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horse’s name & birthplace

colour graphic horse’s saddlecloth number

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no. of days since last ran

form guide previous performances / = new season - = new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C = course winner D = distance winner CD = course & distance winner age BF = beaten favourite

LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) (23*) 132123- CD

weight st-lb

8 10-13

Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE) Henry Brooke Mr Trevor Hemmings N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Br Peter Magnier Trust Inns Limited TIMEFORMVIEW Useful sort who has won twice on heavy ground last season. Reliable sort who should give another good account.

TFRHHHHH BHA139

KEY

Owner

Breeding

Breeder Br

Jockey

Trainer

Sponsor

Star Ratings Explained Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

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

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

Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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FIRST RACE 11.55 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 56YDS) (ON THE ALL WEATHER) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES

THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED EBF MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235.

(Penalty Value £2450.70)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (21 wins from 120 runners, 18%) runs THATSWHATSHESAID & YOUGOGLENCOKO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs THATSWHATSHESAID & YOUGOGLENCOKO LONGEST TRAVELLER: BLUE THE MONEY trained by Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham, 257 miles.

RACE SUMMARY NALA THE LIONESS represents a shrewd stable and it’s significant that she’s taking the bumper route (Flat bred), so she can make a winning start if she stays. Thatswhatshesaid is another notable newcomer and Yougoglencoko is also of interest after a successful start at Kelso 108 days ago.

1-2-3: 1.NALA THE LIONESS 2.THATSWHATSHESAID 3.YOUGOGLENCOKO KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

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YOUGOGLENCOKO (GB) (108) 1 D

5

11-9

B m Cokoriko (FR) - Kayfleur Mrs Sian McCain Br B. G. Hellyer & H. D. J. Daly

Abbie McCain (5) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed a good turn of foot when making a winning debut in a Kelso bumper (16.2f) in September, quickening to lead under 2f out and soon clear. In good hands and feasible to see her do better still. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2

BLUE THE MONEY (GB) (40) 00

6

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - No More Money Exors of the Late Mr M D C Jenks Br David Jenks

11-2

Jack Hogan (3) Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW From a leading stable but hasn’t offered a great deal of promise in two starts to date.

Others make more appeal.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3

NELLIE BLUESKY (GB) (288) 0-

6

11-2

Br m Schiaparelli (GER) - Lady Bluesky Mr A. C. Whillans Br Alistair Whillans

Patrick Wadge (3) Ewan Whillans, Hawick

4

5

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to bumper winner Baby Bluesky, and half-sister to bumper winner/modest 2m hurdle winner Bella Bluesky. Held back by inexperience at Musselburgh 9 months ago but should up her game now. TFRHHHII BHA-

SHOLOKHOVA (IRE) (-)

11-2

B m Sholokhov (IRE) - The Sailors Bonnet (IRE) William Maggs (7) The Good Looking Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond Br David O’Brennan Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Sholokhov mare. Closely related to fair hurdler Above Suspicion. Wears tongue strap.

Makes some appeal on paper, so worthy of a market check.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5

STORM SPIRIT (GB) (281) 20-

5

B m Passing Glance - Concentrate Keep The Faith Partnership Br Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst

11-2

Aiden Brookes (3) Micky Hammond, Middleham Wilcocks Contractors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Went down by only a neck on her Newcastle debut in February. Disappointed at Wetherby 5 weeks later but unlikely to be far away if recapturing the debut form on her return from an 9-month break. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6

THE DREAM GOES ON (GB) (59) 0

B m Kayf Tara - Adreamstillalive (IRE) Mrs Kate Farmiloe and Mrs L J Newland Br Dr RDP Newland & Mr G Farmiloe

5

11-2

Luke Scott (5) Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler but only a hint of promise on debut at Warwick 59 days ago.

Will need to step up markedly.

TFRHHHII BHA-

7

NALA THE LIONESS (GB) (-)

B f Roaring Lion (USA) - Rive Gauche Mrs Elaine M. Burke Br Humber Bloodstock

4

10-3

Mr Jack Lander (7) K. R. Burke, Leyburn KB Spigot Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Roaring Lion filly. Half-sister to 2 winners on Flat, including 2-y-o 6f winner Ultra Violet. Dam 1m winner who stayed 1 1/4m. Represents excellent Flat stable and is worth taking a chance on. TFRHHHHH BHA-

6

8

ROTARUA (IRE) (14) 0

Ch f Sholokhov (IRE) - From Above (IRE) Mr Justin Landy Br Michael J. Phillips

4

10-3

Lilly Pinchin Justin Landy, Leyburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to a bumper winner but little encouragement at Newcastle a fortnight ago.

