Newcastle Racecard - Thursday 15th January

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ROBERT McCARTHY (Chief Steward), JOHN CLASPER (Stewards' Panel Chair) ALAN DEMPSEY, LYNDSAY GLYNN, SARAH RUSSELL

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horse’s name & birthplace

colour graphic horse’s saddlecloth number

3

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 11.45 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522.

(Penalty Value £5446)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 149 runners, 17%) runs BIG JON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs ROARIN’ SUCCESS & WHO’S GLEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: SO PROUD trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 257 miles.

RACE SUMMARY The form of GAELIC ROVER’s hurdles debut third is working out well and he subsequently put in another good shift when collared close home by an odds-on shot over C&D at the end of November. Ruth Jefferson’s charge is taken to make it third time lucky in this sphere, with bumper scorer So Proud feared most ahead of Who’s Glen, who shaped pretty well on debut in this sphere at Musselburgh.

1-2-3: 1.GAELIC ROVER (IRE) 2.SO PROUD (IRE) 3.WHO’S GLEN (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

ART DANCER (GB) (41) 33

5

11-8

B g Dragon Dancer - Artless (USA) Mr G. F. White Br Mrs R. Dawson & Miss A. Dawson

William Maggs (5) Chris Grant, Billingham

2

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of bumpers at Sedgefield and should make a hurdler, albeit it’s likely that he’ll come into his own when faced with a stiffer test in due course.

TFRHHIII BHA-

BIG JON (IRE) (35) 60

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Point The Toes (IRE) Miss Maria D. Myco Br Thomas Fahey

11-8

Ross Chapman Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Inexpensive gelding who hasn’t shown enough in a couple of bumpers to suggest that he’ll be a force on this hurdles debut.

TFRHIIII BHA-

3

GAELIC ROVER (IRE) (47) FF-32

5

11-8

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Night of Passion (IRE) Drew & Ailsa Russell Br Mr K. D. Cotter

Brian Hughes Ruth Jefferson, Malton Tote

4

5

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise despite falling both starts in Irish points and has shaped well in both starts over hurdles, stepping forward from his debut third when runner-up over C&D last time. Form looks solid and he should make a bold bid to go one better here. TFRHHHHH BHA115

INTENZO (FR) (14) 03

B g French Fifteen (FR) - Isabilia (IRE) R J Baines Br Mr Michel Lotout

11-8

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field sole start for Mary Doyle in Ireland and he was safely held on return/ stable debut in a Catterick maiden hurdle a fortnight ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

5

MADE ALL (GB) (41) 0

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Albanderi Made Profiles Ltd Br Al Rabban Racing/Lope de Vega Syndicate

5

11-8

Tom Midgley (3) Sam England, Guiseley Made Profiles Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair three-time winner on the Flat last year and while he offered something to work on switched to hurdles TFRHIIII BHAat Sedgefield last month, it’s likely that he’ll be better off when handicapping in due course.

6

SO PROUD (IRE) (250) 1

B g Shirocco (GER) - Rosa Danica (IRE) Mrs E. J. Wills Br P. Connell

5

11-8

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWShirocco gelding who was well supported when making a winning start in bumper at Haydock in May for Don Cantillon.

Since changed hands for £100,000 and he rates an interesting prospect now tackling hurdles for his new yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-

7

SWINGFORTHEFENCE (IRE) (279) 3-

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Sovereign Lass (IRE) Miss C. Dolan Br Kevin Neville

5

11-8

Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBrother to dual bumper winner/useful 2m hurdle winner Royal Infantry, and half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Sovereign Gold. Showed ability when third on debut TFRHHIII BHAin a Sedgefield bumper last spring but he’s another who will probably be seen in a better light when upped in trip further down the line.

6

8

TAKEYOUTOTHEISLAND (IRE) (32) 54

6

B g Mount Nelson - Truly Amazing (IRE) Katie and Brian Castle Br Mr K. D. Cotter

11-8

Bruce Lynn N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good jumping family but efforts in a bumper and most recently on hurdles debut at Carlisle have lacked spark.

TFRHIIII BHA-

WHO’S GLEN (FR) (24) 3

5

Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Who’s Steph (IRE) Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw Br Mr George Strawbridge

11-8

Theo Gillard Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat winner at his best for Andrew Balding in 2025. Changed hands for just 22,000 gns but he didn’t shape at all badly when third starting out in this sphere at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft). Open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA-

10

BERWICK LAW (FR) (18) 50

5

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Malice des Epeires (FR) Mr Raymond Anderson Green Br Mr Jean-Jacques Gabillat, Mr David Girau

11-1

Craig Nichol Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, NSPCC

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded and hinted at promise when fifth of 8 in bumper at Ayr but subsequent hurdles bow at Catterick was uninspiring.

TFRHIIII BHA-

11

MIDNIGHT BELLA (GB) (20) 500

5

B m Westerner - My Dixie G R Orchard and C Clarke Br Trull House Stud Ltd

11-1

Peter Kavanagh Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a discouraging start to her hurdling career at Wetherby on Boxing Day and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere.

TFRHIIII BHA-

12

ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB) (18) 6

Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE) Hale Racing, Lyle Farming Company & Ptnr Br Paul Inglett

6

11-1

Charlie Maggs (5) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m), successful once in 2025. Sold for 10,000 gns later in October and failed to land a blow on recent hurdles debut at Catterick. Who’s Glen appears to be the stable No 1. TFRHHIII BHA2025: BRODERICK (IRE) 5 11 8 Sean Quinlan 7-2 (Jennie Candlish) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn by No. 2, 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note: INTENZO: Following its run on 1/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Gaelic Rover (IRE), 11-4 So Proud (IRE), 4-1 Who’s Glen (FR), 16-1 Swingforthefence (IRE), 28-1 Art Dancer (GB), 33-1 Roarin’ Success (GB), 40-1 Made All (GB), 50-1 Intenzo (FR), 66-1 Big Jon (IRE), 80-1 Midnight Bella (GB), 100-1 Takeyoutotheisland (IRE), 200-1 Berwick Law (FR)

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RECORD TIMES DISTANCE

RECORD HOLDER

DATE

COURSE RECORD

5f

Spin Doctor (GB) (2yo)

25Oct16

58.05s

5f

Alligator Alley (GB) (3yo+)

31Aug23

57.12s

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

7

RACE ONE

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SECOND RACE 12.15 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522.

(Penalty Value £5446)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 149 runners, 17%) runs RUPERT THE PRINCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs LYRIC LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALBA CRUS trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 284 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

MADAME LA PAPILLON hasn’t stood much racing but shaped with plenty of encouragement when runner-up on hurdles debut at Wetherby and she could be the one to beat if arriving in similar form. Improving Is This For Real is a likely danger, while Alba Crus travelled well last time and may do better back down in trip. Of the rest, course bumper winner Freddie Steady Go and one-time useful Flat performer Lyric both warrant a market check on hurdles bow.

