Aintree Racecard - Saturday 3rd December

THE JOCKEY CLUB WELCOMES YOU

Hello and welcome back to Aintree Racecourse for another afternoon of quality racing.

We have so much in store for you today, from festive carolling to a racecard packed full of thrilling action The Boylesports Becher Chase Day is one we really look forward to each year and the team and I are delighted to have you all here with us. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Boylesports, for very kindly supporting the whole racecard today. We wish them and their guests a wonderful day with us. Things will get underway this morning at 11.45am, with The Boylesports Best Odds Guaranteed Novices’ Hurdle Race, with the last of today’s runners going to post at 3.15pm. Undoubtedly the highlight of today will be the Boylesports Becher Handicap Steeple Chase, where we will once again get to see some spectacular racing over the iconic Grand National fences.

We also can’t wait to see last season’s Randox Grand National Winner, Noble Yeats, return to the track to run in the Boylesports Many Clouds Chase at 1.30pm, where he is expected to take on the likes of the Nicky Henderson-trained Chantry House and Ahoy Senor for Lucinda Russell. Top-class racing is one thing we are never short of here at Aintree, and another thing you can always be sure of is entertainment and fun for the whole family The much-loved Haydock Band will be out and about providing the perfect musical warm-up to racing, while a choir singing Christmas carols will be located on the Earl of Derby balcony for two hours before racing begins.

Another thing we are really excited about is our brand-new sensory room, which we have been working over the last number of months and will be trialled today before a full roll-out later next year The room is designed to provide a safe space for those who need it most during racing and we hope it will be a great success.

After today it goes without saying that all of our attentions will be well and truly fixed on our next meeting The Randox Grand National Meeting. Taking place from the 13th 15h April 2023, with the Grand National itself being staged on Saturday 15th. Tickets are still available to buy online, and you can find out more by visiting https://www thejockeyclub.co.uk/aintree/

For now, we wish you all a fantastic afternoon with us here at Aintree Racecourse, and I’d like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Warm Wishes,

DICKON WHITE North West Regional Director

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RACEDAY OFFICIALS Race

Stewards

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Caroline Tellwright (Stewards' Panel Chair) Josie Brown, Beth Dowswell, Robert McCarthy

Starters

Robert Supple, Stuart Turner, Seamus O'Neill

Handicapper Chris Nash

Shaun Mitchell, Alec Dent, Karen West, Jane Southam, Martin Knight, Louise Neale Judge Nick Bostock

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Veterinary Surgeons

Paddy McAndrew

Jim Tipp

Chris Proudman

John Burgess

Kate Sumner

Alasdair Topp Graham Potts Sue Taylor

Seamus Miller Kerry Comb Ellen Singer

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RACING

AINTREE - FIRST RACE

11.45am

The Boylesports Best Odds Guaranteed Novices’ Hurdle Race (Qualifier) (GBB Race) 12-13

AINTREE SECOND RACE

12.20pm The Boylesports Best Odds Guaranteed On Racing Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race) 18-19

AINTREE THIRD RACE

12.55pm The Boylesports Moneyback Meetings Everyday Fillies’ Juvenile Hurdle Race (Listed Race) (GBB Race) 22-23

AINTREE FOURTH RACE

1.30pm

The Boylesports Many Clouds Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race) 28-29

AINTREE FIFTH RACE

2.05pm The Boylesports Becher Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race) 34-36

AINTREE SIXTH RACE

2.40pm The Boylesports Daily Money Back 2nd Handicap Chase (GBB Race) 38-39

AINTREE - SEVENTH RACE

3.50pm The Boylesports Extra Places Daily Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race) 42-43

SANDOWN PARK - FIRST RACE

12.00pm The Brian Giles Memorial ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race) 46-47

SANDOWN PARK SECOND RACE 12.35pm The Goffs Tingle Creek Sale Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Qualifier) 48-49

SANDOWN PARK THIRD RACE

1.10pm The Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle Race (Qualifier) (GBB Race) 50-51

