5 11-4
B m Westerner - My Dixie Peter Kavanagh
G R Orchard and C Clarke Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Trull House Stud Ltd Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Made a discouraging start to her hurdling career after showing some promise in bumpers and was well held when sixth of 12 in maiden hurdle at this C&D 24 days ago. Will be better off in handicaps. TFRHIIII BHA-
3 MORNINGTON BEACH (IRE) (93) 1-5P02P
Gr m Kingston Hill - Set In Her Ways (IRE)
Mr Alan Udale
6 11-4
Jonathon Bewley
George Bewley, Colby
Br J. J. Howlett Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise when runner-up at Hexham in October but failed to complete on her only subsequent start, pulled up in 20f handicap hurdle at Hexham (12/1) 93 days ago having led going well before emptying rapidly. Drop back in trip/wind operation could help TFRHHHII BHA97
4 REDEEMING LOVE (IRE) (23)
30-66
Ch m Getaway (GER) - Fentara
R & W, The 8 Amigos, Burns, Austerfield
Br Mr T. Walford & T. C. Dawson
6 11-4
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
TIMEFORMVIEW£78,000 purchase after finishing third in an Irish point. Yet to show much in three Rules starts Sixth of 8 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen 23 days ago, showed bit more but was still well held. Will make more appeal in handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB) (24) 62
Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE)
Hale Racing, Lyle Farming Company & Ptnr
6 11-4
Brian Hughes
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Paul Inglett Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful Flat winner last June but sold from Harry Charlton in October and has since switched to hurdles. Second of 12 in maiden hurdle at this C&D (66/1) 24 days ago, showing more on second start over timber, though the race lacked depth One to consider in first-time tongue strap. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2025: ARMED AND FABULOUS (IRE) 7 11 4 Mr P W Mullins 13-8 (W P Mullins) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Madame La Papillon (GB), 7-4 Roarin’ Success (GB), 10-1 Mornington Beach (IRE), 33-1 Midnight Bella (GB), Redeeming Love (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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THIRD RACE 2.30
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET
MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 143 runners, 17%) runs AU PLAISIR, BIG JON & NOSY NEIGHBOUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs AU PLAISIR, BIG JON & NOSY NEIGHBOUR LONGEST TRAVELLER: JOHNNY MOONSHINE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 174 miles.
NOSY NEIGHBOUR’s debut form has worked out well and he should be suited by this step up in distance. He gets the vote Loulou Madrik has improved here recently, having been beaten by a pair of last-time-out winners in novice company, and he’s respected with first-time cheekpieces applied, along with Johnny Moonshine who’ll appreciate this trip
1 AU PLAISIR (FR) (24) 0300 5 11-9
Gr g Almanzor (FR) - Triptyka (IRE)
Mr Philip Thomas (7)
Walters Calling Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Montaigu
Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort came when third in a bumper at Navan last September but has failed to build on that since leaving William Harvey’s yard Tenth of 16 in maiden hurdle at this C&D (200/1) 24 days ago. One for longer-term TFRHHIII BHA-
2 BIG JON (IRE) (24) 600
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Point The Toes (IRE)
Miss Maria D. Myco
6 11-9
Ross Chapman
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Thomas Fahey Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced gelding well held in two bumpers before hurdling debut, showing no more when eleventh of 12 in maiden at this course (150/1) 24 days ago, jumping left first and always behind Upped in trip but likely needs more time TFRHHIII BHA-
3 CRACKERSNAP (GB) (24) P-P
6 11-9
Br g Telescope (IRE) - Corinda Ryan Mania
Miss Rhona Brewis
Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Miss Rhona Brewis PRCT Bloodstocks Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed only greenness when pulled up in maiden hurdle at this C&D (250/1) 24 days ago on debut. Wears first-time cheekpieces but needs to improve markedly TFRHHIII BHA-
4 FINBARR (GB) (24) 4 6 11-9
B g Yeats (IRE) - Oleohneh (IRE)
Brian Hughes
Miss N. R. Jefferson Ruth Jefferson, Malton
Br N. Ruth Jefferson
