Allen DavisFormer National Hunt Jockey

The son of a Rufford colliery miner, Allen Davis spent his entire career in racing working for farmer Walter Buxton, joining him at Coneygree Farm, Hoveringham, Nottinghamshire aged 17 in 1948. He rode his first winner, aged 19 for Buxton on the 6 year old mare Alciston at Market Rasen on Easter Monday, 10th April 1950, by when Davis was Buxton’s head lad (in the words of the Nottingham Evening Post ‘Alan Davis must be the youngest head lad in charge of a racing stable in Britain’). Buxton moved to Lowdham Lodge, Lowdham, Nottinghamshire in 1952. Allen Davis rode a total of 16 winners from 1950 to 1966. 8 of these winners were on a remarkable gelding, ‘Cheera’ who won 10 hurdle races, racing until he was 16 in 1971.

‘Cheera’ (nicknamed ‘Herbert’ in the yard) was bred by Lord Willoughby de Broke, owned by Mr. L E Rowson and trained by Walter Buxton. Davis first won on him at Wolverhampton in February 1960 and the last winner he rode was on ‘Cheera’ at Southwell in March 1966. His last ride was at Doncaster in January 1977, one month short of his 46th birthday.

Allen Davis also rode for permit trainer Frank Coton whose yard was nearby at Epperstone, Nottinghamshire. Davis finally left Walter Buxton in 1978 after working for him for 30 years.

Allen Richard Davis was born on 25th February 1931 and died peacefully on 16th January 2023.

SECOND RACE 5.10

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ALLEN DAVIS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £9200 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1857, 3rd £929, 4th £465, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

Race Stats

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 224 runners, 22%) runs QUID PRO QUO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 53 runners, 13%) runs QUID PRO QUO LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOMEKINDOFSTAR trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 132 miles.

In a light 2022/23 campaign, JOLY MAKER has recorded two wins at Stratford from 3 starts and this strong-travelling type can score again on his second run back following a 7-month absence. Luckofthedraw has been in good form of late and could be the main danger, with Quid Pro Quo completing the shortlist on his handicap hurdle debut

1-2-3: 1.JOLY MAKER (IRE) 2.LUCKOFTHEDRAW (FR) 3.QUID PRO QUO (IRE) colours no horse age st lb

1 SOMEKINDOFSTAR (IRE) (150) 4-23150 D 10 12-0

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Katty Barry (IRE) Lilly Pinchin (3)

Mrs J. May Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br S. Michael Millar Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEWIn first-timetonguetie, made awinningstartforcurrentyard atWarwick (2m4f) inSeptember However,below form incheekpieces both outings since, including at this C&D when last seen in November Needs to get back on track with headgear now left off. TFR###!! BHA115

2 QUID PRO QUO (IRE) (16) 140PP3

7 11-13

Ch g Beat Hollow - Thieving Gypsy (IRE) Fergus Gillard (3)

Mr John P. McManus Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded his first 2 starts over hurdles in maiden/novice events last year, before coming up short in Grade 2 contests to begin his 2022/23 campaign. Struggled over fences on his last 3 outings, but could be dangerous if bouncing back on handicap hurdle debut. TFR####! BHA114

3 LUCKOFTHEDRAW (FR) (18) 6P0213 D

10 11-12

Gr g Martaline - La Perspective (FR) Niall Houlihan (3)

Mrs M.E.Latham Mr John R Latham

Br Mr Claude Michel

Toby Bulgin, Thetford

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulinhandicapchasesatFontwellandHuntingdonin2021/22andhasreturnedtoformonhislast3starts,gettingbacktowinning ways at Huntingdon (19.9f) in March. Possibly stretched by longer trip on latest outing, so he’s respected back down in distance TFR####! BHA113

4 JOLY MAKER (IRE) (27) 124-141 C D

9 11-8

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Joly Coeur (FR)

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Jonjo O’Neill Jr Mr John P. McManus

Br Stephane Milaveau Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWReliable sort who has scored twice at Stratford (both at 19.4f) from only 3 starts in 2022/23, making a winning return from 7 months off at the beginning of the month. Strong traveller who can add another win to his tally. TFR##### BHA

5 HERE WE HAVE IT (IRE) (41) 5P-31PP C

8 11-7

B g Mahler - Islands Sister (IRE) Kevin Brogan

The Stagger Inn

109

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Br Mrs A. S. O’Brien Postpack Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Overcome poor position to win handicap chase at this course (15.8f) in December However, pulled up both starts since so he needs to leave his form this year behind with visor back on Should be suited by this distance TFR###!! BHA108