1-2-3: 1.MADAME LA PAPILLON 2.IS THIS FOR REAL (IRE) 3.ALBA CRUS (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

ALBA CRUS (IRE) (30) 5103 D

5

11-8

Gr g Jimmy Two Times (FR) - Kolosseum (GER) Mr Scott Turner Br Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe

James Bowen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Warren Greatrex Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFair Newton Abbot bumper winner in June. Showed benefit of hurdling debut/a wind op when third of 9 in novice hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good) 30 days ago, smooth headway home turn but no extra run-in. Drop back to 2m no issue and has claims if building on latest run.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

2

BLAZING ECHO (IRE) (55) 60

B g Tirwanako (FR) - Blaze of Humour (IRE) Mr Semore Kurdi Br Denis Phelan

5

11-8

Bruce Lynn Eloise Quayle, Eachwick

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in a pair of bumpers and plenty to find now sent hurdling.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3

FREDDIE STEADY GO (GB) (96) 1-33 CD

B g Frontiersman - Bahrikate Castle View, A Bell, S.Oliver & M.Severs Br L P Richards & Susan Corbett

5

11-8

Conor Rabbitt (3) Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORMVIEWJustified support to win a bumper with a turn of foot here on debut and has cemented a positive start with two subsequent thirds (only just behind improving Get On George at Hexham latterly). Isn’t bred to be much but has shown enough to be of interest on hurdles debut in first-time tongue tie. TFRHHHHI BHA-

4

IS THIS FOR REAL (IRE) (35) 1/51-44

B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Kiera’s Princess Tony Bloom Br Alastair Pim

6

11-8

Liam Harrison Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 point winner who landed bumper at Kelso in March. Has shaped with promise both runs over hurdles, bad mistake last when fourth of 14 in novice at Taunton (16.5f, good) 35 days ago. Open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA113

5

KARMA DE COTTE (FR) (24) P/6PU-24

B g Robin du Nord (FR) - Ancolie de Cotte (FR) Mr P. G. Stephen Br Georges Richardot

6

11-8

Jamie Hamilton Jackie Stephen, Melrose Carden Livestock Co

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the last of 5 starts in points and only briefly threatened to get involved on Rules debut when fourth in a 7-runner bumper at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Related to French hurdle/chase winners and market can guide on hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

6

LYRIC (IRE) (257)

5

B g Too Darn Hot - Gala Mrs Fitri Hay Br Denford Stud Ltd

11-8

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham JMH Group

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful on Flat for John & Thady Gosden (stays 11f) but offered little on debut for current yard over 1 1/4m at Goodwood in May. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Pretending (2 1/2m winner) and interesting if supported now sent hurdling after 8 months off.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

7

NOBLE GEORGE (IRE) (70) 225-3

Ch g Order of St George (IRE) - Miss Cilla (IRE) Harbour Rose Partnership Br E. O’Gorman

6

11-8

Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up first 2 starts in bumpers (soft) but unsuited by test of speed on previous two runs, latterly when 5 lengths third in a 5-runner maiden at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) on hurdles bow. Likely to do better as his stamina is drawn out. TFRHHHII BHA-

8

8

SIEGE OF ACRES (FR) (18) 44-064

B g Nirvana Du Berlais (FR) - Tout A Faire (FR) Mr T. G. Leslie Br Hoguenet, C. Guy, Nbb Racing, C. German

5

11-8

Theo Gillard Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame both starts in Irish points but low-key start to Rules career. Hooded first time but is likely being campaigned with handicaps in mind.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9

WALK ON SON (IRE) (62) 000-034

6

11-8

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Walkyrie (FR) Derek Fox Mr John R. Adam Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Br Peter Kavanagh Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort when third in a novice at Carlisle (17.2f) and left with too much to do when 15 1/2 length fourth in a 9-runner novice at this track at this track (20.3f) last time. Remains capable of better and market can guide dropping back down in distance. TFRHHHII BHA107 (-2)

MADAME LA PAPILLON (GB) (40) 1/50-2

B m Frontiersman - La Fritillaire Overbury Stallions Ltd Br Mrs P. M. Ignarski

6

11-1

Alice Stevens (3) Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove Equestrian Direct LTD, Equine Water Treadmill

TIMEFORMVIEWComfortable winner on bumper debut for Laura Morgan in spring 2024 but has stood little racing since. Off 9 months prior to promising hurdle/stable debut, TFRHHHHH BHAsecond in 14-runner novice hurdle at Wetherby (2m), no match for fairly useful winner. Leading contender if arriving in similar form.

11

NEVERSHEDATEAR (IRE) (47) 1-5

B m Getaway (GER) - Lisdaleen (IRE) Dr James Barry Johnson Br Stephen Campion

5

11-1

Craig Nichol Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Dodson & Horrell Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2-finisher race on sole start in Irish points (Mar 2025) and hinted at ability when well held fifth on hurdles debut at Doncaster (19.4f) in November. Probably a handicap project, unless betting suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-

12

RUPERT THE PRINCE (IRE) (98)

B g Golden Horn - Dragon Beat (IRE) Riverdee Stable & Partners Br Craig & Laura Buckingham

4

10-9

Ross Chapman Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair stayer on Flat, successful 3 times in 2025, including on latest outing at Bath. Sold from Paddy Butler 36,000 gns later in October and market can guide in a change of headgear on hurdle/stable debut. TFRHHIII BHA2025: (See Div 1) Hood worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Is This For Real (IRE), Madame La Papillon (GB), 11-2 Lyric (IRE), 6-1 Freddie Steady Go (GB), 15-2 Alba Crus (IRE), 14-1 Walk On Son (IRE), 16-1 Noble George (IRE), 50-1 Siege of Acres (FR), Rupert The Prince (IRE), 66-1 Karma de Cotte (FR), Nevershedatear (IRE), 300-1 Blazing Echo (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 12.50 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH FORGIVE ‘N FORGET SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 149 runners, 17%) runs JOECOOKER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs JOECOOKER LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUS DE CITRON trained by H Derham, Newbury, 285 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A few of these bring potential, not least FAT HARRY who seemed all set to go 3-3 this term until losing valuable momentum on landing two out at Haydock last time. He can quickly resume winning ways off a still lenient-looking mark at the chief expense of the improving duo Powerofjet (second choice) and Moon Phases. Joecooker and Glen Road also need factoring into this intriguing contest.

