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MONDAY 31 MARCH (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
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formguide
previous performances
horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name& birthplace
/ = new season
- = new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C = course winner
no.ofdays sincelast ran colour graphic weight st-lb
D = distance winner
CD = course & distance winner
BF = beaten favourite age
Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE)
Mr Trevor Hemmings
8 10-13
Henry Brooke
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Peter Magnier Trust Inns Limited Br
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful sort who has won twice on heavy ground last season. Reliable sort who should give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA139
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
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.
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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TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE LIVE SPORTS AT FLEET STREET NEWCASTLE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 148 runners, 17%) runs PARISIAN FASHION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs BISHOP HILL
LONGEST TRAVELLER: GENEROUS SCORPION trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 174 miles.
A tricky opener with PARISIAN FASHION taken to strike She’s run good races at Wetherby over this trip the last twice, including behind Wendywilldo the first occasion, and looks the type who has more to offer. Her old rival needs to leave behind a tame effort at Catterick back from a break, so the returning Bishop Hill might be the chief danger
1 BISHOP HILL (IRE) (186) 2-332F3
Br m Malinas (GER) - Jigs’n Reels (IRE)
6 11-5
Patrick Wadge Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Frank Motherway
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdler who has been a regular at Perth and had plenty of chances over this trip Modest when last seen but good claims on a couple of her previous placed efforts, including one at this track. TFRHHHHI BHA103
2 ENA’S
(IRE) (530)
Gr m El Kabeir (USA) - Security Interest (USA)
Miss H. M. McMahon
Br Cottage Lodge Stud
5 11-5
Edward Austin (5)
Hannah McMahon, Cousland
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best in Flat maidens in 2023 for T. G. McCourt Off a long time ahead of this hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 GENEROUS
(GB) (17) U43343 7 11-5
B m Scorpion (IRE) - Genstone Trail
Mr D. McCain Jnr
Br Mrs S. C Welch
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who showed more than first time up over hurdles down in trip at Doncaster (2m) recently, although couldn’t convert that into a top 2 finish even when offered a second bite of the cherry after the last Needs another step forward. TFRHHHII BHA90
4 INTA (FR) (24) 3-03
7 11-5
B m Coastal Path - Venus Citlali Lewis Dobb (7)
Mrs Wilma Duffus
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Br William Ewart Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited, Sandy Thomson
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in an Irish point in May 2023 Off a long time after and well held in 2 novice hurdles in recent months Probably one for low-grade handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
5
(IRE) (13) P4-1434
B m Champs Elysees - Legacy Gold (IRE)
Mr Michael Scholey
6 11-5
William Maggs (5)
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Mr David Bobbett Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful Irish pointer who has made a good start over hurdles, again taking a keen hold and not beaten far (also not knocked about) at Wetherby over this trip a fortnight ago. Leading claims in this company. TFRHHHHH BHA101
6 WENDYWILLDO (GB) (56) 41-524 BF 5 11-5
B m Dragon Dancer - Barely Black (IRE)
Miss S. J. Turner
Br Miss S. J. Turner
Henry Brooke
Danny Brooke, Middleham
Danny Brooke Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair bumper winner who was beaten only a neck, with Parisian Fashion in third, at Wetherby on Boxing Day. Finished weakly when favourite at Catterick next time but retains potential. TFRHHHII BHA105
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
BISHOP HILL: Following its run on 26/9/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly from 2 out.
WENDYWILLDO: Following its run on 3/2/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Bishop Hill (IRE), 5-2 Parisian Fashion (IRE), 7-2 Wendywilldo (GB), 6-1 Generous Scorpion (GB), 33-1 Ena’s Choice (IRE), 50-1 Inta (FR)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
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Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for one month.
