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WELCOME BACK TO WORCESTER RACECOURSE FOR WHAT IS A RATHER UNEXPECTED ADDITIONAL FIXTURE TO OUR 2026 SEASON! Having thought we had said our final goodbyes for the year, we are delighted to be welcoming everyone back for another afternoon of racing. We have two pony races to kick off the day, before the horses take to the track for an afternoon of competitive racing. We would like to wish all owners, trainers, jockeys and connections the very best of luck throughout the day. We would also like to say a big thank you to our valued sponsors, CopyBet, PJ Nicholls and FBC Manby Bowdler, for their continued support. Finally, thank you to everyone who has joined us for this unexpected extra fixture. We hope you all have a wonderful day’s racing and thoroughly enjoy being back with us at Worcester Racecourse! Michael Thomas General Manager
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First Aid The First Aid Room is located at the top end of the Pre-Parade Ring. General Although everyone is welcome at Worcester Racecourse, we do reserve the right, in extreme circumstances, either to refuse admission or to eject any person from the racecourse. Horse & Jockey Welfare at Worcester Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage. Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse. The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital.
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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
colour graphic
horse’s name
horse’s saddlecloth number
No.ofdays sincelastran
birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
form guide previous performances /=new season -=new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C=course winner D=distance winner age CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite
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B g Winged Love (IRE) - La Fandango (IRE) Andrew Tinkler Atlantic Equine Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Michael Slevin Novae Management Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of smart form over fences last season and made most of 2 good opportunities back over hurdles in May. This a lot harder but still the one to beat. TFRHHHHI BHA135 KEY
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Star Ratings Explained Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race. HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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The Dragon TV and Film Studios Pony Race Final 138cm & Under 11.10am 7f Pony Name
Rider
1
Gold Rush
Daisy Walker
2
The Gentle Touch
3
Bombay Moonstone
Charlie Chalmers
4
Little Galway Girl
Neive O’Sullivan
12
5
Dance Alone
Sam Crowley
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Min Weight: 9st 7lbs gelding Pony Age: 6 Height: 138 Form: 1,1,1,1,1,1 Colours: Pink, Pink Sleeves, Purple Hooped, Pink Cap, Purple Hooped
Charlie Harrison-Gigney
Min Weight: 9st 1lb mare Pony Age:13 Height: 138 Form: 1,4 Colours: White, Royal Blue Star, White sleeves, White Cap, Royal Blue Star
Min Weight: 8st 7lbs gelding Pony Age: 17 Height: 138 Form: 1,4,2,2,2,9,4 Colours: Navy Blue, White Star, Navy Blue Sleeves, Navy Blue Cap, White Star
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12
Colour: Bay
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Colour: Bay
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Colour: Bay
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare Pony Age: 12 Colour: Bay Height: 137 Form: 2,5,2,2,1,3,3,3,2 Colours: Emerald Green, Orange Stars, White Sleeves, Emerald Green Hooped, White Cap, Orange Stars
Min Weight: 7st 13lbs gelding Pony Age: 8 Colour: Grey Height: 138 Form: 2,2,1 Colours: Royal Blue, White Epaulets, Royal Blue Sleeves, White and blue striped cap
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The Harry Skelton Conditions Final 148cm & Under 11.30am 1m1f Pony Name
Rider
Age
1
Bohemian Belle
Lola Moore
15
2
Notimeforbullies
Emilia Dewar
14
3
Liscuib Twilight
Tallulah Edmunds
4
Leiter Lad
Faith Campbell
13
5
Petit De Beaute
Alice Leadbetter
14
6
Scenic Snow
7
Mag Earle
Grace Patel
8
Tiny Dancer
India Rigg
9
Norolim Arwen
Min Weight: 9st 2lbs mare Pony Age: 6 Colour: Bay Height: 147 Form: 6,1,2,3,1 Colours: Beige, Purple Hoops, Beige Sleeves, Purple Hooped, White Cap, purple hooped
Min Weight: 9st 2lbs mare Pony Age: 2019 Colour: Bay Height: 148 Form: 1,1,9 Colours: Light Blue, Pink Epaulets, Light Blue Sleeves, Light Blue Cap, Light Blue Star
Min Weight: 8st 8lbs mare Pony Age: 2020 Height: 147 Form: 3,3,2,2,3 Colours: Grey, White Stars, White Sleeves, Grey Cap, White Stars
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Colour: Grey
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs gelding Pony Age: 2019 Colour: Bay Height: 148 Form: 3,7,2 Colours: Navy Blue, Yellow quartered, Navy Blue Sleeves, Yellow Striped, Navy Blue Cap, Yellow Quartered
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare Pony Age: 2016 Colour: Bay Height: 147 Form: 3,5 Colours: Red, White Triple Diamond, Red Sleeves, White Spots, Light Blue Cap, Royal Blue Striped
Jacob Lloyd-Hughes
Min Weight: 8st mare Pony Age: 2018 Height: 144.5 Form: 2,4,6,4 Colours: Gold, Black Star, Black Sleeves, Gold Stars, Black Cap, Gold Stars
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Colour: Bay
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Min Weight: 8st mare Pony Age: 2011 Colour: Bay Height: 147 Form: 4,3 Colours: Dark Green, Yellow Stripes, Dark Green Sleeves, Yellow Striped, Dark Green Cap, Yellow Striped
Min Weight: 8st mare Pony Age: 2009 Height: 148 Form: 7,5,4,6,6 Colours: Purple, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Stars, Royal Blue Cap, White Stars
Memphis Tacy
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Colour: Bay
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Min Weight: 8st mare Pony Age: 2020 Colour: Bay Height: 148 Form: 6,2,6 Colours: Royal Blue, Emerald Green Hoops, Royal Blue Sleeves, Royal Blue Cap, Emerald Green Quartered
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FIRST RACE 12.10 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET FOR PREMIER LEAGUE PROFIT BOOSTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (39 wins from 213 runners, 18%) runs IN THE AGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 78 runners, 21%) runs IN THE AGE LONGEST TRAVELLER: LE SOLEIL REVE trained by J Williams, South Molton, 141 miles. RACE SUMMARY Preference is for MOSSY FEN COOLIO, who looks on a good opening mark for his first crack at chasing and hails from a yard in flying form. Jukebox King, Grand Garcon and In The Age make up the shortlist in what should prove a highly informative opener. 1-2-3: 1.MOSSY FEN COOLIO 2.JUKEBOX KING (IRE) 3.GRAND GARCON KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
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age
st lb
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GRAND GARCON (GB) (226) 2/3P4-
6
12-2
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Urticaire (FR) The Queen Bees Br Goldford Stud
Lorcan Williams Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
2
6
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise when runner-up in a Chepstow bumper last year and posted best effort over hurdles when good fourth of 8 in novice at Newbury 7 months ago. Built for this discipline and is one to consider on chase debut. TFRHHHHI BHA112
