Ascot Racecard - Saturday 4th November

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CHAIRMAN’S WELCOME Welcome to our first Jumps meeting of the 2023/24 season, the Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday.

This is always an exciting day with competitive jumping action on the track followed by one of the region’s largest fireworks displays which we host in association with the Ascot Round Table.

We are delighted to be offering more than £300,000 in prize money across the card to kickstart the new season. In total at our eight racedays in 2023/24 there will be £2.3 million available and we look forward to some high-class action throughout the winter.

Today, the Sodexo Live! Gold Cup is the feature race which has a strong roll of honour and often produces a Grand National contender, including last year’s winner Our Power who went on to win again at Kempton before running at Aintree. Gary Moore is the leading trainer in the history of the race having saddled three winners in the last seven renewals so it will be worth keeping an eye on his runners Larry, who won the race in 2021, and Zhiguli.

Our grateful thanks go to all of our sponsors for their support including Grundon Waste Management, Ascot Underwriting, GL events, Byrne Group, Seat Unique, Sodexo Live! and Molton Brown.

Away from the track we have fairground rides and a UV disco to enjoy throughout the day before we end in spectacular fashion with a pyro-musical show featuring over 20,000 fireworks from the centre of the racecourse.

It was fantastic to see Champion Flat Jockey William Buick appointed as an ambassador for Autism in Racing recently and as part of our family offering today, we have the Autism in Racing sensory space available again with 30 pre-booked families set to make use of the facility.

We hope you enjoy all that is on offer and look forward to welcoming you back for our next fixture at the end of the month, the November Racing Weekend.

Yours sincerely,

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman

WELCOME

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Your guide to refreshments at Ascot

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O F F T H E T R AC K Your guide to today’s activities away from the track

C O M I N G U P AT A S C OT Your guide to upcoming events at Ascot

GENERAL INFORMATION

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R AC I N G PAG E S Your guide to all of today’s races

PAG E S 1 6 - 1 8

PAG E S 4 0 - 4 2

1st Race 12.55pm The Grundon Waste Management Conditional Jockeys’ Novices’ Handicap Hurdle

5th Race 3.15pm The Seat Unique Handicap Hurdle

Our opener is a handicap hurdle for novice three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. Today’s trip is just over two miles and three 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 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.

PAG E S 2 0 - 2 2

2nd Race 1.30pm The Ascot Underwriting Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase

This is a two mile and three furlong handicap steeple chase for novice four-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 these handicaps very competitive races.

PAG E S 2 6 - 2 8

3rd Race 2.05pm The Byrne Group Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap)

The first of our premier handicap steeple chases, this specific race is for four-year-olds and upwards to be run over an extended two miles. Like our previous races, this race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part.

This is a two mile handicap hurdle for four-year-olds and upwards. This contest is similar to our previous race however it is for seasoned handicappers as opposed to novices’. Horses are allocated a weight dependant on their ratings.

PAG E S 4 4 - 4 6

6th Race 3.45pm The Sodexo Live! Gold Cup Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap)

The second of our premier handicap steeple chases, this specific race is for four-year-olds and upwards to be run just under three miles. Our feature race of the day also has no rating restriction and has attracted a field of 13 runners. If any one of them had won a race after the 28th October they would be required to carry a penalty however none have and as such all will be carrying a weight dependant on their rating.

PAG E S 4 8 - 5 0

7th Race 4.15pm The Molton Brown Open National Hunt Flat 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 debutants 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 or in hurdle races or steeple chases (except for point-to-points), they are unable to enter. This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four & five and will be run over two miles.

PAG E S 3 4 - 3 6

4th Race 2.40pm The GL events Novices’ Hurdle

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 two-mile and half a furlong novices’ hurdle is for horses aged four and upwards.

CONTENTS

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TO CAR PARK 1

PRE-PARADE RI NG

CAR PARK 2

K EY TO SY M B O L S Entry Point

Creepy Crawlies

Cash Machine

Arts & Crafts

Cloakroom & Left Luggage

Slime Workshop

Grandstand Entrances

Fairground Rides

First Aid Point

Picnic Areas

Toilets and Baby Changing

Sunflower Lawn

Parent & Baby Room Ascot Shop LK Bennett Boutique Taxi Drop Off Point 4

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

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NEW MILE & CAR PARK 10 FIREWORKS FIREWORKS EAST EAST ENTRANCE ENTRANCE

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CAR PARK 3

Wristbands Cinema (From 16.20) Face Painting Colts & Fillies Soft Play Balloon Modellers

UV Disco

11:00 – 11:30 15:20 – 15:50 11:45 – 12:15 16:05 – 16:35 13:00 – 13:30 17:00 – 17:30 14:10 – 14:40

Lost Child/Person Free wristbands are available from all entrances for children and vulnerable racegoers to aid with a lost child/person.

If this situation does arise, racegoers are encouraged to contact the nearest steward who will assist.

Over 18 Wristbands Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for the purchase of alcohol or betting. Racegoers over 18 can collect an 18+ wristband from any entrance or the information desk on the Grandstand Concourse with photographic proof of age.

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WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK King Edward VII Enclosure

Please note that the following outlets are located on Level 4 and are exclusively available to King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers.

Casual Dining HORSEWALK INN

Bars V

Choose from the Ascot Burger with bacon and smoked applewood cheese, classic battered haddock, bangers and mash or tasty mac n cheese topped with pancetta. Plant-based variations available.

FRANKEL BAR

Named after Frankel, who won five times at Ascot and was unbeaten in his fourteen-race career, this bar serves a selection of Champagne, wine, beer and spirits with alcoholic-free options also on offer.

*Children’s portions £5

On The Go

LAVAZZA ON 4 V

BIT AND BRIDLE COCKTAIL BAR

Serving coffees presented by Lavazza, assorted teas and gourmet hot chocolate alongside soup, a range of sandwiches and cakes.

Select from a delightful range of warming winter cocktails specially developed for the Jumps season here at Ascot. Alcohol-free options available.

Dairy Free DF Free from Gluten FG Plant-based PB Vegetarian 6 W H E R E T O E AT A N D D R I N K PB

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WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK Queen Anne Enclosure

King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure.

On The Go MRS B’S KITCHEN

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Choose from boneless chicken bites or vegetarian cauliflower wings served with homemade slaw, crispy straw potato and your choice of delicious sauces.

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LAVAZZA TIERRA

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Serving coffees by Lavazza, teas and gourmet hot chocolate alongside soup, sandwiches and cake from its location on the Grandstand Concourse.

For The Kids

There are plenty of treats for the little ones throughout the Queen Anne Enclosure. Head to the Bandstand Lawn for burritos, burgers, mac n cheese and fish and chips or the Pavilion Lawn for kebabs, pizzas and loaded fries. For something sweet there is the pic & mix stall or tasty churros where, in addition to this Spanish treat, you can also find candyfloss and hot chocolate available ahead of the fireworks display. *Children’s portions are for under 12s and are available from selected outlets across the racecourse at £5.

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

RACE 1

At Grundon we know that businesses want to operate more sustainably. In order to do that, waste needs to be collected and treated in a responsible manner, focusing on reducing or reusing materials, as well as improving recycling rates. We believe that every business can become more sustainable, which is why as the UK’s largest family-owned waste management provider we expertly guide thousands of businesses across all sectors of industry to reduce the environmental and financial impacts of their waste.

If you would like to speak to a member of our expert team simply email sales@grundon.com or visit www.grundon.com for more information.

