Official Raceday Programme & Form Guide Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1926 - 2022 MON 12 SEP Official Raceday Programme & Form Guide
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On behalf of Worcester Racecourse, I would like to express our deep sympathy to the His Majesty The King and Royal Family upon hearing the tragic news of the death of The Queen.
As we enter the latter part of our season, we have a good number of fixtures still to look forward to, including our next fixture the very popular Friday 23rd September and our Season Finale on Thursday 27th October.
It was a highlight of our season to see The Queen have a winner here with Steal A March in June, on her Platinum Jubilee Weekend, and will be a memory etched in many of our minds for some time.
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Kevin Brogan (3) Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Br Wasdell Group
Jordan Nailor Mrs P. Izamis
Br Carbine Of London Racing 3
well served
Br James Robinson
Theo Gillard
Thomas Willmott Smith
2 CORRANY (IRE) (12) P-05602
Br Chris Lowther, Ian
8 11-11 Br Ch g Spring At Last (USA) - Playful Wink (USA)
(12) 620-465 6
ago, albeit fading out of things from 3 out. Eased further 2lb if fitting of blinkers has positive effect now.
hurdles
Liam Harrison (3) Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Br Noel Fenton bresbet ltd
TFRHHHII BHA90
David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold Br Luis Espinoza
Finn Lambert (3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Revived when staying on well to make a winning chase debut at Huntingdon (19.8f) in May and similar form all 3 starts since, runner-up from this mark at Market Rasen (21.4f) in August. Fancied to go well again back up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA98
8 12-0
Br Jose
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KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER 4 FIRST RACE 1.00 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE BILLY WORTHINGTON CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Total race value £9400 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) A
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Standout effort in 4 starts last term when landing 4-runner Fontwell handicap (21.6f) 12 months ago. Respectable third on back of 8 months off at Newton Abbot in June but struggled to match that either outing since. TFRHHHII BHA95 (GB) 11-6 (IRE)
Br B g Dansili - Lunar Phase
Br
Brian Ellison, Malton Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who ran best race over hurdles when runner-up at Cartmel (25.4f) in June. Never better than midfield (off bridle before most) when sixth of 8 on chase debut back at that venue in July. Undergone wind surgery since. TFRHHHII BHA82
Br Mr Toby Cole
Course hurdles winner RED MAPLE looked well served by the step back up in trip when opening his account over fences at Market Rasen (22.9f) 4 weeks ago and he could be up to handling the 4lb higher mark and following up. Getthepot, Dynali and Train Hill head up the dangers, in that order. (IRE) (30) 50-1232 12-0 Getaway (GER) Raheen Lady (IRE)
Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh Br Br John & Jamie O’Brien Tori Global
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over here (2m) in May and bettered previous chase exploits when landing Market Rasen handicap (22.9f) ago, by step back up in trip. Worth considering in follow-up bid from 4lb higher. TFRHHHHH BHA84 10-12
& Partner
Br Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Time For An Audit
1-2-3: 1.RED MAPLE (IRE) 2.GETTHEPOT (IRE) 3.DYNALI colours no horse age st lb 1 GETTHEPOT
TIMEFORM VIEW Not long with this stable and he stepped up on chase debut effort when fifth in 12-runner C&D handicap 12
the
7 KILTORCAN BOY (IRE) (58) 065-026 7
TIMEFORM VIEW Had been struggling for form over hurdles but stopped the slide to some extent when runner-up in a C&D handicap chase 12 days ago, albeit making hard work of things. However, he wouldn’t be sure to back that up now. TFRHHHII BHA98
7
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
Br B g
4 MOANS CROSS (USA) (8) P15-354 D
6 RED MAPLE (IRE) (30) 0-13651 C D 6 11-0 Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Champagne Ruby (IRE)
5 DYNALI
3 JET FIGHTER (IRE) (24) 3600P0 5 11-12
Br Golden Equinox Racing
Br Br Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (32 wins from 162 runners, 20%) runs GETTHEPOT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs GETTHEPOT LONGEST TRAVELLER: JET FIGHTER & KILTORCAN BOY trained by B Ellison, Malton, 176 miles.
Harriet Tucker (5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed once from 3 starts in points and little to shout about in handful of starts over hurdles for C. W. J. Farrell in recent months. Quickly switched to larger obstacles for new yard and worth a precautionary check in betting for clues. Cheekpieces fitted. TFRHHHII BHA96
Br Mrs Claire Ellison Brian Ellison, Malton Br Br Brendan Fortune Brian Ellison Racing Limited
4 weeks
B g Jet Away - Bubble Bann (IRE)
Br Mr & Mrs Stephen O’Flynn & John M. Flynn
Br
Br B g Stowaway - Hathamore
Amy Murphy, Newmarket Amy Murphy Racing Ltd days
3, 5, 8.
