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ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 60YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £14800
Owners Prize Money. 1st £5978, 2nd £2988, 3rd £1495, 4th £747, 5th £373. (Penalty Value £7815.88)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Keighley (24 wins from 125 runners, 19%) runs JUST A DEAL & MISS ANTIPOVA
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs ROSTELLO
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: JUST A DEAL & MISS ANTIPOVA trained by M Keighley, Cheltenham, 112 miles.
ALI STAR BERT is very much heading in the right direction now and kept to this grade, Shaun Harris’ charge is fancied to bring up the hat-trick. Just A Deal showed aptitude for chasing back from long absence at Hereford in November so he may emerge as the main danger, with Rostello rounding off the shortlist
1-2-3: 1.ALI STAR BERT 2.JUST A DEAL 3.ROSTELLO (FR)
colours no horse age st lb
1 JUST A DEAL (GB) (125) 54321/-5 CD
8 12-2
B g Arvico (FR) - Monte Mayor Golf (IRE) Sean Bowen
Lloyd, Bailey & Jessup Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Mrs L. Pestell FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive hurdler for Caroline Bailey in 2020/21 and showed some aptitude for chasing back from long absence on debut for current yard at Hereford (25.2f) in November Ought to be sharper this time TFR####! BHA102
2 ROSTELLO (FR) (20) 543P43
8 11-12
Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR) Cillin Leonard (5)
Dr R. D. P. Newland Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich
Br Patrick Boiteau Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWStratford winner last July but has looked a shadow of that performer more recently Did take a small step back in the right direction in first-time blinkers at Leicester last month but he’s no certainty to build on that effort TFR###!! BHA98
3 ALI STAR BERT (GB) (23) 4-PP011 D
7 11-9
Jack Quinlan Mr S. A. Harris Shaun Harris, Worksop
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Clumber Pursuits
Br Mr Wilf Hobson
TIMEFORM VIEW Had offered precious little on his chasing debut but landed a gamble on just his second start over fences at Uttoxeter last month. Impressive when following up at Chepstow (26.2f, good to soft) just over 3 weeks ago he should make a bold bid for the hat-trick TFR##### BHA95
4 HIGH COUNSEL (IRE) (37) 41P3PR CD
Br g Presenting - The Bench (IRE)
Herongate Racers
14 11-1
Kevin Brogan
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Mr Hugh Calvey Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Warwick in May and Southwell in July (both around 3m). In-and-out form since but refused to race at Uttoxeter last month so can’t be recommended on the back of that TFR##!!! BHA87
5 LOCH GARMAN ARIS (IRE) (38) U2P-PBP D
13 10-11
B g Jammaal - See Em Aime (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3) The Brookes Family Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br M. Bolger & J. Lazenby
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran won twice in the mud at Bangor in May 2021 but has completed only once since, faring no better in first-time blinkers back at that venue last month. Others easier to fancy. TFR##!!! BHA83
6 BALLINOULART (IRE) (24) 44P00
B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lace Parasol (IRE)
5 10-9
Jonathan Burke
Taylormaid Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Susan Bredin Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Made frame both starts in Irish points but no real short-term encouragement to glean in 3 starts over hurdles in recent months. Makes chase/handicap debut TFR###!! BHA85
7 MISS ANTIPOVA (GB) (40) 23/F32-P
11 10-8
B m Pasternak - Herballistic James Best
Batsford Stud Racing
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br The Batsford Stud FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed twice over fences during summer of 2021 but offered little after 19 months off over hurdles at this track (25.8f) last month. Hard to warm to TFR###!! BHA80
TWISTEDFIRESTARTER (IRE) (52) 000F-F5
7 10-2
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Mercy Mission Ben Jones
REBEL JUMPING II
Br Liam Norris
Richard Spencer, Newmarket
Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest form in bumpers but couldn’t match that level over hurdles last season Failed to complete on seasonal/chase debut at Fontwell in November more like it after a wind op when mid-field at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to soft) since TFR###!! BHA74
9 GEMINI FIRE (IRE) (50) 00P06-P
6 10-2
Ch g Mahler - Verde Goodwood Ross Chapman
Hogarth Racing
Henry Hogarth, Stillington
Br Thistletown Stud Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on the first of 2 starts in points but hasn’t shown much over hurdles and fared no better switched to the larger obstacles at Sedgefield in January. Cheekpieces tried. TFR##!!! BHA72
2022: STEEL WAVE (IRE) 12 10 13 Tabitha Worsley 4-1 (Gary Hanmer) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 4.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6.
