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FIRST RACE 1.10 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE CAZOO NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total race value £10600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3839, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £5010.32) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Henderson (22 wins from 84 runners, 26%) runs JEN’S BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs DUC DE BOURBON LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUC DE BOURBON trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 88 miles.

RACE SUMMARY JEN’S BOY produced a career-best win over hurdles at Plumpton when last seen in November and is potentially on a good mark back in this sphere. Duc de Bourbon and Translink are likely dangers if taking to fences at the first attempt.

1-2-3: 1.JEN’S BOY 2.DUC DE BOURBON (FR) 3.TRANSLINK KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

PLAY SMARTER

Jockey

Br

Trainer

Sponsor

horse

age

SAMTARA (GB) (121) 0/20262-

st lb

8 11-12

B g Kayf Tara - Aunt Harriet Roger & Yvonne Allsop Mrs Yvonne Allsop

Patrick Cowley (3) Martin Keighley, Cheltenham FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who ran up to his best after 11 weeks off when second at Ludlow in January, only late on when the favourite managed to grind him down. Quick ground would be a concern now chasing.

TFRHHHII BHA115

2 Br

GETAWAY LUV (IRE) (19) 45P132-

B g Getaway (GER) - Ut Love (FR) Miss Emily Boultbee-Brooks Elliot Teehan

7 11-11

Mr Tommie M. O’Brien (3) Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWFirst run since leaving Olly Murphy when landing 7-runner handicap chase at Stratford (17f) in March. Failed to build on that next 2 starts, no chance with the winner tried in this headgear at Southwell latest. TFRHHHII BHA114

3 Br

DUC DE BOURBON (FR) (252) 4F46/14- CD

6 11-10

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Astre Eria (FR) Mr John P. McManus Mr Olivier Rambert

Lorcan Williams Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressed fitted with a tongue strap when off the mark here (20f) in August. Promised more than delivered at Uttoxeter following month but might have had a problem given absence since. Should make a chaser. TFRHHHHI BHA113

4 Br

TRANSLINK (GB) (199) 5/6F112- CD

B g Rail Link - Ocean Transit (IRE) Mr Brian Mulholland G. E. Amey

7

11-9

Sam Twiston-Davies Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW On the up over hurdles and only narrowly denied in his hat-trick bid by one that got first run at Wincanton when last seen in October. Player if taking to fences at the first attempt. TFRHHHHI BHA112

5 Br

JEN’S BOY (GB) (177) 330441-

B g Malinas (GER) - Friendly Craic (IRE) Middleham Park Racing CV W. B. Mactaggart

8

11-6

Nico de Boinville Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWEnded a long losing run with probably a career best effort over hurdles at Plumpton in November, certainly helped by being allowed the run of the race. Overall record suggests he’s better over fences so needs considering back in this sphere up only 3lb. TFRHHHHH BHA109

6 Br

WHEESHT (IRE) (22) P1/3251- C

Br m Scorpion (IRE) - Retain That Magic (IRE) James & Jean Potter Ltd Mr D. Kennedy

8

11-2

Jonathan Burke Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to something like her chasing debut form when off the mark over fences in 4-runner event here (23f) 3 weeks ago, albeit seen to good effect. Not discounted up 3lb.

TFRHHHHI BHA105 2021: PRESENTANDCOUNTING (IRE) 7 11 8 Brian Hughes 5-1 (Donald McCain) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Duc de Bourbon (FR), 4-1 Translink (GB), Jen’s Boy (GB), 9-2 Wheesht (IRE), 6-1 Getaway Luv (IRE), 10-1 Samtara (GB)

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SECOND RACE 1.40 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE RORY DALY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Total race value £10600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3839, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £5010.32) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Dr R Newland (30 wins from 115 runners, 26%) runs TEMPLEBREDIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Jonjo O’Neill (2 wins from 7 runners, 29%) runs TEDHAM WEIGHTWATCHER: ANOTHER STOWAWAY won off a handicap mark of 118, his rating is now down 6lb to 112.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: JOHNNY B trained by C Down, Cullompton, 121 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

JOHNNY B ran out an authoritative winner on his second chase start at Chepstow 3 weeks ago and, given he was heavily eased, was value for plenty extra over the bare result. The follow up therefore looks on the cards, with The Late Legend and Templebredin feared most.

1-2-3: 1.JOHNNY B (IRE) 2.THE LATE LEGEND 3.TEMPLEBREDIN (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

horse

age

ANOTHER STOWAWAY (IRE) (21) 41/44P4- D

10 12-0

B g Stowaway - Another Pet (IRE) H Stephen Smith & Family Gabbertas James Robinson

st lb

Jonathan Burke Tom George, Slad HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to summon up enthusiasm for 4-race campaign last term. 6lb below last winning mark but he’s never been one for maximum faith. Blinkers replace usual cheekpieces.

