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FIRST RACE 12.30 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 149YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (16 wins from 99 runners, 16%) runs BIRD ON THE WIRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mr M T Walford (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs AMBER GOLD LONGEST TRAVELLER: BIRD ON THE WIRE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 174 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A competitive opener with the vote in favour of low-mileage POST CHAISE. He readily surpassed his exploits in maiden hurdles when making a winning handicap debut at Hereford over shorter recently and, with the longer trip expected to hold no fears, he could well be capable of following up. Donald McCain’s Bird On The Wire, Ribeye and Northern Falcon head up the dangers.

1-2-3: 1.POST CHAISE (IRE) 2.BIRD ON THE WIRE (FR) 3.RIBEYE KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

horse

Sponsor age

BIRD ON THE WIRE (FR) (34) 265162 D

Ch g Martaline - Titi Jolie (FR) Donald McCain Racing Club Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al

st lb

7 11-12

Peter Kavanagh (3) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by step up in trip when readily off the mark in handicap at Doncaster (24.4f) in January. Similar form both starts since, runner-up at Sedgefield (27f) early last month. Should continue in form. TFRHHHHI BHA99

2 Br

TARTAN COOKIE (IRE) (23) 40P516 CD

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Morning Breeze (IRE) Mrs M. A. Scott Eoin, Patrick and Cian O’Connor

6

11-7

Peter Coleman (5) Ewan Whillans, Hawick Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

TIMEFORM VIEW Responded well to first-time blinkers when opening his account in a C&D handicap in February, drawing clear run-in.

Respectable sixth in 9-runner Hexham handicap (23.3f) has followed and mark demands that little bit more.

TFRHHHII BHA94

3 Br

LARGE ACTION (GB) (19) 5-0PUF0

B g Iffraaj - Titian’s Pride (USA) Nick Bradley Racing 46 Blue Blood Breeding 2 Ltd

6

11-7

Ben Ffrench Davis Roger Fell, Nawton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to improve for switch to positive tactics at Catterick (19.3f) 2 starts back, 1 length up when falling last. However, not in anything like the same form at Southwell since.

TFRHHHII BHA94

4 Br

AMBER GOLD (GB) (18) 4535

B m Iktibas - Nativus (IRE) Mr Geoff Bonson R. G. Bonson

5

11-6

Tom Midgley Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Iktibas mare who has showed modest form at best in mares’ novice/maiden hurdles at up to 21f in recent months. However, she may do better now handicapping tackling this longer trip.

TFRHHHII BHA93

5 Br

NORTHERN FALCON (GB) (32) 3-60560

B g Kayf Tara - Special Trinket (IRE) Mr Semore Kurdi Dissington Stud

7

11-5

Lewis Stones Pauline Robson, Capheaton

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice placed in bumpers and likely worth a crack at this longer trip judged on efforts in handicaps of late, plugging on when ninth of 15 at Newcastle (20.3f) last time. No forlorn hope.

TFRHHHII BHA92

6 Br

POST CHAISE (IRE) (28) 3-0601

Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Trazona Kit (IRE) Mr Graham Cardwell Mr Richard O’Connor

5

11-2

Dylan Johnston (5) Oliver Greenall, Malpas Swansway, Smartplanner

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on his only appearance in points and left exploits in maiden hurdles behind to make winning handicap debut at Hereford (21.7f) last month, staying on to lead final 100 yds. Still low-mileage and he may do better again.

TFRHHHHH BHA89

7 Br

RIBEYE (GB) (18) 020F42

7 10-11

B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow Mrs Lucinda Atkinson Michael Broad

Jack Hogan (5) Peter Atkinson, Northallerton

TIMEFORM VIEW Better since upped to 3m and beaten only by one on the up at Wetherby on his latest start in March. Remains a maiden but no reason why he won’t give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA84

8

8 Br

UP WITH THE PLAY (IRE) (16) 055034

5 10-10

B g Fracas (IRE) - Alertness (IRE) Mr V. Thompson J. S. Bolger

Joe Anderson Victor Thompson, Alnwick

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat in Ireland who ran up to best when keeping on for third at Hexham (23.3f) 2 starts back. Not in same form tackling 27f trip at Sedgefield since though, and others preferred on balance. TFRHHHII BHA83

Br

SONGBIRD’S TALE (GB) (23) 640061

7

B m Sulamani (IRE) - She Likes To Boogy (IRE) Mrs P. A. Cowey Mrs P. A. Cowey

10-2

Mark Galligan (3) Paul Collins, Saltburn-By-The-Sea

TIMEFORM VIEW Sulamani mare who surpassed previous exploits when off the mark on second handicap start at Hexham (23.3f) 23 days ago, getting first run and all out to hold on. Still, expected to remain competitive from 1lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA75

10 Br

OUR CILLA (GB) (23) PP20-04

8

Gr m Sixties Icon - Kinetix The 100 Club Meon Valley Stud

10-0

Conor Rabbitt (5) Andrew Crook, Leyburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden handicap hurdler who wasn’t disgraced after 8 months off when fourth at Hexham last month, albeit beaten over 16 lengths. More needed if she’s to get her head in front here.

TFRHHIII BHA71

11 Br

YORGUNNABEAMUNKY (GB) (52) 60-460P

6

B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Delray Beach (FR) Mr R. A. Ross Mickley Stud

10-0

Daire Davis (5) Russell Ross, Consett

TIMEFORM VIEW Has yet to better poor form over hurdles and likely set for another struggle here.

TFRHHIII BHA67 2021: LULU BALOO 6 11 1 Tom Midgley 16-1 (Tim Easterby) 11 ran Blinkers worn by No. 2, 10. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Bird On The Wire (FR), 11-2 Post Chaise (IRE), 13-2 Ribeye (GB), 7-1 Songbird’s Tale (GB), 15-2 Amber Gold (GB), 11-1 Tartan Cookie (IRE), 12-1 Northern Falcon (GB), Up With The Play (IRE), 20-1 Large Action (GB), 22-1 Our Cilla (GB), 28-1 Yorgunnabeamunky (GB)

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SECOND RACE 1.00 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE GAINFORD GROUP NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total race value £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522.

(Penalty Value £5446)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (15 wins from 126 runners, 12%) runs SHIGHNESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs SHIGHNESS LONGEST TRAVELLER: GIT MAKER trained by Mr Jamie Snowden, Lambourn, 285 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

GIT MAKER wasn’t disgraced on his first try at this trip on his handicap debut at Sandown last month, and with that form working out well, he looks up to defying a double penalty back in a novice. Whelans Bridge would have finished third but for a serious late error on his C&D hurdling debut and seems sure to improve, while Kidman will be suited by a return to further and is another to consider.

1-2-3: 1.GIT MAKER (FR) 2.WHELANS BRIDGE (IRE) 3.KIDMAN (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

horse

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

GIT MAKER (FR) (32) 23-1114 BF

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Bamos (FR) Sheep As A Lamb Syndicate Mr Patrice Vagne

st lb

6 11-12

Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark at fourth attempt in Irish points and has made a promising start under Rules, winning Chepstow maiden before defying penalty at Carlisle. Not disgraced up in trip on handicap debut at Sandown (form working out) and boasts strong claims back in novice company. TFRHHHHH BHA124

2 Br

GEORDIES DREAM (GB) (53) 1-230

Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Dream Leader (IRE) Mr John Wade Mr James Blakeney

7

11-0

Sean Quinlan Pauline Robson, Capheaton Arthur J Gallagher (UK)

TIMEFORM VIEWNo fluke about his 28/1 Kelso bumper success back in April and enhanced his form when runner-up under a penalty at Ayr on return. Satisfactory start over hurdles when third over 2m here in December, but went backwards at Ayr last time. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 Br

KIDMAN (IRE) (14) 33

B g Arcadio (GER) - Kilganey Maid (IRE) Mr James Thompson Seamus Cooney

6

11-0

Jamie Hamilton Simon Waugh, Morpeth Thompson Taylor Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden who again ran to fair level when third of 5 in novice hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, good to soft) 14 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Back up in distance and needs considering.