7 10-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back 17f handicap chases last summer for Justin Landy. Yet to fire despite a sliding mark for present stable, beaten some way out at Market Rasen (17.2f) when last seen in August. TFRHHHII BHA74
Sheila Lewis, Brecon Br
Br Larry Mealiffe
Br Old Gold Racing 11
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since bumper debut when trained in Ireland and, whilst he displayed better signs in a C&D handicap hurdle in July, he couldn’t quite match that level back over fences at Market Rasen (22.8f) 4 weeks ago. Cheekpieces back on now. TFRHHHII BHA80
2021: HEAD ON (IRE) 5 11 2 Liam Harrison 5-2 (Ian Williams) 10 ran
Br B g Captain Rio - Brandam Supreme (IRE)
Stewards
Br B g Subtle Power (IRE) - Aljapip (IRE)
Br William Barron Foxtrot Racing Syndicates
Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Br
8
Br Oaktree Racing Club
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Br
Br John Roche
9
9 10-4
Cillin Leonard
6 10-10
Sheepskin
Pieces
Lilly Pinchin (3)
TOM O’ROUGHLEY: Following
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE)
1, 2, 4, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Red Maple (IRE), 9-2 Getthepot (IRE), 8-1 Train Hill (IRE), 9-1 Dynali (GB), 10-1 Corrany (IRE), Kiltorcan Boy (IRE), 11-1 Moans Cross (USA), Captain Cobajay (IRE), 14-1 Jet Fighter (IRE), 18-1 Tom O’Roughley (IRE) RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH 5 ONERACE 2 RE MAINING 2022 FIXTURES FRIDA Y 23R D SEPTEMBE R THURSDA Y 6T H OCTOBE R WEDNESDA Y 19T H OCTOB ER THURSDA Y 27T H OCTOBE R BOOK NOW worcester-racecourse.co.ukAT
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Cheek worn by No. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Note: its run on reported that the horse lost ground after erring badly.
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame over hurdles/fences at the start of this season but recent efforts not so inspiring, bad mistake early and never a factor thereafter when fifth of 9 at Stratford (27.5f) 25 days ago. Operating from 3lb out of the weights here. TFRHHIII BHA69
CAPTAIN COBAJAY (IRE) (30) 050-460
Br Foxtrot Racing The Red Caps
TOM O’ROUGHLEY (IRE) (25) 444465
TRAIN HILL (IRE) (30) 2P-P065 BF
Merribelle Stable Llc
Harry Kimber
10
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Stratford handicap 3 weeks ago. Did that a shade cosily so a 2lb nudge looks more
Br Br Dan Gilbert Brian
Br
7 12-0 g Mustameet (USA) - Maid For Action (IRE)
Br In
Br
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Br Mr Roger Barnaud Owners Group
7 11-4 B g Where Or When (IRE) - Final Run (IRE)
Harry Cobden Chris Giles
fences in
Br
KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER 8 SECOND RACE 1.30 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE WORTHINGTON’S PRE-TRAINING NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total race value £16600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6343, 2nd £3172, 3rd £1585, 4th £793, 5th £280. (Penalty Value £8277.92) There should be more to come from SKATMAN over fences so he’s narrowly preferred to recent Stratford scorer Punxsutawney Phil in an interesting contest despite the lack of numbers. 1-2-3: 1.SKATMAN (IRE) 2.PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL (IRE) 3.AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) colours no horse age st lb 1 SKATMAN (IRE) (94) 1646-21
3 FAROUK DE CHENEAU (FR) (28) 10//P2-32
7 11-7
TFRHHHHH BHA124
Br g Mores Wells - No Complaints But (IRE)
Sam Twiston-Davies It For Fun Partnership & Dr R Newland
TFRHHHII BHA119
5 PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL (IRE) (21) 55-42U1 5 10-13 Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Chilly Filly (IRE)
fair.
2021: NO CORRESPONDING RACE DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Skatman (IRE), 3-1 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE), 10-3 Aviewtosea
Kielan Woods The O’Brien McPherson Syndicate 1
Br Owners Group 049
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdle winner for this yard. Sharper for a recent reappearance run over hurdles now switching his attention to fences for the first time.
9-2
Br Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made a winning start in this sphere in 3-runner Newton Abbot handicap in June. Has more to offer. Leading claims for top stable.
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br William Martin bresbet ltd
Br Mr Dan Gilbert
B g Day Flight - Kardamone (FR)
4 AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) (28) P5P-121 D
Br
B
Br
Nico de Boinville
Brian Ellison, Malton Ellison Racing Limited who struck at the third time of asking over 4-runner than TFRHHHHI BHA109 (IRE), Farouk De Cheneau (FR),
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner
11-1 Taste The Fear (IRE) RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
2 TASTE THE FEAR (IRE) (21) 21636-3 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown he retains plenty of ability since returning from a long absence this summer, finishing 6 lengths second of 4 to Aviewtosea on 3m Bangor chase debut 4 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA117
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 over fences when beating the reopposing Farouk de Cheneau by 6 lengths at Bangor 28 days ago. Raised another 5lb but there’s no reason why he won’t give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA114
7 11-9
Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Br James Hannon Coulthursts Ltd
Henry Brooke
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (32 wins from 162 runners, 20%) runs AVIEWTOSEA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs AVIEWTOSEA LONGEST TRAVELLER: PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL trained by B Ellison, Malton, 176 miles.
