Welcome to the Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National Raceday and a particularly warm welcome and thank you to our new sponsors Jenningsbet.
We have a record £386,500 of prizemoney up for grabs today across our 7 racecard with the big races offering a £160,000 purse making this the richest raceday in Uttoxeter’s history.
This year’s big race looks a competitive affair with Mr Vango toping the ratings for Sara Bradstock after winning its last 2 races. Welsh Grand National winner Val Dancer runs for Mel Rowley, but the favourite for the race is Knockanore who comes here in great shape after comfortably winning the Eider Chase at Newcastle.
We have some great entertainment planned for our racegoers today. Back Chat Brass will be roaming the crowds prior to racing and you can head over to the Rugby Marquee in the Centre Course where we will have live music from Irish band, Radio Murphy. You can also enjoy the screening of the scheduled Six Nations matches on our giant screen
Don’t rush home after racing as the entertainment will continue with the climax of the England v Wales match will be screening in the Premier Bar and Radio Murphy will be entertaining us in the Betting Hall bar.
Also keep an eye out for the giant cake of last year’s winner ‘Beauport’. The cake will be on view outside of the Racecourse Office throughout the afternoon and you will have a chance to have a taste of this fantastic creation made by ‘Lara Cakes’ later in the day.
Bob Champion will be walking around the site doing a meet and greet to help raise funds for our fantastic charity partner for the day, Burton Albion Community Trust. Bob won the 1981 Grand National whilst riding Aldaniti to victory with the pair of them winning the team of the year, sports personality award later that year for their success.
Last year we had a 13% increase in attendance for this fixture and yet again the ticket sales have been excellent with another year-on-year increase expected. Thank you all for attending and helping make this day such a special occasion for all at the racecourse and the town of Uttoxeter.
Please enjoy your day but can I ask that you are respectful to your fellow racegoers and our magnificent staff that have worked tirelessly over the past few weeks to ensure that we all have a fun, safe and enjoyable day.
Good Luck!
Brian Barrass Executive Director
MEET THE TEAM
BRIAN BARRASS
JO PROCTOR
Executive Director
Financial Controller
Clerk of the course
DEBBIE NEWMAN
LIZ O’SULLIVAN
PAUL HANSON
Hospitality Manager
Business Manager
ABBIE GRAY
Catering Operations Manager
Safety & Operations Manager
JAZMIN COLLINS
Business Co-ordinator
ELIZABETH O’FLAHERTY
UTTOXETER RACECOURSE
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
The Uttoxeter Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.
SATURDAY 15 MARCH
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
LOUISE MOORE (CHIEF STEWARD)
JEREMY BARLOW (STEWARDS' PANEL CHAIR)
MICHAEL EYRE, LYNDSAY GLYNN, NATHAN GREEN, MICHAEL WALTON, RICHARD WESTROPP
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 TFRëëëêê BHA135
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED
Eachhorse hasbeen given astarrating, theseare defined below:
ëëëëë Selected to winthe race
ëëëëê Good chanceofbeingplaced
ëëëêê By no means outofthe reckoningbut at leastone or twoholdstrongerclaims.
ëëêêê Unlikely to winbut nottotally withouthope.
ëêêêê Canbegiven little or no chance You must be 18 or over to place a bet
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
TheBHA Handicappersallot ratings to horsesoncetheyhave takenpartina sufficient number of racestoenable theHandicapperstomakeanumericalassessmentofeachhorse’s ability.The principalpurpose of theratingsistodetermine theweighttobecarried by each runnerinhandicapraces,with theHandicappersaimingtoprovideeachparticipantwith an equalchancebased on itsbestrecentformunder itsoptimum conditions
Ahorse rated100,for example,would be settocarry 1lbmorethanahorse rated99 (ignoringany penaltiesorallowances).The ratingspublished in theracecardfor handicap racesare theratingsthatwereused to calculatethe weight to be carriedbyeachhorse, whilst in non handicap racesthe rating shownisthatofeachrunneratthe time that the entries forthe race were confirmed.Any subsequentlypublished change to arating, either up or down,isshown in brackets following therating. Fornovicesteeple chasers, thelatest hurdleracerating maybeshownuntilsuchtimeasthe Handicappersallot aseparate steeple chase rating. Such ratings areprefixedbythe letterh
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
Race 1 1.37 2m
1 Timetoshine (FR) 11-7
2 Anariza (FR) 11-0
3 Cracker Muddle (GB) 11-0
4 Miss Altea Blue (FR) 10-11
5 Christian Bruce (IRE) 10-4
6 Nancy P (IRE) 10-4
Race 2 2.10 2m 2f
1 Asta La Pasta (IRE) 11-12
2 Riskintheground (IRE) 11-8
3 First Street (GB) 11-8
4 Teddy Blue (GER) 11-7
5 Moveit Like Minnie (IRE) 11-4
6 Paddy In The Caddy (IRE) 10-7
Race 3 2.45 2m 5f
1 West Balboa (IRE) 12-0
2 Pyramid Place (IRE) 11-12
3 Chasing Fire (GB) 11-11
4 Irish Hill (GER) 11-11
5 Classic King (IRE) 11-9
6 Saint Anapolino (FR) 11-8
7 Josh The Boss (GB) 11-7
8 Double Powerful (IRE) 11-5
9 Aston Martini (GB) 11-4
10 The Gray Ghost (IRE) 10-13
KEMPTON PARK
Race 4 3.20 2m 4f 110y
1 Authorized Art (FR) 12-0
2 Midnight River (GB) 11-13
3 Outlaw Peter (IRE) 11-11
4 Sure Touch (GB) 11-6
5 Jetoile (IRE) 11-5
6 Bad (FR) 11-2
7 Flegmatik (FR) 10-12
8 Bourbali (FR) 10-11
9 Hidden Heroics (FR) 10-10
10 Bashers Reflection (GB) 10-2
Race 5 3.57 2m 5f
1 Kingston Pride (IRE) 11-7
2 Quebecois (FR) 11-7
3 In The Shade (GB) 11-0
4 Kicks And Ale (IRE) 11-0
Race 6 4.32 3m
1 Slipway (IRE) 12-2
2 The Wolf (FR) 12-0
3 Sail Away (FR) 11-13
4 The Doyen Chief (IRE) 11-11
5 Dibble Decker (IRE) 11-9
6 Up The Straight (IRE) 10-9
Race 7 5.07 2m
1 Barachiel (IRE) 11-0
2 Can You Hear Me (IRE) 11-0
3 Crown Khov (IRE) 11-0
4 Idontdealwithliars (GB) 11-0
5 Kapitein Kool (IRE) 11-0
6 Leaumec de Mee (FR) 11-0
7 Major Dino (FR) 11-0
8 Night Ride Home (FR) 11-0
9 Sir Hobnob (GB) 11-0
10 The Egyptian Ginge (IRE) 11-0
11 Trustintimes (GB) 11-0
12 At Sunrise (GB) 10-7
13 Seven Stars (GB) 10-7
Race 1 1.27 2m 190y
1 Small Town Kid (IRE) 11-12
2 Double Digits (GB) 11-5
3 Wind Your Neck In (IRE) 11-5
4 Pour Tout Le Monde (GB) 10-12
5 Livano Bello (FR) 10-9
6 Matwana (FR) 10-9
Race 2 2.02 2m 75y
1 Willie Shake Hands (IRE) 11-7
2 Jet of Dreams (IRE) 11-6
3 Hold Onto The Line (IRE) 11-5
4 Electric Jet (IRE) 11-2
NEWCASTLE
Race 3 2.37 2m 4f 62y
1 Rioja Alta (IRE) 12-0
2 Bo Cruz (IRE) 11-12
3 Tommy Johnson (IRE) 11-11
4 Athair Mor (IRE) 11-10
5 Knacker Trapper (IRE) 11-7
6 Prince Nino (FR) 10-8
7 Dartmhor (GB) 10-7
8 Luminaries (IRE) 10-6
Race 4 3.12 2m 7f 91y
1 Bowmore (IRE) 12-0
2 Special Rate (IRE) 11-4
3 Cerendipity (IRE) 11-1
4 Milan Bridge (IRE) 11-0
Race 5 3.47 2m 190y
1 Pay The Piper (IRE) 12-0
2 Givemefive (IRE) 11-9
3 Jericoacoara (FR) 11-1
4 Ballygeary (IRE) 10-13
Race 6 4.22 2m 7f 91y
1 Community Rebel (IRE) 12-0
2 Hawkseye View (GB) 11-11
3 Jamesieconn (IRE) 11-11
4 Watchoutitscookie (IRE) 10-9
5 Onenightintown (IRE) 10-6
6 Halfway House Lad (GB)10-3
Race 7 4.57 2m 190y
1 Daytona Sky (IRE) 11-2
2 He’s A Ripper (FR) 11-2
3 Hunters Spring (GB) 10-6
4 Japetus (GB) 10-6
5 Jet Approach (IRE) 10-6
FIRST RACE 1.50
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 207YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE JENNINGSBET 200 SHOPS NATIONWIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £20000 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs HIDDEN HISTORY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs BELOW THE RADAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: STATUARIO trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 235 miles.