RACE 2

Ascot Underwriting is a Lloyd’s of London syndicate and a leading global specialty insurance underwriter. With a reputation for excellence, we offer our clients the expertise and security of a large insurer while maintaining a personal approach to their risks, delivering solutions where others fall short. ascotgroup.com

RACE 3

Byrne Group specialises in demolition, concrete sub & superstructure packages, high quality new build, refurbishment, and fit out, with our teams from Byrne Bros. and Ellmers, working together from bases across the UK. For over 50 years, Byrne Bros. has been leading the way in RC Structures throughout the UK. Established in 1875, Ellmer carry out high quality new build, refurbishment and fit-out contracts within the commercial, hotel, leisure & hospitality, light industrial, residential and retail sectors.

The O’Keefe Group are extremely proud to have over 50 years’ experience in the industry, growing to become an integrated engineering business recognised as an expert in its fields.

RACE 4

GL events has over a century’s heritage in UK events and expertly delivers elegant structures and temporary seating for all occasions and events.

Our extensive range of infrastructure exceeds client expectations, from luxurious party venues, fine dining and hospitality suites to dynamic sporting event facilities and exhibition and retail spaces.

RACE 5

Seat Unique is a trusted online marketplace where fans can buy official hospitality packages and VIP tickets to live sports, music and cultural events. We work with clubs, venues and rightsholders directly, to help fans access hospitality experiences anytime and anywhere, through our 24/7 online service. Seat Unique has been named as an accredited hospitality provider for Royal Ascot 2024.

RACE 6

Sodexo Live! supports some of the UK and Ireland’s most iconic music, cultural and sporting events, plus conference centres, by delivering world class hospitality and food services. We help deliver globally recognised live events with a proven track record of creating exceptional moments that bring people together. We create exceptional moments and lasting memories for guests every time they visit the venues we serve. uk.sodexo.com/industry/sodexo-live.html

RACE 7

As your ultimate Christmas gifting destination for over 50 years, we know a thing or two about the ingredients that go into the perfect present. This year, we’ve conjured up a simply marvellous menu of scented celebrations for every taste; choose from eye-catching Stocking Fillers, Festive Limited Editions and distinctive Fragrance sets, most elegantly and consciously wrapped (if we do say so ourselves).

Contact the corporate sales team today on corporate@moltonbrown.com

In addition, Ascot would like to thank all our 2023 race sponsors:

• A Garden For All Seasons • All Seasons Scaffolding • Ascot Underwriting • bet365 • Betfair • Blue Eagle • Byrne Group • Carey Group Plc • Chapel Down • Charbonnel et Walker 8 A S C OT S P O N S O R S

• Coral • DUAL • European Breeders Fund • Fortnum & Mason • GL events • Grundon Waste Management • Inline Policy Ltd • John Guest Racing Ltd • McGee Group • Molton Brown London

• Mrs Anne Cowley • Nirvana Spa • October Club • Property Raceday • Soil Science • Seat Unique • Thames Materials • Tote • Troy Asset Management • Village Hotels • WB Wealth

OFFICIAL PARTNERS, SPONSORS & SUPPLIERS O F F I C I A L PA R T N E R S

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS

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OFF THE TRACK CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT

FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

Inside the Grandstand children can meet a host of creepy crawlies and take part in arts and crafts, while outside on the Lawns there is a slime workshop.

After racing gather trackside to watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the night sky.

The display starts at approximately 6.00pm.

FAIRGROUND RIDES

FIREWORKS FUNHOUSE

Head to the lawns to experience the thrill of the Star Flyer and go bump on the dodgems alongside other fairground rides. All rides are free before 4pm and £1 thereafter with all proceeds donated to local charities.

The perfect place to have some fun with balloon modellers, face painters, soft play and the Colts and Fillies biscuit decorating.

There is also a UV disco at selected times throughout the day and cartoon cinema from 4.20pm. Additional seating and food and drink outlets available.

THE ASCOT SHOP ACTIVITY LANYARD Young racegoers can collect an activity lanyard on arrival for a host of fun, including a fireworks treasure trail around today’s activities to find the mystery word.

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Visit the Ascot Shop, located in the Grandstand close to Entrance B, to browse a stylish range of exclusive collections, on-the-day essentials and perfect gifts and mementoes from your day at Ascot.

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LK BENNETT BOUTIQUE Discover LK Bennett’s Collection and more with styles perfect for festive drinks, winter walks or just because. Forgot your gloves or a flat pair of shoes? Don’t worry – get raceday ready with LK Bennett.

Creepy crawlies Arts & crafts Flying planes Train ride

Cinema

Slime workshop

Face painting

Dodgems

Colts & Fillies

Star flyer

Find us next to the Parade Ring.

Soft play

Sizzler twist Balloon modellers UV disco

MEMBERSHIPS AT ASCOT Visit our Memberships at Ascot team inside the Grandstand Concourse today to discover our exciting stable of Memberships. Join today and enjoy exclusive Member benefits for racedays at Ascot.

Sign up to the FREE Colts and Fillies Club today and collect a welcome pack full of goodies. The Club enables under 18s to experience everything horse racing has to offer with exclusive events, trips, competitions and their own horse in training to follow.

Firework Biscuit Decorating* Colts and Fillies members can have fun decorating and eating some scrumptious firework biscuits, just show your membership badge to take part.

Junior Racecards* These have a child friendly guide to the runners alongside a host of facts, puzzles and activities. Show your badge to claim yours. *limited number available on a first come first served basis

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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 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. Damsire (Grandfather) 9. Birthplace of horse (if not Great Britain) 10. Number of days since last run 11. Form guide 12. Horse’s sponsor details 13. Breeder 14. Trainer(s) 15. Owner(s) 16. Age of horse 17. Owner’s colours (description) 18. Previous performances / = Denotes new season – = Denotes new year B = Brought down F = Fell P = Pulled up U = Unseated rider 19. Form details C = Course winner D = Distance winner CD = Has won a race over the same distance at Ascot before.

C D = 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. 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.

22. 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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OVER FOUR DECADES OF FIREWORK FUNDRAISING

Ascot Round Table is a community organisation of loyal, committed and connected volunteers who come together to support local communities and charities.

The Round Table’s journey with the fireworks event spans over four decades nearly 42 years has passed since it ran its first show to a few hundred people in the field next to Ascot train station. Over the years it has moved from site to site, even jumping into Ascot United Football Club’s fields at one stage. As the number of people attending continued to grow, the charity knew it needed to find a true long-term home. So, in 2008 it excitedly agreed to bring the fireworks event to Ascot Racecourse and hasn’t looked back!

A new location was just one piece of the puzzle and ensuring it put on a spectacular light show was critical. A lot has been learnt over the years, including an awkward moment one year when it let all the fireworks off at once! The turning point was when it partnered with Bracknell locals, Star Fireworks, who completely transformed the display into the award-winning show it is today.

Beyond the excitement, the fireworks event is a key part of the Round Table’s fundraising.

Your ticket is a donation that enables it to support a number of local charities and groups such as Sebastian’s Action Trust, Ascot Drop-in Centre, Sunningdale Scouts, Sunninghill’s food4children and many more.

Fundraising for local charities is the DNA of the Round Table. Its community fundraising encompasses everything from beer festivals, fireworks and Santa sleighs, to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and 10k fun runs.

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Across the country Round Table clubs raise over £4 million a year for local communities and good causes, whilst volunteering more than 160,000 hours. In total, there are over 3,000 members across 300 clubs in the UK with an international network of 30,000 members in 60 countries worldwide Of course, there is no work without play and members regularly get together. Round Table nights can vary with activities such as white-water rafting, hiking, zorbing, crazy golf, learning how to make the perfect sushi or taking a tour of the local brewery. The shared camaraderie brings members together and life-long friendships are formed.

