Issuu

The Jockey Club would like to thank our Group Partners for their support in 2025

DICKON WHITE Regional Director, North West

Welcome Welcome to Aintree Racecourse. This racecard will provide you with all the information you will need for your time with us. Should you wish for information about future ﬁxtures, please scan the QR code below. We hope you enjoy your visit.

TODAY’S

RACE SPONSOR

WILLIAM HILL

williamhill.com

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

Race Conditions can be found at the back of the racecard JOCKEY CLUB RACECOURSES NORTH WEST SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM Regional Director - North West

Judge

Dickon White

Nick Bostock

Clerk of the Course & Head of Racing – Aintree

Clerk Of The Scales

Sulekha Varma

Michael Roberts

Veterinary Officers

Clerk of the Course & Head of Racing - Haydock Park

Mark Tabachnik, John Burgess

Daniel Cooper

Paddy Macandrew (SRVS), Jim Tipp, Alasdair Topp

General Manager - Haydock Park Simon Tonge

Regional Head of Marketing James Rennard

Communications Lead Sophie-May Clarke

Regional Head of Operations Stephen Mansﬁeld

Regional General Manager – Catering

Veterinary Surgeons

Medical Officers Dr John Murray (SRMO), Dr John Edwards, Dr Helen Blakey Dr Emily Hill

Nurse Darron Lomax

Physio Laura Newton

NWAS

Lee Dennan

David McIntyre

Head of Commercial North-West

Farriers

Claire Leonard

Partnerships Account Manager Liz Jacob

Sales Service Manager Lucy McCaffrey

Ticketing & Customer Relations Manager

Joe McClurg & Derek Mortimer.

Horse Ambulance Nick Jones

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers Melanie Swarbrick, Amy Fairclough, Michelle Maughan, Lisa Cook, Hannah Carnall, Cyril Johnstone

Commentator

Morgan Hodgkiss

Ian Bartlett

Estates Manager

Raceday Presenter

Stephen Fyles

Gordon Brown

Chairman

Betting Ring Managers

Julian Taylor

Malcolm Hart, Craig Andersen

Designated Safeguarding Lead Dickon White

Stewards Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward) Caroline Tellwright (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Nathan Green, Louise Moore, Simon Kirk

Starters Seamus O’Neill, Lee Jones

Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse. This card is 100% recyclable and printed on FSC and PEFC certiﬁed paper.

PAGES

FIRST RACE 12:00pm The William Hill Daily Bet Boosts Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race - 2m 4f

12-13

SECOND RACE 12:30pm The William Hill Racing Bet Builder Handicap Chase - 2m 3f 200y

16-17

THIRD RACE 1:05pm

The William Hill Formby Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) - 2m 209yds

20-21

FOURTH RACE 1:40pm

The William Hill Daily Bet Boosts Handicap Hurdle Race - 2m 4f

24-25

FIFTH RACE 2:15pm

The William Hill Each Way Extra Handicap Chase - 3m 210yds

30-31

SIXTH RACE 2:50pm

The William Hill Extra Places With B.O.G Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase - 1m 7f 176yds

38-39

SEVENTH RACE 3:25pm

The William Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Open National Hunt Flat Race - 2m 209y

NEXT MEETING

09/04/2026

T: 0344 579 3001 W: thejockeyclub.co.uk/aintree E: aintree.racecourse@thejockeyclub.co.uk

42-43

RACECARD EXPLAINED 6

3 NICK ROCKETT (IRE) (42) 203-411

11-8

12 Mr P. W. Mullins J Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Polysheba (FR) 13 W.P. Mullins, Ireland T O Mr John P. McManus 14 B Ronald Huggins & George William Tiney S TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved in his second season chasing, winning the Thyestes at Gowran in January before taking the Bobbyjo 6 weeks ago. While that is usually a good trial for this race it was a messy renewal and a couple of those in behind him might have his measure on these terms. 1 of 6 for Willie Mullins. TFRHHHII BHA163 3

1. FORM

EXPERT VIEW

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent ﬁnishing positions.

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

Look out for Letters: C D CD BF

= Has won at this course = Has won over this distance = Has won over this distance at this course = Was a beaten favourite

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM / P F U R CO B S r

= New racing season = Missed racing season = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race = Horse fell = Rider unseated = Horse refused to race = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse = Horse was brought down = Horse slipped = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race = Disqualified

d Bold form ﬁgures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

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. 5. JOCKEYS 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)

BETTING EXPLAINED Select your horse. Note their name and saddlecloth number.

Decide the amount – or stake – you are comfortable to bet.

Choose your bet. ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are popular types of bet.

Place your bet. There are different places to bet on course; The Tote, racecourse bookmakers, betting shop or online. Each option offers a different experience.

‘To win’ is for your horse to come ﬁrst. ‘Each-way’ is for your horse to come ﬁrst or to be placed. It’s two bets, so ‘£2 each-way’ = £4 total bet.

Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.

Visit www.racingexplained.co.uk for more information

5 4

6 races – 6 places

£75K Minimum

to be won at Aintree today

£423 Average payout to a £1 stake in 2024 Average Placepot payout to a £1 unit stake at all UK ﬁxtures in 2024.

Guaranteed minimum net pool. Visit Tote.co.uk for further details. Full T&Cs apply. 18+. Gambleaware.org

Price Boost

Price Boosts available on every UK & Irish race In-shop and online

Stake limits apply. Odds may ﬂuctuate. William Hill rules apply. Over 18s only. For advice & information visit www.gambleaware.org/home. National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133

FIRST RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL DAILY BET BOOSTS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE QUALIFIER)

12.00

for three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total prize fund £18000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7270, 2nd £3634, 3rd £1818, 4th £909, 5th £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80)

J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs BROOMFIELD ADERRA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs BROOMFIELD ADERRA LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE SECRET PEARL trained by A Hales, Edgecote, 149 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

2m 4f

horse

age

st-lb

BROOMFIELD ADERRA (IRE) (29) 413-231

12-0

ANALIESE (GB) (17) 144-P21 D

11-5

HARD DEALT (IRE) (17) 642-162 D BF

11-1

THE SECRET PEARL (IRE) (19) P61-F22

11-0

DISCO ANNIE (IRE) (23) 0-44U53

10-12

SWEET MAGIC (IRE) (37) F/0252-4

10-10

JAMMY JAY (GB) (31) 02FF63

10-9

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Back To Loughadera (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Mr Ray Fitzgerald Dan Skelton, Alcester T B J. J. Harty TIMEFORMVIEWWinningpointerwholaiddownsolidfoundationsinacoupleofIrishbumpersandbrightstartoverhurdlesfornewyard,buildingonherFontwell thirdwhenreadilyoffthemarkinmares’maidenatLingﬁeld(19.5f)4weeksago.Moretocomenowattentionsswitchtohandicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA119 Br B f Harzand (IRE) - Amourice (IRE) Toby Wynne J O Four Gents Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T B Elms Bloodstock & Miss A Gibson Fleming Ap Precision Groundworks S TIMEFORM VIEW Won a maiden hurdle in February 2025 and improved model this winter, building on her second at Chepstow (19.5f) when proving 1 3/4 lengthstoo strong forHard Dealt in mares’ handicap at Uttoxeter(20f) 17 days ago. Playeronce more. TFRHHHHI BHA110