SANDOWN PARK FOURTH RACE

1.45pm The Close Brothers Henry VIII Novices’ Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race) 53

SANDOWN PARK FIFTH RACE

2.20pm The Betfair Daily Rewards Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race) 54-55

SANDOWN PARK SIXTH RACE

2.55pm The Betfair Tingle Creek Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race) 56-57

SANDOWN PARK SEVENTH RACE

3.50pm The Winners Wear Cavani Menswear London National Handicap Chase (GBB Race) 58-59

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Stewards Note:

NOLLYADOR: Following its run on 20/2/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left handed and lost a shoe PLEASANT MAN: Following its run on 26/2/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. UNCLE ARTHUR: Following its run on 26/10/2022 it was reported that the horse could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Strong Leader (GB), 4-1 Etalon (IRE), 13-2 Pleasant Man (GB), 10-1 Nollyador (FR), 11-1 Our Marty (FR), 12-1 Jaramillo (GB), 14-1 Gaelic Park (IRE), 22-1 Uncle Arthur (GB), 150-1 Governor Green (IRE)

STRONG LEADER was impressive in bumpers and wasn’t hard pressed to make a successful start over hurdles at Uttoxeter recently With big improvement on the cards, he’s taken to defy a penalty at the likely expense of Etalon, who made a positive start in this sphere in a novice at Warwick. Nollyador was fairly useful in bumpers and should take to this new discipline, so he’s also considered.

BONUS

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2021: NORTH LODGE (IRE) 4 10 12 A P Heskin 14-1 (Alan King) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7, 8.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STRONG LEADER 2.ETALON (IRE) 3.NOLLYADOR (FR)

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The Doncaster January Sale is the first horses-in-training sale of the year and has recently sold horses up to £370,000.

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9 PADDY’S FANCY (GB) (19) 1 11-0

Br Gr f New Bay Likelihood (USA)

Henry Brooke J

O Zoe Hassall & George Hassall Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd Swansway S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat but switch to hurdles/fitting of cheekpieces did the trick at Leicester where she justified support in a 7-runnerjuvenileevent.Probablycapableofwinningmoreracesinthisspherebutplentymorewillbeneededatthislevel. TFRHHIII BHA-

10 PEPSIWITHACAP (IRE) (31) 62100 D 11-0

Br B f Dawn Approach (IRE) Zamid (FR) Luke Dempsey J

O Go Again Racing Club Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Mrs J. Norris

TIMEFORM VIEWFlatwinnerwhomadeitthirdtimeluckyoverhurdlesinaKillarneymaideninAugust.Wellheldbothsubsequentstartsinthis sphere,though,andwhilesherepresentsayardthathaslandedthisracetwiceinrecentyears,othersmakemoreappeal. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: SEA SESSIONS 3 10 12 Jonathan Burke 8-1 (Ross O’Sullivan) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9, 10

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Dixon Cove (GER), 7-1 Isaline de Chandou (FR), 17-2 Old Victoria (FR), 10-1 Calico (FR), 12-1 Obsessedwithyou (FR), 18-1 Paddy’s Fancy (GB), 20-1 Pepsiwithacap (IRE), 22-1 Dubai Clover (IRE), 40-1 Arch Enemy (IRE)

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Ready preference is for DIXON COVE, who looked a filly of real potential when coasting home on debut for Paul Nicholls at Hereford and she’s already proven at a higher level having been third in a French Grade 3 during the spring. Old Victoria, another import from the other side of the Channel, can be expected to leave her Down Royal run well behind and she is second choice. The French connection continues with Galic-raider Isaline de Chandou, who looks the clear pick of the remainder

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EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting. Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered 3 or 4 runners: all to win. Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2 5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd 8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DIXON COVE (GER) 2.OLD VICTORIA (FR) 3.ISALINE DE CHANDOU (FR)

Nicky Henderson gives the greenlight on the former Turners’ winner Chantry House to return to action and he bolted up by 32 lengths on his only run at Aintree, while Ascot superstar Dashel Drasher also made his first start here a winning one last month and will be looking to add to his already impressive tally

Last season’s Grand National winner Noble Yeats took a Listed contest with ease at Wexford so could be well up for this company, matched by the fast-improving Sounds Russian from the Ruth Jefferson stable who can’t be dismissed either

This race is named in honour of Many Clouds after his victory in 2016.

