Kempton Park racecard - Desert Orchid Chase Day 2020

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FLOODLIT FLAT RACING It’s our first fixture of 2021.

We start the new year with a packed card of Flat racing on our All-Weather track.

First Race: 4.10pm Last Race: 7.15pm

TODAY’S RACING FIRST RACE 12.45pm

The Get Your Ladbrokes £1 Free Bet Introductory Juvenile Hurdle Race (GBB Race) - 2m

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SECOND RACE 1.20pm

The Ladbrokes Wayward Lad Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race) - 2m

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THIRD RACE 1.55pm

The Play Ladbrokes 5-A-Side On Football Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race) - 3m½f

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FOURTH RACE 2.30pm

The Ladbrokes Desert Orchid Steeple Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race) - 2m

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FIFTH RACE 3.05pm

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SIXTH RACE 3.40pm

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BINGO!

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False Start

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Paul Nicholls trained a winner

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Horse withdrawn at the start

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Photo Finish!

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Jockey wins three times in one day

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A grey horse in the field

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Bryony Frost rides a winner

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WHO AM I? Famous Racing Faces Edition

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I was a senior presenter on Channel 4 racing from 2013-2016

I am an author, broadcaster and journalist.

My father trained the winner of The Derby in 1971 and my brother is a well known Flat trainer.

Answer: Clare Balding

I am 5ft 10” tall

I was the first Jockey to win the BBC Sports Personality of the year in 2010

I was awarded the Champion Jockey title every year that I was a professional jockey

Answer: Sir AP McCoy

I am a qualified accountant

I first appeared commentating on TV in 1992

I am the main commentator on ITV Racing

Answer: Richard Hoiles

I became a conditional Jockey in 1982 & I took out my training licence in 1991

I am a huge Manchester United fan

I have trained a remarkable 11 winners of both the King George VI and Tingle Creek Chases

Answer: Paul Nicholls

My dad won the 1989 Grand National

I was awarded the British conditional jockeys title for the 2018-19 season

I became the first woman to win a Grade 1 race over obstacles at the Cheltenham Festival

Answer: Bryony Frost

I am a former bookmaker

I used to host the coverage of Premier League football on Sky Sports

I have been the main presenter on ITV Racing since 2017

Answer: Ed Chamberlain

I left Newcastle University in my first year to pursue a career in horseracing

I won the 2015 Cheltenham Gold Cup only a year after I turned professional!

I won the King George VI Chase with Might Bite in 2017

Answer: Nico de Boinville

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Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nausicaa des Obeaux (FR) 12 Sam Twiston-Davies J 12 O Mr&Mrs P.K.Barber,G.Mason,Sir A Ferguson Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T 13 13 Morson Group S B Mme Marie Devilder 14 14 TIMEFORM VIEW Won this last year and followed up in Grade 2 at Ascot. Arrives on back of creditable 4 lengths second in Down Royal Grade 1 last month. Likely to go well again but Cobden prefers Cyrname.

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1. FORM

EXPERT VIEW

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Look out for Letters: C = Has won at this course D = Has won over this distance CD = Has won over this distance at this course BF = Was a beaten favourite

2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.

3. Timeform view and TFR rating 4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM

5. JOCKEY

- = New racing season / = Missed racing season P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race F = Horse fell U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse B = Horse was brought down S = Horse slipped r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race d = Disqualified Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Days since the horse last run 10. Horse’s age 11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) 12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 13. Horse’s owner 14. Horse’s breeder 15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

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FIRST RACE 12.45 THE GET YOUR LADBROKES £1 FREE BET INTRODUCTORY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

For juvenile three yrs old x Total race value £16000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £7600, 2nd £2539, 3rd £1270, 4th £635, 5th £317, 6th £158.

(Penalty Value £10009.60)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs SIROCO JO Jockey-in-form (last 14 days): H Cobden (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) rides SIROCO JO

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ALBORKAN (FR) (68)

Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Plaine Monceau (FR) O Mr Jamie Hambro and Alan & Sally Coney B Mr Mohammed Almahmoud

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Jack Quinlan J Amy Murphy, Newmarket T Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner (successful 2 of his last 3 starts). Doubt he’ll lack for know-how switched to this game but comes up against some promising ones with experience.

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Harry Skelton J Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Natural Bloom (IRE) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O M Boothright R Lloyd B Sir Robert Ogden Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat for Richard Fahey and shaped promisingly on hurdling debut at Warwick after 8 weeks off, just failing despite jumping better than the winner overall. Should improve.

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CLOUD THUNDER (GB) (15) 4

Br Gr g Poet’s Voice - Cloud Illusions (USA) O Coxwell Partnership B Mr & Mrs James Main

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Jeremiah McGrath J Heather Main, Wantage T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat maiden who was well-held but showed a bit pitched into a Doncaster Grade 2 on first go in this sphere a fortnight ago.

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4 HEROSS DU SEUIL (FR) (127) 1 Br B g Rail Link - Tulipe du Seuil (FR) O Mrs J Donnelly B Mme Catherine Boudot

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Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden bumper winner in France in the summer and has joined a top yard. Likely sort.

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HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (35) 2

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Chester Williams J Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR) Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T O Valentine Bloodstock Racing Nick & Jane Williams Racing S B M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred for the job and showed plenty first time up in well-contested juvenile at Exeter (16.8f, heavy) last month. Sure to improve. Also declared 1.40 Chepstow.

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JALWAN (USA) (128)

Br B g Wicked Strong (USA) - City Run (USA) O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates - Jalwan B Wolf Pen LLC

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Dave Crosse J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat for John Butler. Yard have unearthed a couple of exciting hurdlers again this season and interesting to see how he goes in the betting. Stable also run Royaume Uni. TFRHHHII BHA-

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Br B g Oasis Dream - La Petite Reine O Mrs J. A. Wakefield B Lady Bamford

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Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Black Castle Sports Management Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner. Needs a lot more now going hurdling for new yard in a deep race.