5f Spin Doctor (GB) (2yo)
5f Alligator Alley (GB) (3yo+)
6f Mazyoun (GB) (2yo) 25Oct16 1m 9.95s
6f Misty Grey (IRE) (3yo+) 12May24 1m 9.62s
7f 14y Commander Cole (GB) (2yo) 18Oct16 1m 25.50s
7f 14y Northernpowerhouse (GB) (3yo+) 18Dec19 1m 24.10s
1m 5y Kameko (USA) (2yo) 01Nov19 1m 36.26s
1m 5y Alfred Richardson (GB) (3yo+) 09Nov18 1m 36.10s
1m 2f 42y Palisade (GB) (3yo+) 16Oct16 2m 4.88s
1m 4f 08y Ajman Prince (IRE) (3yo+) 14Oct16 2m 36.76s
2m 56y Onesmoothoperator (USA) (3yo+) 29Jun24 3m 27.59s
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TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SUNDAY LUNCH AT THE BORDER MINSTREL NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (24 wins from 125 runners, 19%) runs DEEP STRATO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (2 wins from 20 runners, 10%) runs DEEP STRATO LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHESUPINCOURT trained by R Potter, Sellack, 278 miles.
COMMUNITY REBEL proved he retains ability on his first crack over fences here a fortnight ago and has a good shout if in the same form Mobile Mamma and Deep Strato haven’t scaled any heights over hurdles but could do better now chasing. Toombridge is also in the mix.
1 COMMUNITY REBEL (IRE) (16) 51P/-562 9 12-0
B g Asian Heights - Cnocbui Cailin (IRE) Ryan Mania
The Craig Farm Syndicate James Ewart, Langholm
Br Mr James O’Donovan Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEWPoint winner who landed a 3m Musselburgh maiden hurdle in January 2023 and proved he retains ability switched to chasing here earlier this month. Cheekpieces go on (previously wore hood) and good shout if in the same form TFRHHHHH BHA96
(IRE) (10) 25610P C 7 11-13
Ch m Ocovango - Jills Oscar (IRE)
Ruth Jefferson Racing Club
Br Mr P. Murphy
Richie McLernon
Ruth Jefferson, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who took a novice hurdle here in December, that easily her best effort over the smaller obstacles. Seemed to down tools last time and quickly switches to chasing TFRHHHII BHA95
3 SHESUPINCOURT (GB) (10) 4P4312 D
8 11-6
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove Ben Poste
Mr R. D. Potter Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br A W Buller
TIMEFORMVIEWRan out a comfortable winner of thin mares ’ handicap chase at Leicester (20.1f, heavy) in February but not in the same form off revised mark at Ffos Las 10 days ago. Back up in trip now TFRHHHII BHA88
4 MOBILE MAMMA (IRE) (42) P-1555P
B m Mahler - Queen Ella (IRE)
Grey & Gold Partnership
6 11-4
Jamie Hamilton
Ruth Jefferson, Malton
Br William Mangan Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has failed to trouble the judge in 4 races over hurdles at up to 3m but staying handicap chases could be the making of this Irish point winner One to note TFRHHHHI BHA86
5 DEEP STRATO (IRE) (51) 4005-4P
B g Cloudings (IRE) - La Gree (FR)
7 11-1
Theo Gillard Hemmings Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Ian Hannon Trust Inns Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner and has shown a bit of potential over hurdles. Modest last time but could do better now handicap chasing (half-brother to smart chaser Visionarian) TFRHHHII BHA83
6 THATSY (FR) (33) 640-664
Gr g Martaline - Rainallday (FR)
11 10-9
Sean Quinlan
Mrs B Butterworth & Mrs Jackie Holliday Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Br Mr Olivier Tricot
TIMEFORMVIEWContinues to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage in similar events, well held again at Wetherby 5 weeks ago. Has had a breathing operation since TFRHHHII BHA77
7 TOOMBRIDGE (GB) (28) 6-U004F 9 10-8
B g Kayf Tara - Supreme Present Alan Doyle (3)
Mr Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Little Lodge Farm & Lucky Bin Racing Ian Duncan Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but back on track the last twice, in the process of running well when departing 2 out in a similar event here 4 weeks ago. One to consider back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA76
2024: HAS TROKE (FR) 7 11 13 Kielan Woods 10-3 (Alex Hales) 5 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 7.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
Stewards Note:
DEEP STRATO: Following its run on 8/2/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Community Rebel (IRE), 9-2 Toombridge (GB), 5-1 Shesupincourt (GB), 11-2 Mobile Mamma (IRE), 6-1 Deep Strato (IRE), 11-1 Thatsy (FR), 28-1 Giveupyerauldsins (IRE)
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ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 149YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (24 wins from 149 runners, 16%) runs KILLYBEGS JET LADY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs KILLYBEGS JET LADY LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANGUS DE BULL trained by R Potter, Sellack, 278 miles.