If being a key part of a like-minded group supporting the community excites you, then visit: Ascotroundtable.com and do something different!

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R AC E 1 12.55PM T H E G R U N D O N WA S T E M A N AG E M E N T C O N D I T I O N A L J O C K E Y S’ N OV I C E S’ H A N D I C A P H U R D L E R AC E ( C L A S S 4 ) ( G B B R AC E )

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RACE START

Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 58yds) (3,850 metres) for novice three yrs old and upwards Advertised Total Prize Fund £14650. Owners Prize Money: Winner £5917; Second £2958; Third £1480; Fourth £740; Fifth £369. (Penalty Value £7736.66) A See page 54 for conditions of this race.

Grundon Waste Management 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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IDEM (FR) (45)

B g Rail Link - Reflexion (FR) (Discover d’Auteuil (FR)) Owner: The Boltons and Atholl Duncan Horse Age: 5 Weight: 12 0 Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE diamond, Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin WHITE sleeves, PURPLE cap, WHITE spots.

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd Form: 23/32-11

Conner McCann (8)

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 4-5fav at Kelso over 2m 5f (good) in September, beating Sean Og by 10l.

More needed to defy this opening mark, but he might be up to the task.

Official BHA Rating 120

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ED KEEPER (FR) (224)

B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Charbelle (FR) (Poliglote) Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 12 Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Breeder: Marc Bridoux diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Form: 321-

Shane Quinlan

Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 5-6fav at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (good to soft) in March, beating No But I Will by 1/2l, his first win from three runs. Wearing a tongue-tie for the first time and he must be taken seriously ahead of his reappearance.

Official BHA Rating 118

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YO U N G M E R L I N ( I R E ) ( 3 6 )

B g Camelot - Zelloof (IRE) (Kheleyf (USA)) Owner: Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket Breeder: M. Ryan Sponsor: CLASS1PERSONNEL, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

Liam Harrison

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 11 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, striped sleeves and cap.

Form: 111P

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Pulled up at the last when 17-2 at Worcester over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Ike Sport in September on his latest outing. He drops in class and is no forlorn hope.

Official BHA Rating 117

4 AWAY T H E L A D ( I R E ) ( 2 3 1 )

B g Getaway (GER) - Jennys Joy (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Geri and The Pacemakers Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 9 Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Colours: BROWN, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: Padraig Pierce hooped sleeves.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 65/23P2-

Beau Morgan (3)

Placed in three hurdle races and a NH flat race from seven starts. Beaten 6l by Kansas Du Berlais when second of 7 at 11-8 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 2f (heavy) in March.

A solid performer in maiden/novice company last term; respected.

Official BHA Rating 115

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S A L A DA M ( F R ) ( 2 0 9 )

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Salsadame (FR) (Poliglote) Owner: Mr Adrian Butler Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 9 Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Colours: MAUVE, WHITE hoops, Breeder: Mr R. Corveller & Mrs R. M. Corveller halved sleeves, MAUVE cap.

Sponsor: Motaclan Form: 2/32221-

Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 11-8fav at Market Rasen over 2m 5f (good to soft) in April, beating A Definite Getaway by 1 1/4l, his first win from five starts. A model of consistency last season and he’s unlikely to be far away on this handicap bow.

Official BHA Rating 115

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Dylan Johnston (6)

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E S TA C A S ( G E R ) ( 1 2 0 )

B g Galileo (IRE) - Earthly Paradise (GER) (Dashing Blade) Owner: Constructive Equine Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 5 Trainer: David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof striped sleeves.

Sponsor: Feasibility Limited Form: 52P-122 C

Lilly Pinchin

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on good and soft ground. Beaten 1 1/2l

by Komedy Kicks when second of 3 at 13-8 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Stratford over 2m (good to firm) in June. Others hold more pressing claims.

Official BHA Rating 111

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I M M O R TA L ( F R ) ( 2 6 1 )

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Cagnes Sur Mer (FR) (Irish Wells (FR)) Owner: West Coast Haulage Limited Weight: 11 4 Horse Age: 5 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Colours: YELLOW, RED diamond, Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

Sponsor: Unibet Form: 22-

Freddie Gordon (6)

Placed in two hurdle races from two starts. Beaten 8l by Givega when second of 8 at 10-11fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sandown over 2m (good to soft) in February. Has chased home a smart type on both starts and looks a key player on this handicap bow.

Official BHA Rating 110

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PRINCE IMPERIAL (USA) (24)

B g Frankel - Proportional (Beat Hollow) Owner: The Box 8 Partnership Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Inc Sponsor: Bresbet

Bradley Harris (3)

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 1 Colours: DARK GREEN, RED chevrons, WHITE sleeves and cap.

Form: 2340-33

Placed in four hurdle races from six NH starts. Third of 12 behind Zwicky beaten 2 3/4l at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sedgefield over 2m 4f (good) last month. More than useful on the Flat, but he will need more to come out on top in this sphere.

Official BHA Rating 107

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J O H N W C R E ASY ( I R E ) (1 87)

Ch g Ocovango - African Miss (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: The Honourable Protagonists Syndicate Trainer: Chris Honour, Ashburton Breeder: Frank O’Meara Sponsor: Cotswold Stone Supplies

Finn Lambert

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Colours: RED, WHITE star, WHITE and RED halved sleeves, RED cap, WHITE stars.

Form: 5/4406-5

Unplaced in all six starts. Finished 11l behind Top Speed when fifth of 19 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Down Royal over 2m 1f (yielding) in May. Didn’t show much when trained in Ireland, but he’s worth a market check ahead of his stable debut.

Official BHA Rating 106

1 0 L I PA K ( I R E ) ( 2 6 )

B g Mamool (IRE) - Triennial (IRE) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) Owner: P L Conway & T B P Cottrell Racing Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops Breeder: Mr Liam McKeogh and armlets.

Form: 601-153

Conor Ring

He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 7 behind Myristica beaten 2l at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Stratford over 2m 3f last month. Not dismissed, but he might find a few too strong. Official BHA Rating 106

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B g Aiken - Robin’s Solo (IRE) (Robin des Pres (FR)) Owner: HOE Racing Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 3 Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Colours: YELLOW, DARK GREEN stars, DARK Breeder: Alastair Pim GREEN sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap.

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport Form: P40-012

Joe Anderson

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 6f on good ground. Beaten 4l by Aviewofthestars when second of 12 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Plumpton over 2m 4f in September. Has something to prove on testing ground, but he would be interesting should conditions suit.

Official BHA Rating 95 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 8, 11.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5, 7.

Stewards Note: YOUNG MERLIN: Following its run on 29/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

2022: DREAM IN THE PARK (IRE) 5 10 10 Jack Wildman 6-4 (Emma Lavelle) 6 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

4-1 Immortal (FR), 9-2 Idem (FR), 5-1 Ed Keeper (FR), 8-1 Saladam (FR), 9-1 Awaythelad (IRE), Rebel Intentions (IRE), 10-1 Prince Imperial (USA), Lipa K (IRE), 12-1 Young Merlin (IRE), Estacas (GER), 20-1 John W Creasy (IRE) R A C I N G PA G E S

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An open event in which plenty will fancy their chances, so only a tentative vote can go to AWAYTHELAD. He was beaten only four lengths by the now 133-rated Crambo over C&D last November, but was unable to go on thereafter. Ben Pauling’s charge looks extremely well treated on that performance, though, and it would be no surprise to see him take a step forward today. Others to note include Immortal, Ed Keeper and Idem.