Stewards Note:
GEMINI FIRE: Following its run on 29/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Ali Star Bert (GB), 13-2 Rostello (FR), 15-2 Just A Deal (GB), 17-2 Twistedfirestarter (IRE), 12-1 Miss Antipova (GB), 14-1 Ballinoulart (IRE), 25-1 Loch Garman Aris (IRE), 33-1 High Counsel (IRE), 40-1 Gemini Fire (IRE)
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ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J O’Neill (24 wins from 130 runners, 18%) runs FILE ILLICO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Pauling (5 wins from 34 runners, 15%) runs THE GREY FALCO LONGEST TRAVELLER: GLAJOU trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 156 miles.
It turned out that COASTGUARD STATION was up against a smart sort when second at Doncaster just after Christmas and he can give the weight away on his return to action. The drop back to 2m should suit The Grey Falco who gets the nod to follow Henry Oliver’s charge home ahead of Desque de l’Isle
1-2-3: 1.COASTGUARD STATION (IRE) 2.THE GREY FALCO (FR) 3.DESQUE DE L’ISLE (FR)
colours no horse age st lb
1 COASTGUARD STATION (IRE) (81) 21-0312 CD 7 12-0
Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuruwaat (IRE) Henry Brooke
CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Br Michael O’Sullivan
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winning pointer who improved on his hurdles form when making a winning chase debut in 2m handicap at Doncaster in November Bumped into the smart Haddex des Obeaux back there since Leading claims. TFR##### BHA120
2 DESQUE DE L’ISLE (FR) (72) 45-P115 D
10 11-12
B g Special Kaldoun (IRE) - Naiade de L’Isle (FR) Charlie Deutsch
The Hon Lady Heber-Percy Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Mme Veronique Sayet Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever with comeback run under his belt, bagging pair of Ludlow handicaps (at 2m) in November/ December Proved disappointing at Wincanton (2m) when last seen in January but thereabouts if back to his best TFR###!! BHA118
3 JOKE DANCER (GB) (33) 426305 D
10 11-9
Ch g Authorized (IRE) - Missy Dancer Ross Chapman
D G Pryde & D Van Der Hoeven Sue Smith, Bingley Br Ashbrittle Stud Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a pair of handicaps at Kelso (17f) last spring Made a creditable return from 5-month break when runner-up at Wetherby in October but he’s been operating below that level since TFR##!!! BHA115
4 MANINSANE (IRE) (25) 241024 D
Ch g Salutino (GER) - Don’t Fall (IRE)
8 11-9
Lilly Pinchin (3)
Barrels Of Courage Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Joseph O’Dwyer Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Huntingdon in November Reacted well to first-time cheekpieces when second of 8 there in January but not in the same form when last of 4 since (Huntingdon again) TFR###!! BHA115
5 GLAJOU (FR) (133) 42521P CD
Br g Network (GER) - Toscane (FR)
7 11-8
A. P. Heskin
Mr John Hobbs Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser for Paul Nicholls but he’s not the most straightforward. Cashed in on a reduced mark at Worcester last summer but pulled up at Kempton in November and off since TFR##!!! BHA114
6 FILE ILLICO (FR) (20) 11-PPP2 D
8 11-7
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Noryane (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mr Yves De Soultrait Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 4 times in a very productive first season over fences. Started this season in completely contrasting fashion (pulled up on first 3 starts) and it’s hard to know whether his latest second of 3 at Leicester was any big step back in the right direction. TFR###!! BHA113
7 THE GREY FALCO (FR) (12) 103-0PP D BF 8 11-3
Gr g Falco (USA) - Take A Chance (FR) Luca Morgan
The Roaming Roosters Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mme Magalen Bryant Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEWWon over hurdles at Haydock last winter. Largely struggled since but he was better than being pulled up in 2 1/4m Fontwell handicap chase on his recent stable would imply, stopping quickly after going hard in front. Shorter trip now should help No surprise if he goes well TFR####! BHA109
RISK D’ARGENT (FR) (37) 32-3504 D 7 11-3
Gr g My Risk (FR) - Villebruyere (FR) Jonathan Burke
The Risk D’Argent Partnership
Br E. Raquin & SARL Poulinieres.com
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler. Not in the same for over fences last twice, although his latter at Uttoxeter was better than the first attempt. TFR###!! BHA109
9 ATLANTIC STORM (IRE) (49) 344200 CD
11 10-2
B g September Storm (GER) - Double Dream (IRE) Charlie Hammond
Mr Alistair Price Rob Summers, Solihull
Br John Kidd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 4-runner race over C&D in June Back to that sort of form when runner-up at Hereford in October, but needs to bounce back from 2 lesser runs since TFR##!!! BHA94
2022: CLEAR THE RUNWAY (IRE) 6 11 6 Adam Wedge 10-3 (L J Morgan) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 5.
Stewards Note:
DESQUE DE L’ISLE: Following its run on 7/1/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed throughout.
