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B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - China Sky (IRE) Mr John P. McManus Philip and Mrs Jane Myerscough
(IRE) (30) 3/135-45 CD
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11-10
Jonjo O’Neill Jr Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Very talented hurdler/chaser in his prime (won the Sefton over C&D in 2019) but comfortably held in Long Walk Hurdle and Cleeve Hurdle both starts this season. First-time cheekpieces. TFR BHA156
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Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: Selected to win the race. Good chance of being placed. By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.
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OF F ICI A L BH A R AT I NG S E X PL A I N E D 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 non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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FIRST RACE 12.20 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DBS AND WILLMOTT DIXON BUILDING TOGETHER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (22 wins from 141 runners, 16%) runs UNLEASH THE BEAST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs WALKINTHEPRESENT LONGEST TRAVELLER: LARGY PANIC trained by B Clarke, Corscombe, 237 miles. RACE SUMMARY It’s difficult to get away from GOLLY GOSH, who has taken well to chasing for his new yard and the front-running tactics that were successfully adopted last time often work well around here. Jac Jumper is potentially well handicapped on his best form, so he could emerge as the main threat if ready to go after a lengthy lay-off, with Largy Panic rounding off the shortlist. 1-2-3: 1.GOLLY GOSH (IRE) 2.JAC JUMPER (FR) 3.LARGY PANIC (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
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Breeder Br
Jockey
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UNLEASH THE BEAST (IRE) (265) 6520/06-
7
12-0
B g Malinas (GER) - Cloth Fair (IRE) The FOB Racing Partnership 7 Br Mr S. Spillane
Liam Harrison Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Hollins Land
TIMEFORM VIEW Race-by-race progress in trio of maiden hurdles in 2024/25. Seen only twice last season and limited impact in 2 handicaps, but this switch to larger obstacles could be just what he needs. Probably wants further than this, however. TFR BHA98
2
WOODVIEW LAD (IRE) (11) 04003-P
B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE) Mr T. G. Kelly Br The Beeches Stud Ltd
5 11-11
Kevin Brogan Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran easily his best race for current connections when 4 3/4-length third at Hexham (2 1/2m) on final start last season but could hardly have shown any less after 7 months off over C&D (good to soft) 11 days ago. Attentions quickly turned to chasing. TFR BHA95 (-2)
3
LARGY PANIC (IRE) (206) P00010-
B g Getaway (GER) - Cant Wait (IRE) Octavians VI Br Drumlin Bloodstock
6 11-10
David Noonan Ben Clarke, Corscombe Ben Clarke Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMade it second time lucky in handicaps when keeping on gamely to get the better of a tight finish at Kempton (2m, good) in March. Produced a modest effort TFR BHA94 at Ffos Las (2 1/2m, good) the following month and off since ahead of this chasing debut (has had breathing operation).
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GET IN ORDER (IRE) (23) 54400-0
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Milogan (IRE) Mr R. G. Whitehead Br David Fenton
6 11-10
Robert Dunne Henry Oliver, Kinnersley Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered something to work on in maiden/novice hurdles towards the end of 2025 but well held in 3 handicaps, the latest after 7 months off at Worcester recently. Hopes pinned on this switch to fences to get his career back on track. TFR BHA94
5
JAC JUMPER (FR) (499) 4422/45-
B g Night Wish (GER) - Andria (FR) Knowle Racing Stables Limited Br Mrs Laurence Grandchamp Des Raux et al
7
11-9
Joe Anderson (3) Deborah Cole, Solihull Lewisham Developments Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHurdles winner in France who has placed several times over fences in Britain without winning. In a lull when last seen in July 2025 and while the handicapper has given him a chance, a leap of faith is required on return. TFR BHA93
6
WALKINTHEPRESENT (IRE) (23) 03314-P
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Another Present (IRE) Mrs Jane Gerard-Pearse Br Robert O’Callaghan
6
11-6