RACE PREDICTOR Awaythelad

Immortal

Ed Keeper

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Two miles about three furlongs (2m 2f 175yds) (3,790 metres) for novice four yrs old and upwards Advertised Total Prize Fund £19650. Owners Prize Money: Winner £7937; Second £3967; Third £1985; Fourth £992; Fifth £495.

(Penalty Value £10377.16) Weights raised 13lb and Paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

See page 54 for conditions of this race.

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HERMINO AA (FR) (227)

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Acqua Luna (FR) (Libourne) Owner: Galloping On The South Downs Partnership Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: Mr Pierre Gasnier Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd

Jockey Jamie Moore

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10 Colours: MAUVE and BLACK (quartered), MAUVE sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 23121D

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when at Warwick over 2m 3f in March, beating Hauraki Gulf by 3 1/2l. Was on an upward trajectory when last seen and he could progress over fences. Official BHA Rating 129

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T I M E F O R AT U N E ( G B ) ( 3 3 )

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Timeforagin (Pasternak) Owner: Border Pointers Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 10 Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Colours: BLACK and ROYAL BLUE Breeder: B. J. Eckley (quartered), BLACK sleeves and cap.

Form: 41241-3 D

Adam Wedge

Winner of two hurdle races and three NH flat races from 2m to 2m 3f on good and good to soft ground.

Last of three behind Iceo beaten 43l on his chase debut at Newton Abbot over 2m (soft) last month.

Has been dropped 3lb in the ratings and that needs to work the oracle.

Official BHA Rating 129

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TWINJETS (IRE) (21)

B g Jet Away - Shenamar (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: Mr C. W. Rodgers Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster Breeder: Pat Morrissey Sponsor: Bresbet

Sam Twiston-Davies

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10 Colours: MAROON, BLACK sleeves, MAROON armlets, BLACK cap.

Form: 112P1-0

Winner of three hurdle races, two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 9-1 when ninth of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m 3f (heavy) last month. Needs more to threaten today. Official BHA Rating 129

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B g Zoffany (IRE) - Open Book (Mark of Esteem (IRE)) Owner: Martin Broughton & Friends 3 Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 8 Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: B. Heavey Cross of Lorraine and sleeves.

Sponsor: All Sport Insurance Services Ltd Form: 50//F330-

Paul O’Brien

He has won three hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 19l behind Ivaldi when seventh of 14 last time in a hurdle race here over 2m6f. Having his first run for a new stable today. Has a chance if he can rediscover peak hurdles form. Official BHA Rating 127

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S C A R FA C E ( I R E ) ( 1 9 9 )

B g Milan - Consider Her Lucky (GER) (Silvano (GER)) Owner: Mr K Leggett, Susan and John Waterworth Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: BLACK, MAROON hoop and Breeder: Mrs Lisa Doran armlets.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form: 11P435- C

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 2m 6f on good ground. Finished 3l behind Willaston when fifth of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good) in April.

Shaped as if this drop in trip would suit on that occasion. Not discounted. Official BHA Rating 126

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B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pretty Puttens (IRE) (Snurge) Owner: Mr Michael Geoghegan Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 6 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Mrs Rita Kent sleeves, YELLOW stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 21/133-1

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground.

A winner at 4-1 in a chase at Warwick over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing in September, beating Notnowlinda by 2 1/4l. Has solid claims with experience over fences.

Official BHA Rating 125

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PA S S I N G W E L L ( F R ) ( 1 9 7 )

B g Coastal Path - Passing Lore (FR) (Passing Sale (FR)) Owner: GouldenHopgood GilliesMethvenSanderdson Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 3 Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Colours: WHITE and RED stripes, Breeder: Mr J. Deshayes & Mrs M. Deshayes chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

Sponsor: Betvictor Form: 214104-

Jonathan Burke

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on soft ground. Finished 11l behind Hugos New Horse when fourth of five at 7-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ayr over 2m 4f (good to soft) in April. Likely to find one or two of these too good on his handicap bow.

Official BHA Rating 122

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CRUZ CONTROL (FR) (20)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - En La Cruz (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR)) Owner: Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE sash and Breeder: Mr Christopher Richard Hirst armlets, RED and WHITE hooped cap.

Sponsor: Plusbac Form: 0/1014-2

Stan Sheppard

He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 10l by Matata when second of six on his chase debut at Ffos Las over 2m last month. Needs to improve on his first run over fences if he’s to be taken seriously today.

Official BHA Rating 121

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J I P COT ( F R ) (9)

B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Blinngaroe (FR) (Ungaro (GER)) Owner: The Megsons Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 5 Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Colours: PINK, MAUVE star, Breeder: J.Alvarez & G. Lassaussaye MAUVE sleeves, PINK stars and cap.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: U1100-0

Kielan Woods

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f on soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Hello Judge at 4-1 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m 4f last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap. Wasn’t without supporters that day and better can be expected. Official BHA Rating 118

2022: GOWEL ROAD (IRE) 6 10 13 Sam Twiston-Davies 9-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 4 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

7-2 Are U Wise To That (IRE), 4-1 Passing Well (FR), 5-1 Hermino Aa (FR), 6-1 Scarface (IRE), Jipcot (FR), Cruz Control (FR), 12-1 Twinjets (IRE), Sir Psycho (IRE), 16-1 Timeforatune (GB)

RACE SUMMARY

ARE U WISE TO THAT got off the mark at the first time of asking over fences on his latest outing over 2m4f at Warwick in September and he can put that chase experience to good use.

Jonjo O’Neill’s charge was going away at the line on that occasion and a 7lb rise doesn’t appear out of his reach. Hermino Aa was improving nicely when last seen winning over hurdles at Warwick in March and he isn’t ruled out of continuing that progression over the larger obstacles, while Jipcot can be seen to better effect.

RACE PREDICTOR Are U Wise To That

Hermino Aa

Jipcot

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two miles about one furlong (2m 167yds) (3,280 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) See page 55 for conditions of this race.

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F I R ST F LOW ( I R E ) (1 89)

B g Primary (USA) - Clonroche Wells (IRE) (Pierre) Owner: Mr A. N. Solomons Horse Age: 11 Weight: 12 0 Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Colours: BLACK, EMERALD GREEN hoop and Breeder: Mrs Kathleen Flood armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap, BLACK spots.

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd Form: 613/3U2- CD

Jockey David Bass

Has won three hurdle races and eight chases from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 4l by Hewick when second of 6 at 10-1 in the Grade 2 Oaksey Chase at Sandown over 2m 7f (good to soft) in April. An admirable performer who isn’t discounted. Official BHA Rating 158

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F U N A M B U L E S I VO L A ( F R ) ( 1 8 9 )

B g Noroit (GER) - Little Memories (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) Owner: My Racing Manager Friends Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 12 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: BLACK, RED star, WHITE and Breeder: Mr Gilles Trapenard RED striped sleeves, BLACK cap, RED star.

Sponsor: My Racing Manager Form: 6451F5- CD

Charlie Deutsch

Winner of seven chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten behind Jonbon when last of 5 in the Grade 1 Celebration Chase at Sandown over 1m 7f in April. Not at his very best last season, despite a Grade 2 win, but he could bounce back.

Official BHA Rating 156

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B O OT H I L L ( I R E ) ( 2 52 )

B or Br g Presenting - Oyster Pipit (IRE) (Accordion) Owner: Brian & Sandy Lambert Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 5 Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, WHITE and Breeder: Noel James ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport Form: 112123- CD

Jonathan Burke

Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 5 behind Solo beaten 8l at 15-8fav in the Grade 2 Pendil Novices’ Chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) in February. One for the shortlist.

