Ascot Racecard - Friday 19th November

N OV E M B E R R AC I N G W E E K E N D Friday 19th November 2021 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME £3.50

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CHAIRMAN’S WELCOME Welcome to the opening day of the November Racing Weekend.

As we head into the main part of the Jumps season the high-class action comes thick and fast and we have two days of exciting, informative racing ahead of us.

On this card last year we saw Chantry House make a winning start to his career over fences while Metier won the Introductory Hurdle. Both went on to record Grade 1 success later in the season, including at the Cheltenham Festival for Chantry House, so it’s very possible that we could see another future star or two today.

The feature race is the Events At Ascot Handicap Chase over two-miles-and-fivefurlongs, worth £25,000. It looks set to be an intriguing contest and last year’s winning trainer, Venetia Williams, saddles the well-fancied Pink Legend while the in form Dan Skelton runs Flegmatik. Dan was the leading trainer at Ascot last season and he is clearly trying hard to regain that title with five runners across the card today.

Our thanks go to all of today’s sponsors for their support including A Garden For All Seasons who give their backing to our fifth race. We are also delighted to show our support for the Windsor Horse Rangers and The Not Forgotten charities by the naming of two races after them.

You can find out more about those valuable charities in these pages as well as catching up on how Master Minded, unbeaten in four runs at Ascot, is getting on during his retirement through the Retraining of Racehorses article.

Tomorrow is another exciting day of racing with a brace of Grade 2 contests in the shape of the Coral Hurdle and Chanelle Pharma 1965 Chase. Master Minded was of course a dual winner of that later race in 2010 and 2011 for Paul Nicholls who is the most successful trainer in the race with seven winners since 2006. He features in an extended version of the Ascot Enquiry in this weekend’s racecard.

We hope you can join us again tomorrow and if not look forward to seeing you again shortly.

Yours Sincerely,

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. Her Majesty’s Representative & Chairman WELCOME

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1st Race 12.20pm The The Ascot Shop ‘National Hunt’ Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)

The term ‘maiden’ inspires thoughts of damsels in distress, but in horse racing terms it takes on a different meaning. When a horse is referred to as a maiden, it simply means that they have yet to win a race. This contest differs slightly from a standard maiden event in that it is restricted to horses that have been specifically bred for National Hunt racing, and therefore those that have previously run on the Flat are barred from taking part. Many of the runners aged four and upwards in this race run over two miles and about three and a half furlongs will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today.

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2nd Race 12.55pm The Windsor Horse Rangers Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences, allowing them to compete against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race under the respective code prior to the official start of the season, which is towards the end of April. This particular contest is a novices’ chase for horses aged four and upwards, run over two miles and about three furlongs.

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3rd Race 1.30pm The Ascot Fan Pass “Introductory” Hurdle (GBB Race)

An introductory hurdle is a race restricted to horses which have not previously run in more than one hurdle race. This particular two-mile contest is for four-year-olds and upwards. The weights are initially set at 11st for each runner, with fillies and mares receiving a 7lb allowance from their male rivals.

However, any runner that was successful on their first start will be allocated a 5lb penalty.

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4th Race 2.05pm The Events At Ascot Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

This handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 145 is run over two miles and about five furlongs. In a handicap, the weight that each of the runners’ carries is determined by their official handicap rating, which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to

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ensure competitive racing by asking the higher-rated horses to carry more weight than a lower-rated rival.

As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale, whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

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5th Race 2.40pm The Garden For All Seasons Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)

This hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 145 is run over two miles.

To qualify for a handicap rating, horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the Handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms, a horse rated 145 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 140.

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6th Race 3.15pm The Not Forgotten Handicap Chase

This particular handicap steeple chase is to be run over three miles and has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140.

Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating, this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised, they are allotted a mandatory penalty – 7lb in this race.

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7th Race 3.50pm The Royal Ascot Racing Club Novices’ Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)

The finale this afternoon is a handicap hurdle run over two miles and about five and a half furlongs. The race has been designed for novice three-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 115. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden.

The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.

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B g Passing Glance - So Long (Nomadic Way (USA)) Owner: Mrs B Tully And R Lock Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Colours:PURPLE, YELLOW STAR, Breeder: Mrs C C Scott RED SLEEVES, YELLOW CAP. Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers Form: 2U1-311 CD BET WITH ASCOT VIEW HHHH Posted front-running wins in graduation chase and Class 2 handicap over C&D (heavy/soft) the last twice, despite tending to jump left; gamely beat Bennys King last time; has an attractive profile, given that he’s unbeaten at Ascot (3-3) and looks open to further progress.

Official BHA Rating 158

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1. Owner’s Silks (illustration) 2. Colour of horse B = Bay Br = Brown Ch = Chestnut Gr = Grey Ro = Roan 3. Horse’s Number on saddle cloth 4. Sex of horse c = colt f = filly g = gelding h = horse m = mare 5. Horse’s name 6. Sire (Father) 7. Dam (Mother) 8. Birthplace of horse (if not Great Britain) 9. Damsire (Grandfather) 10. Number of days since last run 11. Form Guide 12. Racing Post star rating 13. Horse’s sponsor details 14. Breeder 15. Trainer(s) 16. Owner(s) 17. Age of horse 18. Owner’s Colours (description) 19. Previous performances / = Denotes new season – = Denotes new year B = Brought down F = Fell P = Pulled Up U = Unseated rider 20. Form details C = Course winner D = Distance winner CD = Has won a race over the same distance at Ascot before.

C D = Has at won a race at Ascot before but over a different distance. They have also won over today’s trip at another course.

BF = Finished beaten favourite on their previous run.

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21. Weight (stones/pounds) 22. Official BHA Rating The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring penalties and allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicapped races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change in rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

For novice steeple chasers, their latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

23. Jockey’s name and photo If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.

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K EY TO SY M B O L S Entry Point

Jockey Book Signings

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Injured Jockeys Fund Charity Shop

Cloakroom & Left Luggage Grandstand Entrances First Aid Point Toilets and Baby Changing Parent & Baby Room Ascot Shop Taxi Drop Off Point

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King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand.

To make the most of your visit download the Ascot app and enjoy easy access to the interactive map which will enable you to locate bars and dining facilities, a schedule of the day and a live feed of Ascot TV (available on iPhone and Android).

A SHORT HISTORY ASCOT’S BEGINNINGS Few sporting venues can match the rich heritage and history of Ascot Racecourse.

Over the past 300 years, Ascot has established itself as a national institution; with Royal Ascot becoming the centrepiece of the British social calendar and the ultimate stage for the best racehorses in the world.

THE FIRST RACECOURSE The racecourse was laid out by William Lowen, assisted by a team including a carpenter, a painter, and a racing administrator. The first permanent building was erected around 1794 by a local Windsor builder. Holding 1,650 people, it was used for almost fifty years.

It was Queen Anne in 1711 who first saw the potential for a racecourse at Ascot (in those days called East Cote). Whilst out riding near Windsor Castle she came upon an area of open heath that looked, in her words, “ideal for horses to gallop at full stretch”.

In 1813, Parliament passed an Act of Enclosure, which ensured that Ascot Heath would be kept and used as a racecourse for the public in the future. Racing at Ascot was now secure.

THE FIRST RACE MEETING The first race meeting ever held at Ascot took place later that year, on Saturday 11th August. The inaugural event was Her Majesty’s Plate, worth 100 guineas and open to any horse, mare or gelding over six years of age. Each horse was required to carry a weight of 12 stone and the seven runners were all English hunters, rather different to the speedy thoroughbreds that race on the Flat today.

The nature of the contest also bore little resemblance to modern day racing at Ascot.

That race consisted of three separate heats, each four miles long – about the length of today’s Grand National course. The winning horse would have required tremendous stamina, but sadly there is no record of who claimed that first Plate.

Queen Anne’s gift to racing, founding the Royal Racecourse, is marked by the tradition of opening Royal Ascot with the Queen Anne Stakes.

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ROYAL ASCOT The precise origins of the Royal Meeting are unclear, as the event evolved from the first four-day meeting that took place in 1768.

The meeting as it’s known today only really started to take shape with the introduction of the Gold Cup in 1807. Royal Ascot was the only race meeting held at Ascot until 1939.

The Gold Cup remains the feature race of the third day of Royal Ascot, traditionally the busiest day of the week, when high fashion and exquisite millinery take centre stage alongside Flat racing’s most elite stayers.

In 2009, Yeats, ridden by Johnny Murtagh and trained by Aidan O’Brien, won his fourth consecutive Gold Cup – a magnificent achievement, and one that Stradivarius just failed to emulate in 2021 having won the previous three renewals.

MANAGING ASCOT Although founded by a Queen and located on Crown property, the administration of Ascot is handled on behalf of the Crown by a representative appointed by the Monarch. Up until 1901, the racecourse was managed on the Sovereign’s behalf by the Master of the Royal Buckhounds. In 1901, Lord Churchill was appointed as His Majesty’s Representative, responsible for running the course and determining entrance to the Royal Enclosure.

The Ascot Authority was established in 1913 by an Act of Parliament, with His Majesty’s Representative becoming Senior Trustee.

Today, as Ascot Authority (Holdings) Limited, Ascot has a formal board chaired by Sir Francis Brooke Bt., who also serves as Her Majesty’s Representative at Ascot.

As an owner and breeder of racehorses, Her Majesty The Queen takes a keen interest in the races, and has had great success with her own horses over the years. The jockeys riding Her Majesty’s horses can be identified by The Queen’s racing colours: purple body with gold braid, scarlet sleeves, and black velvet cap with gold fringe – the same as those of King Edward VII and George IV as Prince Regent.