6 FABRIQUE EN FRANCE (FR) (19) 13433P

B g Yeats (IRE) - Knar Mardy

Fitorfat Racing

8 11-4

William Kennedy

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Mme Amanda Lysaght McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark over fences in handicap at Worcester (16.5f) in June but hasn’t gone on as hoped since Some encouragement after 7 months off when third at Uttoxeter in February, though not in the same form next time TFR###!! BHA105

7 COMMANDER OF TEN (IRE) (17) 64-3060

B g Doyen (IRE) - Some Sport (IRE)

Mrs Lynne Maclennan

6 11-4

Liam Harrison (3)

Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Br Mr Ian Shanahan Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone backwards from an encouraging seasonal/hurdling debut in the autumn, faring no better after a second wind op when well held on his handicap bow at Exeter 17 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time as he now goes chasing TFR##!!! BHA105

8

CENOTICE (GB) (34) 1-4403P

B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Kenny’s Dream

Mr D. McMahon

Br Mickley Stud

9 11-2

Peter Kavanagh (5)

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWWon 3 times in handicaps following a lengthy absence in 2021/22 but beaten just one rival in 5 starts this season, pulled up at Bangor last time Is becoming well-treated if first-time cheekpieces can spark a revival. TFR##!!! BHA103

9 GROW NASA GROW (IRE) (663) 51011///P- 12 10-2

Ch g Mahler - Dereenavurrig (IRE)

Winks, O’mara, Connor & Whinfrey

Br Mrs Deborah Hobson

John Kington

Peter Winks, Barnsley

TIMEFORMVIEWFour chase wins during a productive spell in 2018 but has only had the one start since, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen back in July 2021. Off a further 22 months ahead of return to chasing. Best watched. TFR##!!! BHA84

2022: PERCUSSION 7 11 5 Adam Wedge 4-1 (L J Morgan) 6 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7, 8. Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

QUID PRO QUO: Following its run on 12/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

FABRIQUE EN FRANCE: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

CENOTICE: Following its run on 25/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Joly Maker (IRE), 7-2 Luckofthedraw (FR), 9-2 Quid Pro Quo (IRE), 8-1 Fabrique En France(FR), 10-1 Somekindofstar (IRE), 12-1 Here We Have It (IRE), 16-1 Cenotice (GB), 40-1 Commander of Ten (IRE), 50-1 Grow Nasa Grow (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 5.40

ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES

THEJOINSOUTHWELLGOLFCLUBMARES’OPENMAIDENNATIONALHUNTFLATRACE (CLASS5)(Category3Elimination)(GBBRACE)

Total prize fund £4800 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) 23 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (25 wins from 119 runners, 21%) runs SUNDAY SOLDIER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs CALL THE DANCE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MALAGO ROSE trained by S Earle, Warminster, 165 miles.

CALLTHE DANCE is well bred and left the impression she’d improve for her debut at Ludlow in January, so a chance is taken on her to see off Young At Heart, who also made an encouraging start. Bethpage is the pick of the remainder.

1-2-3: 1.CALL THE DANCE 2.YOUNG AT HEART (IRE) 3.BETHPAGE (IRE) colours no horse age st lb

1 ARAGLEN STAR (IRE) (4) 060

6 11-4

B m Watar (IRE) - Cailin Aoibhinn (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3)

Le Soleil Racing Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Br Michael O’Donoghue JS Invest Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability first two starts but latest effort at Hexham (4 days ago) lacked encouragement and she has something to find TFR#!!!! BHA-

2 BELLE SAINT (GB) (112) 0

6 11-4

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Tazzarine (FR) Shane Quinlan (3) MY RACING MANAGER FRIENDS - MAKO

Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br R. F. Bailey My Racing Manager Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW From a good family but not much encouragement when down the field at Ludlow first time out. Others are more persuasive. TFR##!!! BHA-

3 BETHPAGE (IRE) (55) 6

5 11-4

B m Getaway (GER) - Princess Knapping (IRE) Joe Anderson (7) Bonita Racing Club

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br Liam O’Regan Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEW Sixth of 12 in bumper (22/1) at Newbury (16.3f, good to firm) on NH debut 55 days ago, unable to sustain effort Should take a step forward from that TFR###!! BHA-