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Br B or Br g Galileo (IRE) - Night Lagoon (GER) O Mrs E. Avery B Coolmore

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Jamie Moore J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very well bred (half-brother to Ascot’s King George winner Novelist) and was a fairly useful winner in France.

Easy to back and made an unpromising start in this sphere at Sandown 3 weeks ago, though.

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SIROCO JO (FR) (146) 2

Br Ch g Hurricane Cat (USA) - Diana Vertica (FR) O Mr P. J. Vogt B Mr Jacques Seror & Mr Philippe Metivier

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Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to winning jumpers in France and went down narrowly under front-running ride on hurdling debut at Clairefontaine in the summer. Has to be respected having joined Paul Nicholls.

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Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Ballymena Lassie O The Guaranteed Success Syndicate B S.C.E.A. Des Bissons

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Gavin Sheehan J Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T Webbswood S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 2m winner on the Flat for Mark Johnston. Some promise on hurdles bow at Wetherby for new yard last month and can improve now blinkered, especially if more positive tactics are used here.

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A. P. Heskin J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner who shaped really well on hurdles bow in 17f Listed contest at Aintree 3 weeks ago.

Sure to progress for yard that have won this a couple of times in recent years.

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12 SARCEAUX (FR) (176)

Br Gr f Rajsaman (FR) - Sainte Adresse O Mr S Bean B S.A. Franklin Finance

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Ciaran Gethings J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

TIMEFORM VIEW Raced 3 times on the Flat in France for M. Delzangles, successful in a claimer in June. Shouldn’t be found wanting stamina-wise now switched to hurdles, but this is a tough starting point.

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Br B f Sixties Icon - Tanojin (IRE) O 7RUS B Norman Court Stud

Tom Cannon J Chris Gordon, Winchester T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat performer who was left behind by the very promising Nassalam on hurdles debut for yard at Fontwell last month.

TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 13 2019: ROWLAND WARD 3 10 12 Ciaran Gethings 9-1 (Stuart Edmunds) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 10.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Her Indoors (IRE), 4-1 Siroco Jo (FR), 5-1 Heross du Seuil (FR), 17-2 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR), 10-1 Ambassador (IRE), 20-1 Warranty (FR), 25-1 Jalwan (USA), 33-1 Alborkan (FR), 50-1 Cloud Thunder (GB), More Than A Prince (GB), 66-1 Royaume Uni (IRE), Sly Minx (GB), 100-1 Sarceaux (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

HER INDOORS made a really encouraging start in this sphere in a Listed contest at Aintree earlier this month and will surely improve. Siroco Jo and Heross du Seuil are talented recruits from France for top 2 yards and typically make plenty of appeal.

Honneur d’Ajonc showed plenty first time up at Exeter and will be interesting if taking his chance (also entered at Chepstow).

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HER INDOORS (IRE) 2.SIROCO JO (FR) 3.HEROSS DU SEUIL (FR)

RACE RESULT

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Br B f Raven’s Pass (USA) - Superfonic (FR) O McNeill Family & Niall Farrell B Mrs T. Mahon

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER

GLOBAL CITIZEN

WAYWARD LAD NOVICES’ CHASE

TRAINER: BEN PAULING

GRADE 2

OWNER: THE MEGSONS

JOCKEY: DAVID BASS

FIRST RUN IN

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3,219 METRES 12 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

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£18,224 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE TRAINER 2019 GLOBAL CITIZEN Ben Pauling 2018 DYNAMITE DOLLARS Paul Nicholls 2017 CYRNAME Paul Nicholls 2016 ALTIOR Nicky Henderson 2015 AR MAD Gary Moore 2014 VIBRATO VALTAT Paul Nicholls 2013 DODGING BULLETS Paul Nicholls 2012 SIMONSIG Nicky Henderson 2011 SPRINTER SACRE Nicky Henderson 2010 NO RACE 2009 RIVERSIDE THEATRE Nicky Henderson

JOCKEY David Bass Harry Cobden Sean Bowen Nico de Boinville Josh Moore Noel Fehily Daryl Jacob Barry Geraghty Barry Geraghty Barry Geraghty

Global Citizen had some strong form to his name over hurdles in 2019, winning a Grade 2 at Haydock before competing in the Champion Hurdle. However, he had failed to get involved on his chase debut in October which saw him sent off as one of the outsiders for the Wayward Lad Novices’ Chase.

The seven-year-old showed muchimproved form though on his second start over fences, jumping boldy under aggressive tactics as he made all to gain another Grade 2 success by a length and a half.

So many winners of this famous race have gone on to top level glory: Cyrname, Altior, Dodging Bullets, Simonsig, Sprinter Sacre and Riverside Theatre to name but a few have all gone on to win Grade 1 races either as a novice or in subsequent seasons.

7⁄10 9⁄10 8⁄10 AGED FIVE

IN THE TOP 3 IN THE BETTING

TRAINED BY NICHOLLS OR HENDERSON

KEY CONTENDERS ELUSIVE BELLE The mare finished fifth in a Listed contest on her chase debut and stepped-up on that effort to win a Newbury novices’ handicap last month. She travelled strongly and jumped well that day, so looks well worth this step back up in grade.

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GUMBALL A Listed winner over hurdles last season, Gumball comfortably got off the mark over fences at the second-time of asking.

He was running a big race in a Cheltenham Grade 2 in November before falling at the second-last.

HHHH SHISHKIN

Unbeaten in his five completed starts under Rules, including the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, Shishkin made a seamless transition to chasing here last month. He is a hugely-exciting prospect to look forward to.

