Ascot Racecourse - Saturday 19th February

B E T FA I R A S C O T C H A S E R A C E D AY Saturday 19th February 2022 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME £3.50

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CHAIRMAN’S WELCOME Welcome to the 2022 Betfair Ascot Chase Raceday.

Our final Grade 1 contest of the Jumps season takes place today, the Betfair Ascot Chase. First run in 1995, it has seen some truly brilliant winners including One Man, Kauto Star, Silviniaco Conti and Cue Card.

Dashel Drasher will today attempt to add his name to the list of four dual winners after his heart-warming success in the race last year.

The 2018 winner Waiting Patiently is also in the field along with fellow Grade 1 winners Lostintranslation and Fakir D’Oudairies, who travels over from Ireland for Joseph O’Brien.

This is the final top-level action in the British and Irish calendar before the Cheltenham Festival and it is exciting to reflect on some of the many high-class horses we have seen at Ascot this season that will go to Prestbury Park with strong chances.

They include the likes of Jonbon, L’Homme Presse, Champ, Thyme Hill, Doctor Parnassus and of course Shishkin and Energumene who look set for an eagerly anticipated rematch in the Queen Mother Champion Chase.

There may yet be more contenders to emerge from today’s card which appears to have real depth across the board including the Grade 2 Bateaux London Reynoldstown Novices’ Chase which often produces Grade 1 horses for the novice chases in the spring.

Off the track, we are delighted to be hosting Autism in Racing at Ascot today with a mobile sensory unit on site. This initiative was piloted for the first time in 2021. The objective is to raise awareness and educate racing’s workforce about how to host autismfriendly racedays which provide facilities specifically for families living with autism.

Last year saw seven Autism in Racing racedays held across various racecourses and the feedback has been hugely positive from all those who attended. You can find out more about the programme and the impact it is having in these pages and we are delighted to name our sixth race on today’s card after the initiative.

We also have Dingley’s Promise with us today, a local charity that we have supported since 2018 and our fourth race on the card is dedicated to them. You will see them bucket collecting after racing and can find out more about the work the charity does to support children and families in the racecard.

Our final Jumps meeting of the season is the Spring Family Raceday on Sunday 27th March.

It is always an extremely popular day with lots of activities on offer across the racecourse for all ages.

We hope to see you back at Ascot then.

Yours sincerely,

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

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Your guide to all of today’s races

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1st Race 1.15pm The Join Kim Bailey Racing Novices’ Hurdle (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’ hurdle for horses aged five and upwards, run over two miles and about three and a half furlongs.

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2nd Race 1.50pm The Bateaux London Reynoldstown Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

Grade 2 races are high-class contests and only bettered by a Grade 1, so expect to see some top-notch horses lining up, and possibly some Cheltenham Festival contenders. Initially the weights in this three mile steeple chase for novices aged five and upwards are allocated on the basis of age and sex, before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here. These range from 3lb for winners of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap chase, to 5lb for victory in a Class 1 weight-for-age chase.

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3rd Race 2.25pm The GreatBritishStallionShowcase.co.uk Swinley Chase (A Limited Handicap) (Listed Race) (GBB Race) This is a three-mile Listed handicap hurdle race for five-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from within a specific ratings band, but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

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4th Race 3.00pm TheDingley’s Promise Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race)

This handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards is run over two miles and about three and a half 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 ensure competitive racing by asking

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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 3.35pm The Betfair Ascot Steeple Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race)

The feature race this afternoon is a Grade 1 steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards to be run over two miles and five furlongs. Grade 1 races are the equivalent of the Premier League in football - quite simply there is no higher level, so these types of races usually attract the crème de la crème from Britain and Ireland and occasionally France. There are no penalties in a Grade 1 race so the weights are allocated on the basis of age and sex.

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6th Race 4.10pm The Ascot Racecourse Supports The Autism In Racing Handicap Hurdle Race (Qualifier for the Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Final) This handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards rated from 0-125 is run over two miles and about seven and a half furlongs. 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 125 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 120.

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7th Race 4.45pm The British EBF Mares’ Open National Hunt Flat Race (GBB Race)

As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race - or ‘bumper’, as they are more commonly referred to - is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles.

Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time, only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race (or an Irish or French equivalent) are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the Flat, over hurdles or in steeple chases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to fillies and mares aged four, five and six, which are E.B.F. eligible, and will be run over two miles.

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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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TO CAR PARK 1

PRE-PARADE RING

CAR PARK 2

K EY TO SY M B O L S Entry Point

Ascot Shop

Cash Machine

Taxi Drop Off Point

Cloakroom & Left Luggage

King Edward VII Enclosure Badge Collection

Grandstand Entrances First Aid Point Toilets and Baby Changing Parent & Baby Room

FIREWORKS EAST ENTRANCE

MAIN RECEPTION

TO CAR PARKS 5&6

CAR PARK 3

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

The Cheltenham Preview in association with Betfair will take place at 17:30 in the Panoramic Restaurant, located on Level 6 in the west end of the Grandstand. Please note, this is exclusively available for King Edward VII Enclosure ticket holders and is on a first come, first served basis.

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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OFF THE TRACK CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL PREVIEW

King Edward VII ticket holders can join the Cheltenham Festival Preview, in association with Betfair, taking place after racing today. Host, Hayley Moore, is joined by trainer Paul Nicholls and other guests in the Panoramic Restaurant, located on Level 6 of the Grandstand, at 5.30pm.

Capacity for the preview is limited and will be on a first come, first served basis. A bar will also be in operation throughout the day, closing at 6.00pm.

ASCOT SHOP The Ascot Shop offers a stylish range of exclusive collections from luxury brands, on the day essentials and perfect gifts and mementos from the world’s finest racecourse.

Starting from £49, the Ascot outerwear collection is available to purchase from the Grandstand Shop today. Find us located near Entrance B on the Grandstand Concourse.

PARADE OF RUNNERS Runners and riders for the Betfair Ascot Steeple Chase will parade along the track, in front of the Grandstand, before going to the start.

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BETFAIR SCARVES Betfair representatives are once again distributing their distinctive yellow scarves at entrances to the racecourse. Ensure you collect early as numbers are limited.

SOFT PLAY Little ones can have plenty of fun in our soft play area, located trackside on the Concourse Level of the Grandstand, close to Entrance B.

RETURN YOUR RE-CUP Ascot bars now use RE-CUP reusable glasses Please return to any bar or use the RE-CUP return bins

THE RACE IS ON TO REDUCE PLASTIC WASTE

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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.

ON THE GO

BAR

There are four delicious dishes, with plant-based variations, available at the Horsewalk Inn on Level 4. Choose from classic Mac ‘n’ Cheese, a Bulgogi Bowl bursting with flavour, the Ascot Burger or crispy Beer Battered Cod Goujons – all available for £13.50.

*The Cheltenham Festival Preview, in association with Betfair, takes place in the Panoramic Restaurant on Level 6 at 5.30pm. The bar is open throughout the day until 6pm, so secure your spot early and enjoy the spectacular racing views.

*Available to King Edward VII Enclosure ticket holders on a first come, first served basis.

Queen Anne Enclosure ON THE GO

BARS

Take your pick from an assortment of delicious on-the-go food outlets in the Queen Anne Enclosure where plant-based options are readily available. Enjoy a warming meal from Mrs B’s Kitchen and Bar on the Grandstand Concourse, where a hearty pie and mash is available with a drink for £14.00.

The Dancing Brave, Dubai Millennium and Nijinsky bars, named after three legends of the turf, will all be open inside the Grandstand and serving Peroni, the new official beer of Ascot. A selection of wines, spirits and non-alcoholic options are also available.

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

Standings up to and including Friday 18th February

JOCKEYS

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NICO DE BOINVILLE JAMIE MOORE HARRY SKELTON CHARLIE DEUTSCH AIDAN COLEMAN

5 15 WINS: 4 RIDES: 15 WINS: 4 RIDES: 19 WINS: 3 RIDES: 7 WINS: 2 RIDES: 6 WINS: RIDES:

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27%

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21%

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43%

STRIKE-RATE:

33%

TRAINERS

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NICKY WINS: 6 HENDERSON RUNNERS: 21 PAUL WINS: 6 NICHOLLS RUNNERS: 30 DAN WINS: 5 SKELTON RUNNERS: 27 VENETIA WINS: 4 WILLIAMS RUNNERS: 9 GARY WINS: 3 RUNNERS: 17 MOORE 2 0 2 1 / 2 2 L E A D I N G PA R T I C I PA N T S

STRIKE-RATE:

29%

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STRIKE-RATE:

44%

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

RACE 1

Kim Bailey is lucky enough to have won the magical “Big Three”, The Grand National, The Cheltenham Gold Cup and The Champion Hurdle. In our stunning 1,000 acre Cotswolds location we’re confident that we have a first class training set up, which owners will love and so will their horses. We have individual and share ownership options available, so if you would like to know more about who we are and what we can offer, please visit our website kimbaileyracing.com or call 01242 890241 to arrange a ‘no obligation” visit.

RACE 2

Sodexo is the world’s largest services provider and the 19th largest employer worldwide. In the UK and Ireland its 34,000 people deliver quality of life services to clients at some 1,850 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, justice and defence sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, Sodexo delivers a range of services ranging from catering and hospitality, cleaning, reception to asset management, security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling clients to focus on their core business. To find out more visit: www.uk.sodexo.com

RACE 4

Dingley’s Promise is a local charity who aim to give every child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities the best start at their three specialist nurseries located in Newbury, Wokingham and Reading.

In addition to targeted ‘Learn Through Play’ sessions, they provide higher needs support to focus on areas of development most affected over recent months, including physical development, speech and language, emotional wellbeing, and sensory needs. With their help, families can increase confidence, gain access to support services and create a balance which enables them to manage the demands of everyday life. To find out more about the charity or make a donation, visit: www.dingley.org.uk

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Betfair is proud to sponsor the Betfair Ascot Chase. Betfair was created to level the playing field, putting the control back into punter’s hands. Which is why you’ll get the best odds on 96% of runners on the Betfair Exchange.

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With thanks to funding from the Racing Foundation and Peter O’Sullevan Charitable Trust, Autism in Racing seeks to raise awareness of autism, educate racing’s workforce and customers about autism and is piloting autism-friendly sensory spaces on British racecourses.

The initiative was founded by horseracing broadcaster and commentator Bobby Beevers whose personal experience with autism led him to question how the power of horseracing could be utilised to raise awareness and ultimately support anybody with autism.

Under the banner of Racing Together, the sport’s community engagement collective, and with project support from the Racecourse Association, a collaborative support group was assembled to support Autism in Racing.

Autism in Racing is a further example of the sport’s desire to promote equality, diversity and inclusion at all levels. www.racingtogether.co.uk/autism-in-racing/

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The European Breeders’ Fund was established in 1983 and is funded predominantly by contributions from stallion owners. In Great Britain, the British EBF have provided over £38,000,000 of additional prize money to the racing industry. ebfstallions.com A S C OT S P O N S O R S

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CO OTT’ S’ S SSPPOONNS S A SS C OO R SR S Ascot would like to thank all our 2022 sponsors.

O F F I C I A L PA R T N E R S

QIPCO, Longines, Howden OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Moët & Chandon, Peroni Italia OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS

Betfred, Dubai Duty Free, Fenwick, Fever-Tree, Garrard, Hallgarten & Novum Wines, Harrogate Water, Lavazza, Magnum, Pernod Ricard UK, Porsche, Sodexo R AC E S P O N S O R S

Mrs Anne Cowley

John Guest Racing Ltd

A Garden for All Seasons

Keeneland

Ascot Underwriting Ltd

Lexicon Recruitment Ltd

Berenberg

McGee Group

bet365

Merriebelle Stable

Betfair

Molton Brown London

Byrne Group Plc

Monfort Communications

Canaccord Genuity Ltd

Oakman Group

Carey Group Plc

The October Club

Chanelle Pharma

Property Raceday

Chapel Down

SBK

Charbonnel et Walker

Soil Science

Coral

Tattersalls

Crown Designs

Troy Asset Management

Design Work Studios

Tote

European Breeders Fund

Victoria Racing Club

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SOMETHING A BIT DIFFERENT

FIRST TWO PICK THE FIRST TWO HORSES IN THE CORRECT ORDER - A POPULAR BET WHEN THERE IS A HOT FAVOURITE IN THE RACE

AWAY RACING FROM HAYDOCK PARK, WINCANTON & LINGFIELD PARK HAYDOCK PARK Race 1 1.00 2m 3f 203y 1 ADRIMEL (FR) Tom Lacey Form: P-P1,

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Race 3 2.05

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Stan Sheppard Probable S.P.: 13-8

1 THIRD WIND (GB) 11-10 Hughie Morrison Tom O’Brien Form: P-03, Probable S.P.: 5-1

2 SHAMAN DU BERLAIS (FR) 10-11 Kerry Lee Richard Patrick Form: 134, Probable S.P.: 15-8

2 THOMAS DARBY (IRE) 11-10 Olly Murphy Aidan Coleman Form: 414, Probable S.P.: 15-8

3 KEEP ROLLING (IRE) 10-6 Philip Hobbs Tom O’Brien Form: 241, Probable S.P.: 5-2

3 EMITOM (IRE) Warren Greatrex Form: 232,

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1m 7f 144y

1 COLLINGHAM (GER) 11-6 Donald McCain Brian Hughes Form: 321, Probable S.P.: 8-1 2 KOI DODVILLE (FR) 11-6 David Pipe David Noonan Form: 134, Probable S.P.: 20-1 3 PORTICELLO (FR) 11-6 Gary Moore Joshua Moore Form: 121, Probable S.P.: 4-7 4 SKYCUTTER (FR) 11-6 Philip Kirby Thomas Dowson Form: 110, Probable S.P.: 7-1

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Brian Hughes Probable S.P.: 11-1