Official BHA Rating 149

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Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Auction Belle (Auction House (USA)) Owner: The Hawk Inn Syndicate 3 Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 10 Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Colours: WHITE, GREY spots, Breeder: Mr R. P. Phillips WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport Form: 1F/531-3 D BF

Tom Bellamy

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Third of 7 behind Mercian Prince beaten 12l at 9-4fav in a chase at Kempton over 2m 2f (good) in May. A big run is expected with conditions to suit.

Official BHA Rating 140

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SAINT SEGAL (FR) (219)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE)) Owner: Culverhill Racing Club V Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 7 Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton Colours: ORANGE, BLACK Cross of Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant et al Lorraine.

Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing Form: 651124- D

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground.

Finished 8l behind Red Rookie when fourth of 6 at 7-4fav on his latest outing in a chase at Warwick over 2m (soft) in March. A wind operation may unlock further improvement.

Official BHA Rating 137

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T H E L A S T D AY ( I R E ) ( 2 0 5 )

B g Oscar (IRE) - The Last Bank (IRE) (Phardante (FR)) Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker Horse Age: 11 Weight: 10 5 Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoop.

Breeder: M. Conaghan Form: 6/F1/5P3Sponsor: Tote

Adam Wedge

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases at 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Third of 13 behind Dancing On My Own beaten 6l at 16-1 in a chase at Aintree over 2m in April. Tends to save his best for Aintree these days; others preferred.

Official BHA Rating 135

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C A P D U M AT H A N ( F R ) ( 1 8 9 )

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nounjya du Mathan (FR) (Antarctique (IRE)) Owner: The Stewart Family Weight: 10 5 Horse Age: 8 Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Colours: BLACK and WHITE (halved), Breeder: Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau RED sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Morson Group Form: 31122P-

Freddie Gingell (7)

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy. Pulled up when 9-2 at Sandown over 2m 4f in a chase won by Gloire D’Athon in April on his latest outing. Faces a stiff task on what he has achieved so far over fences. Official BHA Rating 135

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F R E R E D ’A R M E S ( F R ) ( 1 9 6 )

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Ville Sainte (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR)) Owner: Belbroughton Racing Club Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 5 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE star, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Mr Xavier Leredde sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes Form: 65/1120-

Ciaran Gethings

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 16l behind Malystic at 2-1fav when seventh of 9 in a chase at Ayr over 2m (good) in April.

Had excuses for that effort and remains very much of interest.

Official BHA Rating 135

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QUEL DESTIN (FR) (189)

Ch g Muhtathir - High Destiny (FR) (High Yield (USA)) Owner: Martin Broughton & Friends Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 4 Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras Des Sablonnets et al Cross of Lorraine and sleeves.

Sponsor: Morson Group Form: 3P1323- D

Bryony Frost

Has won eight hurdle races and a chase from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy.

Third of 8 behind Gloire D’Athon beaten 5l at 10-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Sandown over 2m 4f (good to soft) in April. Not without a chance following wind surgery.

Official BHA Rating 134 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 5, 9.

Stewards Note: FIRST FLOW: Following its run on 29/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

CAP DU MATHAN: Following its run on 29/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

FRERE D’ARMES: Following its run on 22/4/2023 it was reported that the horse made a mistake at last fence.

2022: THYME WHITE (FR) 6 11 6 Lorcan Williams 9-1 (Paul Nicholls) 8 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

4-1 Boothill (IRE), Red Rookie (GB), 5-1 Frere d’Armes (FR), 6-1 Saint Segal (FR), 7-1 Funambule Sivola (FR), 8-1 First Flow (IRE), 10-1 Cap Du Mathan (FR), 12-1 The Last Day (IRE), Quel Destin (FR)

RACE SUMMARY

Boothill landed a valuable handicap over C&D on just his second start over fences in November last year and followed that up by taking the Wayward Lad at Kempton over Christmas. The eight-year-old returns on a mark that he is likely to be competitive off, but a chance is taken on FRERE D’ARMES. His early-season form last year was especially strong, beating Haddex Des Obeaux at Kempton before winning a Newbury contest that worked out well, and he had excuses when returning after an injury in the spring. Saint Segal, Red Rookie and the veteran First Flow are others likely to enter the reckoning.

RACE PREDICTOR Frere D’armes

Boothill

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About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for novice four yrs old and upwards Advertised Total Prize Fund £14000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £5842; Second £2922; Third £1460; Fourth £731. (Penalty Value £7624.40) See page 55 for conditions of this race.

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S O L D I E R O F T H E S TO R M ( I R E ) ( 1 7 5 )

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fiddlededee (IRE) (Beneficial) Owner: Mr Tom Bond Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 6 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: BLACK, LIGHT BLUE hoop.

Breeder: Mrs Ann Bond Form: 32-1 D Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Jockey Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Won for the first time from three starts on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 2-5fav at Warwick over 2m (good to soft) in May, beating Jet Of Dreams by 7l. Looks to have a bright future but more will be required to defy a 6lb penalty in this company.

Official BHA Rating -

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B R O O K B AY ( I R E ) ( 2 7 )

Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Orchid Bay (Alderbrook) Owner: Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: James Robinson Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Nick Scholfield

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE triple diamond and armlets.

Form: 10-2

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten 2 1/2l by Asta La Pasta when second of 10 at 11-1 on his hurdling debut at Uttoxeter over 2m (good to soft) last month. That was a step in the right direction and he once again has a solid each-way chance here.

Official BHA Rating -

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B g Sageburg (IRE) - Good Time In Milan (IRE) (Milan) Owner: Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: WHITE, RED sleeves, Breeder: Michael Wemyss WHITE and RED check cap.

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 0-3

Bryony Frost

Unplaced in both NH starts. Third of 4 behind Easy Peasy beaten 5l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Plumpton over 2m 2f (good) in September. Some encouragement can be taken from that effort but he is still hard to recommend here.

Official BHA Rating -

4 I L VA D E S O I ( F R ) ( 2 0 5 )

Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Vara des Champs (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR)) Owner: The Merry Makers Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury Colours: YELLOW, RED sleeves, Breeder: Mr Denis Fontaine et al PINK armlets, PINK cap.

Sponsor: All Sport Insurance Services Ltd Form: 33/24-

Paul O’Brien

Placed in a NH flat race and two point-to-points from four starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Geezer Rockstar when fourth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a maiden NH flat race at Taunton over 2m (good to soft) in April. Worthy of consideration on his hurdles bow.

Official BHA Rating -

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JANGO BAIE (FR) (265)

B g Tiger Groom - Tenessee (FR) (Kapgarde (FR)) Owner: Countrywide Park Homes Ltd Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Colours: RED and WHITE diamonds.

Breeder: Mr Andre Jean Belloir et al Form: 2Sponsor: Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges

Beaten 3/4l by No Flies On Him when second of 9 at 7-2fav on his point-to-point debut at Knockanard over 2m in February. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Michael Goff in Ireland. Has to be of interest on his Rules debut.

Official BHA Rating -

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Nico de Boinville

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PY ROT EC H N I C ( F R ) ( 2 30)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Lightupthenight (Dutch Art) Owner: Heart of the South Racing 137 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: Al Shahania Stud Sponsor: Heart Of The South Bloodstock

Jamie Moore

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Colours: DARK GREEN, ROYAL BLUE diamond.

Form:

A winner on the Flat at Mont De Marsan over 1m 3f (heavy) in March, beating Salline De Horable by 4 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with F H Graffard in France. An interesting recruit to hurdling and any market support should be noted.

Official BHA Rating -

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QUIAN (GER) (17)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Quiana (GER) (Monsun (GER)) Owner: Energy Bunnies Racing Club Weight: 11 0 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED Breeder: Mr Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof (quartered), halved sleeves.