Lucinda Russell took this 12 months ago and can repeat the feat with her Irish point scorer KILLYBEGS JET LADY who is fancied to build on a recent sixth here now stepped back up in trip Top-weight Kilmore Rock appeals as the one to chase her home ahead of Adveram.
1 KILMORE ROCK (IRE) (18) 2-1U064
B g Shirocco (GER) - Champayne Hallie (IRE)
6 12-0
Nathan Moscrop Payne, Bell, Severs, Moffatt & Corbett
Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Br Brian Kiely Finnies Heavy Haulage TIMEFORMVIEWDebut hurdles winner last June and he comes here on the back of a good fourth of 15 in handicap at Hexham (23.3f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Well in the mix with cheekpieces added. TFRHHHHI BHA101
2 ADVERAM (GB) (67) 3-14230
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lochnell (IRE)
6 11-13
Brian Hughes
The Macdonald Family Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Barry MacDonald
Dawn Developments Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGot off the mark at Ayr in October and in good nick until coming in only eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (24.1f, heavy) 67 days ago, never travelling well Sort to bounce back though TFRHHHII BHA100
3 KILLYBEGS JET LADY (IRE) (28) 0P0-346 D
B m Jet Away - Little Twinkle (IRE)
8 11-0
Alan Doyle (3)
Old Gold Racing 18 Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Richard Langrell Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Old Gold Racing, Retraining of Racehorses
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish points winner who wasn’t disgraced back in trip after 9 months off when sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle here (20.3f, good) 28 days ago. A likely player back up in trip now for last year’s winning yard. TFRHHHHH BHA87
4 SO LADYLIKE (IRE) (40) P66-140 D
B m Yeats (IRE) - Glenair Dante (IRE)
Mr J. M. B. Cookson
11 10-2
Miss Natasha Cookson (7)
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Br Con Smyth Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark under Rules at Hexham last June but only twice raced since and he beat just one in 3m Doncaster handicap last time Has a bit to prove now. TFRHHHII BHA73
5 TEDDY MAC (GB) (67) 54054P
Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Spring Over (IRE)
6 10-2
Charlie Maggs (5)
The Macdonald Family Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Ian A. Duncan
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and he took little interest when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (24.1f, heavy) 67 days ago. Cheekpieces are reached for now. TFRHHIII BHA72
6 ANGUS DE BULL (IRE) (45) P/000/-65
B g Papal Bull - Diskretion (GER)
9 10-2
Freddie Mitchell (5)
Mr R. D. Potter Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br John Clement McEnery
TIMEFORMVIEW Is yet to show much worthwhile form on the Flat or over hurdles. Very hard to warm to from 15lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA60
2024: CLOVIS BOY 5 11 4 Derek Fox 16-1 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Stewards Note:
ADVERAM: Following its run on 23/1/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Killybegs Jet Lady (IRE), 11-4 Kilmore Rock (IRE), 7-2 Adveram (GB), 7-1 So Ladylike (IRE), 14-1 Teddy Mac (GB), 33-1 Angus de Bull (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £10700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 148 runners, 17%) runs LIHYAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (1 win from 7 runners, 14%) runs CONISTON GEORGE
WEIGHTWATCHER: FINGAL’S HILL won off a handicap mark of 123, his rating is now down 5lb to 118. LONGEST TRAVELLER: STYLISH RECRUIT trained by A M Thomson, Greenlaw, 73 miles.