Hard to make a case for.

TFRHIIII BHA-

THATSWHATSHESAID (GB) (-)

B f Sir Percy - Clemency David, Ben & Thomas Lockwood 1 Br D McCain Racing & Mr D & Mr F Lockwood

4

10-3

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Sir Percy filly. Dam, fair 2m-21f hurdle winner, half-sister to bumper winner/very smart hurdler (winner around 2m) Elgin. Noteworthy newcomer.

TFRHHHHI BHADECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: ICI LA REINE (IRE) 5 10 9 Dylan Kitts 2-1 (Warren Greatrex) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

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

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Yougoglencoko (GB), Nala The Lioness (GB), 9-2 Thatswhatshesaid (GB), 6-1 Storm Spirit (GB), 10-1 The Dream Goes On (GB), 16-1 Nellie Bluesky (GB), 20-1 Blue The Money (GB), 22-1 Sholokhova (IRE), 66-1 Rotarua (IRE)

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RACE ONE

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SECOND RACE 12.30 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 75YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE quinnbet.com NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591.

(Penalty Value £6178.77) Weights raised 13lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

RACE SUMMARY A good winner at Wetherby on his penultimate start, FINDTHETIME shaped better than the distance beaten suggests having been badly hampered when fourth over further at Doncaster 21 days ago. He could be worth siding with to come out on top dropped back in trip. Gardener, an impressive winner on yard/chase debut at Southwell recently, should give him plenty to think about, however.

1-2-3: 1.FINDTHETIME (IRE) 2.GARDENER (FR) 3.CHAMP DE GANE (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

1

FINDTHETIME (IRE) (21) 640-P14

8 11-10

st lb

B g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (5) Tor Side Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke Br Kenilworth House Stud First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick as a novice hurdler and at least matched that form to get off the mark over fences at Wetherby (15.2f, heavy) in November. Far from disgraced despite being badly hampered when fourth at Doncaster (19f) since and he’s well in the mix again. TFRHHHHH BHA122

2

GARDENER (FR) (20) 6/214-01 D

8

11-8

B g Dragon Dancer - Alliance Doree (FR) Premier Plastering (UK) Limited Br Mme Frederique Hayers et al

Fergus Gregory Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Motaclan

3

7

TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage 8-y-o who improved on his fair hurdles form as he made a successful debut over fences on first run since leaving Alex Hales in 4-runner C&D handicap 15 days ago, doing it easily. Claims from 10lb higher mark with improvement likely.

TFRHHHHI BHA120

CHAMP DE GANE (FR) (140) 62-3222

11-5

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - La Champmesle (FR) Sam Coltherd Mrs Wilma Duffus Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Br Mrs G. Thoumas & Mrs A. Bouysse Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited, Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden hurdler/chaser who is usually thereabouts, runner-up last 3 starts. Sold from Stuart Crawford £33,000 in September and he should give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA117

4

HALFWAY HOUSE LAD (GB) (43) 500P-00

B g Recharge (IRE) - Pezula Halfway House Syndicate Br Mrs J. Weston

5

10-5

Edward Austin (5) Maurice Barnes, Brampton Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all completed starts over hurdles and left behind on chase debut from well out of the weights. Stiff task once more.

TFRHIIII BHA72 2023: SINCE DAY ONE (IRE) 7 10 5 Brian Hughes 85-40 (Donald McCain) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Gardener (FR), 5-2 Findthetime (IRE), 7-2 Champ de Gane (FR), 66-1 Halfway House Lad (GB)

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Richards (13 wins from 101 runners, 13%) runs FINDTHETIME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (8 wins from 31 runners, 26%) runs GARDENER LONGEST TRAVELLER: GARDENER trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 226 miles.

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THIRD RACE 1.05 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 149YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Total prize fund £10700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Menzies (21 wins from 129 runners, 16%) runs CURLEY FINGER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (8 wins from 31 runners, 26%) runs SPACE VOYAGE WEIGHTWATCHER: GUERNESEY won off a handicap mark of 119, his rating is now down 7lb to 112.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SPACE VOYAGE trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 226 miles.