During Royal Ascot, The Queen traditionally presents the Gold Cup and the Diamond Jubilee Stakes. New versions of these trophies are made each year and presented to the winners to keep.

Ascot Racecourse closed for a £200 million redevelopment in 2004, and was reopened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth on 20th June 2006.

HIGHLIGHTS AT ASCOT SINCE 2006 There have been several landmark occasions since Ascot Racecourse reopened in 2006 and none more memorable than two special Gold Cup days – when Yeats completed his four-timer of Gold Cup wins in 2009 and when The Queen herself won the stayers’ championship with Estimate in 2013.

In 2011, Ascot celebrated its tercentenary and staged the inaugural QIPCO British Champions Day, now the culmination of the European elite Flat racing season.

The great Frankel won the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Champions Day in 2011, and the curtain came down on the career of officially the best horse of all time when he won the Champion Stakes a year later. Sir Henry Cecil’s pride and joy won five of his remarkable unbeaten run of 14 races at Ascot.

2012 also saw Ascot at the heart of the country’s celebrations to mark The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, with the Golden Jubilee Stakes renamed the Diamond Jubilee Stakes and won by the great Australian mare, Black Caviar.

Ascot has continued to cement its reputation as Europe’s premier destination for the best horses in the world. In recent years it is the Americans who have had most success, with Tepin’s win in the 2016 Queen Anne Stakes and Lady Aurelia’s King’s Stand Stakes victory the following year being notable highlights.

The latter filly was trained by Wesley Ward, who has now saddled 12 winners at the Royal Meeting.

It is not just international horses which Ascot is known for, of course. Jockeys also come from all over the world to ride here – perhaps most notably at the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, a unique fixture in the global racing calendar which each year sees many of world’s top jockeys compete for points to lift racing’s ultimate team prize, with four teams battling it out across a thrilling six-race contest.

While the grandeur of the Royal Meeting takes centre stage each June, Ascot is also renowned for hosting Europe’s premier midsummer middle-distance contest the following month.

The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth QIPCO Stakes has been won by many of racing’s most distinguished champions including Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Dancing Brave, Nashwan, Galileo and - more recently - the remarkable mare Enable, who in July 2020 made history by becoming the first horse to win three renewals of this prestigious prize.

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ASCOT JUMP SEASON 2021/22 LEADING PARTICIPANTS Updated throughout the season, the below tables highlight the leading jockeys, trainers and owners at Ascot in the current season.

Standings include up to and including Thursday 18th November

JOCKEYS

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JAMIE MOORE TOM SCUDAMORE THOMAS DOGGRELL BRIDGET ANDREWS LORCAN WILLIAMS

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BARS, RESTAURANTS & EATERIES

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Choisir Bar serving draught and bottled beer within easy access of the Parade Ring steppings and trackside lawns

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Nijinsky Bar a popular full service bar inside the Grandstand

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Mai Taiko offering authentic Japanese rice and sushi bowls

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Mrs B’s Kitchen serving crispy tender chicken served with potato wedges and a summer salad along with Royal Estate cocktail sausage bowl, potato hash, honey glaze and crispy onion

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Front Runner Grill a popular choice, serving a range of burgers and chips. Plant-based option available

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The Gin Terrace an elegant Gin Bar on the Grandstand concourse

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Wood Fired Pizza Company offering a range of delicious made to order Italian pizzas with fresh toppings. Gluten free, plant based and vegetarian option available

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Baracouda Café serving Lavazza coffee with cakes, sandwiches and salads

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Fish & Chips offering a British classic on the Bandstand Lawns

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Flat Out serving a range of flatbreads

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The Bahnstand offering traditional Japanese rice bowls and steamed bao buns in a variety of flavours

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Mac ‘N’ Cheese offering freshly made macaroni and cheese topped your way, prepared to order. Plant-based, gluten free options available

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The Burger Kitchen serving burgers, hot dogs and chips on the Bandstand Lawn

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Magnum Horsebox serving Magnum ice creams on the Bandstand Lawn B A R S R E S TA U R A N T S & E AT E R I E S

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WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK King Edward VII Enclosure Please note that the following outlets are exclusively available to King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers.

BARS

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Exclusive to the Bit & Bridle Cocktail Bar on Level 4 are a range of winter cocktails developed especially for the Jumps season at Ascot. Enjoy a twist on a classic with the flavours of rhubarb, thyme and pomegranate combining for the ultimate gin and tonic or try a seasonal creation with a Mulled Wine Mojito or Winters Tipple.

Elevate your day with sit-down dining at the Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar on Level 4. Choose from a mouth-watering menu of delectable delights such as caviar selections, seafood platters, smoked salmon fillets and a shrimp and tiger prawn cocktail, accompanied by a choice of Champagne and wines. Walk-ins available on the day.

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Take your pick from an assortment of delicious on-the-go food outlets in the Queen Anne Enclosure. Why not stop by Mrs B’s Kitchen on the grandstand concourse and enjoy the ultimate winter warmer of pie and mash with a refreshing beer.

Named after the great staying hurdler, the Baracouda Café serves a range of delicious sandwiches and scrumptious cakes alongside a collection of teas and coffees, presented by Lavazza, the official coffee of Ascot.

A selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are also available.

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TODAY’S SPONSORS Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.

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From stocking fillers to luxury items, gifts for the home lover, racing fan and even the little ones – The Ascot Shop has got something for everyone this Christmas. Shop on the day from at the Grandstand Shop (Located near Entrance B in the Grandstand Concourse). Alternatively, the collection is available to purchase from the Ascot Online Shop - www.ascot.co.uk/shopping-and-collections

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Windsor Horse Rangers is a volunteer led charity which was set up in 1972 with the aim of educating children on all aspects of horse care and riding in a safe and fun environment. They have 24 horses and ponies who are cared for by 180 children aged between 8 and 18 who spend between three and seven hours each Saturday or Sunday at their farm based at Fifield. Rangers also learn teamwork, leadership, respect for people and animals, self-esteem, responsibility and many other important life skills.

Children pay a monthly donation which is kept as low as possible to facilitate as many children as possible to participate, however, they still have a waiting list of 750 children. To find out more, visit www.windsor-horse-rangers.org.uk

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Download the Ascot Fan Pass - your digital portal to fantastic prizes, exclusive offers and the latest updates from the world’s finest racecourse. With prizes from LK Bennett and Radley to raceday experiences at Ascot, download your very own Ascot Fan Pass directly to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and you will be entered into each exclusive prize draw. www.ascot.co.uk/the-ascot-fan-pass

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The Events at Ascot team works with private clients and businesses to create successful and memorable event experiences all year round, delivered with our customary sense of occasion and exemplary service. With 179 acres of manicured grounds, superb facilities, and 300 different indoor and outdoor spaces, the racecourse is an ideal location to host bespoke private events, conferences, summer parties, away days, film shoots, meetings, product launches, exhibitions, weddings, and Christmas parties. Whether it’s an intimate meeting for 10 or a spectacular event for 8,000, Ascot has the versatility to adapt to every requirement. www.ascot.co.uk/venue-hire-conferences-events

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We are A Garden For All Seasons. Our company supply and install artificial grass to the residential and commercial market covering the Surrey, Sussex, Berks and Hampshire areas. Ascot Racecourse is among many of our satisfied clients, we only use British manufactured products, installed to a high standard. All installations are covered by a 10-year guarantee; all our installers are non-sub-contracted. Our customer recommendations are our future. agardenforallseasons.co.uk

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The Not Forgotten is a national British Armed Forces registered charity for serving and ex-service personnel. Founded in 1920, the charity was established to bring entertainment and relief to the many thousands of soldiers who were wounded and ill after the Great War. Over a century later, they continue to tackle loneliness and isolation among military beneficiaries by offering activities, respite and challenge trips to over 10,000 individuals each year. To find out more, visit: www.thenotforgotten.org

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Since its inception in 1998, The Royal Ascot Racing Club has been acclaimed throughout the racing world for its unsurpassed on-track facilities, superb catering and comfortable and elegant environment. Like-minded people enjoying racing in the most amazing surroundings, the Royal Ascot Racing Club is proud to have many of its founder Members still among the present Membership, a testament to the great affection the Club holds within their hearts. In addition to the Club facilities and free access to every one of Ascot’s high-class racing fixtures, every Member has a unique interest in up to six horses which run in the Club colours of white and dark blue. To enquire about Membership, please contact Michelle Atkinson, Head of Memberships, on michelle.atkinson@ascot.com

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OFFICIAL PARTNERS AND SUPPLIERS Ascot is proud to present our Official Partners and Suppliers for 2021

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AWAY RACING FROM CHEPSTOW AND CATTERICK BRIDGE CHEPSTOW Race 1 12.00 2m 7f 131y

5 INVESTMENT MANAGER (GB) 11-9 Colin Tizzard Brendan Powell Form: 02-1, Probable S.P.: 11-4

1 NO NO JULIET (IRE) 11-13 Fergal O’Brien Liam Harrison (3) Form: P13-, Probable S.P.: 4-1

6 MERE ANARCHY (IRE) 11-2 Robert Stephens Ciaran Gethings Form: 22P-, Probable S.P.: 12-1

2 MASSINI’S DREAM (GB) 11-12 Christian Williams Jack Tudor (3) Form: 3-23, Probable S.P.: 11-2

7 JAYTEE (GB) Ian Williams Form: 036/-,

3 CHLOE’S COURT (IRE) 11-10 Robert Walford Ben Godfrey (5) Form: 16-4, Probable S.P.: 10-1

8 LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) 10-9 Susan Gardner Lucy Gardner Form: 345-, Probable S.P.: 16-1