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SECOND RACE 1.20 THE LADBROKES WAYWARD LAD NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

For novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £32000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £13946, 2nd £5725, 3rd £2864, 4th £1430.

(Penalty Value £18224)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs TAMAROC DU MATHAN Jockey-in-form (last 14 days): H Cobden (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) rides TAMAROC DU MATHAN

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GUMBALL (FR) (43) 600-31F D

Br Gr g No Risk At All (FR) - Good Time Girl (FR) O Mr Terry Warner B Mr J. Gallorini, Mlle M. Bilesimo et al

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Richard Johnson J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who has taken well to fences, all set to land a Cheltenham Grade 2 last month when falling at the second-last. Faces an exciting rival here in Shishkin, but should give it a good shot. TFRHHHII BHA151

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SHISHKIN (IRE) (34) 1/F111-1 CD

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Labarynth (IRE) O Mrs J Donnelly B C.J. & E.B. Bennett

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Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival in March and looks destined for the top in this sphere too, judged on flawless chase debut success here last month. The one to beat.

TFRHHHHH BHA159

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TAMAROC DU MATHAN (FR) (38) 1//2050-1 D

Br B g Poliglote - Thisbee du Mathan (FR) O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau

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Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on last season’s hurdling exploits with a clear-cut chase debut success at Wincanton on return in November. This is a much stiffer assignment, but he’s clearly a good prospect.

TFRHHHII BHA141

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Mr Sam Waley-Cohen J Br B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Soviet Belle (IRE) Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T O Annabel Waley-Cohen and Family Upton Viva Stud S B Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who impressed when landing 2m Newbury novice handicap chase last month, jumping well and quickening clear from the last. Further progress likely, but Shishkin is the stable No 1.

TFRHHHII BHA143 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2019: GLOBAL CITIZEN (IRE) 7 11 2 David Bass 8-1 (Ben Pauling) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 4-11 Shishkin (IRE), 6-1 Gumball (FR), 10-1 Elusive Belle (IRE), 14-1 Tamaroc Du Mathan (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Last season’s top 2m novice hurdler SHISHKIN produced a sure-footed display when making a winning chase debut here in November and can provide Nicky Henderson with another victory in this Grade 2 prize, a race the yard has won with the likes of Sprinter Sacre, Simonsig and Altior in recent years. Henderson also saddles the promising Elusive Belle, but Gumball is preferred for forecast purposes.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHISHKIN (IRE) 2.GUMBALL (FR) 3.ELUSIVE BELLE (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 1.55 THE PLAY LADBROKES 5-A-SIDE ON FOOTBALL MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

For four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £16000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7600, 2nd £2539, 3rd £1270, 4th £635, 5th £317, 6th £158.

(Penalty Value £10009.60)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs DANSE IDOL Jockey-in-form (last 14 days): H Cobden (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) rides DANSE IDOL

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

PERFECT MYTH (GB) (50) 211212

Br B m Midnight Legend - Perfect Silence O Mr R. J. Vines B R. J. Vines and D. F. Nott

age

st-lb

6

11-12

Richard Johnson J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive since returning to action in August, winning 3 times and fine second to The White Mouse (winner again at Cheltenham since) at Wincanton (21.4f) last time. Should be on the premises. TFRHHHHI BHA140

2

BANNIXTOWN GLORY (IRE) (34) 3-01311 C

6

11-7

Theo Gillard (7) J Br B m Fame And Glory - Me Auld Segosha (IRE) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T O Miss C. McCracken Proactive Personnel Limited S B Ms Deidre O’Donnell

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 6-y-o who has won 3 of her last 4 starts, including a mares’ Listed race here (24.5f) last time.

However, she’ll need to be better than ever to defy this new mark back in handicap company.

TFRHHIII BHA135

3

CODED MESSAGE (GB) (17) 43P-0UP CD

7

Br B m Oscar (IRE) - Ring Back (IRE) O Wardington Hopefuls B David Allen

11-4

Mr Charlie Case (7) J Ben Case, Banbury T Barcham Trees plc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Did the job well when landing this prize 12 months ago, but she’s 12lb higher this time round and she has a bit to prove following a low-key start to the season over fences.

TFRHHIII BHA132

4 MOLLY OLLYS WISHES (GB) (32) 212-301

6

11-2

Harry Skelton J Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - September Moon Dan Skelton, Alcester T O West Mercia Fork Trucks Ltd West Mercia Fork Trucks Ltd S B K. D. & D. K. Pugh

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong traveller who got back on the up when scoring comfortably at Hereford in November. Now 6lb higher in a more competitive race, but this new trip promises to suit and she’s an each-way player.

TFRHHHII BHA130

5

MIDNIGHTREFLECTION (GB) (20) 01-3021 D 5

Br B m Midnight Legend - Hymn To Love (FR) O Case Racing Partnership & Anita J Lush B Mrs C. J. C. Bailey

11-2

Jack Tudor (3) J Ben Case, Banbury T Barcham Trees plc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season on a winning note and notched second success in good style at Plumpton (25f) this month. Now 9lb higher in a stronger race, so another personal best will be needed.

TFRHHHII BHA130

6

ALPHA CARINAE (IRE) (39) 11-124

Br Ch m Robin des Champs (FR) - Annas Present (IRE) O Tim Syder B Paul Doyle

5

10-11

Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T McCoy Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper and made a winning start over hurdles at Perth. Latest effort at Warwick in a first-time tongue strap was a shade disappointing, though, and improvement needed on this handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA125

7

DANSE IDOL (IRE) (51) 21/033-3

7

10-11

Harry Cobden J Br B m Dansant - Screen Idol (IRE) Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing-Danse Idol Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S B Mr Joe Healy

TIMEFORM VIEW Below-par in 3 starts in this sphere last season and didn’t take to fences on reappearance at Fontwell.