4 TOP VILLE BEN (IRE) 11-4 Philip Kirby Thomas Dowson Form: F31, Probable S.P.: 17-2 5 WHOLESTONE (IRE) 11-4 Nigel Twiston-Davies Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 1/5F-, Probable S.P.: 14-1 6 MOLLY OLLYS WISHES (GB) 11-3 Dan Skelton Harry Skelton Form: 151, Probable S.P.: 11-4

Race 4 2.40

3m 4f 97y

1 BRISTOL DE MAI (FR) 11-12 Nigel Twiston-Davies Sam Twiston-Davies Form: P-P3, Probable S.P.: 9-1

5 TANGANYIKA (FR) 11-6 Venetia Williams Aidan Coleman Form: 1-65, Probable S.P.: 9-1

2 LORD DU MESNIL (FR) 11-3 Richard Hobson Kielan Woods Form: P26, Probable S.P.: 16-1

6 CUBAN CIGAR (GB) 10-12 Lucinda Russell Stephen Mulqueen Form: 522, Probable S.P.: 22-1

3 SAM BROWN (GB) 11-2 Anthony Honeyball Aidan Coleman Form: 032, Probable S.P.: 7-1 4 KALOOKI (GER) 10-12 Philip Hobbs Tom O’Brien Form: 015, Probable S.P.: 33-1 5 BLAKLION (GB) Dan Skelton Form: 511,

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Harry Skelton Probable S.P.: 9-1

6 TIME TO GET UP (IRE) 10-11 Jonjo O’Neill Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Form: 11-0, Probable S.P.: 16-1

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7 THE GALLOPING BEAR (GB) 10-7 Ben Clarke Ben Jones Form: 1-F1, Probable S.P.: 12-1

10 BILL BAXTER (IRE) 10-3 Warren Greatrex Brian Hughes Form: 152, Probable S.P.: 15-2

8 SECRET REPRIEVE (IRE) 10-5 Evan Williams Adam Wedge Form: 11-5, Probable S.P.: 3-1

11 FOILLAN (IRE) 10-0 Dr Richard Newland Charlie Hammond Form: 510, Probable S.P.: 14-1

9 ENQARDE (FR) 10-4 Dr Richard Newland Charlie Hammond Form: P-51, Probable S.P.: 17-2 10 MINT CONDITION (GB) 10-4 Jennie Candlish Brian Hughes Form: 214, Probable S.P.: 16-1 11 SIDI ISMAEL (FR) 10-2 David Pipe David Noonan Form: 11F, Probable S.P.: 25-1

Race 5 3.15

3m 58y

Race 6 3.50

3m 58y

1 HILLCREST (IRE) 11-5 Henry Daly Richard Patrick Form: 11U, Probable S.P.: 5-4 2 GREEN BOOK (FR) 11-3 Venetia Williams Aidan Coleman Form: 1U1, Probable S.P.: 10-3 3 ANGLERS CRAG (GB) 11-0 David Pipe Fergus Gillard Form: 03-1, Probable S.P.: 20-1

1 CH’TIBELLO (FR) 11-12 Dan Skelton Harry Skelton Form: 54F, Probable S.P.: 11-1

4 CRYSTAL GLORY (GB) 11-0 Nicky Richards Sean Quinlan Form: 112, Probable S.P.: 11-1

2 MILL GREEN (GB) 11-6 Nicky HendersonNathan Brennan (7) Form: 1FU, Probable S.P.: 14-1

5 HIGH STAKES (IRE) 11-0 Warren Greatrex Brian Hughes Form: 2F2, Probable S.P.: 10-1

3 TAMAR BRIDGE (IRE) 11-3 Olly Murphy Aidan Coleman Form: 11P, Probable S.P.: 10-1

6 READYSTEADYBEAU (FR) 11-0 Lucinda Russell Stephen Mulqueen Form: 412, Probable S.P.: 33-1

4 SMALL PRESENT (IRE) 11-3 Sue Smith Thomas Willmott (5) Form: 631, Probable S.P.: 4-1

7 SCIPION (IRE) Tom Lacey Form: 2-23,

5 BUSHYPARK (IRE) 11-2 Philip Kirby Thomas Dowson Form: 13P, Probable S.P.: 18-1 6 TOKYO GETAWAY (IRE) 10-13 James Moffatt Charlotte Jones (5) Form: 0-22, Probable S.P.: 5-1 7 OPTIMISE PRIME (IRE) 10-11 Ben Pauling Kielan Woods Form: 0-63, Probable S.P.: 8-1 8 FLASHJACK (IRE) 10-9 Henry Daly Richard Patrick Form: 3-33, Probable S.P.: 16-1 9 NO HIDING PLACE (IRE) 10-4 James Moffatt William Shanahan (7) Form: 63-0, Probable S.P.: 28-1

Race 7 4.25

11-0

Stan Sheppard Probable S.P.: 9-1

2m 6f 54y

1 BOB AND CO (FR) 12-4 Paul Nicholls Mr David Maxwell Form: 1-12, Probable S.P.: 10-11 2 COUSIN PASCAL (FR) 12-4 J. J. O’Shea Mr James King Form: 122, Probable S.P.: 9-4 3 DRUMCONNOR LAD (IRE) 12-4 Adrian Keatley Mr Jack Teal (7) Form: 3-25, Probable S.P.: 6-1 4 OVERWORKDUNDERPAID (IRE) 12-4 L J Morgan Mr George Chatterton (7) Form: U11, Probable S.P.: 20-1

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WINCANTON Race 1 1.38 1m 7f 50y

1 CALLISTO’S KING (IRE) 11-5 Dan Skelton Bridget Andrews Form: 404, Probable S.P.: 6-1 2 CAPTAIN CLAUDE (IRE) 11-5 Anthony Honeyball Ben Godfrey (3) Form: 010, Probable S.P.: 33-1 3 DEMOTHI (IRE) 11-5 Jimmy Frost Angus Cheleda (5) Form: 03-P, Probable S.P.: 200-1 4 FAIRLY FAMOUS (IRE) 11-5 Olly Murphy Sean Bowen Form: 4, Probable S.P.: 14-1 5 FARMER’S GAMBLE (GB) 11-5 Dan Skelton David England Form: 44, Probable S.P.: 16-1 6 MINI YEATS (IRE) 11-5 Mitchell Hunt Charlie Price (3) Form: 35, Probable S.P.: 10-1 7 THINK FOR A MINIT (GB) 11-5 Seamus Mullins Micheal Nolan Form: P, Probable S.P.: 100-1 8 UNIVERSAL SECRET (IRE) 11-5 Helen Nelmes Jamie Moore Form: 603, Probable S.P.: 22-1 9 WESTERN BARON (IRE) 11-5 Colin Tizzard Tom Scudamore Form: 0, Probable S.P.: 28-1 10 GRIVETANA (FR) 10-7 Paul Nicholls Bryony Frost Form: 1, Probable S.P.: 8-11

Race 2 2.13

2m 4f 35y

1 PORT OF MARS (IRE) 11-3 Olly Murphy Sean Bowen Form: P-P6, Probable S.P.: 16-1 2 ANTUNES (GB) Milton Harris Form: PP3,

11-2

Mitchell Bastyan Probable S.P.: 33-1

3 KAUTO THE KING (FR) 11-2 Colin Tizzard Tom Scudamore Form: 563, Probable S.P.: 9-1 4 NATIVE ROBIN (IRE) 11-0 Jeremy Scott David Prichard (5) Form: 311, Probable S.P.: 5-2 18

5 GO STEADY (GB) 11-0 Dan Skelton Bridget Andrews Form: 102, Probable S.P.: 7-2 6 FLAGRANT DELITIEP (FR) 11-0 Robert Walford Jamie Moore Form: 6P2, Probable S.P.: 2-1

Race 3 2.48

3m 1f 30y

1 TIDE TIMES (IRE) 12-0 Ian Williams Charlie Todd (3) Form: P34, Probable S.P.: 9-2 2 JEAN GENIE (FR) 12-0 Tim Vaughan Charlie Price (3) Form: 3-30, Probable S.P.: 14-1 3 THE DOMINO EFFECT (IRE) 12-0 Chris Gordon Nick Scholfield Form: 0-04, Probable S.P.: 16-1 4 KELTUS (FR) 11-12 Jeremy Scott Mr Charlie O’Shea (7) Form: 410, Probable S.P.: 22-1 5 HEAVEY (GB) 11-10 Neil Mulholland Thomas Doggrell (7) Form: 0U1, Probable S.P.: 5-1 6 JOHNNY B (IRE) Chris Down Form: 042,

11-8

Page Fuller Probable S.P.: 7-1

7 BOOK OF GOLD (IRE) 11-5 Alex Hales Gavin Sheehan Form: P/PP-, Probable S.P.: 28-1 8 CAPTAIN CUCKOO (GB) 11-0 Mark Gillard Theo Gillard (3) Form: 2U4, Probable S.P.: 16-1 9 MAX DYNAMO (GB) 10-11 Emma-Jane Bishop Jordan Nailor (3) Form: 211, Probable S.P.: 9-4

Race 4 3.20

1m 7f 50y

11-10

1 GOSHEN (FR) Gary Moore Form: 031,

Jamie Moore Probable S.P.: 10-11

2 ADAGIO (GER) David Pipe Form: 22-2,

Tom Scudamore Probable S.P.: 6-4

3 FAIVOIR (FR) Dan Skelton Form: 122,

Race 6 4.33

3m 1f 30y

1 SOJOURN (IRE) 11-13 Martin Keighley James Best Form: 2P-P, Probable S.P.: 13-2

11-7

2 ASK ME EARLY (IRE) 11-12 Harry Fry Sean Bowen Form: 1-11, Probable S.P.: 15-8

Bridget Andrews Probable S.P.: 14-1

11-7

3 EL PASO WOOD (FR) 11-2 David Pipe Philip Armson (7) Form: 412, Probable S.P.: 3-1

4 LLANDINABO LAD (GB) 11-6 Tom Symonds Nico de Boinville Form: P-26, Probable S.P.: 28-1

4 I SEE YOU WELL (FR) 10-11 Seamus Mullins Micheal Nolan Form: 162, Probable S.P.: 11-2

Race 5 3.58

2m 5f 82y

1 MONTE CRISTO (FR) 11-12 Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville Form: 0-P0, Probable S.P.: 25-1

5 EDE’IFFS ELTON (GB) 10-1 Robert Walford Jamie Moore Form: 624, Probable S.P.: 13-2

2 TRINCOMALEE (GB) 11-12 Lucy Wadham Tom Scudamore Form: 3-21, Probable S.P.: 10-1 3 STELLAR MAGIC (IRE) 11-12 Philip Hobbs Micheal Nolan Form: P-2P, Probable S.P.: 7-1 4 SOLWARA ONE (IRE) 11-11 Neil Mulholland Harry Reed Form: 6-FF, Probable S.P.: 10-1 5 MASTER DEBONAIR (GB) 11-9 Harry Fry Sean Bowen Form: 352, Probable S.P.: 6-1 6 JEPECK (IRE) 11-6 Anthony HoneyballCameron Iles (10) Form: 013, Probable S.P.: 14-1 7 SIZABLE SAM (GB) 11-5 Jeremy Scott Nick Scholfield Form: 5P3, Probable S.P.: 10-1 8 MR GLASS (IRE) Paul Nicholls Form: 113,

11-4

Bryony Frost Probable S.P.: 5-2

9 CORINTO (IRE) 10-13 Nikki Evans Conor Ring (3) Form: 13//1-, Probable S.P.: 20-1 10 ASK THE DOC (IRE) 10-5 Oliver Greenall Craig Nichol Form: 224, Probable S.P.: 14-1 19

Race 7 5.05 1 ZYON (GB) Adam West Form: 341, 2 GAULOIS (FR) Paul Nicholls Form: 2-3P,

12-2

10 FLOWING CADENZA (GB) 11-2 Bob Buckler Jack Martin (7) Form: 2PP, Probable S.P.: 28-1

11-11

11 LUCKY LARA (IRE) 11-2 Harriet Brown Thomas Doggrell (7) Form: 50-4, Probable S.P.: 20-1

2m 5f 82y

Page Fuller Probable S.P.: 13-2

Tom Buckley (5) Probable S.P.: 12-1

3 SNEAKY FEELING (IRE) 11-9 Claire Dyson Charlie Price (3) Form: 06//-P, Probable S.P.: 50-1 4 COAL STOCK (IRE) 11-9 Harriet Brown Theo Gillard (3) Form: P64, Probable S.P.: 33-1 5 FITZROY (IRE) 11-9 Sarah-Jayne Davies William Kennedy Form: 30P, Probable S.P.: 300-1 6 LAMANVER BEL AMI (GB) 11-7 Jack R. Barber Nick Scholfield Form: 0-16, Probable S.P.: 25-1 7 ITSNOTWHATYOUTHINK (IRE) 11-6 Nick Gifford Tabitha Worsley (3) Form: 0-F0, Probable S.P.: 25-1 8 FAMOSO (IRE) Harriet Brown Form: 053,

11-6

Tom Scudamore Probable S.P.: 22-1

9 BRAGANZA BAY (GB) 11-5 Henry Daly Ben Godfrey (3) Form: 545, Probable S.P.: 15-2

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12 MEGAUDAIS SPEED (FR) 11-0 Laura Young Mitchell Bastyan Form: 035, Probable S.P.: 20-1 13 WILLIAM PHILO (GB) 10-12 Robert Walford Bryan Carver (3) Form: 501, Probable S.P.: 5-1 14WALK AWAY NOW (GB) 10-9 Colin Tizzard Sean Bowen Form: P04, Probable S.P.: 17-2 15 CARNAGE (GB) 10-6 Nikki Evans Conor Ring (3) Form: 00-0, Probable S.P.: 80-1 16PORTENTOSO (GER) 10-4 Sam Holdsworth Miss Thomasina Eyston (7) Form: P00, Probable S.P.: 66-1 17 GETAWAY CORY (IRE) 10-1 Kayley Woollacott Mr Joshua Newman (7) Form: 4F6, Probable S.P.: 12-1 18TRUE THOUGHTS (IRE) 10-0 Laura Young Gavin Sheehan Form: 353, Probable S.P.: 40-1