TFRHHHII BHA112

2 Br

JOHNNY B (IRE) (19) 042541-

8 11-12

B g Famous Name - Zoudie Mrs Pam Roffe-Silvester Brian Gallivan

James Davies Chris Down, Cullompton Woodwarm Stoves

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but made second chase start a winning one in taking fashion at Chepstow 3 weeks ago, going with plenty of enthusiasm. Now looks one to keep on the right side of. TFRHHHHH BHA110

3 Br

TEMPLEBREDIN (IRE) (41) 1053/26-

B g Stowaway - Ballydunne Present (IRE) Mr Michael P. Tudor Gerard Murphy

8 11-12

Charlie Hammond Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in hunter chases for Sam Curling in 2020/21. Failed to meet market expectations starting out for new yard at Wetherby in March but expected to build on that.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

4 Br

THE LATE LEGEND (GB) (20) 324P41-

Ch g Midnight Legend - Vin Rose Mr G. J. Fisher Mark Rimell

9 11-12

Mr Luke Scott (7) Tom Weston, Hindlip Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Cashed in on a falling mark in 7-runner handicap at Warwick 3 weeks ago. That looks a fairly solid piece form so he’s of interest up 5lb.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

5 Br

TEDHAM (GB) (103) P4P/P50-

B g Shirocco (GER) - Alegralil Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. J. R. Hales & Miss L. J. Hales

8 11-10

Nick Scholfield Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicap hurdler who has been out of sorts (including over fences) since early 2020, so arrives with plenty to prove.

TFRHHHII BHA108

6 Br

BALLYMILAN (GB) (22) 215160- CD

B m Milan - Ballyhoo (IRE) Heart Racing HR2 Mrs J. A. Thomas

7

11-0

Sam Twiston-Davies Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Tote, Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained second hurdles win at this venue over 23f in September. Likely needed last month’s return to action and now has attentions turned to chasing.

TFRHHIII BHA98 2021: SANDY BOY (IRE) 7 11 6 Ben Jones 9-2 (Philip Hobbs) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Johnny B (IRE), 10-3 The Late Legend (GB), 4-1 Templebredin (IRE), 8-1 Another Stowaway (IRE), 17-2 Tedham (GB), 14-1 Ballymilan (GB)

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THIRD RACE 2.15 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON TWITTER OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Total race value £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251.

(Penalty Value £2614.08)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Jonjo O’Neill (28 wins from 161 runners, 17%) runs BLUE SHARK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 39 runners, 23%) runs IMPERIAL LIGHTNING LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE PLUMBER trained by Amy Murphy, Newmarket, 132 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

BELGUARDO represents a stable that does well in bumpers and he’s bred to have enough speed for this sort of test, so he’s fancied to make a winning start. The Plumber is an obvious player following a bright start at Market Rasen and Imperial Lightning is another appealing newcomer.

1-2-3: 1.BELGUARDO (FR) 2.THE PLUMBER (IRE) 3.IMPERIAL LIGHTNING (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

horse

AWESOME FOURSOME (GB) (-)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mini Muck Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

st lb

5

11-2

Jack Savage (5) Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding. Dam fair 2 1/2m/21f hurdle winner. Interesting newcomer.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2 Br

BELGUARDO (FR) (-)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Bella Giaconda (GER) Decimus Racing VII Jacques Beres

5

11-2

Fergus Gillard (3) David Pipe, Wellington W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Kapgarde gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Square Beaujon.

Dam 7f/1m winner. Yard regularly produce bumper winners and has been going well lately. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 Br

BLUE SHARK (IRE) (364) 6-

B g Shirocco (GER) - Meara Trasna (IRE) The Ocean Partnership Mr Paul Archer

5

11-2

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW In need of experience when sixth of 11 in bumper here (good to soft) on debut a year ago, going in snatches. Off subsequently and marked improvement is required. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 Br

HORIZON BLEU (FR) (571) 4/-

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Lili Bleue (FR) Mrs Lynne Maclennan Mme Marie-Laure Besnouin

5

11-2

Richard Patrick Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 3 winners and showed some ability when fourth at Market Rasen 19 months ago. Not seen since, though.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 Br

IMPERIAL LIGHTNING (IRE) (-)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Vindonissa (IRE) Imperial Racing Partnership 2016 Kenilworth House Stud

5

11-2

Paddy Brennan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham bresbet ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW €52,000 3-y-o, Shantou gelding. Brother to bumper winner Imperial Storm, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Krugermac. One to note on debut.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 Br

POWDER TRICK (IRE) (-)

B g Notnowcato - Castle Supreme (IRE) Mr G. Miller Mr P. A. Hughes

5

11-2

Danny Burton (5) Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

TIMEFORM VIEW Notnowcato gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Lebowski and point winner Caveat Emptor. Worth a market check.