Dylan Johnston Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked all about stamina when getting off the mark at Taunton in March. Couldn’t follow up from a 7lb higher mark the following month (unsuited by emphasis on speed) and ran no sort of race switched to fences at Fontwell recently (should make a chaser). Drops back in trip. TFR BHA90
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IONITY (FR) (22) 133/32-P D
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Quelle Famille (FR) IWEC Electrical Racing Br Mr Olivier Tricot
7
11-5
Adam Wedge Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 2 1/2m handicap hurdle at Ffos Las in May 2024. Lightly raced since and made an inauspicious start over fences after 8 months off at that track recently. Big step forward needed. TFR BHA89 6
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GOLLY GOSH (IRE) (25) P-P0221 D
5 10-12
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fantastic Gold Mr S. R. Andrews Br Gearoid Connaughton
Jack Andrews Tom Ellis, Rugby Castlebridge Risk Solutions
TIMEFORMVIEWLittle encouragement over hurdles for Billy Aprahamian but has taken well to chasing for new connections, getting off the mark in 4-runner handicap chase at Plumpton (2 1/2m, good) last month. Could prove tough to peg back if sent to the front again so leading claims. TFR BHA82
SCORO (FR) (11) 4664PP
6
B g Petillo (FR) - Cacnea (FR) Mr John Dillon Br Mr Gildas Blain
10-2
Harry Reed L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner pointer who made more impact switched to fences when fourth of 11 at Cartmel (21f) in August. Pulled up in a couple of handicap hurdles since (visored latest) and need this return to fences to spark a revival. Cheekpieces/tongue tie reapplied. TFR BHA69
10
CABALLO DIABLO (IRE) (412) 0003/50- D
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Baile An Droichid (IRE) Exors of the Late Mr J.B Wallwin Br John and Paul Cousins
10 10-2
Miss Ellie Callwood (7) Jonathan Barlow, Cropwell Bishop
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner but has struggled under Rules. Returns from 13 months off from well out of the weights again so can only be watched. TFR BHA65 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note: WOODVIEW LAD: Following its run on 2/11/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. JAC JUMPER: Following its run on 2/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. WALKINTHEPRESENT: Following its run on 21/10/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. SCORO: Following its run on 2/11/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Golly Gosh (IRE), 17-2 Largy Panic (IRE), 12-1 Jac Jumper (FR), Walkinthepresent (IRE), Ionity (FR), 16-1 Unleash The Beast (IRE), 40-1 Get In Order (IRE), Scoro (FR), 50-1 Woodview Lad (IRE), 66-1 Caballo Diablo (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 12.55 ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 60YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE JDA GRAND DESIGN MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS
RACE SUMMARY This looks a good chance for GATA BAN to land a third success of the season. With doubts about Out On Her Own’s stamina over 3m it could be that the class-dropping Princess Keri, who shaped better than the result on her reappearance, gives Neil Mulholland’s charge most to do. 1-2-3: 1.GATA BAN (IRE) 2.PRINCESS KERI (IRE) 3.OUT ON HER OWN KEY colours
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PRINCESS KERI (IRE) (32) 1U12P-P
6
12-0
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Burkes Lady (IRE) IWEC Electrical Racing Br Grangeclare Stud
Adam Wedge Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan
TIMEFORMVIEWHad a fine spell over hurdles last season, winning 3 mares’ handicaps at up to 21f. Still lightly raced over fences (won at Ffos Las in March 2025) and better than being pulled up suggests on Worcester reappearance having raced alone on the unfavoured part of the track. Could go well. TFR BHA100
2
GATA BAN (IRE) (68) 4-21143 D BF
B m Getaway (GER) - Meryemnana (IRE) The Boot Inn Partnership Br A. Larkin
9
11-6
Dylan Johnston Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke 2 D Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fruitful summer winning handicap chases at Worcester and Fontwell. Creditable third of 6 back at Fontwell (3 1/4m, good) in September. Leading claims. TFR BHA92
3
KIT’S COTY (IRE) (27) 3433-34 D
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Great Jane (FR) Owners Group 120 Br M. Fleming & T. Westropp Bennett
8
11-2
Charlie Todd Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Owners Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over fences at Ludlow (3m) last October but has failed to reproduce that form subsequently, TFR BHA88 returning from a 5-month break with a remote fourth at Stratford 4 weeks ago.