TFRHHHHI BHA104

4 Br

SHIGHNESS (GB) (33) 56-1361

5

11-0

B m Passing Glance - Sharwakom (IRE) Conor O’Farrell Keep The Faith Partnership Micky Hammond, Middleham Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst Wilcocks Contractors Ltd, Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner who has got better with each run over hurdles, opening her account in 10-runner maiden at Wetherby (21.2f, heavy) 33 days ago, staying on to lead near finish. That was a weak affair, but she may do better still. TFRHHHII BHA101

5 Br

TEESCOMPONENTSFLY (GB) (18) 0

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Hula Ballew Tees Components Ltd Tees Components Ltd

5

11-0

Tom Midgley (5) Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for David Barron but was well held sent hurdling at Wetherby 18 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 Br

THAT SHIPS SAILED (IRE) (297) 004-200

B g Califet (FR) - Mill Lady (IRE) Capt M. Anderson William Flood

7

11-0

Callum Bewley Jessica Bedi, Yarm

TIMEFORM VIEW Behind all 3 starts in bumpers and just poor form at best over hurdles. Has a breathing op since last seen 9 months ago.

TFRHIIII BHA75

7 Br

WHELANS BRIDGE (IRE) (32) 3-15

B g Finsceal Fior (IRE) - Saintly Wish (USA) Ian Macconnachie and Rose Dobbin I. & J. Shanahan

6

11-0

Craig Nichol Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW £32,000 buy after winning the second of his 2 starts in Irish points last spring. Shaped much better than the distance beaten suggests on last month’s hurdling debut over C&D, and will improve. TFRHHHHI BHA-

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2021: RATTLE OWL 5 10 9 Oakley Brown 15-2 (Jedd O’Keeffe) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Git Maker (FR), 7-2 Whelans Bridge (IRE), 11-2 Kidman (IRE), 13-2 Shighness (GB), 9-1 Geordies Dream (GB), 66-1 Teescomponentsfly (GB), 100-1 That Ships Sailed (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 1.37 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE CAZOO HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Total race value £7850 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2692, 2nd £1346, 3rd £673, 4th £337, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £3512.66) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C Grant (5 wins from 70 runners, 7%) runs DARIUS DES SOURCES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Greenall (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs GO ON CHEZ WEIGHTWATCHER: DARIUS DES SOURCES won off a handicap mark of 102, his rating is now down 12lb to 90.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GO ON CHEZ trained by O Greenall, Malpas, 170 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

GO ON CHEZ has the potential for better on his return and is taken to complete a handicap chase hat-trick with the Oliver Greenall stable among the winners. Edmond Dantes can give him most to do ahead of Sir Apollo.

1-2-3: 1.GO ON CHEZ 2.EDMOND DANTES (FR) 3.SIR APOLLO (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

horse

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

EDMOND DANTES (FR) (10) 6541F2 BF

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Divine Surprise (IRE) Drew & Ailsa Russell Mme Therese Bouche

st lb

6 11-12

Callum Bewley Ruth Jefferson, Malton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful chase debut at Market Rasen in February. Going well when falling 3 out over C&D next time and good second back at Market Rasen 10 days ago. Obvious chance.

TFRHHHHI BHA97

2 Br

BROOMFIELDS KAN (IRE) (21) 036245

Gr g Arakan (USA) - Roses And Wine (IRE) Southdean Racing Club Joseph Walshe

7

11-9

Jonathon Bewley (3) George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest chaser. Good second at Ayr in February. Better than result (unable to recover after mistake 3 out) when fifth over C&D 3 weeks ago.

TFRHHHII BHA94

3 Br

GO ON CHEZ (GB) (224) P22-111 D

B g Malinas (GER) - Who’s Afraid The Lads and Her Yorton Farm Stud

6

11-9

Craig Nichol Oliver Greenall, Malpas Swansway, Smartplanner

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing over hurdles but different proposition as a chaser, winning around 3m at Uttoxeter and Cartmel last summer. Good chance of a hat-trick if primed after an absence. TFRHHHHH BHA94

4 Br

DARIUS DES SOURCES (FR) (52) P2P-PPP CD

Gr g Irish Wells (FR) - Lionata (FR) D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Jean-Luc Rouxel & Jean-Claude Rouille

9

11-5

Sean Quinlan Chris Grant, Billingham North Sea Logistics

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Ayr last season but has been pulled up on 5 of his 6 starts since. Remains to be seen if a first-time visor (replacing cheekpieces) and wind op make any difference.

TFRHHIII BHA90

5 Br

LOUGHERMORE (IRE) (5) 004654 D

B g Milan - Seductive Dance Mrs Pip Waugh John Dwan and John Brennan

8

11-4

William Shanahan (7) Simon Waugh, Morpeth

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to really threaten this term, his jumping leftting him down when well-held fourth of 12 at Kelso (21.5f) 5 days ago. Others are preferred.

TFRHHIII BHA89

6 Br

SIR APOLLO (IRE) (29) 400-552

B g Westerner - Fieldtown (IRE) NMUS Martin J. Dibbs

7 10-13

Jonathan England Sam England, Guiseley Keighley Steel, Northern Medical Ultrasound Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran best race under a much more positive ride when second in C&D handicap 29 days ago. A danger to all if pulling out a bit more for first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA84

7 Br

WESTDANTE (IRE) (23) 064-PP4

B g Westerner - Mydante (IRE) MT Buckley & Brough Farm Racing Partners Mr Matt Slattery

7

10-8

John Kington Danny Brooke, Middleham Danny Brooke Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form. Completed for the first time this term when fourth of 13 at Hexham 23 days ago. First-time blinkers replace the cheekpieces worn on that occasion. TFRHHHII BHA79

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8 Br

BEGOODTOYOURSELF (IRE) (18) 6222P4 BF

B g Getaway (GER) - Loreley (IRE) Blythe Stables LLP Kenneth Parkhill

7

10-5

Harry Reed Christopher Kellett, Lathom Helicentreuk

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden under Rules following 20 attempts, although he can be forgiven his latest distant fourth at Market Rasen after being badly hampered early on.

TFRHHHII BHA76

9 Br

OH NO (GB) (12) 65P-PPU

B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - See My Girl Mr M. Barnes John Duckworth

10 10-0

Stephen Mulqueen Maurice Barnes, Brampton Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Temperamental sort who has failed to complete this season, fading into a remote fourth prior to unseating at the last at Hexham latest. Not hard to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA69 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2021: DILIGENT (FR) 8 11 4 Kieren Buckley 4-6 (Nigel Hawke) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 7, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

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RACE THREE

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Go On Chez (GB), 3-1 Edmond Dantes (FR), 6-1 Sir Apollo (IRE), 15-2 Begoodtoyourself (IRE), 12-1 Westdante (IRE), 14-1 Broomfields Kan (IRE), Loughermore (IRE), 22-1 Darius des Sources (FR), 66-1 Oh No (GB)

FOURTH RACE 2.15 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE CAZOO SEARCH DRIVE SMILE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Total race value £10600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3839, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £5010.32) Weights raised 6lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Menzies (16 wins from 109 runners, 15%) runs SCOTTISH ACCENT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Alexander (2 wins from 16 runners, 12%) runs CHANTING HILL LONGEST TRAVELLER: RAPID RAIDER trained by L Russell, Kinross, 137 miles.

RACE SUMMARY It may have taken LOUGH SALT a long time to get off the mark over fences, but he quickly doubled his tally and can go on to complete the hat-trick. The 11-y-o scored much more easily on the second occasion and remains well treated on old form. He can get the better of Rapid Raider who racked up his own hat-trick earlier in the season and has run well again on his last 2 starts. Scottish Accent had excuses last time and completes the shortlist.