THE GREY FALCO: Following its run on 8/3/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Coastguard Station (IRE), 15-2 File Illico (FR), 8-1 Desque de L’Isle (FR), 9-1 Risk d’Argent (FR), 11-1 Glajou (FR), The Grey Falco (FR), 12-1 Maninsane (IRE), 16-1 Joke Dancer (GB), 20-1 Atlantic Storm (IRE)
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ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE PREMIER LEAGUE OFFERS AT RHINO.BET MARES’ OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4800
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) 9 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (48 wins from 218 runners, 22%) runs CLARAROSE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 48 runners, 15%) runs CLARAROSE LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAUNTY BELLE trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 281 miles.
Quite an interesting bumper DAYTONA BEACH ought to find this a bit easier than the Listed race she contested on debut and gets the nod but the likes of Brendas Asking, She’s A Fine Wine and Fashionelle also showed enough on their debuts to think they can play a part here, while Sanda Rena and Hey Day Baby are also respected after point wins
1-2-3: 1.DAYTONA BEACH (IRE) 2.BRENDAS ASKING (IRE) 3.SHE’S A FINE WINE (IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1 ARAGLEN STAR (IRE) (-)
6 11-2
B m Watar (IRE) - Cailin Aoibhinn (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3)
Dr David Pickering Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Michael O’Donoghue
TIMEFORM VIEW Watar mare Dam unplaced completed start in points Not an obvious sort on paper TFR#!!!! BHA-
2 BRENDAS ASKING (IRE) (39) F23
5 11-2
B m Ask - Lost It (IRE) Ciaran Gethings
Dr David Carey (Not The Turf Club) Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Br Mr Conor Hayes Templar Medical
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points and made a sound start to her Rules career when third of 16 at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft) 39 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts. TFR####! BHA-
3 CLARAROSE (IRE) (39) 60
5 11-2
B m Yeats (IRE) - Garranlea Maree (IRE) Harry Skelton
Mezzone Family Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Kevin Heaney Cms Kidderminster
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Last of 16 in bumper at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft, 14/1) 39 days ago, pulling hard and hanging badly left. Might be more tractable back on a left-handed course TFR##!!! BHA-
4 FORCETA (IRE) (23) 4
5 11-2
B m Life Force (IRE) - Coleta (IRE) Aaron Anderson (5) Mr M. E. Sowersby Mike Sowersby, Malton
Br Dermot Day Mike Sowersby Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 200/1, modest form when remote fourth of 7 in bumper at Newcastle (AW) on debut 23 days ago. TFR#!!!! BHA-
5 HEY DAY BABY (IRE) (120) P-501
5 11-2
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Midnight Choir (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Coral Racing Club Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Benjamin J. Daunt Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW £45,000 buy after making it fourth time lucky in Irish points in November Would enter the reckoning if the betting suggests she’s fancied. TFR####! BHA-
6 JAUNTY BELLE (GB) (48) 0
5 11-2
Ch m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Jaunty Spirit Ben Jones Three Men & The Filly David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br B. J. Eckley
TIMEFORMVIEW 40/1, seventh of 9 in bumper at Ffos Las (2m, soft) on debut 48 days ago. Looks more one for the longer term TFR#!!!! BHA-
7 KAYF HOPE (IRE) (113) 221
B m Kayf Tara - No Time For Tears (IRE)
6 11-2
Mr John Reddington (7)
Mr J. Reddington Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood
Br Mr S. Gorman J R L Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £55,000 after winning an Irish point in November Another to consider TFR###!! BHA-
8
LUCKY ROSE (IRE) (89) 2
5 11-2
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Shantou Rose (IRE) James Davies
Allison, Allison, Williams Noel Williams, Blewbury
Br Mrs Deborah Hobson Noel Williams Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, second of 9 in bumper at Lingfield (AW) on debut 89 days ago. May do better TFR###!! BHA-
9
MILAN’S RUBY (IRE) (365) F-
5 11-2
B m Milan - Some Gem (IRE) Tom Bellamy
Ratkatcha Racing Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey Tmt Construction Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHeld when fell 2 out in a maiden point a year ago but still one to monitor in the betting for a stable which enjoys plenty of bumper success. TFR###!! BHA-
10
SANDA RENA (IRE) (99) 1
5 11-2
B m Getaway (GER) - Conors Miracle (IRE) Luca Morgan
The Megsons Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Michael O’Regan Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW£150,000 purchase after making a winning start in the Irish pointing field in December