Br
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Clongiffin Stud Morson Group
2m7f (Hurdle) Rolling Maul (IRE) (4yo+) 17Sep18 5m 24.20s
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3 LEAPAWAY (IRE) (23) 62-134U CD 10 11-8
7 10-13
7 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (376) 515513- CD
GLOBAL CITIZEN signed off for last term with a gutsy win in Cheltenham’s Grand Annual Chase and still looks on a handy mark for his return so gets the vote with his yard among the winners. Clear The Runway also returns from a break and this progressive type rates a big threat in his bid for a five-timer. C&D scorer Bathiva and last year’s winner Leapaway need factoring in too in a cracking handicap. (IRE) (180) 020231- CD 10 12-0 Willmurt (IRE)
Br Dr V. M. G. Ferguson Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Br R. Lynch Boodle Hatfield Llp
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Br E.A.R.L. Societe Entrainement Le Clerc
Ben Pauling, Naunton Br Br Martin Byrne Fitzdares
Br Miss S. Troughton
Br B
Br Miss S. Troughton
TIMEFORM hurdles winner who got off the mark at the first attempt over fences at Bangor (17.3f) last August. Off so he needs to hit the ground running. TFRHHHII BHA118
(14) 15-1224 D 7
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who returned to hurdles to win in novice company at Southwell before scoring over C&D later in July. Only third of four at Newton Abbot 23 days ago but the sort to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA137
Br Mr
4
KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER 10 THIRD RACE 2.05 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 110YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE WORTHINGTON’S PRE-TRAINING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Dunraven Group of Companies
poor effort there a fortnight ago. No surprise to see
TIMEFORM VIEW Highly progressive winning hurdler/chaser who completed his four timer in 2m1f handicap chase (6/5) at Cartmel in May. Open to further progress after a break. Not taken lightly. TFRHHHHI BHA135
TFRHHHHH BHA143
Jack Hogan (7) Mrs J. Rees
6 11-6
Mr Alan Rogers
Kielan Woods The Megsons
Br B g Alkaadhem - Lady
2 BATHIVA (FR) (23) 1-53113 CD BF 8 11-8 g Spanish Moon (USA) - Thithia (FR)
1-2-3: 1.GLOBAL CITIZEN (IRE) 2.CLEAR THE RUNWAY (IRE) 3.BATHIVA (FR) colours no horse age st lb 1 GLOBAL CITIZEN
Stan Sheppard Tony Scrivin
Alex Edwards (3) Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Br Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart front-running hurdler/chaser who landed Grand Annual at Cheltenham in gutsy fashion in March. 7lb higher now but another bold show is likely with yard in flying form.
Br
L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Br Br Mossie Cronin
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (32 wins from 162 runners, 20%) runs BATHIVA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs BATHIVA LONGEST TRAVELLER: LERMOOS LEGEND trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
Br B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)
Br
Br B g Midnight Legend - Absalom’s Girl
B g Milan - Miss Arteea (IRE)
Brian Hughes
TIMEFORM VIEW In excellent form this summer, scoring over 2m1f at Cartmetl, until turning in a rare him get back on track.
VIEW Dual
Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Br Cathal Ennis Matt Sheppard Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Left Henry de Bromhead and began life for his new yard in fine form, winning back-to-back handicaps starts and now has plenty to prove. TFRHHIII BHA128 LEGEND (GB) 10-6
Sean Bowen Jonathan Martin Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited Peter and Karen Bowen Racing
6 LERMOOS
Br Mr
Br B g Stowaway - Gisela (IRE)
CLEAR THE RUNWAY (IRE) (105) 121-111 D
5 NOT AVAILABLE (IRE) (169) 311443- D
Br
TFRHHHII BHA121 8 10-3
Br
Total race value £22000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £9181, 2nd £4591, 3rd £2295, 4th £1148. (Penalty Value £11981.20)
B g Jet Away - Minish Yeats (IRE)
Br
since creditable third over C&D 12 months ago though
in November/December. However, below form last 3
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Tom O’Brien
Br Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely reliable sort who scored at Warwick in May. Unseated rider first at Newton Abbot last month but he took this contest 12 months ago and is expected to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA137
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Clear The Runway (IRE), 3-1 Global Citizen (IRE), 7-1 Bathiva (FR), 9-1 Mix of Clover (GB), Elios d’Or (FR), 10-1 Lermoos Legend (GB), 18-1 Not Available (IRE), 22-1 Leapaway (IRE) 2022
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8 ELIOS D’OR (FR) (12) 124242 CD 8 10-2 Br B g Puit d’Or (IRE) - Naker Mome (FR) Harry Kimber (5) Br Lewis Nettley Racing Robert Walford, Blandford Br Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis Tote
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BHA113
2021: LEAPAWAY (IRE) 9 11 5 Tom O’Brien 8-1 (Philip Hobbs) 5 ran
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TFRHHIII
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who got back on track when second of 6 in handicap chase over C&D 12 days ago, though he found little. Has more to do from 4lb out of the handicap.
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 6.
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4 SOLDAT FORTE (IRE) (21) 50F-4
Br Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 9
Brian Hughes
Fbc Manby Bowdler
Br Ch g Lucarno (USA) - Avoine (IRE)
5 11-0 g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rock Me Gently
Br Br Ms Linda Motherway Peter and Karen
5 11-0
TFRHHHII BHA (IRE) 10-12
TIMEFORM VIEW Sans Frontieres gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/useful 23f hurdle winner Senor Lombardy.