TIMEFORMVIEWOnce-raced half-brother to fair hurdler Lunar Chief Fourth of 15 in bumper here (6/1) 24 days ago, took keen hold mid-field before hanging left when beaten over 2f out. Now sent hurdling and entitled to improve considerably for that experience TFRHHHII BHA-
5
JOHNNY MOONSHINE
(IRE) (37) 2-44
Ch g Mahler - Apollonia Vitelli (IRE)
5 11-9
Theo Gillard
Mr Wayne Woods Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Miss Amelia Turner J.Dot Limited, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upsolestartinanIrishpointinMarch.Showedabilityonbumperdebutandshapedquitewellswitchedtohurdlingwhenfourthof13inmaiden at Ayr (20/1) 37 days ago, pecked at the first before rallying in the straight Step up in trip should suit as stamina appears his strength TFRHHHHI BHA-
6
KING KODIAK (IRE) (42) 05U-0P
7 11-9
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Moscow Mistress (IRE) Jonathon Bewley
Miss Maria D. Myco George Bewley, Colby
Br Lorcan Higgins Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up at Catterick (250/1) 42 days ago, going with no encouragement and his erratic jumping of particular concern. First-time cheekpieces. Plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA-
7
LOULOU MADRIK
(FR) (12) 450423
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Sunday Madrik (FR)
Ursa Major Racing Ltd & Partner
Br Emmanuel-Julien Leclerc
5 11-9
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
TIMEFORMVIEWHas improved in last two starts over C&D, runner-up in maiden company before backing that up when third of 8 in novice (10/3) 12 days ago, beaten by a pair of last-time-out winners. Back in a maiden and looks sure to go well in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA113
1-2-3: 1.NOSY NEIGHBOUR (IRE) 2.LOULOU MADRIK (FR) 3.JOHNNY MOONSHINE (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
MALAYALAM (FR) (41) 531-0
B g Masked Marvel - Frivolite (FR)
6 11-9
Derek Fox
Two Black Labs and A Fox Red Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br S.C.E.A de L’Aubay & Guillaume Cousin
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon in points before making hurdle debut when seventh of 10 in maiden at Kelso (7/2) 41 days ago, losing place when blundering fourth and outpaced from 3 out. Step up in trip should suit but yard still enduring quiet spell. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 MR RAMOON
(IRE) (24) F64-0
B g Sea Moon - Lady Ramona (IRE)
Samantha Toomes
6 11-9
Conor Rabbitt (3)
Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Br F. & B. Hatton Finnies Heavy Haulage
TIMEFORMVIEWA maiden pointer who was prominent early on hurdle debut at this C&D (125/1) 24 days ago before being left behind from home turn, finishing ninth of 16 Will make little appeal this side of handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
10
NOSY NEIGHBOUR
(IRE) (75) 54-3
B g Getaway (GER) - Well Set Up (IRE)
Mrs Christie Thompson
5 11-9
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Miss Emily Kilcoyne Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditable form to hit frame on second of 2 starts in Irish points and showed ability on hurdling debut when third of 11 in maiden at Southwell (16/1) 75 days ago, novicey jumping errors and no chance behind pair of subsequent improvers Looks interesting stepping up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA-
11 UNION AVENUE (IRE)
(60) 2/1140/-P
B g Shantou (USA) - Mrs Mac Veale (IRE)
BF
7 11-9
Alan Doyle (3)
Mr Thomas Gardner James Moffatt, Cartmel
Br P. Corkery Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful form to win twice in bumpers in 2023 but disappointing on hurdling debut when pulled up at Hexham (1/1) 60 days ago after 21 months off, shaped as if amiss. Cannot be discounted if back on song in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: KING OF ANSWERS (IRE) 6 11 2 Jack Power 7-1 (Lucinda Russell) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 6, 7, 11. Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Stewards Note:
NOSY NEIGHBOUR: Following its run on 25/11/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped novicey early-on.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Loulou Madrik (FR), 4-1 Nosy Neighbour (IRE), 9-2 Johnny Moonshine (IRE), 5-1 Union Avenue (IRE), 13-2 Finbarr (GB), 11-1 Malayalam (FR), 66-1 Mr Ramoon (IRE), 100-1 Crackersnap (GB), 150-1 Au Plaisir (FR), Big Jon (IRE), 200-1 King Kodiak (IRE)
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.