Course-specialist HORN CAPE ran a fine race (after 10 weeks off) to finish third at this track last month, and he should be spot on for return to this longer trip and can record a fourth course success Fingal’s Hill produced a rare modest effort last time but he’s the type to bounce back quickly and is feared, especially if Brian Hughes can poach an easy lead in this small field. Coniston George was back to his best when winning in first-time headgear and he’s expected to go well again.
colours no horse age st lb
1 HORN CAPE (FR) (37) 121-203 C
Gr g Fame And Glory - Capstone (FR)
8 12-0
Richie McLernon
Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham
Br M.L Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWThrived last season on testing ground winning three times and still on the up when finishing narrow second at Kelso (having looked the winner) on his final run in May. Left comeback behind when back to his best to place at this venue (17f) last month. Much respected back up in trip
2 PAY THE PIPER (IRE) (16) 121232 C
132
10 11-13
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly Sean Quinlan
Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Br B. Walsh Hamilton
TIMEFORM VIEWCourse winner struggled last season but bounced back over fences this season, winning twice along with plenty of creditable efforts in defeat. Ran respectably back over hurdles (headgear refitted) when second in a steadily run race (16.9f) here Not ruled out over this longer trip TFRHHHII BHA131
(IRE) (16) 651130 D
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Elle Est Milan (IRE)
Bill Fraser & Adrian Pritchard
7 11-6
Charlie Maggs (5)
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Mr S Gorman Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEWPosted a career-best at Uttoxeter (23.3f) in October, doing well to come from last to first in a falsely run race before finishing a creditable third at Aintree later that month Looked extremely rusty on his reappearance 16 days ago and needs to leave that run well behind TFRHHHII BHA124
Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dazza
Accurite Racing
(22) 3245P1
7 11-5
Danny McMenamin
Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br Thistletown Stud Accurite Machinery, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEWEnhanced fine Carlisle record to claim his third hurdles win last time, seemingly suited by the step back up in trip (19.3f) and the application of a visor, travelling strongly to defeat a progressive rival. That form looks solid and he remains of interest from a 7lb higher mark. TFRHHHHI BHA123
5
B g Shirocco (GER) - Fingal’s Sister (IRE)
Mr P. G. Atkinson
Br J. Kinsella
9 11-0
Brian Hughes
Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
TIMEFORMVIEWRecorded a 4-timer in handicaps in 2023 (including a success at this course) and had been working his way back to form this season prior to a rare fair effort over a longer trip (23.3f) at Uttoxeter last time No surprise to see him bounce back over this sharper test TFRHHHHI BHA118
B g Ask - Stylish Ways (IRE)
Mrs Fiona Telfer
Br J. F. Mernagh
1/5-41PP
7 10-5
Jamie Hamilton
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Sandy Thomson
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner surpassed previous hurdling exploits when winning a Hexham novice (16.2f) in June. Ran fairly after wind surgery/6 months off on chase debut and was again pulled-up on second outing over fences latest. Bit to prove back hurdling but should be more at home over this longer trip TFRHHHII BHA109
2024: RAFFERTY’S RETURN 9 11 4 Brian Hughes 5-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Coniston George (IRE), 3-1 Horn Cape (FR), Pay The Piper (IRE), 15-2 Fingal’s Hill (IRE), 12-1 Lihyan (IRE), 22-1 Stylish Recruit (IRE)
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (15 wins from 163 runners, 9%) runs BEAT THE EDGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs BEAT THE EDGE WEIGHTWATCHER: BEAT THE EDGE won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 6lb to 85. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOLDIER DAN trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 181 miles.
A few of these arrive with question marks against them so this looks an excellent opportunity for EMPTY NEST to regain the winning thread having been ridden too aggressively when a solid Wetherby fourth last time out. Kicksaftersix is feared most in his bid to gain a first win of the current campaign, with Beat The Edge appealing as the pick of the rest for minor honours
colours no horse age st lb
1 FIA FUINIDH (IRE) (18) 22555U 8 12-0
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Western Garden (IRE)
Henry Brooke
The Surf and Turf Partnership Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br R. McCarthy Tote
TFRHHHII BHA95
TIMEFORM VIEW Unseated his rider at the 8th in handicap chase at Hexham (20.1f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Thirteen runs since his last win in 2023 too.