4 CALL THE DANCE (GB) (112) 4 BF

5 11-4

B m Kayf Tara - Hora Nico de Boinville James & Jean Potter Ltd

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br James & Jean Potter Potter Group

TIMEFORMVIEWClosely related to smart hurdler/useful chaser Thomas Campbell (bumper winner), and half-sister to numerous winners. Encouragement when fourth at Ludlow 112 days ago and there’s improvement on the cards. Leading claims. TFR##### BHA-

5 COTONEASTER (GB) (36) 0

5 11-4

B m Telescope (IRE) - Easter Legend Kevin Brogan Easter Racing Club Noel Williams, Blewbury

Br S. C. & M. K. Willes Noel Williams Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked in need of experience when only eighth of 10 at Cheptsow on debut. Now tongue tied but probably more one for the longer term TFR##!!! BHA-

6 CRIMSON RUBY (GB) (78) 0

5 11-4

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ruby Royale Dylan Kitts (7) Velocity Racing NH Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to fair hurdler Prussia With Love, stays 23f. Down the field at Huntingdon on debut 78 days ago and will probably need more time TFR##!!! BHA-

7 CRYSTAL TIMES (IRE) (280) 5

6 11-4

B m Ocovango - Funny Times Bryony Frost Crystal Times Racing Syndicate Neil King, Burderop

Br R. McCarthy

TIMEFORMVIEW Related to winners but only fifth on debut at Uttoxeter 9 months ago. Not seen since and has left Neil Mulholland, so best watched unless the market speaks in her favour TFR##!!! BHA-

8

LUCKY ROSE (IRE) (39) 24

5 11-4

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Shantou Rose (IRE) Ciaran Gethings

Austin, June & Jonny Allison Noel Williams, Blewbury

Br Mrs Deborah Hobson

Noel Williams Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort (fair form) in bumpers when second of 9 at Lingfield on debut

Not disgraced when fourth over C&D last time and shouldn’t be completely ruled out TFR###!! BHA-

9

MALAGO ROSE (IRE) (39) 4

5 11-4

B m Malinas (GER) - Avichi (IRE) Charlie Todd

Mr K.M.Harris Simon Earle, Warminster

Br Drumlin Bloodstock Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to bumper winner and made an encouraging start when a staying-on fourth at Taunton 39 days ago. Improvement on the cards, so can’t be dismissed TFR###!! BHA-

10

MIGHTY DUCHESS (IRE) (36) P26

5 11-4

B m Vendangeur (IRE) - The Mighty Matron (IRE) Lilly Pinchin (3)

Jopla Racing Ben Case, Banbury

Br Joseph and Mark Molloy

David Andrews Construction Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point but didn’t give enough encouragement on Rules debut at Chepstow to make her of interest in this Tried in a tongue tie. TFR##!!! BHA-

11 SPICE HEAVEN (GB) (163) 0

5 11-4

B m Telescope (IRE) - La Doelenaise Jack Tudor

Foxtrot Racing Spice Heaven Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br Shade Oak Stud & Bryan Mayoh Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field at Warwick 163 days ago and looks set for another struggle

TFR#!!!! BHA-

12 SUNDAY SOLDIER (IRE) (235) 05

5 11-4

Ch m Shantou (USA) - Fortunes Harvest (FR) Liam Harrison (3)

AllAboutSunday01 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Mrs E. Connolly

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t come up to expectations for Gordon Elliott and might need this first run for 7 months on debut for a new yard

13 JERSEY GEM (IRE) (16) 6

TFR##!!! BHA-

4 10-10

B or Br f Mount Nelson - Rose Revived Jonjo O’Neill Jr Mr A. Taylor Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn

Br Cherry Jones,Alex Frost&Derrynagowan Bld

Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner but will have to step up markedly from her debut over C&D if she’s to make a serious impact. TFR##!!! BHA-

14 YOUNG AT HEART (IRE) (18) 3 BF

4 10-10

Br f Golden Horn - Missunited (IRE) Eddie Edge (10) Hot To Trot Jumping Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Br Mrs Vanessa Hutch Searls Land

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to 2 winners on Flat, including smart 1 1/2m/1 3/4m winner Eagles By Day. Positive start when third at Fakenham 18 days ago and should benefit from the experience, so looks a big player TFR####! BHA-

