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Welcome to Sedgefield Racecourse – Season Finale
We are delighted to welcome you to Sedgefield Racecourse this evening for our Season Finale. Whether this is your first visit or you’re a regular racegoer, we hope you enjoy an exciting evening of racing
As we draw this season to a close, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who has supported us throughout the year. To our loyal racegoers and generous sponsors – thank you for being part of the Sedgefield community.
We also offer our heartfelt appreciation to the many individuals who make each raceday possible: our dedicated staff, owners, trainers, jockeys, and all those working tirelessly behind the scenes within the sport. Your commitment and passion are the foundation of every successful meeting.
This evening’s action features a six-race card, with the first race getting underway at 5:40pm.
Looking ahead to the new season
We’re already preparing for an exciting return with our Country & Western Raceday on Thursday 4th September – an evening meeting not to be missed. Tickets are on sale now via our website.
Thank you once again for joining us this evening and for being part of our 2024/2025 season. We look forward to welcoming you back in September for the start of another memorable chapter at Sedgefield
Warm regards,
Emma Gray General Manager
RACEDAY TEAM
SEDGEFIELD RACECOURSE is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Brighton, Chepstow, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth, Hereford, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor, Southwell, Uttoxeter, Wolverhampton and Worcester racecourses.
Michael Naughton Clerk of the Course
Emma Gray General Manager
Chris Patten Operations Manager/Owners Liaison
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INFORMATION
Abandonment
In the event of a race meeting being abandoned before the first race, a full refund will be made If the meeting is abandoned after the first race but before the third, a 50% refund will be made in the same manner as a full refund If the meeting is abandoned after the third race, no refund will be made. Customers must retain their badges, which are date stamped and numbered, in order to obtain a refund, and present or send them to the Racecourse Office from two days after the meeting Alcohol
Excessive alcohol consumption needs to be reported to the Safety Officer, DO NOT confront the individual/s, and the FRG (Fast Response Group/ Security) will deal with the situation. We do reserve the right, in extreme circumstances, either to refuse admission or to eject a person from the racecourse Communications/Mobile Phones Mobile telephones, laptops, tablets and any other electronic devices may not be used on the racecourse for betting purposes Cellular phones may be used for other purposes but only away from designated betting areas FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN YOUR REMOVAL FROM THE PREMISES AS PER OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY.
Admission - Conditions Of Entry
Entry to the racecourse is subject to the right of the racecourse executive to refuse to admit and/ or to expel, without prior notice, any person whose behaviour is considered to be unruly or unacceptable or is a disqualified person.
• Bringing food and drink into the enclosures other than that purchased at the racecourse is prohibited.
• Racegoers must at all times comply with any conditions, rules and regulations in operation, including the observance of no drinking areas for safety reasons
• There is no formal dress code.
• Lost and stolen badges will not be replaced.
• Transfers to enclosures may be possible on the day, subject to availability.
Health & Safety Notice
The Racecourse would be grateful if racegoers could observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst at Sedgefield Racecourse We would also be grateful if parents could keep a close eye on children and prevent them from climbing on the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse. We would also like to remind racegoers that the FIRST AID room is located opposite the racecourse offices
Public Safety
In the interests of public safety all visitors to the racecourse must follow the directions of the Safety Stewards on the Stands and the Raceday Staff throughout the racecourse Please do not leave bags or your possessions unattended at any time as this could cause a security alert. Please be aware that horses can be unpredictable, therefore care and attention is necessary within the vicinity of the horses UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL DRINK AND/OR GLASSES BE ALLOWED ON TO GRANDSTANDS, OR VIEWING AREAS IN FRONT OF THE GRANDSTANDS OR AROUND THE PERIMETER OF THE PARADE RING. RACEGOERS DISREGARDING THIS REGULATION OR BEHAVING IN A DISORDERLY MANNER WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE RACECOURSE
Public Evacuation Procedure
In the unlikely event that the racecourse has to abandon racing and evacuate buildings please read the following information for your safety. Racecourse management will only take such action if an emergency situation such as a fire or possible bomb threat and at all times decisions will be taken placing public safety as a priority. In the event that an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the public address system: THIS IS AN EMERGENCY SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONSTO LEAVETHE RACECOURSE WOULDYOU PLEASE FOLLOWTHE DIRECTIONS GIVEN BY STAFF AND MOVETOTHE ASSEMBLY LOCATIONS PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURNTOYOURVEHICLES AS ROADS MUST BE KEPT CLEAR FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES.YOUR CO-OPERATION IS REQUIREDTO ENABLE RACINGTO RESUME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Unless otherwise instructed, all customers and staff will be evacuated to the assembly points shown on the diagram, and not allowed to access car parks or move vehicles This is for public safety and to allow emergency services such as the fire brigade to attend as quickly as possible along clear roads
In the event of the evacuation being averted or it is clear for the public to return to the public buildings a further public announcement will be made
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
The Sedgefield Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.