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FOURTH RACE 3.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CINCH SELF STORAGE cinchstorage.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH FORGIVE ‘N FORGET SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 143 runners, 17%) runs JOECOOKER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs JOECOOKER LONGEST TRAVELLER: GENTLEMAN BILL trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 170 miles.
Most of these have something to prove but at least the unexposed BIG JOHN WAYNE offered something on his belated comeback/chase debut at Ayr and this longer distance will suit Joecooker is feared most.
1 GENTLEMAN BILL (IRE) (3) 06-353F C BF
B g Rule of Law (USA) - Snow Water (IRE)
Bill’s A Gent Syndicate
8 12-2
Craig Nichol
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Fionan O’Driscoll Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper/dual 2m hurdles winner who made a good start over fences at Aintree in October. However, has failed to build on that since and doesn’t look a natural jumper TFRHHHII BHA122
2 GLEN ROAD (IRE) (24) 1-31146
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)
7 11-12
Danny McMenamin
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Jill Kinsella Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Added another hurdles win to his tally at Kelso in December Low-key start over fences at this C&D last month but entitled to build on that TFRHHHII BHA118
3 I AM MAX (IRE) (43) 34-1045 D
Ch g Vendangeur (IRE) - Betty Scott
Mr M. Scott
Br Crossogue Stud & M. Scott
8 11-12
Patrick Wadge
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery
TIMEFORMVIEWEnded last season in very good nick over hurdles and found immediate improvement when making winning chase return at Hexham Disappointed since, however, his jumping often letting him down TFRHHHII BHA118
4 BIG JOHN WAYNE (IRE) (26) F/13F/2-5
B g Shantou (USA) - Balwaney (FR)
8 11-11
Derek Fox
Mr Mark Blandford Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Joseph Robb Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful form over hurdles without winning in 2024 A point win suggests he can do at least as well over fences and offered something to work on over unsuitable trip on chase bow at Ayr (2m) after 15 months off. Handicap debut TFRHHHHH BHA117
5 JOECOOKER (FR) (24) 3-04325 D
B g Masked Marvel - Beauty of Night (FR)
Mrs A. Dawson
7 11-10
Jamie Hamilton
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Ms Caroline Marquet Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winning hurdler who made a positive start in this sphere when second at Wetherby Not quite in same form over C&D since Worth another chance TFRHHHHI BHA116
6 ROCK ON JET (IRE) (37) 3134-P3
7 11-0
B g Jet Away - Supreme Magical Jonathon Bewley
Ivinson, Mandle,Annett and Gibson
George Bewley, Colby
Br Michael McCullagh Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Found some improvement fitted with hood when making all in 2m Ayr handicap hurdle over a year ago. Hasn’t progressed over fences but worth a try over this longer trip TFRHHHII BHA106
7 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (18) 013340 D
B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR)
8 10-10
Brian Hughes
Mr Andrew Phillips Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed winning ways at Wetherby on his return and was holding his form until latest run at Catterick. Making first start over fences in Britain (maiden chaser in France) TFRHHHII BHA102
1-2-3: 1.BIG JOHN WAYNE (IRE) 2.JOECOOKER (FR) 3.GENTLEMAN BILL (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Downsouth (IRE)
Mr Peter Rawcliffe
Br Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald
Joe Williamson (3)
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler but below par last 2 starts Makes chase debut (maiden Irish pointer) TFRHHIII BHA102
2025: YEALAND (IRE) 6 11 12 Sean Quinlan 13-8 (Jennie Candlish) 5 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
ROCK ON JET: Following its run on 2/1/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Gentleman Bill (IRE), 5-1 Big John Wayne (IRE), Joecooker (FR), 15-2 Glen Road (IRE), 8-1 Rock On Jet (IRE), 9-1 I Am Max (IRE), Singapore Trip (FR), 22-1 The Clonmel Kid (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 3.30
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 149YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £14000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5655, 2nd £2827, 3rd £1414, 4th £707, 5th £353. (Penalty Value £7393.40) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (21 wins from 108 runners, 19%) runs SKUNA BAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs JUPITER DES MOTTES LONGEST TRAVELLER: SKUNA BAY trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 174 miles.