Having been well-backed when runner-up on final start for previous connections, HIDDEN HISTORY makes plenty of appeal off his current mark on debut for the Skelton team. Dual hurdles winner Wellington Arch has shown plenty in novice company and should be suited by this step up in trip, while Below The Radar could be interesting if putting it all together back at the scene of his last victory.
1
JILAIJONE
(FR)
(28) 422414 CD
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Alauda (FR)
6 12-0
Freddie Mitchell (5)
Mr Samuel Sutton David Pipe, Wellington
Br Pierre de Maleissye Melun
Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlonglosingrunwheneasywinneratUttoxeterintestingconditionsinJanuaryandranatleastaswellonfirstcrackatastayingtripwhen fourth of 17 in a well-run handicap Ascot (23.5f) the following month. Drops back in distance and should give another good account. TFRëëëêê BHA127
2 STATUARIO (GB) (92) 130540 D
10 12-0
B g Helmet (AUS) - Cat Hunter Shane Fenelon (5)
Mrs N. Unsworth Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Mr David Cohen Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWCampaignsprimarilyasachaserandenhancedexcellentPerth recordwith anotherbrace ofsmall-fieldwinsinthatspherebackMay/June Disappointed on most recent outing over fences this season and doesn’t look obviously well-handicapped reverted to hurdles. TFRëëêêê BHA127
3 LIHYAN (IRE) (139) 065113 C D 7 11-12
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Elle Est Milan (IRE)
Bill Fraser & Adrian Pritchard
Charlie Maggs (5)
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Mr S. Gorman Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORM VIEWEnjoyed a good start to his campaign, posted a career-best at this venue (23.3f) in October, doing well to come from last to first in a falsely-run race Far from disgraced when third at Aintree later that month, although does race from a career high mark on his return from 139-day absence. TFRëëëêê BHA125
4 WHATSUPWITHYOU (IRE) (24) 2-20031 CD 11 11-12
B g Shantou (USA) - Whats Up Britta (IRE) Callum Pritchard (5)
Co-Foundations Ltd
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Stone Electrical Ltd Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner capitalised on falling handicap mark when making-all at Ludlow (21.3f) last month, having enjoyed the run of the race He’s yet to win off a mark this high and needs a career-best now upped in grade. TFRëëëêê BHA125
5 BLENKINSOP (GB) (42) 11110/-0 D
8 11-9
B g Westerner - Last of Her Line Hugh Nugent (3)
Mrs L Nixon Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br T. F. F. Nixon
Humphrey Butler Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressiveinhandicapsin2022,stilllookingwellaheadofhismarkwhencompletingthe4-timeratNewbury(20.5f,soft)inDecemberofthatyear Likely needed the run on his return to handicaps after 22-months off. Market should reveal what’s expected on second outing after absence. TFRëëëêê BHA122
6 WELLINGTON ARCH (GB) (11) 40-2121
6 11-7
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Moyliscar Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mr M J Gaskell Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Caroline George Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful bumper is proving even better in this sphere, chased home subsequent listed scorer Fingle Bridge over extended 18f trip at Market Rasen in January before making most of a good opportunity to land second hurdles win at same venue 11 days ago. Player with longer trip expected to suit. TFRëëëëê BHA120
7
NOWMELAD (IRE) (33) 213124 C D
6 11-7
B g Mahler - Mighty Oake (IRE) Oliver Boyden (10)
Mr Peter Green Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Declan Daly Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeallin2mmaidenatUttoxeterinOctoberandnoviceatHerefordfollowingmonth.Handedstiffopeningmarkfromwhichhestruggled on handicap debut last month, fourth of 7 at Catterick (15.7f) and the step up in trip will need to bring about some improvement TFRëëëêê BHA120
8 PARTY BUSINESS (IRE) (49) P003PP
B g Shantou (USA) - Marias Dream (IRE)
9 11-7
Charlie Todd
Eventmasters Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br R. Cody Eventmasters Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWRancreditablyatGalwayinAugustbutit’spossiblethathe’snottheforceofoldnow,waspulledupoverhurdlesatSandownintestingconditions on penultimate run and again failed to complete when returned to fences at this course 49 days ago. Something to prove at present. TFRëëêêê BHA120
9 MONVIEL (IRE) (21) U-20000
Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Mont Doree (FR)
Dr V. M. G. Ferguson
8 11-6
Alice Stevens (3)
Harry Derham, Newbury
Br Michael Fennessy Boodle Hatfield Llp S
TIMEFORMVIEWIngoodformlastspringbuthasstruggledforformsofarthisseason,againranbelowform(withusualcheekpiecesleftoff)whendownthefieldatKempton 3 weeks ago. Headgear reapplied today and although his handicap mark continue to fall, he’s difficult to be bullish about on recent evidence TFRëëêêê BHA119
10 KAHAVARI (FR) (26) 10F22
B g Tunis (POL) - Porte d’Auteuil (FR)
5 11-5
Henry Brooke
Malcolm Jones and Partners Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Mr Nicholas Cypres Swansway S TIMEFORMVIEWFairhurdlewinnerinFranceforN.George&A.Zetterholm Wentwithoutheadgearwhenconceding7lbtoapromisingtypeonstabledebut,second of 8 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17f, good to soft). Might be sharper for that run but needs to improve to defy opening handicap mark. TFRëëëêê BHA118
11
KAMAXOS
(FR) (21) 43-P0F5 8 11-4
B g Maxios - Kamellata (FR)
Value Rater Platform Limited
James Davies
Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Appapays Racing Club Value Rater Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdle winner hasn’t hit top form this season, although did take a step in the right direction when fifth of 12 in handicap hurdle (20/1) at Kempton (21f, soft) 21 days ago. Each-way claims back down off last winning mark. TFRëëëêê BHA117
12 BELOW THE RADAR (IRE) (46) 111-440 CD 7 11-4
B g Getaway (GER) - Benfaithful (IRE)
Hemmings Racing
Br Mr Shane McGuckin
Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Trust Inns Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWStill looked raw when winning each of his 2 starts in novice hurdles (latest win came at this venue). Shaped better than beaten distance suggests on return to this track in November but his subsequent two efforts have been well below his best Talented but needs to put it all together. TFRëëëëê BHA117
13 HIDDEN HISTORY (GB) (79) 1/31-02 BF 7 11-2
B or Br g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bollin Judith
Harry Skelton Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Hidden
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Richard & Caroline Mathias Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner was off the mark under Rules in heavy ground at Lingfield. Given a considerate ride on handicap debut at Chepstow before runner-up over a longer trip at Fontwell (25.8f) when well-backed on final run for Chris Gordon. Makes plenty of appeal from current mark on stable debut. TFRëëëëë BHA115
14 LUCKY ONE (FR) (42) 6006-00
10 11-1
Br g Authorized (IRE) - Lady Anouchka (IRE) Jack Hogan (3)
Mr C. R. Leech
Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
Br E.A.R.L du Bois Hue W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEWPulled up on final start for Dan Skelton in May 2022 Successful twice at Auteuil for Sophie Leech since but hasn’t progressed in a couple of starts for current yard, albeit in stronger company than he needed to contest last time Others make more appeal TFRëëêêê BHA114
15 D’JO DELA BARRIERE
(FR)
(24) 014504
6 10-11
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Morning Rose (GER) Isabel Williams (3)
BAYTREE Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mrs Joselita Planchenault
TIMEFORMVIEWGot off the mark in novice hurdle at Hereford (16.2f) in November Failed to take to chasing but stepped up on recent run returned to this sphere when fourth in 8-runner handicap hurdle at Ludlow (21.2f) last month. Needs to build on that now stepping up in grade. TFRëëêêê BHA110
2024: SANTOS BLUE 7 11 9 Mr Ben Sutton 6-1 (Dan Skelton) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 15 Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Hidden History (GB), 4-1 Wellington Arch (GB), 11-1 Jilaijone (FR), 12-1 Below The Radar (IRE), 14-1 Kahavari (FR), 16-1 Lihyan (IRE), Whatsupwithyou (IRE), 18-1 Blenkinsop (GB), Nowmelad (IRE), 25-1 Kamaxos (FR), 33-1 D’Jo Dela Barriere (FR), 40-1 Monviel (IRE), 66-1 Lucky One (FR), 80-1 Statuario (GB), 100-1 Party Business (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 2.25
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 70YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE JENNINGSBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £100000 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £39750, 2nd £19870, 3rd £9940, 4th £4970, 5th £2480, 6th £1240. (Penalty Value £52030)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs JOYEUX MACHIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs RED RISK LONGEST TRAVELLER: BLAZE THE WAY trained by Mrs M Mullins & BACKMERSACKME trained by E Mullins, both Ireland.
