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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
horse’s name
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
form guide previous performances /=new season -=new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C=course winner D=distance winner age CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite
No. of days since last ran birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
14 POTTERS CORNER (IRE) (21) 2/-0P1FF
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weight st-lb
10-7
B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Woodford Beauty (IRE) James Bowen All Stars Sports Racing & J Davies Christian Williams, Bridgend Br Mrs P. J. O’Connor NAF S TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to land a Wincanton handicap in December and in the process of running very well when falling on his last 2 starts. Capable of figuring but will need to keep errors down. TFR###!! BHA135
KEY
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Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
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. ##!!! Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. #!!!! Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non handicap 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 1.27 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE BRITISH EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4590, 2nd £2296, 3rd £1147, 4th £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (53 wins from 283 runners, 19%) runs EQUI LIBRE & TURBOCHARGED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 73 runners, 22%) runs EQUI LIBRE & TURBOCHARGED FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2018 & 2020. The stable runs EQUI LIBRE & TURBOCHARGED today. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SHE CAN RUN & COOL OCEAN trained by S Allwood, Whitchurch, 144 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
This looks a good opportunity for fairly useful bumper performer TURBOCHARGED to make a successful start over hurdles. Point bumper winner Lunar Trix appeals as one of more interesting Rules debutants, in race where the betting should offer plenty of clues.
1-2-3: 1.TURBOCHARGED (IRE) 2.LUNAR TRIX (IRE) 3.SHAH (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
st lb
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SCOPIC (GB) (49) 6-0P60
5
11-0
B g Telescope (IRE) - Chesabel Mr M. M. Allen Br M. M. Allen
Richie McLernon
Ben Haslam, Middleham
TIMEFORMVIEWWell beaten at long odds all 5 starts to date, latterly from out of the weights in first-time hood/tongue tie on handicap debut at Sedgefield. First-time cheekpieces now replace tongue strap on return to maiden company. TFRHIIII BHA59
2
SHAH (FR) (152) 5-21
5
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Mina Hill (FR) FredWin Partnership Br O. Tricot, M. & L. Tricot-Legriffon
11-0
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW€12,500 3-y-o, £55,000 5-y-o, Walzertakt gelding. Half-brother to French 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Coco Caline. Dam 1 1/4m winner in France. Easy winner third start in Irish points (May 2026). One of the more interesting types in here, especially if supported. TFRHHHII BHA-
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SUPREME GEORGE (IRE) (31) 1321-55 D
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Dar Dar Supreme Thomas Fearn Br Dan McSorley
6
11-0
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORMVIEWFair sort. Thriving following a breathing operation when making it 4 wins from 6 starts over fences at Chepstow (2m) in April. Made it consecutive poor efforts with a relatively laboured return at Uttoxeter latest. May prove vulnerable to less-exposed ones, even if revived by a return to hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA107
4
TURBOCHARGED (IRE) (225) 31- D
5
11-0
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Turbo Linn Harry Skelton 3 Sons Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Cathal Ennis The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWWell-related 6-y-o who finished third in a solid Newbury bumper on debut last November. Confirmed that promise in spades when justifying support in impressive fashion at Haydock in March. In top hands and probably hard to beat if translating his fairly useful form to hurdles. TFRHHHHH BHA-
5
WINGS OF AYRTON (IRE) (160) 2-3
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Miss Ginsburg (IRE) Cookson, Vestey & Waters Br Miss Jane Mangan
5
11-0
Callum Pritchard
Ben Pauling, Naunton
BetPro IQ Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up sole start in Irish points. Found things happening too quickly when well-held third in 2m Warwick maiden on hurdling debut in May. Type to do better at some point for excellent yard, possibly in handicaps over further. TFRHHHII BHA-
6
ELMSFORD (IRE) (160) 0-3
B g Westerner - Billie Eve (FR) Browne, Mills-Kidals, Swerling, Beswick Br Kilartery Stud
4 10-13
Elliott England (7)
Ben Pauling, Naunton
TIMEFORMVIEW€40,000 3-y-o, €17,000 4-y-o, Westerner gelding. Dam, maiden on Flat in France, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Idarah. Third on second of 2 starts in Irish points (May 2026). Market should offer plenty of clues with yard also saddling Wings of Ayrton. TFRHHHII BHA-