4 OSCA LOCA (IRE) 11-5 Tim Vaughan Charlie Price (3) Form: P0-P, Probable S.P.: 20-1

9 BEAU HAZE (GB) 10-9 Phillip Dando Conor Ring (3) Form: 113, Probable S.P.: 8-1

5 CUSHUISH (GB) 11-2 Bob Buckler Sean Houlihan (3) Form: 1-3P, Probable S.P.: 16-1

10 KENYAN COWBOY (IRE) 10-6 Neil King Max Kendrick Form: 00F, Probable S.P.: 16-1

6 THE TOOJUMPA (GB) 11-1 Fergal O’Brien Connor Brace Form: UP-1, Probable S.P.: 7-4 7 JERMINNIE GREEN (IRE) 10-12 Alan King Tom Bellamy Form: 60-0, Probable S.P.: 14-1 8 LEVEROCK LASS (IRE) 10-9 Tim Reed Harry Reed Form: 525-, Probable S.P.: 8-1 9 KINGSMILL GIN (GB) 10-2 Jackie du Plessis James Best Form: 0P-F, Probable S.P.: 10-1

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Fergus Gregory (3) Probable S.P.: 12-1

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1 FABRIQUE EN FRANCE (FR) 11-12 Olly Murphy Fergus Gregory (3) Form: 1P3-, Probable S.P.: 9-2 2 POWERSTOWN PARK (IRE) 11-11 Sam Thomas Jordan Nailor (3) Form: 14-U, Probable S.P.: 8-1 3 FINISTERE (FR) 11-10 Dan Skelton Mr Tristan Durrell (7) Form: 340, Probable S.P.: 8-1 4 SARASOTA STAR (IRE) 11-10 Martin Keighley James Best Form: 614, Probable S.P.: 4-1

1 STEADY THE SHIP (IRE) 11-12 Jonjo O’Neill Richie McLernon Form: 240-, Probable S.P.: 10-1

5 BANNISTER (FR) 11-7 Tom George Jonathan Burke Form: 10-6, Probable S.P.: 8-1

2 VOODOO DOLL (IRE) 11-11 Evan Williams Isabel Williams (5) Form: 251, Probable S.P.: 9-2

6 MILLBANK FLYER (IRE) 11-4 Harry Fry Lorcan Murtagh (3) Form: 2P-3, Probable S.P.: 11-4

3 JAISALMER (IRE) 11-10 Mark Bradstock Alfie Jordan (7) Form: 004, Probable S.P.: 16-1

7 MORGENSTERN (FR) 11-4 David Pipe Tom Scudamore Form: 6P5, Probable S.P.: 10-1

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8 RICHIE VALENTINE (GB) 10-0 John O’Shea Ben Poste Form: 1P5, Probable S.P.: 10-1

4 INDUNO (IRE) David Pipe Form: 13/4-,

Tom Scudamore Probable S.P.: 7-2

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1 CHANCEUX (IRE) 10-12 Alastair Ralph Nick Scholfield Form: 43-2, Probable S.P.: 11-10 2 HITITI (FR) Robert Walford Form: 12F, 3 NOTER LE (FR) Evan Williams Form: 0, 4 WAR CALL (FR) Dan Skelton Form: 5-04,

8 MANOTHEPEOPLE (IRE) 11-4 Fergal O’Brien Connor Brace Form: 1-5, Probable S.P.: 13-2

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9 RADDON TOP (IRE) 11-4 Chris Down David Noonan Form: r-10, Probable S.P.: 33-1

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10 THE STREET (IRE) 11-4 Emma Lavelle Tom Bellamy Form: 5, Probable S.P.: 8-1

James Best Probable S.P.: 10-1 Adam Wedge Probable S.P.: 33-1

Bridget Andrews Probable S.P.: 2-1

6 WILLIAM PHILO (GB) 10-12 Robert Walford Jonathan Burke Form: 0-5, Probable S.P.: 25-1 7 CAMEMBERT ELECTRIC (IRE) 10-5 Tom Lacey Tom Bellamy Form: 40, Probable S.P.: 8-1 8 LIGHT OF ATHENA (IRE) 10-5 Ronald Harris Ciaran Gethings Form: 0//-45, Probable S.P.: 33-1 9 MISS WEST (IRE) 10-5 Evan Williams Conor Ring (3) Form: 50, Probable S.P.: 50-1 10 RUBYS REWARD (GB) 10-5 Anthony Honeyball Rex Dingle Form: 45-0, Probable S.P.: 25-1

2m 3f 100y

1 ART DECCO (GB) 11-4 Robert Walford James Best Form: 4, Probable S.P.: 33-1 2 BALLYBEEN (IRE) 11-4 Sam Thomas Jordan Nailor (3) Form: 36F-, Probable S.P.: 12-1 3 DAN’S CHOSEN (IRE) 11-4 Philip Hobbs Sean Houlihan (3) Form: 3/-5P, Probable S.P.: 12-1 4 DESIGNER JET (IRE) 11-4 Harriet Brown Shane Quinlan (5) Form: 0F4, Probable S.P.: 50-1 5 EPPLETON COLLIER (FR) 11-4 David Bridgwater Brendan Powell Form: 06-, Probable S.P.: 33-1 6 GAULOIS (FR) Paul Nicholls Form: 32-,

11-4

Daryl Jacob Probable S.P.: 5-2

10-12

5 WHYNOTNOWKEN (IRE) 10-12 Anthony Honeyball Richie McLernon Form: Probable S.P.: 25-1

Race 5 2.20

7 JETOILE (IRE) Ryan Potter Form: 3F-3,

11-4

Tom Buckley (5) Probable S.P.: 11-4

11 WELSBY (IRE) 11-4 Deborah Faulkner Nick Scholfield Form: 1///-02, Probable S.P.: 5-1

Race 6 2.55

2m 3f 100y

1 BALLYGOE (IRE) 11-4 Chris Down David Noonan Form: 4P-3, Probable S.P.: 6-1 2 COME ON GRUFF (IRE) 11-4 Tom George Jonathan Burke Form: 14-, Probable S.P.: 10-1 3 DEVONSHIRE ROCCO (IRE) 11-4 Oliver Sherwood Brendan Powell Form: 0-, Probable S.P.: 33-1 4 DORAN’S BRIDGE (IRE) 11-4 Katy Price Ben Poste Form: 1-P0, Probable S.P.: 200-1 5 ICEBURGH BAY (IRE) 11-4 Philip Hobbs Ben Jones Form: 41, Probable S.P.: 9-2 6 OFFYOUPOP (IRE) 11-4 Paul Nicholls Bryony Frost Form: 3-, Probable S.P.: 10-3 7 SCHIAPARELLI TEDDY (GB) 11-4 Andrew Martin James Martin (7) Form: 5-0, Probable S.P.: 100-1 8 YOUNG BUTLER (IRE) 11-4 Emma Lavelle Tom Bellamy Form: 4-3, Probable S.P.: 13-8 9 LAST QUARTER (IRE) 11-3 David Pipe Tom Scudamore Form: 1-0, Probable S.P.: 7-1 10 MIZZ MOONDANCE (GB) 10-11 Bob Buckler Sean Houlihan (3) Form: 0/06-, Probable S.P.: 50-1 11 TOWTHELINE (GB) 10-11 Harriet Brown James Best Form: 504, Probable S.P.: 200-1

Race 7 3.25

2m 7f 131y

1 GLENTROOL (GB) 12-0 Sam Thomas Jordan Nailor Form: 02F-, Probable S.P.: 4-1 2 GETMEGOLD (IRE) 11-12 Colin Tizzard Harry Kimber (6) Form: 63-6, Probable S.P.: 11-2 3 MR WASHINGTON (IRE) 11-12 Tom Symonds Lorcan Murtagh Form: 114-, Probable S.P.: 8-1 4 TRIXSTER (IRE) Tim Vaughan Form: 6-00,

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Charlie Price (3) Probable S.P.: 25-1

5 TREASURE DILLON (IRE) 11-7 Evan Williams Isabel Williams (3) Form: F50/-, Probable S.P.: 12-1 6 MANOFMANYWORDS (GB) 11-7 Jeremy Scott Lorcan Williams Form: 003-, Probable S.P.: 10-1 7 LAUGHARNE (GB) 11-7 Tim Vaughan Luca Morgan Form: P-60, Probable S.P.: 25-1 8 GUILLEMOT (FR) 11-5 Henry Daly Ben Godfrey Form: 13-0, Probable S.P.: 12-1 9 SIXTY DOLLARS MORE (FR) 10-13 Colin Tizzard Jack Tudor Form: 4-02, Probable S.P.: 13-2 10 VALENTINO (GB) 10-12 Jackie du Plessis Sean Houlihan Form: 211, Probable S.P.: 5-2 11 BUNNY BORU (GB) 10-8 Lawney Hill Fergus Gregory Form: 60P-, Probable S.P.: 33-1 12 MISTERTOMMYSHELBY (IRE) 10-0 Ryan Potter Danny Burton Form: 00-5, Probable S.P.: 50-1