JOYEUX MACHIN has seemingly been brought to the boil at just the right time by master-target-trainer Dan Skelton and he’s taken to land this decent pot. Guard Duty is progressive and will enjoy getting plenty of cover in this big-field handicap, so he’s the main danger ahead of Irish-raider Blaze the Way who remains unexposed over this sort of trip. Of the several other interesting types, Chasingouttheblues deserves an honourable mention following his luckless passage at Haydock last month.
2.GUARD DUTY 3.BLAZE THE WAY (IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1 INDIANA DREAM (FR) (21)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Tamise (FR)
Mr John P. McManus
1/1/1-4P 7 12-0
Richie McLernon
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil
Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEWWon a bumper for Emmanuel Clayeux in France and a maiden hurdle/chase for WiIlie Mullins in Ireland on his first 3 starts However, lost his unbeaten record with a whimper after another absence in a Windsor chase for new yard and shaped similarly when pulled-up last month Plenty to prove TFRëëêêê BHA143
2 RED DIRT ROAD (IRE) (42)
14/2-511 D
B g Fame And Glory - Miss Otis Regrets (IRE)
Dan Walker
Br Mr Walter Connors
8 11-13
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEWWinner of 4 of his 8 hurdles starts, back-to-back victories in his most recent starts, having been well-suited by positive tactics. Overcame a 5lb rise to emphatically land a valuable Sandown handicap (23.5f, Heavy) last month Faces different conditions off 9lb higher but may still be improving. TFRëëëëê BHA142
3
RED RISK (FR)
(41) 0400-63 C
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rolie de Vindecy (FR)
Middleham Park Racing XLIV & A&J Ryan
10 11-8
Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mme Alexandrine Berger Middleham Park Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerwassecondintheGrade2WestYorkshireHurdleatWetherbylastseasonafterabreakandagainprovedeffectivefresh(racingofflast winning mark) when third in a Pertemps Qualifier at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 41 days ago. Each-way prospects again off 1lb higher TFRëëëêê BHA137
4 JOYEUX MACHIN (FR) (28)
P00532
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Ya d’La Joie (FR)
8 11-6
Harry Skelton UTB Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Philippe Thiriet & Mr Vincent Le Roy The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulforPaulNolanandhasbeenworkinghiswaybacktoformforthisyard,shapingwithaseriousamountofpromisewhenthirdinabig-fieldhandicap at Wetherby (19.7f) and again when finishing strongly behind Altobelli at Ascot last month. Makes plenty of appeal stepping back up in trip TFRëëëëë BHA135
5 GUARD DUTY (GB) (14) 13U211 C
8 11-5
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Ile de See (FR) Gavin Sheehan Owners Group 074
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Greenlands Farm Stud Owners Group S TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulin3ofhis6completedhurdlesstartsandhasjumpedmorefluentlywithexperience FolloweduphisvictoryatWindsor’sWinterMillionmeeting with a smooth-travelling success at Newbury (20.5f) 2 weeks ago. This should be run to suit and thriving sort remains of interest up in trip
6 SAMUEL SPADE (GER) (28) 0-32301
6 11-4
B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE) Callum Pritchard (5) Mrs Emma Palmer Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br J. De Jong Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEWFive-time winner over hurdles for this stable including on most recent outing when landing a 17-runner handicap at Ascot (23.5f)
Br Brian Doran TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerisyettogethisheadinfrontoverhurdlesbuthehasshapedwellinsomevaluablehandicapsonbothsidesoftheIrishSea.Onlynarrowly beaten at Navan (25f, soft) on penultimate start and shaped as though still in form at Leopardstown last time Chance in first-time cheekpieces. TFRëëëêê BHA132
8
PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS (IRE) (34)
B g Mount Nelson - Swing Bowler
Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander, P&S Bryceland
16-3410
7 11-3
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mr Kenneth Alexander W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEWDoubled his hurdles tally when successful at Wincanton (3m, soft) in January, finding plenty for pressure on that occasion Found it tougher off a higher mark when eighth of 12 at Exeter (23.1f) the following month and cheekpieces now applied in the hope of unlocking a bit more improvement TFRëëëêê BHA132
9 BLAZE THE WAY (IRE)
(56) P-33012
B g Getaway (GER) - Enniscoffey (IRE)
Brian Groarke/Tom Groarke/Ms M. Mullins
Br Brian Groarke
7 11-0
Danny Mullins
Ms Margaret Mullins, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner provedadifferentpropositionwhen winningonhandicaphurdledebutatNavan (25f)inDecember,relishingthegreatertestofstamina.Improved again when runner-up back down in trip at the same venue 56 days ago, faring much the best of those up with the pace One for the shortlist. TFRëëëëê BHA129
10 UP FOR PAROL (IRE)
(35) 323-215
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Clarification (IRE)
Duck Jordan Wright Dellar Doel Woodward
9 10-12
Joe Anderson (3)
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Mrs Deborah Hobson BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalisedonfallinghandicapmarkandendedlonglosingsequencewhensuccessfulina9-runnerhandicaphurdleatFfosLas(23.9f,heavy)inJanuary, quickening clear Wasn’t in the same form at Newbury subsequently though and he needs to bounce back to form if he’s to go close here. TFRëëëêê BHA127
11 PATRIOTIK (FR)
(14) 25U201
6 10-9
Gr g Bathyrhon (GER) - Shoeless (FR) Isabel Williams (3)
Mrs Janet Davies Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu Prysg Cyf S TIMEFORMVIEWHassomenotableformthisseason,finishingfifthinastrongrenewaloftheSilverTrophyatChepstow(19.5f)andchasinghomeRedDirtRoadatAintree on Boxing Day. Found longer trip much more to his liking when winning at Doncaster (24.4f) 2 weeks ago and remains of interest off 3lb higher TFRëëëëê
12
DARTMOOR PIRATE (GB) (42) 242-625
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Behra (IRE)
6 10-8
Sam Twiston-Davies geegeez.co.uk XXII
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br R. W. Russell geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’ttake tochasingthis seasonbutback ontrackandseeminglysuitedbythe longertrip whensecondof 10 in a PertempsQualifieratWincanton (24.7f, soft) on Boxing Day. Wasn’t in the same form in a stronger race when a well-held fifth behind Red Dirt Road May find a few too good again TFRëëëêê BHA123
13 STRACKAN (GB)
(34) 0-21115
C D
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Luck of The Legion (IRE)
Gabb, Graham, Daly
Br Mrs S. M. Newell & T. F. Lacey
6 10-8
David Bass
Henry Daly, Ludlow
Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHasreturnedanimprovedperformer,completingahat-trickonsoft/heavywhenseeingoff8rivalsatCheltenhamonNewYear’sDayhavingbeenwellpositioned the way that race unfolded. Winning run came to an end off 6lb higher mark at Exeter last month but shaped as though still in good form TFRëëëêê BHA123