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WALKINGTHELINE (IRE) (120) 1P-12P5 D
B m Policy Maker (IRE) - Manorwalk (IRE) Miss S. Cameron Br Anne Marie Ryan
6
10-8
Toby Wynne Steph Cameron, Middlewich
TIMEFORMVIEWFrom the family of a useful chaser and showed some ability in making the frame in bumpers and a maiden hurdle for Tom Lacey. No show in 2 Worcester hurdles for new yard in July but did win in points prior to that and may fare better now handicap chasing. TFR BHA80
5
OUT ON HER OWN (GB) (26) 3-2545F D
B m Order of St George (IRE) - Presentabeau Mr G. Critchley Br Mrs S. Horne
6
10-3
Conor O’Farrell Dianne Sayer, Penrith Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW In the frame twice from 4 starts since sent chasing and set for a creditable third when falling at the last over 21f at Sedgefield last time. However, she is a free-going sort who has failed to see out her races on occasions so this trip is a slight concern. TFR BHA75 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Gata Ban (IRE), 9-4 Out On Her Own (GB), 8-1 Princess Keri (IRE), 10-1 Kit’s Coty (IRE), 20-1 Walkingtheline (IRE)
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RACE TWO
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Mulholland (11 wins from 77 runners, 14%) runs GATA BAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs GATA BAN WEIGHTWATCHER: KIT’S COTY won off a handicap mark of 96, her rating is now down 8lb to 88. LONGEST TRAVELLER: PRINCESS KERI trained by Mrs C Williams, LLancarfan, 202 miles.
THIRD RACE 1.30 THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 1F 185YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BWB CONSULTING - WOMEN IN ENGINEERING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 9lb.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Greatrex (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runs GOLAN LOOP TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W P Mullins (8 wins from 29 runners, 28%) runs MAY CALL YOU BACK LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAY CALL YOU BACK trained by W P Mullins, Ireland. RACE SUMMARY MAY CALL YOU BACK can enhance her good strike rate since joining Willie Mullins. A decent record when fresh suggests Golan Loop may bounce back to form after a breathing operation and provide the main threat. 1-2-3: 1.MAY CALL YOU BACK 2.GOLAN LOOP (IRE) 3.BALLYKINLAR (IRE) KEY colours
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Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
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horse
age
st lb
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BALLYKINLAR (IRE) (20) 00-0330
7
11-7
B or Br g Irish Wells (FR) - Bay Rebel (IRE) Mr Martin Gowing Br Sean Costello
James Murray (10) Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-Irish winning hurdler. Has yet to fire over fences for current yard but this is at least less competitive than the Cheltenham handicap he contested last time. TFR BHA117
2
GOLAN LOOP (IRE) (226) 121P34-
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Gracie B (IRE) Glassex & Turner Br B. McCabe & A. McCabe
6
11-7
Caoilin Quinn Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 25f Hereford handicap chase last winter. Progress stalled subsequently but he’s gone well fresh before and could bounce back after a breathing operation. TFR BHA117
3
MAY CALL YOU BACK (GB) (223) 11205F-
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - My Dawney P.T Carroll Br Gwyn & Samantha Powell
8
11-6
Mr P. W. Mullins W. P. Mullins, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Has won 5 (2 hurdle, 3 chase) of her 12 starts since joining Willie Mullins. Would have run creditably again but stumbling and unseating last at Fairyhouse when last seen in April. This looks easier than a lot of the races she contested in Ireland last season. Obvious claims. TFR BHA116