7
EQUI LIBRE (FR) (9) 03-P
4 10-13
Ch g Elm Park - Equanimity (FR) They’re in the gates Br Frederique Hayeres, Puerari, Herve Hayer
Tristan Durrell
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEWFree-going sort. Close third in a Stratford bumper for Tom Weston prior to again looking a handful (didn’t even manage to jump an obstacle) when pulled up on hurdling/stable debut at Worcester on return. Looks the clear stable second string. TFRHHIII BHA8
8
GIFT FROM DERRICK (GB) (-)
4 10-13
B g Frontiersman - Try The Bell (IRE) Mr Robert Lester Br Mr & Mrs I. Ross
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Ted’s Gift. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser up to 2 1/2m Who’s That. Well worth a look in the market. TFRHHHII BHA-
LUNAR TRIX (IRE) (229) 1- D
4 10-13
B g Sea Moon - Hannah’s Magic (IRE) The Garratt Family Br Eva Hutchinson & Marie Caspersson
Charlie Hammond
Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Science Supplements S TIMEFORMVIEWSea Moon gelding. Half-brother to dual bumper winner Little Watson. Dam lightly-raced hurdler, 1 1/4m winner on Flat, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Cool Baranca. Comfortable winner of sole start in point bumpers. Certainly respected on hurdling debut with yard going well. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10
COOL OCEAN (IRE) (187) 2-
4
Ch f Crystal Ocean - Cool Fortune (IRE) Sam Allwood Racing Club Br Ms Colette O’Driscoll
10-6
Toby Wynne
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Allwood Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEW€2,000 4-y-o, Crystal Ocean filly. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Up For Review and fairly useful hurdle/chase winner (stayed 23f) Oscar Thyne. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Apr 2026). Looks one for time/distance on paper. TFRHHHII BHA-
11
SHE CAN RUN (GB) (199) 6-
B f Falco (USA) - Sheneededtherun (IRE) Coxon Francis McGuinness Br Sam Allwood
4
10-6
Brendan Powell
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Allwood Horse Transport S TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a staying chaser. Never involved at long odds on hurdling debut at Bangor (17f) in March. TFRHIIII BHA2025: SHABALKO D’HERM (FR) 5 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies EVENS (Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 1, 7.
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Turbocharged (IRE), 6-1 Lunar Trix (IRE), 13-2 Supreme George (IRE), 8-1 Shah (FR), 10-1 Gift From Derrick (GB), 12-1 Wings of Ayrton (IRE), 16-1 Elmsford (IRE), 28-1 Cool Ocean (IRE), 50-1 Equi Libre (FR), 150-1 Scopic (GB), 300-1 She Can Run (GB)
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SECOND RACE 2.02 ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 10YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE INSURANCE CONNECTIONS BEST BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (44 wins from 253 runners, 17%) runs MAHLER MOON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (9 wins from 52 runners, 17%) runs BACK IT UP LONGEST TRAVELLER: BACK IT UP trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 125 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
SAFE DESTINATION was below form on his final 2 starts last season, but he returns with his yard going well so is worth another chance from only 2lb above his last winning mark. Camarrate isn’t taken lightly, though, following his encouraging chasing debut at this course, with last year’s winner of this race Fern Hill also in the mix.
1-2-3: 1.SAFE DESTINATION 2.CAMARRATE (IRE) 3.FERN HILL (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
1
FERN HILL (IRE) (198) 525423- CD
11 12-0
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock Mr J E Harrison & Mrs S Case Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy
st lb
Jack Quinlan
Ben Case, Banbury
David Andrews Construction Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWNot straightforward but landed this race last year, before following up at Huntingdon. Bounced back from a couple of lesser efforts with creditable displays at Chepstow and Southwell when last seen in the spring and he’s capable of going well back here. TFRHHHHI BHA110
2
BACK IT UP (IRE) (15) 1/2P/4-54 D
8 11-13
B g Mahler - Meryemnana (IRE) Mr J. R. M. Ridge Br A. Larkin
Jonathan Burke
James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWMultiple point winner who shaped like a stayer in 3 starts over hurdles, keeping on again for fourth in 5-runner novice at Southwell (2 1/2m) 15 days ago. Interesting as he goes up in distance for handicap/chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA109
3
POST CHAISE (IRE) (42) 40512/-6 D
Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Trazona Kit (IRE) Mr Graham Cardwell Br Mr Richard O’Connor
9 11-12
Jack Tudor
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicap chaser at his best, winning twice back in 2024/25. Missed 18 months following that season, finishing well held TFRHHIII BHA108 on his return at Bangor 6 weeks ago. This run should reveal more with tongue strap now added.