RACE SUMMARY ARTIC MANN has returned from a long absence just about as good as ever and can be afforded a bit extra credit on his most recent outing having fared best of those held up, so he’s the percentage call in a tightly-knit handicap. Curley Finger could get an easy time of things out in front and is second choice, ahead of Teescomponentstrig.

1-2-3: 1.ARTIC MANN 2.CURLEY FINGER (IRE) 3.TEESCOMPONENTSTRIG KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

SPACE VOYAGE (GB) (40) 111-035

7

12-0

B m Kayf Tara - Maiden Voyage Deva Racing SV Br Whitson Bloodstock Limited

Lewis Stones (3) Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Deva Racing Group

2

8

TIMEFORM VIEWTook very well to hurdling last term, winning 3 small-field novice events. Failed to take to chasingon reappearance but quickly back on track when third in Wincanton handicap hurdle (had breathing op prior) next time. Outclassed in Listed event at Kempton since but this is less demanding. TFRHHHII BHA123

GUERNESEY (FR) (26) 3620-25

Gr g Martaline - Myrtille Jersey (FR) URSA Major Racing & Partner 1 Br Ecurie Carrie Jean-Michel et al

11-3

Jamie Hamilton Jackie Stephen, Melrose Rapid Project Developments Ltd.

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed he retains plenty of ability on his first outing for this yard after 7 months off when second at Kelso (25.8f) in November. Unsuited by drop in trip at Ayr (20.4f) subsequently, so worth another chance. TFRHHHII BHA112

3

CURLEY FINGER (IRE) (59) 15-34P0 D

B g Getaway (GER) - Tooreen (IRE) Club Racing Curley Partnership Br Mrs Mary Tyner

7

11-2

Nathan Moscrop Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEWDual winner last season who was ridden too aggressively when ninth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 59 days ago. Type to bounce back quickly with the prospect of an easy lead.

TFRHHHHI BHA111

4

TEESCOMPONENTSTRIG (GB) (24) 314//3/-02 CD 9 10-13

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - La Calinda Rug, Grub & Pub Partnership Br Tees Components Ltd

Brian Hughes Gillian Boanas, Saltburn Tote

5

11 10-11

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who proved he retains all his ability when neck second of 6 to Juge Et Parti in handicap hurdle at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) 24 days ago. 1lb better off with that rival here. TFRHHHHI BHA108

JUGE ET PARTI (FR) (24) 04P-P21 D

Gr g Martaline - Nakota Rag (FR) The JP’s Br Madame Aliette Forien

Danny McMenamin James Ewart, Langholm Fitzdares

6

10 10-11

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of his much-reduced mark when landing 6-runner handicap hurdle (4/1) at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) 24 days ago, by neck from Teescomponentstrig, driven out. Back up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA106

THE VOLLAN (IRE) (37) P433P3 D

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Print It On Lips (IRE) Mrs Elaine Holmes Br Sharon Duggan

Lewis Dobb (7) L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who has run creditably on 3 of his last 4 starts over fences but others still appeal more for win purposes now back over hurdles.

TFRHHHII BHA106

7

ARTIC MANN (GB) (56) P4/56/-23

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Line Artic (FR) Alexander, Baxter & Jardine-Paterson Br Wood Farm Stud

10 10-3

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from a long absence with a creditable second at Kelso (20.9f) in October and backed that up when third at same course (25.8f, soft, 9/2) the following month, despite being left poorly placed. Expected to go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA98

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2023: THEME TUNE (IRE) 8 11 11 Danny McMenamin 9-2 (N W Alexander) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 6.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Juge Et Parti (FR), 4-1 Teescomponentstrig (GB), 9-2 Artic Mann (GB), 6-1 Space Voyage (GB), 7-1 The Vollan (IRE), 8-1 Curley Finger (IRE), 10-1 Guernesey (FR)

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FOURTH RACE 1.40 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET ACCA BONUS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402.

(Penalty Value £4193.42)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): A M Thomson (15 wins from 87 runners, 17%) runs WHOSMYDADDY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs PRINCESS OF MERCIA, TWO AULD PALS & VIVE DE CHARNIE LONGEST TRAVELLER: WE GOT YOUR BACK trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 181 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

TWO AULD PALS hit the target 3 times on the Flat in 2023 and found only a previous winner too strong on his recent Bangor hurdle debut, so he’s taken to make the most of the 7lb he receives from the penalised Forged Well, who won readily at Carlisle despite jumping markedly right.