CATTERICK BRIDGE Race 1 12.10 3m 1f 71y

1 ANOTHER THEATRE (IRE) 11-12 Philip Kirby Joe Williamson (3) Form: P-40, Probable S.P.: 12-1 2 SAMMYLOU (IRE) 11-12 Fergal O’Brien Lilly Pinchin (3) Form: 3-61, Probable S.P.: 10-3 3 MORRAMAN (IRE) 11-11 Donald McCain Theo Gillard (3) Form: 421, Probable S.P.: 4-1 4 CATCHMEIFYOUCAN (IRE) 11-8 Jennie Candlish Peter Kavanagh (5) Form: 260, Probable S.P.: 12-1 5 CLASSIC ESCAPE (IRE) 11-6 Dr Richard Newland Charlie Todd Form: 2F-0, Probable S.P.: 8-1 6 BARI BREEZE (IRE) 10-13 Milton Harris Mitchell Bastyan (3) Form: 252, Probable S.P.: 9-2 7 KAUTO D’AMOUR (FR) 10-13 Sue Smith Thomas Willmott (3) Form: 3-6F, Probable S.P.: 10-1 8 TOMORROW’S ANGEL (GB) 10-13 Tristan Davidson Tom Midgley (3) Form: 0-25, Probable S.P.: 10-1 9 WHITE WALKER (GB) 10-1 Gary Hanmer Kevin Brogan Form: 434, Probable S.P.: 7-1

Race 2 12.45

1m 7f 156y

1 BITE YA LEGS (GB) 10-12 Tim Easterby Jamie Hamilton Form: Probable S.P.: 16-1

Race 3 1.20

2m 3f 51y

1 GIVE ME A MOMENT (IRE) 12-0 Richard Bandey Harry Bannister Form: 022, Probable S.P.: 9-4

2 IVYNATOR (IRE) 10-12 Charlie Fellowes Jack Quinlan Form: 4, Probable S.P.: 13-2

2 PAY THE WOMAN (IRE) 12-0 Martin Keighley Sean Bowen Form: 114, Probable S.P.: 4-1

3 MYBOYMAX (FR) 10-12 Micky Hammond Alain Cawley Form: Probable S.P.: 7-1

3 O’GRADY’S BOY (IRE) 11-12 Gary Hanmer William Shanahan (7) Form: 6UU, Probable S.P.: 12-1

4 OUTBACK BOY (IRE) 10-12 Oliver Greenall Henry Brooke Form: Probable S.P.: 7-1

4 SALAMANCA SCHOOL (FR) 11-4 Warren Greatrex Gavin Sheehan Form: 310, Probable S.P.: 5-1

5 SMART BOYO (GB) 10-12 Philip Kirby Thomas Dowson Form: P5, Probable S.P.: 33-1

5 MILL RACE KING (IRE) 11-4 Tim Easterby Jamie Hamilton Form: 53-2, Probable S.P.: 5-2

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6 SPOT ON SOPH (IRE) 10-0 Sam England Jonathan England Form: 405-, Probable S.P.: 10-1

6 SONNING (IRE) Alan King Form: 2,

A. P. Heskin Probable S.P.: 5-4

7 VIGNONI (GB) Pat Murphy Form:

Harry Bannister Probable S.P.: 12-1

10-12

8 AUSTRIANA (IRE) 10-5 Sam Allwood Charlie Todd (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 25-1 9 NASTASIYA (GB) 10-5 Tristan Davidson Sean Quinlan Form: 35, Probable S.P.: 20-1 10 RITA R (IRE) Barry Murtagh Form:

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Craig Nichol Probable S.P.: 33-1

11 SHAMROCK WINE (IRE) 10-5 Brian Ellison Danny McMenamin Form: 52, Probable S.P.: 7-1

Race 4 1.55

2m 3f 51y

1 MINELLA TRUMP (IRE) 11-12 Donald McCain Brian Hughes Form: 111, Probable S.P.: 4-6 2 ASK PADDINGTON (IRE) 11-2 Rebecca Menzies Thomas Dowson Form: 254, Probable S.P.: 11-4 3 BARON DE MIDLETON (IRE) 11-2 Brian Ellison Henry Brooke Form: 222, Probable S.P.: 4-1

Race 5 2.30

2m 3f 66y

1 MINELLA PLUS (IRE) 11-4 Donald McCain Brian Hughes Form: 221, Probable S.P.: 6-5 2 MADEEH (GB) Philip Kirby Form: 6,

10-12

Thomas Dowson Probable S.P.: 25-1

3 WELL EDUCATED (IRE) 10-12 John Quinn Henry Brooke Form: 23-4, Probable S.P.: 5-2 4 SHE HAS NOTIONS (IRE) 10-11 Martin Keighley Sean Quinlan Form: 3P, Probable S.P.: 10-1 5 BRIANNA ROSE (IRE) 10-4 Martin Keighley Sean Bowen Form: 240, Probable S.P.: 3-1

Race 6 3.05

3m 1f 54y

1m 7f 156y

Sean Bowen Probable S.P.: 2-1

2 MANCE RAYDER (IRE) 11-6 Henry Hogarth Jamie Hamilton Form: 34U, Probable S.P.: 15-2

2 BOBS TEAL (GB) 11-0 Alan Brown Aaron Anderson (5) Form: Probable S.P.: 33-1

3 RED GIANT (IRE) 11-5 Jennie Candlish Sean Quinlan Form: 321, Probable S.P.: 5-2

3 BURROWS HALL (FR) 11-0 Sue Smith Ryan Mania Form: Probable S.P.: 8-1

4 BRIAN BORANHA (IRE) 11-5 Peter Niven Callum Bewley Form: 63-6, Probable S.P.: 13-2

4 HERMES LE GRIS (FR) 11-0 Warren Greatrex Gavin Sheehan Form: Probable S.P.: 9-2

5 CRACKING FIND (IRE) 11-3 Sue Smith Ryan Mania Form: 523, Probable S.P.: 4-1

5 LENNY (IRE) Chris Grant Form:

6 BLAZER (FR) Ben Haslam Form: 500,

11-12

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1 ADELPHI SPRITE (GB) 11-0 Philip Kirby Joe Williamson (5) Form: 40-3, Probable S.P.: 15-2

1 REVE (GB) Martin Keighley Form: 0U1,

10-8

Alain Cawley Probable S.P.: 14-1

11-0

Sean Quinlan Probable S.P.: 20-1

6 MONAGHAN BOY (IRE) 11-0 Micky Hammond Alain Cawley Form: Probable S.P.: 16-1 7 RIVER WALK (IRE) 11-0 Donald McCain Brian Hughes Form: Probable S.P.: 4-1 8 SHUIL DONN (IRE) 11-0 Dr Richard Newland Lee Edwards Form: 2-0, Probable S.P.: 7-4 9 ALL IN A TIZZY (GB) 10-7 D. J. Jeffreys Finn Lambert (7) Form: Probable S.P.: 12-1 10 DEE EIRE (GB) Gary Hanmer Form: 0-,

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Kevin Brogan (3) Probable S.P.: 33-1

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R AC E 1 12.20PM T H E AS COT S H O P ‘ N AT I O N A L H U N T ’ M A I D E N H U R D L E R AC E ( C L A S S 3 ) ( G B B

R AC E )

RACE FINISH

RACE START

Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 58yds) (3,800 metres) for maiden four yrs old and upwards Total race value £11900. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4966; Second £2484; Third £1241; Fourth £621. (Penalty Value £6480.74) See page 62 for conditions of this race.

Ascot will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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A I L E S D ’A M O U R ( I R E ) ( 2 1 4 )

Gr g Winged Love (IRE) - Ally Rose (IRE) (Roselier (FR)) Owner: Mr Tony Cocum Weight: 11 4 Horse Age: 6 Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Colours: WHITE, PURPLE stars, armlets Breeder: Mrs Brenda Cunningham and star on cap.

Sponsor: Tote Form: 42-

Jockey William Kennedy

HHH Two creditable bumper displays in the spring (made the running); should have a future over hurdles but needs improvement to win this.

Official BHA Rating -

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D O CTO R K E N ( F R ) ( 26)

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Kendoretta (FR) (Kendor (FR)) Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley Weight: 11 4 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Breeder: Mme Laurence Gagneux hoop, checked sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited Form: 241-3

Aidan Coleman

HHHHH Bumper winner; lacked fluency on last month’s Aintree hurdling debut but still ran well to finish third (clear of the rest); sets the standard of those with experience, yard in fine form and could prove tough to beat.

Official BHA Rating -

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P U L L AG A I N G R E E N ( I R E ) ( 2 1 )

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Clogher Valley (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Roy & Sally Green Tony & Karen Exall Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 4 Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Colours: ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: Robert Kirkwood sash, WHITE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies Form: P6F1-1

Paddy Brennan

HHHH Not much in three Irish points but won a bumper there in March and defied a penalty when following up at Uttoxeter on last month’s debut for Fergal O’Brien; likely type for hurdling and interesting contender.

Official BHA Rating -

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B g Coastal Path - Quine de Sivola (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR)) Owner: Mr Ian Lawrence Weight: 11 3 Horse Age: 4 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, Breeder: Mr Mickael Fennessy sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes Form: 14

Harry Skelton

HH Irish point winner in April (five ran); didn’t live up to expectations when only fourth on last month’s hurdling debut; sure to do better but may need a thorough test of stamina to be seen at his best.

Official BHA Rating -

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KINCARDINE (GB) (178)

B g Kayf Tara - Side Step (Norse Dancer (IRE)) Owner: The Queen Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: The Queen

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 3 Colours: PURPLE, GOLD braid, SCARLET sleeves, BLACK velvet cap, GOLD fringe.

Form: 1

HHHH Didn’t achieve a great deal when beating four rivals in a Southwell bumper in May but only did what he had to; open to any amount of progress now hurdling and no surprise if he played a major role.