14
CASTELFORT (FR) (46) 126-013
B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Stellarmor (FR)
Chasing Gold Racing Club
Br E.A.R.L Haras Du Mondant & J. Le Roux
5 10-8
David Noonan
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulformwhenwinningpairofjuvenilehurdleslastseasonandhasmatchedthatforminhandicaps,successfulatChepstow(2m)overChristmas Stayed the longer trip but undone by 8lb rise when third at same venue 46 days ago. Needs to improve again for this greater stamina test TFRëëëêê BHA123
15 FINGAL’S HILL (IRE) (14) 4-03563
B g Shirocco (GER) - Fingal’s Sister (IRE)
Mr P. G. Atkinson
Br J. Kinsella
9 10-4
Charlie Maggs (5)
Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
TIMEFORM VIEWRecorded a 4-timer in handicaps in 2023 and has been working his way back to form this season, posted best effort when reverted to front-running tactics over shorter earlier this month, third of 10 at Kelso (20.9f) Should just about see out this longer trip but may face competition for the lead TFRëëëêê BHA119
16
CHASINGOUTTHEBLUES (IRE) (28) 510113
B g Sea Moon - Bally Tutu (IRE)
CW Racing Club & URSA Major Racing Ltd
Br R. Cotton & S. Lannigan O’Keeffe
6 10-4
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Cube3 Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWProgressive sort has won 3 of his 6 hurdles starts, improving for the step up to 3 miles when landing a 9-runner handicap hurdle at Ayr and more than matched that when unlucky in a valuable stayers’ hurdle at Haydock last month, badly hampered Lightly-raced sort has to remain of interest TFRëëëëê BHA119
17 EQUINUS (IRE) (36) 5344-FP 7 10-3
B g Shantou (USA) - Merryisker (IRE)
James Best
M Hammond,Moorland Racing,Menzies AM LTD Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Br Andrew Pierce Walling & Landscape Gardeners, Walling & Landscape Contractors S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 25f over hurdles for Nigel Twiston-Davies. Early faller on his return/chase debut starting out for new yard at Aintree (25f) in November but showed little interest when pulled-up on subsequent start last month Return to hurdles unlikely to produce a better outcome TFRëêêêê BHA118
2024: GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) 6 10 6 Charlie Todd 11-2 (Dan Skelton) 17 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 15.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Joyeux Machin (FR), 8-1 Red Dirt Road (IRE), 10-1 Guard Duty (GB), Patriotik (FR), 11-1 Chasingouttheblues (IRE), 12-1 Backmersackme (IRE), Blaze The Way (IRE), 16-1 Samuel Spade (GER), 22-1 Red Risk (FR), Phantomofthepoints (IRE), Fingal’s Hill (IRE), 25-1 Up For Parol (IRE), Dartmoor Pirate (GB), Strackan (GB), 33-1 Castelfort (FR), 66-1 Indiana Dream (FR), 200-1 Equinus (IRE)
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THE DAY OF ALL DAYS SINCE 1969
The Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National is back for another year and we’re all set for another quality renewal.
With an increased prize fund of £160,000 for our feature race of the day, this has resulted in a race jam packed with classy staying chasers from across the country.
The race is run over four miles and two furlongs, making it the second longest race in the National Hunt calendar after the Aintree Grand National.
The first running of the Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National took place in 1969 when veteran 13yo Happy Spring landed the race for jockey Ken White His record as the oldest horse to have won the race will likely never be beaten.
David Pipe still holds the record as being the most successful trainer in the history of this race after he won four consecutive renewals of the race courtesy of Minella Four Star (2011), Master Overseer (2012), Big Occasion (2013) and Goulanes (2014).
The Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National has a history of being won by some smart horses in the past, notably Cheltenham Gold Cup winners The Thinker (1987) and Synchronised (2010) who both took this prestigious handicap on their way to winning jump racing’s blue riband event. In 1975, Rag Trade won the event before subsequently going on to land the biggest race of them all, the Grand National, just a year later.
Astonishingly, in its 56 year history, despite many trying there has never been a dual winner of the race.
The Irish have a fantastic record in the event having won it six times since 2000 with the likes of Goonyella (2015) and Screaming Colours (2022).
This year’s race features the winners of this season’s best staying chases such as Eider winner Knockanore, Peter Marsh hero Mr Vango and Welsh National victor Val Dancer highlighting the strength in depth on show.
Who will write their name into the history books in the 2025 Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National?
2024 Beauport Jordan Nailor Nigel Twiston-Davies Bryan & Philippa Burrough
2023 Major Dundee Rex Dingle Alan King Hemmings Racing
2022 Screaming Colours Conor Orr William Durkan Ms M Durkan
2021 Time To Get Up Jonjo O’Neill Jr Jonjo O’Neill J.P McManus
2020 Truckers Lodge Lorcan Williams Paul Nicholls Gordon & Su Hall 2019 Potters Corner James Bowen
2018 Regal Flow Sean Houlihan
Buckler Mrs C. J. Dunn 2017 Chase The Spud Paddy Brennan Fergal O’Brien Christine Banks
Occasion
R S Brookhouse
2016 Firebird Flyer Adam Wedge Evan Williams Mr R. E. R. Williams 2015 Goonyella JJ Burke J T R Dreaper Ann & Alan Potts Partnership 2014 Goulanes Richard Johnson
Betfairians
& Mrs Maura Gittins 2007 Baron Windrush Jason Maguire Nigel The Double Octagon Twiston-Davies Partnership
2006 G V A Ireland Ruby Walsh Francis Flood Exors Late Donal O’Buachalia
The last 20 winners of the Boulton Group Midlands Grand National *2004 abandoned due to high winds
THIRD RACE 3.00
FOUR MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (4M 2F 8YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE JENNINGSBET MIDLANDS GRAND NATIONAL (HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) (CLASS 1)(PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £160000 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £68864, 2nd £28384, 3rd £14192, 4th £7104, 5th £3552, 6th £1776, 7th £880, 8th £448. (Penalty Value £90032)
Trifecta Rollover Race
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs GALIA DES LITEAUX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G & J Moore (11 wins from 42 runners, 26%) runs INVINCIBLE NAO LONGEST TRAVELLER: WHERE IT ALL BEGAN & FORTUNEDEFORTUNATA trained by G Elliott & BODHISATTVA trained by J Mcconnell, both Ireland.
This is wide open but KNOCKANORE proved a revelation on his first go over a marathon trip when routing his field in Newcastle’s Eider Chase and with ground conditions again likely to be far from testing he can follow up with talented claimer Freddie Mitchell once more taking off 5lb. The admirable Mr Vango is feared most in his hat-trick bid, although Tanganyika, Apple Away and Val Dancer all seem sure to have a say too. Invincible Nao completes the shortlist in a cracking Midlands National.