RESOLVE CONTRACTS
TUESDAY 13 MAY
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
ALAN DEMPSEY (Chief Steward), Mrs F. A. CLARK (Stewards’Panel Chair)
LYNDSAY GLYNN, NATHAN GREEN, ADIE SMITH
STARTERS
SHAUN MITCHELL
JASON CALLAGHAN
JUDGE
DI CLARK
CLERK OF THE SCALES
KARL CURRAN
VETERINARY OFFICERS
TIM DAVIES
MATT BUTTERELL
VETERINARY SURGEONS
CAROLINE BLAKISTON
PATRICK JOPLING
CHARLOTTE WOOD
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr BRUCE McLAIN
Dr VIV TUT
Dr SAM FOSTER
NURSE
CHRISTINE TOMBLING
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
KAREN WEST
RACHEL KIRTLEY
CYRIL JOHNSTONE
COMMENTATOR
RICHARD HOILES
BETTING RING MANAGER
DARREN IRVING
CLERK OF THE COURSE & SAFEGUARDING OFFICER
MICHAEL NAUGHTON
RACEDAY PRESENTER
ROBERT HOGARTH
HOSPITALITY FACILITIES
Your location for the day – suite or marquee:
Pavilion Private Boxes
A spectacular view of the track and winning post.
Raceday Restaurant
On the first floor of the Pavilion Stand, an ideal location to fine dine and watch in
and style.
Enjoy the Royal Banquet menu or try one of the special offer packages available on a selection of Racedays
Private boxes with balcony to put you right in the heart of the action. Each box can accommodate between 12 and 30 guests (minimum numbers apply)
Owners & Trainers Restaurant
Set within the Roflow Stand, overlooking the Winners Enclosure, Parade Ring and final furlong, providing a real feel of being close to the action. Ideal for larger parties, our suites can accommodate between 30 and 200 guests.
Bistro 1927
Overlooking the home straight this Café Bistro offers a variety of snacks and can be hired for parties.
Roflow Stand
Hosting four large private suites or alternatively a 180 seated restaurant.
COURSE FEATURES
Prominent points on the course: Centre Course
Tote Betting Shop
Winners Enclosure
Owners & Trainers
Parade Ring
Winning Post Main Entrance & Turnstiles
Assembly Point West across track
Assembly Point
past Bistro 1927
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
horse’s name birthplaceof horseifnot GreatBritain
No.ofdays sincelastran
formguide previous performances /=new season
-=new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite age
2 RUNSWICK DAYS (IRE) (29) 365-222
B g Presenting - Miss Lauren Dee (IRE)
weight st-lbs
7 11-10
Brian Hughes
Mr John Wade John Wade, Sedgefield
B. KavanaghJohn Wade (Haulage) Limited Br
TIMEFORMVIEW Has finished runner-up on his last 3 outings, most recently behind Montoya’s Son (winner again since) over C&D, and is likely to continue in form
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.
Runswick Days won The Santander In Memory of Robert Forster Handicap Steeple Chase at Sedgefield on Tuesday 11th November 2014.
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.
You must be 18 or over to place a bet
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
FIRST RACE 5.40
HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E Williams (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs ZERO TOLERANCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (7 wins from 50 runners, 14%) runs JACKPOT CASH LONGEST TRAVELLER: ART OF DIPLOMACY trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 408 miles.
None of the trio can be ruled out but JACKPOT CASH has thrived for the move to James Owen and gets a confident vote to bag a fourth success and second C&D victory for the yard. The reliable Art of Diplomacy could give him most to do now freshened up after a small break ahead of the in-form maiden Zero Tolerance.
