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horse’s name & birthplace
colour graphic horse’s saddlecloth number
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no. of days since last ran
form guide previous performances / = new season - = new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C = course winner D = distance winner CD = course & distance winner age BF = beaten favourite
LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) (23*) 132123- CD
weight st-lb
8 10-13
Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE) Henry Brooke N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Mr Trevor Hemmings 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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F I F T H HURDLE FIFTH HURDLE S AT U R D AY
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FIRST RACE 12.56 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BORDER MINSTREL DOG FRIENDLY PUB MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH NIGHT NURSE SERIES QUALIFIER) (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): B Haslam (11 wins from 47 runners, 23%) runs MAC’S MAX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Snowden (6 wins from 17 runners, 35%) runs WILDE’S LEGACY LONGEST TRAVELLER: WILDE’S LEGACY trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 285 miles. RACE SUMMARY
WILDE’S LEGACY and My Mate Aj stand out based on their bumper exploits. The former reached a higher level in that sphere and is selected to get his hurdling career off to a winning start.
1-2-3: 1.WILDE’S LEGACY (IRE) 2.MY MATE AJ (IRE) 3.CHAMPAGNE POWDER (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
CAPTAIN TED (IRE) (373) 0203-
5
11-4
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Decheekymonkey (IRE) D&D Armstrong Ltd Br Mr Brian O’Driscoll
Danny McMenamin Chris Grant, Billingham
2
7
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close on the second of his 2 starts between the flags but looks one for handicaps at longer trips judged on his 2 runs over hurdles in recent weeks. TFRHHIII BHA-
COME ON JOHN (IRE) (105)
B g Kodiac - Miss Glitters (IRE) Mr J. P. G. Hamilton Br Tally-Ho Stud
11-4
Nathan Moscrop Alison Hamilton, Denholm Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on Flat nowadays (stays 1 1/2m) and makes little appeal on this switch to hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-
3
MY MATE AJ (IRE) (194) 341-
5
11-4
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Putland’s Bridge (IRE) Basher Watts Racing NH Syndicates Br Russet House Farm Ltd
Kielan Woods Ben Pauling, Naunton
4
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise at the second time of asking when off the mark in 11-runner bumper at Hereford (2m, good) in April, going with enthusiasm. Interesting hurdling debutant. TFRHHHHI BHA-
WILDE’S LEGACY (IRE) (230) 110-
B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Little Legacy (IRE) Ye Maa Partnership Br Mrs Fiona McStay
11-4
Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWPoet’s Word gelding from very good Flat family who picked up strikingly well to win his first 2 starts in bumpers last winter. Found the Champion Bumper too competitive last time but still a useful prospect for novice hurdling. TFRHHHHH BHA-
5
CHAMPAGNE POWDER (FR) (34) 55
B g Kodiac - Grace And Danger (IRE) Spencer Brown and Steven Sankey Br S.C. La Motteraye
4
11-3
Leah Noreci (7) James Moffatt, Cartmel
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful 1m winner on all-weather for Oliver Cole. Didn’t get home when fifth of 9 on 17f Cartmel hurdle debut but managed to see things out better despite having refused to settle when filling same spot at Perth last month. Hood on for first time. TFRHHHII BHA-
6
MAC’S MAX (GB) (15) 26-5
4
B g Maxios - Delft Dancer Castle Racing Co Limited Br Blackberry Farm
11-3
Richie McLernon Ben Haslam, Middleham CW Executive Search Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFlat-bred gelding who exceeded expectations when second in a speed-favouring bumper here on debut, but went the wrong way in 2 subsequent outings in that sphere and flat out refused to race tried on the Flat latest. Hard to fancy on hurdling bow. TFRHHIII BHA2025: CUEROS (IRE) 5 11 4 Paul O’Brien 5-2 (Harry Derham) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5.
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Wilde’s Legacy (IRE), 2-1 My Mate Aj (IRE), 12-1 Champagne Powder (FR), 50-1 Mac’s Max (GB), 66-1 Captain Ted (IRE), 300-1 Come On John (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 1.26 ABOUT THREE MILES (3M) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH FORGIVE ‘N FORGET SERIES QUALIFIER) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Greenall & Josh Guerriero (6 wins from 67 runners, 9%) runs THEREYARE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Williams (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs ROYAL TIME LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROYAL TIME trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 338 miles. RACE SUMMARY
The thriving LUMINARIES is taken to complete an October hat-trick now back over fences. Unpenalised Sedgefield scorer Royal Time is the obvious danger.