Br Mr T. P. Radford
Br
3 NIPPIN N POPPIN (GB) (-)
Connor Brace B Jones & Son
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little when sixth of 7 in bumper at this C&D (good to soft) on debut 93 days ago.
TFRHHHHI BHA
James Bowen
Br Joseph J. O’Connor
Br B
7
1-2-3: 1.SOLDAT FORTE (IRE) 2.BENSINI 3.GLEN
TFRHHHII BHA
TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding. Half-brother to bumper/useful hurdle winner Wonderwall and fairly useful hurdler Ballyneety. Unplaced completed starts in Irish points but, having had a wind op, he offered plenty to work on when fourth at Stratford. TFRHHHHH BHA
L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Br
TFRHHIII BHA
4 10-12 (IRE)
colours horse age st lb
(-) 4
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shadow Eile
Dave Roberts, Kenley Br Br Harris & Ford Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dr Massini gelding. Dam, ran twice in bumpers, half-sister to useful hurdler/fair chaser (2m winner) Princely Conn. One for shortlist on debut given connections.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: DREAMS OF FORTUNE trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
TIMEFORM VIEW Third foal, dam (c114/h134), 2m-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner, also 1 3/4m winner on Flat, sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Corskeagh Royale and fair hurdler/useful chaser (stays 3m) As You Like. TFRHHHHI BHA
BURY WALLS (GB) (93) 0-26
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Shuile Role
Br Sean Reilly
(-) 4
Br
(probably stays 3m) Lecale’s Article.
SOLDAT FORTE is bred to be useful and, following a wind op, he shaped with promise when fourth at Stratford 3 weeks ago. Likely to build on that, he could be the answer for all he takes on mainly newcomers, of whom Bensini and Glen Cannel look the pick. CANNEL (IRE)
TIMEFORM Soldier of Fortune gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner
Mr Huw Edwards (7)
Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest Bowen Racing
Lilly Pinchin (3) S. Longsdon
6 GENOVESE
Br Mr Simon Edwards
Simon Edwards, Shrewsbury Br Br Simon Edwards
Br Mrs
2
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Br Barbara Kirby Merribelle Stable Llc
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KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER 12 FOURTH RACE 2.40 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD THE WORTHINGTON’S PRE-TRAINING OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Total race value £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)
Br B
5 DREAMS OF FORTUNE (IRE) 10-12
Sean Bowen
Br
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (32 wins from 162 runners, 20%) runs BENSINI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs BOLLYWOLLYWOTSIT AND SABAARELLI
GLEN CANNEL (IRE) (-)
Lee Edwards Nobody else would have us
5 11-0
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Brooklyn View (IRE)
TIMEFORM VIEW Lucarno gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Bitter Virtue. Dam (c76/h81), bumper winner (stayed 3m), half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 29f) Organisedconfusion. TFRHHHII BHA
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Mr Wayne Jones Dunraven Group of Companies
Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Killoughey Babe (IRE)
no
Br The Brace and Bowen Racing Group
Br
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Br
1 BENSINI (GB) (-) 6 11-0 g Dr Massini (IRE) - Grouch Onthe Couch (IRE)
Jamie Moore
2021: FIFRELET (FR) 6 11 2 Liam Harrison 13-8 (Ian Williams) 8 ran
5 10-7
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
BOLLYWOLLYWOTSIT (GB) (-)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE
Br Mr John Christopher Drake
9
8
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Br
SOLDAT FORTE: Following its run on 22/8/2022 it was reported that the horse ran green.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Soldat Forte (IRE), 7-2 Bensini (GB), 9-2 Glen Cannel (IRE), 8-1 Dreams of Fortune (IRE), 11-1 Genovese (IRE), 12-1 Sabaarelli (GB), 18-1 Nippin N Poppin (GB), 20-1 Bollywollywotsit (GB), 33-1 Bury Walls (GB)
TFRHHIII BHA
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH 13 FOURRACE
5 10-7
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Schiaparelli mare. Half-sister to 2 winners on Flat, including useful 9.5f winner Prince Sabaah. Dam 6f winner. TFRHHHII BHA
Br
Br Mrs Brenda Bowditch
Nick Slatter (5)
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TIMEFORM VIEW Bollin Eric mare. Dam, unplaced sole start over hurdles, 7f (at 2 yrs)-1 1/2m winner on Flat.
SABAARELLI (GB) (-)
Br Mr D. Boocock
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Br Br D. Boocock Tote
Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Princess Sabaah (IRE)
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6 11-4 Br B g Motivator - Treasure (FR) James Bowen Susan Roy Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Quesnay
and
Br Mr
5 11-4 Br B g Saddex - Send Me Flower (FR)
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat performer for Charlie Fellowes but rarely for a Nicky Henderson hurdles newcomer, he looked pretty clueless over his obstacles at Newbury in February. That was a reasonable race and he has to be capable of a lot better. TFRHHHHI BHA IGUELDO (FR) (144) 552P5P-
7 BAHTIYAR (FR) (205) 003-
Daryl Jacob Voie
Br The Footie Partnership
Harry Cobden Mr Chris Giles & Mr Dave Staddon
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Newland (25 wins from 120 runners, 21%) runs SHUIL DONN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs ELUSIVE ARTIST LONGEST TRAVELLER: WINTERWATCH trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 125 miles.