IN THE AGE (FR) (25) 53124-5
12-2
B or Br g Saint des Saints (FR) - Vintage (FR) Tristan Durrell Nick & Bo Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Haras Du Hoguenet & Mr Gilles Le Baron The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW £100,000 point winner (also fairly useful in bumpers) who was successful in Catterick novice hurdle last season. Wasn’t seen to best effect when fifth of 6 in handicap over C&D (good to soft, 11/4) on debut over fences 25 days ago and likely has more to offer yet. TFRHHHII BHA112
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MOSSY FEN COOLIO (GB) (203) 1/424-
B g Kayf Tara - Little Acorn Brook Farm Bloodstock Br Andy Measham
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12-0
Richie McLernon Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made encouraging start under Rules earlier this year, making the frame in maidens at Wincanton and Bangor. Not at same level on final outing at Ffos Las but looks on a fair mark for his handicap chase debut and his yard remains in fine form. TFRHHHHH BHA110
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FIVE BAR GATE (IRE) (237) 1/61522-
6
B g Gatewood - Dreaming On (IRE) Bristow and Flower Br Pat Whelan & John Whelan
12-0
Jack Tudor Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEW Point bumper winner who also won a Rules bumper at Plumpton in December. Fair form in a trio of hurdles earlier this year and warrants respect on switch to chasing. TFRHHHII BHA110
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LASKO DES OBEAUX (FR) (237) 2/2336-
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Shifra (FR) Martin Broughton & Friends 3 Br E.A.R.L. Les Obeaux D’Anjou Et al
5
12-0
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive point purchase whose best Rules effort came when runner-up at Chepstow on hurdles debut this time last year. Better expected in this sphere but yard has been quiet this autumn. TFRHHIII BHA110
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JUKEBOX KING (IRE) (214) 1/4442-
B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Milanese View (IRE) RC Syndicate XVII Br M. & V. Bohan
6 11-13
Jonathan Burke Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham racingclub.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who ran well over hurdles last season, ending campaign with creditable second of 8 in handicap at Wincanton in April. Likely type for chasing and is one for the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA109
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LE SOLEIL REVE (FR) (25) 1/3220-6
B g Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) Jakeman,Chapman,Mason,Roberts & Morton Br Sca La Perigne, Ecurie Du Chene, Roger-Y
5 11-13
Ciaran Gethings Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a good start over hurdles and placed 3 times at up to 2 1/2m last season. However, finished well beaten on chase debut at this course last month. TFRHIIII BHA109 10
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KEEP STAR (FR) (536) 4F050/1-
6 11-11
B g Balko (FR) - Taguy Star (FR) Somerset Racing Br Mr T. Vigneron & Messrs M. & L. Lochin
Rian Corcoran (5) David Pipe, Wellington W & S Recycling
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6 11-11
UP TO TRIX (GB) (230) 4/24322-
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Box of Trix (IRE) Mrs Samantha Dunn Br Aiden Murphy
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
10
7
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in an Irish point and made the frame in all 4 starts over hurdles last season, including when creditable second of 8 in handicap at Ffos Las (2 1/2m, heavy) in March. Another interesting chase newcomer. TFRHHHII BHA107
WINDSURFER (GB) (257) 104332- D
B g Getaway (GER) - Baby Shine (IRE) Lady Jane Grosvenor Br Whitley Stud
11-9
Mr Charlie Case (7) Ben Case, Banbury David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice a winner over hurdles who posted his best effort in this sphere when very good second of 6 in handicap chase at Market Rasen in February. Not seen since, though, and faces plenty of less exposed types here. TFRHHIII BHA105
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LEXIE’S MOON (GB) (281) 304/622-
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Tiger Line The Lexie’s Moon Syndicate Br Mrs S. C. Welch
8
11-9
Bryan Carver Laura Horsfall, Towcester Abacus Securities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by testing conditions and posted best effort over hurdles when good second of 5 in handicap at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) in January. Has plenty on her plate starting out chasing here, however. TFRHHIII BHA105
12
KASTELLION (FR) (194) 646343-
B g Pastorius (GER) - Dahlia d’Arthel (FR) Mr & Mrs Mark Laws Br M.L. Bloodstock Ltd
6
11-5
Charlie Deutsch Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Acton At Morville
TIMEFORMVIEWSecond on sole start in Irish points last spring and largely acquitted himself well over hurdles last season, finding a little improvement when creditable third of 12 in handicap at Ffos Las (3m, good) in April. Will need more to figure on chase debut here, however. TFRHHIII BHA101
13
JOYAU ALLEN (FR) (217) 2//P0036-
Ch g Muhtathir - Reaction (FR) Mrs Johnny de la Hey Br Mr Bruno Vagne
7
11-3
Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWBrother to high-class hurdler/chaser Envoi Allen. Clearly been a fragile sort since his bumper days and rarely threatened over hurdles for Paul Nicholls last term but joined Jamie Snowden ahead of chase debut and yard is 5 from 18 with stable-switchers since start of last season. TFRHHHII BHA99
14
GALEFORCECHOPPER (GB) (20) 6013P0 C
5
10-8
Br m Jet Away - Gale Force Lucey (IRE) Close The Deal Syndicate Br Phil & Jan Mathias
Lewis Stones (3) David Brace, Bridgend
15
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 2m course maiden hurdle in September but has run below-par over fences twice since. Readily opposed. TFRHIIII BHA90
DYNAMITE DEFENSE (IRE) (20) 6U3P53
B g National Defense - Misscomplacent Mr Keith Stait Br Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd
10-2
James Best Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster Js Sports UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner on Flat but yet to score over jumps and faces a stiff task from 12lb out of the handicap here. TFRHIIII BHA72 2025:NO CORRESPONDING MEETING LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 15 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 15. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Stewards Note: KASTELLION: Following its run on 21/4/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Jukebox King (IRE), 8-1 Up To Trix (GB), 9-1 Grand Garcon (GB), Mossy Fen Coolio (GB), 10-1 In The Age (FR), 11-1 Five Bar Gate (IRE), 12-1 Joyau Allen (FR), 14-1 Keep Star (FR), 16-1 Lasko des Obeaux(FR), Kastellion (FR), 25-1 Windsurfer (GB), Lexie’s Moon (GB), 33-1 Le Soleil Reve (FR), 66-1 Dynamite Defense (IRE), 100-1 Galeforcechopper (GB)
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IMPORTANT NOTICE The Management accepts no liability whatsoever for bodily injury or loss or damage to property, no matter how caused.