1-2-3: 1.LOUGH SALT (IRE) 2.RAPID RAIDER (IRE) 3.SCOTTISH ACCENT (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

horse

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

CHANTING HILL (IRE) (13) 56321P D

B m Milan - Kitty Dillon (IRE) Quandt & Cochrane Longrove Stud

st lb

8 11-12

Sean Quinlan N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage 8-y-o who scored for the first time away from Kelso when off the mark for the season in handicap at Catterick (25.2f) last month. Went amiss when pulled up before first at Carlisle 13 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA109

2 Br

SCOTTISH ACCENT (IRE) (13) 624126

B g Golan (IRE) - Onthelongfinger (IRE) Blacklock Simpson & Partner Roger McGrath

9

11-9

Nathan Moscrop Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in handicap chase at Kelso (20f) in January and good second at Carlisle next time. Not seen to best effect back at latter course 13 days ago, so could return to form with visor reapplied. TFRHHHII BHA106

3 Br

DEVOUR (IRE) (331) 65465-3

9

B g Milan - Marble Desire (IRE) Girsonfield Racing Club Robert B. Hodgins

11-8

Craig Nichol Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW Won first start in a handicap over hurdles at Wetherby in October 2020. Largely below form since, although shaped well on chase debut when third of 4 in novice at Perth (23.8f) in May. Off since. TFRHHIII BHA105

4 Br

MOROZOV COCKTAIL (IRE) (23) 6153P2

B g Morozov (USA) - Gold Platinum (IRE) Mr & Mrs N Wrigley & Partner W. Austin

6

11-6

Mr William Easterby (5) Tim Easterby, Malton Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in novices’ handicap chase at Wetherby (24.2f) on Boxing Day but inconsistent since. One of better efforts (blinkered) when runner-up at Hexham (31.9f) 23 days ago. Needs to back that up. TFRHHHII BHA103

5 Br

RAPID RAIDER (IRE) (21) 111622

Ch g Golden Lariat (USA) - Golden Court (IRE) Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Allan Ross

8

11-3

Stephen Mulqueen Lucinda Russell, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Went on to land a hat-trick earlier in the season following a wind operation. Creditable runner-up efforts last 2 starts, just failing over C&D 17 days ago, and he can go well again.

TFRHHHHI BHA100

6 Br

LOUGH SALT (IRE) (22) 5P4U11

B g Brian Boru - Castlehill Lady (IRE) Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan S. C. D. Syndicate

11 10-10

John Kington Peter Winks, Barnsley Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles last winner who finally came good over fences when edging ahead at Doncaster (3m) in February.

Backed that up with an impressive win at same C&D 22 days ago. Still well treated on old form.

TFRHHHHH BHA93 2021: WYE AYE 6 11 4 Colm McCormack 6-4 (Philip Kirby) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note: CHANTING HILL: Following its run on 27/3/2022 it was reported that the horse had been struck into.

SCOTTISH ACCENT: Following its run on 27/3/2022 it was reported that the horse ran in snatches.

MOROZOV COCKTAIL: Following its run on 17/3/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered post race heat stress.

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Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Lough Salt (IRE), 7-2 Rapid Raider (IRE), 5-1 Scottish Accent (IRE), 6-1 Morozov Cocktail (IRE), 8-1 Chanting Hill (IRE), 14-1 Devour (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 2.50 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 46YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Total race value £12120 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4766, 2nd £2383, 3rd £1191, 4th £596. (Penalty Value £6219.32) Weights raised 7lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (16 wins from 99 runners, 16%) runs SEE THE SEA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs BYZANTINE EMPIRE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRIEF TIMES trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 317 miles.

RACE SUMMARY A good race despite the small field, with SEE THE SEA getting the verdict. Donald McCain’s mare jumps well and travels strongly and may be hard to peg back and likely to get things her own way in front. Brief Times is worth a chance to bounce back from his Kempton performance, whilst Byzantine Empire is well established as being able to compete from his mark.

1-2-3: 1.SEE THE SEA (IRE) 2.BRIEF TIMES (IRE) 3.BYZANTINE EMPIRE KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

horse

BRIEF TIMES (IRE) (21) 3-11120 D BF

B g Doyen (IRE) - Dali’s Theatre Ms S. Exell Ms T. Hassett

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

st lb

6

11-9

James Best Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 2 hurdles starts before excellent second at Wincanton on his handicap bow in December. Only mid-field when favourite for 17-runner event at Kempton last time but isn’t yet fully exposed. Tongue-tied for first time. TFRHHHHI BHA129

2 Br

SEE THE SEA (IRE) (138) 221115 D

8

B m Born To Sea (IRE) - Shahmina (IRE) The Shinton Family 1 James Doyle

11-8

Peter Kavanagh (5) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fluent-jumping front runner who landed a hat-trick under this rider in the autumn. Returns from a break and could get an easy lead here, so she may take some catching.

TFRHHHHH BHA128

Br

RED FORCE ONE (GB) (26) 3/106-06 D

Ro g Lethal Force (IRE) - Dusty Red The Yorkshire Puddings K. A. Bartlett & J. M. Beever

7

11-2

Joe Williamson (5) Philip Kirby, Richmond Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler at his best, though more frequently seen on the Flat since joining this yard. Has looked out of form across both codes recently and is best passed over. Engaged 5.15 here Friday. TFRHHHII BHA122

4 Br

BYZANTINE EMPIRE (GB) (15) 211453 D BF

B g Golden Horn - Mainstay Always Smiling Rachel D. S. Hood

5

11-0

Liam Harrison (3) Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham bresbet ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Doncaster in December and ran well when third at Musselburgh 15 days ago. Largely consistent type and he should give another good account.

TFRHHHHI BHA120 2021: SWAFFHAM BULBECK (IRE) 7 11 7 Oakley Brown 4-1 (Brian Ellison) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4.

Stewards Note: BRIEF TIMES: Following its run on 19/3/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Byzantine Empire (GB), 5-2 See The Sea (IRE), 10-3 Brief Times (IRE), 10-1 Red Force One (GB)

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RACE FIVE

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SIXTH RACE 3.25 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Total race value £13400 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5008, 2nd £2504, 3rd £1252, 4th £626, 5th £280. (Penalty Value £6535.20) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Menzies (16 wins from 109 runners, 15%) runs DALYOTIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mr M T Walford (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs BUSTER VALENTINE FANCY THAT: R Menzies won this race in 2018 and 2019. The stable runs DALYOTIN today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE KING OF MAY trained by B Ellison, Malton, 90 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

DALYOTIN is lightly raced for his current yard and seemed to have plenty in hand when scoring at Sedgefield a month ago, so he’s a confident selection to follow up at the likely expense of Buster Valentine, who is up only 3lb for making all at Wetherby last time. Sirwilliamwallace could also make his presence felt.

1-2-3: 1.DALYOTIN (FR) 2.BUSTER VALENTINE (IRE) 3.SIRWILLIAMWALLACE (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

horse

Sponsor age

EMPIRE DE MAULDE (FR) (29) 122136 C D

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Ondine de Brejoux (FR) Mr S Murrills & Mr J Ewart S.C.E.A. de Maulde

PLAY SMARTER

st lb

8 11-12

Conor O’Farrell James Ewart, Langholm James Ewart Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on scoreboard over fences at Kelso (26.2f) in October. Solid third at Cheltenham next time, but found this trip inadequate reverted to hurdling after a break here last month. TFRHHHII BHA134

2 Br

THE KING OF MAY (FR) (20) 641022 BF

B g High Rock (IRE) - Waltzing (IRE) Phil & Julie Martin Mr Alain Lebret & Mr Pascal Noue

8

11-5

Sean Quinlan Brian Ellison, Malton Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Sedgefield in January and has held form since, again runner-up at Carlisle 20 days ago. Should give another good account for all his mark seems about right. TFRHHHII BHA127

3 Br

BUSTER VALENTINE (IRE) (33) 1/-P2321 C

B g Ask - Femme du Noir (IRE) The Mount Fawcus Partnership Mr Tom Howley

9

11-5

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for consistency when scoring from the front at Wetherby in March and, with his stable going well, another bold showing is expected with cheekpieces now applied.