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual-bumper winner in France but underachieved in a trio of hurdles starts for Paul Nichols last term. Still with that top yard and has since undergone a wind op. TFRHHHII BHA108
Br B g
Davenport
3 HUFLOWER (FR) (175) 211/5F4-
Now
Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Bonny River (IRE)
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Br Jacques Cypres Swansway, Smartplanner
Br Niall
Br Mrs
Br Br P.
Br Menir La
Mr Geoff Barfoot-Saunt Good Days Racing Tracey Barfoot-Saunt, Wotton-under-Edge Br Br Philip Rothwell
Henry Brooke S. Beetham
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth foal, dam, ran once over hurdles, half-sister to bumper winner/useful 2m hurdle winner In The Forge. Off mark in points at seventh attempt last time (May 2). TFRHHHII BHA
with Donnie Azoff
Br B
KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER Br Br Br Br BrBr 16 FIFTH RACE 3.10 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE VANDEMOORTELE WORCESTER “SHAPING A TASTY FUTURE” MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Total race value £9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Br S.A.S. Elmina Morson Group
Harry Whittington, Sparsholt Webbswood
WINTERWATCH has produced a career-best effort on the level since he last raced over hurdles there’s surely scope for better in this sphere. Similar comments apply to King Ottokar as a hurdler threat, another to (64) 11-4
2 HOLD YOUR FORT (IRE) (133) 660/43-1
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests following a break when runner-up in 2m Bangor novice in February. Disappointing since so questions to answer until he finishes a race off. TFRHHHII BHA107 DONN (IRE) (30) 2/040-54
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed all 3 starts in bumpers in 2020 but disappointed on hurdles bow November of that year. Missed all of 2021 but much more like it when runner-up at Stratford in July, collared late on. TFRHHHHI BHA107
5 MONTE
consider. 1-2-3: 1.WINTERWATCH (GER) 2.KING OTTOKAR (FR) 3.DONNIE AZOFF (IRE) colours no horse age st lb 1 DONNIE AZOFF (IRE)
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn J. Reynolds Betvictor
5 11-4 g Cokoriko (FR) - Petite Nany (FR)
6 SHUIL
du Mathan in
2334/-2 6
Br A
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards in bumpers but a bit more like it second start over hurdles when fourth at Perth last month. needs build on that.
Br B
Sam Twiston-Davies D. W.
6 11-4 g El Salvador (IRE) - Spirit of Youth (IRE)
and he is a big
Br B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Baladala Reconce (FR)
4 KING OTTOKAR (FR) (212) 0-
TFRHHHII BHA 4 11-2
Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Br Hennessy Coulthursts Ltd
Br Mrs
Gavin Sheehan
Br Mr
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam 17f winner on Flat in France. Little impact on Flat in France but first form over hurdles when 9 3/4 lengths third of 13 to Sangho minor event at Machecoul last time, leading before fifth till approaching last. Has left K. Herzog. TFRHHHII BHA
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6 11-4 Arctic Cosmos (USA) Shuil Dubh (IRE)
Br Br Mr Joel Denis
9 ELUSIVE ARTIST (IRE) (51) 6P-
TFRHIIII BHA
KING OTTOKAR: Following its run on 12/2/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.
Br Mr Richard Weeks Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Br Br Lech Breeding Ltd Junction 24 Ltd
Sean Houlihan
Br
Mr B. V. Lund Ben Lund, Bridgwater
Jonathan Burke
Harry Fry, Corscombe Br Br Gestut Etzean Citipost
TIMEFORM VIEW €30,000 3-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler (stays 25f) Hometown Boy. No impact on hurdles debut 12 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA
11 IMPERIAL SENORITA (IRE) (26) U-40P00
6 10-11
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 4 winners, including fair hurdler/useful chaser Ronava and useful 3m chase winner Dubai Quest. Maiden Irish pointer and offered little over hurdles. TFRHIIII BHA
Ben Ffrench Davis (7) Debestracing William de Best-Turner, Lambourn Br Br The Spanish Connection
WINTERWATCH (GER) (49) U42- 4 11-2
13 TIME TO BURN (IRE) (13) UU 4 10-9
Br KHDRP
8
Br
B g Lord of England (GER) - Wildlife Lodge (GER)
4 11-2
Br Dolan-Abrahams, Jago and Allhusen.
Br The Regal Eagles Max Young, Droitwich Br Br Mr Richard Cotter
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Lady Pimpernel
Br
Br
David Noonan
TFRHIIII BHA
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner. Showed a bit on hurdles debut for new yard at Cheltenham in December but pulled up at Kempton later that month and more recent efforts on the level hardly inspiring. TFRHHHII BHA
Br
Stewards Note:
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BUMPY EVANS (IRE) (12) 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat, stays 1 1/2m. Unseated rider both starts over hurdles. Tongue tie added to hood.