4
ISLAND BRIDGE (IRE) (22) 42223-4
6
11-4
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Elephant Island (IRE) Tom Bellamy Mr J. Perriss Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham Br Pat O’Donovan Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in a bumper and fair form when reaching the frame in maiden/novice hurdles at up to 3m last season. Made hard work of things when well-beaten fourth when switched to fences for his handicap debut/reappearance at Ffos Las 22 days ago. Cheekpieces are reached for after that. TFR BHA114
5
EXPRESS SURPRISE (IRE) (203) 31141P-
B g Mahler - Gudnis Gracious Me (IRE) C & C Boultbee Brooks Br The Beeches Stud Ltd
7
11-2
Ned Fox (3) Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a trio of 3m handicap chases last winter but pulled up Perth when last seen in April and stable slow to get going this season. TFR BHA112 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Stewards Note: EXPRESS SURPRISE: Following its run on 24/4/2026 it was reported that the horse would prefer a softer surface. Probable S.P’s: 11-8 May Call You Back (GB), 4-1 Golan Loop (IRE), 9-2 Express Surprise (IRE), 15-2 Ballykinlar (IRE), 9-1 Island Bridge (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 2.05 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE LEXY 21ST BIRTHDAY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £4500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (39 wins from 148 runners, 26%) runs HELIOS FORLONGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (22 wins from 98 runners, 22%) runs FRANCISCO ALVARES LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE BARDMAN trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 132 miles. RACE SUMMARY A good-looking bumper with the pedigrees and yards on show. HELIOS FORLONGE was bought for a handsome sum after finding only one too good on his only outing in Irish points, so makes obvious appeal on this switch to Rules having joined a quality outfit. Francisco Alvares merits attention for a stable going well with its bumper horses, while Mirage d’Alene is another to note. 1-2-3: 1.HELIOS FORLONGE (FR) 2.FRANCISCO ALVARES 3.MIRAGE D’ALENE (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
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horse
age
st lb
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FRANCISCO ALVARES (GB) (-)
4
11-2
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Manly Dream (FR) Mrs John Magnier & Nick Skelton Br Nick Skelton
Charlie Todd Dan Skelton, Alcester Ashford Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWWalk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/high-class chaser Nube Negra and fair chaser Noche Negra. Dam 10.5f winner in France. Top yard has had notable success with this family and has to be highly respected on debut. TFR BHA-
2
HELIOS FORLONGE (FR) (258) 2-
4
11-2
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Belle Easter (FR) Three Ladies in England Br P.Noirot,M.J.Gustin& Dr V.S. Miccoli
Gavin Sheehan Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
3
4
TIMEFORM VIEW Cokoriko gelding. Dam, 17f hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to smart hurdler/high-class chaser (stayed 3m) Asterion Forlonge. Bought for £205,000 after finishing runner-up on only outing in Irish points and of obvious interest on Rules debut. TFR BHA-
I’LL START MONDAY (GB) (-)
11-2
Ch g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Ta Ammol Mrs John Dawson Br R. W. Russell
Conor O’Farrell John Dawson, Saltburn
4
4
TIMEFORM VIEW Raven’s Pass gelding. Half-sister to 3 winners on Flat, including useful winner up to 1 1/4m Sammarr and TFR BHA1 1/2m winner Jahoori. Dam unraced. In good hands and one to watch closely in the betting.