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Princess Bella (IRE) David Bass J O Richard Johnson Racing- Hard Dealt Henry Daly, Ludlow T B Mr Martin Doyle Humphrey Butler Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhohasmadeanencouragingstarttoherRulescareer,landing21/2mWorcesternoviceinMay.Showedbeneﬁtofherreappearancewhen 13/4lengthssecondof9toAnalieseinhandicaphurdleatUttoxeter(19.9f)17daysago.2lbbetteroffwiththatrivalhereandshe’srespected. TFRHHHHI BHA106 Br B m Mahler - And Whatever Else (IRE) Toby McCain-Mitchell (5) J O The Soldiers of Fortune Alex Hales, Edgecote T B The Beeches Stud Ltd Winwood Construction UK Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulinmares’maidenatMarketRasen(16.6f)inAprilandraisedhergamefurtherindefeatthisterm,againdoingherbestwork atthe ﬁnishwhen second of9 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, soft) 19 days ago. Ridertakes offa handy5lb here. TFRHHHII BHA105

Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Betty Beck (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Graham & Christine Seward Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T B Mr Michael Halpin Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceoverhurdlesatCarlisle(17.1f)lastseasonandcomeshereingoodform,fifthoverhurdlesbackatthatvenuepriortofinishingagood thirdof6inhandicapchaseatLudlow(2m)23daysago.Handicapperhascuthersomeslackaheadofthisreturntotimber. TFRHHHII BHA103

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Garraidubh (IRE) Jack Tudor J O Fwittery Racing Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T B Thistletown Stud Providence Global S TIMEFORMVIEW7-y-omarewhoremainswithoutawinbutpostedgoodplacedeffortson2ofher4startsinhandicapslastseason,includingwhenrunner-upinthisrace. Firmlyexpectedtostripfitterforlastmonth’sreappearancerunatWarwickandshe’sofinterestfromthismarkwithcheekpiecesfitted. TFRHHHHH BHA101 Br B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Dreams Allowed Ben Poste J O Mrs Jacqueline Jones James Evans, Kinnersley T B Harts Farm Stud The Little Jet Company Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWPoet’sWordmarewhoranherbestraceswitchedtoahandicapforthefirsttimewhenthirdof8inhandicaphurdleatHereford(16.2f,good,18/1) 31daysago,stayingon.Looksworthanothercrackatthislongertriponthatevidenceandunlikelywe’veseenallshehastooffer. TFRHHHII BHA100

2024: LAVIDA ADIVA (IRE) 5 11 7 Brian Hughes 9-4 (Ruth Jefferson) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Broomﬁeld Aderra (IRE), 4-1 Analiese (GB), 5-1 Hard Dealt (IRE), 13-2 The Secret Pearl (IRE), 7-1 Sweet Magic (IRE), 12-1 Disco Annie (IRE), 14-1 Jammy Jay (GB)

Runner-up from a 1lb lower mark in this race 12 months ago, SWEET MAGIC is fully expected to strip fitter for her reappearance run at Warwick 37 days ago and, with cheekpieces now enlisted, she could well provide a spot of value. 1 3/4 lengths PLAY SMARTER separated Analiese and Hard Dealt when the pair finished 1-2 at Uttoxeter 17 days ago and they head up the dangers ahead of progressive top weight Broomfield Aderra. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SWEET MAGIC (IRE) 2.ANALIESE 3.HARD DEALT (IRE)

SPONSOR

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

williamhill.com

DISCOVER BRITISH RACING’S COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION ACTIVITY racingtogether.co.uk

@RacingTogether

Industry-renowned ratings, unrivalled form archive & premium tips.

GET £10 FREEE

AT TIMEFORM.COM

USE CODE COURSE10 WHEN YOU REGISTER

See timeform.com/terms for full conditions and terms of use

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

FIRST RACE

TODAY'S RACE

Best Odds Guaranteed

Best Odds Guaranteed on all UK & Irish racing from 8am

Online only. Opt-in req. Applies 08:00 day of race until start. Valid on Race Winner market. £25k daily cap applies to additional winnings. Full T&Cs apply.

SECOND RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL RACING BET BUILDER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

12.30

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £16156, 2nd £8076, 3rd £4040, 4th £2020, 5th £1008. (Penalty Value £21124)

J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs HELTENHAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs HELTENHAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: JOSH THE BOSS trained by N & W Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham, 140 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

2m 3f 200y

horse

age

st-lb

MINELLA DRAMA (IRE) (61) P/1P0P-3 CD

12-0

HELTENHAM (FR) (28) 1-P0332 D BF

11-3

JOSH THE BOSS (GB) (27) P0-0211 CD

10-13

PRAIRIE WOLF (IRE) (27) 143P-33 D

10-13

INEDIT STAR (FR) (20) 3533-23

10-9

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Midsummer Drama (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Green Day Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B R. McCarthy Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced his already solid record here when landing last season’s Old Roan Chase over C&D. Didn’t kick on thereafter but bounced backto form after7 months offwhenthird inthisyear’s corresponding race in October. Possibilities ifarriving in same form. TFRHHHII BHA147 Br B g Masked Marvel - Souris Blanche (FR) Harry Skelton J O Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mme Anne-Charlotte Andre et al Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEWBacktobestwhenwinningingoodstyleatPerthinApriland,thoughnotquiteinsameformsince,hisrecenteffortshavebeencreditable,likely astrongergallopwouldhavesuitedwhensecondof6inhandicapchaseatNewbury(19.8f)28daysago.Lurksonahandymark. TFRHHHHI BHA136 Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Bonsai (IRE) Mr Jamie Neild (7) J O Mr J. D. Neild Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Mickley Stud Courtiers Investment Services Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW3-timehurdlewinner(includinghere)whowalkedoveronsecondchasestartatNewbury(18.3f)inNovemberandprovedhisopeningmarklenientwhenmaking awinninghandicapchasedebutin4-runnernovices’handicapchaseatDoncaster(19.1f)4weeksago.Thistougherbutrespectednevertheless. TFRHHHII BHA132 Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Applause For Amy (IRE) Jack Tudor J O Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B P. Condon Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDefied a 1lb lowermark at Haydock (16.3f) back inJanuary. Disappointedthereafterbut like plentyfromthisyard he’s resumed in good order, finishing a creditablethird of12 in handicap chase at Newbury(22.4f) 27 days ago. Merits consideration. TFRHHHHH BHA132

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Tulipe Star (FR) Tom Broughton (5) J O Crossed Fingers Partnership Nick Kent, Brigg T B Dominique Vigneron & Bruno Vigneron Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S TIMEFORM VIEW A dual bumper/hurdles winner in France. Yet to score over fences, but he’s proving reliable and posted a solid third of6 in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Likelyto be thereabouts again from a 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA128

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: IMPERIAL SAINT (FR) 6 11 9 Micheal Nolan 11-4 (Philip Hobbs & Johnson White) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note: PRAIRIE WOLF: Following its run on 29/11/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Josh The Boss (GB), 3-1 Heltenham (FR), 7-2 Minella Drama (IRE), 5-1 Prairie Wolf (IRE), 7-1 Inedit Star (FR) A competitive race containing plenty of in-form sorts with PRAIRIE WOLF narrowly selected to come out on top. He posted a solid effort when chasing home a less-exposed pair at Newbury on his most recent outing 4 weeks ago and he’s very PLAY SMARTER much lurking on a handy mark. Similar comments apply to Heltenham who rates next best, ahead of Inedit Star. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PRAIRIE WOLF (IRE) 2.HELTENHAM (FR) 3.INEDIT STAR (FR)

TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

williamhill.com

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB)

GREAT BRIT-

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of offers multiple bonuses of up British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to £20,000 eligible to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more per reasons thanrace ever for to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.

KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH ALL NEWS, VIEWS & GOSSIP FROM THE COURSE AINTREE RACECOURSE

SECOND RACE

PAC E YO U R S E LF

ALLOW ONE SOFT DRINK BETWEEN EVERY ALCOHOLIC DRINK

CMY

SUCCESS RIDES ON YEARS OF TRUST AND UNDERSTANDING We build on years of expertise and understanding to help people and businesses thrive.

proud partner of

closebrothers.com

Price Boost

Price Boosts available on every UK & Irish race In-shop and online

Stake limits apply. Odds may ﬂuctuate. William Hill rules apply. Over 18s only. For advice & information visit www.gambleaware.org/home. National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133

THIRD RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL FORMBY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 1) (GBB RACE)

1.05

for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £43580, 2nd £17890, 3rd £8950, 4th £4470, 5th £2240, 6th £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs MYDADDYPADDY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs MYDADDYPADDY LONGEST TRAVELLER: IDAHO SUN trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 251 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

2m 209y

horse

age

st-lb

DIAMOND HUNTER (IRE) (34) 2P22-11

11-8

GLANCE AT MIDNIGHT (GB) (14) 051-12

11-8

IDAHO SUN (IRE) (27) 116-11 D

11-8

MYDADDYPADDY (IRE) (23) 1-11 D

11-8

STARMOUNT (IRE) (20) F1-1

11-8

STORMING GEORGE (IRE) (27) 15-31 D

11-8

THE LAST CLOUD (IRE) (63) 32-1114

11-8

WAHRAAN (FR) (41) 3

11-8

Br Br g Diamond Boy (FR) - Sharps Express (IRE) Freddie Gordon J O Mr D. S. Dennis Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Ms E. Mallon Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up3of4startsinIrishpointsandﬁnestartunderRules,easilywinning6-runnerPlumptonnovice(15.9f)inOctober.Tookriseinclassinhis stridewhenfollowingupinHaydockGrade2lastmonth,againneverstrongerthanattheline.Candobetteragainonthatevidence. TFRHHHII BHA135 Br B g Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend Shane Quinlan J O Mr Andrew J. Martin Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton T B Pitchall Stud TIMEFORMVIEWProgressiveforminbumpersandmadeawinninghurdlingdebutinemphaticstylein11-runnermaidenatHuntingdon(15.8f)inNovember.Steppedupfurther whensecondinclass2noviceatCheltenham(16.8f)2weeksago,despiterefusingtosettle.Betterstilltocomebutthislooksatoughask. TFRHHHII BHA127 Br B g Idaho (IRE) - West Elite (IRE) Bryan Carver J O Mr Jeremy Gear Harry Fry, Corscombe T B T. McAuliffe Grosvenor Sport S TIMEFORMVIEW2-3inbumpers(smartform)andhaslookedanexcitingprospectsinceattentionsswitchedtothissphere,makingit2-2inbloodlessfashionwhenmaking allin12-runnerBangornovice(16.6f)4weeksago.Thishistoughestassignmentyetbutheremainsopentoplentyofimprovement. TFRHHHHI BHA135

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Debdebdeb Harry Skelton J O Mr Dermot Hanafin Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Dermot Hanafin Ornella Underwriting Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWFacilewinneronlystartinbumpersanddonenothingtoalterthefacthe’samostexcitingprospectinlandingeachofhis2startsoverhurdlesthis winter,stormingclearfrom2rivalsinintroductoryhurdleatHaydock(15.6f)23daysago.Ofsignificantinterestnowuppedinclass. TFRHHHHH BHA138 Br B g Mount Nelson - Sparky May Kielan Woods J O Dineen, King, Stokes & Wicks Ben Pauling, Naunton T B Ruxley Holdings Ltd Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWWell-relatedsortwhowassuccessfulinanIrishpointinDecember2024andhejustifiedgoodsupport12monthsonwhenwinning14-runnernovice hurdleatWetherby(16f,soft)onRulesdebut3weeksago.Clearlywellcluedupandthisevidentlytougherbuthe’sentitledtoprogress. TFRHHHII BHA-

Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Nickel (IRE) Jack Quinlan J O Peter Beadles Neil King, Burderop T B Mr Neville Reid Tote S TIMEFORMVIEW5-y-owithapositiveprofile,successfulonfirstofhis2startsinbumperslastterm(fifthinGrade2hereotherstart).Brightstartovertimberthiswinter, buildingonapromisingNewburythirdwhenimpressivelylanding8-runnerDoncasternovice(16.6f)4weeksback.Likelytoprogressagain. TFRHHHII BHA127 Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Lady Lucarno Brian Hughes J O Mr B Hague, Mrs W Duffus & Partner Patrick Neville, Leyburn T B Mr & Mrs James Hannon Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWGrandtypewhocontinuestogotherightway,bringingupthehat-trickinasmall-fieldPerthhandicaphurdle(16.2f)inSeptember.Acquittedhimselfwellup markedlyinclasswhenkeepingonfourthinCheltenhamGrade2amonthlaterbutwillneedtopulloutevenmoreinwhatlooksawarmrace. TFRHHHII BHA123

Br Ch g Le Havre (IRE) - Al Jassasiyah (IRE) Kevin Healy J O NoHopersJokers&Rogues Jessica Bedi, Yarm T B Al Shaqab Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat (stays 2 1/4m) and he looked a hard ride starting out in this sphere when third in 9-runner Introductory hurdle at Wetherby (2m,soft)6weeksago,hanging/almostrunningout.Thisaverytallonjusthissecondoutinginthiscodehavinghadawindop. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: POTTERS CHARM (IRE) 5 11 8 Sam Twiston-Davies EVENS (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 8. Stewards Note: THE LAST CLOUD: Following its run on 24/10/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. WAHRAAN: Following its run on 15/11/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Mydaddypaddy (IRE), 5-1 Idaho Sun (IRE), 8-1 Starmount (IRE), 14-1 Diamond Hunter (IRE), 33-1 Glance At Midnight (GB), Storming George (IRE), The Last Cloud (IRE), 150-1 Wahraan (FR) MYDADDYPADDY once again created a tremendous impression under a conﬁdent ride when readily seeing off 2 rivals on his most recent outing at Haydock 23 days ago. Looking every inch a high-class novice in the making, he can maintain his 100% record and bring up PLAY SMARTER the 4-timer. Idaho Sun is another very promising sort who looks ready for this step up in grade and may emerge next best. Diamond Hunter completes the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MYDADDYPADDY (IRE) 2.IDAHO SUN (IRE) 3.DIAMOND HUNTER (IRE)

TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

williamhill.com

GREAT BRIT-

Industry-renowned ratings, unrivalled form archive & premium tips.