B g Archipenko (USA) - Rowlestone Express
Peter Bowen Racing Club
Br G. E. Amey
Sean Bowen
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORMVIEWFlat winner who won 3 times over hurdles for Dr Richard Newland In the frame all 6 starts over fences for his current yard, though he was having his second run in 24 hours when a below-par fourth at Ffos Las 27 days ago. Sort to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA111
2 JACKPOT CASH (FR) (7) 12311-2 CD
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Fresca Has (FR)
6 11-4
Henry Brooke Pontoon racing
Br Mr A. Delaroque & Mr & Mrs C. Theault
James Owen, Newmarket
The Rare Breed Meat Company
TIMEFORM VIEW Another to have thrived following a switch to this yard, adding to a C&D win with a hurdles victory at Stratford (18.7f, good) last month. Excellent second in 2m4f Worcester handicap hurdle last time Big shout back chasing TFRHHHHH BHA106
3 ZERO TOLERANCE (GER) (59) 50/2243- 8 11-2
B g Lord of England (GER) - Zegna (GER)
Adam Wedge
Mr L. Fell Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Graf u.Grafin v. Stauffenberg Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser but he arrives in good form, third of 6 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, soft) 59 days ago. In the mix once more. TFRHHHHI BHA104
2024: LEADING FORCE (IRE) 7 11 1 Ryan Mania 9-2 (Sandy Thomson) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 3 Hood worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Jackpot Cash (FR), 7-4 Art of Diplomacy (GB), 3-1 Zero Tolerance (GER)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB
ABBREVIATIONS
BF - Beaten Favourite B - Brought Down C - Course Winner D - Distance Winner R - Refused S - Slipped Up
U - Unseated F - Fell d - Disqualified r - Ran Out P - Pulled Up
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SECOND RACE 6.10
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CANINE PREMIER FLEX PLUS JOINT SUPPLEMENT MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (52 wins from 244 runners, 21%) runs SOLENT GATEWAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Ellison (2 wins from 24 runners, 8%) runs JET APPROACH
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOLENT GATEWAY trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 142 miles.
SOLENT GATEWAY has gradually got better with each run over hurdles and he’s the percentage call to open his account. Vanilla Dancer is fully exposed but can have a big say in a race that lacks strength in depth if bouncing back from a below-par effort in a C&D handicap.
REIGN (IRE)
1 BERRY EDGE (IRE) (10) 5-5
7 11-4
B g Mukhadram - Amaany Joshua Thompson (7)
Elliott Brothers And Peacock
David Thompson, Darlington
Br Coolawn Stud Ebac Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMultiple winner on the Flat but has run to just a modest level both starts over hurdles, surprisingly looking a little short of pace given his Flat background at Hexham (16.2f) 10 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 SOLDIER AT ARMS (IRE) (-)
Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hear The Thunder (IRE)
Mr Beau Stevens
7 11-4
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Patrick Keating Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding. Dam, ran once in bumper, sister to high-class hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Yorkhill. Starts out at an ordinary level and would enter the reckoning if supported in the betting TFRHHHII BHA-
3
SOLENT GATEWAY (IRE)
(32) 4332-
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Aoife Alainn (IRE)
Mr D. R. Passant & Hefin Williams
7 11-4
Brian Hughes
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Deer Forest Stud Greenhous Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful stayer on the Flat for Hugo Palmer (sold 9,000 gns) and gradually getting his act together over hurdles, running his best race yet when second of 5 in C&D novice 32 days ago. Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA107
4
VANILLA DANCER
(GB) (32) 322353- C
B m Dragon Dancer - Vanilla Delight (IRE)
Garry Thexton & Chris Grant
6 10-11
Danny McMenamin
Chris Grant, Billingham
Br T. C. Dawson www.chrisgrantracing.com
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden hurdler who underperformed back down in class when third of 9 in C&D handicap (good) 32 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time Good claims if bouncing back. TFRHHHHI BHA94
5 CELESTIAL REIGN (IRE)
(32) B4-
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Sarawati (IRE)
PHIL ELLERBY & PARTNERS
4 10-10
Conor O’Farrell
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Pigeon Park Stud Northern Accountants
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form on second start in Flat maidens for Joseph Patrick O’Brien and having been gelded, was offering something to work on when his race was ended prematurely on hurdling debut here in March. Not beaten far in 5-runner runner event over C&D since TFRHHHII BHA-
6 JET APPROACH (IRE)
(29) 435-
B g Jet Away - Shuil Milan (IRE)
Mr Douglas Taylor
Br Michael Murphy
4 10-10
Craig Nichol
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise in a brace of bumpers and was well held at Hexham on hurdling debut last month. Up in trip TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB
A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS
Owners & Trainers have exclusive access of the Owners & Trainers Suite situated within the Roflow Stand where there is complimentary Tea/Coffee & Lunch. There is also a Restaurant inside the Paxtons Stand where tables are available at a discounted rate should you wish to upgrade. Subject to availability.