1-2-3: 1.LUMINARIES (IRE) 2.ROYAL TIME (IRE) 3.THEREYARE (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
WANNABE (IRE)) (13)) 6/5602-U
6
12-0
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pipe Lady (IRE) ER P J King & Son NN U R Br M. & E. Dixon N-
Tom Lacey, Woolhope Galebreaker
O TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced sort who endedN last season with a second in 2 1/2m course handicap chase and likely would have filled the
same position but for unseating at the last on his 3m Ffos Las reappearance 13 days ago. Has a visor added now. TFRHHHII BHA95
2
ROYAL TIME (IRE) (9) U-43531
7 11-10
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Billythefilly (IRE) Sue Howell Br E. J. P Kane
Mr J. J. Murphy-Knight (7) Christian Williams, Bridgend Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORMVIEWMixed record in Ireland for Shane Crawley but struck at fourth time of asking for Christian Williams in 21f Sedgefield handicap (good) 9 days ago. That was a conditional jockeys event so he escapes a penalty. Obvious chance. TFRHHHHI BHA91
3
THEREYARE (IRE) (220) 2/0001-
B g Jet Away - Letitbeso (IRE) Rocket & Stan, Coxon, Hadfield and Stott Br William Codd
5
11-9
Charlie Maggs Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap hurdle at Bangor (23f, good) when last seen in March. A point background provides hope that he’ll take to fences. Stable has been a bit quiet so far this autumn but did have a winner last week. TFRHHHII BHA90
4
WEARELONGTERM (IRE) (3) 5-P0U31 D
B g Milan - Fair Ina (IRE) Mr Dennis J. Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer Br Paramount Farms
9
11-7 (in 7lb ex)
Ryan Mania Dianne Sayer, Penrith Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWBelatedly got off the mark when making all in 23.5f Kelso handicap chase on Saturday but his task was made significantly easier by 2 departures at the second last. Doesn’t have the profile of one likely to defy a penalty. TFRHHIII BHA81
5
JET LIGHT (FR)) (197) 4000P/0-
Bl g Cokoriko (FR) - Or Light (FR) R JONES/NAYLOR AND JL SYNDICATENNE U R Br Patrice Vagne & Valerie Vagne N
7
11-2
James Moffatt, Cartmel Tote
NofO3 starts in Irish points but went with very little promise over hurdles. TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second TFRHHIII BHA83 Similarly unpromising start to his chase career after a year off at Hexham in April. 6
LUMINARIES (IRE) (14) 000211 C D
9
11-1
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE) Ewan Whillans Racing Club Br Liam Gilsenan
Sean Quinlan Ewan Whillans, Hawick
7
8
TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated in blinkers of late, winning over hurdles at Kelso (21f) and Southwell (3m) this month. Looks well enough treated to complete a hat-trick back over fences. TFRHHHHH BHA82
JOIE MORE (IRE) (197) 43P56P-
B g Getaway (GER) - Joie de Cotte (FR) Mrs Jackie Stephen Br Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd
10-8
Craig Nichol Jackie Stephen, Melrose
TIMEFORM VIEW Plugged on to fill the frame twice over fences to end 2025 but he’s still a maiden and ended last season out of form. First outing for 6 months. TFRHHIII BHA75 8
8
THE KINGS SOLDIER (IRE) (51) 633555
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Slaney Lady (IRE) Mr P. Long Br Mr K. Bolger
5
10-2
Ben Poste Peter Winks, Barnsley
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who hasn’t cut much ice in his 3 outings over fences. Has left Tracey Leeson since finishing a remote fifth at Fontwell in September. Probably best watched. TFRHHIII BHA69 2025: SIR CARNEGIE (IRE) 5 11 5 Shane Fenelon 9-4 (Mickey Bowen) 6 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
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Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Royal Time (IRE), 3-1 Luminaries (IRE), 6-1 Thereyare (IRE), 7-1 Wearelongterm (IRE), 16-1 Joie More (IRE), 25-1 The Kings Soldier (IRE)