GET £10 FREE AT TIMEFORM.COM USE CODE COURSE10 WHEN YOU REGISTER See timeform.com/terms for full conditions and terms of use

CUSTOMER

PROMISE

The team at Aintree recognise how important you are to our business. Our Customer Promise is that we are committed to delivering the best experience we can for you by: Being welcoming and friendly Treating you with respect Being ﬂexible to your needs Being committed to consistently delivering quality & value Providing clear and relevant information in a timely and appropriate manner Encouraging and valuing your feedback to help us improve your experience All we ask is that if you feel like we haven’t delivered on this promise or would like to offer us any feedback on your experience, please do let us know by emailing us at: aintree.racecourse@thejockeyclub.co.uk

THIRD RACE

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB)

Safer Gambling

Keep your race day positive

Don’t chase losses Find out more about our Safer Gambling tools on the app or at williamhill.com

FOURTH RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL DAILY BET BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £11925, 2nd £5961, 3rd £2982, 4th £1491, 5th £744, 6th £372. (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

1.40

J Jockey T Trainer

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs SUPREMELY WEST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs SUPREMELY WEST LONGEST TRAVELLER: SERIOUS OPERATOR trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 243 miles.

colours no

horse

S Sponsor Br Breeding

2m 4f

age

st-lb

BREWIN’UPASTORM (IRE) (20) 23210/-5 CD 12

12-0

SUPREMELY WEST (IRE) (20) 163-354 D

11-8

INDEEVAR BLEU (FR) (27) 1/4/131-2

11-0

SERIOUS OPERATOR (IRE) (27) 0/06-431 D

10-12

DEDICATED HERO (IRE) (40) 3115-60

10-12

FLORIDA DREAMS (IRE) (34) 524-223 C

10-11

RUBBER BALL (GB) (20) 3110-04

10-10

BEAR MARKET (IRE) (20) 1P4-111 CD

10-8

Br B g Milan - Daraheen Diamond (IRE) Kielan Woods J O Mrs Barbara Hester Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Longrove Stud Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWSmartandlikeableveteranwhoprovedasgoodaseverwhenlandingaFairyhouseGrade2inspringof2024.However,seeninactiononlytwicesince, off20monthspriortoﬁnishing121/2lengthsﬁfthof9toBearMarketinaC&Dhandicap3weeksago.Thispromisestorevealmore. TFRHHIII BHA143

Br B g Westerner - Blue Supreme (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Mr J. Fyffe Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Padraig Barry JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulforDrRichardNewland&JamieInsole,winning3mHaydockhandicapinthemudlastDecember.Encouragingreappearance third forDan Skelton at Cheltenham in Octoberbut not inthe same form eitherouting since. Passed overat present. TFRHHIII BHA137 Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Ardissone (FR) Jack Tudor J O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 7-y-o who was quickly back on track and looked potentially useful when resuming winning ways on handicap debut at Ffos Las (15.8f) in April.SolidreappearancesecondatNewbury(16.3f)4weeksagoandthewayheshapedsuggeststhisincreaseintripwillsuit.Interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA129 Br B g Malinas (GER) - Idrather Not Say (IRE) Patrick Wadge J O The Operators Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Daniel O’Mahony Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Gradually worked his way back to form this autumn and he duly capitalised on a sliding mark in 6-runner handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f) in November, looking about as good as everinthe process. 4lb rise should see him competitive again. TFRHHHII BHA127

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - True Dedication (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Recommended Freight & S McMillan Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T B Patrick and Bernadette Vaughan O’Connor Recommended Freight Ltd, Border Embroidery S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressed overhurdles last season,winning Grade 2 Rossington Main at Haydock. Given a considerate returnwhen finishing midfield at Carlisle (20f)anddropbackto2mdidn’tlookinhisfavourwhenseventhinlastmonth’sGreatwoodHurdleatCheltenham.Thismoresuitable. TFRHHHII BHA127 Br B g Doyen (IRE) - First Line (GER) Brian Hughes J O Mr J. Fyffe Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Mrs Rita Moran JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORMVIEWIsawhilewithoutawinbutstartedthiscampaigningoodform,justtouchedoffonchasedebutatHexham(20f)inOctober.Similarstoryreturned tohurdlesatCarlisle(20f)nexttimeandshapedasifstillingoodorderwhenthirdatHaydocklasttime.Onetobearinmind. TFRHHHII BHA126 Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Psychocandy (IRE) Jack Quinlan J O Peter Beadles Neil King, Burderop T B Richard & Candy Mathias Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhoshowedfairlyusefulformlastterm,landingbraceofmaiden/novicehurdles.OverfacedinGrade1herefinaloutingbuthedidatleast farebetterthanonreappearancewhen11lengthsfourthof9toBearMarketoverC&D3weeksback.Markprobablyaboutright,however. TFRHHHII BHA125

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Mrs Dempsey (IRE) Toby Wynne J O Mr G. B. Barlow Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T B Frank Motherway Ap Precision Groundworks S TIMEFORMVIEWUnbeateninbumpersandgoingtherightwayoverhurdlesﬁttedwithatonguetie,bagging17fnovicehereonﬁnalstartforNickyHendersoninMay. ImprovedfurthertolandhandicapsatSouthwell/overC&Dinrecentmonthsandthislikeablesortoughttomakehispresencefeltagain. TFRHHHHI BHA123

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: RED DIRT ROAD (IRE) 7 11 7 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 12-1 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Indeevar Bleu (FR), 7-2 Bear Market (IRE), 9-2 Serious Operator (IRE), 7-1 Florida Dreams (IRE), 9-1 Rubber Ball (GB), 16-1 Supremely West (IRE), Dedicated Hero (IRE), 25-1 Brewin’upastorm (IRE) INDEEVAR BLEU shaped encouragingly following 8 months off when runner-up at Newbury 4 weeks ago and, with this increase in trip fancied to unlock further progress, Olly Murphy’s low-mileage 7-y-o could well be the answer. The thriving Bear Market PLAY SMARTER showed a good attitude when scoring over C&D 3 weeks ago and is feared. Florida Dreams and Serious Operator round off the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INDEEVAR BLEU (FR) 2.BEAR MARKET (IRE) 3.FLORIDA DREAMS (IRE)

TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

williamhill.com

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB)

GREAT BRIT-

FOURTH RACE

Get industry-renowned ratings, unrivalled form archive & premium tips. Only at timeform.com