LINGFIELD PARK Race 1 12.50 1m 2f 1y

1 ADDINGHAM (GB) 9-5 William Haggas Cieren Fallon Form: 22, Probable S.P.: 13-8 2 FOZZIE BEAR (IRE) 9-5 Brett Johnson Marco Ghiani Form: 40-5, Probable S.P.: 13-2 3 LOST OF LOVE (GB) 9-5 Richard Hughes Ryan Moore Form: Probable S.P.: 5-1 4 MZAHEM (IRE) Tom Clover Form:

9-5

Luke Morris Probable S.P.: 9-1

5 TATTERED FLAG (USA) 9-5 John & Thady Gosden Jack Mitchell Form: 6-, Probable S.P.: 15-2 6 YKIKAHOBBSIE (GB) 9-5 Joe Ponting Rob Hornby Form: Probable S.P.: 50-1 7 CITY SPIRIT (GB) 9-0 Andrew Balding William Cox (3) Form: 0-3, Probable S.P.: 11-1 8 RIKONA (GB) Simon Dow Form: 0-,

Race 2 1.25

9-0

Robert Havlin Probable S.P.: 22-1

1m 2f

1 STATE LEGEND (IRE) 9-7 James Ferguson Jack Mitchell Form: 43-1, Probable S.P.: 15-8

Race 3 2.00

1m 2f

1 WIRRAWAY (USA) 9-9 Debbie Hughes William Carson Form: 06-4, Probable S.P.: 6-1 2 CITY ESCAPE (IRE) 9-7 Mark Loughnane Philip Prince Form: 6-50, Probable S.P.: 9-1 3 UTHER PENDRAGON (IRE) 9-7 J. S. Moore Liam Keniry Form: 02-0, Probable S.P.: 9-1 4 MARIE PARADIS (IRE) 9-5 Amy Murphy Marco Ghiani Form: 03-6, Probable S.P.: 6-1 5 PILOT WINGS (IRE) 9-5 Tony Carroll Jason Watson Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 22-1 6 MR MAC (GB) Simon Hodgson Form: 365,

9-3

William Carver (3) Probable S.P.: 4-1

7 SIR JOSEPH SWAN (GB) 9-1 Amanda Perrett Robert Havlin Form: 643-, Probable S.P.: 8-1 8 DUSK CHORUS (FR) 9-0 David Flood Harry Burns (5) Form: 0-00, Probable S.P.: 33-1 9 OCEAN WILDE (GB) 8-12 John Ryan Darragh Keenan Form: 05-0, Probable S.P.: 16-1 10 PURPLE PADDY (GB) 8-12 Jimmy Fox Shane Kelly Form: 0-50, Probable S.P.: 7-1

2 KISSININTHEBACKROW (GB) 9-4 Brian Meehan Ryan Moore Form: 2-21, Probable S.P.: 7-2 3 MASHKUUR (IRE) 9-4 Stuart Williams Richard Kingscote Form: 2-22, Probable S.P.: 7-2 4 GRAFFITI (GB) Mick Channon Form: 654-,

9-3

George Bass (5) Probable S.P.: 17-2

5 ALREADY GONE (IRE) 9-1 J. S. Moore Josephine Gordon Form: 1-45, Probable S.P.: 13-2

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Race 4 2.35

1m 2f

1 CAFE SYDNEY (IRE) 9-7 Tony Carroll Luke Morris Form: 215, Probable S.P.: 11-2

Race 5 3.10

1m 1y

1 CANNY FETTLE (FR) 9-5 Roger Varian Jefferson Smith Form: 0-4, Probable S.P.: 9-1

2 SHERPA TRAIL (USA) 9-6 Simon Dow Jack Duern (3) Form: 0-06, Probable S.P.: 10-1

2 CHRYSOS (USA) 9-5 Kevin Ryan Jamie Spencer Form: 4, Probable S.P.: 7-2

3 RIVAS ROB ROY (GB) 9-5 John Gallagher Darragh Keenan Form: 0-66, Probable S.P.: 11-1

3 DOUBLE DARE YOU (GB) 9-5 Clive Cox Liam Keniry Form: 0, Probable S.P.: 100-1

Dougie Costello Probable S.P.: 12-1

9-4

4 FELLOWSHIP (IRE) 9-5 William Knight Marco Ghiani Form: 00, Probable S.P.: 150-1

5 MARCHETTI (IRE) 9-3 Jimmy Fox Mark Crehan (3) Form: 365, Probable S.P.: 13-2

5 MIZMAR (GB) 9-5 John & Thady Gosden Robert Havlin Form: 04-4, Probable S.P.: 7-2

6 MISS SLIGO (IRE) 9-1 Jamie Osborne Shane Kelly Form: 4-01, Probable S.P.: 4-1

6 OUR BOY SAM (GB) 9-5 William Knight Callum Shepherd Form: Probable S.P.: 14-1

7 HENLEY PARK (GB) 8-13 Gary Moore Ryan Moore Form: 0-41, Probable S.P.: 11-4

7 PLANXTY (GB) John Gallagher Form:

8 NO SUCH LUCK (IRE) 8-12 Roger Ingram Jack Mitchell Form: 0-66, Probable S.P.: 28-1

8 PRIME OBJECTIVE (GB) 9-5 Archie Watson Charlie Bennett Form: Probable S.P.: 8-1

8-12

9 REY ARTURO (IRE) 9-5 Tom Clover Luke Morris Form: Probable S.P.: 14-1

4 MISS ELSA (GB) Lee Carter Form: 0-00,

9 FALINE (GB) Adam West Form: 000-,

Erika Parkinson (7) Probable S.P.: 100-1

9-5

Darragh Keenan Probable S.P.: 40-1

10 ROYAL AVIATION (USA) 9-5 Kevin Philippart de Foy Jack Mitchell Form: 0-, Probable S.P.: 25-1 11 EXCEEDINGLY SONIC (GB) 9-0 George Scott Rob Hornby Form: 0, Probable S.P.: 25-1 12 STEPMOTHER (IRE) 9-0 John & Thady GosdenGeorgia Cox (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 15-2

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Race 6 3.45

1m 4f

1 PIRATE KING (GB) 9-12 Charlie Fellowes Ryan Moore Form: 0-64, Probable S.P.: 4-1

8 WHITTLE LE WOODS (GB) 8-8 Michael Appleby Jason Watson Form: 121, Probable S.P.: 7-2

Race 8 4.55

7f 2y

9-2

2 RESTORER (GB) 9-4 Ian Williams Richard Kingscote Form: 05-0, Probable S.P.: 18-1

1 DARK KRIS (IRE) Ivan Furtado Form: 005-,

3 BUGLE MAJOR (USA) 9-4 Richard Hughes Shane Kelly Form: 26-0, Probable S.P.: 9-1

2 ELJAYTEE (IRE) 9-2 John Berry Nicola Currie Form: 000-, Probable S.P.: 40-1

4 CELTIC ART (FR) 9-4 Jeremy Scott Jason Watson Form: 2-13, Probable S.P.: 6-1

3 EXTRACURICULAR (GB) 9-2 Richard Bandey Rob Hornby Form: 03-2, Probable S.P.: 9-2

5 PROTECTED GUEST (GB) 9-3 George Margarson Luke Morris Form: 221, Probable S.P.: 9-2

4 GLOBAL ACCLAMATION (GB) 9-2 Patrick Chamings Tyler Heard (5) Form: 350-, Probable S.P.: 12-1

6 DESERT EMPEROR (GB) 9-2 Ivan Furtado Lewis Edmunds Form: 1-23, Probable S.P.: 9-2

5 GONZAGA (GB) 9-2 James Bennett Ellie MacKenzie (5) Form: 20-0, Probable S.P.: 22-1

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6 JACK RYAN (IRE) 9-2 John Ryan Darragh Keenan Form: 5-44, Probable S.P.: 5-1

7 MORLAIX (GB) David Simcock Form: 2-12,

Race 7 4.20

Callum Shepherd Probable S.P.: 9-2

7f 1y

1 TINKER TOY (GB) 9-7 Roger Varian Jack Mitchell Form: 106-, Probable S.P.: 13-2 2 KARIBANA (IRE) 9-7 Richard Hughes George Rooke (3) Form: 32-5, Probable S.P.: 11-2 3 REVOLUTIONISE (IRE) 9-5 Stuart Williams Marco Ghiani Form: 0-26, Probable S.P.: 12-1 4 SIR OLIVER (IRE) 9-1 Chris Dwyer Thore Hammer Hansen Form: 141-, Probable S.P.: 9-2 5 BOWMAN (IRE) 9-0 Laura Mongan Luke Morris Form: 0-06, Probable S.P.: 22-1 6 TADREEB (IRE) 8-12 Michael Attwater William Carson Form: 10-4, Probable S.P.: 12-1

Lewis Edmunds Probable S.P.: 6-1

7 JULIE JOHNSTON (GB) 9-2 John Bridger Christian Howarth (7) Form: 065, Probable S.P.: 8-1 8 MAAHI VE (IRE) 9-2 Michael Attwater William Carson Form: 562, Probable S.P.: 15-2 9 ON THE NOSE (GB) 9-2 Gary Moore Rhys Clutterbuck (3) Form: 060-, Probable S.P.: 28-1 10 RIVER CHORUS (IRE) 9-2 Phil McEntee Luke Morris Form: 4-50, Probable S.P.: 14-1 11 VINCENZO COCCOTTI (USA) 9-2 Patrick Chamings George Rooke (3) Form: 056, Probable S.P.: 33-1 12 VITESSE DU SON (GB) 9-2 Mark Pattinson Joshua Bryan Form: 0-04, Probable S.P.: 18-1

7 SHOOT TO KILL (IRE) 8-11 Robyn Brisland Darragh Keenan Form: 11-1, Probable S.P.: 11-2 23

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RACE START

Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 58yds) (3,800 metres) for novice five 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) A See page 78 for conditions of this race.

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HECOULDBETHEONE (IRE) (19)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Shecouldbetheone (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: Mr & Mrs R Sage Weight: 11 8 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Colours: DARK GREEN and LIGHT Breeder: Denis Cusack GREEN (quartered), halved sleeves.

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd Form: P3121

Jockey Niall Houlihan

HHH Has form figures of 121 (all in novice hurdles) under rules, scoring easily at Plumpton (2m4f, good) most recently; bumped into a high-class prospect the time before; could well have more to offer.

Official BHA Rating 122

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U N A N S W E R E D P R AY E R S ( I R E ) ( 2 1 )

B g Ocovango - Fitanga Speed (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: The Pres Partnership Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Kevin Talbot Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

Tom Cannon

Weight: 11 8 Horse Age: 6 Colours: ORANGE, BLACK stars, chevrons on sleeves, ORANGE cap, BLACK star.

Form: 5-12214

HHH Came up short in 3m Grade 2 at Doncaster three weeks ago; progressive RPRs at 2m-2m5f otherwise over hurdles, culminating in soft-ground success at Wincanton; possibilities back down in trip/class.

Official BHA Rating 126

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B A L LY B L A C K ( I R E ) ( 1 7 )

B g Shirocco (GER) - Papion Lady (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: George and Glenda Giles Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 5 Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Colours: RED, YELLOW sleeves, Breeder: John Paul Condron RED stars.

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers Form: 5P-P121

Rex Dingle

HHHH Opened his account at the fifth attempt in Irish points; clear second in novice hurdle at Taunton on rules debut, then justified favouritism at Exeter (2m5f, good to soft); looks open to further progress.

Official BHA Rating 123

4 S K Y TA S T I C ( F R ) ( 2 2 )

B g Way of Light (USA) - Verzasca (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA)) Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 5 Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Breeder: Mme Atoinette Tamagni-Bodmer et al diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Form: 11-1 D

Charlie Deutsch

HHHHH Unbeaten and very promising; won bumpers at Newbury (good) and Doncaster (good to soft) last term, then comfortably justified favouritism in maiden hurdle at latter track (2m3f, good) on reappearance; holds two Grade 1 entries at Cheltenham; respected.

Official BHA Rating -

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H O L E R DAY R I D G E ( I R E ) ( 2 1 6 )

B g Mahler - Deep Lilly (Glacial Storm (USA)) Owner: Mrs C. Hitch Trainer: Claire Hitch, Watchet Breeder: Ms L. Pyne

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0 Colours: RED, WHITE hoops, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 010

HH Absent since bursting a blood vessel in maiden hurdle at Newton Abbot last July (well held); won bumper there the time before, showing ordinary form; faces a stiff assignment in this field.

Official BHA Rating -

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JEFFERY’S CROSS (IRE) (90)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Gleaming Spire (Overbury (IRE)) Owner: Mr P M J Beck Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: PINK, LIGHT BLUE spots, Breeder: R. McCarthy WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) Form: 2

Lorcan Williams

HHH Evidently held in some esteem as he started 5-4 favorite for an Irish point three months ago (showed promise in clear second); sold for £45,000 in December; from a good family; interesting contender.

Official BHA Rating -

7

KAP AUTEUIL (FR) (35)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Turboka (FR) (Kahyasi) Owner: Andrew & Sarah Wates Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green Breeder: Mme Henri Devin Sponsor: Lawmens Limited

James Bowen

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0 Colours: NAVY BLUE, GREEN sash, CERISE cap.

Form: 11-1014 D

HHHH Largely progressive over fences in 2021, winning five times at up to 2m5f; let down by jumping (made a few mistakes) at Kempton last month; modest record over hurdles in 2020 but has a leading chance if transferring best chase form back to this sphere.

Official BHA Rating 127

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M O U R I YA N I ( U S A ) ( 5 3 3 )

B g City Zip (USA) - Mouraniya (IRE) (Azamour (IRE)) Owner: Bighouse Syndicate Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn Colours: MAROON, GREY hoop, Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan Studs S.C. quartered cap.