Very interesting runner TFR####! BHA-
11 SHE’S A FINE WINE (IRE) (34) 2
5 11-2
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Morning Run (IRE) Sean Bowen
Mr Denis Tumelty Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Miss Marie Murphy
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, second of 12 in bumper at Ayr (2m, good to soft, 7/2) on debut 34 days ago. May do better and respected. TFR####! BHA-
12 DAYTONA BEACH (IRE) (41) 5
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Dalkova
4 10-6
Bryony Frost
Mr Rae Guest Rae Guest, Newmarket
Br Godolphin Keystone Law
TIMEFORM VIEW Sister to 2 winners, including fairly useful 2m/19f hurdle winner Clear White Light. 16/1, showed plenty of promise when fifth of 8 in a Market Rasen listed bumper on her debut 6 weeks ago. Major player with her sights lowered. TFR##### BHA-
13
FASHIONELLE (IRE) (66) 2
4 10-6
B f Champs Elysees - Featherlight James Best
Mrs Celia Djivanovic Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Miss Victoria Markowiak Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, second of 10 in bumper at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft) on debut 66 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Rae Guest. Another to consider
14 RARE FIND (GB) (-)
TFR####! BHA-
4 10-6
B or Gr f Geordieland (FR) - Lady Blade (IRE) Jack Quinlan
Mr E. A. Condon John Butler, Newmarket
Br E. G. M. Beard Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Geordieland filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler Thegaygardener, stayed 2 1/2m, and modest hurdler Billy Blade One to note in the betting on debut. TFR###!! BHA2022: MAGICAL MAGGIE 5 10 11 Alex Edwards 25-1 (Alastair Ralph) 11 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Daytona Beach (IRE), 6-1 Sanda Rena (IRE), 7-1 Brendas Asking (IRE), She’s A Fine Wine (IRE), 8-1 Fashionelle (IRE), 10-1 Hey Day Baby (IRE), 12-1 Lucky Rose (IRE), 16-1 Kayf Hope (IRE), 20-1 Milan’s Ruby (IRE), 25-1 Rare Find (GB), 33-1 Clararose (IRE), 100-1 Araglen Star (IRE), Forceta (IRE), 150-1 Jaunty Belle (GB)
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TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DOWNLOAD THE RHINO.BET APP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (24 wins from 115 runners, 21%) runs LEADING THEATRE & SURTITLE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (5 wins from 27 runners, 19%) runs LEADING THEATRE & SURTITLE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: BERTIE BLUE trained by Mrs E Fenton, Marlborough, 154 miles.
WHITERHINOisnow19lbhighercomparedtowhenmakingawinninghandicapdebutoverC&Dlastmonth, but the way he went about his business when going in again at Wetherby a week later suggested that he is on a pretty steep upward curve. Indeed, this low-mileage 7-y-o probably has more to offer and he gets the nod ahead of another with few miles on the clock in Bertie Blue If Glencassley is tuned-up following a break he could also have a say, along with the consistent LeadingTheatre.
1-2-3: 1.WHITE RHINO (IRE) 2.BERTIE BLUE 3.GLENCASSLEY (IRE)
colours no horse
1 SURTITLE (IRE) (17) 3213-53
age st lb
7 12-2
B g Presenting - Annabaloo (IRE) Jack Hogan (5) Burkes & Syders Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Stephanie Hanly
TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessful start over hurdles in a Newbury novice last February and fairly promising handicap debut fifth on return over 16.6f at Doncaster. Perhaps a bit too free upped to 20.5f in a first-time tongue strap back at Newbury last time and, now 2lb lower, he needs a second look TFR###!! BHA112
2 GLENCASSLEY (IRE) (354) 1563F4- C D
B g Yeats (IRE) - Reseda (GER)
8 12-1
Sean Quinlan
Mr Grant Leon Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br S. J. Murphy Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEWWinner of novice events here and at Wetherby in 2021, and largely acquitted himself well switched to handicap company last season, for all that he was a shade disappointing on final start of that campaign. Eased 5lb since and will be a threat if ready to roll following 11 months off. TFR###!! BHA111
3
REPUBLICAN (GB) (22) 54-0441 D
B g Kayf Tara - Noun de La Thinte (FR)
8 12-0
Jonathan Burke
Mr Edward J. Ware Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn
Br Miss V. M. Williams Rewards 4 Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a long losing run when edging home in front in a 4-runner Hereford handicap (19.7f) last month. Up just 1lb for that but this is tougher and, in any case, he’s by no means an obvious type to follow up TFR###!! BHA110
4
GRASSE D’OLIVERIE (FR) (71) 1206F-0
B m Balko (FR) - My Belle du Rheu (FR)
6 12-0
Luca Morgan