If you require any assistance today please ask any member of the staff who will be happy to help you. For more information please visit www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk
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THIRD RACE 6.40
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 77YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SPRAYCLAD UK NE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (29 wins from 247 runners, 12%) runs BELLE NA BANN LONGEST TRAVELLER: DELPOTRO trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 222 miles.
Preference is for CLEAN GETAWAY, who goes particularly well here and should be spot on after his return at Carlisle last month. Delpotro and Conquer The Breeze rate the principal dangers
colours no horse age st lb
1 DELPOTRO (FR) (40) 654P32-
B g Masked Marvel - Tigrine (FR)
Jon’s Birthday
5 12-0
Sean Bowen
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br E.A.R.L Elevage Des Loges Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful 2 out of his 3 starts over fences in France for Gabriel Leenders and shaped better than previously for current yard in recent starts, latest when creditable second of 6 in handicap chase at Plumpton (17f, good) 40 days ago. Likely player TFRHHHHI BHA97
2 CLEAN GETAWAY (IRE) (24) 111145- CD
B g Getaway (GER) - Dee Two O Two (IRE)
Mr P Kirby & Grant Harrison
8 12-0
Joe Williamson (3)
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Adrian Sutton Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time winner at this course (at up to 19.9f) last autumn Likely needed outing, back from 4 months off, at Carlisle 24 days ago and must enter calculations back here. TFRHHHHH BHA97
3 NONBINDING (IRE) (32) 0PPP/PP- D
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Mirazur (IRE)
8 11-11
Miss Pippa Brown (7)
Mr V. Thompson Victor Thompson, Alnwick
Br Kenneth Parkhill
TIMEFORM VIEW Had ability for Gordon Elliott but yet to complete in a trio of starts for current yard TFRHIIII BHA94
4 FEARLESS ACTION (IRE) (32) 2P3155- CD 9 11-11
B g Yeats (IRE) - Hello Kitty (IRE)
Mr G. F. White
Br Mr W. T. Murphy
Danny McMenamin
Chris Grant, Billingham
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support over C&D in March Not been at same level either start since but remains on a workable mark if return to this venue sparks revival. TFRHHHII BHA94
5 CONQUER THE
BREEZE
(IRE) (32) FPPP32- 6 10-10
B g War Command (USA) - Dancing With Stars (IRE)
Miss A Lee Mr M Barnes
Br Edmond Kinane & Donal Sweeney
Charlie Price (3)
Maurice Barnes, Brampton
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed first form over fences at Market Rasen in March and built on that when good second of 7 in handicap chase over C&D (good) 32 days ago. Holds solid claims. TFRHHHHI BHA79
6 BELLE NA BANN (IRE) (19) 02050P- D
B m Califet (FR) - Cut ‘n’ Run (IRE)
Ms D Morley & Partner
9 10-5
Alice Stevens (5)
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr E. A. P. Scouller Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when second of 5 at Catterick on New Year’s Day, albeit no match for the progressive winner However, below form all 4 starts since. TFRHHIII BHA74
7 JACKHAMMER (IRE) (23) 030605- D
B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Ask Annie (IRE)
11 10-3
Charlie Maggs (5)
Mr A. Slack Anna Slack, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Br F. Dunne Messrs G.A.Slack
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran Flat performer won on the level at Musselburgh in November However, established as a modest maiden chaser so easy enough to look elsewhere TFRHIIII BHA72
2024: TROPICAL TALENT 5 10 10 Henry Brooke 5-2 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Delpotro (FR), 7-2 Fearless Action (IRE), Conquer The Breeze (IRE), 9-2 Clean Getaway (IRE), 20-1 Belle Na Bann (IRE), Jackhammer (IRE), 40-1 Nonbinding (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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FOURTH RACE 7.10
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIO NEW BEGINNINGS FOR SPRING MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (29 wins from 247 runners, 12%) runs LILLISTAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (7 wins from 50 runners, 14%) runs LARAVIE
WEIGHTWATCHER: LONE STAR won off a handicap mark of 110, her rating is now down 17lb to 93. LONGEST TRAVELLER: JANWORTH trained by Mr Jamie Snowden, Lambourn, 258 miles.