THIRD RACE 2.01 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Richards (18 wins from 93 runners, 19%) runs MS CINDY KATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs MS CINDY KATE WEIGHTWATCHER: BODYGROOVE won off a handicap mark of 95, his rating is now down 7lb to 88. LONGEST TRAVELLER: THESOLDIERSMINIT trained by S Allwood, Whitchurch, 199 miles. RACE SUMMARY ALIDAM made little impact for Sophie Leech but has dropped to a very handy mark on his French form and is worth chancing setting out for a new yard in a refitted hood. Cawthorne Cracker seems sure to give another good account, while it remains early days for Ms Cindy Kate. 1-2-3: 1.ALIDAM (FR) 2.CAWTHORNE CRACKER (IRE) 3.MS CINDY KATE (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
NOBOTHERATALL (IRE) (11) 124000 D
6
12-0
B g Jet Away - My Lady Dane (IRE) Steven Wilson Ltd Br James Codd
Harry Reed Tristan Davidson, Carlisle Border Caravans Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who also landed a 2m novice hurdle at Kelso in the spring. Not disgraced under a penalty but has cut little ice all 3 starts in handicap company and has plenty to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA100
2
ALIDAM (FR) (142) 3P030-0
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Astaradame (FR) A. C. O’Keeffe Br Mr R Corveller
5
11-8
William Shanahan (5) Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden hurdler in France in 2024/25. Limited impact for Sophie Leech but has joined a yard with a good record with new recruits and is worth chancing from a reduced mark back from a further 4 months off. TFRHHHHH BHA94
3
BODYGROOVE (GB) (22) U5/P60-0
B g Iffraaj - Groovejet Mrs B. M. Lofthouse Br Phil Cunningham
6
11-2
Brian Hughes Micky Hammond & Becky Smith, Middleham Goodwin Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who made a successful handicap hurdle debut at Wetherby in spring of 2025. Little to shout about in either code since, though made slightly more impact from his basement mark back on the level at Pontefract recently. TFRHHHII BHA88
4
THESOLDIERSMINIT (IRE) (20) 0U035-4
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Aweeminit (IRE) On The Rocks Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
5
11-1
Brendan Powell Sam Allwood, Whitchurch Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved when third on handicap bow at Market Rasen back in February. Let down by his jumping when fifth of 7 at Huntingdon (2m, soft) the following month but got back on track when fourth at Worcester (2m) recently, despite again showing a tendency to jump left. TFRHHHII BHA87
5
NATIONAL QUESTION (IRE) (136) 51516-5 CD
Br g Fracas (IRE) - Irish Question (IRE) Molly and Paul Willis Br J. S. Bolger
6
11-0
Joshua Thompson (5) Adam Nicol, Seahouses Opal Collection
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed his progress when successful at Carlisle (17f) in March, finishing ahead of 4 next-time-out winners. Below par on both outings since, though. TFRHHHII BHA86
6
MS CINDY KATE (IRE) (171) 5044-P
5 10-13
B m Shirocco (GER) - Kitty Power (IRE) Danny McMenamin Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1 Nicky Richards, Greystoke Br Mrs M. Curran Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), Adam Purves Mitsubishi
TIMEFORM VIEW In good hands and showed more than first time up over hurdles when fourth of 9 in a 17f Carlisle novice in March. Offered little switched to a handicap at Hexham in May but it remains early days. TFRHHHII BHA85
7
PLANE SAILING (IRE) (34) 0/PP-0
B or Br g Jet Away - Pennywise (IRE) Mrs Janet Lowther Br Mr Jonathan Deacon
6 10-13
Callum Bewley Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie LIP Construction Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBacked into 11/4 but folded quickly on Hexham bumper debut in April 2025 and has shown little in 3 starts over hurdles subsequently. Into handicaps now and needs major improvement from a stiff-looking mark. TFRHHIII BHA85 10
8
PARAGON (IRE) (140) 404-644
4 10-13
B g Churchill (IRE) - Winter Beau (IRE) The Goodfellow Partnership Br Lynch Bages
Nathan Moscrop Susan Corbett, Otterburn Finnies Heavy Haulage