Sponsor: The Pheasant Inn Form:

Paul O’Brien

HH Record of 4-13 on Flat, the most recent win at Goodwood (1m4f; RPR 84) in June 2020; absent since a poor effort in September of that year; best watched on hurdles debut unless the market speaks positively.

Official BHA Rating -

9

S C A R FA C E ( I R E ) ( 3 2 )

B g Milan - Consider Her Lucky (GER) (Silvano (GER)) Owner: Taylor & O’Dwyer Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces.

Breeder: Mrs Lisa Doran Form: 5402 Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Brendan Powell

HHHH 0-3 in bumpers, best effort when fourth here in November; respectable second at Exeter (2m, good to soft) on the switch to hurdles; bred to be suited by this longer trip and looks open to improvement; has Grade 1 entries.

Official BHA Rating Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note: HOLERDAY RIDGE: Following its run on 18/7/2021 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

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RACE START

About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) (4,700 metres) for novice five yrs old and upwards Total race value £52000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £22662; Second £9303; Third £4654; Fourth £2324; Fifth £1165; Sixth £582. (Penalty Value £29614) A See page 78 for conditions of this race.

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No Horse

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DOE S HE KNOW (GB) (97)

B g Alkaased (USA) - Diavoleria (Slip Anchor) Owner: Yes He Does Syndicate Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Breeder: M. W. Easterby Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

Jockey David Bass

Weight: 11 3 Horse Age: 7 Colours: WHITE and ROYAL BLUE diamonds, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE diamonds.

Form: r05-112 D BF

HHHH Won in very small fields over fences at Chepstow and Cheltenham in October, before keeping Threeunderthrufive (winner of two Grade 2s since) up to his work at Cheltenham in November; all those were at about 3m on good and he has something to prove on soft or heavy; otherwise firmly in the mix.

Official BHA Rating 147

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ANNUAL INVICTUS (IRE) (48)

B g Mahler - Shantou Rose (IRE) (Shantou (USA)) Owner: Mr Thomas Michael Smith Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Mrs Deborah Hobson Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

Tom Cannon

Weight: 11 0 Horse Age: 7 Colours: PINK, PURPLE stars, PURPLE and PINK chevrons on sleeves, PURPLE cap, PINK star.

Form: 4-211P3 D

HHH Something amiss penultimate start but solid results otherwise over fences, including wins in two small-field events; stamina is a question, as he’s not been much beyond 2m4f except in Irish points, but he made up a huge amount of ground (which he’d lost when apparently disinterested early on final circuit) on two tiring rivals when a close last of three at Plumpton (soft) last time; no surprise to see headgear enlisted as well; form contender.

Official BHA Rating 143

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C O R AC H R A M B L E R ( I R E ) ( 3 5 )

B g Jeremy (USA) - Heart N Hope (IRE) (Fourstars Allstar (USA)) Owner: The Ramblers Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW chevrons, Breeder: P. Hillis armlets and star on cap.

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd Form: 61-3114 D

Derek Fox

HHHH Never ran in a handicap as a hurdler but raised his game markedly in them as a chaser this term, winning in taking fashion over 3m1f at Aintree and Cheltenham; can carry head awkwardly, idled in front at Cheltenham and seemed to be going nowhere at one stage when creditable fourth in useful 3m5f race at Warwick (soft) latest, after which he’s now tried in a tongue-tie; bit better is needed in this Grade 2 but he may well be capable of it.

Official BHA Rating 140

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Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Sweet Empire (IRE) (Second Empire (IRE)) Owner: The Explorers Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Colours: BLACK, RED stars, hooped Breeder: Sean Gorman sleeves and star on cap.

Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing Form: 25-2122 D

Ryan Mania

HHH Won chase debut at Hexham in November; has not always jumped fluently but he stuck to his task very well in defeat when showing improved form at Kelso and Warwick (behind dominant Threeunderthrufive) on last two outings, both about 3m on soft; probably on the premises.

Official BHA Rating 142

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FERN HILL (IRE) (52)

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock (El Conquistador) Owner: Cross Foran Harrison Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury Colours: YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), DARK Breeder: Joseph and Anthony Smiddy BLUE sleeves, YELLOW and DARK BLUE quartered cap.

Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited Form: 311P-22 BF

HHH Won two novice hurdles last season and runner-up in two handicap chases in December, all on soft; latest was over 2m6f at Newbury where he made most and shaped as if worth this second go at 3m, having been pulled up in Grade 2 novice hurdle on first attempt; lightly raced but improvement is needed.

Official BHA Rating 136

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Jack Quinlan

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J ’A I F R O I D ( I R E ) ( 7 1 )

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Park Wave (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Owner: Mrs K. Bromley Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE seams, Breeder: Patricia and Marie Keating RED sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, RED diamonds.

Form: 1112-35 CD

Max Kendrick

HHHHH Completed a four-timer in handicap hurdles last January-March in the mud over 2m7f (on this card) to 3m2f; he’d be a player on the best of that form and although he’s failed to match that over fences this term, his second attempt (12l behind Corach Rambler but gave him 9lb) was a step in the right direction; stable seems in better form now; needs a second look.

Official BHA Rating 140 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note: CORACH RAMBLER: Following its run on 15/1/2022 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

FERN HILL: Following its run on 29/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

2021: REMASTERED 8 11 0 Tom Scudamore 9-2 (David Pipe) 6 ran

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9-4 Does He Know (GB), 3-1 Corach Rambler (IRE), 7-2 Annual Invictus (IRE), 5-1 Doyen Breed (IRE), 7-1 Fern Hill (IRE), 14-1 J’Ai Froid (IRE)

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H AY D O C K PA R K 2.05PM THE WILLIAM HILL R E N D L E S H A M H U R D L E R AC E ( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R A D E 2 ) ( G B B R AC E ) Three miles about half a furlong (3m 58yds) (4,800 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £60000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £26148; Second £10734; Third £5370; Fourth £2682; Fifth £1344; Sixth £672. (Penalty Value £34170) A

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THIRD WIND (GB) (35)

B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Act Three (Beat Hollow) Owner: Mouse Hamilton-Fairley Weight: 11 10 Horse Age: 8 Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley Colours: BLACK, PINK cross belts, Breeder: Mrs Mouse Hamilton-Fairley armlets and star on cap.

Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel Form: 251P-03 CD

Jockey Tom O’Brien

HHHH Carries a 6lb penalty today, unlike when winning this last year (soft), and he hasn’t been at his very best on either start this term; however, it wasn’t a bad run when third in a handicap at Warwick (3m1f, soft) last month and he could build on that back here today; has won on heavy; respected.

Official BHA Rating 144

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T H O M A S DA R BY ( I R E ) ( 63 )

B g Beneficial - Silaoce (FR) (Nikos) Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited

Aidan Coleman

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 10 Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, checked sleeves and cap.

Form: 303-414 D

HHHH Landed the biggest win of his career in the Grade 2 Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury (3m, good to soft) in November and followed that with a highly creditable fourth in the Grade 1 Long Walk at Ascot (3m, good to soft); has won on heavy ground; strong contender under a 7lb penalty.

Official BHA Rating 155

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E M I TO M ( I R E ) ( 2 9)

B g Gold Well - Avenging Angel (IRE) (Heron Island (IRE)) Owner: The Spero Partnership Ltd Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 4 Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Colours: MAROON, ORANGE diamond, Breeder: Arctic Tack Stud diamonds on sleeves, MAROON cap, ORANGE diamond.

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd Form: 36P-232 CD

Brian Hughes

HH Won this in 2020 (heavy) but hasn’t hit same heights in last two seasons; second of four behind Top Ville Ben at Lingfield (2m7f, heavy) latest and may again be vulnerable; pulled up on sole previous run in these cheekpieces.

Official BHA Rating 140

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B g Beneficial - Great Decision (IRE) (Simply Great (FR)) Owner: Harbour Rose Partnership Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 4 Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Colours: RED, YELLOW seams, Breeder: Edward Prendergast & Mrs Helen Gillman striped sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd Form: 3/-P5F31 C D

Thomas Dowson

HHHHH 10yo whose peak runs have come over fences and it remains to be seen if he’s the force of old (lightly raced in recent years); the form of last month’s small-field hurdle win at Lingfield (2m7f, heavy) is open to question but he travelled well and will be a player today if able to produce something close to his best chase efforts; has won over hurdles here on heavy.

Official BHA Rating 140

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W H O L E STO N E ( I R E ) (4 5 5 )

Br g Craigsteel - Last Theatre (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 4 Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, Breeder: Michael O’Donovan DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited Form: 0/121/5F- D

HH Three-time Grade 2 winner over hurdles (2m4f/3m, soft/heavy) who has gone well fresh historically, as is often the case with runners from this yard; however, he’s been absent since falling here in November 2020 and this 11yo needs to prove how much ability he retains.

Official BHA Rating 142

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Sam Twiston-Davies

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M O L LY O L LY S W I S H E S ( G B ) ( 2 8 )

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - September Moon (Bustino) Owner: Mr Dean Pugh Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: RED, BLACK epaulets, WHITE Breeder: K. D. & D. K. Pugh sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) Form: 113-151 D

Harry Skelton

HHHH Made it five wins (2m-3m, heavy-good to soft) from her last seven starts when landing 2m7f mares’ Grade 2 at Ascot (soft) four weeks ago; carries 7lb penalty against males but has leading form claims nevertheless.

Official BHA Rating 145 Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

2021: THIRD WIND 7 11 2 Tom Cannon 9-2 (Hughie Morrison) 8 ran

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9-4 Molly Ollys Wishes (GB), 10-3 Thomas Darby (IRE), 7-2 Emitom (IRE), 9-2 Third Wind (GB), 9-1 Top Ville Ben (IRE), 12-1 Wholestone (IRE)

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THE GREAT BRITISH STALLION SHOWCASE The Great British Stallion Showcase, which was launched by the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (TBA) and Great British Racing International (GBRI) in 2021 in the absence of the TBA’s live stallion parades, is back again in 2022.

A’Ali - Newsells Park Stud

The website - www.greatbritishstallionshowcase.co.uk - enables those who missed the live events at Tattersalls and Goffs UK in January and early February to take stock of the stallion power on offer in Britain.

It has also created a new opportunity for racing fans to see behind the scenes at some of Britain’s top stallion studs.

The website features approximately 40 British-based stallions from across the country, including first, second and third season Flat stallions, and all-aged National Hunt stallions.

The user-friendly platform provides the ideal opportunity to check back on former stars of the track as they embark on a second career, helping to shape the next generation that will grace the racecourse in years to come.

Learn more about their careers through the audio and visual guides which include commentaries from the stallion managers sharing insights into the stallions’ personalities and traits. On-demand videos, which provide the mainstay of each stallion’s profile, offer visitors the chance to see stallions at close hand.

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Palace Pier -Dalham Hall Stud, Darley

Race fans can also explore the photo gallery, race form, pedigree, biography, star progeny and more via the easy-to-use interactive buttons.

The following Flat stallions can be found on the Great British Stallion Showcase: A’Ali – Bangkok (dual purpose) – Century Dream – Diplomat (dual purpose) – Kameko – Legends of War – Lope Y Fernandez – Masar – Mr Scaramanga – Palace Pier – Roseman – Segei Prokofiev – Southern Hills – Sogann – Tip Two Win – Ubettabelieveit – Without Parole The following National Hunt stallions can be found on the Great British Stallion Showcase: Arrigo – Bangkok (dual purpose) – Dartmouth – Dink – Diplomat – Dragon Dancer – Falco – Flag of Honour – Frammassone – Frontiersman – Gentlewave – Jack Hobbs – Leading Light – Linda’s lad – Logician – Marmelo – Masterstroke – Norse Dancer – Pether’s Moon – Planteur – Scalo – Schiaparelli – Telescope – Walzertakt www.greatbritishstallionshowcase.co.uk

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R AC E 3 2.25PM T H E G R E AT B R I T I S H S TA L L I O N S H OWC A S E . C O . U K S W I N L E Y C H A S E ( A L I M I T E D H A N D I CA P ) ( C L A S S 1 ) ( L I S T E D R AC E ) ( G B B R AC E )

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About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) (4,700 metres) for five yrs old and upwards Total race value £85000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £37043; Second £15207; Third £7608; Fourth £3800; Fifth £1904; Sixth £952. (Penalty Value £48407.50) See page 78 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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FIDDLERONTHEROOF (IRE) (84)

B g Stowaway - Inquisitive Look (Montjeu (IRE)) Owner: Taylor, Burley & O’Dwyer Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder: Treaty Pals Syndicate Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Jockey Brendan Powell

Weight: 11 10 Horse Age: 8 Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW braces.

Form: 2223-12

HHHHH Very useful second-season chaser; posted a cracking effort in the Ladbrokes Trophy at Newbury (3m2f, good to soft) when last seen, finishing a close second and pulling 28l clear of the third; 5lb rise looks manageable and he’s open to further progress; has won on soft/heavy; respected.

Official BHA Rating 155

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CA R I B E A N B OY ( F R ) ( 3 5 )

Gr g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Caribena (FR) (Linamix (FR)) Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Weight: 11 4 Horse Age: 8 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, Breeder: Mme S. Guittard & Mr G. E. Guittard DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited Form: 40P-0F1 D

James Bowen

HHHH Upped to 3m and fitted with cheekpieces for last two starts, falling early at this course then winning at Kempton (soft); back up 4lb but remains unexposed at this distance and in the headgear; shortlisted.

Official BHA Rating 149

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T RU C K E R S LO D G E ( I R E ) ( 5 4 )

B g Westerner - Galeacord (IRE) (Accordion) Owner: Gordon & Su Hall Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Mrs Ann Hogan Sponsor: Morson Group

Lorcan Williams

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 2 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE spots, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.

Form: 1/U00-53 D

HH Best form at marathon trips, notably a success in the 2020 Midlands National; placed in the Welsh National on latest outing; looks unlikely to match that effort back down in distance.