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RACE ONE
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in France including when taking 16-runner handicap hurdle at Compiegne 17 months ago. Not seen since, however, and market should prove best guide to claims on chase debut for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA107
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SECOND RACE 12.45 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET SUPPORT SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £12850 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5190, 2nd £2594, 3rd £1298, 4th £649, 5th £324. (Penalty Value £6786.08) Weights lowered 4lb.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (39 wins from 213 runners, 18%) runs BROOMFIELD ADERRA AND SARACEN BEAU TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 78 runners, 21%) runs BROOMFIELD ADERRA AND SARACEN BEAU LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE BURREN MAN trained by H Derham, Newbury, 112 miles. RACE SUMMARY There’s a feeling at least one of the several unexposed sorts in this line-up will come to the fore, with Olly Murphy’s KINGS CHAMPION top of the list. Dan Skelton pair Saracen Beau (a new recruit for the stable) and Broomfield Aderra appeal as likely improvers on their second chase starts. The Dog Thief and High Tea are other interesting additions to the chase ranks. 1-2-3: 1.KINGS CHAMPION (FR) 2.SARACEN BEAU (IRE) 3.BROOMFIELD ADERRA (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
1
SARACEN BEAU (IRE) (176) P3/231-P BF
7 11-12
st lb
Gr g Mount Nelson - Caroline Fontenail (IRE) Kielan Woods Mr Anthony Peter Fowler Dan Skelton, Alcester Br James Reeves Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 7-y-o who easily doubled his hurdle tally at Doncaster in March. Pulled up in Hexham handicap hurdle in May (final start for Nicky Richards) but very much the type to revive for excellent new yard having had a breathing operation. Promising second in his previous chase. TFRHHHHI BHA127
2
ONEWAYWEST (IRE) (185) 11F20-P D
7 11-11
B g Westerner - Onewayortheother (IRE) The Parallel Lines Partnership Br Donal Kenneally
Elliott England (7) Ben Pauling, Naunton BetPro IQ Limited
3
7
TIMEFORM VIEW Reappeared with hurdle wins at Warwick and Wetherby last November. Lost his way in the spring but his record at this time last year means it would be no surprise were he to revive after a break. Makes chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA126
IRANDANDO HAS (FR) (200) 2///121P-
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Irostare (FR) The Late John Hales and Miss L Hales Br Scea Hamel Stud
11-9
Toby Wynne Sam Allwood, Whitchurch Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden/novice hurdle winner. Made a disappointing start to his handicap career in a hurdle TFRHHHII BHA124 at Haydock in the spring but he’s clearly better than that. Goes chasing after 6 months off.
4
KINGS CHAMPION (FR) (194) 3/3123- D
6
11-9
Bl g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Joly Nelsa (FR) Neil Smith & Alfie Smith Br Mr Philippe Thiriet & Mr Jacques Cypres
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
5
7
TIMEFORM VIEW Strong novice hurdle form last season, notably his second to Talk To The Man, who made a winning chase debut here recently. Very interesting handicap chase newcomer. TFRHHHHH BHA124
CAPTAIN BELLAMY (GB) (226) D2/5262-
11-9
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Himitas (FR) Freddie Gordon Mrs Johnny de la Hey Chris Gordon, Winchester Br R. W. Russell Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner and first past the post over hurdles. Fairly useful form when runner-up in a couple of 2 3/4m Newbury handicap chases for Paul Nicholls last season. Returns under the care of a new trainer. TFRHHHII BHA124
6
CLODDERS DREAM (GB) (310) P/FPPP0- D
Gr g Martaline - Theatre Girl Mr Ed Mulligan Br Goldford Stud
8
11-7
Freddie Mitchell (3) Max Comley, Sutton Veny
TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way for Gordon Elliott in the second half of 2025, including pulled up on chase debut when last seen in December. Has had a breathing operation ahead of return for new stable. Likely he’s best watched. TFRHHIII BHA122
7
IDALKO BIHOUE (FR) (645) 165/050/- CD
8
11-7
Br g Balko (FR) - Vann Bihouee (FR) Toby McCain-Mitchell (3) Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br Bernard Crossouard & Pascal Bodenes Courtiers Investment Services Limited, Courtiers Group Holdings Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly raced since opening account over fences at Cheltenham in autumn 2023 but has been cut some slack by the handicapper and his stable’s good form provides hope that he’ll be ready to do himself justice after an absence. Betting informative. TFRHHHII BHA122 14
8
THE DOG THIEF (IRE) (191) 1211- D
6
B g Califet (FR) - Joint Reaction (IRE) Mrs M. Devine Br Sean Murphy
11-7
Jack Andrews Tom Ellis, Rugby Castlebridge Risk Solutions
TIMEFORMVIEW Winning pointer who took very well to hurdling earlier in the year, winning a Market Rasen and Perth handicap around 2 1/2m. This point winner is the sort to do at least as well over fences but he returns in a deep race. TFRHHHHI BHA122
9
MON CHAMPION (FR) (219) 61F010-
6
11-7
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Promets Moi (FR) Ferguson, Geoghegan, Mason, McNeill Br Jean-Marc Baudrelle
Freddie Gingell Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
10
8
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-French hurdler who won a pair of handicap chases last winter. Flopped back at Fontwell on final start. With a leading stable but likely vulnerable to some of the unexposed sorts in this line-up on reappearance. TFRHHIII BHA122
11-6
Oscar Palmer (7) Richard Hobson, Little Rissington LAP Electrical Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Revitalised by visor when adding to his tally over fences at Doncaster (3m) last winter. Also runner-up twice in the spring but pulled up at Haydock on final start. Off 6 months. TFRHHIII BHA121
11
HAPPY AND FINE (FR) (204) 41UPU4- D
B g Balko (FR) - Richona (FR) L Cross, S Cross & J Fitzpatrick Br Mrs P. Souverain & Mr A. de Boisbrunet
9
11-5
Bryan Carver Alex Hales, Edgecote Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a losing run at Warwick (3m) last December. Failed to complete on next 3 outings but ended his season with a creditable fourth at Chepstow (3m, good) in April. Has won when fresh before and his stable is going well. TFRHHHHI BHA120