TFRHHHHI BHA127

Br

DALYOTIN (FR) (34) F3-2041

6

B g Poliglote - Dalyonne (FR) Gay and Peter Hartley Mr Gilles Le Baron

11-2

Nathan Moscrop Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in France and, after a couple of spins over hurdles, opened his account for current yard in good style back over fences at Sedgefield last time, beating The King of May. Looks well capable of following up. TFRHHHHH BHA124

5 Br

SIRWILLIAMWALLACE (IRE) (126) 3316-3P D

B g Getaway (GER) - Mrs Milan (IRE) Mr Ken McGarrity John Noonan

9

11-0

Craig Nichol Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWWinning hurdler who took well to fences last season. Creditable return when third at Kelso and stretched by trip when pulled up at Wetherby 4 months ago. Not one to rule out now freshened up.

TFRHHHII BHA122 2021: CRACKING FIND (IRE) 10 10 12 Robert Dunne 7-2 (Sue Smith) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.

Stewards Note: SIRWILLIAMWALLACE: Following its run on 4/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Dalyotin (FR), 11-4 Buster Valentine (IRE), 7-2 The King of May (FR), 7-1 Sirwilliamwallace (IRE), 15-2 Empire de Maulde (FR)

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RACE SIX

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SEVENTH RACE 4.00 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Total race value £7550 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2859, 2nd £1430, 3rd £714, 4th £358, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (15 wins from 126 runners, 12%) runs ILAYA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mr M T Walford (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs JOHNSON’S BLUE WEIGHTWATCHER: CASAMARI ABBEY won off a handicap mark of 89, his rating is now down 6lb to 83.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: WARRIORS STORY trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 135 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

The 5-y-os can come to the fore with JOHNSON’S BLUE preferred over Court At Slip. The selection produced a career best on his second start in a handicap and is open to further improvement. Court At Slip is not dismissed lightly having won convincingly over C&D last month, while 7-y-o Get With It also ran well when second here on his latest outing and remains lightly raced for his age.

1-2-3: 1.JOHNSON’S BLUE (IRE) 2.COURT AT SLIP (IRE) 3.GET WITH IT (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

horse

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

COURT AT SLIP (IRE) (32) 560F01 CD

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Fame (IRE) Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner Leo Matheson

st lb

5 11-12

Mr William Easterby (5) Tim Easterby, Malton Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 5-y-o who produced a career best when off the mark in handicap hurdle over C&D last month.

Back up 8lb now but won convincingly and should have more to offer. Has to be taken seriously.

TFRHHHHI BHA99

2 Br

PATEEN (IRE) (175) 216055

B or Br g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Richards Claire (IRE) Hill House Racing Club John Joe Brady

10 11-10

Miss Jessica Bedi (7) Jessica Bedi, Yarm

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles upon joining present stable, latterly at Cartmel in July.

Hasn’t matched that effort since though. Back up in trip.

TFRHHIII BHA97

3 Br

GET WITH IT (IRE) (32) 44F0-52

B g Getaway (GER) - Listening (IRE) Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Mrs Mary McCann

7

11-8

Craig Nichol Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage 7-y-o who took a step back in right direction after a breathing operation/10-month absence when fifth in handicap at Musselburgh in February. Ran creditably over C&D last month and can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA95

4 Br

JOHNSON’S BLUE (IRE) (12) 40001 D

B g Westerner - Annimation (IRE) Geoff Wilson and Cambridge Racing Mr J. P. Whelan

5

11-7

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Cambridge Bloodstock Ltd.

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more on handicap debut over C&D in March and improved again to get off the mark at Hexham (20.1f) later in the month. Up 7lb but was always doing enough last time. Major contender.

TFRHHHHH BHA94

5 Br

ILAYA (FR) (73) 63-0600 C

Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Tour Magic (FR) The Golden Cuckoo Mr Christian Sainte Marie

8

11-7

Conor O’Farrell Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner in 2019/20, including here (16.2f), but has shown little form so far this season. Has been dropping in the weights though as a result and is now on a career-low mark. Up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA94

6 Br

GOLDEN CHANCER (GB) (190) 612P10

B g Gold Well - Princess Oriane (IRE) Mr Scott Lowther Distillery Stud

8

11-3

Alain Cawley Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie L.I.P. Construction Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWWasted no time getting back to form and showed a good attitude to boot as he won 27f Sedgefield handicap hurdle in September. However, has not been seen since running poorly at Hexham in October.

TFRHHIII BHA90

7 Br

BLACK MINSTER (GB) (52) 0-4545P C

Bl g Trans Island - Mini Minster Mr P. G. Atkinson P. G. Atkinson

7

11-0

Jack Hogan (7) Peter Atkinson, Northallerton

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut in AW bumper here but only modest form at best over hurdles, though seemed unsuited by testing conditions when pulled up at Wetherby in February. Others preferred.

TFRHHIII BHA87

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8 Br

MISSCARLETT (IRE) (15) 523150 D

B m Red Rocks (IRE) - Coimbra (USA) Mrs J. Porter Fontstown Stud

8 10-12

Joe Williamson (5) Philip Kirby, Richmond Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has recorded two wins in mares’ handicaps this season, the latest coming at Market Rasen (23f) in November. Below form in 3 starts since though, including on the Flat here on the second occasion. TFRHHIII BHA85

9 Br

WARRIORS STORY (GB) (32) 40-0054

6 10-11

B g Midnight Legend - Samandara (FR) The Warriors Alan King Racing and Miss J. M. Bodycote

Bruce Lynn (5) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers for Keith Dalgleish and promise in 3 starts in novice hurdles. Stepped up on those efforts, following a wind op, when fourth on handicap debut over C&D last month. Open to progress. TFRHHHII BHA84

10 Br

CASAMARI ABBEY (IRE) (110) 04P000 D

8 10-10

Br g Jeremy (USA) - Sprightly Gal (IRE) Mr Paul Bryan Sunnyhill Stud

John Kington Simon West, Middleham

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler/chaser in Ireland who has finished well held both starts for current yard. Has had a wind operation since last seen in December.

TFRHHIII BHA83

11 Br

MIRS CHOICE (IRE) (762) 5423/56/-

Br m Coroner (IRE) - Dummy Run (IRE) Dial a Distance Racing Mrs Miriam Tarrant

12 10-5

William Shanahan (7) David Thompson, Darlington Grant Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Second on hunter debut at Worcester (23f) in May 2018 but unable to reproduce that during the rest of her summer campaign. Left Tony Carroll after August that year and not seen under Rules since. TFRHIIII BHA78

12 Br

UNCLE GEZ (IRE) (91) 3060P

6

B g Califet (FR) - Louis’s Teffia (IRE) D&D Armstrong Ltd & Mr Chris Grant Denis O’Roarke & Bernard Maxwell

10-0

Sean Quinlan Chris Grant, Billingham

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains with little form in bumpers and maiden/novice hurdles. Cheekpieces now added as he makes handicap debut.

TFRHHIII BHA72

13 Br

BALLYTOBIN (IRE) (112) 640-00

7

Ch g Salutino (GER) - Restless Dreams (IRE) Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster Ronnie O’Neill

10-0

Stephen Mulqueen Sandy Forster, Kelso

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in a pair of Irish bumpers and has fared no better in novice hurdles for current yard. Now up in trip for handicap debut. Tongue tie also on 1st time.

TFRHHIII BHA72 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2021: OLD JEWRY (IRE) 7 11 12 Ross Chapman 4-1 (Daragh Bourke) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 6, 8, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10.