1 MR VANGO (IRE) (56) 313P-11
B g Ocovango - African Miss (IRE)
9 12-0
Jack Tudor Cracker and Smodge Partnership
Br Frank O’Meara
Sara Bradstock, Wantage
Equimedia Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHas quickly made up into a smart chaser and followed up a winning return at Sandown (3m4f) with a game success in Peter Marsh at Haydock in January. Up another 3lb but this really likeable type is a likely player in his hat-trick bid. TFR
2 APPLE AWAY (IRE) (28) 51-4222 BF
B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Dr A Day (IRE)
Old Gold Racing 14
8 11-10
Derek Fox
Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Terence Leonard Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to score this season but she is knocking on the door and came in a clear second of 9 in Grand National Trial at Haydock four weeks ago. This longer trip promises to suit so big shout off just a 1lb higher mark. TFR
3 GALIA DES LITEAUX (FR) (28) 40-2055
B m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Serie Love (FR)
9 11-8
Harry Skelton
Mr Michael Ariss Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Henri Gruloos The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWListed/Graded winner who showed she can also be competitive in staying handicaps when second in the Classic Chase at Warwick (29f) early last year Not been in quite same form this season, however, so others are preferred. TFRëëêêê
4 IRON BRIDGE (IRE) (78) 23P0-3P BF
B g Milan - Chit Chat
Hemmings Racing
9 11-7
Richie McLernon
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Sean Murphy Trust Inns Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful handicapper but winless since 2022 and he failed to build on his reappearance Carlisle third when pulled up in Welsh National at Chepstow Needs to get back on track after a break TFR
5 SAINT DAVY (FR) (35) 116-3F4
B g Balko (FR) - Saintejoie (FR)
Mrs Gay Smith
Br A. & C. Choupeault & E. Rineau
8 11-6
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud of 5095 S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a promising start in this sphere when third at Sandown but hasn’t gone on in two subsequent starts, a fading fourth of six in 23f Newbury handicap last month. Takes a big step up in trip now and others appeal more. TFRëëêêê BHA135
6
TANGANYIKA (FR) (26)
30-5411
B g Martaline - Norita Has (FR)
Mrs C. S. Wilson
7 11-5
Charlie Deutsch
Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br E.A.L. Haras de Montaigu et al Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWVery much on the up since sent chasing, scoring at Market Rasen (3m) then following up impressively at Carlisle (3m) last month. This demands more but
7 VAL
DANCER
(IRE) (28) 133-113
B g Valirann (FR) - Katies Dancer (IRE)
8 11-3
Charlie Hammond
The Val Dancers Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Br Charles Persse Ap Precision Groundworks S TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved for fitting of cheekpieces and took his form to a new level when winning Welsh National at Chepstow in December Ran
when
1-2-3: 1.KNOCKANORE
8 EGBERT (GB) (21)
12P-51F
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Karla June
James & Jean Potter Ltd
8 11-3
Tom Cannon
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Netherfield House Stud Potter Group, Potters House S
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual chase winner at up to 3m last season and added Haydock’s Tommy Whittle in December Running well, though held in third, when fell last in Eider at Newcastle since No easy ride but he could have a part to play off the same mark.
9 WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Peggy Cullen (IRE)
McNeill Family/Patrick & Scott Bryceland
Br Killian Traynor
(23) 140-P0F 9 11-3
Danny Gilligan
Gordon Elliott, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider landed Grand National Trial at Punchestown last February. Hasn’t come close to that form since though, and he fell in last month’s repeat bid Others appeal more.TFRëëêêê
10 FORTUNEDEFORTUNATA (IRE) (23) 050201
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Glenda King (IRE)
Breakaway’s Syndicate
8 11-1
Jake Coen (3)
Gordon Elliott, Ireland
Br Jack Bennett Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish challenger left his previous chasing efforts behind when bagging 17-runner handicap chase at Punchestown (27f) 23 days ago, overcoming last-fence error. Likely to do better still stepping up in trip Well in the mix.
11 ANGLERS CRAG (GB) (41) 11P-054
Bl g Multiplex - Overyou
Mr Derrick Mossop
Br D. Mossop
10 11-1
Henry Brooke
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited, Jacksons Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWA big improver for current stable after wind surgery last term, completing the four-timer in Newcastle’s Eider. Caught the eye when fourth of 14 in Edinburgh National at Musselburgh last time so he’s very much one to consider eased
12 KNOCKANORE (IRE)
B g Shantou (USA) - Ballyoscar (IRE)
(21) 621331 C 8 10-12
Freddie Mitchell (5)
Ms J. Bennett Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Dermot Cunningham
TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his chase account over 2m4f here in December and took his form up a couple of notches when a wide-margin winner of Newcastle’s Eider three weeks ago. Hiked up 10lb but not taken lightly with talented 5lb claimer Freddie Mitchell again up
13 PASSING WELL (FR) (21) 4-22323 C
8 10-11
B g Coastal Path - Passing Lore (FR) Gavin Sheehan
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score this season but this reliable sort has been placed on all five runs, a solid third of 17 to Knockanore in Eider at Newcastle 21 days ago. Can go well again. TFRëëëêê BHA126
14 IOUPY COLLONGES (FR) (44) P31-212
7 10-11
B g Kitkou (FR) - Une Collonges (FR) Harry Cobden
Neil Smith & Alfie Smith Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br G.A.E.C. Delorme Freres Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed winning ways in 3m1f handicap at Wincanton on Boxing Day and backed it up with a good second of 6 there following month when fitted with cheekpieces. This consistent can make his presence felt if his stamina holds out. TFRëëëêê BHA126
15 BODHISATTVA (IRE) (21) 6P022U
8 10-9
Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Honey Blond (IRE) Callum Pritchard (5)
The 119 Partnership John McConnell, Ireland
Br P. & J. Mills
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish challenger is on a losing run but he posted a good second in the Edinburgh National at Musselburgh in February before unseating 18th in Eider at Newcastle three weeks ago. Possibilities. TFRëëëêê BHA124
16 MY SILVER LINING (IRE) (58) 30-PP3P 9 10-9
Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Welsh Connection (IRE)
James Best
Mrs Celia Djivanovic Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Mr & Mrs James Hannon Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged Warwick’s Classic Chase last season but he’s been pulled up in three of his four runs this term, latest when tried in cheekpieces at Wincanton in January. Others more persuasive. TFRëëêêê BHA124
17 INVINCIBLE NAO (FR) (33) 2U-5211
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Quetzalya (FR)
Paye, Darsey & Jamieson
7 10-8
Caoilin Quinn
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Mr Christophe Doudeau KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWOn the up since the hood went on and bids for a hat-trick after a pair of handicap wins at Plumpton, getting up late on latter occasion over 28.5f. No forlorn hope on his first go over a marathon distance. TFRëëëêê BHA123
2024: BEAUPORT (IRE) 8 11 4 Jordan Nailor 18-1 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 17
Blinkers worn first time by No. 4, 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 17. Blinkers worn by No. 9.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15.
Stewards Note:
IRON BRIDGE: Following its run on 27/12/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Tanganyika (FR), 15-2 Knockanore (IRE), 9-1 Apple Away (IRE), 10-1 Mr Vango (IRE), 16-1 Fortunedefortunata (IRE), 18-1 Iron Bridge (IRE), Val Dancer (IRE), Anglers Crag (GB), Ioupy Collonges (FR), Invincible Nao (FR), 20-1 Galia des Liteaux (FR), Passing Well (FR), 22-1 Saint Davy (FR), My Silver Lining (IRE), 28-1 Egbert (GB), 40-1 Where It All Began (IRE), Bodhisattva (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 3.35
THE JENNINGSBET NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs DEAFENING SILENCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs WALK ON QUEST LONGEST TRAVELLER: WALK ON QUEST trained by L Russell, Kinross, 292 miles.