12
BROOMFIELD ADERRA (IRE) (20) 31351-5
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Back To Loughadera (IRE) Mr Ray Fitzgerald Br J. J. Harty
6
11-4
Tristan Durrell Dan Skelton, Alcester
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful dual hurdles winner last season. Ran below that level when fifth of 7 on C&D chase debut/reappearance 3 weeks ago but she’s in top hands and could prove a different proposition with that outing behind her. TFRHHHHI BHA119
13
HIGH TEA (IRE) (278) 4/641F6-
7
B g Mount Nelson - Thanks For Tea (IRE) Park View Br Edmond Kent
11-2
Ciaran Gethings Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap hurdle winner last winter and a point success at the start of his career provides the hope that this low-mileage 6-y-o may do even better now chasing. Stable among the winners. TFRHHHII BHA117
14
THE BURREN MAN (GB) (288) 214-
B g Maxios - Ryme Bere (FR) Smash Racing Br Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd
5
11-2
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW €180,000 purchase after finishing second in an Irish point. Won first of 2 outings in novice hurdles last winter. Appeals as the sort who could go well in handicap chases this season but stable a bit slow to get going this autumn. TFRHHHII BHA117 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Hood worn first time by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10, 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1, 6. Stewards Note: SARACEN BEAU: Following its run on 9/5/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. THE BURREN MAN: Following its run on 17/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Broomfield Aderra (IRE), 6-1 Kings Champion (FR), 17-2 The Dog Thief (IRE), 9-1 Saracen Beau (IRE), Captain Bellamy (GB), 11-1 The Burren Man (GB), 12-1 High Tea (IRE), 16-1 Mon Champion (FR), 18-1 Idalko Bihoue (FR), 20-1 Onewaywest (IRE), Happy And Fine (FR), 28-1 Irandando Has (FR), Some Scope (GB), 40-1 Clodders Dream (GB)
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THIRD RACE 1.20 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (39 wins from 213 runners, 18%) runs DALSTON LAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 78 runners, 21%) runs DALSTON LAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: A PERFECT DAY trained by B Clarke, Corscombe, 125 miles. RACE SUMMARY
JOHNNY’S JURY ideally wants more of a stamina test than this but he’s the class act on hurdles form so he’s taken to get away with it on chase bow. Crest of Fortune was mostly overfaced over fences last season and his chase experience makes him a big threat. 1-2-3: 1.JOHNNY’S JURY (IRE) 2.CREST OF FORTUNE 3.DALSTON LAD (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
A PERFECT DAY (IRE) (198) 313523- D
6
11-5
B g Westerner - Wyndham Rose (IRE) Mr Adrian Paterson Br Peter Byrne
David Noonan Ben Clarke, Corscombe Ben Clarke Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on his only outing in Irish points. Positive profile over hurdles, scoring twice, but he’s starting out over fences in a warm-looking event. TFRHHIII BHA123
2
CREST OF FORTUNE (GB) (205) 3/24635-
B g Doyen (IRE) - Ravello Bay Crest Racing VI Br R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg
6
11-5
Rex Dingle Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Crest Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a Grade 1 novice over hurdles and is at least as good over fences, though has essentially been overfaced since his chase debut on return last season. Starts the new campaign back in much calmer waters. TFRHHHHI BHA135
3
DALSTON LAD (IRE) (205) 021110-
6
11-5
B g Ocovango - Miss Platinum (IRE) Tristan Durrell Cherry Knoll Farm, M Ward & D Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Longrove Stud The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEWDual bumper winner and most progressive over hurdles since headgear went on, completing a hat-trick under another positive ride in Haydock Grade 2 in February. TFRHHHHI BHA136 Failed to give his running in a Grade 1 at Aintree final start but this winning Irish pointer promises to be at least as good over fences.
4
HARBOUR ISLAND (FR) (205) 1/20110-
7
11-5
B g Ultra (IRE) - Saroushka (FR) Mrs Diana L. Whateley Br Jedburgh Stud
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
5
9
TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in 2 bumpers last winter and going the right way over hurdles, supplementing his Taunton success in 4-runner novice at Ffos Las in February. Ran no sort of race in Aintree Grade 1 on final start but he’s better than that. Makes chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA130
HENRI THE SECOND (FR) (169) 0/3212-P D
11-5
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Rock Treasure (FR) Martin Broughton & Friends 7 Br Mme Daniela Airaldi
Freddie Gingell Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
6
7
TIMEFORM VIEW Big chance on his useful hurdles form but hasn’t convinced on both his starts over fences so far, badly let down by his jumping when last seen in this sphere 11 months ago. TFRHHHII BHA133
J J MOON (GB) (192) 1/13P24-
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Getaway Gaye (IRE) Mr K. A. Lloyd Br Mr W. Kinsey
11-5
Jonathan Burke Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who made a winning return in that sphere at Newton Abbot last season. Similar form on 3 of his next 4 starts but others look more obvious chasing types. TFRHHHII BHA130
7
JOHNNY’S JURY (IRE) (205) 3/1113-
Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Sainte Baronne (FR) The Derbyshire Jury Hurlers On The Ditch Br Mr F. McNulty
6
11-5
Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWMost progressive over hurdles last season, relishing the markedly longer trip when completing a hat-trick in the Albert Bartlett at the Cheltenham Festival. Aintree probably didn’t play to his strengths but still ran well when third in Grade 1 next time. Looks the one to beat on chase bow. TFRHHHHH BHA147 18
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: DALSTON LAD: Following its run on 10/4/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. JOHNNY’S JURY: Following its run on 10/4/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
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Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Johnny’s Jury (IRE), 7-2 Crest of Fortune (GB), Dalston Lad (IRE), 12-1 Harbour Island (FR), Henri The Second (FR), 16-1 J J Moon (GB), 20-1 A Perfect Day (IRE)