On a good mark if able to bounce back now returned to this discipline, but has a bit to prove. TFRHHHII BHA125

8

HOTTER THAN HELL (FR) (36) 52-2534

Br Ch m No Risk At All (FR) - Ombrelle (FR) O The Devil’s Advocates B Mr Jean Besnouin & Mme Jean Besnouin

6

10-7

Alexander Thorne (5) J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced just about her best effort yet in this sphere when third of 14 to the progressive The White Mouse at Wincanton last month. Performed to a similar level at Ascot since, but more needed here.

TFRHHHII BHA121 24

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REGARDING RUTH (IRE) (38) 140P-13

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - May’s June (IRE) O Suiter Developments Ltd & JJW Wadham B J. R. Weston

6

10-7

Jack Quinlan J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T E.N. Suiter & Sons Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won on her reappearance for the second year in succession at Warwick in October. Backed that up when third off this 5lb higher mark at Market Rasen (23f) next time and she’s in with a shout.

TFRHHHII BHA121

10 EMMPRESSIVE LADY (IRE) (23) 6/26-411 Br B m Jeremy (USA) - Court Lexi (IRE) O Clear Racing B Mr C. Johnson

5

10-6

Lucy Gardner J Susan Gardner, Longdown T Clear Financial Advice Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers but has taken well to hurdles for new yard, building on Exeter novice success when making a winning handicap bow at Sandown (2 1/2m). Further progress likely now upped in trip here. TFRHHHHH BHA120 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2019: CODED MESSAGE 6 10 6 Kielan Woods 10-1 (Ben Case) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 9.

Stewards Note: ALPHA CARINAE: Following its run on 18/11/2020 it was reported that the horse jumped right handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Emmpressive Lady (IRE), 6-1 Perfect Myth (GB), 13-2 Molly Ollys Wishes (GB), 7-1 Midnightreflection (GB), 8-1 Regarding Ruth (IRE), 10-1 Danse Idol (IRE), 11-1 Hotter Than Hell (FR), 12-1 Bannixtown Glory (IRE), 14-1 Alpha Carinae (IRE), 22-1 Coded Message (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Cases can be made for all 10 of these, but EMMPRESSIVE LADY is the one who stands out on account of potential. A 5lb rise for her Sandown handicap debut success looks very fair indeed and this step up in trip may help unlock further improvement. The form of Perfect Myth’s latest effort at Wincanton has been boosted since and she is next on the list ahead of Molly Ollys Wishes and Regarding Ruth.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EMMPRESSIVE LADY (IRE) 2.PERFECT MYTH 3.MOLLY OLLYS WISHES

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DESERT ORCHID THE LIFE STORY

With four King George VI Chase wins to his name at Kempton Park on Boxing Day, Desert Orchid was an integral part of the festive programme at the racecourse and as much a part of Christmas as tinsel, holly and mistletoe.

It was, and still is, a career worth paying tribute to. In addition to his four King George wins, he was also successful in the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Irish Grand National, the Whitbread Gold Cup, the Victor Chandler Chase and the Tingle Creek, which amazingly came in the same season as his Cheltenham Gold Cup victory. In truth, Desert Orchid was unique - on the day the inaugural Desert Orchid Steeple Chase was held, David Elsworth and Richard Burridge, his trainer and principal owner, were present as part of a memorial service to unveil a plaque next to the life-size statue of Dessie that stands near the parade ring.

In total, the ‘people’s champion’ won 34 of his 71 starts, finished runner-up a further seven times and was third on three occasions. He collected £654,066 in prize-money in his 10 seasons on the racetrack before retiring, after which he fulfilled frequent public appearances thanks to his ‘celebrity’ status.

Desert Orchid seemed to save his best for Kempton Park with seven victories from 13 starts. Four of the seven wins came in the King George and, as much a showman off the track as he was on it, even in retirement still made the annual Boxing Day trip to Kempton to parade to the packed stands.

The Kempton Park story of Dessie, who was trained by Elsworth throughout his career, began with a fall in a novices’ hurdle and ended with a fall when attempting to win the King George for a fifth time. In between, it was all about success.

Ironically, his first win here came on Boxing Day in a novices’ hurdle in 1983 – 11 months after his debut fall – before finishing third on his seasonal debut in October 1984 and then runner-up to Browne’s Gazette in the Christmas Hurdle on another festive visit to the course.

His only visit of the 1985-86 season saw him fall in a hurdle race on the first start of his campaign, but jockey Simon Sherwood led Dessie to his biggest success here when landing the first of four King George’s in 1986. A chase victory in November 1987 was then followed by second place in the Boxing Day feature behind Nupsala.

The second King George arrived in 1988 with Sherwood again on board, before Richard Dunwoody took over the following season, which brought a third King George as well as the Racing Post Chase here in February 1990. By the end of that year, an amazing fourth King George was in the bag.

When the 12-year-old fell attempting to win a fifth King George in 1991, connections decided it was time to bring the curtain down on a legend’s career. The horse, clever as ever, had made the decision for his owners – it was time for a life as a celebrity.