Br Ballylinch Stud Mill House Racing Limited
Micheal Nolan
10
Ch g Ocovango - Gaye Native (IRE)
4 11-2
7 10-11 B m Tiger Groom - Maylan (IRE)
2021: LUTTRELL LAD (IRE) 5 11 4 Tom O’Brien 1-4 (Philip Hobbs) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Br
Br
Charlie Hammond
Br Kingswood Manor Bloodstock
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Br
B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Wholesome (USA)
Br
Br B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Longueville Quest (IRE)
12 TIGER PRINT (GB) (213) 0P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Of little account on the Flat and showed nothing sent hurdling.
MONTE IGUELDO: Following its run on 21/4/2022 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Winterwatch (GER), 9-2 King Ottokar (FR), 6-1 Donnie Azoff (IRE), 13-2 Huflower (FR), 8-1 Bahtiyar (FR), 14-1 Monte Igueldo (FR), 16-1 Hold Your Fort (IRE), 18-1 Shuil Donn (IRE), Elusive Artist (IRE), 100-1 Bumpy Evans (IRE), 300-1 Imperial Senorita (IRE), Tiger Print (GB), Time To Burn (IRE)
TIMEFORM VIEW Jumped a bit better when runner-up at Taunton in March and better than ever when adding to tally on the level at Kempton in March. Well held in a good-quality handicap a month later but should have more to offer as a hurdler. TFRHHHHH BHA108
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Often referred to as the “life and soul of the party”, Ann embraced the fun in all that she did.
Ann was a lover of horses, taking her children on riding holidays. Later, when her son Anthony bought a racehorse, it was natural that she loved going to watch him race and visit the yard to see him train or feed him a carrot in the field.
Sorely missed by all who knew her, Ann will always be remembered with a fond smile
10/05/47 - 03/07/21
IN CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE OF ANN HITCHINGS
Ann was a wonderfully happy person whose love for life was infectious.
Br Barran
6 11-5 (in 7lb ex)
Cillin Leonard (5)
Brian Hughes Mr A. Whelan
Total race value £9300 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56)
7 11-8
TIMEFORM VIEW Registered a first success for his present yard in 3m handicap hurdle at Southwell in June. Still low mileage, so he’s firmly in the mix afer a break despite a 4lb rise. TFRHHHHI BHA114
Ch g Kamsin (GER) - Lady Jacamira (GER)
Br B
David Pipe, Wellington Br Gestut Karlshof W & S Recycling
Br B g
TFRHHHII BHA109
Br Mr J. H. Graham Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Br Br Mr Brian Tormey, Coulthursts Ltd
Ch g Coach House (IRE) - Upton Seas
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Colm Hearne
5 LADYKILLER (GER) (5) 40F4-21 D
Br
Paul O’Brien
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Br Br James Ryan Merribelle Stable Llc
Br
Br Br
Br
2 OSCAR MONTEL (IRE) (26) 4-61522 CD BF
Br
6 11-5
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (32 wins from 162 runners, 20%) runs TED’S FRIEND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (5 wins from 9 runners, 56%) runs NO FIXED CHARGES LONGEST TRAVELLER: LADYKILLER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 116 miles.
3 MOTION IN LIMINE (IRE) (98) 1324-31
6 TED’S
7 NO FIXED CHARGES (IRE) (30) 32-6225 D
7
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 3m hurdles winner for Gordon Elliott who has posted two solid placed efforts for new yard in 23f Worcester novice chase and 23f handicap hurdle at Market Rasen. Needs considering.
6 11-4 g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock Max Kendrick Carolyn Kendrick
B g Oscar (IRE) - Montel Girl (IRE)
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy bresbet ltd
8 11-11
B g Court Cave (IRE) - My Memory (IRE)
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Soniadoir (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA120
A case can be made for a few of these but LADYKILLER got off the mark in this sphere at Uttoxeter with a bit left in the tank so this one-time smart German Flat winner is taken to defy a 7lb penalty. Motion In Limine also gained his breakthrough hurdles success last time out at Southwell and could have more to offer after a break so is feared most ahead of in-form duo Ted’s Friend and Wall of Fame. OF FAME (IRE) (30) 164-U32 12-0 Fame Glory - Sanadja (IRE)
Br
Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Br Br Mr E. A. Brook Wasdell Group
1-2-3: 1.LADYKILLER (GER) 2.MOTION IN LIMINE (IRE) 3.TED’S FRIEND (IRE) colours no horse age st lb 1 WALL
Br
Br Mr Nigel Wilks
TFRHHHII BHA117
Tom Scudamore Prof. Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew
TIMEFORM VIEW In decent form without winning this summer until only fifth of six in 23f handicap at Market Rasen 30 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
4 CAWTHORNE LAD (GB) (57) 0/1633-3
Sam Twiston-Davies Cresswell Hearne Parrish
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 23f chase winner here who arrives on back of good second in handicap chase there 26 days ago. Much respected now switched to hurdles.