Sixteen lengths seperated FEACH AMACH and Lillistar over this C&D last month, with the former seemingly benefiting greatly from a wind operation and the addition of cheekpieces The latter enjoys a healthy swing at the weights (now 20lb better off with the winner) but Adam Nicol’s charge progressed again when following-up at Perth and she may have enough in the tank to complete the hat-trick Laravie hasn’t been with the James Owen yard for long and she is also accorded respect.
1 LARAVIE (IRE) (97) 262602-
B m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Lohort Castle (IRE)
Mr Alex Chadwick (5) Laravie Partnership James Owen, Newmarket
Br Mrs Caitriona Cronin Beame
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability in bumpers/over hurdles in Ireland for Kevin O’Donnell. Well-backed and posted best effort since joining present yard when runner-up in a C&D maiden (soft) and, provided she proves equally effective on this quicker ground, the 6-y-o is likely to be on the premises. TFRHHHII BHA102
2 FEACH AMACH (IRE) (20) 6/0P411- CD
Ch m Fracas (IRE) - East of Tara (IRE)
5 11-13
Joshua Thompson (7)
Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Br J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORMVIEWOn the up since undergoing a breathing operation and equipped with cheekpieces, landing handicaps over this C&D and at Perth (partnered by Joshua Thompson on both occasions). Has shot up a combined 18lb for that brace but she’s clearly in the groove and the hat-trick beckons. TFRHHHHH BHA101
3 LONE STAR (GB) (6) 606P0-4 D 8 11-5
B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)
John Cornforth and Peter Rawcliffe
Joe Williamson (3)
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br R Johnson Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIt’s been over 2 years since she last got her head in front and the first-time cheekpieces (on again here) failed to spark a return to form at Kelso last week. TFRHHIII BHA93
4 PARK HIND (IRE) (21) 0//4P31P- D
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Coscorrig (IRE)
8 11-3
Miss Pippa Brown (7)
Mr V. Thompson Victor Thompson, Alnwick
Br D. Corry
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner last month but subsequently pulled up in a Kelso handicap hurdle (first run under Rules for present yard) and she’s now 0-16 in this sphere. TFRHIIII BHA91
5 JANWORTH (GB) (334) 3/044/20-
B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Buxom (IRE)
Mr A. J. & Mrs J. Ward
8 11-1
Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br A. J. & Mrs J. Ward BetVictor
TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t show much in her qualifying runs over hurdles but took a step forward on handicap debut when second at Fontwell (19f, good) last May. Failed to back that up at Worcester the following month and absent since. TFRHHHII BHA89
6 SUITABLY SURPRISED (IRE) (32) 021120- C
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bright Eyes
URSA Major -England
6 10-12
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Bright Eyes Syndicate Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWImprover in handicaps, landing a conditional jockeys’ race here (17f, good) in November before following up at Leicester 4 days later However, she didn’t offer much back from a 5-month break in the C&D contest won by Feach Amach. TFRHHIII BHA86
7 LILLISTAR (GB) (32) 500/032- 5 10-4
Gr m Zoustar (AUS) - Langlauf (USA)
Mr John Sidebottom & Mrs Kate Sidebottom
Br T Bloom
Brian Hughes
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on Flat for the Charltons and she has taken steps forward in handicap hurdles the last twice, latterly chasing home facile winner Feach Amach over this C&D. Beaten 16 lengths by Adam Nichol’s charge that day but now renews rivalry on 20lb better terms, so
1-2-3: 1.FEACH AMACH (IRE) 2.LILLISTAR 3.LARAVIE (IRE)
2024: BARRONS LAND (IRE) 6 11 1 Theo Gillard 12-1 (Donald McCain) 14 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Feach Amach (IRE), 10-3 Lillistar (GB), 4-1 Laravie (IRE), 13-2 Janworth (GB), 10-1 Suitably Surprised (IRE), 20-1 Lone Star (GB), 50-1 Park Hind (IRE)
DISABLED TOILETS/ BABY CHANGING FACILITIES
Disabled Toilets & Baby changing facilities can be found on both the ground floor & first floor of the Paxtons Stand and on the first floor in the Collins Stand.