1-2-3: 1.FAT HARRY 2.POWEROFJET (IRE) 3.MOON PHASES (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

GLEN ROAD (IRE) (20) 61-3114 BF

7

12-0

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE) Mrs S. Smith Br Jill Kinsella

Peter Kavanagh Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 4 wins in his last 7 starts in 23f handicap hurdle at Kelso in December. Posted a solid fourth of 7 at Wetherby (21.2f, soft) 20 days ago so needs considering starting out over fences. TFRHHHII BHA119

2

JOECOOKER (FR) (20) 63-0432 D BF

B g Masked Marvel - Beauty of Night (FR) Mrs A. Dawson Br Ms Caroline Marquet

7 11-12

Jamie Hamilton Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winning hurdler who has made a positive start in this sphere, tongue tied when second of 9 TFRHHHII BHA117 in handicap chase at Wetherby (19.4f, soft) 20 days ago. Can go well again nudged up 1lb.

3

JUS DE CITRON (FR) (20) 44/13-0

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Rapide (FR) Mr Edward J. Ware Br Michel Parreau-Delhote

7 11-10

Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG

TIMEFORMVIEWMade perfect start under Rules when winning 19.5f novice hurdle at Doncaster in 2024. Only twice raced since and looked rusty after 11 months off/wind op when seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (21f, good) 20 days ago. More is needed now going chasing. TFRHHIII BHA115

4

QUANTOCK HILLS (FR) (50) 1505-35 BF

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Merka (FR) Jim and Claire Limited Br S.C.E.A Haras de St Maur

5

11-7

James Bowen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Warren Greatrex Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful winner in France and good start for this yard when winning juvenile hurdles at Fontwell and Cheltenham (dead-heated on latter occasion) last winter. Failed to meet expectations in both starts in this sphere, however, and is tried over a longer trip now.

TFRHHIII BHA118

5

MOON PHASES (IRE) (58) 40/2-42 BF

7

11-5

Ch g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - El Eighty Twelve (IRE) Derek Fox Mr Gerry McGladery & Mr Fraser McClung Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Br Neil R. Tector Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise on both starts over hurdles at Ayr, making the frame each time. Further improvement when just denied in 17f handicap at Kelso on chase bow 58 days ago and should have more to offer in this sphere stepping up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA110

6

FAT HARRY (GB) (43) 323-112 CD BF

B g Multiplex - Linen Line Mrs S. Smith Br R. F. Broad

9

11-2

Theo Gillard Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken really well to chasing this season, winning at Sedgefield/Newcastle in November. Would have completed hat-trick at Haydock last month but for crumpling on landing 2 out and weighted to make amends.

TFRHHHHH BHA107

7

DUNNET HEAD (IRE) (38) 5030-0P

8 10-11

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Champagne Ruby (IRE) Patrick Wadge Mr Raymond Anderson Green Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Br Mr & Mrs Stephen O’Flynn & John M. Flynn Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, NSPCC

TIMEFORMVIEWBumper/hurdles winner who posted a good third in handicap hurdle at Ayr (16.5f) in January. However, modest in all 3 runs since, back chasing when pulled up in handicap at Musselburgh (20.3f, good to soft) 38 days ago. Needs a subsequent wind op to spark improvement. TFRHHIII BHA102

12

8

POWEROFJET (IRE) (62) 3014-31 C

B g Jet Away - Our Dot (IRE) Murphy’s Law Partnership Br Ms S. Rothwell

7

10-7

Callum Bewley Martin Todhunter, Penrith Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdles winner last spring who had clearly learnt from his chase debut experience when getting off the mark in 6-runner handicap at Newcastle (2m) in November. Impressed with how he went through that race and not taken lightly despite a 7lb rise. TFRHHHHI BHA98 2025: RATTLING ROAD (IRE) 8 11 5 Derek Fox 6-4 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note: DUNNET HEAD: Following its run on 8/12/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Fat Harry (GB), 9-2 Moon Phases (IRE), 5-1 Powerofjet (IRE), 6-1 Joecooker (FR), 9-1 Glen Road (IRE), 12-1 Quantock Hills (FR), 22-1 Jus de Citron (FR), 25-1 Dunnet Head (IRE)

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RACE THREE

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FOURTH RACE 1.25 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH NIGHT NURSE HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522.

(Penalty Value £5446) 5 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 149 runners, 17%) runs AU PLAISIR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs BATHARA LONGEST TRAVELLER: BATHARA trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 257 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

DALY BOY made a promising start over hurdles when second at Sedgefield on his return and that form looks the best on offer. Lewisham Grove continues to get better and rates the main threat ahead of Shinealight. who offered something to work on at Wetherby on Boxing Day. 1-2-3: 1.DALY BOY (FR) 2.LEWISHAM GROVE (IRE) 3.SHINEALIGHT (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

1

AU PLAISIR (FR) (19) 030

5 11-10

Gr g Almanzor (FR) - Triptyka (IRE) Walters Calling Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Montaigu

st lb

Ross Chapman Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit more than on debut when third of 16 in bumper at Navan but well held starting out for this yard at Wetherby. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip.

TFRHHIII BHA-

2

BATHARA (FR) (75) 4-12

5 11-10

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Zamhara Mrs E. J. Wills Br Erick Bec de la Motte

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on April’s debut fourth when seeing off 6 rivals at Warwick 6 months later. Unable to defy a penalty at Ascot since but has plenty about him physically and will make a hurdler. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3

CHEMOULIN (FR) (42) 5

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Castilly (FR) Mrs S. Longsdon Br Mr Loic Malivet and Mme Martine Malivet

6 11-10

David Bass Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Merriebelle Stable LLC

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1 and tongue tied, soon brushed aside when last of 5 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) on NH debut 42 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

4

COLONEL JACK (GB) (40) P

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Zefooha (FR) Mrs G. B. Walford Br Mrs G. B. Walford

5 11-10

Tom Midgley (3) Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding. Brother to a winner, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Orkan and fair hurdler Half Bolly.

100/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Wetherby (16f, soft) on NH debut 40 days ago, losing touch from 4 out. Up in trip. TFRHIIII BHA-

5

CRACKERSNAP (GB) (326) P-

Br g Telescope (IRE) - Corinda Miss Rhona Brewis Br Miss Rhona Brewis

6 11-10

Ryan Mania Paul Robson, Alnwick PRCT Bloodstocks Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding. Dam lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles. Pulled up in point (Feb 2025).

TFRHIIII BHA-

6

DALY BOY (FR) (20) 23-2

6 11-10

B g Kamsin (GER) - Destinee Chalnetta (FR) Craig Nichol Dr James Barry Johnson Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Br Laurent & Matthieu Nadot Dodson & Horrell Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 purchase after finishing runner-up in an Irish point and showed promise when third in an Ayr bumper in March. Decent start in this sphere when second at Sedgefield on return and he sets the standard. TFRHHHHH BHA-

7

EAGLE’S CAIRN (IRE) (46) 03-6

Br g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Stein Castle (IRE) Miss Jean Matterson Br The Beeches Stud Ltd

6 11-10

Bruce Lynn N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort in bumpers when third on soft ground here in February, but that form doesn’t TFRHHIII BHAamount to much and was soon outpaced switched to hurdles at Carlisle on return.