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 Br

THE PLUMBER (IRE) (24) P/P42-

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Fleur (GER) Racing To Profit Syndicate Mrs Maryrose Kehoe

5

11-2

Jack Quinlan Amy Murphy, Newmarket Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to bumper winner and made a positive start when runner-up at Market Rasen last month. Solid chance of going one better.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

10

8 Br

IZAYTE (FR) (45) 2F-

4 10-10

B g Masked Marvel - Vakina (FR) Mr G. Hitchins O. Roussel & N. Moisson & S. Moisson

Lorcan Williams Brian Barr, Sherborne

TIMEFORM VIEW €9,000 3-y-o, Masked Marvel gelding. Dam, 17f hurdle winner in France, half-sister to fairly useful hurdle winner/top-class chaser (stays 3m) Cyrname. Runner-up on point debut, fell next time (Mar 27).

TFRHHHII BHA-

9 Br

ROYAL MAX (FR) (130) 0-

4 10-10

B g Maxios - Rahada (GER) Lady Dulverton E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant

Nico de Boinville Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to 2 winners on Flat but didn’t come up to expectations when down the field in a Listed bumper at Cheltenham 4 months ago. Could prove a different proposition. TFRHHHII BHA-

10 Br

UNCLE ARTHUR (GB) (-)

4 10-10

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mini Muck Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies

Sam Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding. Dam fair 2 1/2m/21f hurdle winner. Makes plenty of appeal on paper and appears to be stable’s first string.

TFRHHHHI BHADECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 The Plumber (IRE), 11-2 Imperial Lightning (IRE), 13-2 Royal Max (FR), 15-2 Belguardo (FR), 8-1 Uncle Arthur (GB), 12-1 Awesome Foursome (GB), 14-1 Izayte (FR), 16-1 Powder Trick (IRE), 20-1 Horizon Bleu (FR), 25-1 Blue Shark (IRE)

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RACE THREE

2021: THEATRE GLORY (IRE) 4 10 1 Nico de Boinville 10-11 (Nicky Henderson) 11 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

FOURTH RACE 2.50 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON TWITTER OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Total race value £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251.

(Penalty Value £2614.08)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Jonjo O’Neill (28 wins from 161 runners, 17%) runs NEW BEGINNINGS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 39 runners, 23%) runs ONE HUNDRED NOTOUT LONGEST TRAVELLER: PROUD MARI trained by Amy Murphy, Newmarket, 132 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

HIRAC is a brother to the very smart chaser Virak and represents a yard that has its fair share of winners in this sphere, so he gets the nod in a potentially above-average bumper. Militaire is also considered after an encouraging debut, while ex-pointer Val Dancer shouldn’t be underestimated.

1-2-3: 1.HIRAC (FR) 2.MILITAIRE 3.VAL DANCER (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

horse

CELTIC FORTUNE (IRE) (185) 4-

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor age

st lb

5

11-2

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rhinestone Cowgirl (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies Mr Donald Bell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Joe Campbell Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding. Dam modest maiden hurdler (stayed 21f). Made frame sole start in Irish points (Nov 2021). Worth a market check.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2 Br

HIRAC (FR) (-)

5

11-2

B g Bernebeau (FR) - Nosika d’Airy (FR) Kielan Woods Mrs Sophie Pauling Ben Pauling, Naunton B. Thierry, M. Mill, E. Mills et al Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Bernebeau gelding. Brother to smart hurdler/very smart chaser Virak, and closely related to fairly useful hurdler Firak,. Dam ran once over hurdles. Makes plenty of appeal on paper. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 Br

MILITAIRE (GB) (112) 4-

5

11-2

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - La Dame Brune (FR) Harry Bannister Jim and Claire Limited Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn R. D. & J. S. Chugg & Millhouse Stud 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 4 winners and offered something to work on when fourth at Newbury 112 days ago. Should step forward from that, so definite player.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 Br

NEW BEGINNINGS (GB) (-)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - W Six Times Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Mrs S. Horne

5

11-2

Nick Scholfield Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW £9,000 3-y-o, Flemensfirth gelding. Dam 2 1/2m-25f hurdle winner out of fair hurdler/ chaser (winner up to 3m) Be My Mot. Noteworthy newcomer.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 Br

VAL DANCER (IRE) (115) 2-

B g Valirann (FR) - Katies Dancer (IRE) Mr Philip Rowley Charles Persse

5

11-2

Alex Edwards (3) Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 5-y-o, Valirann gelding. Dam winning pointer. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Jan 16). Notable Rules newcomer.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 Br

KING OF QUINTA (FR) (165) 0-

Ch g Style Vendome (FR) - Dogaressa (IRE) Mr D. M. Proos S.R.L. Eledy

4 10-10

Jordan Nailor (3) Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

TIMEFORM VIEW Prominent in the betting but didn’t show a great deal at Doncaster on debut 5 months ago. Obviously thought capable of better.