Konfusion could be the one to fill the places.

1-2-3: 1.TWO AULD PALS (IRE) 2.FORGED WELL (IRE) 3.KONFUSION KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

FORGED WELL (IRE) (34) 31

5

11-9

B g Jet Away - Forge Field (IRE) Mrs Suzy Brown & Mr Peter R Brown Br Patrick J. Doyle

Callum Bewley Martin Todhunter, Penrith Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Jet Away gelding who was third on his completed start in Irish points and went 2 places better on last month’s Carlisle hurdle debut (19.3f), doing it readily under hands-and-heels ride. Entitled to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2

BLAZING SOLDIER (IRE) (237) U3-0

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blazing Belle (IRE) Racing To Profit Syndicate Br Declan J. McGuinness

6

11-2

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Cube3 Construction

TIMEFORM VIEW £3,000 5-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Evander.

Dam unraced. Placed once from 3 starts in Irish points, last of 7 finishers last time (May 14).

TFRHHIII BHA-

3

KONFUSION (GB) (543) 33-

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tahira (GER) Mrs S. Smith Br Mr Carl Hinchy

6

11-2

Nick Scholfield Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer in bumpers and did the same sent hurdling when third in a 5-runner novice at Southwell (15.8f) in July 2022. Not seen since.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4

LORD DENNING (IRE) (26) P0

B g Doyen (IRE) - Miss Baden (IRE) Mr Eric A. Elliott Br Mr J. McDonald

6

11-2

Craig Nichol Pauline Robson, Capheaton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts a decent jumps pedigree but has only hinted at ability in novice hurdles at Carlisle and Ayr. TFRHIIII BHA-

5

LUNAR CHIEF (GB)) (49)) 1-45 C

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Oleohneh (IRE) R NE Claxby & Co, Russell & Partner UN R Br J. M. Jefferson N

6

11-2

Ruth Jefferson, Malton Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd

NO TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted at temperament but won his sole outing in bumpers and has offered TFRHHHII BHAsomething to work on both outings over hurdles.

6

POETRY MAN (IRE) (84) P2-46

6

11-2

Ch g Mahler - Sommer Sonnet (IRE) Julie Lloyd and Victoria Bewley Br Vincent Finn

Jonathon Bewley George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd

7

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points but has made little impact in a brace of maiden hurdles 5 months apart.

TFRHIIII BHA-

TWO AULD PALS (IRE) (22) 2

B g The Carbon Unit (USA) - Lady Jock (IRE) Mr James Mearns Long Br Thistle Bloodstock Ltd

11-2

Patrick Wadge (3) Lucinda Russell, Kinross Long Contracts DMCC

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat for Jim Goldie (stays 2 1/4m), won 3 times in 2023. Showed an aptitude for hurdling when second at Bangor (16.7f, heavy) and can be expected to improve. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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8

WE GOT YOUR BACK (GB) (69) F0-40

B g Kayf Tara - Blaeberry The Stagger Inn Br Lady Bland

6

11-2

Brian Hughes L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Postpack Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWDidn’t achieve much when a well-held fourth in a Perth bumper in August and finished down the field on October’s hurdle debut for new trainer Laura Morgan. His subsequent breathing operation needs to have made a big difference.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9

WHOSMYDADDY (IRE) (25) 10-0

B g Atlantic Waves (IRE) - Misty Native (IRE) Mr J. Fyffe Br Martin Cullinane

6

11-2

Ryan Mania Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/maiden hurdle 8 months apart. Has left John McConnell.

TFRHHIII BHA-

10

ANAMANDA (FR) (38) P

Gr m Reliable Man - Anyana Turcan Dunning Stewart Borwick Robertson Br A. Moroney

5

10-9

Henry Brooke N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 3-time winner on the Flat in France for Nicolas Clement but was let down by her jumping when pulled up on Kelso hurdle debut in late November.

TFRHHHII BHA-

11

MISSY AVA (IRE) (11) 0

B m Westerner - Sea Breeze Lady (IRE) Cambridge Racing, Mr J Scarrow & Partner Br Mrs Fidelma Coleman

6

10-9

Joe Williamson (5) Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished tailed off in a Wetherby novice hurdle on debut 11 days ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

12

PRINCESS OF MERCIA (GB) (24) 3

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Very Special One (IRE) IT IS WHAT IT IS Br Mrs J. Way

7

10-9

Stephen Mulqueen Lucinda Russell, Kinross

13

VIVE DE CHARNIE (FR) (24) 42/-04

B m Zambezi Sun - Hecate (IRE) The Eagle Partnership Br Mr Yvan Molliere

7

10-9

Alan Doyle (5) Lucinda Russell, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a fair level in a brace of bumpers for Jamie Snowden but well held both starts over hurdles (hooded latest).