Cases can be made for most of these, but the suggestion is WALK ON QUEST, who is unbeaten in 4 starts over fences and Lucinda Russell’s 6-y-o had plenty up his sleeve when scoring at Kelso a fortnight ago. Heading up the dangers is Latenightrumble, who looked an unlucky loser at Wetherby last month, with Deafening Silence and Minella Blueway taken to fight out minor honours.
1 DEAFENING SILENCE (IRE) (22) 11-3421 D 8 12-0
B g Alkaadhem - Taipers (IRE)
My Racing Manager Friends
Br G. Rothwell
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
My Racing Manager S TIMEFORM VIEWGrade 2 winner over hurdles and, after almost a year off, shaped well on chase debut when third at Haydock in November Made it fourth time lucky in this sphere with cheekpieces applied in 3-runner novice at Warwick (24f, soft) just over 3 weeks ago and can kick on back in handicap company. TFRëëëëê BHA133
2 ISAAC DES OBEAUX (FR)
(39) 3P3-5P3
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Varda des Obeaux (FR)
G Mason, Sir A Ferguson, C & G Barber
7 11-9
Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mme Marie Devilder et al Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-backhurdleswinnerlastwinterandsigned2023/24campaignoffbyfinishingaclosethirdin3mhandicapatTauntoninApril.Stillearlydays in this sphere but will need to show much more than he has in handicap chases so far if he’s to figure prominently Cheekpieces applied. TFRëëëêê BHA128
3 FORTUNATE MAN (IRE) (26) 1-02123 D BF
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Azamour (IRE)
6 11-7
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Edmond & Mark Coleman Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 2 of 4 races over hurdles and made third start over fences a winning one when landing an Aintree handicap (25f, soft) on Boxing Day. Ran at least as well when placed on both subsequent outings and should remain competitive. Blinkers the headgear of choice this time TFRëëëêê BHA126
4 WALK ON QUEST (IRE)
(14) 421111
6 11-5
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aure Antique (FR) Derek Fox
The Crick Girls
Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Herine Bloodstock Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWPromise on 2 of his 4 starts over hurdles and much-improved switched to larger obstacles, completing a 4-timer in 5-runner handicap at Kelso (21.6f, good to soft) a fortnight ago. Likely to continue to improve for a while yet, he can defy a further 4lb rise in the weights. TFRëëëëë BHA124
5 LATENIGHTRUMBLE (GB) (31) 503122 D
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Latenightdip
8 11-0
Miss Gina Andrews
Mrs P. A. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br Mrs Pippa Ellis Fresh Air S
TIMEFORMVIEWFour-timepointwinnerwhosurpassedhishurdlesformwhenmakingawinninghandicapchasedebutover3matWetherbyinDecember Wouldhavewon there again last month but for sprawling on landing at the last (neck ahead and yet to be asked for effort at the time) and should go close again TFRëëëëê BHA119
6 STANS THE MAN (IRE) (22) 4U1122 D BF
B g Milan - Strong Roe (IRE)
8 10-13
Ben Godfrey
Having the craic Ella Pickard, Taunton
Br Michael Moakley Tristan Johnson Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWDone well since switched back to fences, landing 4-runner Exeter handicap in November prior to following up at Doncaster (3 1/4m, good) later that month. Has found just one too good on his last 2 starts and respected once more despite career-high
7 EYED (GB) (36) 421F11 D
B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp
8 10-13
Jonathan Burke
Mr Martin Hughes Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley
Br R. J. McAlpine Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWFair hurdler/chaser for Paul Webber and confirmed stable debut promise when off the mark in this sphere at Market Rasen Got
fence at Lingfield next time but hasn’t looked back since, scoring at former course and Kempton
Br Mr W. Kinsey Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful winning hurdler who made a promising chase debut at Newbury in November Not so good on both subsequent outings but has seemingly been crying out for this step up in trip Returns from an 11-week break having had a breathing operation TFRëëêêê BHA116
9 MINELLA BLUEWAY (IRE) (16) 2-65201 D 7 10-10
B g Champs Elysees - Final Episode (IRE) Adam Wedge
Mrs Janet Davies
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Sean Collins & John Fitzpatrick Prysg Cyf S
TIMEFORMVIEWWinning pointer and matched his hurdles form on third chase start when second of 5 in handicap at Windsor in December Went one better in convincing fashion in 4-runner handicap chase at Ludlow (23.8f, soft) recently and not out of things up in grade. TFRëëëêê BHA115
2024: REGAL BLUE (IRE) 7 11 8 Nick Scholfield 16-1 (Jonjo O’Neill) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 7, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Deafening Silence (IRE), 9-2 Walk On Quest (IRE), 5-1 Eyed (GB), 15-2 Latenightrumble (GB), 10-1 Fortunate Man (IRE), Minella Blueway (IRE), 12-1 Isaac des Obeaux (FR), 20-1 Stans The Man (IRE), 25-1 High Treason (GB)
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FIFTH RACE 4.10
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 207YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £20000 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £8346, 2nd £4174, 3rd £2086, 4th £1044. (Penalty Value £10892)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs CHOICE RUNNER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs KING OF ANSWERS LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIEUTENANT MAYNE trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.
KING OF ANSWERS was much improved from hurdling debut when scoring at Newcastle last month and, with the performance more or less backed up by the timefigure, he’s selected to defy a penalty at the first time of asking. I’m A Lumberjack could settle better returning to a bigger field and remains with potential, with The Bluesman and winning Irish pointer The Jukebox Kid others to note in an interesting novice hurdle.
1 I’M A LUMBERJACK (GB) (39) 630-21F
B g Jack Hobbs - Decision Made (IRE)
Tom Cannon
This Time Next Year Partnership Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulbumperperformerwhoconfirmedhurdlingdebutpromisewhenrunningoutatidywinnerof11-runnermaiden(6/5)atWarwick(21f,soft) in December, suited by the longer trip Proved too free prior to falling at Market Rasen subsequently and remains open to improvement TFRëëëëê BHA122
2 KING OF ANSWERS (IRE) (30) 62
3-61 D 6 11-8
Br g Malinas (GER) - Queen of Questions (IRE)
Claymore Racing - King Of Answers
Derek Fox
Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Denis Hoban Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Claymore Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWPoint runner-up who was third at Bangor only start in bumpers and proved a different proposition to on hurdling debut when winning 13-runner maiden at Newcastle (20.3f) 30 days ago, forging clear That performance is supported by the timefigure, so merits respect under a penalty TFRëëëëë BHA-
3 LIEUTENANT MAYNE
(IRE) (104) 3/116-16 C BF 6 11-8
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Tudor Fashion (IRE)
Ben Harvey McNeill Family & Stone Family John McConnell, Ireland
Br Daryl Deacon Ultima Business Solutions S TIMEFORMVIEWDual bumper winner who completed a straightforward task in uncomplicated fashion on hurdles debut at Naas (18.9f) in November Folded tamely at Carlisle 3 weeks later but is clearly better than that TFRëëëêê BHA-
4 ROYAL RAMBLER (IRE) (34) 361
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Royale Flag (FR)
5 11-8
Jonathan Burke Bryan & Philippa Burrough Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Michael Keaveney Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on hurdling debut promise at the second attempt when winning a 14-runner maiden at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) 34 days ago. Open to further improvement but is faced with less testing ground than previously TFRëëëêê BHA116
5 THE BLUESMAN (FR) (113) 331-1
B g Crillon (FR) - Firmini (FR)
Neil Smith & Alfie Smith
Br Dr V. Bernard Stoffel & Mr Vincent Leroy
6 11-8
Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it second time lucky in bumpers at Chepstow in April and made all when following up on hurdling debut there (19.4f) 8 months on Sure to improve TFRëëëëê BHA-
6 AKIMOS (IRE) (77) 5 5 11-2
Gr g Westerner - Redemption Song (IRE)
Sam Twiston-Davies Old Gold Racing 28
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Michelle Moore & John Hackett Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Westerner gelding who ran to just a modest level when fifth of 11 in introductory hurdle at Newbury (16.3f, good to soft) on debut 77 days ago. Up in trip Open to progress. TFRëëëêê BHA-
7 CHOICE RUNNER (IRE) (36) 55
B g Well Chosen - Belsalsa (FR)
Mr Robert Kirkland
Br Ned Morris
5 11-2
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped with some encouragement on both starts in bumpers. Makes hurdles debut up in trip TFRëëëêê BHA-
1-2-3: 1.KING OF ANSWERS (IRE) 2.I’M A LUMBERJACK 3.THE BLUESMAN (FR)
8 MAILLOT VERT (GB) (481) 2333-
B g Dunaden (FR) - Santoria (FR)
Mr G. Thompson
Br Mr T. Westmacott & Mr C. Leech
6 11-2
Jack Hogan (3)
Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when third in pair of 4-y-o events at Fontainebleau in 2023/24, but hasn’t been seen since.