FOURTH RACE 1.55 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 110YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET PAY FIRST PAST THE POST NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (39 wins from 213 runners, 18%) runs KARTOON AND CO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 78 runners, 21%) runs KARTOON AND CO LONGEST TRAVELLER: RED OAK trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 132 miles. RACE SUMMARY
RED OAK signed off his novice hurdling campaign with a decisive success at Hexham and he can continue to go the right way now tackling fences. Next Twist is surely better than he was able to show on his chase debut and remains with potential after a summer break, whilst Tigers Moon progressed over the smaller obstacles last season and is also respected. 1-2-3: 1.RED OAK (IRE) 2.NEXT TWIST (FR) 3.TIGERS MOON KEY
colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
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NEXT TWIST (FR) (172) 3/6121-6 D BF
6
12-0
Ch g Muhtathir - Poprock du Berlais (FR) Mr Adrian Butler Br Pierre & Phillippe Moruzzi
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
2
7
TIMEFORMVIEWFree-going sort who gained second hurdle success when landing short odds in 2m Ayr novice (heavy) in February. Tended to jump to his left and was always behind on chase debut at Perth in May, but he should benefit from a return to positive tactics and remains with potential in this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA120
SWEATING BULLETS (IRE) (532) F2244/3-
Gr g Bullet Train - Dark Sunshine (GER) Silkword Racing Partnership Br Mr Walter Connors
12-0
Gavin Sheehan Tom George, Slad Tom George Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful form when in the frame on all 3 hurdles starts at Auteuil but below that level when third of 11 in a minor event on chase debut there back in May 2025. Absent since and is now tongue tied after a stable switch (left N. George & A. Zetterholm). TFRHHHII BHA120
3
RED OAK (IRE) (202) 212P41- D
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Lady Knightess (IRE) Roxholme Racing Br Robert Allen
6
12-0
Jonathan Burke James Owen, Newmarket Mr Cardosi
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored for the second time over hurdles when convincingly winning 11-runner novice hurdle at Hexham (2m, good to soft) in April. 2lb lower back in a handicap so rates as a leading player making chase debut. TFRHHHHH BHA120
4
JUST HER TYPE (IRE) (257) 613123-
B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Enistar (IRE) Charles Noell and Helen Byrd Br Mrs Darina Kelly
6 11-11
Freddie Mitchell (3) Max Comley, Sutton Veny
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive in handicaps last season, winning at Ffos Las and Southwell and faring best of those held up when third of 12 at Market Rasen (21f, soft) in February. Appeals as one who should prove even more effective over fences, though the return to this shorter trip isn’t an obvious positive. TFRHHHII BHA117
5
BEAUTY IN THE PARK (IRE) (225) 43/5214- D
6
11-6
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Blue Berlais (IRE) Kate & Andrew Brooks Br Miss Jessica Finnegan
Lorcan Williams Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
6
6
TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame both starts in bumpers and off the mark at the third attempt over hurdles at Taunton in February. Matched that form when fourth of 15 on handicap debut at Kelso (2m, good to soft) the following month and suspicion remains she’ll prove better over further now chasing. TFRHHHII BHA112
KIWI RUSH (IRE) (217) 2/45303- D
B g Mahler - Don’t Forsit (IRE) Smash GC Racing Br Mr Jonathan Deacon
11-4
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers but hasn’t hit those heights over hurdles, albeit showing more than on his handicap bow when third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ascot (3m, good). Has a background in points but drops back in trip for chase debut sporting first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA110
7
TIGERS MOON (GB) (254) 3/12132- D
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Duchess Theatre (IRE) Mr P. L. Barrett Br Mr P. L. Barrett
6
11-2
Jack Andrews Tom Ellis, Rugby Castlebridge Risk Solutions
TIMEFORMVIEWNotched second win of last season at Southwell and improved in defeat when placed on both following outings, travelling strongly and collared only late on when second of 12 at Warwick (2m, soft). Can continue to go the right way now chasing. TFRHHHHI BHA108 20
8
KARTOON AND CO (FR) (953) 12326//- D
6
B g Balko (FR) - Baronne Picsou (FR) Mr P. H. Betts Br Camille Ferchaud & Rene Dugardin
11-2
Tristan Durrell Dan Skelton, Alcester Hatcher Components Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a successful start in 4-runner juvenile hurdle at Stratford in October 2023 but has made the track only 4 times since. Bred to be a chaser but the market will probably guide on his return from an absence of well over 2 years having had a breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA108
9
SWEEPER SYSTEM (IRE) (16) 53P13-5 D
6 10-11
B g Doyen (IRE) - Presenting Marble (IRE) Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw Br Robert B. Hodgins
Toby Wynne Sam Allwood, Whitchurch Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who scraped home to get off over hurdles at Wetherby (2m) in March. Well beaten the following month at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft) and looked badly in need of the experience sent chasing at Uttoxeter 16 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA103
10
HANS LIPPERSHEY (GB) (201) 304024-
B g Telescope (IRE) - Lifeboat Mona Lady Jane Grosvenor Br Dr Bryan Mayoh
5 10-10
Ciaran Gethings Ben Case, Banbury David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWinless from 6 attempts over hurdles last season, his best effort coming when in the frame in a Huntingdon maiden in January. Wasn’t a particularly fluent jumper in that sphere, though, so others make more appeal now chasing after a 6-month break post breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA102 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8, 10. Stewards Note: NEXT TWIST: Following its run on 13/5/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. KARTOON AND CO: Following its run on 23/3/2024 it was reported that the trainer said race had come too soon.