TFRHHIII BHA-

14

MAD MODE (GB) (43) 0

B g Ulysses (IRE) - Perfect Persuasion URSA Major Racing, D Pollitt & Partner Br Kristian Strangeway

4

10-3

Danny McMenamin Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, last of 7 in juvenile hurdle at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft) on NH debut 43 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

15

CANTALUPO BELLA (GB) (51) 3

B f Massaat (IRE) - Otrooha (IRE) The Cantalupo Bella Partnership Br Mickley, Harc Syndicate & K. Whitehouse

4

10-2

Jack Quinlan Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat who came in a remote third of 8 in a Sedgefield juvenile hurdle (16.8f, heavy) on NH debut 51 days ago. Plenty more is required.

TFRHHIII BHA2023: DENSWORTH (IRE) 6 10 13 Luca Morgan 11-8 (Ben Pauling) 14 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 15 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Stewards Note: POETRY MAN: Following its run on 14/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

ANAMANDA: Following its run on 29/11/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

MAD MODE: Following its run on 24/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Two Auld Pals (IRE), 5-2 Forged Well (IRE), 10-1 Konfusion (GB), 16-1 Anamanda (FR), 33-1 Princess of Mercia (GB), 40-1 Blazing Soldier (IRE), Cantalupo Bella (GB), 50-1 Whosmydaddy (IRE), 66-1 Mad Mode (GB), 80-1 We Got Your Back (GB), Vive de Charnie (FR), 150-1 Lord Denning (IRE), Poetry Man (IRE), Missy Ava (IRE)

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RACE FOUR

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability fitted with a tongue strap when a well-held third of 5 in a novice hurdle at Hexham (16.2f, heavy) on debut 24 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

FIFTH RACE 2.15 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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

(Penalty Value £4193.42)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Menzies (21 wins from 129 runners, 16%) runs RAFFLES WONDER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Pauling (3 wins from 24 runners, 12%) runs HANDSTANDS LONGEST TRAVELLER: HANDSTANDS trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 245 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

HANDSTANDS is unbeaten in a point and a novice hurdle at Hereford and he should be capable of defying a penalty. Boolamore Classic and Mayheblucky have both shown ability between the flags, so they’re the most feasible dangers.

1-2-3: 1.HANDSTANDS (IRE) 2.BOOLAMORE CLASSIC (IRE) 3.MAYHEBLUCKY (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

HANDSTANDS (IRE) (21) 11 D

5

11-7

Br g Getaway (GER) - Wattle Bridge (IRE) Mr T. P. Radford Br Brendan & Mary Fitzpatrick

Ben Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares

2

5

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points and made an impressive hurdling debut when landing a novice at Hereford 3 weeks ago. Should follow up.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

BOOLAMORE CLASSIC (IRE) (97) P-2

B g Workforce - Castlelost (IRE) Quandt, Cochrane, Lysaght Br Mr Niall Hamilton

11-0

Danny McMenamin N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to useful staying hurdle winner Big Shark,. Runner-up on completed start in Irish points (Oct 1). Respected on Rules debut.

TFRHHHII BHA-

3

BOWLER JACK (IRE) (26) 0-00

6

B g Mahler - Ballybrowney Hall (IRE) J Fyffe & S Townshend Br Miss Lisa Pyne

11-0

Ryan Mania Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to offer any encouragement and looks set for another struggle.

TFRHIIII BHA-

4

GREAT WARFORD (IRE) (20) 06P

Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Stormy Spirit (IRE) Mr Alan Baxter Br Miss Noreen Hayes

5

11-0

Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Little show both runs over hurdles, pulled up in novice at Southwell (15.8f, soft) 20 days ago. Others appeal more.

TFRHIIII BHA-

5

HUBBEL BUBBEL (GB) (34) 60-53

B g Telescope (IRE) - Cormorant Cove Mr Dave Carter Br Shade Oak Stud

6

11-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit on first of 2 starts in bumpers but shaped with a little more encouragement both hurdling outings. This demands a chunk of improvement, though.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6

KINDER KID (IRE) (23) 3-6

6

B g Milan - Another Nudge (IRE) Mr H. L. Thompson Br Knocktartan House Stud

11-0

Stephen Mulqueen Tina Jackson, Loftus S. M. Thompson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a point but didn’t offer much in a novice hurdle at this course on Rules debut.