Mrs J. M. Mayo Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br E.A.R.L Ecurie de L’Oliverie & Suc. Clau Premier Plastering (UK) Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWide-margin winner of a mares ’ hurdle at Cagnes-sur-Mer a year ago but not at the same level since, including on yard debut in 2m Chepstow handicap hurdle in January. Needs to take a sizeable step forward upped in trip here. TFR#!!!! BHA110
5 LEADING THEATRE (IRE) (63) 134122
7 11-13
B m Leading Light (IRE) - Theatre Days (IRE) Max Kendrick
Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Charlie Harnett Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEWDualbumperwinnerwhoregisteredhersecondvictoryinthissphereatFontwellinOctober.Runner-upbothstartssince,latterlycollaredclosehome by an unexposed type at Hereford (19.7f), in turn pulling nicely clear of the third, who has won since Should give another good account. TFR###!! BHA109
6 BERTIE BLUE (GB) (23) 0525-32
6 11-12
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Madame Allsorts
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Tom Bellamy Biltmore Syndicate
Br R & R Musson Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed plenty of ability in bumpers and likewise in maiden hurdles at Plumpton and Chepstow (both at around this trip on good to soft). Improvement likely now making his way into handicap company and he’s high on the shortlist. TFR####! BHA108
7 JACKS TOUCH (IRE) (52) 2/-266
B m Jeremy (USA) - Jennys Gem (IRE)
The Jack’s Touch Paartnership
8 11-12
Jay Tidball (7)
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting
Br L. Doyle Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when runner-up first 2 starts over hurdles 21 months apart but hasn’t made much of an impact the last twice, including when sixth of 17 on handicap debut at Huntingdon TFR##!!! BHA108
8
PAY THE PILOT (GB) (63) 2/1-P
6 11-12
B g Telescope (IRE) - Becky B Ciaran Gethings
Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Br Shade Oak Stud Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPickedupfor£130,000afterfinishingsecondinanIrishbumperandmade winningyard/hurdles debut ina3-runner FfosLas novice (2 1/2m)lastspring However, he didn’t offer much when pulled up on return/handicap bow in in first-time eyeshields (discarded here) at Hereford in January. TFR##!!! BHA108
9 PINNACLE PEAK (GB) (50) 4111-P6 CD
8 11-11
B g Passing Glance - Giovanna Sean Bowen
M Boothright & R Lloyd Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedwhenthecheekpieceswentonin2021,completingaahat-trickinhandicaphurdleswithawide-marginsuccessoverthisC&D.Wellheldboth starts over fences since returning from an 18-month absence, though, and needs to bounce back in a major way now returned to this sphere TFR#!!!! BHA107
10 TIGERTEN (GB) (13) 133-44F
6 11-11
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Morning Bride (IRE) Charlie Todd
Mr Richard J. Gurr Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Team Hogdala AB Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWWon Kempton novice hurdle (21f) for David Bridgwater last February but generally below in various race-types since, both over jumps and on the Flat. Not disgraced second start for new yard on the level recently but opposable back hurdling in this competitive race TFR##!!! BHA107
11
EYED (GB) (52) 4P-0P
6 11-3
B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp Kevin Brogan
Mr Martin Hughes Paul Webber, Banbury
Br R. J. McAlpine Old Oak Holdings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWOnly modest form in his 3 qualifying runs and improvement was not forthcoming on handicap debut (first start following a wind op) at Huntingdon where he was pulled up before the second-last. TFR#!!!! BHA99
12
WHITE RHINO (IRE) (33) 00011 CD
7 10-11
B g Doyen (IRE) - Aventia (IRE) Henry Brooke
The Rhino Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Kenilworth House Stud Swansway
TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’tshowmuchinmaiden/novicecompanybutleftthatformmilesbehinduppedintripforhishandicapbowwhenscoringindecisivefashionoverC&D last month Followed up under a penalty in equally good style at Wetherby and very much of interest, despite a significant rise in the weights TFR##### BHA93
2022: NIBLAWI (IRE) 10 11 13 Lee Edwards 16-1 (Adam West) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 White Rhino (IRE), 9-2 Bertie Blue (GB), 13-2 Leading Theatre (IRE), 8-1 Republican (GB), 17-2 Glencassley (IRE), 11-1 Surtitle (IRE), 16-1 Tigerten (GB), 22-1 Pay The Pilot (GB), 28-1 Pinnacle Peak (GB), 33-1 Jacks Touch (IRE), 40-1 Grasse d’Oliverie (FR), 50-1 Eyed (GB)
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TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
Total prize fund £8200
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (24 wins from 115 runners, 21%) runs DIV INE TARA
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (5 wins from 27 runners, 19%) runs DIV INE TARA
LONGEST TRAVELLER: KALPAGA trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 178 miles.