14

8

LEWISHAM GROVE (IRE) (62) F55622

5 11-10

B g Jet Away - Brokedown Quigley (IRE) Sean Quinlan Split The G Partnership Jennie Candlish, Leek Br Mr M. O’Shea Evolve Business Finance Limited, Equine Products UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Going the right way over hurdles, runner-up at Newcastle last time. Should make his presence felt once again.

TFRHHHHI BHA112

9

LOULOU MADRIK (FR) (20) F0-4504

B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Sunday Madrik (FR) URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Br Emmanuel-Julien Leclerc

5 11-10

Charlotte Jones Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who looks a longer-term project under Rules.

TFRHIIII BHA-

10

MR RAMOON (IRE) (312) F64-

B g Sea Moon - Lady Ramona (IRE) Samantha Toomes Br F. & B. Hatton

6 11-10

Conor Rabbitt (3) Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW €3,800 3-y-o, Sea Moon gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Holryale and fair chaser Ryalex, stayed 3m. Dam (c102) 19f chase winner. Made frame on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Mar 2025). TFRHIIII BHA-

11

PORT STATION (IRE) (46) 2-432

Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Marble Desire (IRE) Mr Darrell Torrens Br Robert B. Hodgins

6 11-10

Brian Hughes Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise when reaching the frame in 2 bumpers and again when third in C&D novice on hurdle debut in November.

No match for a useful prospect but stepped up himself when second at Carlisle and that puts him in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA110

12

TIMEFORTOM (IRE) (38) 451-22 BF

6 11-10

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Bell Walks Day (IRE) Derek Fox Burnside Racing Ltd Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Br Robert O’Callaghan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

13

WORKHARDPLAYHARD (IRE) (763) 1/24/-

7 11-10

B g Workforce - Glen Beg (IRE) Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner Br Ian Williams

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Won point bumper and fair form when in frame both starts over hurdles in 2023/24 but absent since.

TFRHHIII BHA103

14

YORKSHIRE MAN SAM (GB) (17) 33//-5

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Annie’s Gift (IRE) The Magic Circle Br Mr & Mrs P Nelson

8 11-10

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when placed in 2 bumpers but well-held fifth of 7 in novice hurdle at Kelso (22.7f, soft, 33/1) on hurdles bow 17 days ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

15

SHINEALIGHT (IRE) (20) 5105

5

11-3

Bl m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Catherine’s Meadow (IRE) Mr A. Barker Br Noel James

Charlie Maggs (5) John Dawson, Saltburn

16

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (finished alone, May 2025) but last of 12 pitched into a listed bumper last month. Offered something to work on when fifth of 14 in novice at Wetherby (19.7f, soft) on hurdles bow 20 days ago, finishing with running left. Likely to improve. TFRHHHHI BHA-

TANTIVY VAVOOM (IRE) (63) 1-P0

B m Order of St George (IRE) - Sally Sparrow (IRE) Stargazer Racing Br Knocktartan House Stud

11-3

Theo Gillard Ruth Jefferson, Malton Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on first of 2 starts in Irish points, pulled up last time (May 2025).

50/1, seventh of 9 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft) on NH debut 63 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA2025: THE GRAY GHOST (IRE) 6 11 10 Liam Harrison 28-1 (Robbie Llewellyn) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3.

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Daly Boy (FR), 9-2 Lewisham Grove (IRE), 13-2 Shinealight (IRE), 7-1 Bathara (FR), Port Station (IRE), 15-2 Timefortom (IRE), 25-1 Workhardplayhard (IRE), 28-1 Chemoulin (FR), 40-1 Eagle’s Cairn (IRE), 50-1 Au Plaisir (FR), 80-1 Crackersnap (GB), Mr Ramoon (IRE), 150-1 Loulou Madrik (FR), Yorkshire Man Sam (GB), Tantivy Vavoom (IRE), 300-1 Colonel Jack (GB)

15

RACE FOUR

TIMEFORM VIEW £75,000 5-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Got off the mark in Irish points in April and fair form when second in 2 starts over hurdles. dictating both times. Not taken lightly. TFRHHHII BHA114

FIFTH RACE 2.00 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH RED RUM SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Richards (12 wins from 95 runners, 13%) runs JAMESIECONN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runs SHADOWS IN THE SKY LONGEST TRAVELLER: MIGHTY FLEUR trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 434 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

CHEMICAL WARFARE has fallen below his last successful mark and it’s worth remembering he’s done a lot of his winning in the North. He could be worth chancing on the back of his November Lingfield return. Walking On A Dream and Jamesieconn are a couple of the other likely sorts.

1-2-3: 1.CHEMICAL WARFARE (IRE) 2.WALKING ON A DREAM (IRE) 3.JAMESIECONN (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

Sponsor

no

horse

age

1

DONNA’S DOUBLE (GB) (768) 1655/3P/- C

10 12-2

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Elegant Accord (IRE) D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Br C. G. Johnson

PLAY SMARTER

st lb

Ryan Mania Adam Nicol, Seahouses

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Ayr (20.5f) in January 2023 and a couple of good efforts after. Not seen for over 2 years, though. New yard.

TFRHHHII BHA112

2

WALKING ON A DREAM (IRE) (36) 221P-32

7

12-2

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Connaught Hall (IRE) Jack Power (5) Fishwick & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Br Mrs Assumpta O’Brien Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when second at Hexham (20f) last month, pulling well clear with one at the top of his game. Upped further in trip and big run likely if he stays.

TFRHHHHI BHA112

3

GREAT NOTIONS (FR) (17) 2-13235

7

12-2

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Madoudal (FR) Mr R. Tate Br Mr Hugues Rousseau

Jack Andrews (3) Fiona Needham, Thirsk

4

9

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner and took a maiden hunter at Hexham (3m) in May. Failed to stay 26f at Kelso over Christmas and drop back in trip will suit.

TFRHHHII BHA112

CHEMICAL WARFARE (IRE) (58) 01-66P0 CD

12-2

B g Fame And Glory - Blazing Sky (IRE) SendEmOn Ltd Br Frank McGuinness

Conor O’Farrell David Pipe, Wellington Airdale Chemicals Ltd

5

7

TIMEFORM VIEW A multiple winner for his current yard in 2024/25 (mostly in the North), including over C&D. Should have come on for November Lingfield return and worth a look back here.

TFRHHHHH BHA112

SUNSET HILL (IRE) (20) 20-4355

Gr m Kingston Hill - Sunset Times (IRE) Ian Turnbull,AndyBell,MikeSevers,Corbett Br Miss Mary R. Barry

12-1

Conor Rabbitt (3) Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent hurdler but hasn’t gone on from her reappearance in this sphere, bigger fences looking TFRHHIII BHA111 an effort for her at Aintree on Boxing Day for all nearly half of them were omitted.