2022: STOWAWAY JESS 5 10 11 Liam Harrison 10-11 (Fergal O’Brien) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Call The Dance (GB), 11-2 Young At Heart (IRE), 8-1 Bethpage (IRE), 11-1 Crystal Times (IRE), 12-1 Malago Rose (IRE), 16-1 Belle Saint (GB), Lucky Rose (IRE), 18-1 Crimson Ruby (GB), 25-1 Sunday Soldier (IRE), 28-1 Jersey Gem (IRE), 33-1 Cotoneaster (GB), Mighty Duchess (IRE), 80-1 Araglen Star (IRE), 150-1 Spice Heaven (GB) RACE

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SCOTT MILLS (DJ SET)

Andrew, Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad loved his horse racing, worked in horse racing and loved Southwell racecourse in particular

A trusted friend with a fantastic reputation, a loyal Dad, Grandad, and Great Grandad and we want you all to enjoy today’s race, and hopefully, you will pick the winner

Here’s to you ‘Andrew Roy’ sadly missed.

FOURTH RACE 6.15

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ANDREW ROY MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8200 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)

Race Stats

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 224 runners, 22%) runs DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN & STEAL MY SUNSHINE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 53 runners, 13%) runs DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN & STEAL MY SUNSHINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: IRISH SOVEREIGN trained by T Davidson, Carlisle, 184 miles.

WHITE RHINO’s form has taken off since going handicapping up in trip, recording a second C&D success when scoring comfortably here last time, and he can land the 4-timer with the promise of still more to offer There are several interesting handicap debutants in the line-up, though, with Swapped feared most ahead of Inchester d’Amsyl and Sageburg County

1-2-3: 1.WHITE RHINO (IRE) 2.SWAPPED (FR) 3.INCHESTER D’AMSYL (FR) colours no horse age st lb

1 WITH A START (IRE) (28) 1500/-

8 12-2

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sudden Blaze (IRE) John Kington

Mr Russell H. Lee Peter Winks, Barnsley Br Knocktoran Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced winner over hurdles who had only 2 starts on the Flat last year After a further 10 months off, well held on first run since leaving Noel Meade when last in handicap on the level here in March. Others more persuasive back hurdling. TFR##!!! BHA112

2 DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN (GB) (150) 305-040

6 11-13

B g Martaline - Knar Mardy Tristan Durrell (5) Mr Robert Kirkland Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Exors of the Late Michael Lysaght The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t kick on after a promising start in bumpers and ran to only a modest level in a trio of maiden hurdles in November, well-beaten at this course (15.8f) on his most recent outing However, could yet do better now handicapping after 5 months off. TFR###!! BHA109

3 HERECOMESHOGAN (IRE) (25) 0F1416

6 11-12

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE) Harry Atkins (10) The Cotswold Lockdowners Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Br John Fitzgerald FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in a Newton Abbot maiden hurdle in August and resumed his progress when winning handicap at Exeter (18.5f) in October After 6 months off, shaped as if better for run at Ludlow last time Could get back on track. TFR###!! BHA108

4 BERTIE BLUE (GB) (39) 525-320

6 11-11

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Madame Allsorts Joe Anderson (7) Biltmore Syndicate Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

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 2m4f). Shaped as if amiss when well held on handicap debut at this C&D last month, but it still remains early days. TFR###!! BHA107

5 FLETCH (FR) (736) 62314/-

8 11-11

B g Kayf Tara - Oeuvre Vive (FR) William Kennedy

Jacques Law P’ship & Partner Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Mme Sally Noott McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced on first 2 starts over hurdles before making the most of a good opportunity in a Uttoxeter novice (15.8f) in February 2021. In first-time tongue tie, fourth on his handicap bow at Perth 2 months later, but he’s been off for 2 years since TFR##!!! BHA107

6 HEROS (FR) (25) P05225

B g Voiladenuo (FR) - La Colombe d’Or (FR)

6 11-11

Shane Quinlan (3)

Mr & Mrs Simon E Bown Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Mr Didier Prod’Homme & Agence Caballis Faucets Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWBumper/hurdles winner in France in 2021. Runner-up in brace of handicaps for current yard this year, before a below-par effort at Ludlow (21.2f) 25 days ago. Needs to resume his progress. TFR###!! BHA107

7 RIPPER ROO (FR) (38) 31/-60P3 D

8 11-10

Gr g Smadoun (FR) - Sninfia (IRE) Lewis Stones (3) Deva Racing (RR), Shalvey & Partners