2 GOODTIMES BADTIMES (IRE) (43) 4332PP D 10 11-13
B g Doyen (IRE) - One Love (IRE) Ryan Mania
Chicken Hutch Racers Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Br S. J. Osborne Sandy Thomson
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been pulled up on his last two runs, in handicap chase at Musselburgh (20.3f, good to soft) on latter occasion Very hard to warm to TFRHHIII BHA94
3 EMPTY NEST (IRE) (58) P46123
B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR)
Mr M Blades, S Morrell, K Hathaway
Br Mr Daniel Furini
7 11-13
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Mark Walford Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWGained his breakthrough victory at Wetherby in December and has continued in good nick, third of 10 in handicap chase there (19.4f, soft) 58 days ago when doing too much too soon Leading claims off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA94
4 SOLDIER DAN (IRE) (55) 3F/-0005
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Recession Lass (IRE)
7 11-6
Harry Reed
Barbara & Alex Faulconbridge L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
Br Daniel O’Sullivan Postpack Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of points but yet to ofer much over hurdles and on his chasing bow when fifth of 10 in handicap at Market Rasen (23.9f, good to soft) 55 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA87
5 BEAT THE EDGE (IRE) (11) 215253
B g Beat Hollow - Darsi O’Grady (IRE)
Smartwater Utilities
Br Ms M Kavanagh
8 11-4
Brian Hughes
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways at Catterick in January and largely in good nick since, though he found little when third of 8 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (21.1f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Blinkers go back on TFRHHHII BHA85
6 KICKSAFTERSIX (IRE) (125) 352225
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Astalanda (FR)
Coniston Old Men Syndicate
9 10-12
Sean Quinlan
Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br Martin McDermott Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to score this term, though he wasn’t discredited when fifth of 8 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (21.1f, good to soft) in November Not ruled out after a break. TFRHHHHI BHA79
7 CAVE HILL (GB) (28) 051534 CD BF
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Belfast Central (IRE)
6 10-11
Alan Doyle (3)
Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 2m4f hurdles winner who came in a well-held fourth of 7 in handicap over C&D on his debut over fences 28 days ago. Lots more is required.
TFRHHIII BHA78
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Stewards Note: GOODTIMES BADTIMES: Following its run on 16/2/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Empty Nest (IRE), 9-2 Cave Hill (GB), 5-1 Beat The Edge (IRE), 11-2 Kicksaftersix (IRE), 9-1 Fia Fuinidh (IRE), Goodtimes Badtimes (IRE), 16-1 Soldier Dan (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GRAND NATIONAL AT FLEET STREET NEWCASTLE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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) A
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (24 wins from 149 runners, 16%) runs MIX DE GRIS
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs MIX DE GRIS
LONGEST TRAVELLER: WILD NEPHIN trained by R Potter, Sellack, 278 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
WILLIE SHAKE HANDS caught the eye when second over C&D last time and has good claims of getting off the mark if racing more efficiently Mix de Gris looks fairly handicapped and makes appeal back on a sounder surface, while recent runner-up Wild Nephin merits plenty of respect over this stiffer test Socks Off is worth a market check racing off his last winning hurdles mark.