MIRAGE D’ALENE (FR) (195) 1
B g Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Bertille d’Alene (FR) Mr Martin Gowing & Mr Billy Gowing Br Mrs Florence Couteaudier
11-2
Caoilin Quinn Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORM VIEW £55,000 4-y-o, Prince Gibraltar gelding. Half-brother to French chaser Idylle d’Alene. Successful on sole outing in Irish points in May and has since transferred to a yard which does well in the bumper sphere. TFR BHA-
5
THE BARDMAN (IRE) (-)
4
Br g Maxios - Delta Forty Stratford Racecourse 4 Br Thomas Mulhern
11-2
Daire McConville (7) Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Charlie Longsdon Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW €24,000 3-y-o, Maxios gelding. Half-brother to a point winner. Dam (h105), bumper winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 25f) Teescomponents Lad and fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (stayed 21f) Teescomponentsyess. Newcomer to note for in-form stable. TFR BHA-
6
LIBLEX DREAM (GB) (-)
4
B f Massaat (IRE) - Zelaniya (IRE) Alfa Site Services Ltd Br Mickley Stud, Finbar & Aoife Kent
10-9
William Shanahan (5) Ivan Furtado, Easingwold Alfa Site Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Massaat filly. Half-sister to 7f winner Finn Ironside. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner. Has already had a breathing operation ahead of debut and isn’t sure to possess the required stamina for National Hunt racing. TFR BHA-
7
MADETHEMPAY (GB) (31) 3
B m Dragon Dancer - Izons Croft Miss Laura Horsfall Br T. C. Dawson
5
10-9
Benjamin Macey (5) Laura Horsfall, Towcester Abacus Securities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dragon Dancer mare who was possibly flattered in such a slowly-run race when 10 1/2 lengths third of 4 over C&D on debut last month. Hood on for first time and wouldn’t be sure to build on that. TFR BHA14
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn first time by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Helios Forlonge (FR), 11-4 Francisco Alvares (GB), 5-1 Mirage d’Alene (FR), 8-1 The Bardman (IRE), 9-1 I’ll Start Monday (GB), 22-1 Liblex Dream (GB), 40-1 Madethempay (GB)
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FIFTH RACE 2.40 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE FESTIVE FIXTURES AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (HERRING QUEEN MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (39 wins from 148 runners, 26%) runs CRYSTALATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (22 wins from 98 runners, 22%) runs ANOTHER VEGA & SHADOW LOVE LONGEST TRAVELLER: IT TAKES TWO trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 141 miles. RACE SUMMARY CLONDAW PARK has made an encouraging start over hurdles and can put that experience to good use over Madam Speaker, who showed plenty in bumpers last season but disappointed at Uttoxeter on her return. 1-2-3: 1.CLONDAW PARK (IRE) 2.MADAM SPEAKER (IRE) 3.IT TAKES TWO KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
ANOTHER VEGA (IRE) (14) 0
4
11-0
B f Order of St George (IRE) - Princess Vega (IRE) Liam Harrison Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Hammer & Trowel Syndicate The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEWOrder of St George filly. Dam, 2m hurdle winner, is a half-sister to very smart hurdler/smart chaser (2m/17f winner) Facile Vega out of high-class 2m-3m hurdle winner Quevega. Looked very much a long-term project starting out over this trip at Uttoxeter 2 weeks ago. TFR BHA-
2
CELESTIAL FLOW (GB) (-)
5
B or Br m Maxios - Tarla (FR) Genghis Racing Br Rowland Crellin
11-0
David Bass Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW €17,000 3-y-o, Maxios mare. Dam, 15f-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner, also 1 1/4m winner on Flat, half-sister to French hurdler/chaser (stayed 21f) Overlord. Wears tongue strap. TFR BHA-
3
CLONDAW PARK (IRE) (290) 1/U3-
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Zamani (IRE) Mrs Ceri Fell Br Mrs Dale Adams
5
11-0
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for £320,000 after winning sole outing in Irish points and in process of making an encouraging start when unseating rider 3 out in Listed novice at Newbury a year ago. Every chance until no extra inside final 1f at Chepstow 9 weeks later and has been found a good opportunity on return. TFR BHA-
4
CRYSTALATE (IRE) (37) 4-22
4
11-0
B f Crystal Ocean - Star Status (IRE) BrettellLaneStovesFlues&SouthernProjects Br Leo Cahalane
Robert Dunne Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
5
4
TIMEFORM VIEW Crystal Ocean filly who made the frame all 3 starts in bumpers, no match for winner when second at Worcester on return last month. Makes hurdles debut. TFR BHA-
IT TAKES TWO (GB) (186) 5-2
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Intense Tango Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