Official BHA Rating -

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Nico de Boinville

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UNIVERSAL SECRET (IRE) (172)

Ch g Universal (IRE) - Quiet Beauty (Acclamation) Owner: Mr M J Hoskins Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Helen Nelmes, Dorchester Colours: BROWN, LIGHT GREEN Breeder: J & S Bishop seams, BROWN sleeves and cap.

Form: 0

H Beaten a long way on his debut at Punchestown in May; best watched on first start in Britain.

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Official BHA Rating -

WEST ORCHARD (IRE) (41)

B g Westerner - Shellys Creek (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA)) Owner: ORCHARD RACING Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED Breeder: Mat Farrell spots, armlets and spots on cap.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form: 0

H Tailed off in a bumper last month; should do better but looks one for further down the line.

Paul O’Brien

Harry Cobden

Official BHA Rating -

2020: DANNY KIRWAN (IRE) 7 11 0 Harry Cobden 3-1 (Paul Nicholls) 6 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

11-10 Doctor Ken (FR), 5-2 Kincardine (GB), 4-1 Pull Again Green (IRE), 10-1 Hidden Heroics (FR), 12-1 Ailes d’Amour (IRE), 66-1 West Orchard (IRE), 100-1 Universal Secret (IRE)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

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ASCOT RACECOURSE SUPPORTS WINDSOR HORSE RANGERS Windsor Horse Rangers is a volunteer led charity which was set up in 1972 with the aim of educating children on all aspects of horse care and riding in a safe and fun environment. They have 24 horses and ponies who are cared for by 180 children aged between 8 and 18 who spend between three and seven hours each Saturday or Sunday at their farm based at Fifield.

The children are taught from a comprehensive syllabus which includes theory and practical skills. They work towards achievement badges throughout their time at Rangers and are given ranks and promotions to give them more responsibility as they prove themselves. As well as learning about riding and horse care, Rangers learn teamwork, leadership, respect for people and animals, self-esteem, responsibility and many other important life skills. They also spend a lot of time outside doing physical activities. They currently have a waiting list of 750 children which demonstrates the demand for what the charity provides.

They have had several children with ‘challenging’ behaviour attending Rangers and have seen them change for the better as they are accepted and given responsibilities within their structure. Although they are not a centre for disabled children, they do have some statemented children with autism, Asperger’s, ADHD and other disabilities who benefit from the activities they provide.

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Ex-Rangers have gone onto to work on or run livery and racing yards and studs.

One Ranger groomed horses for The Queen, another rehabilitates horses at a horse sanctuary. Others are vets or vet nurses, equine physiotherapists and even a writer for Horse and Hound magazine. Many Rangers have completed equine related degrees at university and gained a direction in life which they did not have before joining.

The children pay a monthly donation which is a fraction of what they would pay for the equivalent at a local riding stable. Donations are kept as low as possible to facilitate as many children as possible to participate. As a result, their monthly running costs are only just covered and anything else they need has to be paid for by fundraising which they carry out all year. They need the extra income to buy new horses and equipment for the children as well as replace worn out fencing and buildings so are always grateful for any support.

In recognition of the fantastic service that Windsor Horse Rangers provides, our 12.55pm race has been named “The Windsor Horse Rangers Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase”.

The charity is also our official bucket collectors today so please support if you are able.

To find out more, visit: www.windsor-horse-rangers.org.uk/

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R AC E 2 12.55PM THE WINDSOR HORSE RANGERS N OV I C E S ’ L I M I T E D H A N D I C A P S T E E P L E C H A S E ( C L A S S 3 ) ( G B B R AC E )

RACE FINISH

RACE START

Two miles about three furlongs (2m 2f 175yds) (3,700 metres) for novice four yrs old and upwards Total race value £16400. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £8169) See page 62 for conditions of this race.

Windsor Horse Rangers will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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FA I V O I R ( F R ) ( 2 8 )

B g Coastal Path - Qape Noir (FR) (Subotica (FR)) Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

Jockey Harry Skelton

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 8 Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap.

Form: 1311-14 BF

HHHH Useful novice hurdler last season, if not entirely straightforward; winning chase debut at Uttoxeter but undone by a couple of errors when only fourth at Cheltenham next time (off this mark, favourite); better than that but will need a more fluent round of jumping.

Official BHA Rating 144

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T O R N A N D F R AY E D ( F R ) ( 2 8 )

B g Califet (FR) - Chic Et Zen (FR) (Chichicastenango (FR)) Owner: Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie Weight: 10 11 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW stars, striped Breeder: S.A.R.L. Haras Du Bois Emery sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW striped cap.

Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd Form: 51213-3

Sam Twiston-Davies

HHHHH Two hurdling wins last season and satisfactory chasing debut at Cheltenham last month (outpaced half a mile out but rallied to overtake Faivoir for third near the finish); should know more this time and represents a stable in blistering form.

Official BHA Rating 133

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B g Casamento (IRE) - Sina Cova (IRE) (Barathea (IRE)) Owner: Chelsea Thoroughbreds & Trull House Stud Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 11 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Mr Colm Ratty sleeves, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Oliver Brown Form: 0/P/2P21-CD

Nico de Boinville

HHH Too keen for his own good at times over hurdles last season but put matters right with an easy novice win here in March; chasing/handicap debut and likely to prove a serious threat if taking to it.

Official BHA Rating 132

4 G LO RY A N D H O N O U R ( I R E ) ( 2 ) B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - On Khee (Sakhee (USA)) Owner: Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Horse E RAge: 5 Weight: 10 11 N Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope Colours: MAUVE and DARK BLUE check, DARK Breeder: Mr Michael D. Hickey BLUE sleeves, MAUVE armlets, hooped cap.

U N Form: Sponsor: Plusbac 333-02F -R N Official BHA Rating 126 O N 5

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Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Betwixt (IRE) (Sinndar (IRE)) Owner: Mrs Ruth Arnold Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 11 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED Cross of Lorraine, Breeder: S.A.R.L. MM Stud ROYAL BLUE sleeves, RED spots, RED cap.

Form: 1010D

HH Won two of his first three starts over hurdles and didn’t fare too badly when seventh in a hot handicap on final start in April; could play a part on chasing debut but 10lb out of the handicap, which is no help.

Official BHA Rating 123

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Jamie Moore

2 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

2020: CHANTRY HOUSE (IRE) 6 11 1 Nico de Boinville 4-9 (Nicky Henderson) 3 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

7-4 Faivoir (FR), 15-8 Torn And Frayed (FR), 3-1 Cascova (IRE), 8-1 Glory And Honour (IRE), 14-1 Golden Boy Grey (FR)

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RETURN YOUR RE-CUP

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THE ASCOT ENQUIRY PAUL NICHOLLS OBE Paul Nicholls needs little introduction and with a plethora of stable stars in his care both ,past and present, it is no surprise that he is also holds the record for training the most winners of the 1965 Chase.

Cerium started the ball rolling back in 2006 and since then Paul produced the likes of Master Minded, Al Ferof, Cyrname and Politologue to all return this valuable prize to the yard at Ditcheat, Somerset.

MASTER MINDED

Paul has three daughters, Megan, Olive and Zara, who are all following in their fathers footsteps and his passion for racing. Megan can often be found on our screens commentating for racing television if she isn’t on the track racing. Olive is about to make her debut as a point-to-point jockey having spent her childhood years successfully eventing and the youngest, Zara, is learning her trade racing Shetlands as part of the Shetland Pony Grand National squad.

Here we find out about Paul’s favourite Ascot moment, which race down-under he would like to run a horse and the best advice he was given when starting out.

1. Your favourite Ascot moment?

When Cyrname beat Altior – what a race!

2. If you could run one horse in a race anywhere in the world, which race would you like a runner in and why?

I would love a runner in the Melbourne Cup

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3. The highlight of your career so far?

One special moment was Kauto Star’s 5th King George VI Chase 4. A horse in training with another trainer you would like to have in your yard?

Envoi Allen 5. Five famous guests (dead or alive) you would like to join you in a box at Ascot?

Winston Churchill, Sir Alex Ferguson, Nelson Mandela, Andy Stewart, Ged Mason 6. Your favourite 1965 chase winner?

Cyrname 7. Cerium, Master Minded and Al Ferof all line up for the 1965 chase, in which order do they finish?

Master Minded, Al Ferof, Cerium 8. A secret talent or skill we might not know about you?

I love gardening and my garden 9. Do you have pre-race superstitions?

I always wear a lucky tie 10. If you had not become a racehorse trainer which career path, would you have followed?

Never gave that a thought!

11. A young horse to look out for from Team Nicholls this season?

Brave Kingdom 12. A young jockey to look out for?

Olive Nicholls, who is about to make her point-to-point debut 13. What does being awarded an OBE mean to you?

It’s very special and I feel it’s an award for the whole team behind me as well 14. What is the best piece of advice you have ever been given and by whom?

Delegate my boy, delegate! Told to me by Paul Barber

AL FEROF

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Joining the Careers in Racing team today are a group of Sports Business Management students from the University Campus of Football Business (UCFB), based at Wembley Stadium. The ongoing relationship between the British Horseracing Authority’s Careers in Racing Team and the University enables them to offer students, who are keen to pursue a career in the sports industry, an insight into the opportunities available within horseracing. With talks from industry personnel and a behind the scenes tour the students will be able to see exactly what it takes to operate a raceday at one of the most iconic venues in British sport.