4
EMAILANDY (IRE) (13) 0PP-31P D
8 11-11
B g Mount Nelson - Eoz (IRE) Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 26 Br Peter & Sandra McCarthy
Sean Bowen
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
FBC Manby Bowdler S TIMEFORMVIEWOne-time useful handicap hurdler for Paul Nicholls but little form since 2023/24, pulled up in 6 of his last 7 races including on seasonal/stable debut in handicap chase at Fontwell (19f) 13 days ago. Has enough to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA107
5
SAFE DESTINATION (GB) (225) 3126PP- CD
8 11-11
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Leighton Lass Sam Twiston-Davies Mr Malcolm Berryman Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br Yorton Farm Stud Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when landing a 3 1/4m Chepstow handicap a year ago. Ended the campaign with a couple of poor runs, but no surprise to see him bounce back after 7 months off (has run well fresh in the past) with yard in fine form. TFRHHHHH BHA107
6
MAHLER MOON (IRE) (145) P121-26 D
B g Mahler - Celestial Spirit (IRE) Mrs K. M. Pink Br Miss Lillian Barry
8
11-9
Jack Hogan
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Hollins Strategic Land Llp - Trading As Hollins Land S TIMEFORMVIEWEnjoyed a good spell during the spring, bagging small-field handicaps at Huntingdon in March and Wincanton in April. However, found things tougher when well held in 7-runner contest over this C&D in May and off nearly 5 months since. TFRHHHII BHA105
7
CAMARRATE (IRE) (31) 0361-P2
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Celtic Cygnet (IRE) Owners Group 127 Br Oak Hill Stud
6
11-8
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Owners Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first success in handicap hurdles when scoring at Newcastle (2 1/2m) in April. Pulled up next time, but sent chasing after 4 months off he got back on track when second of 8 in handicap at this course in September. Respected up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA104 12
8
SLANEY OPERA (IRE) (84) 435F23 D
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Miss Opera Mr J. Camm Br Joseph Smiddy
8
11-0
Jamie Hamilton
John Wainwright, Malton
TIMEFORMVIEWDoubled his tally at Sedgefield (3 1/4m) in January for Ruth Jefferson. Without a win since, joining Nick Scholfield in the spring, but ran well when third of 14 over this C&D in July. Task is now to build on latest effort starting off for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA96 2025: FERN HILL (IRE) 10 11 2 Jack Quinlan 11-4 (Ben Case) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6. Stewards Note: MAHLER MOON: Following its run on 24/5/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Camarrate (IRE), 9-2 Fern Hill (IRE), 11-2 Back It Up (IRE), 6-1 Slaney Opera (IRE), 7-1 Mahler Moon (IRE), 9-1 Safe Destination (GB), 11-1 Post Chaise (IRE), 16-1 Emailandy (IRE) TIME
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(Getawhisky ridden by Race preview Harry Skelton) from Weatherbys Weatherbys sponsor race three on today’s card, the Punting Feats And Bad Beats “Chasing Excellence” Mares’ Beginners’ Chase, a race over the minimum trip and in which five go to post. Four of the quintet have yet to race over fences under Rules, the exception being British debutante Folie Golith, a filly by Goliath du Berlais who arrives from France with plenty of experience under her belt. A winner over hurdles, she ran six times over fences, including latterly when runner-up in a Listed contest. A reproduction of that performance, which has earned her a BHA Rating of 137, would likely make her tough to beat, although she does need to prove that she can handle quicker ground. In receipt of a 9lb age-allowance, expect to see her make a bold bid from the front under Harry Cobden, on her first start for Faye Bramley.
Expect to see Folie Golith make a bold bid from the front Fergal O’Brien runs two, with daughter Fern aboard Siog Geal and Liam Harrison set to partner the wellbred Strong Run. The former is the highest-rated (over hurdles) of the other quartet, with her successful in a valuable handicap hurdle at Newbury in March 2025. She failed to win in four starts last term but is a former Irish WEATHERBYS RACE PREVIEW
Points winner who likes decent ground and as a result, should run well. Stable-mate Strong Run finished sixth in the corresponding race at Newbury this year and rounded off her novice hurdle campaign with success at Fontwell, where she hurdled efficiently. Coming back in trip isn’t ideal, with her being a full-sister to Grade 1 hurdler, Strong Leader. Dan Skelton’s Getawhisky finished one place in front of Strong Run at Newbury and is 3lb better off this afternoon. A bumper winner at Carlisle, the grey won on soft ground at Windsor last winter and is another who would, ideally, prefer a little more ease in the ground. She does look to have the build to take to fences, however. Lady Tadita completes the field for Jamie Snowden and Gavin Sheehan. A Huntingdon bumper winner as a three-year-old, she stayed on strongly to win at Market Rasen last autumn and was more professional, under a penalty, back at Huntingdon. Runner-up to St Irene in a Listed race at Taunton, she was tailed off behind Act Of Innocence in the Sidney Banks (again at Huntingdon) when last seen and should be suited by reverting to mares’ only company. Dropping back in trip, she is a mare with a good attitude and having recorded all three wins on good ground, should enjoy the prevailing conditions, but might need a little further in time.
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THIRD RACE 2.37 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 214YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE 100 PUNTING FEATS AND BAD BEATS ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ MARES’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £15000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (53 wins from 283 runners, 19%) runs GETAWHISKY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 73 runners, 22%) runs GETAWHISKY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: LADY TADITA trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 116 miles & FOLIE GOLITH trained by F Bramley, Lambourn, 116 miles.