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Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Red Oak (IRE), 9-2 Sweating Bullets (IRE), 13-2 Next Twist (FR), 15-2 Tigers Moon (GB), 8-1 Just Her Type (IRE), 9-1 Beauty In The Park (IRE), 16-1 Kiwi Rush (IRE), 18-1 Kartoon And Co (FR), 20-1 Sweeper System (IRE), 40-1 Hans Lippershey (GB)
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FIFTH RACE 2.30 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR JUVENILE MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD FILLIES
THE PJ NICHOLLS KGM KOREA GENUINELY MADE FILLIES’ JUVENILE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (39 wins from 213 runners, 18%) runs EARTH MAID AND MISS MOFFETT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 78 runners, 21%) runs EARTH MAID AND MISS MOFFETT LONGEST TRAVELLER: SONG OF THE STARS trained by H Derham, Newbury, 112 miles. RACE SUMMARY
SONG OF THE STARS shaped well starting out for Harry Derham when a clear second on her recent hurdling debut over C&D and this winning Flat stayer can build on it and get off the mark in this sphere here. Hurdling newcomer Red Moon, a fair Flat scorer in France, appeals as the one to chase her home ahead of Miss Moffett. 1-2-3: 1.SONG OF THE STARS 2.RED MOON (FR) 3.MISS MOFFETT KEY
colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder BrBr
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
st lb
1
EARTH MAID (GB) (25) 5
11-0
B f Dink (FR) - Gaia du Gouet (FR) Tristan Durrell Mr Robert Kirkland Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Mr & Mrs R Kirkland The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 11/2 but looked badly in need of the experience when a well-held fifth of 8 in juvenile hurdle over C&D (good to soft) on debut 25 days ago. This Dink filly is in excellent hands and can take a step forward now. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
GUILDHALL GRADUATE (IRE) (6) 544
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Conservatoire Mike Harris Racing & Katy Price Racing Br M. S. and C. S. Griffiths
11-0
Shane Quinlan (3) Katy Price, Llanigon Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden in both codes for Gavin Cromwell. Has finished a well-held fourth in a pair of juvenile hurdles at Worcester and Hereford last month for new yard. Needs to take a step forward. TFRHHHII BHA-
3
MISS MOFFETT (GB) (25) 6
11-0
B f Blue Bresil (FR) - Manly Dream (FR) Harry Atkins (5) Mr Nick Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Nick Skelton The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-related Blue Bresil filly but she came in a remote sixth of 8 in juvenile hurdle over C&D (good to soft) on her debut 25 days ago. Could still do better for top yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
4
RED MOON (FR) (206)
Ch f Almanzor (FR) - Zendia The Moonies Br Ecurie Des Monnaies, Ecurie Billon & Mr
11-0
Gavin Sheehan Richard Bandey, Kingsclere Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 1 1/2m winner on Flat in France for Yann Barberot in April. Off since but she must enter calculations on her yard/hurdling debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5
SONG OF THE STARS (GB) (25) 2 BF
B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Singing Sky Mr Colm Donlon Br Pineapple Stud Ltd
11-0
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive stayer on the Flat, gaining a second win of the summer at Nottingham (1 3/4m) for James Ferguson. Sent off 11/10 and made a promising start over hurdles with a clear second of 8 in juvenile over C&D (good to soft) 25 days ago. Major player with better to come. TFRHHHHH BHADECLARED RUNNERS 5 Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Song of The Stars (GB), 5-1 Red Moon (FR), 10-1 Guildhall Graduate (IRE), 11-1 Earth Maid (GB), 12-1 Miss Moffett (GB)
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DATE
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2m (Hurdle)
Moonday Sun (USA) (3yo+)
30Aug16
3m 37.30s
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Mercian King (IRE) (4yo+)
12Oct17
3m 50.90s
2m4f (Hurdle)
Doubly Clever (IRE) (3yo+)
01Sep19
4m 37.90s
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Rene’s Girl (IRE) (4yo+)
12Oct17
4m 39.90s
2m7f (Hurdle)
Rolling Maul (IRE) (4yo+)
17Sep18
5m 24.20s
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Go Another One (IRE) (4yo+)
01Sep19
5m 21.40s
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SIXTH RACE 3.05 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET FOLLOW US ON X MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (39 wins from 213 runners, 18%) runs BIG JOHN OLLIE, GILI ISLAND & RAINBOW TARA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (16 wins from 78 runners, 21%) runs BIG JOHN OLLIE, GILI ISLAND & RAINBOW TARA LONGEST TRAVELLER: EXIGUUS trained by N Kent, Brigg, 156 miles. RACE SUMMARY Plenty in with chances but HIDDEN MOUNTAIN’s bumper form reads well and with his yard renowned for having them spot on in the autumn, he’s afforded the vote to make a successful hurdling debut. Big John Ollie looks the pick of Dan Skelton’s trio, so could be the one to provide most resistance, with Beau Speed and Pride Hill another couple worth considering, as well. 1-2-3: 1.HIDDEN MOUNTAIN 2.BIG JOHN OLLIE (IRE) 3.BEAU SPEED (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
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BEAU SPEED (FR) (214) 23-
5
11-5
B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Tangaspeed (FR) Kate & Andrew Brooks Br Mme Laurence Gagneux
Freddie Gingell Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
2
5
TIMEFORMVIEWProduced a promising first effort amidst inexperience when second in 6-runner bumper at Fakenham in February but unable to progress from that faced with a greater emphasis on speed at Wincanton a couple of months later. Considered hurdling debutant nonetheless. TFRHHHHI BHA-
BIG JOHN OLLIE (IRE) (278) 32-
Br g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Maizy Mighty Macs Syndicate Br S & S Hubbard Rodwell
11-5
Tristan Durrell Dan Skelton, Alcester
TIMEFORMVIEWShaped well when placed in a couple of bumpers 3 months apart last season, paying for trying to match a rival with bags of stamina at Chepstow latterly in January. In top hands so one to keep an eye on now hurdling. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3
CLONAGOOSE (IRE) (160) 211-111
B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Santa Flora (FR) John Gardener & Torben Hughes Br Mark Landers & Tim Dineen
5
11-5
Bryan Carver Dean Summersby, Kellacott
TIMEFORMVIEWBeaumec De Houelle gelding. Dam (h99), French 2m hurdle winner, half-sister to French hurdler/chaser (17f-2 1/4m winner) Maheaura. Prolific point TFRHHHII BHAwinner, including last 5 starts (latest May 2026), though it’s worth noting he’s only beaten a total of 12 rivals for those victories.