To pursue a career in racing students may apply for the British Horseracing Development Programme 2022, which is now open for applications. This Programme, formerly known as the British Horseracing Graduate Development Programme, has been running for over 30 years and provides an invaluable source of talent to the sport and its supporting industry. In fact, several of Ascot’s own employees have taken part in the Programme including Simone Martin, Senior Sales Executive and Matt Powell, Senior Partnerships & Licensing Manager.

The British Horseracing Development Programme is an early careers programme for candidates wishing to develop a career in the horseracing industry. Suitable for candidates with degrees, higher apprenticeships or equivalent skills and capabilities applications are welcome from all backgrounds and no previous experience in the industry is required.

The programme starts with a free, comprehensive two-week residential introduction course usually held in Newmarket in July. A wide range of speakers, alongside field trips and learning opportunities highlight how various aspects of the sport work together and give an understanding of the various organisations within the industry. Attention is also given to personal development and networking before participants move to their selected paid placements to gain valuable experience within the workplace.

To find out more about the programme and to apply visit: www.careersinracing.com

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R AC E 3 1.30PM T H E A S C O T FA N PA S S “ I N T R O D U C T O R Y ” H U R D L E R AC E RACE FINISH

( C L A S S 2 ) ( G B B R AC E )

RACE START

About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £20000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010. (Penalty Value £10562) A See page 62 for conditions of this race.

Ascot will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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B g Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy (Definite Article) Owner: Mrs Barbara Hester Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

Aidan Coleman

Weight: 11 5 Horse Age: 5 Colours: PINK, RED chevrons, PINK sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, PINK star.

Form: 1-1

HHHHH Easy winner of a bumper and romped home on last month’s Bangor hurdling debut, when looking likely to win even before his main market rival fell two out; held in high regard and hard to beat if all goes well.

Official BHA Rating -

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B LU E B LO O D ( I R E ) (1 3 )

B or Br g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Ghany (IRE) (Lawman (FR)) Owner: Mr Imhotep Booth Weight: 11 0 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Mark Gillard, Sherborne Colours: BEIGE and EMERALD GREEN Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited stripes, BEIGE sleeves.

Sponsor: Ascot Park Polo Club Form: 00-5440

H Unplaced in five Irish bumpers and was tailed off on recent British/hurdling debut at Wincanton.

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Fergus Gillard

Official BHA Rating -

M I L I T R Y D E C O R AT I O N ( I R E ) ( 1 1 3 )

B g Epaulette (AUS) - Funcheon Vale (IRE) (Acclamation) Owner: Crowd Racing & R Christison Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Camilla Poulton, Lewes Colours: DARK GREEN and BEIGE Breeder: Miss Jackie O’Flynn stripes.

Sponsor: Crowd Racing Limited, Crowd Racing Partnership Form:

Mattie Batchelor

HH Flat record of 2-26 is modest (both wins on AW) but placed in latest four starts in the summer (all on turf, best RPR 71); will do well to beat a couple of these on belated hurdling debut.

Official BHA Rating -

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B f Martaline - Theatre Girl (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Just Four Men with Rose Tinted Glasses Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Goldford Stud Sponsor: Unibet

Nico de Boinville

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 7 Colours: PINK and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, PINK cap, LIGHT BLUE star.

BF Form: 136-4

HHH Solid bumper form last season, including a win; favourite for last month’s hurdling debut, in a warm Uttoxeter contest, but was a shade too keen and faded into fourth; sure to improve and the main threat to the top one.

Official BHA Rating -

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1-3 Go Dante (GB), 11-4 Tweed Skirt (GB), 20-1 Militry Decoration (IRE), 66-1 Blueblood (IRE)

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ASCOT SUPPORTS – WHERE ARE THEY NOW MASTER MINDED Born in France in 2003, Master Minded started his racing career with leading French trainer Guillaume Macaire before catching the eye of Ditcheat trainer Paul Nicholls and heading to the UK as a 5-year-old. Whilst his UK debut run at Exeter led to an unseating of Sam Thomas, Master Minded soon showed his true talent with wins including the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham and the Clarence House Chase at Ascot the following season.

After winning easily, jockey Ruby Walsh famously quoted “this horse is not a machine - he is an aeroplane.”

Ascot became a favoured track for Master Minded.

The gelding found the Winners’ Enclosure on each of his four appearances at the Berkshire track, including back-to-back wins in the 1965 Chase in 2010 and 2011.

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Sadly, Master Minded’s racing career came to an end after an injury in the 2011 King George VI Chase, but this was also to be the starting point of his new life with Sophie Haylock, who met him whilst he was a patient at Newmarket Equine Hospital.

MASTER MINDED RECORDING HIS FIRST SUCCESS IN THE 1965 CHASE IN 2010

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While still owned by Clive Smith, who remains actively involved in his charismatic bay’s retirement, Sophie has been looking after Master Minded since 2013.

“He is a very polite individual, a gentle giant, a real yard favourite,” says Sophie.

“He really loves being out in the field in the summer, enjoying the grass and sunshine. He is not so keen on the cold and rain, but who can blame him! He has a presence about him, he knows he is a legend.”

Sophie has had to take particular care to ensure Master Minded’s old injury is managed, meaning the pair mainly enjoy hacking with the odd dressage outing, however Master Minded has returned to Cheltenham on a couple of occasions, taking part in the RoR parade and joining his old stable mates Kauto Star, Denman, and Big Bucks on a ride up Cleeve Hill.

Although Sophie has had other ex-racehorses, Master Minded is her first National Hunt horse. While she has found there have been differences in his retraining, the fact that he has returned to any form of ridden work since his injury is an achievement.

“Thoroughbreds are very intelligent animals; smart, quick thinking and keen to work. I am very lucky to be able to re-home and train ex-racehorses, and to provide them with a long and happy life after racing.”

Master Minded is truly living his best life in retirement.

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R AC E 4 2.05PM T H E E V E N T S AT A S C O T HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE RACE FINISH

( C L A S S 2 ) ( G B B R AC E )

RACE START

Two miles about five furlongs (2m 5f 8yds) (4,200 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £25000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310.

(Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

See page 62 for conditions of this race.

Ascot will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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RED RISK (FR) (34)

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rolie de Vindecy (FR) (Roli Abi (FR)) Owner: Middleham Park Racing XLIV & A&J Ryan Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 12 Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE Breeder: Mme Alexandrine Berger epaulets.

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing Form: 31/35U-3

Jockey Harry Cobden

HHH Made an encouraging reappearance when third at Market Rasen (2m5f, good; finished just behind Guy) last month, but he did the same last season only to prove disappointing when second favourite for this race; conditions will be fine but some of the others have a bit more potential.

Official BHA Rating 142

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SMARTY WILD (GB) (15)

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Blaeberry (Kirkwall) Owner: Mr Michael and Mrs Norma Tuckey Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead Breeder: Lady Bland Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing, Equine Bio Genie Ltd

Tom O’Brien

Weight: 11 4 Horse Age: 7 Colours: DARK GREEN and WHITE diamonds, WHITE sleeves.

Form: 43153-5

HHHHH Third off a 2lb higher mark at Kempton (2m4f, good) in March, and that form has worked out well; gave the impression he needed the run when fifth at Newbury two weeks ago, and if he builds on that he won’t be far away.

Official BHA Rating 134

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YES INDEED (FR) (180)

B g Martaline - She Hates Me (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA)) Owner: Mr Michael O’Flynn & Roel Hill Farm Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: YELLOW, RED chevrons, Breeder: Marie-Christine Gabeur RED cap.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 3012-15

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

HHH 4yo with a record of 2-8 in France, one of his wins coming in a Listed chase at Auteuil (2m6f, very soft) in April; hard to pin down but he could be unexposed, and market support on his stable debut would be significant. Official BHA Rating 142

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B m Getaway (GER) - Maisie Presenting (IRE) (Presenting) Owner: Annabel Waley-Cohen and Family Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 13 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Colours: ORANGE, CHOCOLATE Breeder: Robert Merrigan sleeves.

Sponsor: Upton Viva Stud Form: 413P6-T

Nico de Boinville

HH Below par on her final three starts in the spring, and she refused to race on her intended reappearance at Newbury 15 days ago; she’s on a competitive mark judged on last winter’s two mares’ chase wins (2m3f/2m4f, soft/heavy), but is one to have reservations about now; cheekpieces added.

Official BHA Rating 129

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PINK LEGEND (GB) (218)

B m Midnight Legend - Red And White (IRE) (Red Ransom (USA)) Owner: Mr Francis Mahon Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 13 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: BLACK, PINK spots.

Breeder: Mr Francis Mahon Form: F24221- D Sponsor: Faucets Limited

HHH Proved consistent last season, gaining her second chase win in first-time cheekpieces at Cheltenham (2m4f, good) in April; the headgear is missing for today’s reappeareance, but she still makes the shortlist.

Official BHA Rating 129

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Charlie Deutsch

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PILBARA (GB) (17)

B g Tiger Groom - Golden Benefit (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: Graham Jones, John Logan & Suzy Smith Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 11 Trainer: Suzy Smith, Littlehampton Colours: YELLOW, MAROON triple diamond, MAROON Breeder: Mrs L. J. Jefford and YELLOW halved sleeves, YELLOW cap, MAROON diamond.

Sponsor: Tote Form: 0-22P1P

Charlie Hammond

HH Won his first race over fences in a small field at Fontwell (2m5f, good to soft) in October, but his runs either side have been poor, and he’ll need to raise his game to be competitive against today’s opposition.