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m) who seemingly had every chance when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (2m, good) on final outing for Pam Sly in June, just put in his place by more progressive rivals. Since acquired by new yard for £7,000. TFRHHHII BHA86
9
CAWTHORNE CRACKER (IRE) (28) 356212 D
B g Frammassone (IRE) - Ball Park (IRE) The Jersey Syndicate Br Paddy Byrne
7 10-12
Charlie Maggs Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRecorded a first success since landing this corresponding event in 2024 in 8-runner handicap at Kelso (2 1/4m, good) in September, edging ahead late on. Beaten only narrowly in his follow-up bid from a 4lb higher mark at Sedgefield and should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA84
10
BOUBOULE (GB) (7) 5P-0655
4
B g Without Parole - Rachel Zane (IRE) Mrs M. B. Thwaites Br Mrs A. Cantillon & Mrs E. Mcstay
10-4
Sean Quinlan Gillian Boanas, Saltburn Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who showed he hasn’t lost all his ability back down in trip when fifth of 10 in 2m handicap at Hexham last week. Remains to be seen if he’s able to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA77
ZEEZEE (IRE) (299) 552250-
7
B m Yeats (IRE) - Sheestown (IRE) Mr Semore Kurdi Br Mr P. J. W. Byrne
10-2
Bruce Lynn Eloise Quayle, Eachwick
TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start for Adam Nicol switched to handicaps last autumn, runner-up at Perth and Sedgefield. Below that level final 2 outings and now drops back markedly in trip on first outing for new yard after 9 months off. TFRHHHII BHA73 2025: NATIONAL QUESTION (IRE) 5 9 11 Charlie Maggs 10-1 (Adam Nicol) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 8, 9. Stewards Note: ALIDAM: Following its run on 7/6/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Cawthorne Cracker (IRE), 6-1 Thesoldiersminit (IRE), 9-1 Alidam (FR), 10-1 National Question (IRE), 12-1 Paragon (IRE), Bouboule (GB), 14-1 Bodygroove (GB), Ms Cindy Kate (IRE), 16-1 Zeezee (IRE), 25-1 Nobotheratall (IRE), 33-1 Plane Sailing (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 2.31 ABOUT THREE MILES (3M) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SUNDAY LUNCH AT THE BORDER MINSTREL NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591, 5th £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Candlish (15 wins from 62 runners, 24%) runs DUNKERQUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (8 wins from 37 runners, 22%) runs
ROCHEVAL & SLEEDAGH
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SILVER HILL trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 285 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
SILVER HILL appeals as one who can make up into a useful stayer for his good stable and is taken to deny Dunkerque a fifth win of an excellent first half of the season.
1-2-3: 1.SILVER HILL (IRE) 2.DUNKERQUE (DEN) 3.KENT DE THAIX (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
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horse
age
1
DUNKERQUE (DEN) (35) 112123 C BF
6 11-10
Gr g Appel Au Maitre (FR) - Silver Seas (DEN) Mr Shaun Henley Br Stutteri Hjortebo
st lb
Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd
2
KENT DE THAIX (FR) (193) 51P516- D
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Victoire de Thaix (FR) Sprayclad UK NE & LS Bloodstock Br Mr Michel Bourgneuf
6
11-0
Jonathan England Sam England, Guiseley Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdle winner at up to 3m last season. Respectable sixth of 15 in 3m Ayr handicap at the Scottish Grand National meeting on final start. Has had a breathing operation ahead of reappearance (also tongue tied first time). Point background suggests he’ll take to fences. TFRHHHII BHA122
3
SILVER HILL (IRE) (223) 4/51221-
B g Shirocco (GER) - Coole Aris (IRE) Lord Yarborough & Lord Zetland Br David Fenton
6 10-13
Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner who was successful twice in novice hurdles at around 2 1/2m last season. Shapes as if this step up to 3m is sure to suit TFRHHHHH BHA121 (often came off bridle early over hurdles) and very interesting now switching to fences for his handicap debut.