National Hunt racing by nature breeds heroes, equine and human, who capture a special place in the public’s heart. The legacy of 2015 Grand National winner Many Clouds continues to live on as racing returns to the scene of his greatest triumph.

Trevor Hemmings’ third winner of the Grand National (following Hedgehunter and Ballabriggs) was foaled in 2007, by Cloudings out of Bobbing Back. He was trained by Oliver Sherwood and ridden by Leighton Aspell, who partnered him in all his 27 career starts.

He won 12 races worth £927,732 in prize money, completing two Grand Nationals and winning the 2014 Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury the only horse to have won both big races in the same season. He was a horse so hugely and warmly acclaimed that practically the whole population of Lambourn, where he was trained, turned out to welcome him home after his outstanding Aintree victory under 11st 9lb His honesty and battling determination were the qualities that made people love him, and these attributes were never displayed more vividly than in his final race, Cheltenham’s Cotswold Chase, in January 2017. That day, Many Clouds literally grabbed victory from the jaws of defeat when fighting back in a duel up the famous hill to overcome the brilliant Thistlecrack but tragically he subsequently passed away He is immortalised in Grand National history, not only on the boards of previous winners, but in the hearts of the public.

Six talented individuals head to post for this renewal of the Many Clouds chase, headed by last season’s Mildmay winner Ahoy Senor However, he was soundly beaten by the 10-year-old Sam Brown who ran well with a lot of credit in the Charlie Hall and the pair cross paths again.

Owners Prize Money. 1st £34432, 2nd £14192, 3rd £7096, 4th £3552, 5th £1776, 6th £888. (Penalty Value £45016)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (17 wins from 116 runners, 15%) runs CHANTRY HOUSE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (9 wins from 33 runners, 27%) runs CHANTRY HOUSE

Longest Traveller: NOBLE YEATS trained by E Mullins, Ireland.

AHOY SENOR proved a big disappointment in the Charlie Hall but Lucinda Russell’s most imposing 7-y-o is well worth another chance to confirm himself one of the top staying chasers around by bouncing back to winning ways here. Ruth Jefferson’s upwardly-mobile Sounds Russian takes a step up in grade but is still feared most ahead of Grand National hero Noble Yeats and the likeable Dashel Drasher in a fascinating contest.

The nine-year-old set a relentless gallop out front, after taking the lead after the sixth, and jumped with conviction at each of the Grand National fences to prove she could be a player for the big one in April.

Up 5lb from her previous success and back up in trip, she proved she was a true stayer when battling all the way to the line to fend off the late surge from the Sandy Thomson-trained Hill Sixteen. The pair pulled a further 16 lengths clear of the third-placed Checkitout, who ran with credit to finish third.

The mare subsequently went on to win again at Exeter, before contesting the Grand National, albeit pulled up after the 16th fence, but could still be one to follow again this season.

ASHTOWN LAD

The Skelton’s have been in flying form all season and Ashtown Lad could be beautifully placed here. Although tackling the Grand National fences for the first time, he stayed on promisingly here on his return to action over hurdles, suggesting that this extra two furlongs could be within reach. He proved a very smart novice chaser last season, which could be backed up today.

SNOW LEOPARDESS

History seems to have a case of repeating itself in this contest and Charie Longsdon’s mare could be up for the task again. She bowled out in front last year under Aidan Coleman and with the champion jockey taking over in the saddle, she could prove very hard to oppose Her prep run for this race was cut very short however, pulling up after the first, which would the only concern.