TFRHHIII BHA-

7 Br

PRIVATE PIKE (GB) (-)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Definitley Lovely Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies

4 10-10

Nico de Boinville Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon gelding. Dam, 19f hurdle winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3 1/2m) Indifference Curve and fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stays 21f) Ardera Cross. TFRHHHII BHA-

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8 Br

ONE HUNDRED NOTOUT (IRE) (196) 53-

B m Getaway (GER) - Roxtown Glos Gipsies CC Brendan Glavin & Ollie Fahy

6

10-9

Liam Harrison (3) Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Bresbet Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of encouragement both starts last season, third at Taunton 6 months ago. She’ll need to up her game if she’s to open her account in what appears to be quite a strong race. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 Br

PROUD MARI (GB) (-)

5

B m Shirocco (GER) - Mariah Rollins (IRE) Racing To Profit Syndicate & Partner P. Murphy

10-9

Jack Quinlan Amy Murphy, Newmarket Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco mare. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/smart chaser Pendra, stayed 3 1/4m and fairly useful chaser Mercian King, stayed 2 1/2m. Notable newcomer.

TFRHHHII BHA-

10 Br

UNDOUBTEDLY (GB) (-)

5

B m Authorized (IRE) - Lovely Origny (FR) Mr Andrew L. Cohen ALC Racing

10-9

Tom Cannon Neil King, Burderop Wood Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Authorized mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser What’s Occurring and fair hurdler Balagan, stays 23f. Wears hood. Stable is going well, and she makes appeal on paper. TFRHHHHI BHA2021:(See Div 1) Hood worn first time by No. 10.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Militaire (GB), 6-1 Hirac (FR), New Beginnings (GB), 15-2 Val Dancer (IRE), Private Pike (GB), 11-1 Undoubtedly (GB), 12-1 One Hundred NotOut (IRE), 14-1 Celtic Fortune (IRE), Proud Mari (GB), 20-1 King of Quinta (FR)

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2m (Hurdle)

Moonday Sun (USA) (3yo+)

30Aug16

3m 37.30s

2m½f (Chase)

Mercian King (IRE) (4yo+)

12Oct17

3m 50.90s

2m4f (Hurdle)

Doubly Clever (IRE) (3yo+)

01Sep19

4m 37.90s

2m4f (Chase)

Rene’s Girl (IRE) (4yo+)

12Oct17

4m 39.90s

2m7f (Hurdle)

Rolling Maul (IRE) (4yo+)

17Sep18

5m 24.20s

2m7f (Chase)

Go Another One (IRE) (4yo+)

01Sep19

5m 21.40s

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FIFTH RACE 3.25 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE CAZOO NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Total race value £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522.

(Penalty Value £5446)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Henderson (22 wins from 84 runners, 26%) runs GO SACRE GO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 39 runners, 23%) runs NO NO MAESTRO LONGEST TRAVELLER: COME ON PADDY MAC trained by Laura Young, Bridgwater, 99 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

HIGH STAKES suffered a heavy defeat when last seen in February but that was in Grade 2 company and this is a pretty big drop in grade on return having been given time to recover from that run. He ought to make no mistake, with Go Sacre Go and No No Maestro likely to do battle for minor honours.

1-2-3: 1.HIGH STAKES (IRE) 2.GO SACRE GO (FR) 3.NO NO MAESTRO (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br Br

Trainer

horse

COME ON PADDY MAC (IRE) (73) PP51-

B g Libertarian - Mogs Delight (IRE) Mr C. E. Handford Mr Dan Quigley

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor age

st lb

6

11-4

Sam Twiston-Davies Laura Young, Bridgwater

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam, little show in bumpers/maiden hurdles, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Rum And Butter. Off mark in Irish points at fourth attempt (Feb 27). TFRHHHII BHA-

2 Br

GO SACRE GO (FR) (34) P/5/365U-

B g Network (GER) - Altesse Sacree (FR) Mr G. L. Porter Graham Porter & Henrietta Charlet

6

11-4

Nico de Boinville Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks a stable lesser light on early evidence but wasn’t entirely disgraced behind a winning stablemate on his Warwick handicap debut (21f). Second when unseating rider late at Taunton last month. TFRHHHHI BHA103

3 Br

HIGH STAKES (IRE) (81) 11/2F2P-

B g Scorpion (IRE) - High Performer (IRE) Jim and Claire Limited Edward P. Holly

8

11-4

Harry Bannister Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who sets the clear standard on his runner-up effort in a Lingfield novice during the winter. Poor effort in Grade 2 company in February but given time to recover from that. TFRHHHHH BHA130

4 Br

NO NO MAESTRO (IRE) (208) P/32111-

B g Mahler - Maisey Down Don Sebastiao Partnership Michael Lacy

7

11-4

Paddy Brennan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Whiting Landscape Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2021 on the up over fences, completing hat-trick of handicap wins at Uttoxeter in October. Back hurdling on return for in-form yard.