The most appealing of these is EMILY WADE, who caught the eye when staying on into third on her handicap debut here and this stiffer test should be right up her street Valentine Getaway can be expected to find some improvement now moving up in trip for this handicap bow and she is feared most ahead of fellow handicap debutante Div Ine Tara
1-2-3: 1.EMILY WADE (IRE) 2.VALENTINE GETAWAY (IRE) 3.DIV INE TARA
colours no horse age st lb
1
PRESENTING BELLE (IRE) (25) F/-PP2
6 12-0
B m Valirann (FR) - Lace Parasol (IRE) Bryony Frost
J and J McAndrew Lucy Wadham, Newmarket
Br Susan Bredin Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
TIMEFORMVIEWPulledupfirst2startsunderRulesbutpresumablyallthebetterforundergoingawindopjudgedonimprovedsecondina20.7fHuntingdon novice last month However, handed a tough-looking opening mark as a consequence and others make more appeal TFR##!!! BHA102
2 VALENTINE GETAWAY (IRE) (27) 454
5 11-7
B m Getaway (GER) - Awesome Miracle (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr The Valentine Partnership Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Richella Rohan Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWClosely related to the classy Queens Brook and positives to glean from her efforts in mares ’ maiden hurdle in October. Little impact back from a break at Market Rasen last month but she’s in good hands and is expected to raise her game now upped in trip for this handicap debut. TFR####! BHA95
3 PADDY’S FANCY (GB) (28) 16523 BF
Gr f New Bay - Likelihood (USA)
Zoe Hassall & George Hassall
4 11-5
Henry Brooke
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd Swansway
TIMEFORMVIEWModest on the Flat but switch to hurdles/fitting of cheekpieces did the trick at Leicester where she justified support in a 7-runner juvenile event in November Limitations seemingly exposed since, though, and current mark is probably beyond her TFR###!! BHA105
4
DAZZLING DOVE (GB) (28) 644-0P3
B m Winged Love (IRE) - Dans Desert
Old Bloxhamist Racing
8 11-5
Sean Bowen
Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
Br A. W. Buller Fairfax and Favor Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden in Ireland but she made a positive start for new connections in a first-time tongue strap when third in a 12-runner Lingfield handicap (2m) last month. However, this step back up in trip is a worry, as she hardly shaped as though crying out for it that day. TFR###!! BHA93
5 MISS SOLITAIRE (IRE) (42) 06064
B m Valirann (FR) - Estuary Princess (IRE)
5 11-4
Sean Quinlan
The Brothers Grimm Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Francis Flynn Pra World Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFirst sign of ability, albeit possibly flattered, when fourth of 7 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f) last time Opening mark probably fair at best and it’s likely that she’ll need to step up a notch or two in order to emerge on top here TFR###!! BHA92
6 KALPAGA (FR) (27) 45-0P30
B m Kamsin (GER) - Via Carolina (FR)
ER Newnham and JD Shinton
6 11-2
Charlie Price (3)
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br Erick Bec de La Motte & E.A.R.L. La Dari Dragonbet, Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFrench import who posted her best effort for current yard when third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f) last month. Failed to build on that, to put it mildly, at Taunton next time, though, and it’s probably best to look elsewhere TFR##!!! BHA90
7 EMILY WADE (IRE) (40) 4U6003
Ch m Lucky Speed (IRE) - Bealath Champ (IRE)
6 10-6
Jonathan England
Mr Stephen Smith Sam England, Guiseley
Br Sunnyhill Stud & Kiernan Leavy Rsh Bradford Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWJust modest form at best in bumpers (for Tjade Collier) and initial efforts in this sphere were hardly inspiring Conversely, she took a significant step forward when third on handicap debut over 15.8f here last month and this step up in trip looks a good move TFR##### BHA80
TARA (GB) (185) 6240-30
8 10-5
B m Kayf Tara - Mid Div And Creep Liam Harrison (3)
Mrs K Exall & Mr G Molen Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mrs K. Exall & Mr A. Exall Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame on a couple of occasions in bumpers and while she has yet to make much of an impact in this sphere, it’s still early days and improvement may well be on the cards now moving up in trip for this handicap debut TFR###!! BHA79
2022: STARLYTE (IRE) 5 11 2 Charlie Todd 7-2 (Ian Williams) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Emily Wade (IRE), 9-2 Valentine Getaway (IRE), 6-1 Dazzling Dove (GB), 15-2 Div Ine Tara (GB), 8-1 Paddy’s Fancy (GB), 17-2 Miss Solitaire (IRE), 12-1 Presenting Belle (IRE), 22-1 Kalpaga (FR)
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ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE PRICE BOOSTS ON FOOTBALL AT RHINO.BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (48 wins from 218 runners, 22%) runs GET UP MUSH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 48 runners, 15%) runs GET UP MUSH LONGEST TRAVELLER: STRAIGHTUPSNICKET trained by S Allwood, Whitchurch, 153 miles.