THOROUGHBREDS

DESERVE

From the moment a Thoroughbred is born they’re supported by a team of experts who are dedicated to every aspect of their development and care. horsepwr.co.uk #horsepwr

THOROUGH

CAARE

KEMPTON PARK 1.55

THE LADBROKES CHRISTMAS HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £130000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £56654, 2nd £23257, 3rd £11635, 4th £5811, 5th £2912, 6th £1456. (Penalty Value £74035)

colours no

horse

age

st-lb

CELTIC DINO (FR) (34) 1433-12 D

11-10

Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) O Walters Plant Hire Ltd B E.A.R.L. Haras du Mondant et al

Dylan Johnston J Sam Thomas, Cardiﬀ T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice last year and started this season with a bang when winning the Welsh Champion Hurdle (handicap) at Chepstow in October, seeing oﬀ subsequent Greatwood winner Alexei by 2 1/4 lengths. Progressed again when 2 1/2 lengths second to Wodhooh in Grade 2 Ascot Hurdle (19f, good to soft) since. TFRHHHII BHA147

GIVE IT TO ME OJ (GB) (27) 1411-15 D

Br B g Time Test - Matron of Honour (IRE) O Mr Omar Jackson B Mr W. A. Tinkler

11-10

Caoilin Quinn J Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Went on a winning spree over hurdles and on the Flat in 2025, including a Cheltenham conditions event on his return to jumping in October. His winning run came to a halt in last month’s Gerry Feilden at Newbury, though. TFRHHIII BHA141

RUBAUD (FR) (48) 215-511 CD

11-10

Br B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Fulgence (FR) O Mr Brendan McManus B B. Decouz & S.C.E.A. Du Bas Bugey

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Smarthurdler/chaserwhohaswonthelast3 runningsoftheC&DListedracewhichtakesplaceinOctober.Followed that with a second successive win in the Elite at Wincanton but he’s surely vulnerable to an on-song Sir Gino. TFRHHHII BHA149

SIR GINO (FR) (364) 1/111/11- CD

Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Anzi Star (FR) O Mrs J Donnelly B Mr Jean-Paul & Mrs Marie-Odile Deshayes

11-10

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of the Fighting Fifth at Newcastle on his reappearance last season and switched to fences to slam Ballyburn in Grade 2 novice here last Christmas. A severe infection ruled him out of the remainder of last season. Reverts to hurdles on return and wil be very hard to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA163

TRIPOLI FLYER (IRE) (39) 116-3U4 CD

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Collen Beag (IRE) O Mr Ismail El Magdoub B James A. Slattery

11-10

Jonathan Burke J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T I.M.R.E Property Investments Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in bumpers and similar story sent hurdling in 2024/25, including a C&D Grade 2 novice success. Switched to fences this season, finishing well-held fourth to Lulamba on completed start. Plenty to find back hurdling in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA140

GOLDEN ACE (GB) (27) 311-221 D

Br B m Golden Horn - Deuce Again O Mr I. F. Gosden B Meon Valley Stud

11-3

Lorcan Williams J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scaled new heights when landing last season’s Champion Hurdle, albeit held until State Man fell at the last. Her reappearance win in the Fighting Fifth at Newcastle was also aided by a couple of high-proﬁle fallers and the feeling is Sir Gino wil have too much for her if he’s close to his best. TFRHHHHI BHA152 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: CONSTITUTION HILL 7 11 10 Nico de Boinville 5-6 (Nicky Henderson) 4 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Sir Gino (FR), 4-1 Golden Ace (GB), 11-2 Celtic Dino (FR), 11-1 Rubaud (FR), 16-1 Tripoli Flyer (IRE), 66-1 Give It To Me Oj (GB) The eagerly-awaited return of SIR GINO, who should provide Nicky Henderson with a record-extending 14th success in this race and stretch his own unbeaten record to 7.

PLAY SMARTER Golden Ace gets the vote for the forecast spot ahead of C&D specialist Rubaud.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SIR GINO (FR) 2.GOLDEN ACE 3.RUBAUD (FR)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

Collect your winnings at our on-course shops or at any William Hill shop

Scan the QR code to ﬁnd your nearest shop

FIFTH RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL EACH WAY EXTRA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (CHALLENGER STAYING CHASE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243, 5th £620, 6th £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

2.15

J Jockey T Trainer

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs SNIPE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs SNIPE LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUBAI DAYS trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 224 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

3m 210y

horse

age

st-lb

DUKE OF DECEPTION (IRE) (34) P221-16

12-0

BLENKINSOP (GB) (33) 0//030-51

11-10

FORTUNATE MAN (IRE) (286) 021234- CD

11-9

DUBAI DAYS (IRE) (46) 2/12U2-4

11-9

SNIPE (IRE) (34) F4-4440 CD

11-7

KELCE (IRE) (41) 1F21-40

11-2

SNOWY EVENING (IRE) (27) 31413/-P

10-13

SUNSET HILL (IRE) (27) 320-435

10-12

Br B g September Storm (GER) - Mrs Peachey (IRE) Ben Smith (7) J O The Salmon Family Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Mrs Gail Kidd Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlastcampaignwithsuccessatHaydockandbeganthisterminsamemanner,landing6-runnerhandicapchaseatKelso(26.2f)inOctober. Betterthandistancebeatensuggestswhensixthatﬁrst-namedvenuelatestbutpresentmarkdemandsabitmorenevertheless. TFRHHHII BHA129

Br B g Westerner - Last of Her Line David Bass J O Mrs L Nixon Henry Daly, Ludlow T B T. F. F. Nixon Humphrey Butler Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWAfour-time handicap scorer(around 2m4f) overhurdles in 2022/23.Very lightly raced since but encouraging he confirmedthe promise ofhis reappearance fifthonchasebowinOctoberwhenscoringatExeter(24.2f)33daysago.Definitepossibilitiesup5lbwithfurtherprogresslikely. TFRHHHHH BHA125

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Azamour (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Edmond & Mark Coleman Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWTookthisracefroma4lblowermark12monthsagopriortogoodplacedeffortsatWindsor/Carlisle.RanbelowbestequippedwithblinkersatUttoxeter (3m)whenlastseeninMarchbutheremainsrelativelylow-mileageandcouldwellresumeprogressthisterm.Cheekpiecesbackon. TFRHHHHI BHA124 Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Comeragh Girl (IRE) Bruce Lynn J O Alexander, McGarrity, Morris & Parker N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B Mrs Hannah Crowley Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd, Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’tdomuchwrongduringalightcampaignlastterm,scoringreturnatHaydock(21/2m,goodtosoft)inFebruary.Runner-upon2ofhis3startsthereafter andhelookedashaderustyafter7monthsoffwhenfourthof5inhandicapchaseatCarlisle(20f)46daysago.Entitledtobesharper. TFRHHHII BHA124 Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces Harry Skelton J O Foxtrot Racing Snipe Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mrs Ethel Browne Foxtrot Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulinthis race 2years ago andwhilst he failedto score lastterm he posted some good efforts in defeat. Encouraging starttothis campaign at WorcesterandwhilstunderwhelmingsincehedidappeartolackforstaminainBerkshireNational(29.3f)5weeksago.Thismoresuitable. TFRHHHII BHA122

