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MONDAY 03 MARCH (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS
OF THE MEETING
SIMON CONNAWAY (Chief Steward), BRIDGET CHAMBERLAIN (Stewards' Panel Chair)
BETH DOWSWELL, LOUISE MOORE, LOUISE NEALE, SARAH RUSSELL
STARTERS
RUSSELL GARRITTY
PHILLIP DENNIS
JUDGE
KATIE DOWSON
CLERK OF THE SCALES
WAYNE BURNELL
VETERINARY OFFICER
DAVID GREEN
VETERINARY SURGEONS
LESLEY BARWISE-MUNRO
SALLY BOOTH
MAX LING
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr VIV TUT
Dr SAM FOSTER
Dr ANDY RAMSHAW
NURSE
CRAIG ORD
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
SHAUN MITCHELL
KAREN WEST
LISA COOK
SAM DAVIS
COMMENTATOR
DARREN OWEN
BETTING RING MANAGER
IAN O'NEILL
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PAUL ELLIOTT
CLERK OF THE COURSE
JANE HEDLEY
GROUNDS MANAGER
MARK RYAN
LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL
PAUL ELLIOTT
DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS
MICHAEL SMITH
PAUL ELLIOTT
FIRST RACE 1.50
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE LIVESCORE BET BEST ODDS DAILY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Candlish (13 wins from 52 runners, 25%) runs LAWRENNY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs LAWRENNY
LONGEST TRAVELLER: LAWRENNY trained by J Candlish, Leek, 160 miles.
SMOKERINGINTHEDARK was possibly unsuited by the lack of a true gallop ridden with more restraint over a longer trip at Musselburgh on his most recent outing, so he’s well worth another chance having shown a good attitude to fend off a promising sort on his Rules debut the time before. Lawrenny sets the standard and has obvious claims, with Cruden and Ailt An Chorrain taken to battle it out for minor honours 1-2-3:
1 AILT AN CHORRAIN (IRE) (19) 2P2-162
B g Mahler - Mazagee (FR)
Patrick Neville Racing Syndicate
6 11-12
Henry Brooke
Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Mr Dolty Boyle Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited TIMEFORMVIEW Debut winner at Perth in August and showed improved form at the second attempt in a first-time tongue strap when second of 10 at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA105
2 LAWRENNY (GB) (18) 21-5122 C BF 6 11-12
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rare Ruby (IRE)
Sean Quinlan
Mrs Judith Ratcliff Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Mrs Judith Ratcliff PRA World Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive winner in bumpers and showed the benefit of his initial experience over hurdles when landing a 2m novice at Wetherby in December Better form in defeat since and excellent chance stepping back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA120
3 SMOKERINGINTHEDARK (IRE) (30) 214 D 5 11-12
B g Shantou (USA) - Res Ipsa Loquitur (IRE)
Danny McMenamin
Eddie Melville & Kenny Haughey Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br Victor Connolly Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinhisonlyoutinginIrishpointsandshowedagoodattitudeingoingonebetter4-runnereventatMusselburghonhurdlingdebutinDecember Failed to progress from that performance at same track but was perhaps unsuited by the lack of a true gallop and remains with potential TFRHHHHH BHA121
4 BOGLEYBURN (IRE) (18) 02-66P
6 11-5
Br g Shirocco (GER) - Cheenys Venture Bruce Lynn Geoff and Elspeth Adam Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
Br Bruce Mactaggart Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW No great shakes in bumpers and has made a highly discouraging start to his hurdling career TFRHIIII BHA-
5 INDIAN POET (IRE) (363) 0-
6 11-5
B g Urban Poet (USA) - Indianaca (IRE) Ryan Mania
Mr Colin Thomas Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Mr Colm Feighery PRCT Bloodstocks Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, well-beaten ninth of 12 to Lawrenny in bumper at this course (16.9f, heavy) on NH debut Off 12 months ahead of this switch to hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-
6 SUNNY BEACH (IRE) (316) P- 6 11-5
Ch g Mahler - Ethelflaed (IRE)
Ross Chapman
Mr Chris Grant Chris Grant, Billingham
Br Pauric O’Gorman www.chrisgrantracing.com
TIMEFORMVIEW Mahler gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m)
Timeforwest Pulled up only start in Irish points (Apr 2024) TFRHHIII BHA-
7 CRUDEN (GB) (39) 125 4 11-0
B g Time Test - Amami (IRE)
Brian Hughes
Mrs B. Ewart James Ewart, Langholm
Br Beswick Brothers Bloodstock Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful on Flat (stays 11.5f) and made a successful hurdlingbow in a juvenile at Cork
form when second of 11 at Wetherby in December. However, found life
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 HANNIGAN’S POWER (IRE) (34) 60
B m Milan - Kitty Power (IRE)
6 10-12
Joe Williamson (3)
Reveley Racing 1 & Miss G Boanas Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
Br Mrs M. Curran
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in 2 bumpers and makes no appeal on this switch to hurdling.
TFRHIIII BHA-
2024: ESPRIT DU POTIER (FR) 5 11 12 Derek Fox 1-3 (Lucinda Russell) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7.