FORGED WELL can take advantage of his lower mark back over hurdles Both Barrels is next best back down in class, though none of the others can be ruled out
colours no horse age st lb
1 ESPRIT DU POTIER (FR) (41) P10/-4P3 C
Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Absent Minded
Derek Fox
The Four Lushes Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Mr Sebastien Courquin Ian Macleod & Co Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWDual bumper/hurdle winner who showed he retains his ability after a long absence when fourth at Ayr. Might have found next run coming too soon in a hot contest and was quickly back on track when third to Both Barrels at Kelso. Player TFRHHHHI BHA124
2
BOTH BARRELS (GB) (22) 061-016
Ch g Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Red Legend
Mrs A Marshall & Mr D Swindlehurst
8 12-0
Craig Nichol
Donald Whillans, Hawick
Br Mrs Philippa Stocker Primasonics International Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Low mileage for his age and produced a strong galloping display when notching a third success over hurdles at Kelso over Christmas. Unable to get to the front in stronger race at Haydock since but should be much more competitive here. TFRHHHHI BHA124
3 JUPITER
DES MOTTES
(FR) (98) 1/126-0 C
B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Pour Toi Georges (FR)
7 11-12
Danny McMenamin
Mr Anthony Peter Fowler Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORMVIEWWon first 2 starts in bumper/novice hurdle and found improvement when very good sixth of 14 in Listed event at Perth (23.9f, soft) in April. Type to make a better chaser but made an underwhelming start over fences at Carlisle on return and has since re-joined former yard. Back hurdling. TFRHHHHI BHA122
4 SKUNA BAY
(IRE) (19) 342-152
B g Mahler - Miss Island (IRE)
7 11-10
Theo Gillard
Mr P. Scott Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Jim O’Flynn Tote, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in points and progressive over hurdles, making a winning return in a good time in a Bangor novice (23.1f), impressing with his jumping Disappointed on chase bow but quickly back on track returned to hurdling when second in novice at Leicester. Mark looks on the high side, though TFRHHHII BHA120
5
FORGED WELL
(IRE) (7) 03-6F1U D
B g Jet Away - Forge Field (IRE)
7 11-0
Ryan Mania
Mrs Suzy Brown & Mr Peter R Brown Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br Patrick J. Doyle Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWDual hurdles winner who was in the process of leaving a disappointing chase debut behind when falling at the last at Ayr and made amends when scoring in decisive fashion at Musselburgh. Unseated at the third there since and interesting back over hurdles off lower mark. TFRHHHHH BHA110
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Visor worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note: BOTH BARRELS: Following its run on 17/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Forged Well (IRE), 10-3 Esprit du Potier (FR), 4-1 Both Barrels (GB), 9-2 Skuna Bay (IRE), 5-1 Jupiter des Mottes (FR)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
SIXTH RACE 4.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BORDER MINSTREL NEW MENU HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET SERIES QUALIFIER)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (17 wins from 164 runners, 10%) runs JERICOACOARA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs ETON MES LONGEST TRAVELLER: ETON MES trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 343 miles.