4
EL DORADO (GB) (213) 0-
4
Ch g Linda’s Lad - Beyeh (IRE) Mr Nick Price Br Caroline George
11-5
Conor Ring Sheila Lewis, Brecon
TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad gelding who proved headstrong first time up when tailed off in a Chepstow bumper back in April. Has switched yards ahead of this hurdling debut but best watched for now. TFRHIIII BHA-
5
EXIGUUS (GB) (210) 4/563-
6
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Silver Wish Mr Andy Parkin, Nick Kent Br Mrs S. C. Welch
11-5
Tom Broughton (3) Nick Kent, Brigg Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability in bumpers but looked like one for handicaps in a couple of maiden hurdles last season. Drops back in trip on return. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
GILI ISLAND (IRE) (21) 4-04
4
11-5
B g Crystal Ocean - Bartlemy Bell (IRE) Kielan Woods Mr Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester Br R. Lynch The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEWWell beaten in a couple of Punchestown bumpers for Gordon Elliott early in 2026 but showed some promise for new yard after 6 months off with fourth of 6 in novice hurdle at Chepstow (2m, soft) 3 weeks ago. Can build on it though handicaps are where his future lies. TFRHHIII BHA-
7
HALF THE BATTLE (IRE) (224) 5-
B g Maxios - Turanga Lilly (IRE) Mr John P. McManus Br Roundhill Stud
4
11-5
Richie McLernon Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW €37,000 3-y-o, Maxios gelding. Closely related to French 1 1/2m winner Jeejeebhoy. Unplaced only start in Irish points (Mar 22). Betting can guide expectations. TFRHHHII BHA26
8
HIDDEN MOUNTAIN (GB) (245) 21- D
B g Maxios - Do The Fandango (IRE) The Social Climbers Br Distillery Stud
5
11-5
Ciaran Gethings Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShaped well when second to a well-bred winner in an Ayr bumper last December and having switched yards for £75,000 after, looked different prospect altogether 3 months on when bolting up in 12-runner bumper at Huntingdon. Big shout on hurdles bow (yard renowned for having them spot on in autumn). TFRHHHHH BHA-
9
MARTIAL LAW (IRE) (214) 5-
B g Doyen (IRE) - Lady Writer (IRE) Mr Tom Weston Br Eric Browne
4
11-5
Troy Walsh (7) Tom Weston, Hindlip
TIMEFORM VIEW Doyen gelding who showed only greenness when fifth of 8 in bumper at Wincanton (15f, good) back in early-April. Watching brief advised on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
10
MIDNIGHT ESCAPE (GB) (332) 4-
B g Getaway (GER) - Midnight Glory Mrs L. R. Lovell Br R. Johnson & S. Hobbs
5
11-5
Jonathan Burke Ben Case, Banbury David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding who made an encouraging start to career when fourth of 7 in steadily-run Market Rasen bumper last December. Worth a market check on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
11
NAVY BOY (GB) (235) 5-
4
B g Jack Hobbs - Navy Girl (IRE) Mr Philip Rocher Br Mr Philip Rocher
11-5
Gavin Sheehan Billy Aprahamian, Towcester Lockwood Premium
TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding who shaped as if in need of the experience when fifth of 9 in bumper at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft) back in March. Likely outsider on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
12
PRIDE HILL (IRE) (238) 4-
5
11-5
B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Wrong Impression John Nicholls Racing Br Neil Walsh
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Floplast Limited
13
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Jukebox Jury gelding who showed a bit while shaping as though he’ll prove to be a stayer in time when fourth of 10 in bumper at Warwick (2m, good to soft) back in March. In top hands so folly to discount with Sean Bowen retaining the partnership. TFRHHHII BHA-
SUB EDITOR (IRE) (252) 1-
11-5
B g Jet Away - Righty Rue (IRE) Paul & Clare Rooney Br John Berry
Jack Tudor Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
14
5
TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 5-y-o, Jet Away gelding. Dam, poor maiden hurdler, half-sister to fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Whistleinthedark. Won sole start in Irish points (Feb 2026). 1 of 2 for this yard and certainly commands respect. TFRHHHII BHA-
TANDY’S BRIDGE (IRE) (222) 204-
B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Killing Pace (IRE) Brooks & Taylor Families Br David Kells
11-5
Jack Andrews Tom Ellis, Rugby Castlebridge Risk Solutions
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a promising start to his career when second of 13 in bumper at Killarney on debut/sole outing for John Joseph Murphy in July 2025. Proved a total TFRHHIII BHAlet-down at Warwick 5 months later but bit more like it when fourth of 7 at Southwell when last seen in March. Makes hurdling debut.
RAINBOW TARA (GB) (243) 0/25-
B m Kayf Tara - Mere Detail (IRE) Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate Rainbow Br Nicola Bulgin
6 10-12
Harry Atkins (5) Dan Skelton, Alcester Astute Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara mare who built on her debut promise (for Toby Bulgin) after 9 months off when second of 12 in bumper at Uttoxeter last December. Bit below that level 9 weeks on at Newcastle (had breathing operation in interim) but could easily get back on the up now hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-
16
WALK THE HALL (IRE) (211) B/13P12-
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Hester Hall (IRE) Mrs Linda Johnson Br R. Lynch
6 10-12
Jamie Brace (5) Max Comley, Sutton Veny
TIMEFORM VIEW €36,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Hester Flemen and fairly useful hurdler/chaser Backinthere. Dam unraced. Successful on 2 of 8 starts in Irish points, runner-up last time (Apr 2026). TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 16 Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Hidden Mountain (GB), 11-2 Big John Ollie (IRE), 6-1 Beau Speed (FR), 15-2 Pride Hill (IRE), 12-1 Sub Editor (IRE), 16-1 Half The Battle (IRE), Rainbow Tara (GB), 20-1 Clonagoose (IRE), 25-1 Midnight Escape (GB), Tandy’s Bridge (IRE), 40-1 Martial Law (IRE), 50-1 Walk The Hall (IRE), 100-1 Exiguus (GB), Gili Island (IRE), Navy Boy (GB), 200-1 El Dorado (GB)
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SEVENTH RACE 3.40 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET OVERNIGHT BEST ODDS GUARANTEED NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (34 wins from 141 runners, 24%) runs THEATRE TOM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runs THEATRE TOM LONGEST TRAVELLER: DEXPERADO trained by N Kent, Brigg, 156 miles. RACE SUMMARY THEATRE TOM looked set to go close before departing here last time, and he’s taken to gain compensation on first start over 3m. The main danger is likely to be I Love You Sivola, who has made an excellent start for his present yard. Eskimo Sam and Locked Down Lad also need considering in a competitive finale. 1-2-3: 1.THEATRE TOM (IRE) 2.I LOVE YOU SIVOLA (FR) 3.ESKIMO SAM KEY colours
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KATIE’S MELODY (IRE) (166) 25342-P BF
6
12-0
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Little Dil (IRE) Mr Nick Meyer and Mr Jonathan Gregory Br The Beeches Stud Ltd
Calum Hogan (5) Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/bumper winner. Finished 2 1/4 lengths second in a higher grade on handicap bow at Chepstow in April. Undone by her jumping (well backed) on chasing debut at Hexham since. Return to hurdles/first-time cheekpieces should help in that regard and has at least won fresh (albeit at skinny odds). TFRHHHII BHA103
2
THEATRE TOM (IRE) (58) 3050/-4F BF
7 11-13
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Theatre Bird (IRE) Milsom Baker Racing Br Thomas Merrigan
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Delaware Foods Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brother to useful hurdler Theatre Man. Made the frame both completed starts in Irish points. Much tighter in the betting/looked set to go very close when falling heavily here (2 1/2m) on second handicap start 8 weeks ago. Totally unexposed up in trip and may well make amends if none the worse. TFRHHHHH BHA102
3
HERBYGOESBANANAS (GB) (22) 663-340
Gr g El Kabeir (USA) - Tiegs (IRE) Mr John Pyatt Br John Pyatt
5
11-7
Paul O’Brien Henrietta C Knight, Wantage Henrietta Knight
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful debut bumper winner for Chris Gordon in 2024. Well below that level over hurdles for present yard. Has hit the frame (without threatening TFRHHHII BHA96 to win) all 3 handicap starts. Should at least find this easier than the Chepstow maiden he contested on return last month.