Stewards Note: GOLDEN CHANCER: Following its run on 1/10/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

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Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Johnson’s Blue (IRE), 4-1 Court At Slip (IRE), 11-2 Get With It (IRE), 9-1 Ilaya (FR), Warriors Story (GB), 16-1 Pateen (IRE), 18-1 Misscarlett (IRE), 20-1 Golden Chancer (GB), 22-1 Black Minster (GB), 33-1 Uncle Gez (IRE), 50-1 Casamari Abbey (IRE), Ballytobin (IRE), 100-1 Mirs Choice (IRE)

EIGHTH RACE 4.40 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Total race value £7550 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2859, 2nd £1430, 3rd £714, 4th £358, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (15 wins from 126 runners, 12%) runs JUST PADDY’S BAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mr M T Walford (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs KINGS CREEK WEIGHTWATCHER: DAN GUN won off a handicap mark of 92, his rating is now down 18lb to 74.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: CELTIC DANCER trained by Miss K Scott, Galashiels, 267 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

AZOF DES MOTTES travelled as if still in good heart before fading on the heavy ground at Wetherby last time, and having finished ahead of a next time out winner there previously, he’s fancied to get off the mark back from a wind op here. Kings Creek went well from the same mark at Sedgefield last month and can make the frame again, whilst Ugo du Misselot is unexposed at the trip.

1-2-3: 1.AZOF DES MOTTES (FR) 2.KINGS CREEK (IRE) 3.UGO DU MISSELOT (FR) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

horse

Sponsor age

BARNAY (GB) (20) 324025 D

PLAY SMARTER

st lb

7 11-12

B g Nayef (USA) - Barnezet (GR) Mr David Ashbrook Robin Blunt

Max Kendrick Jake Coulson, Heaton

TIMEFORM VIEW Second at Carlisle on final start for Jennie Candlish and ran creditably there on first start for this yard 20 days ago. Not dismissed with tongue strap applied.

TFRHHHII BHA98

2 Br

UGO DU MISSELOT (FR) (18) 343545

B g Irish Wells (FR) - Princesse Pauline (FR) Graeme Curnow & T Davidson Xavier Moyer & Herve Sotteau

8 11-10

Harry Reed Tristan Davidson, Carlisle B & H Motors Ltd, Jewson Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWYet to win a race of any description but has made the frame in handicaps off higher marks this season.

Didn’t convince under pressure last time but may have more to come over this longer trip.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

3 Br

KINGS CREEK (IRE) (16) 630352

B g Elusive Quality (USA) - Nunavik (IRE) New Vision Bloodstock Haddenham Stud Farm Ltd

5

11-9

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Best recent effort when second from this mark at Sedgefield last month and can’t be ruled out in a similar event.

TFRHHHHI BHA95

4 Br

AZOF DES MOTTES (FR) (52) 005P2P

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Wavy (FR) Montgomerie, Mandle, Annett and Davidson E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes

5

11-8

Jonathon Bewley (3) George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWPlaced both completed starts in points and best effort under Rules when second of 15 at Wetherby in January. Shaped well before pulling up on heavy ground there last time and he’s likely to give a bold showing back under more suitable conditions after a wind op. TFRHHHHH BHA94

5 Br

JUST PADDY’S BAND (IRE) (102) 1-34040

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Tweedledrum Chapman, Tennant & Turnbull Mr K. D. Cotter

6

11-6

Conor O’Farrell Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like one being brought along with handicaps in mind in novice hurdles, though opening mark looks stiff enough. May prove at his best over even further. TFRHHHII BHA92

6 Br

BESTIARIUS (IRE) (18) 243566 C

B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Chione (IRE) Gillianboanas, Douglasrenton & Partner Commandant Brendan Healy

10 11-4

Tom Midgley (5) Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless over hurdles but has largely held his form this season and isn’t ruled out of making the frame dropped back to a more suitable trip.

TFRHHHII BHA90

7 Br

OLD JEWRY (IRE) (20) P061P0 CD

B g Le Fou (IRE) - Clerken Bridge (IRE) Origin Patrick Joseph McCartan

8 10-13

Alan Doyle (7) Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie Origin

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a reduced mark when scoring at Carlisle in February but has made no impression on either start since. Others more persuasive.

TFRHHHII BHA85

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8 Br

LANDACRE BRIDGE (GB) (121) 25P00

B g Kayf Tara - Wee Dinns (IRE) Hogarth Racing C. R. R. Sweeting & Conduit Farm Partner

6 10-12

Sean Quinlan Henry Hogarth, Stillington

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on bumper debut last May (for Ben Pauling) but has shown nothing in a trio of novice hurdles this winter. Hard to have confidence in making handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA84

9 Br

DR SHIROCCO (IRE) (32) 000000

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE) IIFTF J. P. King & P. Turley

7 10-11

Stephen Mulqueen Sandy Forster, Kelso

TIMEFORM VIEW Attracted support but only finished ninth in 15-runner C&D event last month. Still yet to make any impact for this yard so interesting to see whether market speaks in his favour again. TFRHHHII BHA83

10 Br

CELTIC DANCER (IRE) (12) 002P06 D

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE) Making Headway Racing and K Scott Robert B. Hodgins

9

10-8

Craig Nichol Katie Scott, Galashiels A1 Framing

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-treated on his best form for Eric McNamara but is almost 3 years without a win and hasn’t show much to enthuse about recently.

TFRHHIII BHA80

11 Br

DAN GUN (IRE) (12) 050000 D

B g Intikhab (USA) - Lady Magdalena (IRE) Northumberland Racing Club L. Kennedy & P. Giles

8

10-2

Thomas Willmott (5) Simon Waugh, Morpeth Simon Waugh Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise since leaving Dan Skelton for this yard and tough to fancy with visor going on.

TFRHHIII BHA74

12 Br

MUROOR (GB) (16) 235202

9

Ch g Nayef (USA) - Raaya (USA) Mr V. Thompson Shadwell Estate Company Limited

10-0

Alain Cawley Victor Thompson, Alnwick

TIMEFORM VIEW Performed creditably over fences since re-joining this yard, placed for the fourth time this season when runner-up at Sedgefield last month. Rarely seen over hurdles nowadays but mark is workable if in same form.

TFRHHHII BHA72

13 Br

SMART BOYO (GB) (26) P50

B g War Command (USA) - Luluti (IRE) Smartwater Utilities Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

4

10-0

Joe Williamson (5) Philip Kirby, Richmond Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWLittle promise in a trio of juvenile events and well out of the weights for handicap hurdle debut, but has been in good order on the level in blinkers (won Kempton handicap in February and runner-up both starts since). Could do better.

TFRHHHII BHA71 2021: BALLYCRYSTAL (IRE) 10 11 3 Miss Becky Smith 8-1 (Micky Hammond) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Visor worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1, 9. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 12, 13.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 10.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4, 8.

Stewards Note: AZOF DES MOTTES: Following its run on 16/2/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer quicker ground.

SMART BOYO: Following its run on 14/3/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered severe interference.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Kings Creek (IRE), 6-1 Ugo du Misselot (FR), 9-1 Barnay (GB), Azof des Mottes (FR), Smart Boyo (GB), 12-1 Just Paddy’s Band (IRE), Dr Shirocco (IRE), 14-1 Old Jewry (IRE), 18-1 Bestiarius (IRE), Muroor (GB), 25-1 Landacre Bridge (GB), 40-1 Dan Gun (IRE), 50-1 Celtic Dancer (IRE)

RACE EIGHT

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AINTREE 5.15 FOUR MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (4M 2F 74YDS) FOR SEVEN YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE RANDOX GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) Total race value £1000000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £382700, 2nd £167500, 3rd £83800, 4th £54500, 5th £33400, 6th £25000, 7th £16500, 8th £11300, 9th £7000, 10th £3500. (Penalty Value £500000) Weights raised 6lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 26 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A

RACE SUMMARY ANY SECOND NOW ran a screamer without much going his way in last year’s National, catching the eye with a big move late on having had little luck in-running. Clearly saved for this, he warmed up with a pleasing win in a good time from 3 of today’s rivals at Fairyhouse 6 weeks ago and can give Ireland their fifth victory in the last 6 renewals. Gordon Elliott holds a mighty hand, Delta Work and Death Duty particularly strong. Last year’s winner Minella Times may have his work cut out.