Official BHA Rating 127

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F L E G M AT I K ( F R ) ( 2 1 5 )

Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Crack d’Emble (FR) (Poliglote) Owner: Mr N. W. Lake Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Jean-Bernard Chapalain Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

Harry Skelton

Weight: 10 11 Horse Age: 6 Colours: RED, WHITE sash, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED check cap.

Form: 15P445-

HHHH Ended last season with creditable efforts in competitive 3m races at Uttoxeter (soft) and Ayr (good); versatile in terms of trip, and dropping back to 2m5f for today’s reappearance should be no inconvenience; successful first time out last term, and looks a leading contender for his in-form yard.

Official BHA Rating 127 (-1)

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GUY (IRE) (34)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR) (Turgeon (USA)) Owner: W.G. & A.G. Vestey Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 11 Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK armlets.

Breeder: Corrib Racing Form: 5/1234-2 Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

Sam Twiston-Davies

HHHH Yet to progress from last season’s impressive handicap/chase debut at Huntingdon (2m4f, good) but he posted a good effort when second on reappearance at Market Rasen (2m5f, good) last month and remains lightly raced; respected.

Official BHA Rating 127 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4.

2020: ESPOIR DE GUYE (FR) 6 11 12 Charlie Deutsch 5-2 (Venetia Williams) 9 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

7-2 Flegmatik (FR), 4-1 Smarty Wild (GB), 9-2 Guy (IRE), 11-2 Pink Legend (GB), 7-1 Red Risk (FR), 15-2 Yes Indeed (FR), 8-1 Lust For Glory (IRE), 12-1 Pilbara (GB)

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R AC E 5 2 .40PM THE GARDEN FOR ALL SEASONS H A N D I C A P H U R D L E R AC E RACE FINISH

( C L A S S 2 ) ( G B B R AC E )

RACE START

About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £21000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8348; Second £4173; Third £2087; Fourth £1044; Fifth £521; Sixth £260. (Penalty Value £10926.30) See page 62 for conditions of this race.

A Garden For All Seasons will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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L E O N C AVA L L O ( I R E ) ( 2 0 )

Br g Cape Cross (IRE) - Nafura (Dubawi (IRE)) Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Breeder: Darley Sponsor: W & S Recycling

Jockey Fergus Gillard (3)

Weight: 11 12 Horse Age: 9 Colours: WHITE, BLACK epaulets, MAROON and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, BLACK and MAROON quartered cap.

Form: 4/164-32 D

HHHH Likeable dual-purpose performer and the winner of ten races in all; ran typically well when second over C&D (soft; equally effective on good) in October, finishing three places ahead of Highway One O Two; up another 1lb but likely to be thereabouts again.

Official BHA Rating 140

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GARRY CLERMONT (FR) (195)

B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Kalidria Beauchene (FR) (Califet (FR)) Owner: Mrs C. M. Walsh Weight: 11 9 Horse Age: 6 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE star, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont sleeves, PURPLE stars, EMERALD GREEN cap, PURPLE star.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 15/653-1 D

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

HHH 3-7 over hurdles, and he was better than ever when readily winning at Warwick (2m3f, soft) in May; a 7lb rise demands more, but he’s not fully exposed and he has to be considered after his summer break.

Official BHA Rating 137

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CA B OT C L I F FS ( I R E ) (4 2 )

Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Hallouella (Halling (USA)) Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star.

Breeder: Deerpark Stud Form: 41102-3 D Sponsor: Red Rock Partnership Limited

Harry Skelton

HHH Progressive last season, scoring three times, and he reappeared with a solid third in a competitive 4yo handicap at Chepstow (2m, good) last month; place claims again off the same mark, although he now takes on his elders and he’ll need to improve further to get back on the winning trail.

Official BHA Rating 135

4 E C U D E L A N OV E R I E ( F R ) ( 1 7 5 )

B g Linda’s Lad - Quat’sous d’Or (FR) (Lost World (IRE)) Owner: Mr David Maxwell Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 5 Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead Colours: RED, BROWN sleeves and Breeder: Mr Hubert Riviere cap.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 3153/4-4 D BF

Mr David Maxwell (3)

HHH Mixes hurdling and chasing; comes into the reckoning on his third off 1lb higher at Kempton (2m, good to soft) in January 2020; fourth over fences on his last two starts, disappointing when odds-on for hunter at Stratford in the spring; returns from a break with his stable in top form.

Official BHA Rating 133

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BRANDON CASTLE (GB) (229)

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Chelsey Jayne (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Owner: Mr I. A. Low & Mr J. S. English Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 5 Trainer: Neil King, Burderop Colours: YELLOW, RED braces, hooped Breeder: Barry Walters sleeves and cap.

Form: 110554- D

HH Blazing front-runner who goes well (3-9 over hurdles) on good ground; back to within 1lb of his last winning mark, but he was only fourth of five when last seen at Plumpton in April and it’s now over a year since he performed to his best.

Official BHA Rating 133

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Tom O’Brien

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H I G H WAY O N E O T W O ( I R E ) ( 2 0 )

B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Supreme Dreamer (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Owner: Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: WHITE, RED sleeves, WHITE Breeder: Stephen O’Flynn and RED check cap.

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: U602-05 D

Tom Cannon

HHHH Prominent racer with a 3-8 record over hurdles; falling in the weights, and he improved on his reappearance run when fifth of 14 over C&D (soft) three weeks ago; each-way hopes if he builds again on that.

Official BHA Rating 130

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C A P TA I N M O R G S ( I R E ) ( 2 8 )

B g Milan - Gold Donn (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: The Albatross Club Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler Sponsor: Unibet

Nico de Boinville

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 11 Colours: WHITE, BLACK and WHITE halved sleeves, YELLOW cap, WHITE spots.

Form: 1220F-3 CD

HHHH Just one win so far over hurdles but it came over C&D (soft) last autumn; beaten favourite three times since, but he made an encouraging reappearance when third of 12 at Cheltenham (2m4f, good), and the fourth gave that form a boost with a clearcut success on the same course last week; leading contender for a stable with an impressive record in this race.

Official BHA Rating 125

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EDDIEMAURICE (IRE) (224)

Ch g Captain Rio - Annals (Lujain (USA)) Owner: Mr J. L. Flint Trainer: John Flint, Bridgend Breeder: Mr Declan Murphy

Robert Dunne

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 10 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stars, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets, WHITE and RED striped cap.

Form: 13/0515- CD

HH 10yo with 11 wins to his name, including at Ludlow (2m, heavy; first-time tongue-tie) in February; has no great record after an absence, though, so on balance he’s probably best opposed after seven months off.

Official BHA Rating 124

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METHOD MADNESS (IRE) (232)

B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Inishbeg House (IRE) (Glacial Storm (USA)) Owner: Fothergills Sparey and Lewis Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 8 Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Colours: YELLOW, BLACK star, hooped Breeder: B. Kavanagh sleeves and star on cap.

Form: 2F/2142- D

Alex Edwards (3)

HHHHH Lightly raced 6yo; made winning hurdle/stable debut in maiden at Ludlow (2m, heavy) in February, and he ended last season with a creditable second at Ffos Las; unexposed as he moves into handicaps, and he showed promise on good ground in bumpers; interesting runner for an in-form yard.

Official BHA Rating 122 Hood worn by No. 3, 6, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

2020: BUZZ (FR) 6 11 11 Nico de Boinville EVENS (Nicky Henderson) 11 ran

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4-1 Leoncavallo (IRE), Captain Morgs (IRE), 5-1 Ecu de La Noverie (FR), 6-1 Cabot Cliffs (IRE), 13-2 Garry Clermont (FR), 7-1 Highway One O Two (IRE), 8-1 Method Madness (IRE), 14-1 Eddiemaurice (IRE), 20-1 Brandon Castle (GB)

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THE NOT FORGOTTEN A warm welcome to The Not Forgotten In line with tradition, this year “Ascot Racecourse Supports” will again play host to beneficiaries of The Not Forgotten, a national British Armed Forces registered charity for serving and ex-service personnel.

Founded in 1920, the charity was established to bring entertainment and relief to the many thousands of soldiers who were wounded and ill after the Great War. Over a century later, they continue to tackle loneliness and isolation among military beneficiaries by offering activities, respite and challenge trips to over 10,000 individuals each year.

In what continues to be a challenging time for the charitable sector, The Not Forgotten has spent the past year building on their one hundred year legacy, continuing to provide events and respite breaks for those who have served, and cementing their centenary with a spectacular Son Et Lumiere event at Danny House in West Sussex.

The next one hundred years for The Not Forgotten looks to strengthen the charity’s position as a safe space for veterans to come together and spend time with those who understand. December will see a series of Christmas lunches hosted for veterans across the country and symbolise a return to normality in face to face events after a year of disruption.

In recognition of the charity’s work, we have named our 3.15pm race “The Not Forgotten Handicap Hurdle Race” in their honour and some of the veterans have been invited to present trophies to winning connections.

To find out more about the charity, visit www.thenotforgotten.org

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RACE START

About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) (4,700 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £19400. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7511; Second £3757; Third £1877; Fourth £940; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £9802.80) See page 62 for conditions of this race.

The Not Forgotten will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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J AT I L U W I H ( F R ) ( 1 8 2 )

Ch g Linda’s Lad - Jaune de Beaufai (FR) (Ultimately Lucky (IRE)) Owner: Mr David Maxwell Weight: 11 12 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead Colours: RED, BROWN sleeves and Breeder: Mr G. Cherel, Mme I. Pacault et al cap.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 120/1P-2 D

Jockey Mr David Maxwell (3)

HH Good hurdler in 2019; lightly raced since and narrowly beaten by a useful rival in a hunter chase when last seen in May; evidently retains ability but will need a deal more to win this off a mark of 140.