Hard to make a case for.

TFRHIIII BHA-

7

MAYHEBLUCKY (IRE) (762) 4/34/-

B g Libertarian - Golden Ard (IRE) The Fairfax and Favor Racing Club Br Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler

7

11-0

Harry Bannister Billy Aprahamian, Towcester Fairfax and Favor Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame on all 3 starts in Irish points but the latest of them was in December 2021 so he’s presumably had a few issues. Betting the best guide to expectations now hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-

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8

RAFFLES WONDER (FR) (14) F415-40

Ch g Balko (FR) - Ruthenoise (FR) Chris Roe and Andrew March Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

7

11-0

Nathan Moscrop Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has been well held both starts over hurdles and looks more of a handicap type.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9

ROCK STEADY EDDIE (GB) (84) 303-3

Gr g Telescope (IRE) - Little Carmela Girsonfield Racing Club Br T. A. Williams

6

11-0

Sam Coltherd Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of points and third in a bumper at Hexham 84 days ago. Longer trip should suit, so he’s not completely dismissed.

TFRHHHII BHA-

10

TARAS HALLS (IRE) (11) 120-F0

B g Yeats (IRE) - Brixen (IRE) Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Br Mr Tom Ford

6

11-0

Nick Scholfield Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Lucy Wadham who was backed as though expected to go close when falling third in a novice at Wetherby on hurdling debut. Poor effort at Market Rasen since, though. TFRHHIII BHA2023: SERIOUS OPERATOR (IRE) 6 11 0 Patrick Wadge 10-1 (Lucinda Russell) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note: RAFFLES WONDER: Following its run on 23/12/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 8-15 Handstands (IRE), 10-1 Boolamore Classic (IRE), 14-1 Mayheblucky (IRE), 16-1 Raffles Wonder (FR), 20-1 Hubbel Bubbel (GB), 22-1 Rock Steady Eddie (GB), 28-1 Taras Halls (IRE), 100-1 Bowler Jack (IRE), Kinder Kid (IRE), 150-1 Great Warford (IRE)

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RACE FIVE

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SIXTH RACE 2.50 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET ACCA BONUS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Menzies (21 wins from 129 runners, 16%) runs ATTENTION ALL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs TOROSAY FANCY THAT: M Hammond won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs CARRIGEEN CASTLE & GREAT RAFFLES today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: TOROSAY trained by L Russell, Kinross, 137 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

EMPTY NEST made the odd mistake before rattling home in eye-catching fashion at Catterick last time, so he’s worth a chance to put it all together now. Coolkill and Goodoldbill look the main threats.

1-2-3: 1.EMPTY NEST (IRE) 2.COOLKILL (IRE) 3.GOODOLDBILL KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

ATTENTION ALL (IRE) (20) 312P-55 CD

6

12-0

B g Westerner - Moon Light Shadow Miss E. Emmerton Br Mrs Martina Doran

Nathan Moscrop Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut hurdles winner at this course but has failed to reproduce it. Quiet start to life over fences at Carlisle 20 days ago but might do better upped in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA98

2

EN MEME TEMPS (FR) (44) 3010-25 D

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Lady Reine (FR) Ian Turnbull and Susan Corbett Racing Br Mr Alexandre Barthelat

10 11-11

Sam Coltherd Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly hit the target over fences when landing a heavy-ground 2 1/2m Hexham handicap in March.

Reappearance second over the same C&D was a solid effort and not disgraced here last time. TFRHHHII BHA95

3

CARRIGEEN CASTLE (IRE) (24) 0/P14-03

B g Doyen (IRE) - Carrigeen Kariega (IRE) The Cheltenham Trail Br Mrs R. H. Lalor

8 11-10

Brian Hughes Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Just poor form over hurdles in Ireland and hasn’t fired yet for new yard, acknowledging he showed some aptitude when third in a handicap at Hexham 24 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA94

4

TOROSAY (IRE) (24) 6543-0P

6

11-8

B m Getaway (GER) - The Toft Miss Lucinda V. Russell Br Lucinda Russell

Stephen Mulqueen Lucinda Russell, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

5

10 11-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who progressed with each start over hurdles last term but hasn’t taken to chasing as yet.