Stewards Note:
AILT AN CHORRAIN: Following its run on 12/2/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Lawrenny (GB), 11-4 Smokeringinthedark (IRE), 9-2 Cruden (GB), 6-1 Ailt An Chorrain (IRE), 66-1 Indian Poet (IRE), Sunny Beach (IRE), 250-1 Hannigan’s Power (IRE), 300-1 Bogleyburn (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 2.25
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MICHAEL KNOX MEMORIAL EQUINE PRODUCTS NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I)
Total prize fund £6150
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 146 runners, 17%) runs LATHAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Whillans (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs LUMINARIES
LONGEST TRAVELLER: ON THE GO trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 249 miles.
LADY’S PRESENT is fairly lightly raced for her age and has proven that she can be competitive from a lowly handicap mark. She won’t need to improve to win this modest event and makes appeal with Brian Hughes taking over in the saddle for the first time. Looking Splendid is a standout danger having posted a couple of solid efforts at Musselburgh this winter, while Silverbridge is well-treated if first-time blinkers can awaken him from his recent slumber
colours no horse age st lb
1 LATHAN (FR) (78) 631FP CD
Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Venerie (FR)
6 11-12
Nathan Moscrop
Mike and Eileen Newbould Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Ecurie Pierre Julienne Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a modest C&D maiden in November and would have bettered that form (looked set for second) but for falling 2 out at Wetherby just 24 hours later Seemed amiss when pulled up on handicap debut but has an each-way squeak if back on song TFRHHHII BHA95
2 LOOKING SPLENDID (GB)
(15) P42563 BF 7 11-10
B g Passing Glance - Splendid Blue (IRE)
Mrs A. J. Boswell
Br Mrs Joanna Boswell
Bruce Lynn
Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
TIMEFORMVIEWHasshownenoughinhandicaprunstosuggestheisfairlyhandicappedoffthismark,continuingingoodheartlatestwhenthirdof10inhandicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft) 15 days ago, having been given plenty of ground to make up One for the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA93
3 GONE WITH THE TIDE (IRE) (15) 51-50P6 6 11-9
Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Millicent Bridge (IRE)
Mr J. P. G. Hamilton
Br Mr Kevin Talbot
Jamie Hamilton
Alison Hamilton, Denholm
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner regressed fromhurdling whenunderperformingon next two starts (hung on both occasions). Step in the right direction when hooded on handicap debut, sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft) 15 days ago, although still has a bit to find off this mark TFRHHHII BHA92
4 ON THE GO (GB) (57)
F60
5 11-8
B g Linda’s Lad - Russie With Love Lilly Pinchin
Mrs Susan Monkland & Dr A Fowlie
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br C. J. Down Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t progressed from minor promise shown on hurdles debut, although has likely been campaigned with handicaps in mind One to note in the betting now stepping up in trip on handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA91
5 DEVON SKIES (GB) (26) 04234P
B m Dartmouth - Emma Lee
Philip and Nicola Tyler
6 11-6
Joe Williamson (3)
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Mr & Mrs P. D. Tyler Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed some respectable form in maidens but disappointed on final start in novice company and regressed on first run in a handicap when pulled up at Sedgefield (19.9f) last month Needs to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA89
6 ROCK N ROLL CHAMP (IRE) (281) 3P66-06
7 11-4
Ch g Champs Elysees - Another Pet (IRE) Craig Nichol Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster Sandy Forster, Kelso
Br James Robinson
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden in Irish points and showed limited ability on final run in novice company. Step up in trip can only help and one to monitor in the betting on handicap debut/reappearance TFRHHHII BHA87
7 SILVERBRIDGE (GB) (19) 433-60P 5 11-3
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Silverville (USA) Henry Brooke Powerhub Solutions Limited Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br The Silverville Partnership Swansway TIMEFORMVIEWYettomatchtheformofhandicapdebutatBangorinApril(thirdof10)andhasfailedtobeatarivalonhislasttwostarts(worecheekpieces),although his latest effort did come on the back of an 8-month absence. Blinkers on first-time and he’s fairly treated if they can spark a revival. TFRHHHII BHA86
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
LEADER WING (IRE)
(14) 6550P6
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Reconsider Baby (IRE)
5 11-1
Sam Coltherd
Mr John Coates Mr Richard Smith Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
Br J. Mangan Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper winner for Tom Weston but yet to match that form in this sphere, continuing to underachieve despite being tried in various headgear (blinkers retained on this occasion). Best to look elsewhere TFRHHIII BHA84
9 DARTIE BAY (GB)
B g Dartmouth - Flaybay
(34) 00P50
5 10-10
Danny McMenamin
Miss Alison P. Lee Chris Grant, Billingham
Br Miss Alison P. Lee www.chrisgrantracing.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in bumpers/novice hurdles. Difficult to fancy on handicap hurdle debut TFRHHIII BHA79
10 LADY’S PRESENT (IRE)
B m Presenting - Lady Chloe
The Team Kirby Partnership
(39) 03/-P426
8 10-7
Brian Hughes
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Philip Kirby Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShapedbetterthanthebeatendistancewhensecondof7inhandicaphurdleatFakenham(23.4f)inJanuary,madeafast-forward moveonfinalcircuitand paid the price for those efforts late on Stamina stretched on more testing ground over 3 miles last time and looks interesting back down in trip TFRHHHHH BHA76
11
GOODOLDBILL
(GB) (303) 6/P14P-P C
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Golden Sunbird (IRE)
9 10-5
Ross Chapman
Mrs J. M. Walton Jane Walton, Otterburn
Br R. T. Crellin Dunns Houses
TIMEFORMVIEWStruggled over hurdles but got off the mark over fences at this venue in November in 2023. Not in same form since, pulling up when last seen in May 2024 Returns to smaller obstacles for reappearance Others have stronger claims. TFRHHIII BHA74
12 JUST WINGING
IT (IRE) (20) 6000 5 10-5
Ch g Jet Away - Copper River (IRE)
Ben Smith (7) Carnaby, Thomson & Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston
Br T. Nolan & K. Leavy Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held in a bumper and three qualifying runs Races from 1lb out of the handicap on his first start in handicap company. Best to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA73
13 LUMINARIES (IRE)
(15) P-60000
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE)
The Farming Boys
8 10-5
Sean Quinlan
Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br Liam Gilsenan Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
TIMEFORMVIEWHas failed to build on promise of stable debut at Kelso in October, again down the field at Musselburgh last month. Races from 6lb out of the handicap. Difficult to recommend on recent evidence TFRHHIII BHA68
2024:RACE ABANDONED
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 3, 10. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 13.