Br B g Valirann (FR) - Joleen (IRE) Toby McCain-Mitchell (5) J O Paul McKeon Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B James Robinson Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedswitchedtofenceswithcheekpiecesappliedlastseason,winningatMarketRasenandWetherby.Positivestarttothisseasonwhenfourthof 18atCheltenham(25f,good)and,thoughnotsogoodoverthesameC&Dnexttime,hewillbedangerousifallowedhisownwayinfronthere. TFRHHHII BHA117 Br B g Snow Sky - Sherwolf (IRE) Toby Wynne J O The Stockton Hopefuls Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B S. J. Treacy Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMadepositivestartoverfencesin2023/24,winning2ofhis6starts(bothatDoncaster).Off22months,feasibletothinktherun was needed but he did check out quite quicklywhen pulled up back at Doncaster27 days ago.This can reveal more. TFRHHIII BHA114 Br Gr m Kingston Hill - Sunset Times (IRE) Patrick Wadge J O Ian Turnbull,AndyBell,MikeSevers,Corbett Susan Corbett, Otterburn T B Miss Mary R. Barry Finnies Heavy Haulage S TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent hurdler who showed more than she had on debut in this sphere after 6 months off when third at Hexham (20f) in November. Rather disappointingshefailedtoreplicatethatwhenﬁfthatNewcastle(20.1f)lasttime,though.Connections’nowoptforastepbackupintrip. TFRHHHII BHA113

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: FORTUNATE MAN (IRE) 5 11 7 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 15-8 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 6, 7. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Blenkinsop (GB), 5-1 Fortunate Man (IRE), 7-1 Duke of Deception (IRE), 9-1 Snipe (IRE), 10-1 Dubai Days (IRE), Kelce (IRE), Sunset Hill (IRE), 18-1 Snowy Evening (IRE) BLENKINSOP conﬁrmed the promise of his chase debut and beneﬁted from the step back up in trip in trip when scoring in good style at Exeter 33 days ago. Open to PLAY SMARTER further improvement as a staying chaser, he earns the vote over last year’s winner Fortunate Man. Snipe, who took this prize 2 years ago, rates next best. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BLENKINSOP 2.FORTUNATE MAN (IRE) 3.SNIPE (IRE)

TODAY'S RACE

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

SPONSOR

williamhill.com

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB)

GREAT BRIT-

Get industry-renowned ratings, unrivalled form archive & premium tips. Only at timeform.com FIFTH RACE

INT E

WE L

IT Y GR

RE FA

If you have concerns about the integrity of British racing or the wellbeing of the sport’s participants, human or equine, please contact RaceWISE. Anonymous reporting.

Call

08000 852 580 (free 24 hours a day)

Visit

britishhorseracing.com/RaceWISE 31

SA F AR

D IN

KEMPTON PARK 2.30

THE LADBROKES KING GEORGE VI STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £250000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £108950, 2nd £44725, 3rd £22375, 4th £11175, 5th £5600, 6th £2800. (Penalty Value £142375)

colours no

horse

age

st-lb

BANBRIDGE (IRE) (19) 4U10-44 CD

11-10

Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Old Carton Lass (IRE) O Mr R. A. Bartlett B Dan McSorley

Sean Bowen J Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T Albert Bartlett, Mr O’Brien S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved suited by the return to 3m when overhauling Il Est Francais in this race last year but hasn’t come close to reproducing that form in 3 outings since, including remote fourth in 17f Cork Grade 2 on recent return from 7 months oﬀ. Visored ﬁrst time. TFR BHA167

DJELO (FR) (19) 2106-11 D

Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Djeville (FR) O Mr P. Davies B Mr Gildas Blain

11-10

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser who has won the Charlie Hall at Wetherby (3m, good) and Peterborough at Huntingdon (2 1/2m, soft) this season. Now a 5-time Grade 2 winner but has come up a little short in 4 previous attempts at the top level. TFR BHA164

FACT TO FILE (FR) (33) 1231-42 D BF

Br B g Poliglote - Mitemps (FR) O Mr John P. McManus B Michel Pehu

11-10

Mark Walsh J W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grade 1 winner around 2 1/2m last season, namely the John Durkan and Ryanair. Just lost out to stablemate Gaelic Warrior in a memorable duel for this year’s John Durkan, pulling well clear of the rest. Has won a Grade 1 over 3m. A bold show looks assured. TFR BHA173

GAELIC WARRIOR (GER) (33) 22311-1 D

Br B g Maxios - Game of Legs (FR) O Mrs S. Ricci B The Niarchos Family

11-10

P. Townend J W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-classchaser who endedlastseason ona high withwins in Grade 1atAintreeand Grade 2at Sandown. Pickedupwherehe’d leftoﬀwith a career best to see oﬀ reopposing stablemate Fact To File (29 lengths clear of Fastorslow in third) in John Durkan at Punchestown (2 1/2m, soft) on reappearance. TFR BHA174

IL EST FRANCAIS (FR) (34) P261-3P CD

Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Millesimee (FR) O Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes B Haras de Saint-Voit

11-10

Harry Cobden J Tom George, Slad T

TIMEFORM VIEW Bold-jumpingfrontrunnerwholandedKautoStaronthis card2yearsago.Lookedthelikely winnerformostoflastyear’sKingGeorgeonly tobeworn down late by Banbridge. While his C&D record makes him dangerous to discount, his recent eﬀorts leave him with something to prove. TFR BHA163

JANGO BAIE (FR) (34) 2/1213-1

Br B g Tiger Groom - Tenessee (FR) O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd B Mr Andre Jean Belloir et al

11-10

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice hurdler and quickly made up into a better chaser last term, producing a power-packed ﬁnish to land the 2m Arkle at the Cheltenham Festival. Took his form up another notch with impressive reappearance win in 21f Ascot Grade 2. A threat to all if his stamina holds stepping up to 3m. TFR BHA165

MASTER CHEWY (IRE) (34) 3156-24 C

11-10

Sam Twiston-Davies J Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Shake The Tree (IRE) Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Courtiers Investment Services Limited, Courtiers Group Holdings Limited S B James Hoare

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who was ﬁne second in the Old Roan at Aintree on his reappearance but no match for Jango Baie when a remote fourth in Ascot Grade 2 since. Has had wind surgery. Big outsider. TFR BHA156