FIVE STAR GETAWAY

Following the trends, Five Star Getaway must come out near the top. He is one of only 5 horses in this year’s field to carry under 11 stone and has the age on his side only being 8-years-old. He finished just fourteenth in the Topham last year but could prove a whole lot better for the experience over the Grand National fences. The longer trip looks to be a bonus too.

HILL SIXTEEN

Last year’s runner-up in the race Hill Sixteen must be worth a mention once again for the Sandy Thompson stable He ran a blinder in this last year and has continued to run with credit ever since. The third in a hot race at Kelso behind Russian Ruler and Aye Right was nothing but creditable and is a proven stayer unlike some others. 9lb higher than last year’s effort would be the slight worry

CAPTAIN KANGAROO

Willie Mullins sends two candidates overseas to conquer this premier handicap. Captain Kangaroo is the best option to side with, looking all the better stepping up in trip last time out over 3m 4f The ground was soft/ heavy on the day, however, and if the heavens open, he could be a serious player for the champion trainer.

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CLOTH CAP (IRE) (41) 46R3P-5 D 10 11-7

Br B g Beneficial Cloth Fair (IRE)

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

Richie McLernon J

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Mr S. Spillane Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWClassystayerbuthasseenapromisingcareerderailedbyapparentphysicalproblems,reportedlybledwhenpulledupinGrandNational finalstart.Didn’tseehisraceoutagainwhenfifthonhisreappearancehere(MildmayCourse)inOctober Toomuchtoprove TFRHHIII BHA140

10 DR KANANGA (GB) (24) 25112-2 D 8 11-7

Br B g Dapper Crepe de Chine (FR)

Ben Jones J

O Tootell, Tomkies & Tory Ben Clarke, Beaminster T

B Mrs C. M. Bowman Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWProgressivechaserlastseason,winning3times.Switchedtohurdlesonhisreappearanceandranwellforsecondin a 23f Bangor novice. That should put him spot on for this. Potential for better still and high on the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA140

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DECLARED RUNNERS 23 2021: SNOW LEOPARDESS 9 10 4 Aidan Coleman 4-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 21 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 9, 13, 20, 21, 23.

Stewards Note:

SNOW LEOPARDESS: Following its run on 16/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was p.u after a bad mistake. FAGAN: Following its run on 10/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. DIDERO VALLIS: Following its run on 20/11/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Gesskille (FR), 9-1 Ashtown Lad (IRE), 12-1 Captain Kangaroo (IRE), 14-1 Snow Leopardess (GB), 16-1 Hill Sixteen (GB), Dr Kananga (GB), The Wolf (FR), 18-1 De Rasher Counter (GB), 20-1 Fantastikas (FR), Five Star Getaway (IRE), Percussion (GB), 22-1 Recite A Prayer (IRE), 33-1 Fortescue (GB), Cloth Cap (IRE), Enqarde (FR), Now Where Or When (IRE), 40-1 Rapid Flight (GB), Didero Vallis (FR), 50-1 Francky du Berlais (FR), Domaine de L’Isle (FR), 66-1 The Jam Man (IRE), 100-1 Fagan (GB), Minella Bobo (IRE)

GESSKILLE took really well to these fences when narrowly denied in the Grand Sefton and is taken to go one better now stepping back up in trip The Dan Skelton stable has notched big chase wins on the last 2 weekends and Ashtown Lad heads the dangers on the back of a solid reappearance run over hurdles. Dr Kananga, another who should be sharper for a recent spin over hurdles, likely has more to offer over fences and is also on the shortlist along with last year’s runner-up Hill Sixteen.