TFRHHHHI BHA112

5 Br

BAY SAM BELLA (GB) (60) 5/PPUP4-

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - With Grace Mr Alexander Gibbons Shade Oak Stud

7 10-11

Mr James Jeavons (7) Alexander Gibbons, Wroughton

TIMEFORM VIEW £2,500 3-y-o, Black Sam Bellamy mare. Dam, 2m-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful but temperamental chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Greywell Boy. Maiden pointer.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 Br

POLYPUTTHEKETTLEON (GB) (-)

B m Arvico (FR) - Sainte Kadette (FR) Knowle Racing Stables Limited All Things Rural

8 10-11

Chris Ward (5) Deborah Cole, Solihull Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Arvico mare. Half-sister to bumper winner/useful hurdler Flawless Escape, stayed 3m.

Dam (c111/h111) 2m-2 1/4m hurdle winner (stayed 2 3/4m).

TFRHHIII BHA2021: PRESENTING JEREMY (IRE) 6 11 4 Harry Skelton 5-2 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note: GO SACRE GO: Following its run on 7/4/2022 it was reported that the jockey was thrown as the saddle slipped.

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 High Stakes (IRE), 4-1 No No Maestro (IRE), 11-2 Go Sacre Go (FR), 14-1 Come On Paddy Mac (IRE), 28-1 Polyputthekettleon (GB), 80-1 Bay Sam Bella (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 4.00 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Total race value £9300 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56) Weights lowered 2lb.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Jonjo O’Neill (28 wins from 161 runners, 17%) runs WASDELL DUNDALK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 39 runners, 23%) runs SAMBA DANCER LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISTER ALLEGRO trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 116 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

This is tricky, not least as we haven’t seen the majority of these for a while. PERCY’S WORD is back to the same mark as when second here last autumn so he gets a tentative vote with the Dan Skelton team going well.

Samba Dancer was a big improver for this yard last autumn and it would be no shock to see him resume his progression after a break. Wewillgowithplanb is also interesting on first run for Richard Bandey, particularly if the betting vibes are strong.

1-2-3: 1.PERCY’S WORD 2.SAMBA DANCER (FR) 3.WEWILLGOWITHPLANB (IRE) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

horse

Sponsor age

WASDELL DUNDALK (FR) (209) 231136- CD

Ch g Spirit One (FR) - Linda Queen (FR) Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree

PLAY SMARTER

st lb

7 11-12

Nick Scholfield Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner last summer. Not at best when last seen in the autumn but good course record affords him respect back from a break.

TFRHHHII BHA120

2 Br

PERCY’S WORD (GB) (180) 211220- D

B g Sir Percy - Laverre (IRE) Mezzone Family Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

8 11-12

Harry Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester Cms Kidderminster

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful stayer on Flat and finally came good over hurdles at the end of last summer, winning maiden/novices at Stratford. Also runner-up over C&D on this mark in September. One to consider on this return to action. TFRHHHHH BHA120

3 Br

SAMBA DANCER (FR) (180) 521110- D

B g Zambezi Sun - Dancing Amber (GER) KHDRP E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis & H. Beglinger

7

11-8

Paddy Brennan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham bresbet ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWProgressed well early season, completing the hat-trick in a 16.5f handicap at Cheltenham in October. Shaped better than the result when down the field back there a month later and could resume progress now returning from a break. On the shortlist.

TFRHHHHI BHA116

4

PROGRESSIVE (GB)) (26) 6) 0/51P40- D

5

B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Graduation R NE A D Spence & John Connolly UN R Cheveley Park Stud Limited N

11-8

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Spreadex Ltd O 4-y-o handicap at Chepstow last October but below par at Doncaster on latest hurdle outing in TIMEFORM VIEWWon a well-contested 2mN Br

February. Has recorded 2 respectable efforts on the Flat since. Only 1lb higher than Chepstow. NON RUNNER.

5 Br

WEWILLGOWITHPLANB (IRE) (311) 4/001- D

B g Fame And Glory - Our Polly (IRE) Test Valley Partnership & M St Quinton Mrs Barbara Beattie

5

TFRIIIII BHA116

11-6

Harry Bannister Richard Bandey, Kingsclere Emerald Colour

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time in Ireland with a 2m Tramore maiden hurdle win last July. Interesting now handicapping for a new stable, particularly if the betting vibes are strong. TFRHHHHI BHA114

6 Br

FIRST QUEST (USA) (28) 213144- D

B g First Defence (USA) - Dixie Quest (USA) The Affordable Partnership Paul Tackett

8

11-5

Hugh Nugent (3) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Cartmel and Wincanton in the first half of last season. Decent comeback run at Kempton last month and likely to play a prominent role with that run under his belt. TFRHHHHI BHA113