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 21f Stratford chase last autumn. Off 4 months, creditable third of 5 there 57 days ago. Also placed twice over hurdles inbetween so he can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII BHA111
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart winner on the Flat in Germany who opened his account over hurdles (tongue tied) in 23f Uttoxeter handicap 5 days ago with something to spare. Weighted to go close under a 7lb penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA104 FRIEND (IRE) (45) 02-3344
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who got back on track after an unsuccessful stint chasing when fourth of 12 in handicap at Bangor (2m4f) 45 days ago. That form has been franked so he’s one to consider. TFRHHHHI BHA110
Br
Br Robert Aplin & Stratford Racecourse 2
7 11-3
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Br Br Butlersgrove Stud Proactive Personnel Limited
KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER 20 SIXTH RACE 3.40 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE ANN HITCHINGS MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
Br Mrs
And
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Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Ladykiller (GER), 9-2 Motion In Limine (IRE), 5-1 Wall of Fame (IRE), 15-2 Oscar Montel (IRE), Cawthorne Lad (GB), Ted’s Friend (IRE), No Fixed Charges (IRE), 40-1 Debden Bank (GB)
8-1
10-1
8 DEBDEN BANK (GB) (21) P1-P304 CD 8 10-8 Br B g Cacique (IRE) - Rose Row James Best Br Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 6 Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Br Br Cotswold Stud Fbc Manby Bowdler TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time chase winner last season, including here, but he’s been below par on his last two starts in 23f Uttoxeter handicap hurdle and 2m4f Stratford handicap chase. Others appeal more. TFRHHIII BHA100 2021: PUSH THE TEMPO (IRE) 8 12 0 Tom O’Brien 4-1 (Robert Stephens) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 8.
Being born and living in Worcester all of his life, Rich was well known at Worcester Racecourse working on the North Gate for many years and attending race meetings.
Rich was a true gentleman and was well respected. He would help any person in any way he could.
Rich is always in the thoughts of all of his family, especially when they are here at Worcester Racecourse. Remembered with a smile.
IN CELEBRATION OF THE 13/04/40 - 08/05/16
Rich was an avid sports fan, enjoying all sports but had a particular love for horse racing.
LIFE OF RICHARD HITCHINGS ‘RICH’
Br
TFRHHHII BHA96
Br Ch m Sholokhov (IRE) - Sorivera
Br
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (32 wins from 162 runners, 20%) runs REBEL ROXY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (5 wins from 9 runners, 56%) runs SEVENOFUS LONGEST TRAVELLER: LONE STAR trained by P Kirby, Richmond, 181 miles.
Nick Slatter (5) Mr Ian Slatter
3 GOLD WING (GB) (48) 33
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Br
2
Br
4 11-2 Lady Kadina (IRE)
Ross Chapman John Cornforth And Peter Rawcliffe
Br Dalwhinnie Bloodstock
542F0-0
Br
Philip Kirby, Richmond Br R. Johnson
TFRHHHII BHA83
Br B f Court Cave (IRE) -
1-2-3: 1.GOLD WING 2.SIMPLY RED 3.LONE STAR colours no horse age st lb 1 SIMPLY RED (GB) (16) 122212 D BF 4 12-0 Br Ch f Proconsul
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to better modest form but she’s from a good jumps family and it’s still relatively early days in her career for a leading stable.
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and third in a pair of 2m maiden hurdles this summer. Moves up in trip for handicap debut. Potential improver.
Merribelle Stable Llc
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Br Proactive Personnel Limited
5 10-13
in
6 LADY
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of Bangor wins since joining Donald McCain, the latter in August. Creditable second of 6 in handicap at Cartmel 16 days ago. Likely to be in the shake-up again.
5 11-3
TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted at ability but well held in 2 handicaps in the spring. Needs to return from a break with an improved performance. TFRHHIII BHA89
Sean Bowen
7 IF I SAY
Br Merriebelle Irish Farm Limited
Br Billington,Bolingbroke,MerseyRacing,Kent
5
Bradley Roberts (7)
TFRHHIII BHA89 (IRE) (121)
Br Mr Eamon Devlin
Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing
Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest Br
Total race value £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3422, 2nd £1711, 3rd £855, 4th £428, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £4465.72) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
4 CALL BLUE (GB) (127) 06406-0
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Br Cathal Ennis
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br Br Walters Plant Hire Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No better than modest form over hurdles to date and was beaten convincingly in a handicap at Ffos Las when last seen in June. Early days but others are more convincing.
Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies
4 11-10
Br
Br B f Golden Horn - Aviacion (BRZ)
6 11-12
Br Kieran Magee
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Safari Run (IRE)
Br B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Wandering Star (IRE)
5 11-5
TFRHHHHH BHA97
Mitchell Bastyan Mr Nic Allen Milton Harris, Warminster Br Br Godolphin bresbet ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who improved when second in a Hereford novice last November. No impact in both completed handicaps the spring but returns from a break with her yard in good form.