ROLL OF HONOUR

Foaled:

April 11, 1979

Big race wins:

Sire:

Grey Mirage

Dam:

Flower Child

King George VI Chase (1986, 1988, 1989, 1990)

Principal Owner:

Richard Burridge

Chivas Regal Cup (1988)

Trainer:

David Elsworth

Whitbread Gold Cup (1988)

Groom:

Janice Coyle

Tingle Creek (1988)

Career

Record

Victor Chandler Chase (1989)

Races:

71

Cheltenham Gold Cup (1989)

Wins:

34

Racing Post Chase (1990)

Gainsborough Chase (1987, 1989)

Win prize-money: £544,238

Irish Grand National (1990)

Win and place prize-money:

Agfa Diamond Chase (1991) £654,066

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER DESERT ORCHID CHASE

BUN DORAN

TRAINER: TOM GEORGE

JOCKEY: JONATHAN BURKE OWNER: CROSSED FINGERS PARTNERSHIP

GRADE 2 FIRST RUN IN

2006

RUN OVER TWO MILES

3,219 METRES 12 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£80,000

£45,560 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE TRAINER JOCKEY 2019 BUN DORAN Tom George Jonathan Burke 2018 ALTIOR Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville 2017 POLITOLOGUE Paul Nicholls Sam Twiston-Davies 2016 SPECIAL TIARA Henry De Bromhead Noel Fehily 2015 SPRINTER SACRE Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville 2014 SPECIAL TIARA Henry De Bromhead Barry Geraghty 2013 SIRE DE GRUGY Gary Moore Jamie Moore 2012 SANCTUAIRE Paul Nicholls Ruby Walsh 2011 FINIAN’S RAINBOW Nicky Henderson Barry Geraghty 2010 NO RACE 2009 PETIT ROBIN Nicky Henderson Barry Geraghty

An open-looking renewal of the Desert Orchid Chase saw Capeland sent off as favourite as he was stepped-up in class following a comfortable win in a major Ascot handicap.

However, he was taking on regular Graded performer Sceau Royal and the 2019 Arkle winner Duc des Genievres, while Bun Doran arrived on the back of a good effort in a competitive handicap at Newbury last time out.

It was Bun Doran who came out on top with a career-best performance to land the Grade 2 contest, quickening nicely after the secondlast and then he was not for catching.

Altior will be bidding to become the third dual-winner of the Desert Orchid Chase after Voy Por Ustedes (2006 & 2007) and Special Tiara (2014 & 2016)

5⁄10 7⁄10 4⁄10 CARRIED TOP-WEIGHT

WINNING FAVOURITES

TRAINED BY NICKY HENDERSON

KEY CONTENDERS ROUGE VIF

Runner-up in the 2019 renewal of the Wayward Lad, he has made a good start to the current campaign and could progress further. He easily won a Cheltenham handicap on his reappearance before finishing third in the Tingle Creek.

HHH

DUC DES GENIEVRES Winner of the 2019 Arkle, he was second in last year’s running of the Desert Orchid for Willie Mullins before switching to Paul Nicholls ahead of this season. He made an encouraging stable debut when runner-up in a Cheltenham Grade 2.

HHHH ALTIOR Winner of the Desert Orchid in 2018, Altior had an interrupted campaign last season but still remains unbeaten in his fourteen chase starts over two miles, including two Champion Chases. He is the one that they all have to beat here.

HHHHH

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FOURTH RACE 2.30 THE LADBROKES DESERT ORCHID STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

For four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £80000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £34864, 2nd £14312, 3rd £7160, 4th £3576, 5th £1792, 6th £896.

(Penalty Value £45560)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs DUC DES GENIEVRES Jockey-in-form (last 14 days): H Cobden (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) rides DUC DES GENIEVRES

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

age

st-lb

ALTIOR (IRE) (323) 1111/21- CD

10

11-6

Br B g High Chaparral (IRE) - Monte Solaro (IRE) O Mrs Patricia Pugh B Paddy Behan

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Outstanding four-time Cheltenham Festival winner who has met with defeat just once over fences (on return last season). Successful at Newbury when last seen in February and very much the one to beat.

TFRHHHHH BHA172

2

GLOBAL CITIZEN (IRE) (54) 10/414-P CD

Br B g Alkaadhem - Lady Willmurt (IRE) O The Megsons B Martin Byrne

8

11-3

Aidan Coleman J Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart front-running hurdler who matched that form over fences when beating Rouge Vif in the Wayward Lad on this card last year. Reappearance effort at Exeter was below-par though, and has a bit to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA151

3

ROUGE VIF (FR) (22) 4213-13 D

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Rouge Amour (FR) O Kate & Andrew Brooks B S.A.R.L. Ecurie D & A. Montbroussous

6

11-3

Gavin Sheehan J Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T CHD Property S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice last term and looked very good when demolishing useful field in 2m Cheltenham handicap in October. By no means disgraced in the Tingle Creek since and should make his presence felt.

TFRHHHII BHA163

4 DUC DES GENIEVRES (FR) (42) 402F5-2 D Br Gr g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Lobelie (FR) O Sullivan Bloodstock Limited B Mme Colette Serre

7

11-0

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW 2019 Arkle winner for Willie Mullins and was second to Bun Doran in this race last year. Solid effort when runner-up on return/debut for new yard at Cheltenham and should give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA160

5

NUBE NEGRA (SPA) (323) 36/1122- D

6

11-0

Harry Skelton J Br Br g Dink (FR) - Manly Dream (FR) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Mr T. Spraggett B Cuadra Internorte Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took to fences well last season, winning first 2 starts in this sphere prior to solid efforts in defeat in graded races at Sandown and Warwick. However, he has plenty to find in this company.

TFRHHIII BHA152

6

SCEAU ROYAL (FR) (15) 25-1124 D

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sandside (FR) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Mr Guy Vimont

8

11-0

Daryl Jacob J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back over hurdles with a bang this term after a wind op, winning the Welsh Champion at Ffos Las and Elite at Wincanton. Creditable fourth in Cheltenham Grade 2 latest and respected back in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA163 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2019: BUN DORAN (IRE) 8 11 0 Jonathan Burke 4-1 (Tom George) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5.