Stewards Note:
SILVERBRIDGE: Following its run on 12/2/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Looking Splendid (GB), 13-2 Silverbridge (GB), 8-1 Gone With The Tide (IRE), Lady’s Present (IRE), 11-1 Lathan (FR), On The Go (GB), Devon Skies (GB), 12-1 Rock N Roll Champ (IRE), 40-1 Dartie Bay (GB), 50-1 Leader Wing (IRE), Luminaries (IRE), 150-1 Goodoldbill (GB), Just Winging It (IRE)
PACE YOURSELF
THIRD RACE 2.55
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MICHAEL KNOX MEMORIAL EQUINE PRODUCTS NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (24 wins from 150 runners, 16%) runs KILLYBEGS JET LADY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs KILLYBEGS JET LADY LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE DARK EDGE trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 249 miles.
PASSENGERONTHESHIP travelled well when chasing home a rejuvenated rival last month and, still on a fair handicap mark, she’s taken to go one better on this occasion. Jingle Jangle Jet has improved for the switch to handicap company and should be in the mix once again, while Breadalbane Lass is interesting now stepped up in distance.
colours no horse age st lb
1 ALLTALKNOACTION (IRE) (39) 32-P43P
B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Oscar Day (IRE)
5 11-12
Mr William Easterby (3)
Reality Partnerships XII Tim Easterby, Malton
Br Miss C. Woods Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t achieve a great deal when reaching the frame in maiden/novice hurdles and made an inauspicious start to his handicap career at Wetherby (3m, heavy) in January. Improvement needed in first-time blinkers TFRHHIII BHA94
2 THE
DARK EDGE (IRE) (81) 02-1224
Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - The Keane Edge (IRE)
The Dark Edge Partnership
6 11-11
Lilly Pinchin
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Barry O’Connor Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORM VIEWImproved further after 5 months off when landing a 9-runner handicap hurdle at Plumpton (20.5f, good to soft) in September and has held form well since, hitting the frame on three occasions, most recent fourth of 15 at Taunton (23.9f). Back down trip on return from short break and not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA93
3 LOVE THAT (IRE) (20)
4FF206 D
Ch m Vendangeur (IRE) - Oscars Vision (IRE)
Rainton Construction (Scotland ) Ltd
6 11-9
Conor Rabbitt (3)
R. Mike Smith, Galston
Br Mr Joshua Pim Rainton Construction ( Scotland ) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSecond in a Kelso novice (20.9f) in December but failed to back that up with two disappointing performances in handicaps. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA91
4 CAGE RATTLER (IRE) (31) 000
Ch g National Defense - Misscomplacent
The Border Racers
Br Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd
5 11-8
Conor O’Farrell
Sandy Forster, Kelso
TIMEFORM VIEW 7f Flat winner who offered little in novice/maiden hurdles and fared little better when last of 9 on the Flat 31 days ago. Tackles longer trip on handicap hurdle debut but others have stronger claims. TFRHHIII BHA90
5 KILLYBEGS JET LADY (IRE)
B m Jet Away - Little Twinkle (IRE)
Old Gold Racing 18
(261) 1/0P0-34
8 11-6
Alan Doyle (3)
Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Richard Langrell Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Old Gold Racing, Retraining of Racehorses
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish Point winner bettered previous exploits in this sphere when third in a 13-runner Kelso novice (21f, good) but could only match that form when fourth of 11 on handicap debut at Uttoxeter when last seen in June Low-mileage and could improve if ready to roll after an 8-month break TFRHHHII BHA88
6 JINGLE JANGLE JET (GB) (27) U66522 7 11-5
B g Bollin Eric - Follow The Dream Joe Williamson (3) Joelor Racing Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br North Bradon Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWImproved for the step into handicap company, runner-up to a more progressive one on penultimate start at Market Rasen before finishing second at the same venue last month. chasing home an enterprisingly ridden winner Leading claims. TFRHHHHI BHA87