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT SEDGEFIELD RACECOURSE
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage. Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a highspecification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital.
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse. We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website: www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk
FIFTH
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (29 wins from 247 runners, 12%) runs PIECEDERESISTANCE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Bowen (4 wins from 12 runners, 33%) runs GAVIN
WEIGHTWATCHER: GAVIN won off a handicap mark of 101, his rating is now down 8lb to 93.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: GAVIN trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 408 miles.
GAVIN confirmed the positives of his previous run when readily cashing in off his much-reduced mark at Ffos Las 7 days ago and wisely turned out under a penalty, he looks to hold prime follow-up claims for a yard firmly amongst the winners.Trailblazer arrives in good order and is feared. Addosh and Mr Sundancer are others to keep an eye on. 1-2-3:
1 PIECEDERESISTANCE (IRE) (159) 4/32//255- 7 12-0
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Positive Step (IRE) Brian Hughes Ryder and Alex Sugden
Br Highpark Bloodstock Ltd
Micky Hammond, Middleham
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful but ungenuine on Flat (stays 1 1/2m). Has shown fair form over hurdles, including when second in a Fakenham novice in October, but failed to progress in pair of handicaps thereafter (typically taking strong hold) thereafter last year Off 5 months ahead of this TFRHHHII BHA100
2 TRAILBLAZER (GB) (19) 434312- CD 6 11-12
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ballymore Celebre (IRE)
Joshua Thompson (7)
Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Br Carmel Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWProving pretty consistent prior to resuming winning ways in a 5-runner C&D handicap on penultimate outing last month. Ran creditably from 6lb higher mark without proving a match for easy winner at Perth (16.2f) 19 days ago and no surprise to see him go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA98
3
MR
SUNDANCER
(GB) (138) 140664- 7 11-12
B g Paco Boy (IRE) - Trumpet Lily
URSA Major Racing & Beswick Bloodstock
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br The Hon Mrs R. Pease Mark Walford Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Belatedly shed maiden tag over hurdles with a hood refitted at Downpatrick (17.7f) in August. Left Shark Hanlon thereafter and yet to scale same heights in trio of starts for present stable. Mark has eased further at least ahead of this return and forecast quicker ground may help TFRHHHII BHA98
4 ADDOSH (GB) (13) 453506- D
7 11-9
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Wild Storm Craig Nichol
Mr Joseph Bell & Partner Brian Ellison, Malton
Br Wild Storm Syndicate
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFlat/hurdles winner who has been operating below best under both codes since joining present stable, albeit seeming to find test inadequate when sixth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 13 days ago. Returns to hurdles from a further reduced mark, so not entirely discounted. TFRHHHII BHA95
5 GAVIN (GB) (7) F3002-1
B g Bated Breath - Under Milk Wood
7 11-7 (in 7lb ex)
Sean Bowen
Mr H. Jones Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Seasons Holidays PLC
TIMEFORMVIEWFallen in the weights and showed more spark after 5 months off when runner-up at Ffos Las (15.8f) in April. Confirmed promise of that effort when a wide-margin winner of 11-runner handicap back at that venue 7 days ago and he’s worthy of strong consideration under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA86
6 JET PATROL (IRE) (53) F0F050-
Br g Jet Away - Caramaleta (IRE)
8 10-12
Lewis Dobb (7)
Cakemuir Racing Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Br Doyle Brothers Sandy Thomson
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who took a step back in the right direction following wind surgery when fifth in handicap at Musselburgh (15.5f) in February. However, failed to back that up when well-held ninth in 12-runner contest back there in March. TFRHHHII BHA84
7 FOSHAN (IRE) (15) 0BP005-
6 10-2
B g The Last Lion (IRE) - China In My Hands Danny McMenamin Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Br Mr Seamus Mc Garvey
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden who showed up well for a long way when fifth in 10-runner C&D handicap last month. Never threatened back on the level at Ayr (13f) 2 weeks ago though, and percentage call to look elsewhere returned to this sphere. 6lb out of the weights TFRHHIII BHA68
2024: Div I - FOR THREE (IRE) 10 11 2 Jonathan England 9-2 (Sam England) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Div iI - FOSTER’S FORTUNE 5 11 12 Danny McMenamin 18-1 (Chris Grant) 12 ran
Visor worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 5, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 7.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £64,664 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.