Form: 6-

Jack Quinlan

Well beaten at 12-1 behind Fly By Milan when sixth of 9 on his NH debut in a maiden hurdle race at Hexham over 2m 4f (heavy) in March. Has struggled on the Flat subsequently and others make more appeal.

Official BHA Rating -

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R OYA L D E F E N D E R ( I R E ) ( 2 74 )

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kings Sister (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Prof. Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE star, ORANGE Breeder: Thomas Mulhern sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap.

Sponsor: W & S Recycling Form: 15B-

Jack Tudor

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Brought down when 5-2jt-fav at Chepstow over 2m (good to soft) in a NH flat race won by Beachcomber in February on his latest outing. Looks to be up against it on his hurdling bow based on his two previous efforts under Rules.

Official BHA Rating -

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R O YA L T H U N D E R ( G B ) ( 2 7 )

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Spinning Melody (USA) (Hard Spun (USA)) Owner: Oakman Racing Club Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited epaulets and armlets, hooped cap.

Sponsor: Oakman Group PLC, Science Supplements Form: 3

Ciaran Gethings

Third of 10 behind Asta La Pasta beaten 8l at 18-1 on his NH debut in a maiden hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m (good to soft) last month. Finished five lengths behind Brook Bay on that occasion and may struggle to reverse that form.

Official BHA Rating -

10 TELLHERTHENAME (IRE) (244)

B g Malinas (GER) - Whos To Know (IRE) (Bravefoot) Owner: The Megsons Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Colours: PINK, MAUVE star, MAUVE Breeder: Redmond Barry sleeves, PINK stars and cap.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 1-

Kielan Woods

A winner at 8-1 in a point-to-point race at Borris House over 3m on his latest outing in March, beating Joyau Allen by 5l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J P Berry in Ireland.

A 200,000-pound purchase subsequently and he cannot be dismissed.

Official BHA Rating -

1 1 T E N L E N GT H S TO M ( I R E ) ( 2 37)

Ch g Mount Nelson - Tarentine (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR)) Owner: Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope Colours: MAUVE and DARK BLUE check, Breeder: P. & Mrs B. Kelly DARK BLUE sleeves, MAUVE armlets, hooped cap.

Sponsor: Plusbac Form: 21D

Stan Sheppard

A winner for the first time from two starts at 7-2 in a NH flat race at Warwick over 2m (soft) on his latest outing in March, beating Mary by 6l. Has to be on the shortlist having created such a big impression with that display.

Official BHA Rating -

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B m Champs Elysees - Ballinderry Moth (IRE) (Yeats (IRE)) Owner: Mr Semore Kurdi Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 7 Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury Colours: BLACK, GREY chevrons on Breeder: John O’Connor sleeves.

Form: 532-

Robert Dunne

Placed in two NH flat races from three starts. Beaten 10l by Micks Jet when second of 15 at 10-3 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (good) in April. Improved with each start in bumpers and she may have more to offer now switched to hurdling.

Official BHA Rating -

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4 1 3 N E A R DA R K ( I R E ) ( 2 2 ) B m Westerner - Mollyash (IRE) (Definite Article) Owner: Racehorse Ownership Club Trainer: Alexandra Dunn, Wellington Breeder: Miss E. Hamilton Sponsor: Racehorse Ownership Club

Adam Wedge

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 7 Colours: RED and WHITE diamonds, striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE diamond.

Form: FP31/-P

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on yielding ground. Pulled up 2 out when 125-1 at Chepstow over 2m 3f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Alfie’s Princess last month on her hurdling debut. Looks to be up against it on the back of that outing.

Official BHA Rating Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

2022: LEAVE OF ABSENCE (FR) 5 11 0 Tom Cannon 8-11 (Chris Gordon) 10 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

2-1 Jango Baie (FR), 9-2 Tellherthename (IRE), 5-1 Soldierofthestorm (IRE), 7-1 Ten Lengths Tom (IRE), Mighty Moth (IRE), 15-2 Pyrotechnic (FR), 8-1 Brook Bay (IRE), 10-1 Il Va de Soi (FR), 14-1 Royal Defender (IRE), 20-1 Royal Thunder (GB), 33-1 Highway One O Four (IRE), 66-1 Quian (GER), 100-1 Near Dark (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

Soldierofthestorm sets the standard following his decisive victory at Warwick in May, but he may struggle to give 6lb to TELLHERTHENAME. Ben Pauling’s gelding won in impressive fashion on his sole start between the flags and he merits the utmost respect having been purchased for 200,000 pounds subsequently. Jango Baie has a similar profile to the selection and may prove to be next best, although Ten Lengths Tom and Brook Bay should not be discounted.

RACE PREDICTOR Tellherthename

Soldierofthestorm

Jango Baie

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The safety and welfare of horses and jockeys is paramount throughout the year at Ascot.

In recent years we have invested significantly to improve our facilities on and off the track to ensure we provide the very best care and attention for all participants.

Nowhere is this better demonstrated than in the changes made to the racing surface itself during the redevelopment in 2006. The key elements of the project were to camber the home and old paddock bends and to remove the road crossings over the track, replacing them with underpasses.

Further improvements to equine welfare provision were made as part of a £700,000 project to create an enhanced unsaddling area in 2016. Increased in size to accommodate large field races more comfortably, the Unsaddling Enclosure Lawn also has equine misting fans to aid with post-race cooling of horses.

For Jumps racing, we introduced one-fit padded hurdles at the start of the 2018 season, becoming the first Grade 1 track to do so. Vets generally find fewer superficial injuries with horses running over padded hurdles compared to the traditional birch hurdle.

At the start of the 2022/23 season, the wood and vinyl padding on the take-off boards, guard rails and top boards for all chase fences and hurdles were switched from orange to white.

This was part of an industry-wide project following research from Exeter University that showed white provides increased contrast and visibility for horses, leading to improved jumping performance.

Four specifically qualified equine vets are on duty every raceday, dedicated to the welfare of all the horses. During each race, vets follow the runners by car and can respond to and attend a casualty generally within a minute – as fast as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties.

Ascot’s two permanent veterinary boxes are supplemented with an X-Ray machine for the major meetings to assist with swift diagnosis before administration of treatment on site or any movement necessary to equine hospitals.

There are two equine ambulances on course at all times and three ambulances for any incidents involving injuries to jockeys. The jockeys’ facilities at Ascot include a medical treatment room, rest rooms and a dedicated room for physiotherapy.

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RACE START

About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for three yrs old and upwards Advertised Total Prize Fund £60000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £25038; Second £12522; Third £6258; Fourth £3132.

(Penalty Value £32676) Weights raised 5lb & Paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

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CAMPROND (FR) (204)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bernieres (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Horse Age: 7 Weight: 12 0 Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Breeder: S.A. Franklin Finance YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: 4B0030- D

Jockey Sean Houlihan

Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on good and yielding ground. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Fennor Cross when 15th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Aintree over 2m 4f (good to soft) in April. A player based on the pick of his form.

Official BHA Rating 142

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FA I V O I R ( F R ) ( 2 0 )

B g Coastal Path - Qape Noir (FR) (Subotica (FR)) Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 11 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, Breeder: E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes Form: 05/4P1-6 C D

Fergus Gillard (3)

Has won six hurdle races, two NH flat races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 20l behind Nemean Lion when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ffos Las over 2m (good to soft) last month. Noted.