7 PASSENGERONTHESHIP (IRE) (14) 3000-42 6 11-4
Br g Pillar Coral - Canto Creek Jonathan England
John Birtles and Bill Allan Sam England, Guiseley
Br Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWPlaced in an Irish point and left behind novice form when making promising reappearance in January, progressing on next start when runner-up to a rejuvenated and well-treated sort at Southwell (20.4f) two weeks ago. Merits serious consideration in this company. TFRHHHHH BHA86
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
BREADALBANE
LASS
(GB) (14) 6P-5502
B m Telescope (IRE) - Swift Getaway (IRE)
5 10-13
Gavin Sheehan
Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston
Br Mr Andrew M. McDiarmid
TIMEFORMVIEWLittlepromiseinmaiden/novicehurdlesbuthasshownmoreinhandicaps,notunsupportedwhenrunninguptoherbestinfirst-timecheekpieces(retained) when second of 7 at Carlisle two weeks ago, shaping as though worth a go at this longer trip Open to improvement with tongue-tie now added TFRHHHHI BHA81
9 FANCY NANCY PANTS
(GB) (14) 044464
B m Dylan Mouth (IRE) - Bespoke Lady (IRE)
Mr P. Kirby
Br Jill Musgrave
5 10-10
Patrick Wadge
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Novice hurdler may have been flattered by finishing position when creditable fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle (66/1) at Carlisle (19.3f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Others have stronger form claims. TFRHHIII BHA78
10
CHANTILLY ROSE
(GB) (134) 060-43F
Gr m Turgeon (USA) - Nicknack (FR)
8 10-6
Sean Quinlan
Quinn Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Br Mr & Mrs D. Futter & Mrs R. Patterson
TIMEFORMVIEWNo great shakes over hurdles and not much better in 2 starts over fences when trained by Dan Skelton. Fell heavily on first start for new yard and has a bit to prove returning to smaller obstacles. TFRHHIII BHA74
11
AWAY SHE GOES
(IRE) (15) 0-600P0
B m Mahler - Boynagh Joy (IRE)
6 10-5
Craig Nichol No Gooners All About The Lady
Br Sheila & Alan Morrell
Paul Robson, Alnwick
TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to make an impact in 2 bumpers/3 starts over hurdles for Brian Ellison last year and has struggled since joining current connections. Hard to fancy. TFRHIIII BHA73
12
GINE SACRE
(FR) (26) 3//P-600P
Gr m Laverock (IRE) - Sacree (FR)
9 10-5
Bruce Lynn
Mr Semore Kurdi Eloise Quayle, Eachwick
Br Ms Patrice Vagne
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and fared little better on first run for new yard last month, Races from 1lb out of handicap and is difficult to recommend TFRHIIII BHA72
13 WINDSOR WIFE (IRE) (19)
100PP0
Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Windsor Higgins (IRE)
5 10-5
Ben Smith (7) Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br John Bowes & Steven Ryder Swansway
TIMEFORMVIEW Dead-heated for first on her sole start in Irish points but has shaped with no encouragement in 5 starts over hurdles. Tough ask from long way out of the weights
TFRHIIII BHA52
2024:RACE ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 8, 13. Stewards Note:
LOVE THAT: Following its run on 11/2/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Jingle Jangle Jet (GB), 4-1 Passengerontheship (IRE), 11-2 The Dark Edge (IRE), Breadalbane Lass (GB), 15-2 Killybegs Jet Lady (IRE), 20-1 Love That (IRE), 25-1 Cage Rattler (IRE), 28-1 Fancy Nancy Pants (GB), 33-1 Alltalknoaction (IRE), 50-1 Chantilly Rose (GB), Gine Sacre (FR), 80-1 Windsor Wife (IRE), 300-1 Away She Goes (IRE)
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It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk
FOURTH RACE 3.25
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE POWER YOUR PERFORMANCE WITH EQUINE PRODUCTS 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) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (15 wins from 162 runners, 9%) runs GREAT BALLINBORIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Coltherd (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs FLASH DU PISTOLET LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAVE HILL & TOOMBRIDGE trained by Ian Duncan, Coylton, 143 miles.