6

SHADOWS IN THE SKY (IRE) (25) 333P23

Br g Arcadio (GER) - Ballinacraig (IRE) BDRSyndicates Br John & Jamie O’Brien

10 11-12

Alex Chadwick (3) James Owen, Newmarket

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement since joining James Owen, winning twice and placed several times. Stamina seemingly stretched over 29f at Sedgefield last time and merits respect back down in trip here.

TFRHHHII BHA108

7

MIGHTY FLEUR (GB) (27) 23-2225 BF

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Big Time Billy (IRE) Big Time Billy Racing Br John Bryan

6 11-10

James Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Big Time Billy Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on 5 of her 8 starts, including in an 8-runner novice hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, soft, 5/1) in November. Rare off day at Uttoxeter last time and now switches to fences for handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA106

16

8

COURT AT SLIP (IRE) (17) P54-523 CD

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

9

11-4

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned in form, shaping better than the distance beaten suggests at Kelso (26f) latest. Back at the scene of his last victory.

TFRHHHII BHA100

9

SHADOW CHASER (IRE) (13) 6PP-200

B g Mahler - Myshall Annie (IRE) Mr J. Fyffe Br Mr Liam Kavanagh

7

11-2

Brian Hughes Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Border Embroidery

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best over hurdles. Return to this sort of trip will suit on chase debut and not dismissed in first-time blinkers.

TFRHHHII BHA98

10

SWALLOWS SONG (GB) (24) 404-044

B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp Mr Raymond Anderson Green Br R. J. McAlpine

8 10-10

Sean Quinlan Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, NSPCC

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut bumper winner in 2022, but remains winless following 14 attempts over hurdles/fences, TFRHHHII BHA92 jumping left in first-time cheekpieces at Musselburgh last time. Blinkers tried now.

11

JAMESIECONN (IRE) (41) 51403-2 BF

7

10-6

B g Shirocco (GER) - Grandy Serenade (IRE) Callum Bewley D&D Armstrong Ltd Nicky Richards, Greystoke Br George Lane Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), North Sea Logistics

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who left hurdles form behind when making a successful chase debut at Doncaster (26f) in February. Yet to build on that but well backed for new yard and returned with a decent second at Sedgefield on return. One to consider. TFRHHHII BHA88

12

UPTOWN HARRY (IRE) (38) 6P-5462 D

B or Br g Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) Fresh Start Partnership Br Ms M. Russell

12 10-2

Charlie Maggs (5) Jane Walton, Otterburn Dunns Houses

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the force of old but fared better than of late from a mark that’s fallen a long way when second at Musselburgh over this trip 5 weeks ago, putting in good late work. Must back that up now. TFRHHHII BHA80 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn first time by No. 9, 10. Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 12.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.

Stewards Note: DONNA’S DOUBLE: Following its run on 9/12/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

MIGHTY FLEUR: Following its run on 19/12/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

RACE FIVE

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Jamesieconn (IRE), 11-2 Walking On A Dream (IRE), 8-1 Chemical Warfare (IRE), 17-2 Shadows In The Sky (IRE), 12-1 Swallows Song (GB), 14-1 Great Notions (FR), Mighty Fleur (GB), Uptown Harry (IRE), 16-1 Court At Slip (IRE), 25-1 Sunset Hill (IRE), Shadow Chaser (IRE), 28-1 Donna’s Double (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 2.35 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET SERIES QUALIFIER) 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 (20-25): Mrs S J Smith (16 wins from 102 runners, 16%) runs SCAIRP DUBH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Bourke (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs CHER TARA WEIGHTWATCHER: LUMINARIES won off a handicap mark of 94, his rating is now down 6lb to 88.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SUGAR ROAD trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 257 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

SUGAR ROAD was capable of fairly-useful form on the level and appeals as the type to do better now sent handicapping in this sphere. He gets the nod in an open-looking contest.

Drop Kick, Cher Monsieur and Junkyard Dog make up the shortlist.

1-2-3: 1.SUGAR ROAD 2.DROP KICK (IRE) 3.CHER MONSIEUR (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

MERRY SHUIL (IRE) (61) 0/34-0

8

12-0

Ch m Mahler - Whats Anothershuil (IRE) A. C. O’Keeffe Br Mr Brett Merry

Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted encouraging hurdles/stable debut at Carlisle in February and far from disgraced, back from 7 months off, when ninth of 12 in novice (66/1) at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) 61 days ago. Warrants respect on handicap debut.

TFRHHHII BHA100

2

AQUITAINE BOY (FR) (35) 234-P5U CD

11 11-11

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dolce Vita Yug Mrs J. M. Dodd Br Dr V. Michel Crochelet

Brian Hughes Ruth Jefferson, Malton Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this contest (off 2lb lower) 12 months ago and posted several creditable efforts in defeat since. Unseated early on here latest and is likely to make presence felt again. TFRHHHII BHA97

3

SUGAR ROAD (GB) (20) 4P5

5

Ch g Masar (IRE) - Muscovado (USA) Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Br Selwood Bloodstock

11-8

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly-useful maiden on the Flat for Andrew Balding. No impact in a trio of starts over timber but fared best of those held up when fifth in novice at Market Rasen (16.6f, good, 80/1) 20 days ago and likely has more to offer on handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHHHH BHA94

4

CHER TARA (IRE) (24) P63050 D

7

B m Kayf Tara - Rock Chick Supremo (IRE) Macleod, Pollard & Carter Brae Racing Br Mr Nick Skelton & Ms Judy Craymer

11-8

Callum Bewley Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than distance beaten, on first run since leaving Gordon Elliott, when respectable seventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 24 days ago. 1lb lower now and not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA94

5

DROP KICK (IRE) (32) 6-00123 D BF

5

B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Natasha Rostova Mr. Bill Lowe Br J. McManus

11-7

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his 3 qualifying runs behind when making a successful handicap debut at Carlisle (19.3f) in November and made the frame in both starts over same C&D since. Likely contender. TFRHHHHI BHA93

6

LADY PHOEBE (IRE) (48) P-06

Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE) Ian Nicol Racing Br John Costello & Irish National Stud

5

11-7

Ryan Mania Adam Nicol, Seahouses Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 13f Flat winner who showed her first form in this sphere when sixth of 14 in novice hurdle at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft) 48 days ago. May do better now sent handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA93

7

SCAIRP DUBH (GB) (18) 1-20656

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Sinamay (USA) Stack Partnership Br Wood Farm Stud

6

11-6

Peter Kavanagh Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won point bumper in March and second in Wetherby bumper (sole start for Tjade Collier) in May. Yet to threaten in 4 starts over hurdles for this yard, however, including on handicap debut at Catterick last month. TFRHHIII BHA92

18

8

LUMINARIES (IRE) (24) 6P33P0 CD

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE) Ewan Whillans Racing Club Br Liam Gilsenan

9

11-2

Patrick Wadge Ewan Whillans, Hawick Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the spin over this C&D last spring but been more miss than hit since, including returned to hurdling at Musselburgh latest.