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Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Riders Onthe Storm (IRE), 7-1 Brave Seasca (FR), 8-1 Gunsight Ridge (GB), 9-1 Knight In Dubai (IRE), 11-1 Kiltealy Briggs (IRE), Cooper’s Cross (IRE), 12-1 Elvis Mail (FR), 14-1 Clan Legend (GB), 18-1 Wishing And Hoping (IRE), 20-1 Empire Steel (IRE), 22-1 Kap Auteuil (FR), 25-1 Schiehallion Munro (GB), 33-1 Handsworth (IRE)

A high-class chaser in his pomp, RIDERS ONTHE STORM capitalised on his much-reduced mark under an excellent ride to land the Old Roan Chase (strong form) on return. Consistency hasn’t always been his strong suit but a 2lb higher mark certainly doesn’t look prohibitive if arriving in the same groove and he could be worth siding with to enhance his already sound C&D record Improving 7-y-o Cooper’s Cross, Brave Seasca and Irish-raider Handsworth head up the dangers.

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3 of his 4 starts since,keeping on for third at Ascot (15.7f) 2weeks back. Longer trip may just be worth exploringhere. TFRHHHII BHA124 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2021: TAMAR BRIDGE (IRE) 6 11 0 A P Heskin 2-1 (Olly Murphy) 13 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5, 10, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Stewards Note:

WALKING ON AIR: Following its run on 9/4/2022 it was reported that the horse ran greenly and jumped poorly

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Walking On Air (IRE), 4-1 Langer Dan (IRE), 7-1 Harbour Lake (IRE), 11-1 Herbiers (FR), 12-1 Sizing Pottsie (FR), 14-1 Benson (GB), 16-1 Skippin Court (IRE), 18-1 Hardi du Mesnil (FR), 20-1 Foster’sisland (GB), 25-1 Bold Plan (IRE), 28-1 Ballyhome (IRE), Romeo Brown (GB), Whizz Kid (GER)

WALKING ON AIR found his relative inexperience catching him out in Grade 1 company here at the National Meeting but he’d looked a most exciting prospect when successful on hurdles bow at Newbury previously and he could be worth siding with to get back on track now handicapping on return. Foster’sisland, who arrives on the back of a smashing second at Wetherby, Harbour Lake, back at 2 1/2m, and Langer Dan head up the dangers in the finale

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Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) Forever Present (IRE) (Presenting) Tom Cannon J O Netherfield House Stud Alan King, Barbury Castle T B Netherfield House Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 2 of her 3 starts in bumpers. Yet to get her head in front over hurdles but far from discredited when second of 4 in a handicap at Ludlow when last seen 7 months ago Tongue tied for her return. TFRHHHII BHA107

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(IRE) (20) 6234-25 7 10-2

Br B m Arcadio (GER) Barrack Buster (Bigstone (IRE)) James Best J

O Dan Shaw Simon Clare Andy Irvine Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Paul Doyle Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap hurdler who returned with a creditable effort when runner-up at Plumpton on reappearance. Failed to back it up at Fontwell since, though. TFRHHIII BHA97

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: SHIROCCO’S DREAM (IRE) 6 10 9 Brendan Powell 4-1 (Colin Tizzard) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6, 7, 9. Hood worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1, 6, 7, 9. Stewards Note: WHISKY EXPRESS: Following its run on 4/11/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped and hung right.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Coquelicot (FR), 9-2 West Balboa (IRE), 7-1 Whitehotchillifili (IRE), 15-2 Merry Poppins (GER), 10-1 Terresita (IRE), 11-1 Plenty of Time (IRE), 12-1 Whisky Express (GB), 14-1 Moonamacaroona (GB), 18-1 Brown Bullet (IRE), 33-1 Peltwell (IRE)

WEST BALBOA is unexposed and found only the talented Stage Star too good in a Grade 2 event when last seen. As such, a mark of 127 could prove lenient, and she takes preference over recent winner Coquelicot, who should go well again under a positive ride Whitehotchillifili is another one to consider

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9 SCARPIA (IRE) (274) 5/201r0- 8 10-9

Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) Bunglasha Lady (IRE) (Snurge) Nico de Boinville J

O Mrs T. Brown Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Desmond Devereux