DIAMOND MIX proved that all can’t have been well on his chasing debut when finding just one way ahead of its mark too good at this track last month and, with further progress over fences on the cards, he gets the nod to go one better. Ceolwulf hasn’t stood much racing of late but, provided there’s no bounce factor from his recent Leicester second, he looks an obvious threat. Low Mileage and Cave Hill round off the shortlist
1 FIA FUINIDH (IRE) (18) 6-22555
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Western Garden (IRE)
8 12-0
Sean Quinlan The Surf and Turf Partnership Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br R. McCarthy Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to score over fences though he went down by a nose at Kelso (17f) in November Most disappointing since however, and the headgear worn last time is quickly discarded Handicapper drops him another 2lb. TFRHHHII BHA95
2 DIAMOND MIX (IRE) (18) 045502
6 11-12
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alma Mix Ryan Mania
Mr Colin Thomas Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Thomas O’Keeffe PRCT Bloodstocks Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWMade the frame in novice at Carlisle first start over hurdles and proved that he can’t have been right on his chasing debut when showing improved form behind one well ahead of its mark at this track (16.3f, good to soft) last month. Every chance he can go one better back up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA93
3 HAWKSEYE VIEW (GB) (30) 5-0625U D BF
B g Telescope (IRE) - Noir Girl
6 11-12
Peter Kavanagh (3)
Mrs A. Ellis Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Auroras Encore 2 Ltd Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWPoint winner who showed improved form on third start in handicap chases when runner-up over C&D in November Let down by his jumping on both subsequent outings (unseated at Wetherby last month) and that tempers enthusiasm somewhat here. TFRHHHII BHA93
4 FLASH DU PISTOLET (IRE)
B g Westerner - Pistol Flash (IRE)
(18) 403533
7 11-12
Sam Coltherd
R&l McCulloch & D Crawford Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
Br Eimear Mulhern Bell Rural Solutions
TIMEFORMVIEWEx-pointer who is winless under Rules but was well backed and shaped as if still in good form when third at this track (16.3f, good to soft) 18 days ago, finishing tired. More needed to get his head in front but there’s been signs of a revival in yard form of late. TFRHHHII BHA93
5 LOW MILEAGE (IRE) (15) 50-0P32
B g Westerner - Miss Knowall (IRE)
Mr G. T. Bewley
7 11-11
Edward Austin (5)
George Bewley, Colby
Br Edmond Kent Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulmaidenchaserin Irelandbutofferedlittle first 3starts forcurrentconnections.Stoppedtheslideto some extent inheadgearatCatterick and went much closer than he had previously to winning a race at Musselburgh just over 2 weeks ago Nudged back up 2lb as a result. TFRHHHII BHA92
6 TANKING ALONG (IRE) (21)
6P-34F
6 11-10
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Myska (IRE) Henry Brooke
Mr Eamon McElligott Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Kenneth Parkhill Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWShowed ability both starts over hurdles this season but was on the retreat when coming down on handicap/chase debut at Catterick (19.2f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago (remained down for some time). Should prove at least as competent in this sphere but probably best watched for now. TFRHHHII BHA91
7 CEOLWULF (GB) (18) 3/064/3-2
9 11-8
Gr g Fame And Glory - Spieta (IRE) Nathan Moscrop
Mr Chris McSharry Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
Br Distillery Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeanencouragingreturnfroma16-monthabsencewhenthirdatSedgefieldlastFebruaryandprovedheretainsplentyabilityonreturnfrom nearly another year off when runner-up at Leicester recently, sticking to his task admirably In the mix provided there’s no bounce factor TFRHHHHI BHA89
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
TOP OF THE BAY (IRE) (275) 4P03-4P
B g Doyen (IRE) - Bay Dove
8 11-6
Jonathan England
Mr G. Malanga Sam England, Guiseley
Br James Reeves Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWFirst piece of worthwhile form when third in handicap chase at Southwell last April, despite none too fluent. Disappointed back over hurdles at that venue the following month and offered nothing back chasing fitted in cheekpieces when last seen in June Has since moved yards TFRHHIII BHA87
9
CAVE HILL (GB) (20) P-05153 CD
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Belfast Central (IRE)
6 10-12
Alan Doyle (3)
Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWBreakthrough winner at this venue in December and backed it up when fifth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Ayr next time. Wasn’t disgraced in the end but went through the race in pretty laboured fashion at latter track recently and now attentions are switched to fences. Yard is amongst the winners. TFRHHHII BHA79
10 GREAT
BALLINBORIS
(FR) (12) 0/34-P63
B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Rotswana (FR)
9 10-11
Conor O’Farrell
Mr John Burnett Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr Remy Buchot J & J Burnett Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWRan one of his better races in first-time blinkers/tongue strap but typically didn’t finish with purpose after 3 months off when third of 5 in handicap at Doncaster (20.5f, good) 12 days ago. Handicapper drops him another 1lb but others more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA78
11 TOOMBRIDGE
(GB)
(28) 36-U004
B g Kayf Tara - Supreme Present
9 10-9
William Maggs (5)
Mr Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Little Lodge Farm & Lucky Bin Racing
Ian Duncan Racing TIMEFORM VIEWStill a maiden but got back on track after 9 weeks off in first-time cheekpieces when fourth of 15 in handicap at Carlisle (24.5f, soft) 4 weeks ago. Has struggled for consistency however, so the percentage call is to look elsewhere. Yard also saddles Cave Hill TFRHHIII BHA76
2024: GIPSY LEE ROSE (FR) 10 10 6 Bruce Lynn 7-2 (N W Alexander) 4 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8, 9, 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7, 11.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Low Mileage (IRE), 8-1 Hawkseye View (GB), Ceolwulf (GB), 10-1 Diamond Mix (IRE), Flash du Pistolet (IRE), Cave Hill (GB), 14-1 Fia Fuinidh (IRE), Great Ballinboris (FR), Toombridge (GB), 16-1 Tanking Along (IRE), 20-1 Top of The Bay (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 4.00
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS
4)
Total prize fund £7700
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (24 wins from 150 runners, 16%) runs RORY THE CAT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs RORY THE CAT LONGEST TRAVELLER: RORY THE CAT trained by L Russell, Kinross, 137 miles.