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Mlle Catherine Fenemore Deva Racing Group

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded the odds in a maiden hurdle at Market Rasen in April 2021 but, after a lengthy layoff, showed little sent chasing on first 3 starts in 2022/23. Returned to hurdling, seemingly back on track when third of 4 in handicap at Market Rasen (23.1f) last month TFR###!! BHA106

SAGEBURG COUNTY (IRE) (38) 554242

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Sounds Charming (IRE)

Alan & Andrew Turner

6 11-10

Dylan Kitts (7)

Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Jim & John Lawler 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful on sole outing in Irish points and took a step forward over hurdles when runner-up in maiden at Market Rasen (20.6f) last month, settling better under a more patient ride Merits consideration on handicap debut TFR###!! BHA106

9 SWAPPED (FR) (116) 120-266

6 11-8

B g Sinndar (IRE) - La Bezizais (FR) Nico de Boinville

Mr A. Speelman & Mr M. Speelman

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Mr Luc Monnet Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who wasn’t knocked about on his third start over hurdles when sixth of 12 in novice at Plumpton (15.9f) in January. In top hands and remains capable of better now upped in trip on his handicap debut (has had wind op). TFR####! BHA104

10 WHITE RHINO (IRE) (39) 000111 CD

B g Doyen (IRE) - Aventia (IRE)

The Rhino Syndicate

7 11-7

Henry Brooke

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Kenilworth House Stud Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in maiden/novice company but has left that form behind since upped in trip/switched to handicaps, completing the hat-trick in decisive fashion at this C&D last month. Could still have to offer and he can score again. TFR##### BHA103

11 INCHESTER D’AMSYL (FR) (49) 02F

5 11-2

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Virgine Place (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mr A. F. Nolan Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br S.A.R.L. Poulinieres.Com Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed a bit on first 2 starts over hurdles, not unduly punished when runner-up in novice at Huntingdon (15.8f) in February. Held when fell 3 out at Exeter last time, but could prove a different proposition now handicapping over this longer distance. TFR####! BHA98

12

STEAL MY SUNSHINE (GB) (105) 45-406

6 10-11

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Amber Cloud Bridget Andrews

Mark & Maria Adams Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mr W. Kinsey The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWSome encouragement in a pair of bumpers but has yet to make much of an impact in 3 starts over hurdles so far, sixth of 14 in novice at Huntingdon (15.8f) when last seen in January. May show more now handicapping after a wind op, though TFR###!! BHA93

13 IRISH SOVEREIGN (IRE) (388) 35101P- CD

8 10-11

B g Getaway (GER) - Magdoodle (IRE) Harry Reed

Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Br Mrs Anne Doyle D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd, Jewson Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form in blinkers when winning handicaps at this C&D and Sedgefield in 2021/22 However, pulled up back here on his final outing of the campaign and off 12 months ahead of first run for yard after leaving Sarah Humphrey. TFR##!!! BHA93

14 MISS WACHIT (IRE) (16) 01024R CD

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Mitch (IRE)

7 10-5

Claxby & Co Ruth Jefferson, Malton

Br Grange Stud Wine & Glass Company

TIMEFORMVIEW50/1 winner of mares ’ handicap hurdle at this C&D last summer, but only one creditable effort (over fences) on her next 3 outings. After 8 months off, refused to race back at this C&D on her first appearance since leaving Alex Hales 16 days ago. TFR##!!! BHA87

15 OVERSTATE (GB) (18) 052

4 10-2

B g Oasis Dream - Zaminast Jack Tudor

Mr Jim Gill Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start for this yard on the Flat at Kempton (2m) in February. However, has gone backwards from his hurdling debut in 2 starts at Fakenham since, well beaten by his sole rival last time Has plenty to find on handicap hurdle debut. TFR##!!! BHA92

16

RAINBOW JET (IRE) (27) U06056

6 10-2

B m Dream Ahead (USA) - Star Jet (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (5)

NSU Leisure & Mrs Carolyn Seymour John Mackie, Church Broughton

Br Ladis John Mackie Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper at best on the Flat but little form in this sphere, in cheekpieces (for first time over hurdles) when down the field in handicap at Uttoxeter at the beginning of the month. Step up in trip not enough to tempt. TFR#!!!! BHA77

2022: HARDY BOY (FR) 5 11 1 Kielan Woods 10-11 (Ben Pauling) 10 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Blinkers worn by No. 13, 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 15, 16.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9, 12.