TIMEFORMVIEWCareerbestwhenmakingallatPlumpton(25)attheendofJanuary BlottedhiscopybookbyrunningoutatDoncasterthefollowingweek andweakenedtofinishwellheldatNewburyfinalstart.Subsequentlyhadwindsurgery Returnswithhisstableingoodform. TFRHHHII BHA123

10 NAMBITI (FR) (18) 14123-F

4 10-7

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) Cheyrac (FR) (Smadoun (FR)) Charlie Deutsch J

O Syders & Burkes

Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful over hurdles/fences in France. 15/2, in second when fell 3 out in Hereford handicap chase on reappearance for new stable last month, although it was too far out to predict where he would have finished. Back hurdling now. TFRHHHII BHA122

11 SIROBBIE (IRE) (160) 4423-15 D BF

Br Br g Arakan (USA) Presentbreeze (IRE) (Presenting)

8 10-6

Charlie Todd J

O Mr Richard J. Gurr Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Michael. C. Griffin Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 25f Huntingdon handicap in May. Respectable fifth in competitive Summer Cup (chase) at Uttoxeter the following month (final start for David Bridgwater). Joined a good stable.Interesting runner TFRHHHHI BHA120

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2021: PILEON (IRE) 7 10 8 Ben Jones 5-2 (Philip Hobbs) 12 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 7. Visor worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 9. Stewards Note: SCARPIA: Following its run on 4/3/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Call Me Lord (FR), Halo des Obeaux (FR), 7-1 Sidi Ismael (FR), 9-1 Bridge North (IRE), Sirobbie (IRE), 11-1 Dolphin Square (IRE), 12-1 Nambiti (FR), 14-1 Copperhead (GB), 16-1 Wilde About Oscar (IRE), 20-1 Scarpia (IRE), 50-1 Midnightreflection (GB)

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There should be more to come from BRIDGE NORTH now stepping back up to 3m so he gets the vote for the Henry Daly team. Halo des Obeaux saw it out well under gruelling conditions over 2 1/2m here last time and could also benefit from this longer distance so he’s feared most. Sirobbie is also of interest now setting out for new trainer Ian Williams, particularly if the betting vibes are strong.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRIDGE NORTH (IRE) 2.HALO DES OBEAUX (FR) 3.SIROBBIE (IRE)

After getting off the mark at Warwick on his previous start, Edwardstone arrived in fine form for the Alan King team.

Tom Cannon was happy for Harry Skelton and Third Time Lucki to get on with things out in front and he positioned Edwardstone in behind the leader

Third Time Lucki made sure they went an honest pace but his early exertions and over exuberance at his fences soon bought him back into the grasp of Edwardstone. He cruised into the lead coming into the turn and quickly put the race to bed once Tom asked for his effort. It was a fine effort in what would turn into a memorable season.

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HERMES BOY (FR) (37) 21423-5 5 10-4 Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) Roche Brune (FR) (Ragmar (FR)) David Noonan J O The Culverhill Racing Club IV

Jane Williams, South Molton T

S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis Culverhill Farm Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWLookedahorsetofollowthistimelastyearbuthasunderwhelmedsubsequently SeeminglyneededtherunonseasonalreappearanceatWorcester(10/1,20f) inOctober,butdidgiveencouragementhecouldregainthewinningthreadagainthisterm.Each-waychanceinfirst-timecheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA119 10 JUST

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Br Gr g Rajsaman (FR) Yachtclubgenoa (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE)) Kevin Brogan J O Mr K. W. Bell John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T B Compagnia Generale SRL K W Bell Group Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Back to last winning mark and was in the process of running well as even money favourite when fell 3 out at Leicester last month. Cheekpieces return but likely to find this much too competitive. TFR

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Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (30 wins from 134 runners, 22%) runs SHISHKIN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (13 wins from 46 runners, 28%) runs GREANETEEN

Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2014, 2017, 2020 and 2021. The stable runs GREANETEEN today.

Longest Travellers: DUNVEGAN trained by P A Fahy, GENTLEMAN DE MEE trained by W P Mullins both Ireland.