4
SLEEDAGH (IRE) (33) 22330-5
B g Milan - Tullyglush (IRE) Burnside Racing Ltd Br Mr Neville Reid
6
10-6
Derek Fox Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Went the wrong way over hurdles and hard to draw obvious encouragement from his first attempt over fences at Perth last month, finishing last of 5. Return to 3m should suit at least. TFRHHIII BHA114
5
ROCHEVAL (FR) (193) 6P644P-
B g Kapgarde (FR) - County Fun (FR) Mrs S. Russell Br Jacky Rauch
6
10-5
Patrick Wadge Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 3 starts (bumper and 2 hurdles) but 0-9 since, including pulling up in handicap hurdle at Ayr when last seen in April. Switches to fences for the first time on his return. TFRHHIII BHA113 2025: YOU SOME GIRL (IRE) 8 10 12 Ross Chapman 9-2 (Rebecca Menzies) 3 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Stewards Note: DUNKERQUE: Following its run on 22/9/2026 it was reported that the horse finished lame. Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Dunkerque (DEN), 13-8 Silver Hill (IRE), 9-1 Kent de Thaix (FR), 10-1 Sleedagh (IRE), 16-1 Rocheval (FR)
13
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TIMEFORM VIEW Has thrived over fences this summer, scoring 4 times in small-field contests at up to 23f. Last 2 defeats shouldn’t necessarily be taken to suggest that the handicapper has got him. TFRHHHHI BHA132
FIFTH RACE 3.01 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DOGS WELCOME AT THE BORDER MINSTREL PUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH SEA PIGEON SERIES QUALIFIER) Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (21 wins from 104 runners, 20%) runs ROARIN’ SUCCESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (8 wins from 37 runners, 22%) runs HUNTERS SPRING WEIGHTWATCHER: PYRAMID PLACE won off a handicap mark of 130, his rating is now down 24lb to 106. LONGEST TRAVELLER: NORTH OF RICHMOND trained by A Hales, Edgecote, 251 miles. RACE SUMMARY
NORTH OF RICHMOND ran too badly to be true on his handicap debut at Doncaster when last seen in February and is well worth another chance having beaten Codetalker, who’s now rated 124, on his hurdling debut at Fakenham around this time last year. Jentobello and Roarin’Success head the dangers.
1-2-3: 1.NORTH OF RICHMOND (IRE) 2.JENTOBELLO 3.ROARIN’ SUCCESS KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
NORTH OF RICHMOND (IRE) (242) 12/134P- D
6
12-0
B g Workforce - Glide Away (IRE) The Royal Botanicals Br Andrew English
Kielan Woods Alex Hales, Edgecote Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW£75,000 buy who was runner-up sole outing in points and went one better in a Bangor bumper in October 2024. Made a winning start over hurdles at Fakenham and not disgraced at Leicester and Newbury prior to shaping as if amiss on handicap debut at Doncaster when last seen. Worth another chance. TFRHHHHH BHA114
2
MAX OF STARS (FR) (9) U-442P4 D
B m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Mooizo (IRE) Mrs S D Pearson & Ollie Pears Br Mr Jan Reus
6 11-12
Jamie Hamilton Ollie Pears, Malton Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Enthusiastic front runner who was successful 3 times over hurdles in 2025. Quickly returned to form when fourth of 9 in 17f handicap at Sedgefield (17f, good) 9 days ago, though had the run of the race. Left on same mark. TFRHHHII BHA112
3
JENTOBELLO (GB) (23) 223-421 D
Ch g My Dream Boat (IRE) - Hester Flemen (IRE) Paul & Clare Rooney Br Mr & Mrs I. Ross
6 11-10
Brian Hughes Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won both outings in bumpers and made the most of a good opportunity fitted with first-time blinkers when off the mark over hurdles in 3-runner novice at Kelso (21f) 23 days ago. Should remain competitive now making a belated switch to handicap company. TFRHHHHI BHA110
4
PYRAMID PLACE (IRE) (121) 050P-6P D
B g Authorized (IRE) - Attima Hoss On Racing Br Kingsley Park Ltd
9
11-6
Harry Reed Tristan Davidson, Carlisle Border Caravans Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who hasn’t fired in 3 starts for current yard, including on the Flat. Has work to do returning from a break (had breathing operation during absence). TFRHHIII BHA106
5
ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB) (10) 511323
Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE) Hale Racing, Lyle Farming Company & Ptnr Br Paul Inglett
6
11-3