Official BHA Rating 140

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T I DA L F LOW ( G B ) ( 3 1 4 )

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Mrs Philip (Puissance) Owner: Brocade Racing Weight: 11 9 Horse Age: 8 Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead Colours: RED and PURPLE (quartered), Breeder: Mr R. Johnson YELLOW sleeves, RED cap.

Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing Form: 121/3P5-

Tom O’Brien

HHH Won a pair of novice chases two seasons ago (four ran in both) but well below his best in just three starts last term; something to prove, therefore, but handicapper has given him a chance.

Official BHA Rating 137

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G E TA R O U N D ( I R E ) ( 2 4 )

Gr g Getaway (GER) - Playing Around (Act One) Owner: Mr Garry Wilson Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Bloomsbury Stud Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

Harry Skelton

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 6 Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE stripe, ORANGE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE star.

Form: 14415-3 BF

HHHHH Three hurdle wins last year, for Ella Pickard; hot favourite for last month’s stable/chasing debut, after wind surgery, but faded into third behind Eva’s Oskar at Chepstow; work to do with that rival on just 4lb better terms but could be sharper for the outing; front-runner.

Official BHA Rating 134

4 E VA’ S O S K A R ( I R E ) ( 2 4 )

Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Sardagna (FR) (Medaaly) Owner: Sally & Richard Prince Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge Breeder: Mr & Mrs N. Faulks Sponsor: Tote

Alan Johns

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 2 Colours: RED, MAUVE star, LIGHT BLUE and MAROON check sleeves, ORANGE cap, EMERALD GREEN stars.

Form: 3/4F44-1 D

HHHH Unable to threaten when completing last season but put matters right when winning in gritty style at Chepstow last month; 4lb rise no great hardship and obvious contender if repeating the effort.

Official BHA Rating 130

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H I G H WAY O N E O O N E ( I R E ) ( 1 5 )

Br g Stowaway - High Accord (IRE) (Accordion) Owner: Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Kenneth Parkhill Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 13 Colours: WHITE, RED sleeves, WHITE and RED check cap.

Form: 6042-30

HH No win for three years and evidently not as good as he was; well beaten both starts this season (one over hurdles) so a deal to prove.

Official BHA Rating 127

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Tom Cannon

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K A P G A D E L I LY ( F R ) ( 2 3 0 )

Ch m Kapgarde (FR) - Louvisy (FR) (Loup Solitaire (USA)) Owner: Lady Judith Price & Mrs Carol Shaw Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 12 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: RED, BLACK stars, diabolo on Breeder: Mme C. Gualde & Mr D. De Beauregard sleeves and stars on cap.

Sponsor: Faucets Limited Form: 111312D

Charlie Deutsch

HHHH Most progressive last season, winning five of her seven starts and she went down fighting at Haydock on final outing in April, when showing she can act on good ground; every chance if she resumes in the same vein. Official BHA Rating 126

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2020: QUARENTA (FR) 8 11 12 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 10-1 (Jonjo O’Neill) 11 ran

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5-2 Getaround (IRE), Eva’s Oskar (IRE), 3-1 Kapga de Lily (FR), 6-1 Tidal Flow (GB), 10-1 Jatiluwih (FR), 14-1 Highway One O One (IRE)

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R AC E 7 3.50PM T H E R OYA L A S C O T R AC I N G C L U B N OV I C E S ’ H A N D I C A P H U R D L E R AC E ( C L A S S 4 ) ( G B B R AC E )

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Two miles about five and a half furlongs (2m 5f 141yds) (4,300 metres) for novice three yrs old and upwards Total race value £9400. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) See page 62 for conditions of this race.

The Royal Ascot Racing Club will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and£100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

No Horse

D E LGA N Y M O N A RC H ( I R E ) ( 2 ) Ch g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Naughty Marietta (IRE) (Good Thyne (USA)) Owner: Encore Partnership V11 E RAge: 6 Weight: 11 12 NHorse Trainer: Richard Rowe, Pulborough Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE epaulets, N Breeder: Michael Martin Sheehan sleeves, YELLOW armlets.

U DARK BLUE3/3355-5 Sponsor: Southern Cranes & Access Limited - Rrun when fifth toForm: N HH Maiden after five outings under rules; might have needed Getalead at Warwick (after wind surgery) on O to make an impact just two days on. Official BHA Rating 112 Wednesday, but it’s hard to see him coming onN sufficiently 1

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B g Getaway (GER) - Site-Leader (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Owner: Mr K. Pickard Weight: 11 12 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Claire Harris, Umberleigh Colours: PINK, PURPLE braces and Breeder: L. Byrne sleeves.

Sponsor: Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd Form: 504-211

Jockey

David Prichard (5)

HHHH Displayed real pluck in gaining back-to-back victories at Wincanton (2m5f, good) in October and at Warwick (2m3f, good to soft; conditional jockeys’ race) on Wednesday; escapes a penalty for the latter success and he’ll be a strong contender again if over those exertions.

Official BHA Rating 112

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BADDESLEY (IRE) (21)

B g Presenting - Fox Theatre (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 11 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Ms N. Metcalfe spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots.

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 2/14/-32 BF

Tom Cannon

HHHHH Goes handicapping after just two runs in novice hurdles, and he shaped as if there would be better to come when second of 14 at Uttoxeter (2m4f, good to soft) on his most recent outing; won a bumper on good ground; his opening mark looks quite lenient, and he ought to make his presence felt.

Official BHA Rating 111

4 HIDDEN DEPTHS (IRE) (10)

Sam

Twiston-Davies B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Liber Nauticus (IRE) (Azamour (IRE)) Owner: Mr A. J. Russell Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10 (in 7lb ex) Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW hoop, DARK Breeder: Ballymacoll Stud Farm Ltd GREEN sleeves, YELLOW stars, hooped cap.

Sponsor: Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited Form: 424-011 D

HHHH Strong traveller whose form has taken off in recent weeks; scored twice over Hereford’s 2m6f (good/good to firm), and a 7lb penalty for last week’s easy win should not prevent a bold hat-trick bid.

Official BHA Rating 103 (+9)

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B g Fairly Ransom (USA) - Blue Berlais (IRE) (Saint des Saints (FR)) Owner: Doom Bar Beach Club Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 1 Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Colours: WHITE, LIGHT BLUE disc, WHITE Breeder: Miss Jessica Finnegan sleeves, YELLOW armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap.

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd Form: 0-16101 D

HHH Having a good season, successful three times, the first two of them for D J Jeffreys; made a winning start for his new yard when making all at Fontwell (2m6f, soft; well ridden by Cillin Leonard) four weeks ago; today’s revised mark is a career high, however, and more will be needed.

Official BHA Rating 101

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Cillin Leonard (5)

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D R AG O O N S P R I N G S ( I R E ) ( 3 5 )

Br g Arcadio (GER) - Lunar Star (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Mr Ian Slatter Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 10 Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW hoop, Breeder: Lynda Williams hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: 42-065

Nick Slatter (5)

HHH Beaten a head in AW bumper in February; never the slightest threat in three outings over hurdles, but 2m was probably inadequate for this stoutly bred 5yo last time and he’s interesting up in trip on handicap debut.

Official BHA Rating 96

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B g Champs Elysees - Fringe (In The Wings) Owner: Mr B Dowling & Mr R Stevens Trainer: J. R. Jenkins, Royston Breeder: Barronstown Stud Sponsor: Dyslexicare

Marc Goldstein

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 0 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW hollow box, checked sleeves.

Form: 60/0/-P

H Tailed off on all three starts (Flat and jumps) since he returned from nearly two years off; hard to recommend.

Official BHA Rating 86

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.20 - THE ASCOT SHOP ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6480 to the winning horse The second to receive £2985, the third £1492 and the fourth £747. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race.

Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

21 entries at £50. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4966; Second £2484; Third £1241; Fourth £621. (Penalty Value £6480.74) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.55 - THE WINDSOR HORSE RANGERS NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8169 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1881, the fourth £942 and the fifth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards. £75 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Lowest weight 10st 11lb; Highest weight 11st 8lb Penalties, after November 6th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb (12lb weight range). Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 4 at £15 and 7 at £75. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £8169) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.30 - THE ASCOT FAN PASS “INTRODUCTORY” HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430 and the fourth £1216. for four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. For the purposes of future penalties and qualification, this race will be treated as a Novices’ Hurdle Race. 10 entries at £100. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010. (Penalty Value £10562) A SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

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Fourth Race 2.05 - THE EVENTS AT ASCOT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (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 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

November 17th. Penalties, after November 6th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 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 16 entries, at £125. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.40 - THE GARDEN FOR ALL SEASONS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10926 to the winning horse The second to receive £5023, the third £2511, the fourth £1255, the fifth £627 and the sixth £312. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

November 17th. Penalties, after November 6th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A Garden For All Seasons has generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in 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 Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, at £100. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8348; Second £4173; Third £2087; Fourth £1044; Fifth £521; Sixth £260.

(Penalty Value £10926.30) SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.15 - THE NOT FORGOTTEN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9802 to the winning horse The second to receive £4516, the third £2257, the fourth £1130, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 6th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries, at £90. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7511; Second £3757; Third £1877; Fourth £940; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £9802.80) SEE PAGE 54 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.50 - THE ROYAL ASCOT RACING CLUB NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003, the fourth £502, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 6th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 20 entries, 1 at £8 and 19 at £40. - Closed November 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 60 FOR THIS RACE.

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