4
WARRIORESS (IRE) (255) 2/P05-
Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Capuccina (FR) The Light Blues Syndicate Br Cyril O’Hara
6 10-13
Kielan Woods Alex Hales, Edgecote Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRelated to some fairly useful types. Second in an Irish maiden point. Fared better than previously under Rules when beaten 13 1/2 lengths in a weak maiden at Huntingdon (21f, heavy). Step up in trip/switch to a low-grade handicap should benefit on return and worth noting for each-way support. TFRHHHII BHA88
5
ESKIMO SAM (GB) (169) 000/56-2
Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Artic Bliss First Chance Racing Br First Chance Racing
7
10-9
Ciaran Gethings Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o. Showed improved form amid a lack of professionalism (wandered badly) when 1 1/4-length second in a thin Uttoxeter handicap (2 1/2m) in May. In-form yard has had several runners ready to roll in recent weeks. Another step forward could see her in the mix here. TFRHHHHI BHA84
6
REST IS THE BEST (IRE) (230) 006425-
5
10-7
Br m Order of St George (IRE) - Erkindale Miss (IRE) James Best Angel’s Share Harriet Dickin, Midford Br Loughlin Harte Kissing It Better, Clay Street Property Consultants
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 5-y-o. Shaped like a stayer when hitting the frame in a couple of Chepstow handicaps (19.5f, soft) last winter. Didn’t see out her race final start of last season at Ffos Las (2 1/2m, heavy). Step up in trip sure to suit, especially under less testing conditions than previously faced. TFRHHHII BHA82
7
I LOVE YOU SIVOLA (FR) (11) 060P-1D BF
B g Le Fou (IRE) - Suave de Sivola (FR) The Milk Sheiks Br Gilles Trapenard & Claude Gerard Chamber
8
10-7
Freddie Mitchell (3) Max Comley, Sutton Veny
TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on a lowly mark to make a winning debut for his impressive young trainer at Hereford (25.5f) last month. Back in headgear when first past the post at Fontwell (2 3/4m) 9 days on, subsequently disqualified after his rider weighed in light. Potentially still on a handy mark off 3lb higher. TFRHHHHI BHA82 28
8
LOCKED DOWN LAD (GB) (108) U60P-64
6
10-6
B g Linda’s Lad - Euro Bond (IRE) Mr Keiran Johns Br Keiran Johns
David Noonan Joe Tickle, Tiverton Fire Defence Servicing
9
7
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint bumper winner. Came closest to breaking his duck under Rules here last summer. Rediscovered some form when 3 1/2-length fourth (behind a next-timeout winner) here (2 1/2m) in July. Certainly worth a go over 3m at this stage and possibilities if back to his best following 3 months off. TFRHHHHI BHA81
DEXPERADO (FR) (169) 2/0556/-P
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Speedgirl (FR) Crossed Fingers Partnership Br Thierry Prod’Homme & Mickael Prod’Homme
10-5
Tom Broughton (3) Nick Kent, Brigg Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t got competitive in 5 starts since finishing runner-up twice at Market Rasen in spring 2024. Hard to be confident sporting a change of headgear following a further 5 months away. TFRHHIII BHA80 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Stewards Note: KATIE’S MELODY: Following its run on 19/5/2026 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Theatre Tom (IRE), 9-2 I Love You Sivola (FR), 6-1 Eskimo Sam (GB), 8-1 Katie’s Melody (IRE), 9-1 Locked Down Lad (GB), 10-1 Herbygoesbananas (GB), Rest Is The Best (IRE), 16-1 Warrioress (IRE), 40-1 Dexperado (FR)
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.10 - THE COPYBET FOR PREMIER LEAGUE PROFIT BOOSTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 25 entries, at £40. Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.45 - THE COPYBET SUPPORT SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6786 to the winning horse The second to receive £3122, the third £1561, the fourth £781 and the fifth £389. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £64 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 28 entries, at £64. - Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5190; Second £2594; Third £1298; Fourth £649; Fifth £324. (Penalty Value £6786.08) Weights lowered 4lb. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.20 - THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards which have not won a steeple chase. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases and/or Hurdles combined.. FBC MANBY BOWDLER have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 8 entries at £75. - Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.55 - THE COPYBET PAY FIRST PAST THE POST NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries, at £40. - Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.30 - THE PJ NICHOLLS KGM KOREA GENUINELY MADE FILLIES’ JUVENILE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for juvenile maiden three yrs old fillies only. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Weights: 11st each. PJ Nicholls have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 8 entries at £50. - Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.05 - THE COPYBET FOLLOW US ON X MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Weights: 11st 5lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 34 entries at £50. - Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.40 - THE COPYBET OVERNIGHT BEST ODDS GUARANTEED NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £30. - Closed October 26th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. 31
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