11-0
Tom Bellamy Alan King, Barbury Castle Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly who progressed from debut as expected when second at Southwell in May. Off 6 months. Makes hurdles debut. TFR BHA-
6
MADAM SPEAKER (IRE) (28) 22-3 BF
B f Harzand (IRE) - Conversation (IRE) Highclere Racing & Bloomsbury Stud NZ Br Bloomsbury Stud
4
11-0
Freddie Gordon Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPurchased for £52,000 in 2025. Found only one too good on both bumper outings last season, including in a very valuable event at Newbury. Turned over at short odds at Uttoxeter on return but worth another chance now hurdling. TFR BHA-
7
SHADOW LOVE (GB) (23) 0
4
11-0
B f Getaway (GER) - Little Acorn Charlie Todd Andy & Sharon Measham Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Andy Measham The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway filly. Half-sister to a point winner. Dam 21f hurdle winner out of smart 2m-3m hurdle winner Whiteoak, herself a half-sister to useful 2m hurdler Kinnescash. Offered little first time up at Worcester. TFR BHA16
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
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Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Clondaw Park (IRE), 5-2 Madam Speaker (IRE), 6-1 It Takes Two (GB), 8-1 Crystalate (IRE), 12-1 Celestial Flow (GB), 66-1 Another Vega (IRE), Shadow Love (GB)
SIXTH RACE 3.15 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WINTER LADIES DAY SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L J Morgan (20 wins from 164 runners, 12%) runs CLASSICAL STING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (6 wins from 44 runners, 14%) runs CAWTHORNE BANKER LONGEST TRAVELLER: BILLY BATHGATE trained by E Whillans, Hawick, 214 miles. RACE SUMMARY NORTHWEST PASSAGE’s opening mark over hurdles is an attractive one given his ability on the Flat so gets the vote. Promethean looks to be building up to something so is second choice ahead of penalised winner Character Testing. 1-2-3: 1.NORTHWEST PASSAGE 2.PROMETHEAN (FR) 3.CHARACTER TESTING KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
CHARACTER TESTING (GB) (10) 424421
5
12-3 (in7lbex)
B g Time Test - Characterized Ursa Major Racing Ltd & Partner Br Stuart McPhee Bloodstock
Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Bk Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally put it all together to get off the mark as a hurdler at Sedgefield 10 days ago and a reproduction of that form under a penalty should see him in the mix. TFR BHA92 (+7)
2
NORTHWEST PASSAGE (GB) (34) 05-3
4
Gr or Ro g Ulysses (IRE) - Dijlah Ontoawinner & Alfa Site Services Ltd Br Clearwater Stud
12-0
William Shanahan (5) Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
TIMEFORM VIEW Ridden with an eye on the future on his first start over hurdles for this yard at Stratford in September and good placed efforts back on the Flat since. Potentially on a handy mark on handicap debut in this sphere given his ability on the level. TFR BHA96
3
CAPTAIN ATTRIDGE (IRE) (553) 23P42/F- D
B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - High Queen (IRE) Catch Twenty Two Br W. L. O’Toole
8 11-13
David Noonan Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with a good second at Hereford in April 2025. However, suffered an early fall TFR BHA95 the following month and not seen since.
4
CLASSICAL STING (GB) (234) 0/12P2P-
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Classic Impact (IRE) Mrs Marian Pepperdine Br Wood Farm Stud
6 11-12
Harry Reed L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Postpack Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved last season, successful on reappearance/chase debut at Kelso. In and out after but was a decent second back over hurdles over C&D on penultimate start and next run can be forgiven (lost action/sustained leg injury). Not taken lightly on return. TFR BHA94
5
PROMETHEAN (FR) (27) 003-F55
5
Gr g Intello (GER) - Vezina (FR) Lpd Demolition Ltd Br Seven Hills Bloodstock Ltd
11-9
Jack Quinlan Sam England, Guiseley Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well a couple of times at Uttoxeter in recent months and good effort back on the Flat since. Eased another 2lb and of interest in first-time headgear. TFR BHA91
6
IOLAOS DU MOU (FR) (14) 4-663P0 D
B g Coastal Path - Thelemise du Mou (FR) Hedgehoppers Br Earl Domaine Du Mou
8
11-8
Tabitha Worsley Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang Lancashire Racing Stables Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Just one decent effort this season but that was when he had an uncontested lead. Others preferred. TFR BHA90
7
CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE) (14) 110606 D
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shees A Dante (IRE) Jonjo & AJ O’Neill Racing II Br Mr Sam Doyle