7 Br

PILLAR OF STEEL (GB) (196) 114113- CD

B m Shirocco (GER) - Miss Conduct Kate Ive J. Spearing and Kate Ive

7

11-3

A. P. Heskin John Spearing, Kinnersley Pension Partners Llp

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged her fifth win of 2021 in 2m Stratford handicap last October. Winning run came to a halt at Taunton later that month and off since. Much depends on whether she’s primed after her break. TFRHHHII BHA111

18

8 Br

MISTER ALLEGRO (GB) (145) 1105- D

B g Bernardini (USA) - Joyful Hope Mr S. Browning Watership Down Stud & Mr Andrew Rosen

4

11-2

Rex Dingle Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEWModest on the level but made a fine start over hurdles, scoring at Ludlow and Wincanton last October. Not in the same form in a Cheltenham Grade 2 and Taunton handicap the following month but does retain potential back from a break. TFRHHHII BHA116 DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: BLUE RIBBON 6 10 13 Sam Twiston-Davies 7-2 (Dr Richard Newland) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 7.

Stewards Note: PILLAR OF STEEL: Following its run on 27/10/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Samba Dancer (FR), 9-2 Percy’s Word (GB), 11-2 Wewillgowithplanb (IRE), First Quest (USA), 7-1 Wasdell Dundalk (FR), Pillar of Steel (GB), 15-2 Mister Allegro (GB)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.35 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE FREE TIPS DAILY ON attheraces.com MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Total race value £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522.

(Penalty Value £5446)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Fergal O’Brien (22 wins from 121 runners, 18%) runs LEADING THEATRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 39 runners, 23%) runs LEADING THEATRE LONGEST TRAVELLER: LE MUR trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 70 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

LEADING THEATRE was pretty useful in bumpers, winning twice, and now starting out at an ordinary level against her own sex, is taken to make a successful hurdles debut.

Cool Stone has finished runner-up on all 4 starts over hurdles and a similar scenario looks likely again.

1-2-3: 1.LEADING THEATRE (IRE) 2.COOL STONE 3.LAST OF A LEGEND KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

horse

COOL STONE (GB) (53) 43/2222-

B m Kayf Tara - Stoney Path Mrs Sue Welch & Alan King Mrs S. C. Welch

Sponsor age

st lb

6

11-2

Tom Cannon Alan King, Barbury Castle Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has found just one too good on all 4 starts over hurdles, again doing nothing wrong when beaten by a superior rival at Kempton in March. Since had a wind op and likely to give it another good go. TFRHHHHI BHA104

2 Br

LAST OF A LEGEND (GB) (48) 205-

5

B m Midnight Legend - Blue Buttons (IRE) Hot To Trot Jumping Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

11-2

Jonathan Burke Harry Fry, Corscombe Citipost

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler and offered a good deal of encouragement when second in an Aintree bumper in October. Just a fair fifth on hurdles debut in March but likely to step up on that. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 Br

LEADING THEATRE (IRE) (34) 63/1120- CD

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Theatre Days (IRE) Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Charlie Harnett

6

11-2

Max Kendrick Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Bresbet Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of Worcester bumpers last summer prior to an excellent second in Listed company in November. Well held in a Grade 2 last month but she’s still a good hurdles prospect.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

4 Br

LE MUR (FR) (260) 0-

5

B m Al Namix (FR) - Djafullime (FR) The Humpty Dumpties Mr Michel Crochelet

11-2

Harry Bannister Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

TIMEFORM VIEW No promise on August’s hurdles debut and has since left Fergal O’Brien.

TFRHHIII BHA2021: YAUTHYM (GER) 5 11 0 Paddy Brennan 5-4 (Fergal O’Brien) 14 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

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Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Leading Theatre (IRE), 15-8 Cool Stone (GB), 10-3 Last of A Legend (GB), 33-1 Le Mur (FR)

EIGHTH RACE 5.05 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE AT THE RACES APP FORM STUDY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total race value £7550 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2859, 2nd £1430, 3rd £714, 4th £358, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Mulholland (16 wins from 163 runners, 10%) runs MASTERDREAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Keighley (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs BEN BUIE & TEN PAST MIDNIGHT WEIGHTWATCHER: THE WIRE FLYER won off a handicap mark of 89, his rating is now down 10lb to 79.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GIBBERWELL trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

In a big-field finale where few arrive with compelling claims the vote goes the way of LIL CODEY who has performed with credit in handicaps since joining Nigel Hawke. Just Go For It and Masterdream, who returns from a break, are others to consider. Poet’s Corner is a handicap newcomer to keep an eye on in the betting.

1-2-3: 1.LIL CODEY (IRE) 2.JUST GO FOR IT 3.MASTERDREAM (FR) KEY colours

Owner no

1 Br

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

horse

HARDE FASHION (GB) (28) 24B604-

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - La Harde (FR) Mr Daniel John Bourne R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

Sponsor age

st lb

6

12-0

Alex Edwards Daniel Bourne, Varteg

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers for Kim Bailey but has to yet to build on a promising first run over hurdles for this yard, not helping his cause by jumping left when well-held fourth in Southwell handicap latest.