RACE SUMMARY Preference is for FOLIE GOLITH, who has already run to a fairly useful level over fences with a pair of runner-up efforts in Listed events in France. She can put that experience to good use to make a winning stable debut, with Siog Geal the pick for second as the highest rated of these over hurdles, ahead of Getawhisky. 1-2-3: 1.FOLIE GOLITH (FR) 2.SIOG GEAL (IRE) 3.GETAWHISKY
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Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
st lb
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GETAWHISKY (GB) (209) 0/4F145- D
6
11-4
Gr m Getaway (GER) - Whisky Rose (IRE) Harry Skelton Distillery Stud & Alne Park Stud Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Distillery Stud The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner who made her third start over hurdles a winning one in mares novice at Windsor in January. Wasn’t able to justify favouritism on handicap debut when fifth of 15 in EBF Mares’ Final at Newbury in March, but she’s one to note as she goes chasing for her leading yard. TFRHHHHI BHA119
2
LADY TADITA (GB) (253) 1/1126- D
Ch m Masterstroke (USA) - Fabrika Mr A Palk Br Yorton Farm Stud
5
11-4
Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWDebut bumper winner and looked an even better prospect when scoring on her first 2 starts over hurdles last season, before a good second in Listed mares novice at Taunton in December. However, was tailed off at Huntingdon in February and absent since ahead of chasing bow. TFRHHIII BHA119
3
SIOG GEAL (IRE) (215) 21/3252- D
B m Malinas (GER) - Seoighe (IRE) The Good Stock Syndicate Br Mr John Noel McGivney
7
11-4
Fern O’Brien (5)
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Hollins Strategic Land Llp - Trading As Hollins Land S TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2024/25 with EBF Mares’ Final success at Newbury and continued to run well last season without winning, going close in mares handicap at Chepstow (19f) on final outing in March. Irish point winner so she could make a bold bid on chasing debut. TFRHHHHI BHA127
4
STRONG RUN (GB) (175) 6/31261- D
B m Passing Glance - Strong Westerner (IRE) Welfordgolf syndicate Br R. Rainbow & Sons
7
11-4
Liam Harrison
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Welford On Avon Golf Course Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who wasn’t far off that level over hurdles last season, scoring twice including when landing the odds in mares novice at Fontwell (2 3/4m) in April. Has the pedigree and physique for chasing, though this trip might be on the short side making her return. TFRHHHII BHA117
5
FOLIE GOLITH (FR) (190) 642262- D
B f Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Folie d’Oudairies (FR) Bartlett, Carthy, Shanahan, Durkan Br Ecurie Cerdeval
4
10-9
Harry Cobden
Faye Bramley, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner in France who showed better form in defeat over fences, runner-up 3 times including twice in Listed events. Only narrowly denied at Auteuil in April, so she’s a major player making first run after leaving Jeremy Da Silva. TFRHHHHH BHA137 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Folie Golith (FR), 3-1 Siog Geal (IRE), 9-2 Getawhisky (GB), 13-2 Lady Tadita (GB), Strong Run (GB)
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FOURTH RACE 3.12 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 207YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE D&M GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £18600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £7394, 2nd £3696, 3rd £1849, 4th £924, 5th £461, 6th £231. (Penalty Value £9677.58)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (53 wins from 283 runners, 19%) runs SERVICE MINIMUM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 73 runners, 22%) runs SERVICE MINIMUM LONGEST TRAVELLER: KAROLINE BANBOU trained by F Bramley, Lambourn, 116 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
SEAMOON STORY is taken to pick up where he left off last season and make a successful handicap debut. The main danger could be Service Minimum, who has race fitness on her side and will likely benefit from a good pace to aim at.