9
SWIFT JET (IRE) (24) 40-53
B g Jet Away - April Joy (IRE)
Halsall, Jensen, Lukas & Purves
TFRëëëêê BHA-
7 11-2
Finn Lambert (3)
Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim Tori Global S TIMEFORMVIEWBeaten a long way on Rules debut in an Exeter bumper has shown fair form both starts in maiden hurdles, including when third in 7-runner maiden at Ludlow (23.8f) in February. More needed in a deeper race here, however. TFRëëëêê BHA-
10 THE JUKEBOX KID (IRE) (391) 1- 6 11-2
B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Baraza (IRE)
The Sixsmiths Overlords
David Bass
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Brandon View Stud Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWBought for£135,000aftereasily winningsole start in Irish pointsandisahalf-brother to 4winners, includingfairly usefulhurdle winner/smart chaser Yeah Man (23f-3 1/2m winner) and useful hurdler Fletcher (19f/2 1/2m winner, both by Westerner) Notable Rules debutant. TFRëëëëê BHA-
2024: BELOW THE RADAR (IRE) 6 11 3 Freddie Gingell 3-1 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Stewards Note:
LIEUTENANT MAYNE: Following its run on 1/12/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 King of Answers (IRE), 11-2 Lieutenant Mayne (IRE), 13-2 I’m A Lumberjack (GB), The Bluesman (FR), 7-1 The Jukebox Kid (IRE), 15-2 Royal Rambler (IRE), 14-1 Akimos (IRE), 16-1 Swift Jet (IRE), 18-1 Choice Runner (IRE), 22-1 Maillot Vert (GB)
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RACE 4.45
THE JENNINGSBET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £16500 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (23 wins from 165 runners, 14%) runs LA DOMANIALE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs JACKPOT D’ATHOU LONGEST TRAVELLER: ZERO TOLERANCE trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 150 miles.
ZERO TOLERANCE has been shaping up well in this sphere and may be able to dictate back down in trip in this small field. Jupiter des Bordes is of firm interest, while market support for the well-handicapped La Domaniale might be significant.
TOLERANCE (GER) 2.JUPITER DES BORDES (FR) 3.LA DOMANIALE (FR)
1 LA DOMANIALE (FR) (84) 02640P CD 9 12-2
B m No Risk At All (FR) - La Pinede Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mr John P. McManus
Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet et al
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWDual C&D winner in summer 2022 but not hit top form for a while. Potentially very well handicapped as a result though and is down in class here A market move would be interesting. TFRëëëêê BHA122
2 SAGEBURG COUNTY (IRE) (22) 1-534UP D 8 11-12
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Sounds Charming (IRE)
Alan & Andrew Turner
Sam Twiston-Davies
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Jim & John Lawler 1Account Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences last season Couple of good runs in the autumn but poor runs the last twice, failing to complete. Down 2lb. TFRëëëêê BHA118
3 JACKPOT D’ATHOU (FR) (35) 410-306 6 11-8
Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Victoire d’Athom (FR)
Harry Cobden Ferguson, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mrs Marie-Josee Corbin Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 2 of his first 3 starts over hurdles last term but his handicap career has been disappointing. Down in the weights now he goes chasing TFRëëëêê BHA114
4 INTIMATE (FR) (20) 51-2442
7 11-7
Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Quandaly (FR) Charlie Deutsch
Mrs E Ball
Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br S.C Couetil Elevage Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Back on track over fences when keeping on for second, having been patiently ridden, at Hereford (19f) 3 weeks ago. Clearly has a race like this in him.
5 JUPITER DES BORDES (FR) (22) 03U433 BF
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Bossa Nova (FR)
TFRëëëêê BHA113
6 11-0
Freddie Mitchell (5) Greenfield Racing
Richard Hobson, Little Rissington
Br Mme M. Hanquiez, Mr G. Hanquiez & Earl L LAP Electrical Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFair winning hurdler in France who has offered plenty to work on in 2 runs in similar handicap chases at Warwick for new yard Might benefit from further but he’s got to be of interest here TFRëëëëê BHA106
6 ZERO TOLERANCE (GER) (54) 0/50-224
8 10-12
B g Lord of England (GER) - Zegna (GER) Adam Wedge
Mr L. Fell Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Graf u.Grafin v. Stauffenberg Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenwhohasmadeanencouragingstartoverfences,shapingliketheclearsecondbestattheweightsatWarwick(25.5f)8weeksagountilhis front-running exertions took their toll after an uncharacteristic late error. Down in trip and may be able to dictate back in a small field TFRëëëëë BHA104
2024: JUPITER DU GITE (FR) 5 11 12 Niall Houlihan 11-2 (Gary Moore) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5.
Probable
S.P’s: 5-2 Jupiter des Bordes (FR), 10-3 Intimate (FR), 5-1 Zero Tolerance (GER), 7-1 La Domaniale (FR), 15-2 Sageburg County (IRE), 10-1 Jackpot d’Athou (FR)
1-2-3: 1.ZERO
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SEVENTH RACE 5.20
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE JENNINGSBET MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £20000 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £8346, 2nd £4174, 3rd £2086, 4th £1044. (Penalty Value £10892) A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs QUEENSWORTHY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A King (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs ANNIE HATHAWAY AND SHARP GLANCE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: IZAKAYA trained by C Poulton, Lewes, 191 miles.
Dan Skelton has been mopping up in bumpers this season so the vote goes to his point recruit QUEENSWORTHY before any betting clues are known. Brooklyn Callin has a similar profile to the selection, while previous bumper winner Queenofthejukebox ought to be very competitive under the penalty. Gidge and On Top of The Moon also make paper appeal in an interesting end to Midlands National day.