The vote goes to BATHGATE, who has been at the top of his game of late and appears to still be on a competitive mark judged on his latest effort at Catterick Rory The Cat has been given a chance by the handicapper and will be a big threat if able to get back on track.The lightly-raced veteran Fostered Phil commands respect on the back of an encouraging comeback run at Musselburgh, while handicap debutants Old But Gold andTravisWheatley both need a second look in the betting 1-2-3:
colours no horse age st lb
1 RUSSIAN VIRTUE (GB) (28) 13116-4 C D
8 12-0
B g Toronado (IRE) - Russian Rhapsody Joshua Thompson (7)
Tony Livingston & Graeme McGregor David Thompson, Darlington
Br Derek R. Price
TIMEFORMVIEW Six-time hurdles winner for Rebecca Menzies but hasn’t set the world alight in 4 starts for present yard, including when returned to this sphere at Carlisle last month. TFRHHIII BHA110
2 BATHGATE (GB) (21) 241212 D
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Comtesse du Sud (FR)
Mr P. Kirby
5 12-0
Joe Williamson (3)
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten a fair way back from a break at Kelso in October but hasn’t looked back since, winning twice during a consistent string of efforts in handicaps at around 2m. Latest second off 2lb lower at Catterick was solid and this 5-y-o is likely to be in the thick of things once again TFRHHHHH BHA110
3 THE GRAFTER (IRE) (24) 4-34222 BF
B g Workforce - Shokalocka Baby (IRE)
Evason, Hewitt and Walsh
6 11-12
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br John Redmond Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage sort who has yet to pick up a race but he’s been knocking on the door of late, finding just one too good on each of his last 3 starts Clearly not short of ability but, equally, his attitude is questionable (often seems somewhat reluctant when push comes to shove), so there are doubts TFRHHHII BHA108
4 REWIRED (GB) (30) 043060 D
Ch g Power - Kekova
Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
Br Mr T. G. Roddick
7 11-11
Harry Reed
Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
AKV Group Ltd, D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2m handicaps at Doncaster and Taunton last winter but yet to fire for current yard and, though now down in class and 13lb below his last winning mark, others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA107
5 TRAVIS WHEATLEY (IRE) (29) 12444
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Bigzam d’Or (FR)
D&D Armstrong Ltd
5 11-9
Danny McMenamin
Brian Ellison, Malton
Br Mr Alan Mackey North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner last spring andshaped encouragingly switched toRules when second a bumper here in October. Has failed to threaten in novice events since switched to hurdles but mark for this handicap bow looks fair and he’s one to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA105
6 RORY THE CAT (IRE) (30) 1165-60 5 11-9
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Obligada (IRE)
Derek Fox
The Cool Cats Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br S. J. Macdonald Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinnerofjuvenilehurdlesatMusselburghlastwinterandaddedtohistallyontheFlatthereinAugust Wellheldbothstartssofarthis season but he’s slipped to an attractive mark as a consequence and yard in good form, so there are reasons to be optimistic. TFRHHHHI BHA105
7 GALAHAD THREEPWOOD (GB) (18) 0/060-34 8 11-8
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Tesary
RHS Ltd
Craig Nichol
Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br Peter Winkworth Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
TIMEFORM VIEWWith fitness on his side from the Flat, shaped well on hurdles debut for this yard when third in an 11-runner C&D handicap in January. Subsequent fourth over 2 1/2m back here the
and
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
FOSTERED PHIL
(IRE) (30) 1//234/2-3 C 11 11-8
B g Arcadio (GER) - Knock Na Shee (IRE)
Mr N. M. L. Ewart
Brian Hughes
James Ewart, Langholm
Br Mrs Margaret Nolan Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWHisappearanceshavebeensporadicandhismileageisverylowforahorseofhisage.However,yettorunabadraceandprovedthatabilityremains intact following 21 months off when third of 15 at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft). Live each-way chance off the same mark here. TFRHHHII BHA104
9 OLD BUT GOLD
(GB) (9) 2-005
B g Kayf Tara - Monita Bonita
6 10-12
Henry Brooke
Exors of the Late Mr J. D. Gordon Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br R. F. and S. D. Knipe
TIMEFORMVIEWWentclosesolestartbetweentheflagslastFebruaryandthereweresignsoverthisC&Drecently,whenfinishingfifthof10in amaiden hurdle, that he may be starting to get the hang of things Interesting to see what the market makes of him ahead of this handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA94
2024: POLISUD (FR) 8 11 4 Emma Smith-Chaston 9-2 (Micky Hammond) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 The Grafter (IRE), 4-1 Bathgate (GB), 11-2 Fostered Phil (IRE), 7-1 Travis Wheatley (IRE), 10-1 Rory The Cat (IRE), 11-1 Old But Gold (GB), 14-1 Rewired (GB), 20-1 Galahad Threepwood (GB), 25-1 Russian Virtue (GB)
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SIXTH RACE 4.30
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE VIRGIN BET EVERY SATURDAY MONEY BACK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB
Total prize fund
£8900
RACE)
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (24 wins from 150 runners, 16%) runs MONOCHROMIX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs MONOCHROMIX LONGEST TRAVELLER: HARJO trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 249 miles.
SIX ONE NINE could be worth chancing off a winning mark over a trip which may suit him nowadays Similar Story was back to form at Carlisle last time so is feared, while Court At Slip returns from an absence off a handy mark so needs keeping an eye on.