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two-mile chasing division. He won’t have it easy though, with both last year’s winner Greaneteen and Sporting Life Arkle hero Edwardstone having proven course form in what should be a race to savour

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In the event of abandonment before racing, or up to the ‘Weighed-In’ of the first race there will be a full refund of admission and car parking costs. In the event of abandonment after the ‘Weighed-In’ of the first race up to the ‘Weighed-In’ of the third race or nominated feature race, whichever is later, there will be a 50% refund of admission and car parking costs. In the event of abandonment thereafter there will be no refunds. No cash refunds to be paid on the day. All refunds to be administered after the meeting by post.

Admission Policy

The management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone, and to remove any person, without assigning a reason if their behaviour is considered to be antisocial or likely to be disruptive.

Meeting Point

If you become lost from your friends or family or simply wish to arrange a suitable meeting point, the Princess Royal Stand reception is our recommended location.

Emergency Notice

In an event of an emergency please be guided by our security stewards and by messages you will see and hear around the racecourse. We would advice that you keep your personal belongings with you at all times. In the event of an evacuation please do as requested by Aintree Management and security staff They will direct you to a safe place. Do not attempt to regain access to buildings. Feedback We are always pleased to hear from our customers and are grateful for any feedback you can provide about your visit today. There are short contact forms available online at thejockeyclub.co.uk/aintree and we value your comments.

The Course Is For Horses

Please keep off the track. The track is for horses, their jockeys and stable staff, please keep them and yourselves safe by remaining inside the barriers. Anyone trespassing on the track will be: Liable to arrest and prosecution; Ejected immediately; Banned from all future Aintree race meetings; May face a nationwide racecourse ban.

Health And Safety Notice

The Racecourse would be grateful if you would observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you are at Aintree Racecourse. The emergency exits from the bars onto the grandstand steppings are painted yellow and we would request that you do not stop whilst in this area. We would also request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing ramp and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting on to the actual racecourse. We would also like to remind racegoers that the first aid room is located on the Ground Floor of the County Stand. Should anyone require any assistance please speak to the nearest steward.

Notices

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone without assigning a reason for so doing.

Parade Ring Access

In the interests of safety, access to the parade ring is strictly limited to Owners and Trainers with runners in the race, British Horseracing Authority Officials and Racecourse Officials who are on duty at the meeting and Emergency Service Personnel. Those people holding badges or accreditation that allow access to the Parade Ring are asked to refrain from entering this area unless it is absolutely necessary in the course of their business.

Photography

Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes in the public enclosures. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without prior accreditation being obtained. Flash photography is not permitted anywhere in the Parade Ring or Winner’s Enclosure areas, or anywhere in the close vicinity of horses.

Racehorse & Jockey Welfare

The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to British Horseracing. All racehorses competing in Britain are stabled at the premises of trainers who are licensed by The British Horseracing Authority. The standards demanded by The BHA of licensed racehorse trainers far exceed those prescribed by animal welfare legislation. The British Horseracing Authority similarly licenses every racecourse, setting high standards for the racing surface and all parts of the course used by competitors, both human and equine. BHA Officials ensure that racecourses delivers these standards. In addition Aintree Racecourse employs a minimum of three veterinary surgeons, whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse. In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the racecourse’s veterinary team. Qualified paramedics and doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey. If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment. If necessary, horses and riders will be transported from the course to receive further treatment at the nearest equine hospital or Accident & Emergency hospital.