Official BHA Rating 147

4 FORTESCUE (GB) (28)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Last of Her Line (Silver Patriarch (IRE)) Owner: Mr T. F. F. Nixon Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 12 Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Colours: DARK GREEN and ORANGE Breeder: T. F. F. Nixon (quartered), ORANGE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Think Creative Consultants Ltd Form: 11-3023 D

Hugh Nugent (5)

HHH Arrives in decent form having been placed on last two starts, good third in the Peter Marsh at Haydock (3m1f, soft) latest; holds each-way hopes but looks held by Fiddlerontheroof on Ladbrokes Trophy running.

Official BHA Rating 143

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REGAL ENCORE (IRE) (63)

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Go On Eileen (IRE) (Bob Back (USA)) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Horse Age: 14 Weight: 10 9 Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Breeder: Mr John Browne YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk Form: 20-P300 CD

HH 14yo; has contested the last four runnings of this race, resulting in form figures of 1332; however, needs to bounce back from heavy defeats the last twice (latest here); had a third wind surgery since.

Official BHA Rating 140

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Richie McLernon

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SOJOURN (IRE) (112)

B g Getaway (GER) - Toscar (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Jon & Jacqueline Hughes Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: Mervyn Kidd Sponsor: Fbc Manby Bowdler

James Best

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 9 Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, YELLOW sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, YELLOW cap.

Form: 12/12P-P D

HH Progressive sort for Anthony Honeyball until pulled up in last two appearances, latest over C&D in October (folded tamely in the home straight); needs to turn things around on stable debut.

Official BHA Rating 140

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A S K M E E A R LY ( I R E ) ( 7 7 )

Gr g Ask - Cotton Ali (IRE) (Ala Hounak) Owner: The Dare Family Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe Breeder: Barry Lynch Sponsor: Citipost

Sean Bowen

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 8 Colours: MAROON, WHITE hollow box, halved sleeves, quartered cap.

Form: 11P1-11 D

HHHH Has justified favouritism in two novice hurdles this term, latest in early December; missed the Welsh National due to a schooling fall shortly before that intended target; 3-4 as a chaser (all wins on soft/heavy) and should have more to offer.

Official BHA Rating 139

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LARRY (GB) (28)

B g Midnight Legend - Gaspaisie (FR) (Beyssac (FR)) Owner: Galloping On The South Downs Partnership Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 4 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Colours: MAUVE and BLACK (quartered), Breeder: Cotley Hill Stud MAUVE sleeves, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd Form: P0-U163 CD

Niall Houlihan (3)

HHH Has an notable piece of Ascot form having won Grade 3 handicap over C&D (soft) in October; looked unsuited by 3m5f and 2m5f since, latter effort back here (finished third, no match for first two); interesting back at 3m. Official BHA Rating 135

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CO B O LO B O ( F R ) ( 2 8)

Br g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Nanou des Brosses (FR) (Saint Cyrien (FR)) Owner: Anne, Harriet & Lucinda Bond Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 4 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, armlets Breeder: Mr Michel Lecoq and cap.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 25P-0P2 D

Kevin Brogan (3)

HHH Probably did too much at the front end in this race last year (eventually weakened); went very close over C&D (soft) four weeks ago and might have won but for an untidy jump at the last fence; could go well again.

Official BHA Rating 134

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B g Kayf Tara - Belle Magello (FR) (Exit To Nowhere (USA)) Owner: Mr P. Davies Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 4 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: DARK BLUE, BROWN Breeder: R. D. Chugg & Rahinston Farm chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Faucets Limited Form: 323-1P3 D

Charlie Deutsch

HH Won at Carlisle (3m2f, soft) in October, then looked a non-stayer in the Welsh National; rather disappointing at Lingfield last time but he’s in excellent hands and may do better still; 3lb out of weights.

Official BHA Rating 132

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 7, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 8, 9.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note: SOJOURN: Following its run on 30/10/2021 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

2021: CAPTAIN CHAOS (IRE) 10 10 9 Harry Skelton 10-1 (Dan Skelton) 10 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

9-2 Caribean Boy (FR), 11-2 Fiddlerontheroof (IRE), 13-2 Truckers Lodge (IRE), 15-2 Ask Me Early (IRE), Hold That Taught (GB), 9-1 Fortescue (GB), Regal Encore (IRE), Sojourn (IRE), Larry (GB), Cobolobo (FR)

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H AY D O C K PA R K 2 .40PM T H E W I L L I A M H I L L G R A N D N AT I O N A L TRIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE ( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R A D E 3 ) ( G B B R AC E ) Three miles about four and a half furlongs, lancs (3m 4f 97yds) (5,600 metres) for five yrs old and upwards Total race value £100000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950)

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B R I STO L D E M A I ( F R ) ( 27)

Gr g Saddler Maker (IRE) - La Bole Night (FR) (April Night (FR)) Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 12 Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, Breeder: Mr Jean-Yves Touzaint DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited Form: 0/12P-P3 C

Jockey Sam Twiston-Davies

HHHHH His stamina is unproven at this distance and it’s possible age may be starting to catch up with this 11yo; however, his close third at Lingfield last month shows he retains considerable spark and he has an excellent record at Haydock where he’s a three-time winner of the Grade 1 Betfair Chase (3m1f, good/heavy); on a handy mark and could have a big say off topweight.

Official BHA Rating 159

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LO R D D U M E S N I L ( F R ) ( 2 8)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Ladies Choice (FR) (Turgeon (USA)) Owner: Mr Paul Porter & Mike & Mandy Smith Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW triple diamond, Breeder: Mme Henri Devin diamonds on sleeves, PURPLE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: 1P-FP26 CD

Kielan Woods

HHHH In view of his excellent record at Haydock (including on heavy) he was disappointing here (3m1f, soft) four weeks ago; however, he was a good second at Wetherby before that and it’ll be no surprise if he bounces back with a big run in a race he won last year, and was runner-up in two years ago.

Official BHA Rating 150

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SAM BROWN (GB) (28)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cream Cracker (Sir Harry Lewis (USA)) Owner: Mr T. C. Frost Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Colours: BLACK, RED disc, Breeder: T. C. Frost sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk Form: 1P/3-032 C

Aidan Coleman

HHHH 10yo who is very lightly raced for his age and returned to form with a close second in the Peter Marsh here (3m1f, soft) last month; won a Grade 2 novice chase (2m4f, heavy) in 2020 on his only other visit to Haydock and there’s every chance he’ll stay this far; on the shortlist up 2lb.

Official BHA Rating 149

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Gr g Martaline - Karuma (GER) (Surumu (GER)) Owner: Mr Andrew L. Cohen Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead Breeder: Gestut Kussaburg Sponsor: Wood Hall Stud

Tom O’Brien

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 12 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and stars on cap.

Form: P32-015

HH The form of his win at Doncaster (3m, soft) in December was boosted when the clear runner-up went one better next time, and the way he rallied provides optimism regarding this trip; however, he was soundly beaten in the Peter Marsh here (3m1f, soft) last month which dents confidence in his claims.

Official BHA Rating 145

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BLAKLION (GB) (51)

B g Kayf Tara - Franciscaine (FR) (Legend of France (USA)) Owner: Darren & Annaley Yates Horse Age: 13 Weight: 10 12 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: BLACK, SILVER D Y. Breeder: Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Form: 046-511 CD Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

HHH 13yo who was second in this in 2017 and who rolled back the years with two heavy-ground wins here in December, over 3m1f then 3m4f; did it easily on the second occasion and, although he’s 9lb higher in a better race today, it’s not a harsh rise; won off a higher mark in his prime and he’s considered.

Official BHA Rating 145

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Harry Skelton

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T I M E TO G E T U P ( I R E ) (1 05 )

Ch g Presenting - Gales Return (IRE) (Bob’s Return (IRE)) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 11 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Breeder: Mrs E. Moore YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 2/3411-0

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

HHH Something to prove in terms of current form having been pulled up in the Grand Sefton at Aintree in November on his sole run this term; however, the National fences and inadequate 2m5f are possible excuses, and this lightly raced 9yo beat next-time-out Scottish National winner Mighty Thunder to win the Midlands National last March; has won on heavy; not written off.

Official BHA Rating 144

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T H E GA L LO P I N G B E A R (G B ) ( 27)

B g Shantou (USA) - Cheshire Kat (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Mr Adrian Paterson Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 7 Trainer: Ben Clarke, Beaminster Colours: ROYAL BLUE, GOLD seams, Breeder: Goldford Stud BLUE cap, GOLD tassel.

Sponsor: Tote Form: 1/211-F1

Ben Jones

HHH Won two hunter chases early last year and this lightly raced 9yo landed a big-field handicap at Lingfield (3m5f, heavy) last month; takes on classier rivals today but a 5lb rise is fair and he could have more to offer; has the credentials to run well.

Official BHA Rating 140

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SECRET REPRIEVE (IRE) (54)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 5 Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoop.

Breeder: R. McCarthy Form: 22/F11-5 BF Sponsor: Tote

Adam Wedge

HHH Well beaten in fifth in the Welsh National in December but may have needed that first outing since winning the same Chepstow race last season (3m6f, soft); did it cosily back then and this lightly raced 8yo certainly has potential off today’s 4lb higher mark if rediscovering that promise.

Official BHA Rating 138

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ENQARDE (FR) (63)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Usachaqa (FR) (Mister Sacha (FR)) Owner: Off The Clock Partners & Dr RDP Newland Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 4 Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE hoop, Breeder: Mr Charles Hubert De Chaudenay hooped sleeves, check cap.

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd Form: U15P-51 C

Charlie Hammond

HHH Inconsistent and has to prove he stays this far, having faded into fifth in this last year; however, he won by 10l in the Tommy Whittle here (3m1f, soft) in December and his dominance entitles him to respect today up 9lb. Official BHA Rating 137

10 MINT CONDITION (GB) (35)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Winning Counsel (IRE) (Leading Counsel (USA)) Owner: Whites Property Limited Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 4 Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, Breeder: J. R. Weston diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd Form: 42-0214 C

Brian Hughes

HHH Goes into the unknown stamina-wise and he was below par at Warwick (3m, soft) last month; however, prior to that he ran two fine races on heavy ground here, including a strong-staying win over 2m6f in December; there are ticks in the course/ going boxes, and it’s possible the trip will suit too.

Official BHA Rating 137

11 SIDI ISMAEL (FR) (37)

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tetouane (FR) (Colonel Collins (USA)) Owner: The Show is Over Syndicate Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 2 Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE chevron, Breeder: Ms Berengere Yver WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, RED cap.

Sponsor: W & S Recycling Form: 1-4111F D

David Noonan

HH Made it 3-3 for the yard, and 2-2 over fences, when winning at Market Rasen (3m3f, soft) on Boxing Day; mid-race fall at Catterick since; unexposed over fences and could have more left in the tank, but takes a big rise in grade today and needs to prove he’s up to the task.

Official BHA Rating 135 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 6, 7, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 11.

Stewards Note: TIME TO GET UP: Following its run on 6/11/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

2021: LORD DU MESNIL (FR) 8 11 6 Paul O’Brien 8-1 (Richard Hobson) 9 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

11-2 Sam Brown (GB), Blaklion (GB), 13-2 Enqarde (FR), 15-2 Bristol de Mai (FR), 8-1 Mint Condition (GB), 9-1 The Galloping Bear (GB), Secret Reprieve (IRE), 10-1 Lord du Mesnil (FR), Kalooki (GER), Time To Get Up (IRE), 14-1 Sidi Ismael (FR)

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Their aim is to give every child the best start in life. As well as targeted ‘Learn Through Play’ sessions, they provide higher needs support to focus on areas of development most affected over recent months, including physical development, speech and language, emotional wellbeing and sensory needs. With their help, families can increase confidence, gain access to support services and create a balance which enables them to manage the demands of everyday life.

“Dingley’s Promise has been such an amazing help to me and my son over the past year, helping with his learning and development and helping me to gain access to the support and resources I need to help him. Seeing the changes in my son from where he was in October 2020 to where he currently is, despite the challenges of the pandemic, has been truly amazing. He has become such a little character; he has such a lovely bond with the staff and loves being there.”

Michelle, Mum of Finley – Dingley’s Promise Reading

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As a local charity providing vital support to families, they rely heavily on community support. They welcome local businesses, community groups and individuals to explore ways in which they may be able to support Dingley’s Promise in the future, whether through fundraising, donating or volunteering.

Every year they need to raise over £400,000 to maintain their vital support services.

In recognition of their tremendous work, our 3.00pm race has been named “The Dingley’s Promise Handicap Hurdle” and we welcome Helen Amner-Muslow, one of the beneficiary parents and Jo Evans, the charity’s Fundraising & Communications Manager, to make the trophy presentations to winning connections.

Dingley’s Promise is also our nominated bucket collectors today, so please support them if you are able.

To find out more about the charity or make a donation, visit: www.dingley.org.uk or email: fundraising@dingley.org.uk

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R AC E 4 3.00PM THE DINGLEY’S PROMISE 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

Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 58yds) (3,800 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £50000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620. (Penalty Value £26015) See page 78 for conditions of this race.

Dingley’s Promise will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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E ASYS L A N D ( F R ) (1 4 )

B or Br g Gentlewave (IRE) - Island du Frene (FR) (Useful (FR)) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Weight: 11 12 Horse Age: 8 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Breeder: Marinette Avril & Marie Laure Labbe YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 111/42-P

Jockey Kevin Brogan (3)

HH Talented cross-country chaser on his day but ran below best in two runs last season and fared a lot worse back over hurdles on reappearance; has something to prove at present.

Official BHA Rating 144

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C H R I STO P H E R WO O D ( I R E ) (49)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Surf The Web (IRE) (Ela-Mana-Mou) Owner: Ms Sharon Kinsella Weight: 11 9 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: BLACK, RED sleeves, Breeder: Airlie Stud BLACK spots.

Sponsor: Faucets Limited Form: 02-3462

Harry Bannister

HH Gained last two hurdles wins over 1m7f at Musselburgh; runner-up to progressive Tommy’s Oscar there seven weeks ago (final start for Paul Nicholls); something to prove over this stiff 2m3f.