Official BHA Rating 139

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T E D DY B L U E ( G E R ) ( 8 )

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER) (Iffraaj) Owner: Hale Sargent Evans Clifton Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 8 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Colours: LIGHT GREEN, Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf ORANGE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Oberon Investments Limited Form: 1361-2U D

Jamie Moore

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good and good to soft ground. Unseated rider when 8-1 at Cheltenham over 2m (good) in a hurdle race won by Our Champ last month on his latest outing.

Better can be expected on this occasion and he must enter calculations. Official BHA Rating 136

4 A LT O B E L L I ( I R E ) ( 2 0 4 )

B g Maxios - Atiana (Samum (GER)) Owner: Charlie Walker and Jonny Craib Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe Breeder: Gestut Hof Ittlingen Sponsor: P3P Partners LLP, Grosvenor Sport

Jonathan Burke

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 3 Colours: CHAMPAGNE, BLACK hoops and sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 1/110D

He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 3f on good to soft and soft ground.

Well beaten at 12-1 behind Inthepocket when ninth of 12 on his latest outing in a in the Grade 1 Top Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree over 2m (good to soft) in April. A key player.

Official BHA Rating 131

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CARBON KING (IRE) (20)

Bl g Malinas (GER) - Not Mine (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Aircraft Tool Hire Ltd Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE Breeder: Mr E. Corry chevrons and sleeves, RED cap.

Sponsor: Tote Form: 13116-0 D

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 20l behind Nemean Lion at 40-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ffos Las over 2m (good to soft) last month. Faces a tough assignment on all known evidence.

Official BHA Rating 130

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Adam Wedge

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K N I C K E R B O C K E R G LO R Y ( I R E ) ( 2 0 4 )

B g Fame And Glory - The Brass Lady (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Owner: Chelsea Thoroughbreds - Knickerbocker Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Brittas House Stud & Canterbrook Stud sleeves, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Oliver Brown Form: 11/1220- D

Tristan Durrell (5)

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 1m 6f to 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Well beaten at 15-2 when ninth of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Aintree over 2m (soft) in April. Capable of being in the shake-up.

Official BHA Rating 130

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OUR CHAMP (IRE) (8)

B g Champs Elysees - Affascinare (IRE) (Milan) Owner: Pearson,Jenner,Hawkings,Dunford&Harding Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Fethard Bloodstock Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

Freddie Gordon (5)

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Colours: BLACK, PINK stars and sleeves, PINK and BLACK quartered cap.

Form: 2246-11 D

He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 9-2jt-fav at Cheltenham over 2m (good) last month, beating Black Poppy by 8l. Has also won at Plumpton this season. The one to beat.

Official BHA Rating 128

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THEREISNODOUBT (IRE) (9)

Ch g Primary (USA) - Doubt (IRE) (Generous (IRE)) Owner: Mrs H. Kelly Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 10 Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Colours: MAROON, WHITE seams, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Moygaddy Stud MAROON stars, MAROON cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd Form: 4244-13 D

Conner McCann (7)

Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from soft to heavy. Third of 11 behind Russian Virtue beaten 2 1/2l on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (soft) last month. This represents a rise in class, which may be beyond him.

Official BHA Rating 124

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BAD (FR) (216)

Gr g Morandi (FR) - Love Over Gold (FR) (Peintre Celebre (USA)) Owner: Mr D. P. Howden Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 8 Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Breeder: Mr Hugues Rousseau LIGHT GREEN epaulets.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 2/2106-

Kielan Woods

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 2f on heavy ground. Finished 10l behind Blueking D’oroux when sixth of 13 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (good to soft) in April. Has yet to fire since joining new connections and more is needed. Official BHA Rating 122

1 0 G R E Y VA L ( F R ) ( 2 0 5 )

Gr f The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Valley Girl (FR) (Motivator) Owner: The Oakley Partnership Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 7 Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Colours: BLACK, RED sash, Breeder: Suc Derek Clee WHITE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Bresbet Form: 2110D

Paddy Brennan

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Beaten 17l behind Zenta at 16-1 when eighth of 11 on her latest outing in the Grade 1 Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle at Aintree over 2m 1f (good to soft) in April. She appears to have plenty on. Official BHA Rating 121

11 RA R E M I D D L E TO N (G B ) ( 2 32 )

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Blaise Chorus (IRE) (Singspiel (IRE)) Owner: Bryan Drew and Diana L Whateley Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Blaise Chorus Partnership Sponsor: Morson Group

Bryony Frost

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 3 Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, checked sleeves and cap.

Form: 134D

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Finished 17l behind Parramount when fourth of eight at 7-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fakenham over 2m (soft) in March. A decent juvenile last season that could be off a workable mark on his return.

Official BHA Rating 117

12 CHANCE A TUNE (FR) (22)

B g My Risk (FR) - Lyric Melody (FR) (Lyphard’s Wish (FR)) Owner: Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 2 Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Colours: BLACK, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges YELLOW cap.

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited Form: 1432/-31 D

James Turner (7)

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 2f on good and heavy ground. A winner at 7-2 in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Swaffham Bulbeck by 8l. That was an impressive display and there could be more to come.

Official BHA Rating 116

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5 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11.

Stewards Note: CAMPROND: Following its run on 14/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

2022: HIGHWAY ONE O TWO (IRE) 7 11 11 Gavin Sheehan 15-2 (Chris Gordon) 10 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

7-2 Our Champ (IRE), 5-1 Rare Middleton (GB), 7-1 Altobelli (IRE), 8-1 Teddy Blue (GER), Knickerbockerglory (IRE), 9-1 Chance A Tune (FR), 12-1 Faivoir (FR), Bad (FR), Greyval (FR), 14-1 Thereisnodoubt (IRE), 20-1 Camprond (FR), 25-1 Carbon King (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

OUR CHAMP made quite the impression when bounding clear of his rivals at Cheltenham recently, and an 11lb rise for that success may not be enough to halt his rapid progression, with Freddie Gordon taking off a valuable 5lb. Teddy Blue unseated the rider early in that contest, but better can be expected here from the Betfair Hurdle third, while the unexposed Altobelli is another with plenty of potential dropping in class. County Hurdle winner Faivoir is entitled to build his recent return at Ffos Las and can have a say, along with stablemate Knickerbockerglory and Chance A Tune.

RACE PREDICTOR Our Champ

Teddy Blue

Altobelli

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RACE START

About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) (4,720metres) for four yrs old and upwards Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) See page 55 for conditions of this race.

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No Horse

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ELDORADO ALLEN (FR) (189)

Gr g Khalkevi (IRE) - Hesmeralda (FR) (Royal Charter (FR)) Owner: J P Romans & Terry Warner Horse Age: 9 Weight: 12 0 Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: YELLOW, BLACK chevron, Breeder: Mr Bruno Vagne check cap.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form: 245054-

Jockey Freddie Gingell (7)

Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 2m 7f on good to soft and heavy ground. Finished 12l behind Hewick when fourth of 6 at 6-1 last time out in a Grade 2 chase at Sandown over 2m 7f (good to soft) in April. Mark has fallen and has gone well fresh before.

Official BHA Rating 154

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T WO FOR GOLD (IRE) (216)

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: 10 Weight: 12 0 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED hoop, halved sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 12P/501- CD

Has won two hurdle races, two NH flat races and seven chases up to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 10-3 in a chase over this C&D (good to soft) last time out in April, beating Run To Milan by 3 1/2l. Mud-lover who goes well fresh - respected.

Official BHA Rating 154

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MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) (235)

B g Shantou (USA) - Ella Watson (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Owner: Barrowman Racing Limited Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 7 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons, Breeder: Michael Tobin ROYAL BLUE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, RED cap.