colours no horse age st lb
1 WILLIE SHAKE HANDS (IRE) (46) P64362
B g Mount Nelson - Lady Olivia (IRE)
Shake Hands Partnership
Br Geraldine O’Mahony
6 12-0
Tom Midgley (3)
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 6-y-o who posted just about his best effort yet when going close in 13-runner handicap hurdle here over C&D only paying the price late on having pulled hard Another big run expected provided he settles. TFRHHHHH BHA105
(156) 3P-2160
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Mazaryne (FR)
Mr Adam Tucker
Br Mr Philip O’Connor
7 11-10
Charlie Maggs
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Reflex Courier Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWOpened his account at Hexham in May but a below form since, latest effort coming in a first-time tongue tie when twelfth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, good to soft) 156 days ago. Has gone well fresh but has a bit to find with the best of these. TFRHHHII BHA101
3 SOCKS OFF (IRE) (22) 5-623P3
Br g Society Rock (IRE) - Deliziosa (IRE)
8 11-7
William Maggs
Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Padraig O’Reilly Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair hurdler/chaser who ran his best race for current connections when third in a hunter chase at Carlisle (20.9f) 22 days ago and now reverts to hurdles racing off his latest winning mark. Interesting contender TFRHHHII BHA98
4 WILD NEPHIN (GB) (19) 364P52
6 11-5
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Twinset And Pearls Freddie Mitchell
K P Marsh Plastering & Interiors Ltd Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Goldford Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWAttractedlotsofmarketsupportwhenmodestatChepstowonpenultimaterunoverhurdlesbutbouncedbacktoformlasttimewhen runner-up behind a well-treated stable-switcher at Huntingdon (15.8f) 19 days ago. Looks interesting over this stiffer test TFRHHHHI BHA96
5 THE DIPPER (IRE) (37) 0-0600
Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Lady Wagner (IRE)
6 10-6
Conor Rabbitt (3)
Eddie Melville Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br Colin Gainford Kingdom Taverns, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORMVIEWWell-held in bumper and qualifying runs, although did show a bit more (after 7 weeks off) when seventh of 10 in novice hurdle over C&D (good) 37 days ago. May be better suited by handicaps but this test may still prove on the sharp side. TFRHHHII BHA83
6 MIX DE GRIS (FR) (24) P25644
Gr g Master’s Spirit (IRE) - Goldamix (IRE)
Lamont Racing
4 10-4
Alan Doyle
Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Daniel Cherdo, Claudie Cherdo & Haras De Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCan race freely but got back on track when fourth of 13 in handicap hurdle over C&D last month (good to soft) and wasn’t disgraced faced with more testing conditions at Ayr last time. Looks feasibly treated and could have a say back on better ground TFRHHHHI BHA91
7 MORAN’S LAW (GB) (54) 0-5P05
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Media Sensation
6 10-2
Toby Wynne (3) Satchell Moran Solicitors Limited
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Yorton Farm Stud Swansway, Satchell Moran Solicitors Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t looked a natural jumper so far and improvement was not forthcoming when fifth of 10 on handicap debut at Sedgefield last time Drops back in trip but needs more. TFRHHIII BHA79
8 BELLE NA BANN (IRE) (37) 200205 CD
B m Califet (FR) - Cut ‘n’ Run (IRE)
Ms D Morley & Partner
9 10-2
Joshua Thompson (8)
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr E. A. P. Scouller Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessful at this venue in December 2023 before landing double at Catterick following month. Form has been in and out since, modest fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle over C&D 37 days ago. Below her latest winning mark but hasn’t looked like capitalising of late (2lb out of handicap) TFRHHIII BHA77
9 LIKLEMAN (GB) (34) 640
B g Footstepsinthesand - Lynique (IRE)
4 10-2
Edward Austin
Miss H. M. McMahon Hannah McMahon, Cousland Br Carisbrooke Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWModest miler on the Flat and has proved headstrong in maiden/juvenile hurdles this season Makes stable debut from 2lb out of the handicap and needs to settle better to hold a chance on handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA87
2024: CELESTIAL FASHION 6 10 6 Joe Williamson 5-2 (Ian Duncan) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Willie Shake Hands (IRE), 9-2 Wild Nephin (GB), 11-2 Mix de Gris (FR), 9-1 Socks Off (IRE), Moran’s Law (GB), 12-1 The Dipper (IRE), 14-1 Jumping Jupiter (IRE), 16-1 Belle Na Bann (IRE), 50-1 Likleman (GB)
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £466,571 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.
FRIDAY 18 APRIL
First Race 2.30 - THE LIVE SPORTS AT FLEET STREET NEWCASTLE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb. Fleet Street Bar Newcastle will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 10 entries at £38. - Closed March 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 3.00 - THE SUNDAY LUNCH AT THE BORDER MINSTREL NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 13 entries at £30.Closed March 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.30 - THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 18 entries at £30. - Closed March 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 4.00 - THE DRIVING RANGE AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK 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 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £53 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 12 entries at £53. - Closed March 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4322; Second £2160; Third £1081; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.30 - THE GOLF MEMBERSHIPS AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 16 entries at £30. - Closed March 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.00 - THE GRAND NATIONAL AT FLEET STREET NEWCASTLE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to March 28th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 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. Fleet Street Bar Newcastle will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 18 entries at £30. - Closed March 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) A
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.