First Race 11.45 THE BOYLESPORTS BEST ODDS GUARANTEED NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6371 to the winning horse The second to receive £2935, the third £1467 and the fourth £734. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £58 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 1st. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 29th, 2023. 21 entries at £58. Closed November 28th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4882; Second £2442; Third £1220; Fourth £611. (Penalty Value £6371.82)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.20 - THE BOYLESPORTS BEST ODDS GUARANTEED ON RACING NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 the fourth £690 the fifth £350 and the sixth £350 for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 1st. Penalties, after November 26th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the best turned out horse 8 entries, at £55. Closed November 28th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574; Fifth £280; Sixth £280 (Penalty Value £5990.60)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 12.55 - THE BOYLESPORTS MONEYBACK MEETINGS EVERYDAY FILLIES’ JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £14067 to the winning horse The second to receive £5300 the third £2652, the fourth £1325, the fifth £665, the sixth £332, the seventh £165 and the eighth £85. for juvenile three yrs old fillies only Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 1st. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weightfor-age hurdle race 5lb BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 13 entries at £125. Closed November 28th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10760; Second £4435; Third £2218; Fourth £1110; Fifth £555; Sixth £278; Seventh £138; Eighth £70. (Penalty Value £14067.50) A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 1.30 - THE BOYLESPORTS MANY CLOUDS STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £45016 to the winning horse The second to receive £16960, the third £8488, the fourth £4240, the fifth £2128 and the sixth £1064. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2021, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 / Premier Handicap 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) BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Boylesports. 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 November 28th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £34432; Second £14192; Third £7096; Fourth £3552; Fifth £1776; Sixth £888. (Penalty Value £45016) A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 2.05 - THE BOYLESPORTS BECHER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £84195 to the winning horse The second to receive £31665, the third £15825, the fourth £7905, the fifth £3975, the sixth £1980 the seventh £1020 the eighth £540 the ninth £300 and the tenth £150 for six yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 8th and pay £225 stake, Confirm by noon, November 28th and pay £525, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 1st. Penalties, after November 13th, 2022, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st). To be ridden by Jockeys or Amateur Jockeys who, before the Confirmation stage, have ridden not less than 15 winners in steeple chases or hurdle races under the Rules of Racing and/or the Rules of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and ridden not less than 10 of these winners in steeple chases.. BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Boylesports. 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 This race will be restricted to 30 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R31 and R32. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 34 to 38 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and paragraphs 62 to 65 of the Race Entry Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24 hour stage proves necessary Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for this race The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. on the day before the race The British Horseracing Authority may exercise its powers under Rule (I)2 to refuse to allow a horse duly entered to run when it has reason to be concerned about the horse’s suitability for the race All runners must be presented to the BHA Veterinary Officers for a pre-race veterinary inspection and must pass the inspection. Any horse considered unfit to run will be withdrawn by order of the Stewards of the Meeting under Rule (H)7.4. Horses may be presented on the morning of racing as advised. Subject to the discretion of the Stewards, any horse which is not presented for a veterinary inspection by the advised time will not be permitted to run under Rule (H)7.4. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday, November 13th may be taken into account. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 43 entries, 18 at £225, 25 at £750 Closed November 8th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £64440; Second £26520; Third £13260; Fourth £6630; Fifth £3315; Sixth £1650; Seventh £840; Eighth £405; Ninth £210; Tenth £105. (Penalty Value £84195) Weights raised 11lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 2.40 THE BOYLESPORTS

DAILY MONEY BACK 2ND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

2)

(GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £20576 to the winning horse The second to receive £9460, the third £4732, the fourth £2364, the fifth £1184, the sixth £588, the seventh £296 and the eighth £148. 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 1st. Penalties, after November 26th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Boylesports. 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 21 entries, at £200 Closed November 28th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15712; Second £7856; Third £3928; Fourth £1964; Fifth £980; Sixth £492; Seventh £244; Eighth £124. (Penalty Value £20576)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 3.15 THE BOYLESPORTS

EXTRA PLACES DAILY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £21852 to the winning horse The second to receive £10046, the third £5023, the fourth £2511, the fifth £1255 and the sixth £625. for four yrs old and upwards. £210 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher or £42 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £168 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 1st. Penalties, after November 26th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb BOYLESPORTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Boylesports. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 21 entries, 4 at £42 and 17 at £210 Closed November 28th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £16695; Second £8345; Third £4175; Fourth £2087; Fifth £1042; Sixth £521. (Penalty Value £21852.60) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.