Stewards Note: GLOBAL CITIZEN: Following its run on 3/11/2020 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Altior (IRE), 6-1 Duc des Genievres (FR), 13-2 Sceau Royal (FR), 8-1 Rouge Vif (FR), 22-1 Nube Negra (SPA), 33-1 Global Citizen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Things didn’t go to plan for ALTIOR last season and he’s not getting any younger, but he was well on top at the finish when landing the Game Spirit on his latest start in February and should prove very hard to beat. Duc Des Genievres and Sceau Royal, second and third respectively in this race 12 months ago, may again fill the places, though Rouge Vif is also likely to play a part.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ALTIOR (IRE) 2.DUC DES GENIEVRES (FR) 3.SCEAU ROYAL (FR) 32

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FIFTH RACE 3.05 THE LADBROKES COMMITTED TO SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)

For four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £40000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £19000, 2nd £6348, 3rd £3176, 4th £1588, 5th £792, 6th £396.

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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs ADRIEN DU PONT Jockey-in-form (last 14 days): H Cobden (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) rides ADRIEN DU PONT

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

CRIEVEHILL (IRE) (22) 1100-00

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Ma Douce (IRE) O Highclere T’Bred Racing- Crievehill B Maria Mulcahy & George Durrheim

age

st-lb

8

12-0

Jordan Nailor (5) J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Kicked off last term with wins at Wetherby/Haydock but has struggled since, including both starts this season.

TFRHHIII BHA147

2

COMMANCHE RED (IRE) (36) 3313-P4 C

Br Ch g Mahler - Auntie Bob O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire B Mr J. Travers

7

11-12

Tom Cannon J Chris Gordon, Winchester T Owley Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who made a successful handicap debut over fences at this meeting last year. However, he’s been well below his best in 2 starts this term so questions to answer here.

TFRHHHII BHA145

3

DOUBLE SHUFFLE (IRE) (79) P0/050-0 CD

Br B g Milan - Fiddlers Bar (IRE) O Crossed Fingers Partnership B A. W. Young

10

11-9

Gavin Sheehan J Tom George, Slad T HBA Media S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser at his peak. Losing run stands at 17, however, and little encouragement on return.

TFRHHHII BHA142

4 ADRIEN DU PONT (FR) (57) 30/P46-0 CD Br B g Califet (FR) - Santariyka (FR) O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B Thierry Cypres

8

11-9

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of this race 2 years ago off 2lb higher but failed to hit those heights in 3 runs last season and didn’t find much at Ascot on return.

TFRHHHII BHA142

5

ROYALE PAGAILLE (FR) (25) 5F2/23-1

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR) O Mrs S. Ricci B Mr Philippe Mace

6

11-7

Aidan Coleman J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French hurdler/chaser who got right back on track with impressive reappearance victory in 21.6f Haydock novice chase 25 days ago. This demands more but remains unexposed.

TFRHHHHI BHA140

6

SOUPY SOUPS (IRE) (119) 22P-561 D

Br Ch g Stowaway - Near Dunleer (IRE) O Equi ex Incertis Partners B Joe Brennan

9

11-6

Robert Dunne J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Wild Beer Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced good record at Perth when resuming winning ways there in August but more needed up 7lb on first run since.

TFRHHHII BHA139

7

DARLAC (FR) (24) F5-F221

7

Br B or Br g Lucarno (USA) - Pail Mel (FR) O Mrs G. C. Pritchard B Francois Rimaud

11-5

A. P. Heskin J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fontwell maiden hurdle winner (19.2f) who seems to be getting his act together over fences, off the mark at Wincanton last time, but needs to step up raised 11lb in a better race.

TFRHHHHI BHA138

8

THE KINGS WRIT (IRE) (22) 2/3220-3 D

Br B g Brian Boru - Letterwoman (IRE) O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens B Patrick Mulcahy

9

11-4

Mr Joshua Newman (7) J Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap chaser who was runner-up twice last season under this rider. Had a recent spin over hurdles (shaped well) after 9 months off so should be ready to go.

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ERICK LE ROUGE (FR) (50) 5014-0F C

Br Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Imperia II (FR) O The Culverhill Racing Club B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

6

11-4

Ciaran Gethings J Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T Nick & Jane Williams Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over fences last term, including a handicap here (20.5f) in January. However, fair bit to prove following 2 disappointing efforts this season.

TFRHHIII BHA137

10 MANOFTHEMOUNTAIN (IRE) (64) 11U1-14 D BF Br B g Mahler - Womanofthemountain (IRE) O Mr Paul G. Jacobs B Mr Gabriel Fahy

7

11-4

Tom Bellamy J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 4 of 5 completed starts over fences, including on return at Bangor. Shaped as if still in good form at Cheltenham since so respected.

TFRHHHII BHA137

11 MELLOW BEN (IRE) (29) 6-655U3 Br B g Beneficial - Mellowthemoonlight (IRE) O Broadsword Group Ltd B Dominic Delaney

7

11-2

Richard Johnson J Chris Gordon, Winchester T Broadsword Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in the opening stages of last season and revived all of a sudden when 4 1/2 lengths third of 16 to Cap du Nord at Newbury last month. Remains on a winning mark.

TFRHHHHH BHA135

12 CAP DU NORD (FR) (29) 4316-41

7

11-0

Jack Tudor (3) J Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Qualite Controlee (FR) Christian Williams, Bridgend T O The Can’t Say No Partnership NAF S B S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian

TIMEFORM VIEW Held his form well last season, scoring at Fakenham in January, and all the better for return when resuming winning ways in big field at Newbury last month. Headgear refitted and should go well again.