8
11-6
Kevin Brogan Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at Uttoxeter in July but not at that level since. TFR BHA88 18
8
RAZZO ITALIANO (IRE) (45) 110050/- CD
9
11-2
Br g Frammassone (IRE) - Funny Fish (FR) Mrs J. A. Ashley Br Paddy Byrne
Jack Hogan Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
9
10 10-13
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back hurdles winner over 2 years ago but hasn’t threatened in 4 starts in this sphere since and showed little back on the Flat after a long absence. TFR BHA84
BILLY BATHGATE (GB) (24) 2//P0///-0
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Bustling Mr T Cox Br Godolphin
Craig Nichol Ewan Whillans, Hawick Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark on the Flat this summer but not at his best since and made little impact on his belated return to hurdles last time. TFR BHA81
10
KLAPTON BOY (FR) (19) 6/P56-64
B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Choisille (FR) Ms Victoria Cottingham Br Dr V. Michel Guiot
6 10-13
Adam Wedge Nick Kent, Brigg Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced but hasn’t shown much since his debut season, remote fourth having attracted some support at Market Rasen on return last month. TFR BHA81
11
PAPA OSCAR (GB) (16) P6-562
B g Expert Eye - Kilo Alpha Miss C. Malpas Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd
4 10-12
Dylan Johnston Clare Hobson, Royston Clare Hobson Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited on the Flat and hadn’t offered much encouragement over hurdles until almost pulling off a shock after 4 months off at Huntingdon 16 days ago. Task now is to back that up. TFR BHA80 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 4, 6, 11. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. Stewards Note: CAPTAIN ATTRIDGE: Following its run on 9/5/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered accidental interference. CLASSICAL STING: Following its run on 24/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was wounded on its right-fore. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Northwest Passage (GB), 11-2 Classical Sting (GB), 6-1 Character Testing (GB), Promethean (FR), 12-1 Klapton Boy (FR), Papa Oscar (GB), 14-1 Captain Attridge (IRE), 16-1 Cawthorne Banker (IRE), 22-1 Iolaos du Mou (FR), Billy Bathgate (GB), 66-1 Razzo Italiano (IRE) DISTANCE
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SEVENTH RACE 3.50 ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 60YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CELEBRATE WITH SPONSORSHIP AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) A
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Killahena & G McPherson (2 wins from 24 runners, 8%) runs IAMCELESTIALGIFT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Killahena & G McPherson (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs IAMCELESTIALGIFT LONGEST TRAVELLER: MUSKERRY ROCK trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 281 miles. RACE SUMMARY KEEP ON COBBLING made a winning reappearance last season and can repeat the feat back in calmer waters. Bang-in-form Crafty Gael is feared most on second start for Lizzie Quinlan, with Luminaries perhaps best of the rest. 1-2-3: 1.KEEP ON COBBLING 2.CRAFTY GAEL (IRE) 3.LUMINARIES (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
MUSKERRY ROCK (IRE) (20) 21P344 D
7
12-0
B g Shirocco (GER) - One Treasure (IRE) Mr Mickey Bowen Br Timothy Considine
James Murray (10) Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a chase at Newton Abbot (3 1/4m) on penultimate start for Skeltons. Step back in the right direction when 17 1/2 lengths fifth in Chepstow handicap hurdle before facing a stiff task over fences last time. Has a lazy streak and it’s hard to be confident back hurdling. TFR BHA104
2
KEEP ON COBBLING (GB) (174) 1/1632-3 BF
Gr m Passing Glance - Upbeat Cobbler (FR) Sir John Timpson Br Sir J. Timpson & H. D. J. Daly
6 11-13
Will Featherstone (3) Henry Daly, Ludlow Timpson
TIMEFORMVIEWLow mileage 6-y-o who doubled her tally on reappearance at Sedgefield (21f) this time last year. Not seen to best effect when well-backed third (beaten 4 lengths after being snatched up) at Cartmel in May (25f). Unexposed as a stayer and fancied to resume winning ways back down in class. TFR BHA103
3
CRAFTY GAEL (IRE) (7) 0-32112 CD
7
11-9
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Brazilian Samba (IRE) Alice Stevens Mrs C Clark and Bolton Mill Racing Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWEx-Irish recruit. Sold out of Olly Murphy’s yard for only £8,500 after overcoming a pace bias to complete a double over C&D. May well have landed the hat-trick TFR BHA99 (+3) with a cleaner jump at the last on stable debut at Hexham (23f) 7 days ago. Can go well again off same mark (due to go up 3lb).