1-2-3: 1.ANY SECOND NOW (IRE) 2.DELTA WORK (FR) 3.DEATH DUTY (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

horse

MINELLA TIMES (IRE) (62) 1221-FP CD

B g Oscar (IRE) - Triptoshan (IRE) Mr John P. McManus Cathal Ennis

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor Age

st lb

9 11-10

Rachael Blackmore Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Created history under Rachael Blackmore (first female jockey to win the race) last year, well ridden on the inner and travelling/jumping well. Not an ideal preparation this time though (not completed twice) and is 15lb higher. Work to do to emulate back-to-back winners Red Rum and Tiger Roll. TFRHHHII BHA161

2 Br

DELTA WORK (FR) (24) U3-4661

Br g Network (GER) - Robbe (FR) Gigginstown House Stud Mr C. Magnien & Mr J. Magnien

9

11-9

Jack Kennedy Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Saw off stablemate and National hero Tiger Roll on that one’s swansong in the Cross Country at Cheltenham under this rider, jumping well and showing bags of stamina. Got tons of class (5-time Grade 1 winner over fences in Ireland) and ticks plenty of boxes. 1 of 7 for Gordon Elliott.

TFRHHHHI BHA160

3 Br

SCHOOL BOY HOURS (IRE) (23) 243-61P BF

B g Presenting - Trinity Alley (IRE) Mr John P. McManus Richard & Martin O’Keeffe

9

10-5

Sean Flanagan Noel Meade, Ireland Meade

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of good runs over fences before putting it all together on his return in hot Leopardstown handicap at Christmas (Enjoy d’Allen third). Fancied for the Kim Muir at Cheltenham off this mark but a mistake 4 out did for him and he wasn’t given a hard time. Interesting.

TFRHHHII BHA159 (-9)

4 Br

ANY SECOND NOW (IRE) (42) P13-061

B g Oscar (IRE) - Pretty Neat (IRE) Mr John P. McManus Mrs Noreen McManus

10 11-8

Mark Walsh T. M. Walsh, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Smashing third without any sort of luck-in-running last year and primed for a big effort again after resuming winning ways on first go over fences since in Fairyhouse Grade 3 (edged out Escaria Ten) 6 weeks ago.

Yard knows what it takes to win this and he’s got to be on every shortlist.

TFRHHHHH BHA159 (+3)

5 Br

RUN WILD FRED (IRE) (25) 22-2122 BF

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Talkin Madam (IRE) Gigginstown House Stud Maurice O’Brien

8

11-7

Davy Russell Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who is much improved since fitted with blinkers, second in last year’s Irish National before winning hot 3m Navan handicap in November. Good run behind very promising rival in NH Chase at Cheltenham last month and another Elliott runner with plenty going for him.

TFRHHHII BHA158 (-4)

6 Br

LOSTINTRANSLATION (IRE) (25) 5P-15P0 C

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Falika (FR) Taylor & O’Dwyer Mr A. R. M. M. Kavanagh

10 11-6

Harry Cobden Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser in his younger days (Betfair Chase winner and third in Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2019-20). Won at Ascot on his return after a wind op and not disgraced on handicap debut at Cheltenham last month in first-time cheekpieces, but that shows the task he faces here off 2lb higher. TFRHHIII BHA157 (-7)

7 Br

BRAHMA BULL (IRE) (24) 2333PU

Ch g Presenting - Oligarch Society (IRE) Mrs S. Ricci Mr J. L. Lightfoot

11 11-6

Brian Hayes W. P. Mullins, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Won big-field Punchestown handicap last spring and placed after in the Kerry National, and at Newbury in the Ladbrokes (distant third behind Fiddlerontheroof). Jumping errors never far away with him though and he’s failed to complete in this headgear the last twice. Lots of others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA157

8 Br

BURROWS SAINT (FR) (42) 624-323 BF

9

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - La Bombonera (FR) Mrs S. Ricci Mme Julie Morgan

11-5

P. Townend W. P. Mullins, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW 2019 Irish National winner who ran a stormer off this mark here last year, threatening for a long way before running out of steam from 2 out. Second of 4 Mullins runners at Tramore on New Year’s Day but poor behind Any Second Now and Escaria Ten at Fairyhouse. Got to prove he stays.

TFRHHHII BHA156 (-3)

9 Br

MOUNT IDA (IRE) (22) 213-110

8

B m Yeats (IRE) - Jolivia (FR) KTDA Racing Philip Hore

11-5

Denis O’Regan Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Remarkable winner of the Kim Muir at last year’s Cheltenham Festival and has scored twice in mares’ races this term. Ran a stinker when fancied in Grade 2 back at Cheltenham last month though and her jumping surely isn’t good enough to win a National for all she should stay. Cheekpieces go on.

TFRHHHII BHA156 (-2)

10 Br

LONGHOUSE POET (IRE) (46) 231-010 BF

8

B g Yeats (IRE) - Moscow Madame (IRE) Sean & Bernardine Mulryan Mr J. Duggan

11-4

Darragh O’Keeffe Martin Brassil, Ireland

TIMEFORMVIEWFollowed in the footsteps of yard’s subsequent National/Irish National winner Numbersixvalverde with victory in valuable Thyestes handicap chase at Gowran in January, jumping well. Not knocked about over hurdles last time and could be set for a big run with longer trip sure to suit.

TFRHHHII BHA155

11 Br

FIDDLERONTHEROOF (IRE) (49) 223-122 BF

B g Stowaway - Inquisitive Look Taylor, Burley & O’Dwyer Treaty Pals Syndicate

8

11-4

Brendan Powell Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 winner over 2m as a novice hurdler and consistent over fences with plenty of class form, successful on return at Carlisle before runner-up in Ladbrokes Trophy Handicap and Ascot listed race (behind Fortescue). Marathon trips will suit and he’s a firm player for the home team.

TFRHHHII BHA155 (+2)

12 Br

TWO FOR GOLD (IRE) (49) 13U-112

B g Gold Well - Two of Each (IRE) May We Never Be Found Out Partnership 2 Neil R. Tector

9

11-3

David Bass Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Tough and reliable chaser who won his first 2 starts at up to 3m this term and prime contender on the form of his second in the Grade 1 Betfair Ascot Chase 7 weeks ago. Stamina and jumping (failed to get round in the Topham last season) are serious questions that he’s got to answer, however.

TFRHHHII BHA154 (+5)

13 Br

SANTINI (GB) (22) 53P-420 C

B g Milan - Tinagoodnight (FR) Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

10 11-2

Nick Scholfield Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary H & C Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Went down by just a neck (Lostintranslation third) in the 2020 Cheltenham Gold Cup and although not the same force these days he did run well back at Cheltenham in January under this rider. Should stay but others have better claims at the weights.

TFRHHIII BHA153

14 Br

SAMCRO (IRE) (23) 602003

Ch g Germany (USA) - Dun Dun (IRE) Gigginstown House Stud D. Taylor

10 11-1

Sean Bowen Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Cheltenham Festival winner in his pomp but is a shadow of his former self these days, failing to see his races out following his Killarney win in May. Another of the colossal Elliott/Gigginstown challenge but must be a doubtful stayer above all else and is tricky to entertain.

TFRHHIII BHA152 (-3)

15 Br

ESCARIA TEN (FR) (42) 123P-02

B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Spartes Eria (FR) McNeill Family Mr Jacques Antoine Cesbron

8

11-1

A. P. Heskin Gordon Elliott, Ireland Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 25f Thurles maiden chase last season before a very good third in NH Chase at Cheltenham. Kept fresh for this and back to form when just denied by Any Second Now at Fairyhouse 6 weeks ago. Part of a strong team for Gordon Elliott and a leading contender despite having had just 7 runs over fences.

TFRHHHHI BHA152 (+1)

16 Br

GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) (42) 2-31210

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Princess Gaia (IRE) Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Mrs M. Brophy

9 10-13

Daryl Jacob Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever this season, revealing far more stamina when scoring for a second time at Wetherby (3m, heavy) at Christmas from Lord du Mesnil. Excuses at Kempton since and the choice of retained Daryl Jacob from 3 here for owners, but probably high enough in the weights.