TFRHHIII BHA88

9

DE DELI COUNTER (GB) (69) 446P

5

B g Dartmouth - Dedrunknmunky (IRE) URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Br Karina Casini

11-1

Charlotte Jones Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Titan Resource Management

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 5 finishers in Irish point in May and little to get excited about in 3 starts over hurdles so far. Goes handicapping with plenty to prove, TFRHIIII BHA87

10

CAP RICOCHET (GB) (76) 5U62-40

5

11-0

B g Capri (IRE) - Rubber Bullet Mr R. Burridge Br Mr Richard and Lady Henrietta Burridge

Charlie Maggs (5) John Dawson, Saltburn

11

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Bettered previous efforts when chasing home long odds-on winner on final run for Paul Collins in April. but no real impact in a couple of starts for new yard this term. Tongue strap on for first time. TFRHHIII BHA86

LEADER WING (IRE) (24) 3-44625 BF

B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Reconsider Baby (IRE) Mr John Coates Mr Richard Smith Br J. Mangan

11-0

Theo Gillard Gillian Boanas, Saltburn Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first win over hurdles but has dropped to a handy mark and arrives on back of respectable fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle (7/2) at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA86

12

LONG TIME LISTENER (IRE) (48) 3F03-00

6 10-12

B g Telescope (IRE) - Theatre Act Mr C Thwaites & Partner Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd

Tom Midgley (3) Tim Easterby, Malton Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Point bumper winner in February 2024 but hasn’t pulled up any trees under Rules so far and it’s probably best to look elsewhere.

TFRHIIII BHA84

13

RELIANCE KID (FR) (46) 0/P/20-00

7 10-11

Ch g Reliable Man - Democratie (FR) Clouds of Orton Br Elevage Des Loges & Didier Delavigne

William Maggs (5) Andrew Wilson, Orton

14

6 10-10

TIMEFORMVIEWWell held in a bumper only start for Gordon Elliott, though did go on to finish runner-up on second of 2 outings in Irish points. However, has made little impact in a trio of novice hurdles for current yard, so needs to find improvement on switch to handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA83

STEEL SOLDIER (IRE) (19) F006-00

Gr g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Gaye Annie (IRE) Fellowship Of The Rose Partnership 2 Br Mrs Stephanie Metcalfe

Conor Rabbitt (3) John Norton, Barnsley

15

4

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in Irish points and same story under Rules thus far. Can start handicapping from basement mark at least.

TFRHIIII BHA82

10-9

Craig Nichol Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair Flat winner for Joseph O’Brien who posted his best effort for new yard when fifth of 8 in juvenile hurdle at Musselburgh TFRHHHII BHA96 (15.6f, good to soft, 11/1) 48 days ago. Worth monitoring in market on handicap hurdle debut.

16

CHER MONSIEUR (FR) (44) 000-354

Ch g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Ma Chere Amie (FR) Mrs Samantha Dunn Br S.C.E.A. de Maulepaire

6

10-7

Conor O’Farrell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who ran creditably, back from 6-month absence, when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) 34 days ago. 1lb lower now and could be a player.

TFRHHHHI BHA79

17

LADDIE COOPER MIA (IRE) (45) 6500-46 BF

B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Thelunarschooner (IRE) Molly and Paul Willis Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd

6

10-5

Joshua Thompson (7) Adam Nicol, Seahouses

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on reappearance fourth for her new yard when only sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (19.5f, heavy) 45 days ago. However, not written off yet in her bid for a maiden success.

TFRHHHII BHA77 2025: AQUITAINE BOY (FR) 10 11 9 Jamie Hamilton 10-1 (Ruth Jefferson) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 17 Visor worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10, 15. Hood worn by No. 1.

Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 17.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Drop Kick (IRE), 8-1 Leader Wing (IRE), 9-1 Laddie Cooper Mia (IRE), 10-1 Sugar Road (GB), Cher Monsieur (FR), 12-1 Junkyard Dog (IRE), 14-1 Cher Tara (IRE), 16-1 Aquitaine Boy (FR), 20-1 Merry Shuil (IRE), Scairp Dubh (GB), 22-1 Cap Ricochet (GB), 25-1 Lady Phoebe (IRE), 28-1 Luminaries (IRE), 50-1 De Deli Counter (GB), Long Time Listener (IRE), Reliance Kid (FR), Steel Soldier (IRE)

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RACE SIX

JUNKYARD DOG (IRE) (48) 345

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Gold Bracelet (IRE) A Sinclair, David Carroll & G Gibson Br Whisperview Trading Ltd

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SEVENTH RACE 3.10 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE GET RACEDAY READY 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 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 149 runners, 17%) runs ALWAYS A REASON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs ALWAYS A REASON WEIGHTWATCHER: GANDHI MAKER won off a handicap mark of 106, his rating is now down 10lb to 96.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: EMOTIONAL ROLLER trained by Mrs S J Smith, Bingley, 92 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A few with chances but TOMMY COMBATS rates just the pick of the weights and is taken to gain a deserved victory after a run of good second placings. Tool Cool Forshrule can also go well from an easing mark, while fencing newcomer Always A Reason and last year’s victor The Jad Factor seem sure to be on the premises too in this competitive handicap. Emotional Roller completes the shortlist.

1-2-3: 1.TOMMY COMBATS (IRE) 2.TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE) 3.ALWAYS A REASON (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

1

TOMMY COMBATS (IRE) (75) 41242-2

7

12-0

Gr or B g Kingston Hill - Bestow (IRE) Mrs L Reid & Mr J. Hazeldean Br Mrs Elizabeth Moore

Callum Bewley Martin Todhunter, Penrith Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWMade steady progress without success over hurdles and further improvement sent chasing last term, winning at Hexham over a year ago. Good runner-up efforts on 3 of his 4 starts since, including on return at Ayr (2m4f) in November. Player. TFRHHHHH BHA99

2

TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE) (24) 42U165 D BF

B g Watar (IRE) - Shrule Girl (IRE) Jackie Stephen Racing Club Br Mr James Cosgrave

7 11-12

Joshua Thompson (7) Jackie Stephen, Melrose Carden Livestock Co

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Ayr in November and not disgraced both runs since, fifth of 8 in handicap TFRHHHHI BHA97 chase at Musselburgh (23.6f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Enters calculations once more.

3

THE JAD FACTOR (IRE) (40) 41PP1-1 CD

B g Arcadio (GER) - Sumability (IRE) John Dickson Br Kenneth Parkhill

10 11-11

Patrick Wadge Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sandy Thomson

TIMEFORMVIEWGoes about things in laboured fashion these days but took this 12 months ago and ended the season with a win at Kelso.