4
THE CLONMEL KID (IRE) (48) 336042
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Downsouth (IRE) Mr Peter Rawcliffe Br Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald
7
11-9
Beau Morgan Philip Kirby, Richmond Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWOften let down by his jumping after scoring over fences off 1lb higher in the spring. Return to hurdling did the trick when length second at Market Rasen 7 weeks ago. Ought to go with more fluency in refitted cheekpieces and could get his own way in front. TFR BHA99
5
LUMINARIES (IRE) (10) 021122 CD
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE) Ewan Whillans Racing Club Br Liam Gilsenan
9
10-6
Ellis Collier Ewan Whillans, Hawick Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
TIMEFORMVIEWRejuvenated in blinkers of late. Completed a handicap hurdle double over C&D before runner-up twice over fences, showing no ill-effects from a hard race (flattered to deceive) when beaten 2 3/4 lengths in 4-runner race at Sedgefield latest. May find a couple too strong at the finish back over hurdles. TFR BHA82 (+1)
6
IAMCELESTIALGIFT (FR) (70) 0P-6060
8
10-3
Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Rose Star (FR) Nick Slatter DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Mr T. Vigneron & Messrs M. & L. Lochin Pragnell
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly raced for his age (seemingly hard to train). Gone wrong way since justifying support on debut at Carlisle (19f) last spring. Little sign of capitalising on free-falling mark this summer. Off 10 weeks and hopes of revival pinned on breathing operation/another change of headgear. TFR BHA79 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Keep On Cobbling (GB), 11-4 Crafty Gael (IRE), 4-1 Luminaries (IRE), 5-1 The Clonmel Kid (IRE), 20-1 Muskerry Rock (IRE), Iamcelestialgift (FR)
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TOM O’BRIEN 1986 - 2026
Today we are remembering jockey Tom O’Brien who sadly died earlier this week, aged just 39, from cancer. Tom was a much-admired and respected mainstay of the Jump jockeys’ changing room over nineteen seasons riding more than 1000 winners. Champion Amateur and Champion Conditional, Tom then turned Professional with a huge portfolio of winners including two Coral Welsh Grand Nationals. Following his retirement from the saddle in 2023 he became a BHA Stipendiary Steward. We send our condolences and very best wishes to his wife Hayley and their two children Archie and Toby, to the rest of Tom’s family and his many friends. The Jump racing community will always remember Tom.
RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.20 - THE DBS AND WILLMOTT DIXON BUILDING TOGETHER 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Penalties, after October 31st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. DBS and Wilmott Dixon Building have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £30. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.55 - THE JDA GRAND DESIGN MARES’ 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 four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Penalties, after October 31st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. JDA have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £30. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 9 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.30 - THE BWB CONSULTING - WOMEN IN ENGINEERING 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, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Penalties, after October 31st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BWB Consulting have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £44. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 9lb. SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.05 - THE LEXY 21ST BIRTHDAY 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 won more than one race and which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, November 7th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Richard Bellamy has kindly sponsored this race and will award a prize to the groom responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 14 entries at £22. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.40 - THE FESTIVE FIXTURES AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, November 7th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. The racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 3rd April, 2027. 15 entries at £50. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.15 - THE WINTER LADIES DAY SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Penalties, after October 31st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £30. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.50 - THE CELEBRATE WITH SPONSORSHIP AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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 0-105. Enter by noon, November 7th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 11th. Penalties, after October 31st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to November 10th, 2026, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. The racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 12 entries at £30. - Closed November 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. 23
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