TFRHHHII BHA150 (-1)

17 Br

ROMAIN DE SENAM (FR) (21) 4B143-P

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Salvatrixe (FR) Judith Wilson Pierre Senamaud & Dr Jacques Detre

10 10-5

Philip Armson David Pipe, Wellington W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser at up to an easy 3m for Paul Nicholls/Dan Skelton. Off 11 months and pulled up for new connections in Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago, and all to prove after that.

TFRHHIII BHA150 (-3)

18 Br

COKO BEACH (FR) (42) 46P644

7 10-13

Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Solana Beach (FR) Gigginstown House Stud Jean-Louis Berger

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Beat stablemate Run Wild Fred in last season’s Thyestes and a couple of good efforts in big-field handicaps this term. He’s got stamina to prove here though (failed to stay in the Irish National 12 months ago) and others from his powerful yard are far more persuasive. Last 7-y-o winner was in 1940. TFRHHHII BHA150 (-3)

19 Br

DE RASHER COUNTER (GB) (56) 614P/2-4

B g Yeats (IRE) - Dedrunknmunky (IRE) Makin’ Bacon Partnership Karina Casini

10 10-12

Adam Wedge Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced since his November 2019 Ladbrokes Trophy Newbury success off this mark, shaping as if retaining much of his ability after 16 months off there 8 weeks ago. Should strip fitter and if he stays (pulled up in gruelling renewal of Midlands National in 2020) he could go well.

TFRHHHII BHA149

20 Br

KILDISART (IRE) (35) 652/30-4 C

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Princess Mairead (IRE) Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede William Mangan

10 10-11

James Bowen Ben Pauling, Naunton Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 25f handicap chase on this card in 2019 and was second in Cheltenham Festival handicap the following season. Lightly raced since, but shaped well after 15 months off at Newbury recently and long distances should suit him. Interesting in re-fitted headgear.

TFRHHHII BHA148 (-1)

21 Br

DISCORAMA (FR) (59) 3/250-52

9 10-11

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Quentala (FR) Andrew Gemmell/Thomas Friel Roland Buchot

B. J. Cooper Paul Nolan, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Second in the NH Chase at the 2019 Cheltenham Festival so stamina proven and easy to forgive his weak finish in this last year given it was on his first run for 5 months. 1lb lower with cheekpieces on this time and shaped pleasingly back over fences at Fairyhouse 8 weeks ago. One to consider.

TFRHHHII BHA148

22 Br

TOP VILLE BEN (IRE) (49) P5F312

B g Beneficial - Great Decision (IRE) Harbour Rose Partnership Edward Prendergast & Mrs Helen Gillman

10 10-11

Thomas Dowson Philip Kirby, Richmond Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Suffered a heavy fall on his first go over these fences in December but none the worse for that and has been in fine fettle over hurdles. Capable of high-class chasing form at his best and this is his first go over a marathon trip. Could outrun big odds.

TFRHHHII BHA148

23 Br

ENJOY D’ALLEN (FR) (63) 223-035

8 10-11

B or Br g Network (GER) - Triple Star (FR) Mr John P. McManus Bruno Vagne

Conor Orr Ciaran Murphy, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner last season and been holding his own in some big handicaps since, third in 2021 Irish National and hot Leopardstown contest (same race Minella Times placed in in 2020). Bought recently by J.P.McManus and shapes like a stayer. Tongue tie back on. Could be tailor-made for this. TFRHHHHI BHA148 (-1)

24 Br

ANIBALE FLY (FR) (28) P-30000

12 10-11

B g Assessor (IRE) - Nouba Fly (FR) Mr John P. McManus EARL Baty, Mr V. Baty, Mr F. Lemercier

Luke Dempsey A. J. Martin, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but has become a fixture in this, fourth in 2018, fifth in 2019 and pulled up last year (listless performance). Ticking over nicely ahead of a fourth bid but surely his chance has been and gone and is only playing for minor honours.

TFRHHIII BHA148

25 Br

DINGO DOLLAR (IRE) (35) P12-435

10 10-11

Ch g Golden Lariat (USA) - Social Society (IRE) M Warren J Holmes R Kidner & J Wright Fintan Farrell

Ryan Mania Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sandy Thomson Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t seem to take to these fences in last season’s Grand Sefton but he’s been a revelation for new yard since, going down narrowly to Mighty Thunder in the Scottish National a year ago and running well at Newcastle in November. Not without a chance after Kelso spin and jockey won this in 2013.

TFRHHHII BHA148 (-3)

26 Br

FREEWHEELIN DYLAN (IRE) (90) 01-46UP

B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Gaye Future Miss Sheila Mangan Liam Norris

10 10-10

Ricky Doyle Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW All stamina, running out a stunning 150/1 winner of last year’s Irish National in first-time cheekpieces from Run Wild Fred and Enjoy d’Allen. Hasn’t completed the last twice though, and while he could take well to this test, he’s surely got little in hand of the handicapper.

TFRHHHII BHA147

27 Br

CLASS CONTI (FR) (27) 340-P00

B g Poliglote - Gazelle Lulu (FR) Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Mr Patrick Joubert

10 10-10

Sam Twiston-Davies W. P. Mullins, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent sort who was last of the 15 to get round 12 months ago, never the slightest threat all the while. Doesn’t arrive in the same sort of form this year and would be a surprising winner even for this yard.

TFRHHIII BHA147 (-2)

28 Br

NOBLE YEATS (IRE) (25) 460P20

7 10-10

B g Yeats (IRE) - That’s Moyne (IRE) Mr Robert Waley-Cohen Mrs Kristene Hunter

Mr Sam Waley-Cohen Emmet Mullins, Ireland Upton Viva Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Galway maiden chase winner in October and bought by the Waley-Cohen family after his second to Ahoy Senor at Wetherby in February. Not disgraced in Cheltenham Festival handicap under this rider and cheekpieces go on now. 1 of two 7-y-os (not won the National since 1940). Work to do. TFRHHHII BHA147 (-2)

29 Br

MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (63) 121-4PP

B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE) Allson Sparkle Ltd C. and Mrs Wilson

9 10-10

Derek Fox Lucinda Russell, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fantastic first season over fences in 2020-21, winning the Scottish National (from Dingo Dollar). Hasn’t fired his time round and has had a wind op since his capitulation at Musselburgh 9 weeks ago.

Needs a big revival for trainer/jockey who took this in 2017 with One For Arthur.

TFRHHIII BHA147

30 Br

CLOTH CAP (IRE) (35) 1P-46R3

10 10-10

B g Beneficial - Cloth Fair (IRE) Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Mr S. Spillane

Tom Scudamore Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Classy stayer who seemed to take to the challenge well before dropping away tamely when favourite for this 12 months ago and returns on a similar mark after a low-key campaign. Again finished weakly having shown a bit more at Doncaster 5 weeks ago and tongue tie goes on.

TFRHHHII BHA147 (-3)

31 Br

SNOW LEOPARDESS (GB) (55) 246-111 C

Gr m Martaline - Queen Soraya Andrew Fox-Pitt O. and Mrs Fox-Pitt

10 10-9

Aidan Coleman Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORM VIEW Genuine and reliable grey mare who has had a fantastic season, proving some sight over the National fences as she landed the Becher in December before an impressive listed win at Exeter. Bound to be popular off a tempting weight although a mare (1 of 3 in the race) hasn’t won since 1951.

TFRHHHII BHA146 (+1)

32 Br

AGUSTA GOLD (IRE) (23) 40-0PP2

B m Gold Well - Chloes Choice (IRE) Dr S. P. Fitzgerald Michael Whitty

9

10-9

Daniel Mullins W. P. Mullins, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW She hasn’t really fired for this yard, including when disappointing when fancied for last season’s Irish National, and while her latest Down Royal second (behind Roi Mage) was a bit of a step back in the right direction it’s difficult to see her winning this.