Stewards Note:

SAGEBURG COUNTY: Following its run on 21/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

IRISH SOVEREIGN: Following its run on 5/4/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 White Rhino (IRE), 7-1 Swapped (FR), 10-1

Inchester d’Amsyl (FR), 12-1 Heros (FR), Sageburg County (IRE), 14-1 Bertie Blue (GB), 16-1 Doyouknowwhatimean (GB), Herecomeshogan (IRE), Ripper Roo (FR), Steal My Sunshine (GB), 25-1 Fletch (FR), Irish Sovereign (IRE), 28-1 Overstate (GB), 66-1 With A Start (IRE), 80-1 Rainbow Jet (IRE)

FIFTH RACE 6.50

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

The Sky Sports Racing Sky 415

NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8300 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3464, 2nd £1732, 3rd £866, 4th £433. (Penalty Value £4520.18)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 224 runners, 22%) runs RICHHILL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs AMRONS SAGE LONGEST TRAVELLER: THANKSFORTHEHELP trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 211 miles.

THANKSFORTHEHELP shaped better than the result in the Pertemps Final at Cheltenham last month, unable to sustain his effort, and he can resume winning ways back in novice company. The 6-y-o can see off the challenge of the improving Amrons Sage, while Gentle Frank could also have further progress to come

1-2-3: 1.THANKSFORTHEHELP (FR) 2.AMRONS SAGE (IRE) 3.GENTLE FRANK colours no horse age st lb

1 AMRONS SAGE (IRE) (36) 1-2241

6 11-12

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Vincenta (IRE) Nico de Boinville

Mr G. B. Barlow Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Morgan Kavanagh Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEWWon sole outing in Irish points and runner-up on first 2 starts in novice hurdles. On second start in a handicap, confirmed previous promise when successful at Ludlow (21.1f) last month, coping well with emphasis on speed Open to further improvement TFR####! BHA120

2 GENTLE FRANK (GB) (55) C2-4531

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Himitas (FR)

7 11-12

Lee Edwards

Sue Howell Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Br R. W. Russell Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up completed start in points and shaped encouragingly in maiden hurdles before opening account in novice at Doncaster (19.4f) 55 days ago. Won easily there despite racing freely/not jumping fluently, so he should still have more to offer. TFR####! BHA117

3 RICHHILL (IRE) (70) P5-1312 CD BF

6 11-12

B g Presenting - Our Pride Bridget Andrews

Owners Group 109

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Michael Fennessy Owners Group

TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinner whofinishedthirdonhurdlingdebut After 3monthsoff(hadwindop),builtonthateffortwhenmakingallinmaiden at this C&D in January and ran well under a penalty when second at Kelso (16.2f) the following month. Back up in trip TFR###!! BHA122

4 THANKSFORTHEHELP (FR) (43) 22-3410 BF

6 11-12

Gr g Martaline - Agathe du Berlais (FR) Jack Tudor

Mr John P. McManus David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mr Mickael Fennessy W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEWHad wind op and cheekpieces on when off the mark comfortably in handicap hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f) in February. Sent off favourite for Pertemps Final at Cheltenham next time when finishing mid-field, though shaped better than result. Leading contender TFR##### BHA128

5 CABHFUILFUNGI (IRE) (16) 4/5405-3

7 11-5

B g Mahler - Maggie Andy (IRE) Kevin Brogan

Mr C. J. Tipton Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Br G. Quirk

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form in bumpers and offered little sent hurdling on final start in 2021/22 However, after a year off, showed more on his first outing since leaving John Groucott when third in maiden here (15.8f) 16 days ago. Needs more again back up in trip TFR##!!! BHA-

6 REMEMBER ALLY (FR) (12) 0P

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Blue Lullaby (IRE)

5 11-5

Mr James Turner (7)

Mr P. Long Tracey Leeson, Towcester

Br D & C Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWHaving been tailed off in a bumper in December, fared no better on hurdling debut (with tongue tie applied) when pulled up in novice at Huntingdon 12 days ago. Makes little appeal TFR#!!!! BHA-

2022: FIRE AWAY (IRE) 9 11 10 Adam Wedge 4-1 (L J Morgan) 5 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Thanksforthehelp (FR), 10-3 Amrons Sage (IRE), 4-1 Richhill (IRE), 9-2 Gentle Frank (GB), 16-1

Cabhfuilfungi (IRE), 200-1 Remember Ally (FR)

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