Danny McMenamin Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful Flat performer. Well backed when completing a double at Stratford in July, overcoming mistakes. Solid efforts in defeat all 3 outings subsequently and looks sure to go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA103
6
HUNTERS SPRING (GB) (34) 443U-P3 CD
B m Nayef (USA) - Last Supper Mr R. Gibbons Br Robert Gibbons
5
11-1
Patrick Wadge Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Edinburgh Real Ale Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who gave her all after 4 months off when third of 10 in 2m novice hurdle (28/1) at Perth (good to soft) 34 days ago. Needs more back in handicap company, though. TFRHHHII BHA101 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note: NORTH OF RICHMOND: Following its run on 27/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Jentobello (GB), 4-1 Roarin’ Success (GB), 5-1 Max of Stars (FR), 6-1 North of Richmond (IRE), 13-2 Hunters Spring (GB), 10-1 Pyramid Place (IRE) 16
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
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SIXTH RACE 3.31 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE attheraces.com/marketmovers HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH MONET’S GARDEN 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 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond & B Smith (15 wins from 149 runners, 10%) runs AILL DUBH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (8 wins from 37 runners, 22%) runs HUMBLE JUMBLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: RULE ME IN trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 338 miles. RACE SUMMARY
In a contest where few arrive with compelling claims RULE ME IN is taken to build on his latest Newton Abbot second to a well-treated rival. The returning Empty Nest boasts decent C&D form and is a big player on his return. Humble Jumble could do better now switched to fences. 1-2-3: 1.RULE ME IN (IRE) 2.EMPTY NEST (IRE) 3.HUMBLE JUMBLE (IRE) KEY colours
Owner no
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
horse
age
st lb
1
MY FRIEND SEAN (IRE)) (73) 3) 636-525 7 12-0 B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Kaffie R E Mr David Kellett Tom Lacey, Woolhope NN -RU Br Anthony Smiddy Galebreaker N O N TIMEFORMVIEWReached a fairly useful level with 5 victories over hurdles. Yet to match that form over fences, though one of better efforts in this sphere when second of 5 at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) in July. Easy to excuse latest run back down in trip at Market Rasen (17f). This test more suitable.
2
LOULOU MADRIK (FR) (17) 23452-0
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Sunday Madrik (FR) URSA Major Racing and D Pollitt Br Emmanuel-Julien Leclerc
TFRHHHHI BHA108
5 11-13
Danny McMenamin Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Adra Projects Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMatched his fair hurdle form when runner-up on chase debut at Carlisle (3m, good) in April but produced a rather laboured effort when seventh of 9 at Hexham in this headgear combination 6 months later. Jamie Hamilton, who rides the majority of the yard’s runners, is on stablemate Empty Nest. TFRHHIII BHA107
3
BALKING (FR) (197) 0502/04-
8
Ch g Balko (FR) - Anaqueen (FR) Mr G. Critchley Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Luy
11-9
Conor O’Farrell Dianne Sayer, Penrith Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when runner-up on handicap hurdle at Wetherby in January 2025. Not seen again until last spring, showing he retains his ability when fourth at Hexham (2 1/2m, good to soft) in April. Tackles fences for the first time on return. TFRHHHII BHA103
4
HUMBLE JUMBLE (IRE) (186) 0/0303P-
B g Jet Away - Taylors Storm (IRE) The Humble Syndicate Br Pauric O’Gorman
6
11-8
Patrick Wadge Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDebut bumper winner. Placed twice in novice hurdles (including here) but made an inauspicious start to his handicap career when pulled up at Perth in April. Off 6 months ahead of this switch to fences (point winner and very much a chaser on looks). TFRHHHII BHA102
5
EMPTY NEST (IRE) (199) 522653- CD
B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) J Cowan, S Morrell & K Hathaway Br Mr Daniel Furini
8 10-10
Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Mark Walford Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in March 2025 and also runner-up over C&D last winter. Claims if he’s fully primed after 6 months off. The mount of Jamie Hamilton from the stable pair. TFRHHHII BHA90
6
UPTOWN HARRY (IRE) (187) 21234P- C D
B or Br g Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) Fresh Start Partnership Br Ms M. Russell
12 10-10
Charlie Maggs Jane Walton, Otterburn Dunns Houses B & B
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who snapped a losing run in good style over 3m here (good to soft) in January. Creditable in-frame efforts on next 3 outings but pulled up at Perth final start. Chance he’ll need this after 6 months off. TFRHHIII BHA90
7
RULE ME IN (IRE) (39) 5440-42
B g Mahler - Don’t Rule Me Out (IRE) Sue Howell Br Robert Haverty
7
10-6
Kielan Woods Christian Williams, Bridgend Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdle winner. 0-8 over fences but he did take a step forward with cheekpieces added (retained) when 8 lengths second to a handicap blot at Newton Abbot (21f, good) last month. Good shout if in similar form. TFRHHHHH BHA86 18
8
AILL DUBH (IRE) (43) 1-44153 C
9
10-2
B g Shantou (USA) - Captain Carol (IRE) Joshua Thompson (5) The Cheltenham Trail Micky Hammond & Becky Smith, Middleham Br J. O’Connor & Burgage Stud Goodwin Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWReacted well to a change of tactics when making all over 23f here in March and went in again at Cartmel (21f) in July. Creditable third of 5 at Sedgefield (3 1/4m, good) 43 days ago. Back down in trip with refitted blinkers replacing cheekpieces. 7lb out of handicap. TFRHHIII BHA75 2025: MOODOFTHEMOMENT (IRE) 8 10 12 Ellis Collier 5-1 (David Thompson) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7. Stewards Note: HUMBLE JUMBLE: Following its run on 24/4/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Rule Me In (IRE), 5-1 Empty Nest (IRE), 15-2 Uptown Harry (IRE), 8-1 Loulou Madrik (FR), 17-2 Humble Jumble (IRE), 9-1 Balking (FR), 10-1 Aill Dubh (IRE)
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SEVENTH RACE 4.01 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M190YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE BREEDERS’ CUP ON SKY SPORTS RACING OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 3 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): N Richards (18 wins from 93 runners, 19%) runs CAYENNE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (8 wins from 37 runners, 22%) runs ABSENCE OF EGO
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MON MISSEL trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 285 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
CAYENNE appeals on paper and is taken to provide his excellent yard with a winner from its first bumper runner of the season. Always Proud showed ability in a notably valuable event at Newbury on his debut in March and should be up to making even more of an impact in these calmer waters, while Mon Missel ought to be suited by this more galloping track and must enter calculations, too. 1-2-3: 1.CAYENNE 2.ALWAYS PROUD 3.MON MISSEL (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
ABSENCE OF EGO (IRE) (177) 2
5
11-4
B g Sea Moon - Amanda J Mrs S. Russell Br Stephen Weston
Derek Fox Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sea Moon gelding purchased for £58,000 after finishing runner-up on his sole outing in Irish points in May. Yard going well and one to note in the betting ahead of Rules debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
KOA BEAU (IRE) (156) 3
5
11-4
B g Lauro (GER) - Ambre des Marais (FR) Racing On Together Club Br Ronnie Kelly
Craig Nichol Ewan Whillans, Hawick
3
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at temperament amidst ability starting out in a hood when third of 6 in 2m bumper at Kelso (good) in May. Wouldn’t be sure to build on that opening effort, though. TFRHHHII BHA-
MYSTIC MARIE (GB) (-)
11-4
B g Outstrip - Marmande (IRE) J. R. Norton Ltd Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
Conor Rabbitt (3) John Norton, Barnsley
4
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Outstrip gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including 7f/7.5f winner Lyndari. Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 7f). TFRHHIII BHAYard 0-56 in bumpers and not sure to possess the required stamina for this game on breeding.