Official BHA Rating 141

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B A L LY B E G G ( I R E ) ( 5 0 )

B g Mahler - Rebel Flyer (IRE) (Presenting) Owner: Glass Half Full Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne Breeder: Patrick Hennessy Sponsor: Horseracing.Net

Daire McConville (10)

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 3 Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, DARK BLUE star.

Form: 110-PP1

HHHH Took well to first-time blinkers when returned to hurdles at Uttoxeter (2m4f, heavy) on New Year’s Eve and is now 3-5 in this sphere; up 6lb but Daire McConville takes off 10lb; possibilities in the retained blinds.

Official BHA Rating 135

4 R E S E R V E TA N K ( I R E ) ( 2 8 )

B g Jeremy (USA) - Lady Bellamy (IRE) (Black Sam Bellamy (IRE)) Owner: The Reserve Tankers Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, Breeder: Mr L. Dunne ROYAL BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form: P-52FP0

Brendan Powell

HH Formerly smart over hurdles/fences and he looks very well treated on that old form; however, has become inconsistent and suffered a heavy defeat back hurdling at Taunton four weeks ago.

Official BHA Rating 135

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H I G H WAY O N E O T W O ( I R E ) ( 3 5 )

B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Supreme Dreamer (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Owner: Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 1 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: WHITE, RED sleeves, Breeder: Stephen O’Flynn WHITE and RED check cap.

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 2-05512 D

HHH Respectable form upped in distance the last twice, winning at Taunton (2m3f, good) then second in the Lanzarote at Kempton (2m5f, soft; usual hood removed); still unexposed beyond 2m; enters calculations.

Official BHA Rating 133

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Tom Cannon

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C A P D U M AT H A N ( F R ) ( 4 0 )

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nounjya du Mathan (FR) (Antarctique (IRE)) Owner: The Stewart Family Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Colours: BLACK and WHITE (halved), Breeder: Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau RED sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Morson Group Form: 2/6331/-1 D

Harry Cobden

HHHH Returned from two-year absence to win readily at Taunton (2m3f, soft; handicap debut) last month, earning a 9lb rise; has low mileage, represents top yard and looks the type to improve further; good profile.

Official BHA Rating 132

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S T R AW FA N J A C K ( G B ) ( 7 7 )

Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Callerlilly (Double Trigger (IRE)) Owner: Mr Graham Wilson Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 13 Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Colours: RED, WHITE stars, WHITE and Breeder: Whitegate Stud BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: Tote Form: 126-206

Sean Houlihan

HH Went close at Cheltenham (2m, good) on reappearance but hasn’t built on that effort in two subsequent starts, latest at Aintree back over 2m4f; first-time headgear needs to prompt improvement.

Official BHA Rating 131

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S H A N TO U E X P R E S S ( I R E ) ( 7 1 )

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Spanker (Suave Dancer (USA)) Owner: The Second Chancers Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 10 Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PINK sleeves, LIGHT Breeder: Catridge Farm Stud and Burgage Stud BLUE diamonds, LIGHT BLUE and PINK striped cap.

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd Form: 520-5P0

David Bass

H Was a consistent sort but has badly lost his form, over hurdles and fences, since last April; beaten long way back in this sphere last time; first-time hood needs to prompt a big revival.

Official BHA Rating 128

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G O O D R I S K AT A L L ( F R ) ( 2 7 )

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Sissi Land (FR) (Grey Risk (FR)) Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 9 Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Breeder: M. Collet, J. Collet & M. Collet diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Form: 211-222 BF

Charlie Deutsch

HHHHH Didn’t look entirely straightforward at Warwick (good to soft; handicap debut) last month but still went close and maintained his consistent record at about 2m; remains well treated on his Listed-winning bumper form and looks ready for a crack at this new trip; respected.

Official BHA Rating 127

1 0 Z AC O N Y R E B E L ( I R E ) ( 3 0)

B g Getaway (GER) - Bay Rebel (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Andrew & Sarah Wates Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 9 Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Breeder: Brendan Walsh BLUE sash, CERISE cap.

Sponsor: Lawmens Limited Form: F/0/5-121

James Bowen

HHHH Progressive over 2m/2m1f this season, with good second in Huntingdon handicap flanked by two novice wins, latest at Ludlow (soft); bred to stay this longer distance and may well have more to offer; shortlisted. Official BHA Rating 127

11 LUCKY ONE (FR) (35)

Br g Authorized (IRE) - Lady Anouchka (IRE) (Vettori (IRE)) Owner: Sullivan Bloodstock & Hughes Crowley Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 9 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: RED, PINK hoop and armlets.

Breeder: E.A.R.L. du Bois Hue Form: 315F-00 Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

Lorcan Williams

H Successful twice at about 2m last winter for Paul Nicholls; not in anything like the same form, with usual hood removed, in two runs for new stable; enough to prove back up in trip.

Official BHA Rating 127

1 2 P I C C A D I L LY L I L LY ( G B ) ( 2 7 2 )

B m Authorized (IRE) - Hora (Hernando (FR)) Owner: Trull House Stud & R. Waley-Cohen Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Sponsor: Upton Viva Stud, H & C Group Ltd

Mr Sam Waley-Cohen

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 4 Colours: GREY, WHITE epaulets, ORANGE cap.

Form: F1-3

HHH Unexposed mare who raced three times (all on heavy ground at Auteuil) in France, winning over 2m1f on second occasion; related to two winners for this yard; market support should be heeded on British debut.

Official BHA Rating 122

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4 13 SMALL BAD BOB (IRE) (12)

B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Baileys Gleam (Compton Place) Owner: John H W Finch & Rockbourne Partnership Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 3 Trainer: Paul Henderson, Whitsbury Colours: MAROON, WHITE chevron, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Swordlestown Stud MAROON stars, WHITE cap, MAROON star.

Sponsor: Specialist Audio Company Form: 100521 D

James Best

HH Regained the winning thread in Class 3 contest at Fontwell (2m3f, good to soft) last week; however, faces a stiffer assignment off 4lb higher upped in grade.

Official BHA Rating 121

Hood worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.

Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note: CHRISTOPHER WOOD: Following its run on 1/1/2022 it was reported that the horse stumbled late-on losing a shoe.

2021: SHANNON BRIDGE (IRE) 8 10 9 Harry Skelton 12-1 (Dan Skelton) 15 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

11-2 Cap Du Mathan (FR), 6-1 Christopher Wood (IRE), 13-2 Zacony Rebel (IRE), 7-1 Highway One O Two (IRE), 8-1 Shantou Express (IRE), Good Risk At All (FR), 9-1 Ballybegg (IRE), 12-1 Reserve Tank (IRE), 14-1 Lucky One (FR), 16-1 Easysland (FR), Straw Fan Jack (GB), Piccadilly Lilly (GB), Small Bad Bob (IRE)

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W I N C A N TO N 3.20PM T H E W I N C A N TO N M ATC H B O O K B E T T I N G E XC H A N G E K I N GW E L L H U R D L E R AC E ( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R A D E 2 ) ( G B B R AC E ) About two miles (1m 7f 50yds) (3,000 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £70000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30506; Second £12523; Third £6265; Fourth £3129. (Penalty Value £39865) A

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GOSHEN (FR) (14)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Hyde (FR) (Poliglote) Owner: Mr Steven Packham Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: Mr Christophe Toulorge Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd

Jockey Jamie Moore

Weight: 11 10 Horse Age: 6 Colours: WHITE, RED stripe, diabolo on sleeves.

Form: 0-54031 CD

HHHHH Has rather mixed record over last two seasons and is not straightforward but is a top-class hurdler when on song; won this race by 22l on heavy ground last season and was back in very good form when drawing 15l clear in Sandown Listed event (2m, good to soft) two weeks ago; often makes the running; should prove very difficult to catch.

Official BHA Rating 156

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A DAG I O ( G E R ) ( 9 7 )

B g Wiener Walzer (GER) - Aspidistra (GER) (Hernando (FR)) Owner: Bryan Drew and Friends / Prof. C.Tisdall Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE star, Breeder: Gestut Schlenderhan ORANGE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap.

Sponsor: W & S Recycling Form: 21122-2

Tom Scudamore

HHHH Grade 1 winner as a juvenile last winter (soft) and runner-up twice at that level at the Cheltenham and Aintree festivals afterwards (both on good to soft); raced only once this term, when close second in major handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (2m, good) in November, but that level of form already makes him a big player here and we may not have seen the best of him yet.

Official BHA Rating 152

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FA I V O I R ( F R ) ( 2 7 )

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

Bridget Andrews

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 7 Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap.

Form: 1-14122

HHH Won five times as a novice last season and is 2-5 over fences this term; has a bit to find with the principals on return to hurdling but is versatile regarding the ground and scores good marks for consistency; sports first-time cheekpieces; very likely to give a good account.

Official BHA Rating 145

4 LLANDINABO LAD (GB) (63)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Hot Rhythm (Haafhd) Owner: Celia & Michael Baker Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland Breeder: Mr P. P. Symonds Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 6 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK seams, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Form: 125P-26

HH Won Listed novice hurdle at Haydock in November 2020 and was second in Ascot Grade 2 (also 1m7f, soft) the following month but has yet to make any further progress; very respectable sixth in Grade 3 handicap at Ascot (1m7f, good to soft) on latest outing in December but needs to take a significant step forward here.

Official BHA Rating 138 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.

2021: GOSHEN (FR) 5 11 2 Jamie Moore 10-3 (Gary Moore) 6 ran

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Nico de Boinville

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6-5 Goshen (FR), 9-4 Adagio (GER), 4-1 Faivoir (FR), 9-1 Llandinabo Lad (GB)

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BETFAIR ASCOT CHASE FACTS AND FIGURES RACE HISTORY

First run in 1995. Initially staged on Wednesday before moving to its current Saturday slot in 1999.

In 2005 and 2006, the race took place at Lingfield Park while Ascot was undergoing redevelopment.

MULTIPLE WINNERS Tiutchev (2001, 2003) Monet’s Garden (2007, 2010) Riverside Theatre (2011, 2012) Cue Card (2013, 2017)

LONGEST/SHORTEST WINNING DISTANCES

MOST SUCCESSFUL TRAINERS 4 WINS

AGE OF WINNER BREAKDOWN

22 LENGTHS Tiutchev (2001)

1 LENGTH Strong Promise (1997)

Martin Pipe - Tresor de Mai (2002), Tiutchev (2003), ItTakes Time (2005) and Our Vic (2006) Paul Nicholls - Rockforce (2000), Kauto Star (2008), Silviniaco Conti (2016) and Cyrname (2019)

MOST SUCCESSFUL JOCKEY 3 WINS

Barry Geraghty - Monet’s Garden (2010) and Riverside Theatre (2011, 2012)

4/11 14/1

SHORTEST-PRICED WINNER

Kauto Star (2008)

It Takes Time (2005)

YEAR WINNER 2021 Dashel Drasher 2020 Riders Onthe Storm 2019 Cyrname 2018 Waiting Patiently 2017 Cue Card 2016 Silviniaco Conti

SP 4/1 7/2 3/1 2/1F 4/9F 2/1F

7 - Riverside Theatre (2011), Cue Card (2013), Balder Success (2015), Waiting Patiently (2018), Cyrname 2019), Riders OntheStorm (2020) 8 - Martha’s Son (1995), Sound Man (1996), Rockforce (2000), Tiutchev (2001), Tresor de Mai (2002), Hand Inn Hand (2004) Our Vic (2006), Kauto Star (2008), Voy Por Ustedes (2009), Riverside Theatre (2011), Dashel Drasher (2021) 9 - Monet’s Garden (2007) 10 - One Man (1998), Teeton Mill (1999), Tiutchev (2001), Captain Chris (2014), Siviniaco Conti (2016) 11 - It Takes Time (2005), Cue Card (2017)

LONGEST-PRICED WINNER

PREVIOUS WINNERS

6 - Strong Promise (1997)

YEAR WINNER 2015 Balder Succes 2014 Captain Chris 2013 Cue Card 2012 Riverside Theatre 2011 Riverside Theatre 2010 Monet’s Garden 2009 Voy Por Ustedes 2008 Kauto Star 2007 Monet’s Garden 2006* Our Vic 2005* It Takes Time

12 - Monet’s Garden (2010)

SP 4/1 8/11F 15/8F 13/8F 11/10F 11/2 6/5F 4/11F 11/10F 2/1F 14/1

YEAR WINNER SP 2004 Hand Inn Hand 15/2 2003 Tiutchev 15/8F 2002 Tresor de Mai 9/2 2001 Tiutchev 11/8 2000 Rockforce 2/1F 1999 Teeton Mill 6/4F 1998 One Man 7/4 1997 Strong Promise 10/1 1996 Sound Man 1/2F 1995 Martha’s Son EvsF * run at Lingfield Park

R AC E 5 3.38PM T H E B E T FA I R A S C O T STEEPLE CHASE ( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R A D E 1 ) ( G B B R AC E )

RACE FINISH

RACE START

Two miles about five furlongs (2m 5f 8yds) (4,200 metres) for five yrs old and upwards Total race value £150000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £65370; Second £26835; Third £13425; Fourth £6705; Fifth £3360; Sixth £1680. (Penalty Value £85425) A See page 78 for conditions of this race.

Betfair will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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DA S H E L D R A S H E R ( G B ) ( 2 7 )

B g Passing Glance - So Long (Nomadic Way (USA)) Owner: Mrs B Tully and Mr R Lock Weight: 11 7 Horse Age: 9 Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW star, RED Breeder: Mrs C. C. Scott sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers Form: 111-312 CD BF

Jockey Rex Dingle

HHH Has form figures of 11113 at Ascot, most recently third to Lostintranslation in November on going that was much faster than ideal (best on soft/heavy); took advantage of a handy hurdles mark at Newbury in December, then nearly beat Two For Gold (who received 6lb) in valuable event at Lingfield on the return to fences; won this race 12 months ago and commands respect with the forecast ground more suitable than on last course start.