TIMEFORM VIEWSecond in a point and built on promising start in this sphere at Aintree when easily winning at Wetherby (soft) in November Creditable 6 3/4 lengths fifth of 10 to Kingston Queen in listed bumper at Market Rasen (good to soft) in January. Likely to be thereabouts. TFRëëëëê BHA-
2 ANNIE HATHAWAY (GB) (74)
20
Ch m Getaway (GER) - Forget The Ref (IRE)
6 11-2
Philip Armson
Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second on Warwick debut in November Raced too freely when well here the following month and now fitted with a hood. TFRëëëêê BHA-
3 BROOKLYN CALLIN (IRE) (126) 1
B m Ocovango - Earthshan (IRE)
5 11-2
David Bass
The Whispering Angels Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Ms Linda Twomey Unibet S
TIMEFORMVIEW £42,000 buy after winning an Irish point in November Joined a leading stable for her Rules career TFRëëëëê BHA-
4 FLAMINGO GROVE (IRE) (114) 1-5
Br m Blue Bresil (FR) - Holiday Time (IRE)
5 11-2
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mr M J Gaskell Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br James Browne Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner 13/2 and tongue strap on, fifth of 11 in bumper at Warwick (soft) in November Off since TFRëëëêê BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune mare. Half-sister to dual bumper winner/smart hurdler Crambo. Dam French 17f-19f hurdle/chase winner One to take seriously on debut TFRëëëëê BHA-
6 IZAKAYA (GER) (28) 0
B m Adlerflug (GER) - Ituila (IRE)
6 11-2
James Davies
Mr Raymond Allen Camilla Poulton, Lewes
Br Gestut Hachtsee
TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, ninth of 10 in bumper at Ascot (good) on debut 28 days ago. TFRëêêêê BHA-
7 JETTY MAY (IRE) (139) 2
B m Jet Away - Pretty Impressive (IRE)
5 11-2
Jack Hogan
Ian Moore Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Ms Jean Cullen BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 recruit after finishing second in an Irish point in November One of 2 interesting runners for Fergal O’Brien. TFRëëëêê BHA-
8 KAYLEIGH (IRE) (-) 5 11-2
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Lilly of The Moor
Harry Bannister
Mr Richard J Bandey Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Br Mr J. J. Taylor
TIMEFORM VIEW Jukebox Jury mare. Dam (c109/h101), 2 1/2m chase winner (stayed 3 1/4m), sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Three Ways. Stable not a regular source of bumper winners. TFRëëêêê BHA-
9 MOUTHSHUTEYESOPEN (IRE) (55) 1 6 11-2
B m Pillar Coral - Sainte Russy (FR)
Theo Gillard
Mr Wayne Woods Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd J.Dot Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW £15,000 purchase after winning an Irish point in January. The betting should help guide to expectations on Rules debut TFRëëëêê BHA-
10 ON TOP OF THE MOON (GB) (-)
Br m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Gales Present (IRE)
5 11-2
Sam Twiston-Davies
James & Jean Potter Ltd Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br James and Jean Potter Ltd Potter Group, Potters House S
TIMEFORMVIEWPether’s Moon mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Vienna Court and bumper winner/fair hurdler Spring Meadow. Yard gets bumper winners and seemingly preferred by Sam Twiston-Davies to Topsout TFRëëëëê BHA-
11 QUEENSWORTHY (IRE) (111) 2
B m Order of St George (IRE) - Queens Wild (IRE)
5 11-2
Harry Skelton
Mr Alan Harte Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br R. Guiry
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Nov 2024) Leading stable a very healthy 23-84 in bumpers this season Obvious appeal TFRëëëëë BHA-
12
ROCK SENSATION (IRE) (74) 2-0 BF
B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Far Away Rock (IRE)
5 11-2
Harry Cobden
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Rock Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Rockvale Stud Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Second in sole point. 15/8, seventh of 13 in C&D bumper in December, weakening after racing freely Evidently thought capable of better by good stable TFRëëëëê BHA-
13 SHARP GLANCE (GB) (35)
56
5 11-2
B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Star Tom Cannon
Pitchall Stud Partnership Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br D. and Mrs Holmes Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best in 2 bumpers and vulnerable unless finding improvement TFRëëêêê BHA-
14 TOPSOUT (GB)
(-)
B f Telescope (IRE) - Osokenda
4 10-6
James Turner
Mrs Jane Organ Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Jane Organ
TIMEFORMVIEW Telescope filly Dam (h90) 3m hurdle winner Jockey bookings would suggest that On Top Of The Moon is the stable first string TFRëëêêê BHA-
2024: LIEUTENANT MAYNE (IRE) 5 11 9 Ben Harvey 7-2 (John McConnell) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
ANNIE HATHAWAY: Following its run on 31/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
ROCK SENSATION: Following its run on 31/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Queensworthy (IRE), 11-2 Brooklyn Callin (IRE), 13-2 Queenofthejukebox (IRE), 10-1 Gidge (GB), Rock Sensation (IRE), 12-1 Jetty May (IRE), On Top of The Moon (GB), 20-1 Annie Hathaway (GB), Flamingo Grove (IRE), 25-1 Mouthshuteyesopen (IRE), Sharp Glance (GB), 28-1 Topsout (GB), 50-1 Kayleigh (IRE), 150-1 Izakaya (GER)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.50 - THE JENNINGSBET 200 SHOPS NATIONWIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Penalties, after March 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb JENNINGS BET has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Jennings Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 30 entries at £100. - Closed March 10th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.25 - THE JENNINGSBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £52030 to the winning horse The second to receive £23920, the third £11960, the fourth £5980, the fifth £2990 and the sixth £1490. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £500 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Penalties, after March 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb JENNINGSBET has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Jennings Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 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 28 entries, 1 at £100 and 27 at £500. - Closed March 10th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £39750; Second £19870; Third £9940; Fourth £4970; Fifth £2480; Sixth £1240. (Penalty Value £52030) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.00 - THE JENNINGSBET MIDLANDS GRAND NATIONAL (HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) (CLASS 1)(PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £90032 to the winning horse The second to receive £33920, the third £16976, the fourth £8480, the fifth £4256, the sixth £2128, the seventh £1056 and the eighth £544. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £250 stake, Confirm by noon, March 10th and pay £550, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2025, a winner of a steeple chase 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st. The winner will be presented with the Midlands Grand National Challenge Trophy for retention until March 1st next year JENNINGS BET has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Jennings Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code This race will be restricted to 20 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R21 and R22.The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin. co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for The Midlands Grand National Steeple Chase (Handicap). The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by the Reserve Deadline on the day before the race.The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday after Closing may be taken into account. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. 34 entries, 12 at £250, 22 at £800. - Closed February 25th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £68864; Second £28384; Third £14192; Fourth £7104; Fifth £3552; Sixth £1776; Seventh £880; Eighth £448. (Penalty Value £90032) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.35 - THE JENNINGSBET NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 10th and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Penalties, after March 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb JENNINGSBET has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Jennings Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 14 entries at £250. - Closed March 10th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620. (Penalty Value £26015) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.10 - THE JENNINGSBET ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10892 to the winning horse The second to receive £5018, the third £2508 and the fourth £1256. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, March 10th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb JENNINGSBET has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Jenningsbet. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 16 entries at £100. - Closed March 10th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £8346; Second £4174; Third £2086; Fourth £1044. (Penalty Value £10892)
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.45 - THE JENNINGSBET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £66 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Penalties, after March 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb JENNINGSBET have kindly sponsored this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be given to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of Jenningsbet The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 14 entries, 1 at £16 and 13 at £82 - Closed March 10th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.20 - THE JENNINGSBET MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10892 to the winning horse The second to receive £5018, the third £2508 and the fourth £1256. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 10th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb JENNINGSBET has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Jenningsbet. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 18 entries at £100. - Closed March 10th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8346; Second £4174; Third £2086; Fourth £1044. (Penalty Value £10892) A SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.
2025 FIXTURE LIST
KEY Bold text = Feature Day = Live Entertainment (E) = Evening Racing
JANUARY
Saturday 25 Winter Ladies Day
FEBRUARY
Saturday 8 Super Saturday
MARCH
Saturday 15 Midlands Grand National
Saturday 29 Sausage and Cider Festival Raceday
MAY
Saturday 3
Saturday 17 (E)
Sunday 25 The Staffordshire Plate Day Evening Racing Family Fun Raceday ft The Clarke Chase
JUNE
Thursday 5
Saturday 14 (E)
Sunday 29 Afternoon Racing Evening Racing bet365 Summer Cup
JULY
Tuesday 8 (E)
Wednesday 16
Friday 25
Sunday 27 Evening Racing Afternoon Racing
Ladies Day Ft DJ Set
Family Fun Raceday
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday 10 Tuesday 16 Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing
OCTOBER
Sunday 5 Friday 17 Friday 31 Afternoon Racing Gents Day Afternoon Racing
NOVEMBER
Saturday 15 Thursday 27 Beer Festival Raceday Afternoon Racing
DECEMBER
Tuesday 9
Friday 19
Wednesday 31 Christmas Jumper Raceday Christmas Party Raceday New Years Eve Raceday
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