TFRHHIII BHA92

COOLKILL (IRE) (1) 00P0-24

B g Arcadio (GER) - Elisabetta (IRE) Mr Ken McGarrity Br F. Quinn & S. Browne

Ryan Mania Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWLargely struggled since a novice hurdle win in April 2021 but much more positive signs when returning from 8 months off to finish 1 1/2 lengths second of 11 at Musselburgh on return but well-held 4th at Musselburgh yesterday. TFRHHHHI BHA90

6

EMPTY NEST (IRE) (18) 0P0043

B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) Mr M Blades, S Morrell, K Hathaway Br Mr Daniel Furini

6

11-5

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising signs so far over fences, catching the eye with his finishing effort when third at Catterick 18 days ago. Tongue tied and upped up in trip, so should take the beating. TFRHHHHH BHA89

7

GREAT RAFFLES (FR) (23) 1/2344-4

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Une Artiste (FR) The Golden Cuckoo Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

8 10-12

Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over hurdles who acquitted himself well in defeat in all 4 starts last term. Lacklustre start to chasing at this course last time but might benefit from the experience.

TFRHHIII BHA82

22

8

GOODOLDBILL (GB) (44) 06P6-P1 C

8

10-7

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Golden Sunbird (IRE) Sean Quinlan Jane Walton and David Woodman Jane Walton, Otterburn Br R. T. Crellin Robson Equine Therapy, Dunns Houses

TIMEFORM VIEW Sprang a surprise, on second start over fences, when winning 8-runner handicap at this course (good to soft) 44 days ago by neck from Imperial Alex, always holding on. Just 3lb higher now and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA77

9

GLENAVADDRA (IRE) (24) 1/PPP-0P

Br g Jet Away - Kerryhead Sunshine (IRE) Holland and Bewley Br Mary Roche & Greg Rossiter

8

10-2

Jonathon Bewley George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but has shown nothing so far under Rules, including on chasing debut at Hexham 24 days ago.

TFRHIIII BHA45 2023: KNOCKNAMONA (IRE) 12 10 13 Conor O’Farrell 6-1 (Micky Hammond) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Empty Nest (IRE), 4-1 Coolkill (IRE), 11-2 Goodoldbill (GB), 7-1 En Meme Temps (FR), 15-2 Attention All (IRE), 12-1 Great Raffles (FR), 20-1 Carrigeen Castle (IRE), 22-1 Torosay (IRE), 300-1 Glenavaddra (IRE)

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RACE SIX

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SEVENTH RACE 3.25 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE quinnbet.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Mr M T Walford (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs AMBER GOLD & TOMMY JOHNSON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Alexander (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs SCALLOWAY BAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISTER SMARTY trained by Miss T Jackson, Loftus, 215 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

YEALAND looks to have got in lightly for his handicap bow so Jennie Candlish’s lightly-raced 5-y-o gets the vote in a handicap where plenty arrive with a question mark against them.

Tommy Johnson also goes into handicaps with more to offer so rates the main threat, while Robert d’Ores can’t be discounted if on song for his seasonal return.

1-2-3: 1.YEALAND (IRE) 2.TOMMY JOHNSON (IRE) 3.ROBERT D’ORES (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

TOMMY JOHNSON (IRE) (18) 2P5

5

12-0

B g Westerner - Sea Breeze Lady (IRE) Cambridge Racing, West and Evans Br Mrs Fidelma Coleman

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Cambridge Bloodstock Ltd.

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to stay well and has shown some promise in this sphere, fifth of 12 in novice hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Can do better now handicapping. In the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA105

2

NOT STAYING LONG (IRE) (21) 4/6501-P

B or Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Princess Bella (IRE) Mrs Wilma Duffus Br Mr Martin Doyle

6 11-12

Brian Hughes R. Mike Smith, Galston Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWWon 3-runner novice hurdle at Catterick (25.3f) in February on final run for Patrick Neville. Off 10 months before pulled up in handicap hurdle (66/1) at Doncaster (24.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Something to prove for new yard. TFRHHIII BHA103

3

WILD POLLY (IRE) (253) 23//64PB- D

Ch m Mahler - Dalzenia (FR) The Friday Lions 2 Br Peter & Des Dundon

10 11-12

Ciaran O’Shea (7) Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held when brought down 4 out in handicap chase at Perth (23.8f) 8 months ago.