TFRHHIII BHA146 (-1)

33 Br

COMMODORE (FR) (120) P/2U0P-1

Gr g Fragrant Mix (IRE) - Morvandelle (FR) Mrs C Watson & Mrs S Graham Herve d’Armaille

10 10-5

Charlie Deutsch Venetia Williams, Hereford Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Grey much improved back from a wind op/10 months off when running his rivals ragged in Cheltenham Grade 3 handicap in December, travelling and jumping well and coming clear with plenty in hand.

Yard has had a fantastic season and won this with a 100/1-stunner in 2009.

TFRHHHII BHA146

34 Br

DEISE ABA (IRE) (63) 1P-22P2

B g Mahler - Kit Massini (IRE) Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Ms Margaret Leahy

9

10-8

Tom O’Brien Philip Hobbs, Minehead Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Good record at Sandown, running well again there on latest start 9 weeks ago having not been seen to best effect in the Welsh National. Could surprise a few if he’s still there on the second circuit. One of 2 in the late Trevor Hemmings colours carried to victory in this 3 times from 2005 to 2015.

TFRHHHII BHA145

35 Br

BLAKLION (GB) (49) 46-511P C

13 10-8

B g Kayf Tara - Franciscaine (FR) Harry Skelton Darren & Annaley Yates Dan Skelton, Alcester Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Bidding to become the oldest winner since 1923 and retains stacks of ability and enthusiasm judged on his 2 Haydock wins in December. Jumps well so no surprise he has a good record over these fences (fourth in 2017 when also winning the Becher, and a distant sixth last year). Tongue tie added.

TFRHHHII BHA145 (-1)

36 Br

POKER PARTY (FR) (24) 143/-00P

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Becquarette (FR) Robcour Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

10 10-8

Robbie Power Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Kerry National in autumn 2019 but no show this term having been off a long time, never a factor on first go over this sort of trip in last month’s Cross Country at Cheltenham. Very hard to fancy.

TFRHHIII BHA145 (-5)

37 Br

DEATH DUTY (IRE) (25) 06-5016

B g Shantou (USA) - Midnight Gift (IRE) Gigginstown House Stud Geoffrey Thompson

11 10-7

Jordan Gainford Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 winner as a novice chaser and back to his best this season, winning Punchestown handicap in February before a good run behind younger rivals in handicap at the Cheltenham Festival. Will stay long distances and just the type to take to this test. Another big player for Gordon Elliott. TFRHHHHI BHA144

38 Br

DOMAINE DE L’ISLE (FR) (42) 11-P420

B g Network (GER) - Gratiene de L’Isle (FR) Mr L M Power and Mr Ian Hutchins Mme Veronique Sayet

9

10-7

Harry Bannister Sean Curran, Swindon

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in handicap chases last spring but well held all 4 starts this term, including coming home in his own time behind Snow Leopardess in the Becher, and not going with much zest in the Eider last time.

Can’t be fancied.

TFRHHIII BHA144 (-4)

39 Br

ECLAIR SURF (FR) (42) 10-F312

B g Califet (FR) - Matasurf (FR) Dominic Burke & Tim Syder Mr David Bernier et al

8

10-6

Tom Bellamy Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved over marathon trips the last twice, winning the Classic Chase at Warwick (beat a subsequent Cheltenham Festival runner-up) before chasing home Scottish National winner Win My Wings in the Eider at Newcastle. Lots to like on that form and a big player having crept in off a low weight.

TFRHHHII BHA143 (+4)

40 Br

FORTESCUE (GB) (49) 1-30231

B g Shirocco (GER) - Last of Her Line Mr T. F. F. Nixon T. F. F. Nixon

8

10-6

Hugh Nugent Henry Daly, Ludlow Think Creative Consultants Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever this term, relishing the emphasis on stamina as he went clear from Fiddlerontheroof in the mud at Ascot 7 weeks ago. Same mark here (rider unable to use his 5lb claim), and he should be suited by this test. Could ruffle a few feathers.

TFRHHHII BHA143 (+4) 2021: MINELLA TIMES (IRE) 8 10 3 Rachael Blackmore 11-1 (Henry de Bromhead) 40 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 43 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 30, 35. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9, 21, 28.

Hood worn by No. 22. Blinkers worn by No. 4, 5, 15, 18.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 17, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 33, 36, 38, 43.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 23, 32.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 7, 12, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 34.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 29.

Stewards Note: MOUNT IDA: Following its run on 18/3/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped right handed.

FIDDLERONTHEROOF: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

MIGHTY THUNDER: Following its run on 5/2/2022 it was reported that the horse had a respiratory issue.

BLAKLION: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

SCHOOL BOY HOURS: Following its run on 17/3/2022 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.

Probable S.P’s: 12-1 Any Second Now (IRE), Snow Leopardess (GB), 14-1 Minella Times (IRE), 16-1 Delta Work (FR), 18-1 Longhouse Poet (IRE), Escaria Ten (FR), Enjoy d’Allen (FR), 20-1 Eclair Surf (FR), 22-1 Fiddlerontheroof (IRE), Run Wild Fred (IRE), 25-1 School Boy Hours (IRE), 28-1 Burrows Saint (FR), 33-1 Discorama (FR), Death Duty (IRE), 40-1 Mount Ida (IRE), Commodore (FR), Two For Gold (IRE), Cloth Cap (IRE), Fortescue (GB), 50-1 Santini (GB), Good Boy Bobby (IRE), Coko Beach (FR), De Rasher Counter (GB), Kildisart (IRE), Dingo Dollar (IRE), Noble Yeats (IRE), 66-1 Lostintranslation (IRE), Anibale Fly (FR), Mighty Thunder (GB), Blaklion (GB), 80-1 Brahma Bull (IRE), Samcro (IRE), Top Ville Ben (IRE), Freewheelin Dylan (IRE), Deise Aba (IRE), 150-1 Agusta Gold (IRE), Romain De Senam (FR) Domaine de L’Isle (FR),200-1 Class Conti (FR), Poker Party (FR)

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.30 - THE GAINFORD PODS IN THE PARK PACKAGE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ TRAINING SERIES NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Part of the Racing Excellence Initiative) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3730 to the winning horse The second to receive £1718, the third £858, the fourth £430, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to September 27th, 2021, have not ridden more than 20 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 6th, 2022, have not ridden more than 10 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (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) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Vertem has kindly sponsored this race SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. Please refer to the notice headed ‘Racing Excellence Conditional Jockeys Training Race Series 2021-2022’ on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions.

29 entries at £34. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2859; Second £1430; Third £714; Fourth £358; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.00 - THE GAINFORD GROUP NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. Gainford Group has kindly sponsored this race 12 entries at £50.

- Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522.

(Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.37 - THE CAZOO HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3512 to the winning horse The second to receive £1618, the third £808, the fourth £405, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb.

Cazoo have kindly sponsored this race 18 entries at £32. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2692; Second £1346; Third £673; Fourth £337; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £3512.66) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.15 - THE CAZOO SEARCH DRIVE SMILE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5010 to the winning horse The second to receive £2308, the third £1153, the fourth £577, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Cazoo have kindly sponsored this race 16 entries at £46. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3839; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £5010.32) Weights raised 6lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.50 - THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6219 to the winning horse The second to receive £2865, the third £1432 and the fourth £717. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £57 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £46 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. QuinnBet have kindly sponsored this race 9 entries, 1 at £11 and 8 at £57. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4766; Second £2383; Third £1191; Fourth £596. (Penalty Value £6219.32) Weights raised 7lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 17 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.25 - THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504, the fourth £753 and the fifth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. QuinnBet have kindly sponsored this race 12 entries at £60. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £6535.20) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3730 to the winning horse The second to receive £1718, the third £858, the fourth £430, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Sky Sports Racing have kindly sponsored this race 24 entries at £34. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £2859; Second £1430; Third £714; Fourth £358; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 4.40 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3730 to the winning horse The second to receive £1718, the third £858, the fourth £430, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Sky Sports Racing have kindly sponsored this race 24 entries at £34. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2859; Second £1430; Third £714; Fourth £358; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

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