Found plenty to lead close home at Wetherby on return and well in the mix in a change of headgear.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

4

ALWAYS A REASON (IRE) (32) 465-512 D

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Gaye Annie (IRE) Miss Maria D Myco & John Johnson Br Mrs Stephanie Metcalfe

7 11-11

Ross Chapman Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to land a 20.5f Southwell handicap in December and backed it up with a good second of 8 at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) 32 days ago. Cheekpieces go on for his chase debut. nd his low-mileage profile suggests there may be more to come. TFRHHHHI BHA96

5

GANDHI MAKER (FR) (32) PUU0P-0 C

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Thellya d’Arc (FR) Mr Robert Moncur Br Mme M. J. Augereau & Mr R. Terriere

10 11-11

Sean Quinlan Noel Wilson, Leyburn

TIMEFORMVIEWOut of sorts last spring for Rebecca Menzies and little promise shown at Carlisle on sole for David Thompson and for another new stable on his return. A course winner but he’s hard to warm to back chasing. TFRHHIII BHA96

6

STYLISH RECRUIT (IRE) (48) 40-3P5P BF

B g Ask - Stylish Ways (IRE) Mrs Fiona Telfer Br J. F. Mernagh

8

11-9

Brian Hughes Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner over hurdles but he comes here well below par over fences, pulled up in 2m4f Musselburgh handicap in November. Others appeal more despite a tumbling mark. TFRHHIII BHA94

7

EMPTY NEST (IRE) (55) 2316-05 CD

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

8

11-9

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Gamely bagged a second chase victory over C&D in March. Below par since, however, TFRHHIII BHA94 including both starts this November at Ayr and Carlisle. Not easy to warm to.

22

8

EMOTIONAL ROLLER (IRE) (15) 325-235

B g Valirann (FR) - Carleys Flight (IRE) Mrs S. Smith Br Brendan Caulfield

8

11-2

Peter Kavanagh Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who was in good form until a below-par fifth of 13 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter TFRHHHII BHA87 (24f, soft) 15 days ago. The sort to bounce back in a change of headgear though.

9

KING HORSE (FR) (20) 6-46060

Gr g Tunis (POL) - Urielle Collonges (FR) The Chatton Partnership Br E.A.R.L. Patrick Jobert et al

6

11-2

Ryan Mania Paul Robson, Alnwick PRCT Bloodstocks Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who came in only 10th of 11 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (16f, soft) 20 days ago. Cheekpieces go on for his chasing bow with lots more needed.

TFRHHIII BHA87

10

GOODOLDBILL (GB) (35) PP00-P0 C

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Golden Sunbird (IRE) Mrs J. M. Walton Br R. T. Crellin

10 10-2

Charlie Maggs (5) Jane Walton, Otterburn Dunns Houses

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s been all downhill since his narrow breakthrough success in a 23f handicap chase here in November 2023. Best to look elsewhere from 4lb out of the handicap.

TFRHHIII BHA69 2025: THE JAD FACTOR (IRE) 9 11 0 Ryan Mania 4-1 (Sandy Thomson) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Visor worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4, 9.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 10.

Stewards Note: TOO COOL FORSHRULE: Following its run on 22/12/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

STYLISH RECRUIT: Following its run on 28/11/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Tommy Combats (IRE), 4-1 The Jad Factor (IRE), 6-1 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE), 7-1 Always A Reason (IRE), 8-1 Stylish Recruit (IRE), 17-2 Emotional Roller (IRE), 12-1 Empty Nest (IRE), 50-1 Gandhi Maker (FR), 66-1 King Horse (FR), 100-1 Goodoldbill (GB)

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

RACE SEVEN

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £878,173 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026.

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EIGHTH RACE 3.45 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M190YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE DOWNLOAD THE RACEDAY READY APP OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CAT 2 ELIMINATION) (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 (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 149 runners, 17%) runs CREDIT UNION & LAST MAN STANDING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs CASPADA LONGEST TRAVELLER: COWBOY CASANOVA trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 434 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

There was definite promise to glean from DIAMOND WHITE’s debut third in a Catterick bumper 4 weeks back, not least given she displayed clear signs of inexperience on that occasion and, appealing as a likely improver, she may be up to taking full advantage of the weight she receives from most of her rivals and making it second time lucky. Penalised pair Ronnie Russet and Kilaro are other likely protagonists, whilst Cowboy Casanova and Valtteri Its James are Rules newcomers to note.

1-2-3: 1.DIAMOND WHITE (IRE) 2.RONNIE RUSSET 3.KILARO (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

no

horse

age

1

KILARO (FR) (24) 3P/-11

6 11-12

B g Coastal Path - Simiska (FR) Mr JWE Bevin Br Mrs Karine Perreau

st lb

Mr Paddy Barlow (7) Tim Easterby, Malton Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWCoastal Path gelding who got off the mark at third attempt in points and he put his experience to good use to follow up in 7-runner bumper at Musselburgh (15.5f) 24 days ago, asserting gradually. Certainly respected under a penalty. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2

RONNIE RUSSET (GB) (35) 51 CD

B g Passing Glance - Rosemary Russet Mr H. Posner Br Claire Hart

5 11-12

Brian Hughes Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW5-y-o who showed the benefit of his initial experience and found his stamina coming to the fore when landing an 11-runner C&D bumper 5 weeks ago, TFRHHHHI BHArallying to lead again final 1f and well on top towards finish. Still displayed greenness then and he could yet have more to offer.

3

CASPADA (IRE) (41) 4

5

B g Dansant - Miss Veale (IRE) Ballaseyr Stud Ltd Br Mr Dylan Mangan

11-5

Charlie Maggs (5) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Bartmac Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dansant gelding who would likely have benefited from a stronger pace given how he shaped when fourth of 6 in bumper (11/1) at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) on NH debut 41 days ago, plugging on final 1f. Feasible to think he can do better. TFRHHHII BHA-

4

COWBOY CASANOVA (IRE) (67) 3

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Jigs’n Reels (IRE) Mr Martin Gowing Br Frank Motherway

5

11-5

James Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Fairplay Exchange

TIMEFORMVIEW€58,000 3-y-o. Closely related to 2 winners, including bumper winner Castletown Quary, and half-brother to 3 winners, including dual bumper winner Illwalktheline. Third in Irish point (Nov 2025) and yard boast a healthy 33% strike rate in this sphere so far this term.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5

CREDIT UNION (IRE) (35) 0

5

B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Insieme (IRE) Miss R. E. A. Menzies Br Helen Bourke

11-5

Aaron Anderson (5) Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWKodi Bear gelding. Closely related to Goodwood Zodiac (2m hurdle winner abroad, by Kodiac) and half-brother TFRHHIII BHAto 2 winners on Flat. Dam 1m winner. Too free to last out on December’s debut at Newcastle.