THE JUKEBOX MAN (IRE) (34) 322/11-1 CD

Br B g Ask - My Twist (IRE) O Mr Harry Redknapp B Mr P. Cunningham

11-10

Ben Jones J Ben Pauling, Naunton T Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice hurdler who quickly made up into an even better chaser at the end of 2024, winning Newbury Grade 2 and Grade 1 Kauto Star on this card. Missed the second half of last season due to injury but made impressive comeback when beating Iroko in Haydock graduation event 5 weeks ago. Player. TFR BHA156 (+1) DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: BANBRIDGE (IRE) 8 11 10 P Townend 7-1 (Joseph Patrick O’Brien) 11 ran Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note: IL EST FRANCAIS: Following its run on 22/11/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Gaelic Warrior (GER), 11-4 Fact To File (FR), 10-3 Jango Baie (FR), 17-2 The Jukebox Man (IRE), 14-1 Djelo (FR), 22-1 Banbridge (IRE), 28-1 Il Est Francais (FR), 300-1 Master Chewy (IRE) A high-quality King George. JANGO BAIE was very impressive on his Ascot reappearance and might be worth siding with to improve past top-class Willie Mullins pair Gaelic Warrior and Fact To File, who served up a treat in the John Durkan at PLAY SMARTER Punchestown last month. Unbeaten chaser The Jukebox Man is another fascinating contender. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JANGO BAIE (FR) 2.GAELIC WARRIOR (GER) 3.FACT TO FILE (FR)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

DISCOVER BRITISH RACING’S COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION ACTIVITY

130+ organisations are harnessing racing’s assets to help others @RacingTogether

racingtogether.co.uk

Never beaten by SP

ENTRIES CLOSE 5 JANUARY

RECENT TOP HIT PRICES

DONCASTER JANUARY SALE 29 January 2026

£660,000 £400,000 £350,000

#HAMeansMore

OUR

H O R S E S HAVE FRIENDS IN HIGH

PLACES British racing works with major welfare bodies like World Horse Welfare to ensure we are always held to the highest possible standards. horsepwr.co.uk

#horsepwr

EVERY RACE LIVE

61 BRITISH & IRISH RACECOURSES WATCH IT ALL ON

Call 0344 855 1881 or visit racingtv.com

SIXTH RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACES WITH B.O.G NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 15lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

2.50

J Jockey T Trainer

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs CHUGGY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs CHUGGY LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUBY BALL trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 187 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

1m 7f 176y

horse

age

st-lb

JUBY BALL (FR) (26) 12/11-1 D

11-10

CHUGGY (GB) (15) 335-111 D

11-7

ROYSSE (GB) (15) F1P3-00 D

10-10

THROATLASH (IRE) (30) 123P-1

10-8

Br B g Nom de d’La (FR) - Voix de Montot (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Mr & Mrs William Rucker Evan Williams, Llancarfan T B Jean-Louis Berger Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulbumperscorerwhowas2-2overhurdleslastseasonandmadeperfectstartinthissphereafter10monthsoffwhentaking5-runnermaiden chaseatCarlisle(2m)latelastmonth.Jumpinglookedassuredthenandhe’sagoodprospectnowhandicappinginthissphere. TFRHHHHI BHA129

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Raitera (FR) Harry Skelton J O Simon & Lisa Hobson Dan Skelton, Alcester T B R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEWWorkinprogressoverhurdlesbutentirelydifferentpropositionsincereturningoverfences,improvinganotherchunkwhenbringingupthehat-trickfrom thefrontwithloadstospareatWarwick(16.2f,soft)earlierthismonth.Hitwithan11lbriseforthatbuthighlylikelythere’smoretocome. TFRHHHHH BHA126

Br B g Kayf Tara - Rattlin Kielan Woods J O The OA’s Ben Pauling, Naunton T B Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWFree-goingsort.Point/bumper/hurdlewinnerbutfailedtocomeonforhisreappearancechasedebutrunatChepstowwhentailed-off last of9 behind Chuggyin handicap chase atWarwick (16.2f, soft, 11/1) 15 days ago. Has itto prove onthe back ofthat. TFRHHIII BHA115 Br B g El Salvador (IRE) - My Bay Lady Brian Hughes J O Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Mark Slevin JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedbothappearancesin17fCarlislenovicehurdleslastwinter.PulleduponchasedebutatBangorinFebruarybutprovedadifferentproposition after9monthsoff/windsurgerywhenbagging6-runnerhandicapchaseatWetherby(15.2f)30daysago.Typetodobetteragain. TFRHHHHI BHA113

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

2024: DOYEN DU BAR (IRE) 8 10 12 Brian Hughes 15-8 (Pauline Robson) 3 ran

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Chuggy (GB), 7-4 Juby Ball (FR), 4-1 Throatlash (IRE), 22-1 Roysse (GB) CHUGGY continues to go from strength to strength over fences, again jumping impeccably as he brought up the hat-trick with loads to spare at Warwick 2 weeks ago. That hasn’t gone unnoticed by the assessor but the manner of that display suggests he’s one to keep ﬁrmly on PLAY SMARTER side for a while yet. Juby Ball impressed himself when scoring at Carlisle and is second choice ahead of another last-time-out winner Throatlash. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHUGGY 2.JUBY BALL (FR) 3.THROATLASH (IRE)

TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

williamhill.com

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB)

GREAT BRIT-

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £426,959 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

UNDER 25?

RASG Retail of Alcohol Standards Group

Aintree Racecourse operates under the Challenge 25 rules. Please remember that if you are lucky enough to look under 25, you will be asked to prove that you are aged 18 and over when buying alcohol. If you are under 18 you are committing an offence if you attempt to buy alcohol and will be asked to leave the racecourse premises immediately.

SIXTH RACE

TOM GRENNAN 20 June 2026

MADNESS 18 July 2026

BOOK NOW

LIVE AFTER RACING

HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCES AT A INTREE R ACECOURSE AVA IL ABLE TO BOOK NOW CALL: 0151 522 2911 EMAIL: Aintree.Hospitality@thejockeyclub.co.uk

SEVENTH RACE

THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)

3.25

for four and ﬁve yrs old x Total prize fund £17500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7303, 2nd £3652, 3rd £1825, 4th £914. (Penalty Value £9530.50) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (26 wins from 180 runners, 14%) runs MOMENTS IN TIME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs MOMENTS IN TIME LONGEST TRAVELLER: NO WALKOVER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 209 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

2m 209y

horse

age

st-lb

GRAZEON SUNSHINE (GB) (21) 21 D

11-6

NO WALKOVER (GB) (35) 2-1

11-6

BARGAIN HUNTER (IRE) (30) P-35

11-2

CAPITAL HOUSE (IRE) (-)

11-2

DOUBLE INDEMNITY (IRE) (54) 51

11-2

MOMENTS IN TIME (IRE) (299) 1-

11-2

RACSCOPIC (GB) (-)