REGAL THUNDER (IRE) (199) P/333-
11-4
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Kenny’s Girl (IRE) Miss Natasha Cookson (7) The Green Oaks Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond Br Kennys Girl Syndicate Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW €45,000 Walk In The Park gelding. Finished third on both completed starts in Irish points and offered a bit to work on switched to a bumper when a remote third in a C&D event on Rules debut in April. Probably more one for the longer term. TFRHHIII BHA-
5
ALWAYS PROUD (GB) (220) 0-
B g Jack Hobbs - Caterina de Medici (FR) Mr Don Cantillon Br Minster Stud
4
11-3
Jack Quinlan Don Cantillon, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW£19,000 Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam, 1 1/2m winner, closely related to 13f bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Jam Session. Showed ability when seventh of 20 in valuable bumper at Newbury (2m) on debut in March, his effort just petering out late on. Obvious player with sights now lowered. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6
BATCHELOR’S LAD (IRE) (228) 2-
B g Maxios - Rock Angel (IRE) John Matthews, Harvey Moss & P Kirby Br Mrs Tom Burns
4
11-3
Joe Williamson Philip Kirby, Richmond Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Maxios gelding. Half-brother to very smart hurdler Jason The Militant and useful hurdler/chaser Will Carver. Offered something to work on when second of 6 in bumper at Doncaster (17f) on debut in March, not knocked about. Entitled to do better. TFRHHHII BHA-
7
CAYENNE (GB) (-)
4
Ch g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Spice Trail Mrs Pat Sloan Br Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
11-3
Danny McMenamin Nicky Richards, Greystoke Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEW 52,000 gns 3-y-o, Ghaiyyath gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fair hurdler Maple. Dam 10.5f winner on Flat in France. Newcomer of obvious interest for stable with superb record in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA20
8
MON MISSEL (FR) (22) 2-F3 BF
Ch g Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Vierge Sainte (FR) A wing and a prayer Br Joel Denis & Haras de Saint Voir Sca
4
11-3
Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW€16,000 3-y-o, Goliath du Berlais gelding. Runner-up completed start in Irish points and didn’t shape badly considering the emphasis on speed seemed against him when third of 8 in 2m Stratford bumper on recent debut. This more galloping track ought to suit him better and he’s a leading contender. TFRHHHHI BHA-
9
RIP IT UP (GB) (224) 4-
4
B g Frontiersman - Lady Chaparral Jo Burke and Robin Moxon Br MGB Partnership
11-3
Brian Hughes John Dawson, Saltburn Wimbledon Smokehouse Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFrontiersman gelding who was backed at long odds and showed plenty to work on when fourth of 9 in 2m bumper at Wetherby on debut in March, the penny starting to drop late on. Entitled to improve on that opening effort for yard which had a big winner at Cheltenham on Friday. TFRHHHII BHA2025: MONTE A BORD (IRE) 4 11 0 Tom Midgley 6-4 (Michael & David Easterby) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Mon Missel (FR), 9-2 Cayenne (GB), 11-2 Always Proud (GB), 8-1 Absence of Ego (IRE), 10-1 Rip It Up (GB), 11-1 Batchelor’s Lad (IRE), 14-1 Koa Beau (IRE), 33-1 Regal Thunder (IRE), 66-1 Mystic Marie (GB)
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.56 - THE BORDER MINSTREL DOG FRIENDLY PUB MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Night Nurse 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, October 21st and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 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 Night Nurse Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 2nd April, 2027. 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in the Final if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 14 entries at £50. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.26 - THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Forgive ‘n Forget 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 21st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 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 Forgive ‘n Forget Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 3rd April, 2027. 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. 12 entries at £30. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.01 - THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for three 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. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 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 18 entries at £30. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.31 - THE SUNDAY LUNCH AT THE BORDER MINSTREL NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6178 to the winning horse The second to receive £2843, the third £1421, the fourth £711 and the fifth £354. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £58 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £47 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). 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 10 entries, 3 at £11 and 7 at £58. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4726; Second £2362; Third £1182; Fourth £591; Fifth £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.01 - THE DOGS WELCOME AT THE BORDER MINSTREL PUB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 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 Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 2nd April, 2027. 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 Sea Pigeon Series qualifier. 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £38. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.31 - THE attheraces.com/marketmovers HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden 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 four 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. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 4th April, 2027. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier. 13 entries at £44. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.01 - THE BREEDERS’ CUP ON SKY SPORTS RACING OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 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 maiden four and five 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, October 21st and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Sky Sports Racing 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 15 entries at £22. - Closed October 21st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. 23
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