1-2-3: 1.SEAMOON STORY (IRE) 2.SERVICE MINIMUM (FR) 3.STATIC (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
st lb
1
SERVICE MINIMUM (FR) (28) 4011-01 D
6
12-0
Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - Zanzibelle (FR) Harry Skelton Susan Johnson Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Mr Christophe Pellerin The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWThriving when completing a mares handicap double with a strong-travelling display at Warwick in April. Resumed progress following 4-month break when snug winner in open company at Newton Abbot last time. This could be run to suit and no surprise if she makes a bold bid to defy a career-high mark. TFRHHHHI BHA132
2
SEAMOON STORY (IRE) (223) 24551- D
B g Sea Moon - Bally Bolshoi (IRE) Caudwell, Colson, MacEchern & Pauling Br R. Cotton & S. Lannigan O’Keeffe
5
11-7
Daire McConville (7)
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Charlie Longsdon Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWell-related sort who chased home Ballyfad (now very useful) in a point. Much improved on fourth and final hurdle start of last season, opening his account in decisive fashion courtesy of a sound-jumping display at Hereford (2 1/2m) in March. Opening mark could prove a lenient one given his profile. TFRHHHHH BHA125
3
KAROLINE BANBOU (FR) (20) 22F-600
6
B m No Risk At All (FR) - Vestale Banbou (FR) Mr John P. McManus Br Madame Evelyne Banchereau
11-7
Harry Cobden
Faye Bramley, Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort over hurdles when fourth in 2025 Dawn Run at Cheltenham Festival. Fall at Leopardstown in March seemingly derailed her progress over fences for Willie Mullins this year. Back hurdling and went with little encouragement at long odds on return/stable debut at Market Rasen (17f) latest. TFRHHIII BHA125
4
MISS MAVERICK (GB) (98) 5-10431 CD
9
B m Westerner - Heels Overhead Miss Jean Balmer Br Miss Jean Balmer
11-6
Sean Bowen
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
TIMEFORMVIEWFree-going front runner. Notched a fifth success here on return in May. Built on a promising effort when all out to resume winning ways in a 2 1/2m Worcester handicap in July. Sean Bowen takes over, however, has previously found this mark beyond her and likely faces competition for the lead this time. TFRHHHII BHA124
5
STATIC (FR) (154) 30110-5 D
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Electrostatique (FR) Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick Br Mme Marie Merienne , Mr Julien Merienne
5
11-4
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORMVIEWTurned a corner for the switch to front-running tactics in the spring, narrowly completing a double in a better race for the grade at Bangor. Never looked like repeating the feat in a pair of Aintree handicaps subsequently. May do better back in calmer waters following a 2lb reprieve, though. TFRHHHII BHA122
6
BANDERAS (IRE) (14) 310-510 D
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Glamorous Approach (IRE) Team Antonio Br Ballylinch Stud
6 10-10
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWStrong-travelling type. Resumed progress over hurdles when winning a 2 1/2m Hexham handicap in May. Well held over 2m on return there earlier this month (also lost a shoe). Reasonable to expect better back up in trip, with yard still in good nick. TFRHHHII BHA114 2025: DARGIANNINI (IRE) 10 11 13 Paul O’Brien 12-1 (Harry Derham) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Stewards Note: BANDERAS: Following its run on 2/10/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its right-fore shoe. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Service Minimum (FR), 7-2 Seamoon Story (IRE), 4-1 Static (FR), 9-2 Miss Maverick (GB), 8-1 Banderas (IRE), 25-1 Karoline Banbou (FR) 20
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FIFTH RACE 3.47 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 214YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE THOMAS AND SONNY CRILLY PLANT HIRE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (44 wins from 253 runners, 17%) runs MISTER CESSNA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs MISTER CESSNA LONGEST TRAVELLER: SWEEPER SYSTEM trained by S Allwood, Whitchurch, 144 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
With all bar one of these making their seasonal return, it’s difficult to know what to expect. The tentative nod goes to MISTER CESSNA, who won this corresponding race last year and arrives 4lb below that mark having failed to fire since. Bobbi’s Beauty ended last season with a comprehensive success at Taunton, so she gets the nod for the forecast spot over chasing debutant Rula Bula.
1-2-3: 1.MISTER CESSNA (FR) 2.BOBBI’S BEAUTY (IRE) 3.RULA BULA (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
st lb
1
BLEU D’ENFER (FR) (31) 20-2462
8
12-0
Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Quesotho Royale (FR) Harry Brown (10) N J Clayton Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Br Mr F. Duvivier & Mr G. Defontaine NJC Thermal Covers (UK) Ltd, Best Bespoke Energy Saving Thermal Covers S
TIMEFORM VIEW8-y-o who boasts a patchy record but avoided mistakes for once and wasn’t disgraced back at a more suitable trip when second of 5 over C&D (good) last month, albeit no match for the easy winner. Well treated if able to build on that here. TFRHHHII BHA120
2
RULA BULA (IRE) (176) 25/1505- D
B m Mount Nelson - Kopitar (IRE) Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Br Peter Greaney
7 11-13
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWReturned last season with success in 17f Carlisle handicap in November but only seen 3 times since, fifth of 10 in at Warwick (21f, good to firm) when last seen in April. Has won twice back from a break and she’s worth a second look in the betting on chasing debut. TFRHHHII BHA119
MISTER CESSNA (FR) (156) 1/1264-0 CD
5 11-10
B g Doha Dream (FR) - Histoire Naturelle (IRE) Jack Hogan Guy Henriques & Richard Gnodde Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Haras Du Hoguenet Hollins Strategic Land Llp - Trading As Hollins Land S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over hurdles who was successful in this corresponding race on return last season. Became disappointing thereafter and returns from 4lb below that winning mark as a result. TFRHHHHH BHA116
4
BOBBI’S BEAUTY (IRE) (206) 442251- D
B m Mahler - Bobbi’s Venture (IRE) Oliver Ryan,Jim White & Debbie Charlton Br Pat Moore
8
11-2
Sean Bowen
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
FBC Manby Bowdler S TIMEFORMVIEWHeld her form well on the whole last season and got her reward with an emphatic success in 6-runner handicap at Taunton (2 1/4m) back in March, responding well to an attacking ride in first-time cheekpieces. Has gone well fresh before, so every chance she can pick up from where she left off. TFRHHHHI BHA108
5
SWEEPER SYSTEM (IRE) (195) 653P13- D
B g Doyen (IRE) - Presenting Marble (IRE) Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw Br Robert B. Hodgins
6
11-0
Brendan Powell
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Allwood Horse Transport S TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up on heavy-ground handicap debut over 2 1/2m at Wetherby in January but different proposition dropped back to 2m at the same venue on good to soft in March. Well beaten the following month at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft) and off since ahead of this chasing debut. TFRHHIII BHA106 2025: MISTER CESSNA (FR) 4 11 5 Jonathan Burke 5-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note: MISTER CESSNA: Following its run on 13/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Bobbi’s Beauty (IRE), 7-2 Rula Bula (IRE), 9-2 Bleu d’Enfer (FR), 17-2 Sweeper System (IRE), 12-1 Mister Cessna (FR)
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SIXTH RACE 4.22 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WE BUY CARS ON THE GO HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (53 wins from 283 runners, 19%) runs HOLEHEARTEDLY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 73 runners, 22%) runs HOLEHEARTEDLY LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRYSON trained by A McGuinness, Ireland.