11-2

WONDER FLYING (FR) (40) 50

11-2

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Raised On Grazeon Brian Hughes J O Mr J. R. Rowbottom John & Sean Quinn, Malton T B Mr J. R. Rowbottom JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Northern Crop Driers Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWLookedtobegettingthehangofthingswhenrallyingtoﬁnishsecondinaNewcastlebumperondebutinOctoberandhedisplayedsimilarformwhen landing6-runnercontestatSedgeﬁeld(16.8f,soft)21daysago.Foundhimselfwellpositionedthenbutclaimsunderapenaltynevertheless. TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - No Pushover Jack Tudor J O Mr G. Thompson David Pipe, Wellington T B R. F. and S. D. Knipe W & S Recycling S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinIrishpointandhenarrowlyjustiﬁedgoodsupportwhentaking11-runnerChepstowbumper(2m,soft)onRulesdebut5weeksago, edgingaheadagainonline.Wentthroughtheracelikeahorsecapableofmuchbetterandhe’sverymuchofinterestunderapenalty. TFRHHHHH BHABr B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Khazaria (FR) Kielan Woods J O Andy Mews D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T B Tommy James, Eoin Banville & Lucy Norton A M Horseboxes S TIMEFORM VIEW Finished third on second of 2 starts in Irish points (May 2025) and whilst he ran to a fair level, left the impression he was possibly ﬂattered,when 5 lengths last of5 in bumperat Market Rasen 4weeks ago,verymuch havingthe run ofthe race. More needed. TFRHHIII BHA-

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Flushtown Vale (IRE) James Turner J O Mr D. Owens Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Dermot Owens TIMEFORMVIEWYeatsgelding.Closelyrelatedtofairhurdlewinner/usefulchaserDefan,andhalf-brothertomodesthurdlerUshuaiaDancer. Dam, pointwinner, sisterto useful hurdler/smart chaser(stayed 3m) Long House Hall. Market can guide on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

Br Br g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Blakolive (IRE) David Bass J O Mr Wayne Woods Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Derek Watson J.Dot Limited, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEW£12,0003-y-o,£30,0005-y-o,WingsofEaglesgelding.Dam,wellheldinbumper/maidenhurdles,half-sistertofairlyusefulhurdler/chaser (stayed29f) Havana Hermano.Won second of2outings inIrish points(Nov2). Bettingcan unearth someclues onRulesbow. TFRHHHII BHABr Gr g Kingston Hill - Wyndham Rose (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Mr Jarlath Patrick Conway Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Peter Byrne TIMEFORMVIEW€20,0003-y-o,KingstonHillgelding.Half-brothertofairlyuseful21f-23fhurdlewinnerAPerfectDay.Damunracedhalf-sistertousefulchaser(stayed 25f)BurningAmbition.SuccessfulonlyoutinginIrishpoints(Mar2025)andhecommandsrespectnowstartingoutfortopstable. TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Bollin Rachel Jack Quinlan J O Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited Kevin Frost, Newark T B Jean Snailum Kevin Frost Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding. Dam ran once on Flat. Unlikely type on paper and he’s probably best watched on debut. TFRHHIII BHABr Ch g Masked Marvel - Kiyrna (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Wymer, Kehoe Partnership Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T B Ms Daniele Kindler Henrietta Knight S TIMEFORMVIEWMaskedMarvelgeldingwhohasdisplayedfairformamidinexperiencebothstartstodate,displayinggreennesswheneighthof 13 in listed bumperat Cheltenham (16.4f) 6weeks ago. Remains likelycapable ofbetterandthis certainlyless demanding. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: DALSTON LAD (IRE) 4 11 6 Kielan Woods 10-11 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4, 7. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 No Walkover (GB), 4-1 Grazeon Sunshine (GB), Moments In Time (IRE), 5-1 Wonder Flying (FR), 10-1 Capital House (IRE), Double Indemnity (IRE), 40-1 Bargain Hunter (IRE), Racscopic (GB) NO WALKOVER was made to work harder than had initially appeared likely when landing a Chepstow bumper on debut 5 weeks ago but the way he went through the race on that occasion suggests he’s capable of much better and David Pipe’s 4-y-o is fancied to confirm as much and defy PLAY SMARTER a penalty. Dan Skelton landed this 12 months ago and his point scorer Moments in Time also commands a look. Grazeon Sunshine and Wonder Flying are others worth a look in the finale. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NO WALKOVER 2.MOMENTS IN TIME (IRE) 3.GRAZEON SUNSHINE

TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR

Find out more about today’s race sponsor at

williamhill.com

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB)

GREAT BRIT-

Call

08000 852 580 (free 24 hours a day)

Visit

britishhorseracing.com/RaceWISE

If you have concerns about the integrity of British racing or the wellbeing of the sport’s participants, human or equine, please contact RaceWISE. Anonymous reporting.

NEXT MEETING

09/04/2026

T: 0344 579 3001 W: thejockeyclub.co.uk/aintree E: aintree.racecourse@thejockeyclub.co.uk

SEVENTH RACE

ABANDONED RACING

THE COURSE IS FOR HORSES

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.

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.

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.

HBLB The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £426,959 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.

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.

IMPORTANT

NOTICES

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.

NEED TO KNOW MORE Want to know about Racing Language, Hints & Tips, New to Racing, Betting information and much, much more visit our website below or scan our QR code. thejockeyclub.co.uk/the-racing

TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.00 - THE WILLIAM HILL DAILY BET BOOSTS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187, the fourth £1094 and the fifth £545. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs (2m 4f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 16th April, 2026. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 18 entries at £90. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7270; Second £3634; Third £1818; Fourth £909; Fifth £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.30 - THE WILLIAM HILL RACING BET BUILDER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £21124 to the winning horse The second to receive £9720, the third £4860, the fourth £2432 and the fifth £1212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have 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. 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 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 Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 8 entries, 1 at £40 and 7 at £200. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £16156; Second £8076; Third £4040; Fourth £2020; Fifth £1008. (Penalty Value £21124) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL FORMBY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse The second to receive £21370, the third £10700, the fourth £5330, the fifth £2680 and the sixth £1340. for novice three yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 110 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation/entry.. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 7lb; 4-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. 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. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 12 entries at £500. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.40 - THE WILLIAM HILL DAILY BET BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447. for four yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. 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 Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 14 entries, 2 at £30 and 12 at £150. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372. (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.15 - THE WILLIAM HILL EACH WAY EXTRA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Staying Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYING CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs (3m 1f 100 yds) at Warwick on 26th March, 2026. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 15 entries, 0 at £25 and 15 at £125. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACES WITH B.O.G NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990 and the fourth £1495. for novice four yrs old and upwards. £125 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 10 entries, 3 at £25 and 7 at £125. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 15lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 036 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.25 - THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9530 to the winning horse The second to receive £4390, the third £2194 and the fourth £1099. for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £87 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 12 entries at £87. - Closed December 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7303; Second £3652; Third £1825; Fourth £914. (Penalty Value £9530.50) A SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. 47

25/26

FIXTURES SUN 26 OCT 2025 HALLOWEEN FAMILY DAY SAT 8 NOV 2025

GRAND SEFTON DAY

SAT 6 DEC 2025

BECHER CHASE DAY

FRI 26 DEC 2025

BOXING DAY RACING

THU 9 APR 2026

OPENING DAY

FRI 10 APR 2026

LADIES DAY

SAT 11 APR 2026

GRAND NATIONAL DAY

*ALL FIXTURES & SPONSORS CORRECT AT THE TIME OF PRINTING

BOOK B O O K TICKETS T IC K E T S NO NOW W| T H E J O C K E YC LU B .C O.U K /A I N T R E E THEJOCKEYCLUB.CO.UK/AINTREE