TFRHHIII BHA100

2 Br

BEN BUIE (IRE) (6) 00113-5

8 11-13

Br g Presenting - Change of Plan (IRE) Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 10 Mrs Mary Motherway

Jordan Nailor Martin Keighley, Cheltenham FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since the visor went on, winning twice over fences towards the end of 2021. Off 4 months, shaped as if needing run at Worcester 6 days ago. Should figure back hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA99 (-2)

3 Br

LIGHTHOUSE MILL (IRE) (21) 42540-

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Horner Mill (IRE) Legacy Racing Miriam & John Murphy

5 11-12

Jack Andrews David Dennis, Banbury DD Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on the second of 3 qualifying runs in recent weeks. Handicap debut.

TFRHHHII BHA98

4 Br

LE FIGARO FAOUDEL (FR) (46) 00P04P-

B g Nicobar - Lectrice (FR) Grace Harris Racing J.P. Raoult, F. Le Gall & J.L. Guillerm

7 11-11

Conor Ring Grace Harris, Shirenewton Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in Ireland last summer and pulled up in Stratford selling hurdle for new yard in March. Has a fair bit to prove.

TFRHHIII BHA97

5 Br

BLAZE A TRAIL (IRE) (204) 340/36P- D

B g Morozov (USA) - Bright Blaze (IRE) Belly’s Heroes J. H. Kidd

8 11-11

Ben Ffrench Davis (3) John Flint, Bridgend Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler/chaser for Elizabeth Doyle in Ireland but didn’t cut much ice over fences for this yard last autumn. Could only consider if backed returned to hurdles after a break. TFRHHIII BHA97

6 Br

GIBBERWELL (IRE) (51) 44/45P6- D

B g Getaway (GER) - Unique Snoopy (IRE) All Or Nothing Racing Club Parkville Stud

6 11-10

Liam Harrison Jake Coulson, Heaton Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish hurdler who landed a Wexford maiden in 2020. Easing in the weights without looking ready to take advantage.

TFRHHIII BHA96

7 Br

POET’S CORNER (GB) (28) 606050-

B g Poet’s Voice - Helter Helter (USA) Sal’s Pals Floors Farming, S. Roy & Admington Hall

6

11-9

Lewis Stones Neil King, Burderop Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner. Only modest form in bumpers/novice hurdles under Rules but it’s possible he’ll fare better in handicaps. Market support worth noting.

TFRHHHII BHA95 (-3)

22

8 Br

LIL CODEY (IRE) (24) 06P463-

6

B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Blue Reema (IRE) Samuel Quigley & Michael Phillips Hardys Of Kilkeel Ltd.

11-6

Niall Houlihan Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler but she has offered a bit of encouragement when twice reaching the frame in handicaps for new yard this spring. Might be the answer.

TFRHHHHH BHA92

9 Br

POST NO BILLS (IRE) (39) 126050-

7

B g Mahler - Shining Lights (IRE) Pyne Swinburne Partnership Miss Christine Keymer

11-5

Daniel Hiskett Ryan Potter, Sellack

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner but yet to get competitive over hurdles, including on 19.5f Chepstow handicap debut last month. Improvement will be needed.

TFRHHIII BHA91

10 Br

SIR JACK WEST (IRE) (23) 3/PP464-

B g Westerner - Star Sprinkled Sky (IRE) Knowle Racing Stables Limited Patrick Cronin

6

11-4

Chris Ward Deborah Cole, Solihull Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted in recent starts that he has it in him to be competitive off his current mark, particularly if he settles better, pulling hard and weakening into fourth at Huntingdon latest.

TFRHHHII BHA90

11 Br

HOLY WATER (IRE) (22) F224//F0-

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Gambling Spirit Mr Frederick Joseph Butler Ardmulchan Stud

11 11-4

Hugh Nugent Ryan Potter, Sellack

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden on Flat/over hurdles in Ireland much earlier in his career. Has won in points since but no show on his completed start in handicap hurdles for new trainer last month.

TFRHHIII BHA90

12 Br

CHRISTOPHER ROBIN (IRE) (260) 4F/3400- D

B g Camelot - Iowa Falls Mr H. Phipps Paget Bloodstock

7

11-1

Lilly Pinchin Roy Brotherton, Pershore

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts for Tom Gretton when last seen in August but is well treated if his new trainer TFRHHHII BHA87 can coax him back to form. Betting perhaps the best guide to what’s expected.

13 Br

JUST GO FOR IT (GB) (38) 4/F0423-

B m Passing Glance - Just Jasmine Mr Steve Atkinson K. Bishop

9

11-1

Lorcan Williams Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater Home Farm Holiday Park

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Hereford novice handicap at the start of 2021 and back in better form for new trainer when placed on his last 2 outings. One to consider.