A case can be made for several of these, but ETON MES showed much improved form when switched to handicaps, opening his account at Uttoxeter 15 days ago, and likely has more to offer again. Aire Spray was very well backed when second here last time and remains of interest, with Jericoacoara another to note dropped in grade
colours no horse age st lb
1
JERICOACOARA (FR) (85) 0430-05
B g Free Port Lux - Autre Mer (FR)
Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray
Br Mme Michele Juhien-Cypres, Thibaut Juhen
7 12-0
Brian Hughes
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful in France and fared better than for a while when fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (25/1) 85 days ago with headgear discarded, making headway before 3 out before hampered and blundering at the last Drops in grade and could be on the way back. TFRHHHHI BHA110
2 WOLFSPEAR (IRE) (10) 243540 D
B g Fame And Glory - Espresso Lady (IRE)
Mr Scott Townshend
Br Exors of the Late John Harrington
10 11-9
Craig Nichol
Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
TIMEFORMVIEWRan better when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh 38 days ago but well-beaten ninth of 11 at Ayr (14/1) 10 days ago, not fluent and dropping away quickly. Without a win in over two years and needs to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA105
3 ETON MES (IRE) (15) 5-04441 D
B g Expert Eye - Tutti Frutti
South West Rail Solutions Limited
5 11-9
Rian Corcoran (7)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Morera Partnership W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed much improved form to open his account on handicap debut at Uttoxeter (7 runners, heavy 3/1) 15 days ago, travelling well before leading run-in Up 5lb but likely to have more to offer. TFRHHHHH BHA105
4 FOREST BLAZE (GB) (17) 14-5232 D BF
Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Ixora (IRE)
7 11-7
Jamie Hamilton
M Blades, Craggs, Clark and Cambridge Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Greenlands Farm Stud Mark Walford Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWHasbeenrunningwellinhandicaphurdlesthiswinter,withtwosecondsfromhislastthreestarts Secondof13atWetherby(15/8fav)17daysago,proving better than ever in a first-time visor and staying on well Up 3lb for that effort and should give his running again with visor retained. TFRHHHII BHA103
5 RED CADILLAC (IRE) (69) 4326-12
Ch g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tell The Tale (FR)
Greystoke Owners II
7 11-7
Callum Bewley
Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br Mr Robert Norton Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Carlisle 3 months ago before running well when second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (4/1) 69 days ago, led 3 out but headed run-in, no match for improver. Up 5lb in higher grade but merits respect following another career best TFRHHHII BHA103
6 LES’S LEGACY (GB) (18) 251P60 D
9 11-6
B g Kutub (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) Nathan Moscrop Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Br Mr Les Richards Simpsons Malt Ltd, J E Douglas & Sons
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t won since a fortunate success at Hexham last June and was tenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (50/1) 18 days ago, perhaps needing the run after 11 weeks off. Seems best at Kelso/Hexham TFRHHIII BHA102
7 ANOTHER HIGH FIVE (IRE) (41) 25-23
Ch g Malinas (GER) - Give Me High Five
6 11-5
Alan Doyle (3) The Osprey Partnership Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHas progressed with each run over hurdles. Third of 10 in maiden hurdle at Kelso (9/1) 41 days ago, shaping as though he’ll benefit from longer trips. Gets that here and likely improver again on handicap debut, though stable having a quiet spell. TFRHHHII BHA101
1-2-3: 1.ETON MES (IRE) 2.AIRE SPRAY (IRE) 3.JERICOACOARA (FR)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 AIRE SPRAY (IRE) (59) 135-642 D BF
B g Berkshire (IRE) - Getaway Franjoe (IRE)
6 11-3
Danny McMenamin
West Yorkshire Racing Club Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mrs B. Lordan Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHad jumped modestly at Wetherby before being sharpened up by first-time cheekpieces when gambled on second of 13 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (5/4 fav) 59 days ago, finding only a progressive rival too strong Cheekpieces removed and up 3lb but remains one to be interested in TFRHHHHI BHA99
9 YAPPER HILL (IRE) (44) F305r0
B g Kingston Hill - Crooked Neck (IRE)
7 10-10
Jonathon Bewley Todd, Mandle and Annett
Br Ciaran McGrath
George Bewley, Colby
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced gelding who ran out at this course before finishing seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (22/1) 44 days ago, proving more straightforward but beaten 19 1/2 lengths. Back up in trip but plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA92
2025: PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL (IRE) 8 11 11 Jamie Hamilton 10-1 (Mark Walford) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Eton Mes (IRE), 9-2 Aire Spray (IRE), 11-2 Red Cadillac (IRE), 7-1 Forest Blaze (GB), Another High Five (IRE), 8-1 Jericoacoara (FR), 20-1 Wolfspear (IRE), Les’s Legacy (GB), 25-1 Yapper Hill (IRE)
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SEVENTH RACE 4.30
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 75YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH ONE MAN SERIES QUALIFIER)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (21 wins from 108 runners, 19%) runs COUNT ADHEMAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (2 wins from 21 runners, 10%) runs COUNT ADHEMAR
WEIGHTWATCHER: ZARA’S UNIVERSE won off a handicap mark of 78, her rating is now down 6lb to 72. LONGEST TRAVELLER: URBLEREAGH trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 236 miles.