JOE DADANCER arrives on the up over hurdles and holds much the best form too so is taken to go one better than when a clear Linfgield second last time and open his account. Get Up Mush rates the chief threat on the back of his Wetherby success with point scorer Another Day Out not ruled out starting out over hurdles
1-2-3: 1.JOE DADANCER (IRE) 2.GET UP MUSH (IRE) 3.ANOTHER DAY OUT (IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1 GET UP MUSH (IRE) (44) 3-301
5 11-12
B g Getaway (GER) - Steel Lady (IRE) Harry Skelton
Mr Michael Ariss Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br The Cedars Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEW Third on sole outing in Irish points and showed a good turn of foot to get off the mark at Wetherby (19.7f) last month. Much respected under his 7lb penalty.
2 ANNAHARVEY LAD (IRE) (14) 4/3-4
7 11-5
B g Famous Name - Annaharvey Pride (IRE) Ross Chapman
Mrs S. Smith Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Conor McGrath Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in 2 Irish points in spring 2021 and shaped encouragingly when fourth of 9 in novice hurdle at Wetherby (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 14 days ago. Can build on it now TFR###!! BHA-
3 BAD ATTITUDE (GB) (101) 4-
B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Cry Freedom (IRE)
6 11-5
Charlie Todd
Mr Nigel Hardy Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
Br Horizon Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFair Flat winner, scoring 3 times last year Below par of late for Christine Dunnett so needs to bounce back on his yard bow/second run over hurdles (fourth here in early 2021). Others appeal more. TFR##!!! BHA-
4 JOE DADANCER (IRE) (28) F-042
B g Califet (FR) - Sister Phoebe (IRE)
6 11-5
Luca Morgan
The Megsons Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Ms Sabrina Maguire Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Clear when fell last sole start in Irish points and has progressed with each of his three hurdling runs, clear second of 16 in novice hurdle at Lingfield (19.5f, good) 28 days ago. The clear form pick TFR##### BHA116
5 PICKS LAD (GB) (90) 136 D
7 11-5
B g Westlake - Pic of The Paddock Ciaran Gethings
S W Racing Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Br Mr Howard Pickersgill Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Ayr but failed to build on hurdling debut third when only sixth in novice hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) 90 days ago. Worth another chance TFR###!! BHA-
6 STRAIGHTUPSNICKET (IRE) (26) 42-P0P
5 11-5
Craig Nichol David Harris Racing Ltd. Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
B g Westerner - Gerry’s Girl (IRE)
Br Mr J. P. Finlay Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second of 2 starts in points but no show in a trio of outings over hurdles outings. TFR##!!! BHA-
7 ANOTHER DAY OUT (IRE) (78) U-51
B m Ocovango - Earthshan (IRE)
Lloyd Bailey Jessup & Proctor
5 10-12
Sean Bowen
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Ms Linda Twomey Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEW £16,000 5-y-o, Ocovango mare. Dam unraced. Got off mark in Irish points at third attempt in January so needs considering starting out in this sphere. Worth a market check. TFR####! BHA-
8
BELLELOISE (GB) (103) 550-00
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Sabreflight
5 10-12
Kevin Brogan
Mr David Coates Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Sabre Stud
Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in bumpers and fared no better tried hurdling at Leicester in December
2022: BOOMBAWN (IRE) 5 11 3 Harry Skelton 2-5 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
TFR##!!! BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Joe Dadancer (IRE), 11-4 Get Up Mush (IRE), 6-1 Picks Lad (GB), 8-1 Another Day Out (IRE), 12-1 Annaharvey Lad (IRE), 25-1 Bad Attitude (GB), 150-1 Straightupsnicket (IRE), 300-1 Belleloise (GB)
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ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 60YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £8200
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (48 wins from 218 runners, 22%) runs KINGSFORT HILL
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 48 runners, 15%) runs KINGSFORT HILL
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MY TICKETYBOO trained by C Gordon, Winchester, 166 miles.
TELEFINA trained by A West, Epsom, 166 miles.
WALK INTHE STORM made a promising start to life in handicaps when runner-up at Ffos Las last time and with this longer trip also a plus she is fancied to add to her earlier bumper success. Hat-trick seeking My Ticketyboo rates the obvious threat with veteran Breizh Alko appealing as the pick of the rest for place purposes
1-2-3: 1.WALK IN THE STORM (IRE) 2.MY TICKETYBOO (IRE) 3.BREIZH ALKO (FR)
colours no horse age st lb
1 BREIZH ALKO (FR) (28) 11P-PP2 D
12 12-1
Ch g Balko (FR) - Quisiera (FR) Sean Bowen
Mr David Parry Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br J. Talonneau, P. Ridard & J. Provost Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran chaser who posted a creditable second of 12 back over hurdles at Lingfield (23f, good) 28 days ago. Can give another good account. TFR###!!