RACE SUMMARY
HOLEHEARTEDLY was brought along steadily by Dan Skelton last season and could be primed to make winning start in handicaps. Uhtred Ragnarson has been in good form over the summer and is feared most with Harry Cobden taking over.
1-2-3: 1.HOLEHEARTEDLY (IRE) 2.UHTRED RAGNARSON (IRE) 3.ADE BOY (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
st lb
1
ZENATO (IRE) (242) 1/40115- D
5
12-0
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Romie’s Kastett (GER) Fern O’Brien (5) FRN - BITA Craic Club Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Mrs Clodagh McStay Hollins Strategic Land Llp - Trading As Hollins Land S
TIMEFORMVIEWNeeded his reappearance this time last year (took keen hold) prior to landing a Stratford/Sedgefield double under this rider. Went off too hard on softer ground than previously on hat-trick bid and did finish his season on a high when going close on Flat at Wolverhampton in February. TFRHHHII BHA105
2
ADE BOY (IRE) (21) 1634-2
B g Bullet Train - L’Etoile du Nord (IRE) Swanee River Partnership Br Mr K. D. Cotter
5
12-0
Jonathan Burke
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Charlie Longsdon Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDecisive winner of a Navan bumper on debut. Improved from hurdle/stable debut when third in fair maiden at Huntingdon (2m) in March. Tongue strap added/ step back in right direction when distant second at Worcester (2 1/2m, soft) on return and addition of first-time cheekpieces should benefit. TFRHHHII BHA105
3
UHTRED RAGNARSON (IRE) (38) 3F-0352 D BF
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Spanish Berry (IRE) Alan King Racing Club Br Cyril & Michael Kelly
5
12-0
Harry Cobden
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Goodwin Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2m Warwick handicap (now 5lb higher) this time last year. Has returned in good heart, making up plenty of ground on the winner (despite hanging left) when 3/4-length second of 6 at Bangor (17f) latest. Addition of cheekpieces looks a positive and fancied to go well under Harry Cobden. TFRHHHHI BHA105
4
COTTON SOCKS (GB) (193) 2331- D
Br or Gr g Passing Glance - Giving Back Mrs P. Toye Br Pitchall Stud Partnership & Mrs Pat Toye
4 11-12
Tom Cannon
Lucy Wadham, Newmarket
Brown & Brown S TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in bumpers at Huntingdon/Wetherby last winter. Capitalised on below-par effort from odds-on jolly (who won subsequently) when making it second time lucky over hurdles in juvenile event at Fakenham in April. Didn’t look entirely straightforward but remains unexposed on handicap bow/return. TFRHHHII BHA104
5
NOBOTHERATALL (IRE) (23) 0-12400 D
B g Jet Away - My Lady Dane (IRE) Steven Wilson Ltd Br James Codd
6 11-11
Harry Reed
Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
Border Caravans Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper winner who made a bright start in novice hurdles in the North this summer. Hasn’t offered much under usual front-running tactics in either handicap start since. Only considered if market suggests that capable yard has him back on song. TFRHHIII BHA102
6
GAELIC GLOW (GB) (208) 650565-
B g Passing Glance - My Miss Lucy Dot’s Codgers Br Oliver Dale
5
11-9
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSome promise in a couple of bumpers for Tom Weston. Brought along with handicaps in mind over hurdles but didn’t make an immediate impact, beaten 10 1/2 lengths (took strong hold) at Carlisle (19f) in March. Only dropped 1lb for that and market likely to guide on return in first-time tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA100
7
BRYSON (IRE) (12) U26000
6
11-5
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Coolharbour Breeze (IRE) Sean Bowen N. O’Hare/M. Devlin/P. Smith/S. Fleville Adrian McGuinness, Ireland Br Ms Anne Wishart
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise without looking the easiest of conveyances (has bled) in Downpatrick handicaps this summer. Step back in direction when beaten 11 1/4 lengths on first start for Ado McGuinness yard at Killarney latest. Jockey booking catches the eye on first British start (races off 3lb higher). TFRHHHII BHA96 26
8
INDEPENDENT LADY (GER) (193) 460014-
B m Lord of England (GER) - I Think So (GER) The Garratt Family Br Gestut Elsetal
5
11-4
Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Unibet S TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 5-y-o. Found plenty when improving to get off the mark on handicap bow at Hereford (2 1/2m) in March. Clearly didn’t give her running (returned with leg wound) when turned over there the following month. Likely worth another chance given her profile/connections. TFRHHHII BHA95
9
HOLEHEARTEDLY (IRE) (216) 6000-
5
11-0