6

FINBARR (GB) (-)

6

11-5

B g Yeats (IRE) - Oleohneh (IRE) Miss N. R. Jefferson Br N. Ruth Jefferson

Ryan Mania Ruth Jefferson, Malton

7

6

TIMEFORMVIEWYeats gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fair hurdler Lunar Chief and bumper winner Sagonige. Dam (h92) bumper winner. Undergone wind surgery ahead of debut and this 6-y-o is best guided by the market. TFRHHHII BHA-

HIGHLAND LADDIE (IRE) (-)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Musical Note Mr Scott McMillan Br Shane Molan

11-5

Callum Bewley Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery

TIMEFORM VIEW €30,000 3-y-o, Highland Reel gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including 8.5f winner Que Sera Sera. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1m-12.5f winner Short Pause. TFRHHHII BHA-

24

8

LAST MAN STANDING (GB) (35) 0-3

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bollin Judith Mr J N Swinbank Br Richard & Candy Mathias

6

11-5

Craig Nichol Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWPedigree offers some hope but went with little promise despite attracting support when last in a 7-runner bumper at Hexham on debut in March. Sent off 20/1 9 months later and more like it when third at Newcastle 5 weeks ago and likely he can build on that. TFRHHHII BHA-

9

MASTER JACK (GB) (-)

5

11-5

B g Jack Hobbs - Rose Row Clouds of Orton Br Overbury Stallions Ltd

William Maggs (5) Andrew Wilson, Orton

10

5

TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding. Half-brother to useful but ungenuine hurdler Buckle Street and fair chaser Debden Bank, both by Cacique. Dam 11.6f-2m winner.

TFRHHIII BHA-

MHORDART (GB) (35) 6

B g Dartmouth - Cinnomhor Miss Alison P. Lee Br Miss Alison P. Lee

11-5

Peter Kavanagh Chris Grant, Billingham www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORMVIEWDartmouth gelding. Dam (h86) maiden hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m). Sent off at 80/1, yet he did show a bit amidst clear signs of inexperience when 13 3/4 lengths sixth of 11 to Ronnie Russet in bumper at this C&D (good to soft) on NH debut 35 days ago, plugging on again final 1f. May build on that. TFRHHIII BHA-

11

RED DART (GB)) (91) 22-4

B g Dartmouth - Red Card (IRE) R NE The Nelson Racing Partnership UN R Br Mr Liam Forster N

O

6

11-5

Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage

N both starts in point bumpers and offered something to work on starting out under Rules TIMEFORM VIEW £8,000 buy having finished runner-up when fourth of 8 in bumper at Carlisle (17.2f, good to firm) on Rules debut 91 days ago. Another not discounted.

TFRHHHII BHA12

VALTTERI ITS JAMES (IRE) (74) 5B1

5

11-5

B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Bruens Folly (IRE) Jack Power (5) The 1892 Partnership Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Br Miss Emma Tector

TIMEFORMVIEW£80,000 4-y-o, Poet’s Word gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to dam of useful jumpers Snake Roll (stayed 2 1/2m) and El Elefante (winning chaser up to 2 3/4m). Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Nov 2). One to monitor closely in the betting for clues on bumper debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

13

DIAMOND WHITE (IRE) (30) 2-3

Ch m Berkshire (IRE) - Wilde Ruby (IRE) Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Br Ross Moorhead

5 10-12

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW £140,000 4-y-o, Berkshire filly. Runner-up sole start in Irish points in March and definite promise amidst inexperience when third of 7 in bumper at Catterick (15.7f) 4 weeks ago. Likely she can build on that effort and one for the shortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA-

14

KHALEESI QUEEN (GB) (66) 0

B m Dragon Dancer - Lewesdon Duchess The Oakwood Nobels Br Mrs Rachel Dawson

6 10-12

Joshua Thompson (7) Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Dragon Dancer mare who was well beaten at Carlisle on debut in November.

Hood quickly applied.

TFRHIIII BHA-

15

MAGGI BREEZE (FR) (15) 0

6 10-12

B m Elm Park - The Lady Maggi (FR) Miss G. Boanas Br Ms Sandy Seymour

Theo Gillard Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

TIMEFORMVIEWElm Park mare who is very much bred for longer trips and she went with little promise when eleventh of 12 in bumper at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) on NH debut 15 days ago, losing touch before straight. Can only be watched.

TFRHIIII BHA-

16

ROYAL MAGGS (GB) (255) 12-1

B m Telescope (IRE) - Royal Present (IRE) Ursa Major Racing, S Knowles & Partners Br S. W. Knowles

6 10-12

Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Cube3 Construction

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope mare. Dam (b73), lightly raced in bumpers, half-sister to useful hurdler/very smart chaser (stayed 21f) Village Vic. Won 2 of 3 starts in points, including last time (May 2025) and likely the market can point the way on Rules bow. TFRHHHII BHA-

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Diamond White (IRE), 11-2 Kilaro (FR), 15-2 Valtteri Its James (IRE), 8-1 Ronnie Russet (GB), 14-1 Cowboy Casanova (IRE), Last Man Standing (GB), 16-1 Royal Maggs (GB), 18-1 Caspada (IRE), Highland Laddie (IRE), 22-1 Finbarr (GB), 50-1 Credit Union (IRE), 66-1 Master Jack (GB), Mhordart (GB), 100-1 Khaleesi Queen (GB), 150-1 Maggi Breeze (FR)

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RACE EIGHT

2025: STRIDE ON (IRE) 5 11 4 Conner McCann 7-2 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 16 Hood worn first time by No. 14. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6, 7, 9.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

S AT U R DAY 2 7 J U N E

SCAN TO BOOK

FOR 2026

RACE CONDITIONS First Race 11.45 - THE VIRGIN BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. VIRGIN BET will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £50. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.15 - THE VIRGIN BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. VIRGIN BET will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £50. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 12.50 - THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series qualifier. 22 entries, 1 at £8 and 21 at £44. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224.

(Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.25 - THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

January 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 10lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. VIRGIN BET will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Night Nurse Series qualifier. 31 entries at £50. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) 5 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.00 - THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (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. January 13th. Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Red Rum Series qualifier. 17 entries at £44. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.35 - THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Cab On Target 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 four 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. January 13th. Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026.

In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier. 30 entries, 4 at £6 and 26 at £30. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.10 - THE GET RACEDAY READY 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, January 9th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £30. - Closed January 9th, 2026. 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 22 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 3.45 - THE DOWNLOAD THE RACEDAY READY APP OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Cat 2 Elimination) (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 only, which have not won more than one race and which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 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. 26 entries at £22. - Closed January 9th, 2026. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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