2 HEADS OR HARPS (GB) (50) P-1PP4 D
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dametori (FR)
6 12-1
Luca Morgan
Mr Mark Blandford Michael Scudamore, Bromsash
Br Mr Rowland Crellin Tote
101
TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessful on the second of 2 starts in points but only modest form shown in three runs over hurdles, having breathing op and tongue tied before fourth of 11 in novice here (20.4f, good) 50 days ago. Needs to build on it now going into handicaps. TFR###!! BHA101
3 THESE HAPPY DAZE (GB) (38) F200FP
6 11-9
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Gaspaie (FR) Jack Hogan (5) Happy Daze Racing Partnership Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
Br Mr T. Westmacott & Mr C. Leech W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Is proving more miss than hit and pulled up in handicap hurdle at Bangor (23f, good to soft)
38 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFR##!!! BHA95
4 KINGSFORT HILL (GB) (40) U-05600
B g Multiplex - Pugnacious Lady
Ms D. O Connor
8 11-6
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mickley Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked limited in bumpers in Ireland in 2019/20 and just minor promise over hurdles for present yard, seventh of 14 in handicap here (20.4f, good) 40 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter TFR##!!! BHA92
5 WALK IN THE STORM (IRE) (15) 60-0042
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mucho Macabi (IRE)
Peel Racing Syndicate
Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
6 10-13
Charlie Todd
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has shaped with encouragement over hurdles, running-on second of 16 in handicap at Ffos Las (20f, good to soft) 15 days ago. This longer trip promises to suit. Big shout. TFR##### BHA85
6 MY TICKETYBOO (IRE) (42) 30-0011
B g Shirocco (GER) - Subtle Hint (IRE)
Mr L. Gilbert
5 10-13
Mr Freddie Gordon (7)
Chris Gordon, Winchester
Br Ian Williams Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Got off the mark at Fontwell in January and followed up off 6lb higher there 42 days ago. Just 1lb higher now and well in the mix once more. TFR####! BHA85
7 SLEVE DONARD (IRE) (104) F3153/-P D
9 10-10
B g Mountain High (IRE) - Ceart Go Leor (IRE) Kevin Brogan
The Blakesley Racing Club
Br Oldcourt Partnership
Tracey Leeson, Towcester
TIMEFORMVIEWTook seven attempts to get off the mark in points and well beaten all three starts over hurdles, pulled up at Uttoxeter in December Hard to make a case for on his handicap bow. TFR##!!! BHA82
TELEFINA (GB) (24) P2530P
B m Telescope (IRE) - Haatefina
Lee Edwards
Silver Lining Racing Adam West, Epsom
Br Francis, Mc Geoch & Jackson
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler at best who ran well from 7lb out of the weights when third at Taunton (23.9f) in December Has failed to build on that effort both starts since, though TFR##!!! BHA75
2022: THE QUESTIONER (IRE) 6 10 9 Craig Nichol 10-1 (Oliver Greenall) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.
Stewards Note:
THESE HAPPY DAZE: Following its run on 10/2/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 My Ticketyboo (IRE), 9-4 Walk In The Storm (IRE), 15-2 Breizh Alko (FR), Kingsfort Hill (GB), 16-1 Heads Or Harps (GB), 22-1 Telefina (GB), 25-1 These Happy Daze (GB), 40-1 Sleve Donard (IRE)
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First Race 2.00 - THE DAILY CHARGED UP OFFERS AT RHINO.BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7815 to the winning horse The second to receive £3596, the third £1798, the fourth £899 and the fifth £448. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 14th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 27 entries at £74. - Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5978; Second £2988; Third £1495; Fourth £747; Fifth £373. (Penalty Value £7815.88)
SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.35 - THE FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @betrhino HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 12 entries, at £75.Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.05 - THE PREMIER LEAGUE OFFERS AT RHINO.BET MARES’ OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for maiden four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares 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, March 14th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 34 entries at £24. - Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) 9 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
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Fourth Race 3.35 - THE DOWNLOAD THE RHINO.BET APP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 22 entries, at £75. - Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.05 - THE RHINO.BET MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4330 to the winning horse The second to receive £1992, the third £996, the fourth £498 and the fifth £248. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 14th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 24 entries at £41. - Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.35 - THE PRICE BOOSTS ON FOOTBALL AT RHINO.BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, March 14th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 29th, 2023. 25 entries at £45.Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.05 - THE DISCOVER WHAT’S TRENDING AT RHINO.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4330 to the winning horse The second to receive £1992, the third £996, the fourth £498 and the fifth £248. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 14th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors have kindly provided a prize for the groom in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 22 entries at £41. - Closed March 14th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)
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