TFRHHHHI BHA133

13 SHANTOU VILLAGE (IRE) (29) P0-354U D Br B g Shantou (USA) - Village Queen (IRE) O Mrs Jane Gerard-Pearse B Mrs Mary F. Griffin

10 10-10

Richie McLernon J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the force of old but, having attracted support, he performed respectably back over fences in a handicap at Chepstow. Unseated at the first at Newcastle since.

TFRHHHII BHA129 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2019: JUST A STING (IRE) 7 11 1 Sean Bowen 9-2 (Harry Fry) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 12.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Cap du Nord (FR), 13-2 Royale Pagaille (FR), 8-1 Darlac (FR), 9-1 Adrien du Pont (FR), 11-1 Manofthemountain (IRE), 14-1 Commanche Red (IRE), Mellow Ben (IRE), 16-1 Double Shuffle (IRE), The Kings Writ (IRE), 18-1 Soupy Soups (IRE), 20-1 Erick Le Rouge (FR), Shantou Village (IRE), 33-1 Crievehill (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MELLOW BEN (IRE) 2.CAP DU NORD (FR) 3.ROYALE PAGAILLE (FR)

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It could be worth chancing MELLOW BEN, who looked back to his best when third of 16 to Cap du Nord at Newbury and is 7lb better off with that rival now.

Royale Pagaille looked a different proposition when making a winning return on his third start for this yard at Haydock and is another to consider.

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SIXTH RACE 3.40 THE WATCH RACING FREE ONLINE AT LADBROKES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

For three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £16400

Owners Prize Money. 1st £7430, 2nd £2462, 3rd £1232, 4th £615, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £9747)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs CHRISTOPHER WOOD Jockey-in-form (last 14 days): H Cobden (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) rides CHRISTOPHER WOOD

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

CHRISTOPHER WOOD (IRE) (29) 4010-30 D

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Surf The Web (IRE) O Ms Sharon Kinsella B Airlie Stud

age

st-lb

5

11-13

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdle/Flat winner who returned after 4 months off with encouraging third in first-time cheekpieces in 20f Bangor handicap hurdle. Disappointed at Newbury since and tongue tie now added. TFRHHHII BHA141

2

STERNRUBIN (GER) (65) 3264/2-F D

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Sworn Mum (GER) O Mr Terry Warner B Gestut Karlshof

9

11-12

Richard Johnson J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat/over hurdles and was as good as ever when second in a handicap at Warwick in May 2019.

Fell on belated reappearance in October but he’s in top hands.

TFRHHHII BHA140

3

HANG IN THERE (IRE) (29) 15F-666 D

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) O Tim Syder & Andrew Gemmell B Mr Daniel Furini

6

11-6

Tom Bellamy J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked very useful prospect when landing Cheltenham Grade 2 last November. Hasn’t yet happened this term, sixth all outings in handicaps but latest Newbury run was the best of the trio. Back in trip.

TFRHHHHH BHA134

4 DINO VELVET (FR) (78) 6-30340 D Br B g Naaqoos - Matgil (FR) O McNeill Family & Niall Farrell B Mr Herve Viallon

7

11-5

A. P. Heskin J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Underwent wind surgery after a below-par display at Market Rasen in July. Much more like it when fourth in a competitive handicap back there in September but he failed to fire at Chepstow.

TFRHHHII BHA133

5

TORIGNI (FR) (43) 01-3

4

11-4

Daryl Jacob J Br B g Palace Episode (USA) - Princesse Stesa (FR) Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Ptarmigan Media Limited S B Mr Markus Nigge & Mme Sabine Nigge

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced ex-French gelding who landed 2m juvenile hurdle (37/1) at Dieppe in June 2019. Easy to back but ran with credit when third of 9 on handicap/stable debut at Wetherby last month.

TFRHHHII BHA132

6

FARO DE KERSER (FR) (41) 1/405-11 D

Br B g Ungaro (GER) - Nuit de Kerser (FR) O The Twenty One Partnership B Mme Kerstin Drevet

5

11-4

Nico de Boinville J Tom George, Slad T HBA Media S

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive winner of a juvenile hurdle in France in 2018 and landed a brace of 5-y-o contests for this yard over the Channel this autumn. Revised mark does look stiff, however.

TFRHHHII BHA132

7

RIVER BRAY (IRE) (24) 202-5U1

Br Ch g Arakan (USA) - Cill Fhearga (IRE) O The River Bray Syndicate B Mr John William Noonan

7

11-3

Ciaran Gethings J Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple T Hartnoll Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice last season and back to winning ways ridden prominently at Wincanton 3 weeks ago.

Up 6lb in a much deeper race.

TFRHHHII BHA131

8

CADZAND (IRE) (39) 1/32-21 D

Br B g Stowaway - Queens Mark (IRE) O CHELSEA THOROUGHBREDS - CADZAND B Frank Motherway

5

11-1

Harry Skelton J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Oliver Brown S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred point winner. Placed in a couple of bumpers last season and ran out an impressive winner on second hurdle start at Warwick (2m, soft) last month. Type to go on improving.

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THE BEES KNEES (IRE) (44) 3-33114 D BF

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Dolphins View (IRE) O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick B Jay Brennan

5

11-0

Max Kendrick (3) J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive young hurdler who followed up his Newton Abbot win with most impressive wide-margin success in Musselburgh handicap. Creditable fourth in a competitive Cheltenham handicap last time. TFRHHHII BHA128

10 CROOKS PEAK (GB) (16) 40-5420 CD

7

11-0

David England J Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Ballcrina Girl (IRE) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Simon & Lisa Hobson - Crooks Peak B Derwent Dene Farm Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a smart hurdling prospect in early 2019 for Philip Hobbs but made low-key start over fences since.