INFORMATION & ENQUIRIES
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SIXTH RACE 8.10
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE RESOLVE CONTRACTS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (52 wins from 244 runners, 21%) runs DARTMOUTH CASTLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHE’S A DINGER trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 151 miles.
SCAIRP DUBH landed a point bumper at the end of March and gets the vote to repeat the feat on his Rules debut A market move for Laura Morgan’s newcomer She’s A Dinger would make her a potential big threat, while Dartmouth Castle showed ability on his Doncaster debut and might last longer this time
1.SCAIRP DUBH 2.SHE’S A DINGER 3.DARTMOUTH CASTLE
colours no horse age st lb
1 DARTMOUTH CASTLE (GB) (60) 6-
5 11-2
B g Dartmouth - Toboggan’s Fire Theo Gillard
Mr D. McMahon Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Mr T. P. McMahon & Mr D. McMahon
TIMEFORM VIEW Dartmouth gelding who possibly needed the run when fading to finish sixth of 7 on Doncaster debut (good) in May. Should last longer this time.
2 SCAIRP DUBH (GB) (45) 1-
TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 11-2
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Sinamay (USA) Ross Chapman
T C Racing Syndicate Tjade Collier, Wilsden
Br Wood Farm Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Won sole start in point bumpers in March and starts out under Rules in what could be a winnable race
3 FLEET STREET FLYER (GB) (-)
Ch g Master Carpenter (IRE) - Someone Exciting
TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 10-10
Edward Austin (5)
The Fleet Street Partnership David Thompson, Darlington
Br Someone Exciting Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Master Carpenter gelding Dam 6f-7f winner Stable 0-15 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 MIZ KLIMT (IRE) (33) 04-
B f Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Miz Makfi
4 10-3
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Ms S. Markham Jake Coulson, Heaton
Br Araobak Bloodstock Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers at Huntingdon and Hereford this spring TFRHHHII BHA-
5 SHE’S A DINGER (GB) (-)
4 10-3
B f Telescope (IRE) - Fluffy Clouds Lewis Dobb (7)
The Black And White Army L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
Br Shade Oak Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Telescope filly. Dam unraced. One for shortlist on debut given connections. Starts out in a very winnable contest TFRHHHHI BHA-
2024: LEADER WING (IRE) 4 10 10 Henry Brooke 9-2 (Tom Weston) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Dartmouth Castle (GB), 9-4 Scairp Dubh (GB), 4-1 She’s A Dinger (GB), 13-2 Miz Klimt (IRE), 16-1 Fleet Street Flyer (GB)
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First Race 5.40 - THE betvickers.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, and the third £1081. for 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 £44 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 7 entries at £44. - Closed May 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.10 - THE CANINE PREMIER FLEX PLUS JOINT SUPPLEMENT MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 7th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 10 entries at £38. - Closed May 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.40 - THE SPRAYCLAD UK NE 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, May 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 10 entries at £30. - Closed May 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.10 - THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIO NEW BEGINNINGS FOR SPRING MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £30. - Closed May 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.40 - THE VISIT THE NEW betvickers.com WEBSITE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £30. - Closed May 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.10 - THE RESOLVE CONTRACTS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 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 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, May 7th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 11 entries at £22. - Closed May 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
2025 FIXTURE LIST
KEY Bold text =Feature Day =Live Entertainment
JANUARY
Sunday 26 Afternoon Racing
FEBRUARY
Wednesday 5
Wednesday 19 Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing
MARCH
Tuesday 11 (A)
Thursday 20 Cheltenham Raceday AfternoonRacing
APRIL
Thursday 3(A)
Friday 11 (E) Aintree Thursday Ladies Evening
MAY
Tuesday 13 (E) Season Finale
SEPTEMBER
Thursday 4(E)
Tuesday 30 Country &Western Season Opener Afternoon Racing
OCTOBER
Wednesday 8
Sunday 19 (A) Afternoon Racing Durham National
NOVEMBER
Thursday 6
Thursday 13
Monday 24 Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing
DECEMBER
Friday 5(A)
Friday 26 (A) Festive Jumper Raceday Boxing Day Raceday
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