1 CAPTAIN QUINT (IRE) (30) 10-665P
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Vics Miller (IRE) Ryan Mania
Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Robert B. Hodgins
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on when regaining the winning thread at Musselburgh just over a year ago when trained by Rose Dobbin
Below that level since, again let down by jumping at Musselburgh last month. Change of headgear TFRHHHII BHA112
2 MONOCHROMIX (FR) (56) 242-552
7 12-1
Gr g Morandi (FR) - Lounamix (FR) Patrick Wadge
Mr Michael & Lady Jane Kaplan Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Az. Agr. Le Ferriere Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Better chaser than hurdler but remains a long-standing maiden, creditable second of 4 fitted with this headgear in handicap chase at Ayr (24.1f, heavy, 11/4) 56 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA111
3 COURT AT SLIP (IRE) (417) 142/413- CD
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Fame (IRE)
8 12-0
Mr William Easterby (3)
Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton
Br Leo Matheson Easthorpe Hall Stud
TIMEFORM VIEWLikeable sort who scored 3 times in 2022/23 and all the better for return when resuming winning ways over C&D last winter. Good third over a marathon trip at Catterick next time but off since (14 months). Eased 3lb and market should reveal expectations. TFRHHHHI BHA110
4 HARJO (IRE) (38) P-PPP31
B g Yeats (IRE) - Frankly Native (IRE)
8 11-11
David Bass
Thackray, Ogilvy & Arthur Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Raymond McDonnell Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue when winning 11-runner handicap chase at Doncaster (24f, good to soft) 38 days ago, all out Not an obvious type to follow up TFRHHHII BHA107
5 SIMILAR STORY (IRE) (28) 2120P3 D
B m Mahler - Bell Walks Eve (IRE)
Mrs Wilma Duffus
7 11-7
Sam Coltherd
Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
Br Robert O’Callaghan Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of an Irish point and made winning chasing debut at Kelso in October. Mixed record since, though arrives here on the back of a creditable third at Carlisle 4 weeks ago. Return to this longer trip a likely plus. TFRHHHHI BHA103
6 HEROIQUE DE
MAULDE
(FR) (37) 312/-0P6
Ch g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Ondine de Brejoux (FR)
8 11-3
Henry Brooke
Mr Steve Murrills Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br S.C.E.A. de Maulde Swansway
TFRHHIII BHA99
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Doncaster in February 2023 for James Ewart but no promise in 3 outings for current trainer this season after a long absence
7 SIX ONE NINE (IRE) (18) 31-445U C 10 11-0
B g Cloudings (IRE) - Indian Athlete (IRE)
Danny McMenamin
D&D Armstrong Ltd Chris Grant, Billingham
Br Joseph Campbell North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORMVIEWEnhanced his strike rate over fences here last season, winning 3 times. Yet to hit top form this term but is on a winning mark at least and this trip could be what he wants nowadays TFRHHHHH BHA96
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
B g Beneficial - Salsita (FR)
12 10-10
Jack Power (7)
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Patrick McElroy Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good form having won 2 of his last 3 starts, including under this rider at Catterick latest 3lb higher in better race now but still warrants respect. TFRHHHHI BHA92
2024: TWOSHOTSOFTEQUILA (IRE) 7 11 2 Brian Hughes 10-11 (Rebecca Menzies) 3 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 3, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 The Paddy Pie (IRE), 11-2 Monochromix (FR), Harjo (IRE), 6-1 Similar Story (IRE), 13-2 Court At Slip (IRE), Six One Nine (IRE), 17-2 Captain Quint (IRE), 28-1 Heroique de Maulde (FR)
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SEVENTH RACE 5.00
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M190YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE CHELTENHAM LIVE AT FLEET STREET NEWCASTLE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH JODAMI SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500
Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (24 wins from 125 runners, 19%) runs DARTMOUTH CASTLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Lacey (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs BIG WIGG
LONGEST TRAVELLER: TIPTOPTIM trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 285 miles.
TIPTOPTIM gets the nod on the back of his promising third at Plumpton in December Geordie Mackem was second over C&D last time and should go well again, while Daly Boy and Luckie Devil are interesting newcomers.
1 BIG WIGG (GB)
(-)
B or Br g Passing Glance - Rebekah Rabbit (IRE)
Mr P. J. H. Wills
5 11-5
Stan Sheppard
Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br P. J. H. Wills Plumbing World
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance gelding Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Roger Rarebit, stays 3m Dam winning pointer. Wears tongue strap. One to note in the market.