Back hurdling now for new yard after a wind op and he was spared a hard race at Cheltenham.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

11 MAGIC DANCER (GB) (44) 420-450 CD

8

Br B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - King’s Siren (IRE) O The Magic Partnership B Littleton Stud

10-8

Conor Brassil (5) J Kerry Lee, Presteigne T Horseracing.Net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Have to go back to 2018 for the last time he tasted success, though he’s a regular in good-quality handicaps and he hasn’t had the rub of the green this season. Visor replaces usual cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA122

12 EDDIEMAURICE (IRE) (37) 1/6313-0 CD

9

Br Ch g Captain Rio - Annals O Mr J. L. Flint B Mr Declan Murphy

10-8

Robert Dunne J John Flint, Bridgend T

TIMEFORM VIEW Good servant for this yard and a regular in this event winning in 2018 before another solid effort a year ago.

Should be spot on following last month’s Ascot outing.

TFRHHHII BHA122

13 ALWAYS RESOLUTE (GB) (16) 12U/6-00 D

9

10-4

Dave Crosse J Br B g Refuse To Bend (IRE) - Mad Annie (USA) Ian Williams, Alvechurch T O Ne-Chance Lenat International UK Ltd., Ne-Chance.Co.UK S B Jarvis Associates

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 20f winner during 2018/19 campaign. Fit from winning on the Flat but hurdles efforts of late hardly brimming with promise.

TFRHHIII BHA118

14 VISION CLEAR (GER) (34) 52-3255 CD Br B g Soldier Hollow - Vive Madame (GER) O Mr Tony Head B Gestut Auenquelle

5

10-0

Jamie Moore J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in May of last year but hasn’t scored since and recent efforts in headgear (left off now) suggest he’s gone off the boil.

TFRHHHII BHA114

15 SORBET (GB) (36) 522-220

5

Br B m Passing Glance - Fireburst O Mrs P. Toye B Mrs P. J. Toye

10-0

Jack Quinlan J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still without a win but finished second for fourth consecutive start in 2m Warwick handicap last month, keeping on late. Turned in a flat display at Huntingdon and this is a better race.

TFRHHIII BHA113 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2019: MIRANDA (IRE) 4 10 11 Harry Cobden 12-1 (Paul Nicholls) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 9.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 7, 13.

PLAY SMARTER

There’s definitely a bigger performance in HANG IN THERE, who travelled with purpose until his stamina was stretched at Newbury a month ago. Eased a further 2lb and back over 2m, he could well be the answer to this tricky puzzle, with the Dan Skelton-trained pair Cadzand and Crooks Peak just a couple of potential threats.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HANG IN THERE (IRE) 2.CADZAND (IRE) 3.CROOKS PEAK

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Sixth Race

Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Cadzand (IRE), 7-1 The Bees Knees (IRE), 8-1 Hang In There (IRE), 9-1 Torigni (FR), 14-1 Christopher Wood (IRE), Faro De Kerser (FR), River Bray (IRE), Crooks Peak (GB), 16-1 Sternrubin (GER), Magic Dancer (GB), Eddiemaurice (IRE), 22-1 Dino Velvet (FR), 25-1 Vision Clear (GER), 28-1 Sorbet (GB), 66-1 Always Resolute (GB)

TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.45 - THE GET YOUR LADBROKES £1 FREE BET INTRODUCTORY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10009 to the winning horse The second to receive £2956, the third £1478, the fourth £739, the fifth £369 and the sixth £185. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not RUN in more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £80 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries at £80. Closed December 21st, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7600; Second £2539; Third £1270; Fourth £635; Fifth £317; Sixth £158. (Penalty Value £10009.60) A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.20 - THE LADBROKES WAYWARD LAD NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18224 to the winning horse The second to receive £6838, the third £3424 and the fourth £1705. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £160 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap steeple chase 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age steeple chase 5lb.

Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until November 1st, 2021. Ladbrokes will also present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 6 entries at £160. - Closed December 21st, 2020. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £13946; Second £5725; Third £2864; Fourth £1430. (Penalty Value £18224) A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.55 - THE PLAY LADBROKES 5-A-SIDE ON FOOTBALL MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10009 to the winning horse The second to receive £2956, the third £1478, the fourth £739, the fifth £369 and the sixth £185. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. £80 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Penalties, after December 19th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 6lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code.

PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, 2 at £16 and 13 at £80. - Closed December 21st, 2020.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £7600; Second £2539; Third £1270; Fourth £635; Fifth £317; Sixth £158.

(Penalty Value £10009.60) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.30 - THE LADBROKES DESERT ORCHID STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45560 to the winning horse The second to receive £17096, the third £8560, the fourth £4264, the fifth £2144 and the sixth £1072. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £400 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, December 23rd and pay £2500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2019, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 steeple chase 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France).

Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until November 1st, 2021. Ladbrokes will also present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 10 entries at £400. - Closed December 21st, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £34864; Second £14312; Third £7160; Fourth £3576; Fifth £1792; Sixth £896. (Penalty Value £45560) A SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.05 - THE LADBROKES COMMITTED TO SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25024 to the winning horse The second to receive £7392, the third £3696, the fourth £1848, the fifth £924 and the sixth £464. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th.

Penalties, after December 19th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code.

PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, 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 28 entries at £200. - Closed December 21st, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £19000; Second £6348; Third £3176; Fourth £1588; Fifth £792; Sixth £396. (Penalty Value £25024) SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.40 - THE WATCH RACING FREE ONLINE AT LADBROKES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9747 to the winning horse The second to receive £2862, the third £1431, the fourth £715, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Penalties, after December 19th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 25 entries at £75. - Closed December 21st, 2020. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £7430; Second £2462; Third £1232; Fourth £615; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £9747) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.

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