Official BHA Rating 159

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FA K I R D ’ O U D A I R I E S ( F R ) ( 2 7 )

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Niagaria du Bois (FR) (Grand Tresor (FR)) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Weight: 11 7 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW Breeder: Comte Michel de Gigou hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: 21-3142 D

Mark Walsh

HHHH Justified favouritism in Grade 2 at Clonmel (2m4f, soft) in November; subsequently not disgraced in two Grade 1 events won by Allaho, though was let down by jumping to some extent (spoiled chance with a terrible mistake at the first fence on latest occasion); has a record of 142221 on British soil, most recently bagging Grade 1 honours at Aintree (2m4f) last April; error-free round is not guaranteed but otherwise holds leading claims.

Official BHA Rating 164

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FA N I O N D ’ E S T R U VA L ( F R ) ( 2 8 )

B g Enrique - Urfe d’Estruval (FR) (Martaline) Owner: Mr David Wilson Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Marie-Francoise Le Gentil Sponsor: Faucets Limited

Charlie Deutsch

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 7 Colours: RED, GREY cross belts and sleeves.

Form: 445-412

HHHHH Has shown smart handicap form (off top weight) the last twice, winning readily at Newbury (2m4f, good to soft) then clear second over this C&D (soft) in a race that Cyrname (2019) and Dashel Drasher (2021) won before following up in this contest; better than ever and could well improve further; stable continues in great form, including big-race winners the last two Saturdays; bang there on ratings; strong credentials.

Official BHA Rating 162

4 L O S T I N T R A N S L AT I O N ( I R E ) ( 5 5 )

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Falika (FR) (Hero’s Honor (USA)) Owner: Taylor & O’Dwyer Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces.

Breeder: Mr A. R. M. M. Kavanagh Form: 3P5P-15 CD Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Brendan Powell

HHH Had a dismal 2020-21 campaign and was nowhere near best in the King George (third attempt at that race) eight weeks ago, so has shown no consistency in recent times; however, he’s smart on his day and displayed some of his old spark in Grade 2 over C&D (good) in November, winning by 4l; acts on soft; by no means a reliable proposition at present but has a good chance if turning up in top form.

Official BHA Rating 157

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MISTER FISHER (IRE) (35)

B g Jeremy (USA) - That’s Amazing (IRE) (Marignan (USA)) Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Colours: WHITE, RED braces, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: Joe Kenny and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star.

Sponsor: Potter Group Form: 1PU2-P1 D

HHH Jumping went to pieces a couple of times last term, so wouldn’t want a repeat of that; tough task in the King George on reappearance; solid Grade 2 performer and justified favouritism returned to that level at Kempton (2m4f, soft) five weeks ago, beating Eldorado Allen who franked the form in the Denman Chase last Saturday; Grade 1 form figures read 84PUP but he’s better than that record suggests; capable of a big run, judged on ratings.

Official BHA Rating 160

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James Bowen

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S A I N T C A LVA D O S ( F R ) ( 5 5 )

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Lamorrese (FR) (Pistolet Bleu (IRE)) Owner: Kate & Andrew Brooks Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED braces, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Mr Jeremy Buez RED armlets, LIGHT BLUE and RED quartered cap.

Sponsor: Morson Group Form: 422/4U-3

Harry Cobden

HHHH Smart chaser at up to 2m4f when with Harry Whittington, notably close second in the 2020 Ryanair on soft ground; campaigned over 3m in three runs since, latest in the King George where he shaped well before eventually running out of steam on stable/seasonal debut; interesting back down in distance with reappearance under his belt, as he possesses plenty of ability and remains unexposed at this sort of trip.

Official BHA Rating 162

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T WO FOR GOLD (IRE) (27)

B g Gold Well - Two of Each (IRE) (Shernazar) Owner: May We Never Be Found Out Partnership 2 Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Breeder: Neil R. Tector Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

David Bass

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 7 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED hoop, halved sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 313U-11 D

HH Two from two this season, winning handicap at Doncaster (3m, good to soft) and valuable contest at Lingfield (2m6f, heavy); battled well to beat Dashel Drasher narrowly last time but is now 6lb worse off with that rival and faces an all round stiffer assignment at this level; on the plus side he’s now 6-12 over fences, 3-5 in cheekpieces and has been largely progressive; therefore may rate higher still.

Official BHA Rating 154

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WA I T I N G PAT I E N T LY ( I R E ) ( 9 1 )

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Rossavon (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: Mr Richard Collins Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Vincent Finn chevron, PINK cap.

Sponsor: Collins (Seafoods) Ltd, NAF Form: 3/3/23P-P CD

Jack Tudor

HH Lightly raced; capable of smart form when with Ruth Jefferson, notably a success in this race in 2018 (well-held second to Cyrname the following year) and a silver medal in the 2020 King George; pulled up in last two appearances, latest in the Betfair Chase three months ago on debut for Christian Williams; big player on his peak figures but needs to show he retains ability; could well be on the wane aged 11.

Official BHA Rating 160 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.

Stewards Note: WAITING PATIENTLY: Following its run on 20/11/2021 it was reported that the horse made a mistake and hung right.

2021: DASHEL DRASHER 8 11 7 Matt Griffiths 4-1 (Jeremy Scott) 5 ran

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ASCOT RACECOURSE SUPPORTS “AUTISM IN RACING” Today, Ascot Racecourse is delighted to play host to “Autism in Racing” who have brought a sensory unit onto site for a focus group of families with autistic children to experience. This forms part of the wider “Autism in Racing” pilot which has been a feature on racecourses in recent months.

With thanks to funding from the Racing Foundation and Sir Peter O’Sullevan Charitable Trust, Autism in Racing seeks to raise awareness of autism, educate racing’s workforce and customers about autism and create autism-friendly sensory spaces on racecourses. Autism in Racing is a further example of the sport’s desire to promote equality, diversity and inclusion at all levels.

The initiative was founded by horse racing broadcaster and commentator Bobby Beevers whose personal experience with autism led him to question how the power of racing could be utilised to raise awareness and ultimately support anybody with autism.

Under the banner of Racing Together, the sport’s community engagement collective, a collaborative support group was assembled to create and implement various roles to support Autism in Racing. The group is represented by the British Horseracing Authority, Racecourse Association, Diversity in Racing Steering Group and members of the racing media. It also includes cross-sport expertise from Arsenal Football Club, a recognised leader in this field within the football community.

Tim Musgrove’s family took part in the first Autism in Racing pilot event at Doncaster – he tells us about their experience.

“We are a family of four; my wife and I, and we have two children (William, 9 and Isabelle, 5). Both of our children are autistic. William attends a specialist school and Isabelle attends a mainstream school.

“Both William and Isabelle are semi-verbal and both are “under sensitive”, this means that (unlike the stereotypical view of autistic children), they seek out sensory stimulation, they enjoy thrill rides, busy places and noise but can get overwhelmed by these things, too.

The barriers facing children with Autism attending racing “A few years ago, we went to Cartmel Racecourse as a family for the day. This was a difficult trip, as at the time there were no initiatives like Autism in Racing in existence to cater for autism. Although William had some issues on the day he had fun.

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Ever since then he has spent a lot of time looking back at the photos and telling me that he was at the horse races. This is obviously a very key memory for him, and we have been very keen to take him back, but until this trial came along we had no way of being able to manage a trip. We first learned of the initiative on seeing Bobby on the ITV Racing Opening Show chatting with Oli Bell and the team. I set about looking into it in more detail to see how the initiative would work and if it would help us overcome the barriers which have been stopping us accessing racing as a family.

The raceday “On getting to the racecourse we were a little nervous as we had to navigate our way to the Autism in Racing unit, however, on finding the team, from that point on the day was absolutely perfect.

“We had the sensory area, which Isabelle in particular loved, with the various games she could play. The icing on the cake, and possibly the key to it being such a success for us, was having access to a quiet area. Having this quiet area close to the main stand allowed us a base to retreat to in between the races. This allowed the children to balance their sensory needs well and gave us a safe and quiet area in the moments they were struggling and beginning to get overwhelmed. This really is the key in our experience of a successful day out.

“We simply would not have been able to attend without this initiative, it allowed my children to access a sport that they love and to get close to these beautiful animals and feel the sensory vibrations of them running, hearing the noise of their feet, seeing all the colours and smelling the smells. Everything that most people take for granted at the live event that you simply can’t get watching on TV. The sensory profile of horse racing is unmatched in most other sports and is particularly exciting to many people with autism.

Racing giving back “I believe very passionately that the world can be made more accessible for people with autism with, in most cases, very minor adjustments and a little bit of knowledge training. This incentive could be the driving force.

“My perception of the sport itself has always been that there are many good people involved at most levels; it is great to see that autism is finally falling onto their radar and I truly hope that this can be sustained and grown quickly over the coming months and years.”

In recognition of this initiative, our 4.10pm race has been named the “Ascot Racecourse Supports The Autism In Racing Handicap Hurdle” and the founder, Bobby Beevers, has been invited to present trophies to winning connections.

To find out more about Autism in Racing, visit: www.racingtogether.co.uk/autism-in-racing/ A S C OT R AC E C O U R S E S U P P O RT S 63

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Two miles about seven and a half furlongs (2m 7f 118yds) (4,700 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £17100. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6844; Second £3423; Third £1711; Fourth £856; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £8931.44) See page 78 for conditions of this race.

Autism In Racing 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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SMURPHY ENKI (FR) (28)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Creme Veloutee (IRE) (Law Society (USA)) Owner: Miss Jane Goddard Weight: 11 12 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: BLACK, GREY cross belts, Breeder: E. Rouchvarger & C. Rouchvarger YELLOW sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 1P1-020

Jockey Joe Anderson (7)

HH Won two novice hurdles at Plumpton last term, latterly over 2m4f and he’s never been beyond that except in points; creditable second at Fontwell (soft) is easily the best of his three runs this season and that was over 2m1f, so others have a lot less to prove in this stamina test.

Official BHA Rating 125

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W YNN HOUSE (GB) (70)

Ch m Presenting - Glorious Twelfth (IRE) (Old Vic) Owner: Mr Rupert Anton Weight: 11 11 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes (quartered), hooped sleeves.

Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd Form: 1442-14

Tom Cannon

HHH Delivered late to win at Wincanton (2m5f, good) in November on reappearance; creditable fourth in another useful mares’ handicap at Cheltenham (2m4f, good to soft) in December and she now looks well worth this step back up in trip; ran creditably (last term) sole start on soft; considered.

Official BHA Rating 124

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B O B O M AC ( I R E ) ( 4 0)

Gr g Whitmore’s Conn (USA) - Blazing Love (IRE) (Fruits of Love (USA)) Owner: C & M Baker, K Ibberson, H Pearman Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 9 Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK Breeder: Michael G. Daly seams, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd Form: 63-02U5

Isabel Williams (5)

HHH 11yo who hasn’t found his top form this season and reverts to hurdling for first time since January 2019; usually wears cheekpieces but now tries blinkers; suited by 3m in the mud and he’s so far down the weights that he cannot comfortably be left out of calculations.

Official BHA Rating 122

4 G U E R L A I N D E VA U X ( F R ) ( 3 7 )

B g Tiger Groom - Que du Charmil (FR) (Grand Seigneur (FR)) Owner: Million in Mind Partnership Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 8 Trainer: Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED diabolo, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Mr Didier Desrayaud EMERALD GREEN diamonds, WHITE cap, RED diamond.

Sponsor: Goffs UK Ltd Form: 511

Jonathan Burke

HHHH Made debut in November; won at Market Rasen (2m4f, soft) on hurdling debut and kept on relentlessly to get up close home in another novice hurdle at Catterick (3m1f, good to soft) next time; promising stayer, one to consider seriously on this handicap debut.

Official BHA Rating 121

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SIROBBIE (IRE) (19)

Br g Arakan (USA) - Presentbreeze (IRE) (Presenting) Owner: Mr Richard J. Gurr Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, RED Breeder: Michael. C. Griffin sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap.

Sponsor: Tote Form: 0-303P2

HHH None too consistent over the last year but he’s a proven stayer who has been placed on three of his five outings for new yard, including on soft; respected as each-way candidate.

Official BHA Rating 120

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B g Archipenko (USA) - Rowlestone Express (Rail Link) Owner: Three Pears Racing Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE chevron, Breeder: G. E. Amey BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd Form: 0/F-6121 D

Cillin Leonard (5)

HHHH Fair soft-ground Flat winner who’s now translated that form to hurdles, winning at Ludlow (3m, good) and Catterick (3m1f, good to soft) on two of his three starts for new yard; raised another 10lb but he drew well clear on the run-in last time and could have more to offer.

Official BHA Rating 120

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GROSVENOR COURT (GB) (24)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Hurricane Milly (IRE) (Milan) Owner: Farrell, Gallagher, Gressier & Murray Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 6 Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PINK Cross of Lorraine, Breeder: John J. Murray & Niall Farrell chevrons on sleeves, quartered cap.

Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd Form: 24-3123 BF

Tom Bellamy

HHH Four novice hurdles this season, on the up at Wincanton (2m5f, good) in the autumn before a lesser show there (2m4f, good to soft) when 6-5 favourite late last month; with stamina in the family, this step up in trip for handicap debut has to be very interesting.

Official BHA Rating 119

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IMPHAL (GB) (30)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Navajo Rainbow (Rainbow Quest (USA)) Owner: Mr Ashley Carr Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 4 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Colours: DARK GREEN and ORANGE Breeder: Mr G. S. Bishop (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd Form: 111321 D

Niall Houlihan (3)

HHH Formerly quite useful on Flat and he’s now come into his own over hurdles, winning four of last six starts, including latest; found only a handicap blot too strong when second of 16 over C&D (good to soft) on penultimate start, despite suffering significant early interference; lots to like but ground worse than good to soft would seemingly be a big worry.

Official BHA Rating 117

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BEAN IN TROUBLE (GB) (17)

Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Bouncing Bean (M’Bebe) Owner: The Piranha Partnership Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Mrs Margaret J. Wilson Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Kevin Brogan (3)

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 4 Colours: BLACK, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW star.

Form: 423124 D BF

HHH Solid record this season includes Wetherby win and Warwick second (3m2f, heavy) but he may now find that one or two are better handicapped.