Returns over hurdles with others preferred.

TFRHHIII BHA103

4

YEALAND (IRE) (22) 2-54

5

B g Shirocco (GER) - Jane Hall (IRE) Mr P. And Mrs G. A. Clarke Br Ms A. J. Fox

11-5

Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been brought along steadily, fourth of 10 in novice hurdle at Bangor (16.7f, heavy) 22 days ago.

Back up in trip for his handicap debut and expected to be bang there off an attractive opening mark. TFRHHHHH BHA96

5

SCALLOWAY BAY (IRE) (26) 00/-U0

Br g And Beyond (IRE) - Gretton J Matterson & J Douglas Miller Br Michael Rooney Snr

8

11-2

Henry Brooke N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/completed start over hurdles. Needs to step forward in first-time tongue tie now handicapping.

TFRHHIII BHA93

6

DONSO STAR (GB) (19) 0U35-60

6

11-1

Ch m Sun Central (IRE) - Fame Is The Spur Burns Partnership Br Mrs H. R. Cross & Mrs S. A. Keys

Ben Smith (10) R. Mike Smith, Galston

7

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who came in ninth of 11 in handicap at Musselburgh (15.6f, soft) 19 days ago. Significantly up in trip with work to do.

TFRHHIII BHA92

AMBER GOLD (GB) (435) 45350/0-

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

10-7

Callum Bewley Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who weakened to finish well held on her 21f course reappearance in October. Still relatively unexposed but others appeal more.

TFRHHHII BHA84

24

8

ROBERT D’ORES (FR) (228) 1000-2U

7

10-3

Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sister du Berlais (FR) Mr Alan Udale Br Mr Gilles Delliaux

Jonathon Bewley George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd

9

7

TIMEFORM VIEWOffered little in a handful of runs over hurdles but made much more of an impact in two runs over fences, clear when unseated rider 2 out in 3m Hexham handicap chase in May. Should have more to offer back in this sphere if fully tuned up for his return.

TFRHHHII BHA80

MISTER SMARTY (GB) (43) 000-60

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Miss Sunflower Mr H. L. Thompson Br Howard Thompson

10-2

Stephen Mulqueen Tina Jackson, Loftus S. M. Thompson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form shown in 2 bumpers and a trio of novice hurdles. Needs to take a big step forward now going into handicaps.

TFRHHIII BHA79

10

GLORY HIGHTS (GB) (56) 065-5

8

B g Fame And Glory - Lady Hight (FR) Mr John Wade & Chris Grant Br Wood Farm Stud

10-2

Danny McMenamin Chris Grant, Billingham

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in a bumper/trio of novice hurdles. Goes into handicaps with lots more required.

TFRHHIII BHA79 2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Yealand (IRE), 4-1 Robert d’Ores (FR), 5-1 Tommy Johnson (IRE), 11-1 Amber Gold (GB), 12-1 Wild Polly (IRE), Donso Star (GB), 16-1 Scalloway Bay (IRE), 20-1 Glory Hights (GB), 40-1 Not Staying Long (IRE), Mister Smarty (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 11.55 - THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED EBF MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible, 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, January 1st and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this Race. QuinnBet has sponsored this race and THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 11 entries at £22. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.30 - THE quinnbet.com NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6178 to the winning horse The second to receive £2843, the third £1421 and the fourth £711. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £58 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £47 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). QUINNBET has kindly sponsored this race.

8 entries, 3 at £11 and 5 at £58. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4726; Second £2362; Third £1182; Fourth £591. (Penalty Value £6178.77) Weights raised 13lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.05 - THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5650 to the winning horse The second to receive £2600, the third £1300, the fourth £650 and the fifth £324. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £53 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. QuinnBet has kindly sponsored this race. 15 entries at £53. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4322; Second £2160; Third £1081; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.40 - THE QUINNBET ACCA BONUS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

January 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb 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 2lb. QuinnBet has kindly sponsored this race Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 27th April, 2024. 30 entries at £38. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.15 - THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. QuinnBet has kindly sponsored this race. 21 entries at £38. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.50 - THE QUINNBET ACCA BONUS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. QUINNBET has kindly sponsored this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 7th April, 2024. 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 Monet’s Garden Series qualifier. 16 entries at £30. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.25 - THE quinnbet.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th.

Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. QUINNBET have kindly sponsored this race. 31 entries at £30. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. 27

FIXTURE LIST 2024 KEY

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