Ch g Sea Moon - Nella di Monsone Mr J. Allday Br Hannah Watson & Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Harry Skelton
10
3
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORMVIEWFlat-bred son of Sea Moon (half-brother to useful one in that sphere). Some promise on his sole bumper outing prior to being campaigned with handicaps in mind over hurdles (well held at long odds) last season. In top hands and fancied to make an immediate impact off a lowly opening mark. TFRHHHHH BHA91
ADBA (FR) (20) 651
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ajayeb (IRE) The Cheeky Pups Br Al Shaqab Racing
10-8
Harry Kimber
Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Scotty Brand Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat for Ralph Beckett. Proved a different proposition third time up over hurdles, showing a good attitude to win weak Market Rasen mares maiden. Handicapper hasn’t missed her on the back of that, for all she’s still relatively unexposed for a good yard. TFRHHHII BHA102 2025: CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE) 7 10 10 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 9-4 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 3. Hood worn by No. 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Stewards Note: UHTRED RAGNARSON: Following its run on 8/9/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed late-on. GAELIC GLOW: Following its run on 22/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed late-on. INDEPENDENT LADY: Following its run on 6/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was wounded on its left-fore. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Holeheartedly (IRE), 11-2 Uhtred Ragnarson (IRE), 13-2 Ade Boy (IRE), Independent Lady (GER), 9-1 Cotton Socks (GB), Bryson (IRE), 10-1 Zenato (IRE), 12-1 Adba (FR), 20-1 Gaelic Glow (GB), 28-1 Nobotheratall (IRE)
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SEVENTH RACE 4.53 ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE QUINNBET MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL AND AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (61 wins from 290 runners, 21%) runs PASSING CHANCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs DIV INE GLANCE & MARIAH’S DREAM
LONGEST TRAVELLER: CRYSTAL CONNEMARA trained by M Comley, Sutton Veny, 155 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
MADAM SPEAKER sets a good standard for a race of this type and should prove hard to beat. Harzandacassandra finished behind the selection last time but retains some potential back in calmer waters, while Div Ine Glance is another with each-way claims if building on her debut promise.
1-2-3: 1.MADAM SPEAKER (IRE) 2.HARZANDACASSANDRA 3.DIV INE GLANCE KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
no
horse
age
st lb
1
DIV INE GLANCE (GB) (223) 5-
5
11-2
B m Passing Glance - Mid Div And Creep Fern O’Brien (5) Mrs K. Exall Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Mrs K. Exall & Mr A. Exall Hollins Strategic Land Llp - Trading As Hollins Land S
TIMEFORMVIEWPassing Glance mare bred more for stamina than speed but showed ability when fifth of 14 in a bumper at Hereford (2m) on debut in March, catching the eye making good progress out wide end of back straight. Likely to need longer trips in due course but has each-way claims if building on that run. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
HARZANDACASSANDRA (GB) (209) 00-
5
11-2
Br m Harzand (IRE) - Scorpio Queen (IRE) Isabelle Ryder (5) DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Pragnell S
TIMEFORMVIEWHarzandfilly who wasn’tseen tobesteffectwhenseventh of 9ina bumperat Ascot ondebut, meeting sometroubleandlackinga turn offootwhen thesprint developed. Made no impact in a much deeper event (when behind Madam Speaker) at Newbury but retains some potential back in calmer waters. TFRHHHII BHA-
3
CRYSTAL CONNEMARA (IRE) (226) 32-
B f Crystal Ocean - Hills of Connemara (IRE) The Crystal Connemara Syndicate With H&H Br Forge Bloodstock Ltd
4
11-1
Miss Aimee Jones (7)
Max Comley, Sutton Veny
The Injured Jockeys Fund S TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up a little on her debut form for Richard Bandey when second of 8 in bumper (9/2) at Catterick (2m, good) in March, collared final 100 yds. Needs more for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA-
4
EBARAYNA (GB)) (42)) 20
4 11-1 R E Henry Oliver, Kinnersley NN -RU N NO TIMEFORMVIEWPostponed filly who made an encouraging start to her career when finding only one too good in 12-runner bumper at Uttoxeter (2m) in July, sticking B f Postponed (IRE) - Ebana Mr Nick Shutts Br R. W. Russell
to her task. Since changed hands for £45,000 (still with same yard) but went backwards in no certain terms at Worcester last time.