Official BHA Rating 117

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Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) Owner: Burnham P & D Ltd Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 4 Trainer: John Flint, Bridgend Colours: DARK BLUE and RED (halved), Breeder: Dayton Investments Ltd DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd Form: 2141-55

James Best

HHH Has done well over 3m2f+, most notably over fences but not this season and his jumping held him back last time; that sees him back over hurdles today for first time since 2019, with first-time blinkers replacing usual cheekpieces; 10lb lower than for latest chase start and it’s not hard to make a case for him.

Official BHA Rating 117

11 GLENCASSLEY (IRE) (39)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Reseda (GER) (Lavirco (GER)) Owner: Mr Grant Leon Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: S. J. Murphy Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc

Paul O’Brien

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 3 Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED cap, LIGHT BLUE diamond.

Form: 6-11563

HHH Bumper win was his last start on soft; weakened when below form over C&D (Imphal second) in December following wind surgery; that’s his only appearance over this sort of trip but there was plenty of the stayer about his performance when good third at Doncaster (2m3f, good to soft) on latest; not totally dismissed.

Official BHA Rating 116

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Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay (Pivotal) Owner: Mr Mark Rimell Trainer: Mark Rimell, Witney Breeder: Mrs M. R. T. Rimell

James Davies

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 13 Colours: BLACK and RED stripes, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.

Form: 515-210

HHHHH Lightly raced for his age; led final strides when upped to 3m1f at Warwick in May and presumably needed the race in December on his only start since; needs to resume his improvement but goes well on soft and does not look fully exposed as a stayer.

Official BHA Rating 112

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6 1 3 ATA K A N ( F R ) ( 3 1 )

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Accusation (IRE) (Barathea (IRE)) Owner: The Reserve Tankers Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 8 Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, Breeder: S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel ROYAL BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form: 5402

Brendan Powell

HHHH Made his debut in October; grabbing second of eight on handicap debut at Plumpton (3m1f, good to soft; 2lb higher today) last time showed he stays well and he has something still to learn, so he may well be a player with further improvement likely.

Official BHA Rating 107

1 4 G RA N D LO R D ( F R ) ( 2 2 )

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Toscane des Fleurs (FR) (Truth Or Dare) Owner: The Garratt Family Weight: 10 7 Horse Age: 6 Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Mr Herve Spezza & Mme Marynege Spezza diamond and sleeves.

Sponsor: Science Supplements Form: 3-23r23 BF

Ciaran Gethings

HH Running out early three starts back looked more unlucky than untoward; resumed his creditable placed form for both outings since (2m4f) but something extra is required for him to win this; upped in trip.

Official BHA Rating 106

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B g Noroit (GER) - Sangha River (FR) (Mansonnien (FR)) Owner: Sir Thomas Pilkington Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 5 Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Colours: RED, GREEN cap and striped Breeder: Andre Jean Quesny sleeves.

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd Form: 13-02FP

Harry Cobden

HH Went close at Chepstow (2m7f, good to soft; 1lb higher today) in November; early faller on chase debut next time and ran poorly on heavy ground latest, given wind surgery soon afterwards; also beaten long way on all three starts on soft; visor (absent on last two outings) returns.

Official BHA Rating 104 Blinkers worn first time by No. 3, 10. Visor worn by No. 15. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 14. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 15.

Stewards Note: GROSVENOR COURT: Following its run on 26/1/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

BEAN IN TROUBLE: Following its run on 2/2/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

2021: J’AI FROID (IRE) 8 11 8 Max Kendrick 9-2 (L J Morgan) 15 ran

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11-2 Art of Diplomacy (GB), 6-1 Imphal (GB), 8-1 Grosvenor Court (GB), 9-1 Sirobbie (IRE), Bean In Trouble (GB), Glencassley (IRE), 11-1 Smurphy Enki (FR), Wynn House (GB), Guerlain de Vaux (FR), Grand Lord (FR), 12-1 Guillemot (FR), 14-1 Atakan (FR), 25-1 Bobo Mac (IRE), Amateur (IRE), 33-1 I’m A Starman (GB)

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COMING UP AT ASCOT SPRING FAMILY RACEDAY S U N D AY 2 7 T H M A R C H 2 0 2 2 Our first dedicated family day of 2022 is the perfect Mother’s Day treat, offering the opportunity to spend an action-packed afternoon of Jumps racing and familyfriendly activities in the company of your nearest and dearest.

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R AC E 7 4.45PM THE BRITISH EBF MARES’ O P E N N AT I O N A L H U N T F L AT R AC E ( C L A S S 4 ) ( C AT E G O R Y 1 E L I M I N AT I O N ) ( G B B R AC E )

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RACE START

About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares Total race value £5000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723) See page 0 for conditions of this race.

EBF 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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ROC OF DUNDEE (IRE) (35)

B m Shirocco (GER) - Miss Dundee (IRE) (Bob Back (USA)) Owner: Miss C. McCracken Weight: 11 4 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE seams, Breeder: Mrs Kathleen Wickham sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Form: 321 D

Jockey Peter Kavanagh (7)

HHHH Placed in two Irish points; given a good ride to win steadily run race at Wetherby (2m, soft) on rules debut and may be a touch flattered by the bare form; however, she’s open to further progress and Peter Kavanagh’s claim more than offsets a 4lb penalty.

Official BHA Rating -

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HOUI CHERIE (FR) (280)

Gr m Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Joslaine (FR) (Beyssac (FR)) Owner: B B Racing Club Weight: 11 0 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE star, PURPLE and Breeder: Gilles Chaignon & Jean-Victor Chaignon YELLOW diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star.

Sponsor: Faucets Limited Form: 6

Charlie Deutsch

HHH Well-held sixth at Bangor (soft) last May on sole start for Ed de Giles; has poor claims on that effort but improvement looks possible on debut for in-form Venetia Williams; market support should be heeded.

Official BHA Rating -

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K R AQ U E L I N E ( F R ) ( 1 0 6 )

Gr m Martaline - Free Sky (FR) (Ungaro (GER)) Owner: West Coast Haulage Limited Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne Breeder: Mr J. Deshayes & Mrs M. Deshayes Sponsor: Horseracing.Net

Jonathan Burke

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Colours: YELLOW, RED diamond, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 4

HHH Absent since her encouraging debut in big field at Warwick (2m, good; stayed on for fourth) in November; may prove suited by this stiffer track and softer conditions; possibilities.

Official BHA Rating -

4 M A R I N E JAG ( F R ) ( 6 8 )

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Soif d’Aimer (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR)) Owner: Mrs L.Bowtell & Mr P.Bowtell Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Nick Gifford, Findon Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE triple diamond and Breeder: Mr Herve Tibeuf sleeves, PURPLE and LIGHT BLUE quartered cap.

Sponsor: Avtrade Limited Form: 4

James Davies

HH Showed signs of ability at Plumpton (2m1f, good to soft) almost ten weeks ago, finishing fourth; may improve with that experience under her belt but stable is still fruitless (0-10) in bumpers this term.

Official BHA Rating -

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M I S S E D VAC AT I O N ( I R E ) ( 5 0 )

B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Liss Na Piseoga (IRE) (Presenting) Owner: Alan & Andrew Turner Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE star, DARK BLUE Breeder: C. O’Brennan sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd Form: 2

HHHHH Promising second at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) on New Year’s Eve, faring best of the newcomers; the winner gives that form a solid look; now partnered by in-form Caoilin Quinn, who claims a valuable 7lb and whose last two rides have won; respected.

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Caoilin Quinn (7)

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PRESENTING A QUEEN (GB) (118)

Br m Presenting - Queens Regatta (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Bruce Mactaggart spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots.

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 2

Tom Cannon

HHHH Evidently held in some esteem as she started 11-10 favourite for an Irish point in October; failed to collect but showed some promise behind a subsequent bumper scorer and should progress; has a useful pedigree and looks interesting on rules debut.

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B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Belle De Londres (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Geoff Nicholas, Susan & John Waterworth Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 2 Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: DARK BLUE, two SILVER Breeder: Goldford Stud hoops, SILVER sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form:

Brendan Powell

HHH £80,000 3yo; dam placed in bumper, sister to 2m chase winner King’s Reste, half-sister to smart 2m-2m5f hurdle/ chase winner J’y Vole; yard is only 1-16 in bumpers this season; sole newcomer in the field; market instructive.

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Ch f Norse Dancer (IRE) - Kylenoe Fairy (IRE) (Anshan) Owner: Mr Ed Hawkings Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 2 Trainer: Paul Henderson, Whitsbury Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW Cross Breeder: Bramdean Breeders Partnership of Lorraine, YELLOW cap.

Sponsor: Specialist Audio Company Form: 46

Harry Cobden

HHH Has shown some ability at Newbury (50-1 fourth) and Taunton (16-1 sixth); needs to improve but that looks possible with Harry Cobden booked; the rider is 1-1 (recent 14-1 winner) for this stable.

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Stewards Note: MISSED VACATION: Following its run on 31/12/2021 it was reported that the horse ran green.

2021: CODE NAME LISE (IRE) 5 11 2 Richard Johnson 3-1 (Lucy Wadham) 8 ran

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6-5 Roc of Dundee (IRE), 4-1 Missed Vacation (IRE), 13-2 Kraqueline (FR), 10-1 Kylenoe Dancer (GB), 11-1 Houi Cherie (FR), Presenting A Queen (GB), 12-1 Ilovethenightlife (GB), 25-1 Marine Jag (FR)

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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TODAY’S OFFICIALS A S C OT A U T H O R I T Y (HOLDINGS) L I M I T E D B OA R D

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S T E WA R D S

Doctors Peter Johnson Ramy Saker John Heathcock Guy Mitchell Mark Gorvin Commentator Ian Bartlett Betting Ring Manager Andrew Boardley Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers Darren Stone Vince McKevitt Stuart Shilston Lisa Cook Georgina Crabb

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. (Chairman and Her Majesty’s Representative) Lady Celina Carter Guy Davison Guy Henderson Ian McGregor CVO Harry Morley Nick Smith Alastair Warwick Jonathan Parker Richard Westropp (Chief Steward) Lucinda Cavendish (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Ben Ford Polly Greco Helen Kinsella Chris Rutter

OFFICIALS

Starters Robert Supple Kieran O’Shea Clerk of the Scales Paul Champion Judge David Hicks

Felicity Barnard Guy Henderson (Chief Executive Officer) Ian McGregor CVO Jonathan Parker Nick Smith Alastair Warwick

A S C OT R AC E C O U R S E BETTING & GAMING L I M I T E D B OA R D Felicity Barnard Guy Henderson (Executive Chairman) Alastair Warwick (Managing Director) Ian McGregor CVO Nigel Payne Nick Smith

Veterinary Officer Naomi Mellor Veterinary Surgeons Simon Knapp, LVO, BVetMed, BSc, MRCVS, Clive Hamblin, BVetMed, MRCVS, Bobby McEwen, BVSc, MRCVS Jamie Knapp, BVSc, MRCVS Mark Gorvin, BVSc, MRCVS Director of Racing and Public Affairs Nick Smith Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course Chris Stickels

RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.15 - THE JOIN KIM BAILEY RACING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (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 novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 14th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 5lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 8lb.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £125. - Closed February 14th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310.

(Penalty Value £13007.50) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.50 - THE BATEAUX LONDON REYNOLDSTOWN NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £29614 to the winning horse The second to receive £11112, the third £5564, the fourth £2771, the fifth £1393 and the sixth £696. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 14th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Weights: 5-y-o 10st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap steeple chase 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age steeple chase 5lb. SODEXO has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SODEXO. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 8 entries at £200. - Closed February 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £22662; Second £9303; Third £4654; Fourth £2324; Fifth £1165; Sixth £582. (Penalty Value £29614) A SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

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Third Race 2.25 - THE GreatBritishStallionShowcase.co.uk SWINLEY CHASE (A LIMITED HANDICAP)(CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £48407 to the winning horse The second to receive £18164, the third £9095, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2278 and the sixth £1139. for five yrs old and upwards. £425 stake if the horse is rated 140 or higher, or £85 stake if the horse is rated 139 or lower with £340 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Lowest weight 10st 4lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, a winner of a steeple chase 5lb No penalty to increase Horse’s weight above 11st 10lb. BETFAIR will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £200 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 Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 16 entries, 3 at £85 and 13 at £425. - Closed February 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £37043; Second £15207; Third £7608; Fourth £3800; Fifth £1904; Sixth £952. (Penalty Value £48407.50) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.00 - THE DINGLEY’S PROMISE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745. for four yrs old and upwards. £250 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 6lb. ASCOT will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a £200 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile 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 25 entries, 3 at £50 and 22 at £250. - Closed February 14th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620.

(Penalty Value £26015) SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.38 - THE BETFAIR ASCOT STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £85425 to the winning horse The second to receive £32055, the third £16050, the fourth £7995, the fifth £4020 and the sixth £2010. for five yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £150 stake, Confirm by noon, February 14th and pay £600, Supplementary Entry by noon, February 14th and pay £5000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th.

Weights: 5-y-o 11st 3lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 7lb Mares allowed 7lb. BETFAIR has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFAIR. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Horses will be paraded in the order requested by the Managing Executive on the day 16 entries, 8 at £150, 8 at £750. Closed January 25th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £65370; Second £26835; Third £13425; Fourth £6705; Fifth £3360; Sixth £1680. (Penalty Value £85425) A SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.10 - THE ASCOT RACECOURSE SUPPORTS THE AUTISM IN RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Final) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8931 to the winning horse The second to receive £4114, the third £2056, the fourth £1029, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. ASCOT will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYERS HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Three Miles About Half A Furlong (3m 58yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 29 entries, at £80. - Closed February 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6844; Second £3423; Third £1711; Fourth £856; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £8931.44) SEE PAGE 66 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.45 - THE BRITISH EBF MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 14th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb Of 3 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. ASCOT will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 16 entries at £25. - Closed February 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723) SEE PAGE 74 FOR THIS RACE.

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