TFRHHHHI BHA87

14 Br

TEN PAST MIDNIGHT (GB) (36) 21113P- D

B g Midnight Legend - Thornton Alice Serendipity Syndicate 2006 Serendipity Syndicate 2006

6

11-1

Patrick Cowley Martin Keighley, Cheltenham FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Big improver when completing a hat-trick last autumn but he dropped away tamely on his return from a break at Southwell last month.

TFRHHHII BHA87

15 Br

MASTERDREAM (FR) (167) 012624-

5 10-11

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Santa Christiana (FR) Thomas Doggrell (6) Mr Dave Harris Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Haras de Saint Julien & A.Tamagni-Bodmer Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed small field maiden hurdle in Jersey last August and competitive in handicap hurdles over here later in 2021, including runner-up twice. Contender if ready to roll after a break. TFRHHHHI BHA83

16 Br

THE WIRE FLYER (GB) (13) 06605U-

B g Champs Elysees - Good Morning Star (IRE) Aled Evans & Tommy Williams Ed’s Stud Ltd

7

10-7

Charlie Price John Flint, Bridgend

TIMEFORM VIEW Ffos Las winner at the start of 2021 but has rarely threatened to add to his tally since, including well held on the Flat last month. Others are more obvious.

TFRHHIII BHA79

Br

LINDISFARNE (GB) (23) 0//P004-

Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Tin Symphony Mr B. J. M. Ryall Mrs R. C. Ryall

7

10-5

Tabitha Worsley Robert Walford, Blandford Ryalage

TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise in maiden/novice hurdles this spring. Has a basement mark to work with now handicapping but would need to see market support to consider.

TFRHHIII BHA77

18 Br

LETS GO DUTCHESS (GB) (27) PP02P0- D

B m Helissio (FR) - Lets Go Dutch Mr K. Bishop K. Bishop

12 10-2

Daire Davis (7) Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a wind op and put some disappointing efforts behind her when second in handicap chase at Wincanton in December. However, has failed to back it up in a chase/hurdle since.

TFRHHIII BHA71

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2021: AN TAILLIUR (FR) 5 11 10 Kevin Brogan 8-11 (Jonjo O’Neill) 15 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 18 Blinkers worn by No. 16.

Visor worn by No. 2.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 11, 15, 17.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 8, 14, 15.

Stewards Note: BLAZE A TRAIL: Following its run on 19/10/2021 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

POST NO BILLS: Following its run on 2/4/2022 it was reported that the horse hung right from turning in.

THE WIRE FLYER: Following its run on 28/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Probable S.P’s: 9-1 Lil Codey (IRE), Just Go For It (GB), 11-1 Poet’s Corner (GB), 12-1 Ten Past Midnight (GB), Masterdream (FR), 14-1 Ben Buie (IRE), Sir Jack West (IRE), Lindisfarne (GB), 16-1 The Wire Flyer (GB), 18-1 Lighthouse Mill (IRE), Post No Bills (IRE), 20-1 Harde Fashion (GB), 25-1 Le Figaro Faoudel (FR), Gibberwell (IRE), 28-1 Blaze A Trail (IRE), Christopher Robin (IRE), 40-1 Lets Go Dutchess (GB), 66-1 Holy Water (IRE)

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HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £729,004 at this racecourse in 2022.

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.10 - THE CAZOO NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5010 to the winning horse The second to receive £2308, the third £1153, the fourth £577, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. CAZOO will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 14 entries, 1 at £9 and 13 at £46. - Closed May 5th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3839; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £5010.32) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.40 - THE RORY DALY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5010 to the winning horse The second to receive £2308, the third £1153, the fourth £577, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

18 entries at £46. - Closed May 5th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3839; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £5010.32) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.15 - THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON TWITTER OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for maiden four, five and six yrs old 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, May 5th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. SKY SPORTS RACING will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £24. - Closed May 5th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.50 - THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON TWITTER OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for maiden four, five and six yrs old 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, May 5th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. SKY SPORTS RACING will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries at £24. - Closed May 5th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.25 - THE CAZOO NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. CAZOO will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a prize will be awarded to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race, will be eligible to enter The ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Final (A Novices’ Handicap Hurdle) to be run over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 23rd September, 2022. 11 entries at £50. - Closed May 5th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £43 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £35 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries at £43. - Closed May 5th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £4683.56) Weights lowered 2lb.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.35 - THE FREE TIPS DAILY ON attheraces.com MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race, will be eligible to enter The ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Final (A Novices’ Handicap Hurdle) to be run over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 23rd September, 2022. 12 entries at £50. - Closed May 5th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 21 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 5.05 - THE AT THE RACES APP FORM STUDY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3730 to the winning horse The second to receive £1718, the third £858, the fourth £430, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to May 8th, 2022, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 38 entries at £34. - Closed May 5th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2859; Second £1430; Third £714; Fourth £358; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3730.50) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

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