5
JUST RIZZO (IRE) (198) 0-
Gr f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Maxwells Demon (IRE) Mr Tony Ackroyd & Mr Nick Kent Br Millbrook Equine
4
TFRHHHII BHA-
11-1
Murray Dodd (5)
Nick Kent, Brigg
Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S TIMEFORM VIEW Looked one for the longer term when down the field in a 10-runner bumper at Southwell (2m, good to soft) on debut in April. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
MADAM SPEAKER (IRE) (209) 22-
B f Harzand (IRE) - Conversation (IRE) Highclere Racing & Bloomsbury Stud NZ Br Bloomsbury Stud
4
11-1
Mr Daniel Williams (7)
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £52,000 3-y-o who found only one too good on both bumper outings last season, including in a very valuable event at Newbury (2m) when last seen. Sets a good standard back from 6 months off. TFRHHHHH BHA-
7
MARIAH’S DREAM (GB) (321) 5-
B f Postponed (IRE) - Douryna Our Stable Ltd Br R. W. Russell
4
11-1
Mr Lucas Murphy (5)
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Corrivo Building Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW£40,000 3-y-o, Postponed filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser Choice of Words and fairly useful 2 1/2m hurdle winner Itseemslikeit. Was very green when fifth of 10 in a junior bumper at Doncaster on debut 10 months ago and may show more second time up. TFRHHHII BHA28
8
PASSING CHANCE (GB) (-)
Br f Passing Glance - Miss Mahmite (IRE) Mrs J. A. Thomas Br Julie Thomas
4
11-1
Lewis Saunders (5)
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Betano S TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly. Dam fair maiden hurdler. In good hands so a newcomer to keep an eye on in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA2025: SHOTGUN SHIRLEY 4 10 10 Ben Bromley 9-2 (Lucy Wadham) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Stewards Note: HARZANDACASSANDRA: Following its run on 21/3/2026 it was reported that the horse had lost its right-hind shoe. Probable S.P’s: 5-6 Madam Speaker (IRE), 8-1 Div Ine Glance (GB), 17-2 Crystal Connemara (IRE), 9-1 Passing Chance (GB), 11-1 Harzandacassandra (GB), 16-1 Mariah’s Dream (GB), 66-1 Just Rizzo (IRE)
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Eaton Hall Shooting Ground, is your premier clay shooting destination in the Midlands! WHY CHOOSE US? A purpose-built clubhouse. Clay Pigeon Shooting. Air rifle range. Full Bore Rifle Range. Running Boar. Gunroom. Clothing Room. Café. Meeting rooms & Corporate Facilities. Everyone welcome. Open 9am - 4pm, Monday to Friday. Open 9am - 2pm on Sunday. WHERE TO FIND US. Eaton Hall Shooting Ground. Upwoods Road. Doveridge, Ashbourne. DE6 5LN.
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01889 565986
RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.27 - THE BRITISH EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for novice four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 10th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Trustees of the British EBF have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, theywill present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 13th, 2027. 25 entries at £55. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.02 - THE INSURANCE CONNECTIONS BEST BET 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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Insurance Connections has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 16 entries at £44. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.37 - THE 100 PUNTING FEATS AND BAD BEATS ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ MARES’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) 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 fillies and mares only which have not won a steeple chase. Enter by noon, October 10th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases and/or Hurdles combined.. WEATHERBYS has kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 10 entries at £75. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) SEE PAGE 17 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.12 - THE D&M GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9677 to the winning horse The second to receive £4449, the third £2224, the fourth £1112, the fifth £556 and the sixth £277. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £93 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £75 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. D&M Groundworks have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 5 at £18 and 8 at £93. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7394; Second £3696; Third £1849; Fourth £924; Fifth £461; Sixth £231. (Penalty Value £9677.58) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.47 - THE THOMAS AND SONNY CRILLY PLANT HIRE 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Thomas and Sonny Crilly Plant Hire have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 14 entries at £44. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.22 - THE WE BUY CARS ON THE GO 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 0-105. Enter by noon, October 10th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. We Buy Cars On The Go have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 18 entries at £30. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.53 - THE QUINNBET MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL AND AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (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 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, October 10th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this Race. QuinnBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 13 entries at £22. - Closed October 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. 31
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