REBEL ROXY (IRE) (26) 2333-44
KEY Owner Br Breeding Br Breeder Br Jockey Br Trainer Br Sponsor Br RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER 24 SEVENTH RACE 4.10 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES THE RICHARD HITCHINGS MEMORIAL MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Sam Twiston-Davies
Br
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown a bit in bumpers/hurdles, including shaping quite well in a Cartmel handicap last time, fading after making a big move into contention. Eased another 2lb and not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA87 SAMSON (IRE) (88) 0-245
TFRHHHHI BHA101
Br J Iddon & Assoc
In a race where few arrive with compelling claims the vote goes to the Milton Harris handicap newcomer GOLD WING, who leaves the impression she could do better in this sphere. Simply Red has a very solid record this season and is feared most. The smooth forward move that Lone Star made at Cartmel last time suggests she could yet have a bigger performance in her so she’s also on the shortlist. - Ssafa Peter Kavanagh (5)
LONE STAR (GB) (14) 453-565
B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)
11
9
TFRHHIII BHA70 LAST YEAR
Tom Scudamore
Br B m Mahler - Mayo Mystique (IRE)
TIMEFORM VIEW Little in the way of solid form and beaten a long way on her C&D handicap debut in July. Cheekpieces worn on that occasion quickly discarded.
6 10-6
Toby Wynne (7) The Malpas Syndicate
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Br Yorton Farm Stud Swansway, Smartplanner
B m Yeats (IRE) - Gortnagowna (IRE)
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner and placed in handicap hurdles on her last 3 outings, including C&D. Ought to be competitive again.
Br Br
Br
Br B m Multiplex - Do It On Dani Henry Brooke Perthy Partnership
TRE A PENI (GB) (20) 0-35050
10
Br
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S. V. Parry Swansway, Smartplanner
2021:NO CORRESPONDING RACE
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form, including failing to make a significant impact in 5 handicap starts this season. Others are preferred again.
SCEALOGHAN (IRE) (53) PPP-345
SEVENOFUS (IRE) (28) 0002-33
Carroll Gray, Bridgwater Br Mr Thomas Moran SPARKS TRANSPORT
6 10-6
TIMEFORM VIEW No promise in a trio of maiden/novice hurdles in the spring. More realistic chance now handicapping but it’s hard to make a case for her on form.
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note: CALL BLUE: Following its run on 8/5/2022 it was reported that the horse hung badly left handed. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Simply Red (GB), 9-2 Gold Wing (GB), 11-2 Sevenofus (IRE), 17-2 If I Say (IRE), 12-1 Lady Samson (IRE), 14-1 Lone Star (GB), 16-1 Rebel Roxy (IRE), Call Blue (GB), 20-1 Scealoghan (IRE), 22-1 Tre A Peni (GB), 28-1 Well Done Dani (GB) RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH 25 SEVENRACE
Br
Br B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Cerise Bleue (FR)
5 10-2
TFRHHHII BHA76
8 WELL DONE DANI (GB) (121) P0-0
5 10-11
TFRHHIII BHA76
Br
Br Riverdance Consortium 3
Philip Armson (5)
Br Tim & Liz Heal Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Br Br Mrs Karen Hannon
TFRHHIII BHA81
Br The
HER
MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II 1926 - 2022
It was with deep sorrow that we learnt of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
On behalf of everyone at Worcester Racecourse, we send our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the entire Royal Family for their loss.
RACE CONDITIONS
Seventh Race 4.10 - THE RICHARD HITCHINGS MEMORIAL MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4465 to the winning horse The second to receive £2057, the third £1028, the fourth £514, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 6th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 10th. Penalties, after September 3rd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. ANTHONY HITCHINGS has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, he will give a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries at £41. - Closed September 6th, 2022.
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3422; Second £1711; Third £855; Fourth £428; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4465.72) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Sixth Race 3.40 - THE ANN HITCHINGS MEMORIAL 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. September 10th. Penalties, after September 3rd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. ANTHONY HITCHINGS has kindly sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner A prize will also be given to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 13 entries at £43.Closed September 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.10 - THE VANDEMOORTELE WORCESTER “SHAPING A TASTY FUTURE” MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 6th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. VANDEMOORTELE WORCESTER have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento 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. 24 entries at £45. - Closed September 6th, 2022.
PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, 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 11 entries, 2 at £22 and 9 at £110. - Closed September 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9181; Second £4591; Third £2295; Fourth £1148. (Penalty Value £11981.20)
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Third Race 2.05 - THE WORTHINGTON’S PRE-TRAINING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11981 to the winning horse The second to receive £5519, the third £2758 and the fourth £1381. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150. £110 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £88 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 10th. Penalties, after September 3rd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BILLY WORTHINGTON has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner A prize will also be given to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race
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Fourth Race 2.40 - THE WORTHINGTON’S PRE-TRAINING OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (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 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, September 6th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. BILLY WORTHINGTON has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, he will give a prize to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 14 entries at £24. - Closed September 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
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Second Race 1.30 - THE WORTHINGTON’S PRE-TRAINING NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8277 to the winning horse The second to receive £3813, the third £1906, the fourth £954 and the fifth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £76 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £61 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 10th. Penalties, after September 3rd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BILLY WORTHINGTON has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, the will give a prize to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 6 entries at £76. - Closed September 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6343; Second £3172; Third £1585; Fourth £793; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £8277.92)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
First Race 1.00 - THE BILLY WORTHINGTON CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003, the fourth £502, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £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, September 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 10th. Penalties, after September 3rd, 2022, for each steeple chase 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 September 9th, 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. BILLY WORTHINGTON has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, he will give a prize to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £40. - Closed September 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) A SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
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