BLUE BEAR is returning from a long absence but could be worth chancing off a potentially handy mark. Galidam is worth another chance to build on his promising chase bow, while the drop back in trip looks a positive for Count Adhemar.
colours no horse age st lb
1 GALIDAM (FR)
(42) 15P-633
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Rainbowline (FR)
M.H.O.G
6 12-0
Brian Hughes
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr Richard Corveller Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORMVIEW Fair hurdler in France Modest form at best for current yard, though some promise switched to fences last 2 starts, not helped by a bad error at Catterick last time Considered. TFRHHHHI BHA98
2 COUNT ADHEMAR (IRE) (18) 63-355
B g Westerner - Bobset Leader (IRE)
Mr T. G. Leslie
6 11-10
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Miss Mary R. Barry Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who showed a bit more on handicap/chase debut when fifth at Catterick last month. Can build on that with drop back in trip a positive. TFRHHHHI BHA94
3 URBLEREAGH (FR) (51) 6//6-04
Ch g High Rock (IRE) - Kelly des Cotieres (FR)
D. R. & E. E. Brown
9 11-4
Robert Dunne
Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Br Mr Marcel Basset JMC Surfacing Contractors TIMEFORMVIEWLow mileage 9-y-o who didn’t show much in 3 widely-spaced qualifying runs over hurdles but made more of an impact when fourth on handicap bow at Uttoxeter. Makes chase debut now. TFRHHHII BHA88
4 KING HORSE (FR) (44) 6-46060
Gr g Tunis (POL) - Urielle Collonges (FR)
6 11-3
Ryan Mania
The Chatton Partnership Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br E.A.R.L. Patrick Jobert et al PRCT Bloodstocks Limited TIMEFORMVIEWWell held all 4 starts over hurdles, including on handicap bow at Wetherby (16f, soft) 44 days ago. Headgear applied for chasing bow (in frame once from 3 starts in Irish points). TFRHHIII BHA87
5 BLUE BEAR (GB) (639) 4314U/0-
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Kilronan High (IRE)
8 11-2
Danny McMenamin
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mr W. Kinsey Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Raised his game to complete a ready first success at Sedgefield 2 years ago off similar mark. Not in the same form since and back from a long absence here but could be worth chancing TFRHHHHH BHA86
6 CHUMLEE (IRE) (10) P5-443F C
11 11-2
B g Recital (FR) - Oceanna Mist (IRE) Patrick Wadge
The Border Racers Sandy Forster, Kelso
Br B. & O. Clooney
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest veteran who suffered a heavy fall at the first at Ayr 10 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA86
7 ZARA’S UNIVERSE (GB) (38) P6-6204 D 10 10-2
B m Universal (IRE) - Jontys’lass Joe Williamson (3) Ashgill Stud 2 Andrew Crook, Leyburn
Br Ashgill Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time chase scorer and best effort for a while when runner-up at Southwell in December Not disgraced from 5lb out of the weights at Catterick last time Only 1lb out of handicap on this occasion TFRHHHII BHA71
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.25 - THE VIRGIN BET OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not won more than one race and which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Virgin Bet 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 ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 13 entries at £30. - Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.00 - THE EQUINE PRODUCTS NH TRAINERS LEAGUE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb. Equine Products 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 Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 21st March, 2026. 13 entries at £50. - Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.30 - THE VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 9lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Virgin Bet 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 23 entries at £50. - Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.00 - THE CINCH SELF STORAGE cinchstorage.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 31st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Cinch Self Storage 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 This race is a qualifier for the Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series qualifier 12 entries at £60. - Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.30 - THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7393 to the winning horse The second to receive £3402, the third £1701, the fourth £851 and the fifth £424. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 31st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse 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 11 entries at £70. - Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5655; Second £2827; Third £1414; Fourth £707; Fifth £353. (Penalty Value £7393.40) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 21 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.00 - THE BORDER MINSTREL NEW MENU HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 31st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse 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 This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier 15 entries at £50. - Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.30 - THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 31st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Racecourse 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 This race is a qualifier for the Go North One Man Series Final, to be run over a distance of 2m at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North One Man Series qualifier 11 entries at £50.Closed February 2nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
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