2 DALY BOY (FR) (85) 2
B g Kamsin (GER) - Destinee Chalnetta (FR)
Dr James Barry Johnson
TFRHHHII BHA-
5 11-5
Henry Brooke
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Laurent & Matthieu Nadot Swansway
TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 purchase after finishing runner-up in an Irish point in December. Interesting runner TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 DARTMOUTH CASTLE (GB) (-)
B g Dartmouth - Toboggan’s Fire
Mr D. McMahon
Br Mr T P. McMahon & Mr D McMahon
5 11-5
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam (h106) 2m hurdle winner, also 7.4f-8.6f winner on Flat. Stable enjoys plenty of bumper success. One to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 GEORDIE MACKEM (GB) (46) 32
B g Jack Hobbs - The Pirate’s Queen (IRE)
The Cat and The Mag Partnership
Br Apple Tree Stud
5 11-5
Craig Nichol
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when placed in bumpers at Wetherby and over C&D this winter Another prominent showing is likely TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 HE’S A DIAMOND (IRE) (30) 42-00
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - L’Atmosphere
Craig & Laura Buckingham
6 11-5
Brian Hughes
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br C R B Bloodstock Manor Farm Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Has failed to beat a rival in 2 starts A recent wind op needs to have transformed him. TFRHIIII BHA-
6 HE’S A RIPPER (FR) (30) 30
B g Cloudings (IRE) - Micro Mission (IRE)
6 11-5
Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton
Br North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1 and hooded, last of 9 in bumper at Wetherby on debut in February. TFRHIIII BHA-
7 LUCKIE DEVIL (IRE) (-)
Br g Pillar Coral - Uimhir A Seacht (IRE)
Tarzan Bloodstock
5 11-5
Danny McMenamin
Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br Michael Long Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEW EUR13,000 Pillar Coral gelding Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Luckie Seven. One for shortlist on debut for a yard with a strong bumper record TFRHHHHI BHA-
1-2-3: 1.TIPTOPTIM (IRE) 2.GEORDIE MACKEM 3.DALY BOY (FR)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
MILAN PARK (IRE) (686) 5/-
6 11-5
B g Milan - Helen Wood Ross Chapman
Mr Garry Kevin Thexton Chris Grant, Billingham
Br Philip Kirby
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when fifth on Kelso debut in April 2023 but hasn’t been seen since Has had wind surgery. TFRHHIII BHA-
9
MR MCLOUGHLAN
(GB) (-)
B g Forever Now - Piddies Pride (IRE)
Mr J. A. Swinbank
Br Pam Ellis
5 11-5
Sean Quinlan
Craig Lidster, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Forever Now gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners on Flat, including useful 7f-8.6f winner Pastime. Dam 5f-6f winner The betting should guide to expectations. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 SPARKY TOM (GB) (-)
5 11-5
B g Telescope (IRE) - Clovelly Ryan Mania
Miss Rhona Brewis Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Miss Rhona Brewis Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding Dam (h87) maiden hurdler (stayed 21f) Stable 1-16 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. TFRHHIII BHA-
11 TAKE HIM TOM (GB) (13) P
B g Telescope (IRE) - Camina
sandfield
Br Mrs H. I. S. Calzini
6 11-5
Tom Midgley (3)
Paul Midgley, Westow
TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, saddle slipped early after taking a keen hold on recent Market Rasen debut, pulling up before halfway. TFRHIIII BHA-
12 TIPTOPTIM (IRE) (91) 13 BF
B g Mount Nelson - Lady Perella
5 11-5
Gavin Sheehan
The Picnic Party and The Tiptop Team Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br David Keogh BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW £70,000 Irish point recruit who made shaped well when third of 8 in a bumper at Plumpton (soft) in December Open to improvement and leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-
13
ANNY MCPHEE
(GB) (617) 0-
B m Garswood - Granny McPhee
6 10-12
Bruce Lynn
Mr Alex Cook Donald Whillans, Hawick
Br Mr Allan McNamee
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in a Hexham bumper for Katie Scott in June 2023 Can only be watched on this first outing since TFRHIIII BHA-
14 L’INSURGE (FR) (-)
B g Tunis (POL) - Tiree d’Affaire (FR)
4 10-9
Jamie Hamilton
Paul Robson Racing Club. Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Mr Joel Denis & Haras De Saint Voir SCA
TIMEFORM VIEW Tunis gelding Half-brother to fair French chaser Idylle Fleurie. One of 2 newcomers from the stable and the betting should help to separate them TFRHHIII BHA2024: LAWRENNY 5 11 5 Sean Quinlan 3-1 (Jennie Candlish) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5, 8. Stewards Note:
TAKE HIM TOM: Following its run on 18/2/2025 it was reported that the jockey lost the left stirrup.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Tiptoptim (IRE), 4-1 Daly Boy (FR), 7-1 Geordie Mackem (GB), Luckie Devil (IRE), 11-1 Big Wigg (GB), 12-1 Dartmouth Castle (GB), 22-1 Mr McLoughlan (GB), 28-1 L’Insurge (FR), 33-1 Milan Park (IRE), Sparky Tom (GB), 100-1 He’s A Ripper (FR), Take Him Tom (GB), 150-1 Anny McPhee (GB), 300-1 He’s A Diamond (IRE)
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FRIDAY 18 APRIL
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.50 - THE LIVESCORE BET BEST ODDS DAILY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. LiveScore Bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 18 entries at £38.Closed February 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 2.25 - THE MICHAEL KNOX MEMORIAL EQUINE PRODUCTS NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) 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 0-95. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after February 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Equine Products will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 20 entries at £30. - Closed February 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 2.55 - THE MICHAEL KNOX MEMORIAL EQUINE PRODUCTS NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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 0-95. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after February 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Equine Products will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 20 entries at £30. - Closed February 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.25 - THE POWER YOUR PERFORMANCE WITH EQUINE PRODUCTS 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. £30 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Equine Products will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 19 entries, at £30. - Closed February 25th, 2025. 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 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Virgin Bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 19 entries at £38. - Closed February 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE VIRGIN BET EVERY SATURDAY MONEY BACK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Virgin Bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 16 entries, at £44. - Closed February 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.00 - THE CHELTENHAM LIVE AT FLEET STREET NEWCASTLE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (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 maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Fleet Street Bar will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Jodami Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 2m at Kelso on 22nd March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have finished in the first 8 places in a Go North Jodami Series Qualifier during the current season. Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)21.3 of 32 entries at £22. - Closed February 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
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