Sponsor: Knox Group Form: 1/41113- D

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Won two hurdle races and three chases up to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 23 behind Corach Rambler beaten 2 1/4l at 6-1jt-fav last time in the Ultima Handicap Chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) in March. Still low mileage and progressive. Big player.

Official BHA Rating 147

4 BEAUPORT (IRE) (203)

B g Califet (FR) - Byerley Beauty (IRE) (Brian Boru) Owner: Bryan & Philippa Burrough Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited Form: 4/1240F-

Jordan Nailor

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on soft ground. Fell 5 out when 9-2jt-fav at Aintree over 3m 1f (good to soft) in a chase won by Midnight River in April on his latest outing. Open to improvement and scored on reappearance last autumn. Official BHA Rating 142

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F L E G M AT I K ( F R ) ( 1 8 9 )

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

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 13 Colours: RED, WHITE sash, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED check cap.

Form: P/30026- D

He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground.

Finished 7l behind Brideswell Lad when sixth of 12 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m (good - yielding) in April. Yet to win on ground this testing.

Official BHA Rating 139

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Ciaran Gethings

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V I CT TO R I N O ( F R ) ( 2 2 3 )

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Victtorie (FR) (Vettori (IRE)) Owner: Martians Racing Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 12 Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Colours: ROYAL BLUE and WHITE Breeder: Jean-Paul & Marie-Odile Deshayes check, striped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Sponsor: Spillers Horse Feeds Form: 2/12504-

Charlie Deutsch

Successful in two chases at 2m 1f and 2m 6f. Finished 15l behind Marty Byrde when fourth of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Exeter over 2m 6f (good to soft) in March. French recruit who didn’t cover himself in glory on UK debut, so questions to answer.

Official BHA Rating 138

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LARRY (GB) (216)

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

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd Form: P/16023- CD

Jamie Moore

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and four chases up to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 6 behind Two For Gold beaten 7l at 11-4fav last time out in a chase over this C&D (good to soft) in April. Winning return here last term, mark looks fair.

Official BHA Rating 135

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COEUR SEREIN (IRE) (21)

B g Fame And Glory - Balvenie (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: Andy Ralph Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 6 Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK diabolo, Breeder: Seamus Kennedy PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, PINK diamond.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 01P5-F0 D

Kevin Brogan

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m 5f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft.

Well beaten at 17-2 behind Stolen Silver when last of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 3m (soft) last month. Lacklustre there but should come on for it.

Official BHA Rating 132

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MUCHO MAS (IRE) (238)

B g Fame And Glory - Ceart Go Leor (IRE) (Montelimar (USA)) Owner: Martin & Lynn Jones Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 3 Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Colours: YELLOW and PURPLE diamonds, PURPLE Breeder: Craic Syndicate sleeves, PURPLE and YELLOW quartered cap.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 02/2211- D

Kielan Woods

He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases up to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 4-1 in a chase at Sandown over 3m (soft) on his latest outing in March, beating Feivel by 1 1/4l. Progressive when last seen, claims if tuned up.

Official BHA Rating 129

1 0 U N A N S W E R E D P R AY E R S ( I R E ) ( 2 9 )

B g Ocovango - Fitanga Speed (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) Owner: The Morestead Pres Partnership Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 2 Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Breeder: Kevin Talbot BLUE hoops and star on cap.

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 5152P-5 BF

Freddie Gordon (5)

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft.

Well beaten at 5-2fav behind Sacre Coeur when fifth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Fontwell over 2m 6f (good) last month. Questions to answer after reappearance run.

Official BHA Rating 128

11 ZHIGULI (IRE) (199)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Grangeclare Flight (IRE) (Old Vic) Owner: Druzhba Racing Partnership Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 2 Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Colours: WHITE, BLACK cross belts, Breeder: Brian Kiely BLACK and WHITE halved sleeves, RED cap.

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd Form: P3513P-

David Noonan

Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up at the 6th when 22-1 at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) in a chase won by Caribean Boy in April on his latest outing. Returns on a fair mark and will relish the conditions. Official BHA Rating 128

12 YEAH MAN (IRE) (187)

B g Westerner - Baraza (IRE) (Kalanisi (IRE)) Owner: J.R Brennan & Martin Hannan Trainer: Gavin Cromwell, Ireland Breeder: Brandon View Stud

Jonathan Burke

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 2 Colours: YELLOW and PURPLE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE armlets.

Form: 52210-2 D

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 7f and 3m on good - yielding ground. Beaten 5l by The Abbey when second of 12 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Down Royal over 3m 2f (yielding) in May. Not fully exposed, dangerous to write off.

Official BHA Rating 124

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6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7, 8, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note: VICTTORINO: Following its run on 26/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

2022: OUR POWER (IRE) 7 11 2 Charlie Deutsch 11-2 (Sam Thomas) 13 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

3-1 Monbeg Genius (IRE), 5-1 Beauport (IRE), 7-1 Eldorado Allen (FR), Mucho Mas (IRE), 9-1 Two For Gold (IRE), 11-1 Flegmatik (FR), Larry (GB), Yeah Man (IRE), 12-1 Victtorino (FR), 14-1 Zhiguli (IRE), 18-1 Unanswered Prayers (IRE), 25-1 Coeur Serein (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

A good race featuring a cast of progressive young staying chasers, headed by Monbeg Genius.

Given that Jonjo O’Neill’s gelding needed last year’s reappearance, he may be worth passing over on this occasion in favour of the more experienced TWO FOR GOLD, a mud-lover who has been readied to win fresh before and whose Ascot (chasing) form figures read ‘221’. Mucho Mas is another improving sort who should make his presence felt if fully tuned up, while Irish raider Yeah Man could throw up some each-way value.

RACE PREDICTOR Two For Gold

Monbeg Genius

Mucho Mas

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RACE START

About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for four and five yrs old Advertised Total Prize Fund £10000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) See page 55 for conditions of this race.

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

No Horse

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ALL AUTHORIZED (FR) (214)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Polysheba (FR) (Poliglote) Owner: Mr O. S. Harris & Mr Steven Packham Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: Ronald Wallace Huggins & George Tiney Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd

Jockey Niall Houlihan (3)

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 6 Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE seams, striped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: 1-

Won on his racecourse debut in a NH flat race when 5-6fav at Fontwell over 1m 6f (soft) in April, beating Mount Ferns by 4 1/2l. A 4lb penalty for that success will make life tougher, but he made a big impression and the step up in trip is a plus.

Official BHA Rating -

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C E LT I C D I N O ( F R ) ( - )

Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE)) Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras du Mondant et al diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Form:

Sam Twiston-Davies

Half-brother to Saint Segal, who won twice over hurdles at 2m and 2m 1f and twice in chases at 2m.

That sibling also won on his debut, which bodes well and this son of Doctor Dino could have a say on his racecourse bow.

Official BHA Rating -

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CHAUFFEUR DRIVEN (IRE) (181)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Coolmara (IRE) (Alderbrook) Owner: Mrs Sarah Ling Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE stripe, Breeder: Kieran & Cathy Mariga striped sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: W & S Recycling Form: 1

Jack Tudor

Half-brother to Wouldn’t You Agree, won three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 1f. A winner at 5-1 in a point-to-point race at Bartlemy over 3m on his latest outing in May, beating I See The Sea by 1 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today. Respected.

Official BHA Rating -

4 D I N O M AG I C ( F R ) ( - )

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - La Bandera (Bahhare (USA)) Owner: Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE hoops and Breeder: Mme Catherine Savare armlets, hooped cap.

Sponsor: John Cotton (Group) Ltd Form:

Lorcan Williams

Half-brother to Los Banderos, won twice over hurdles at 2m 1f and 2m 3f and twice in chases at 2m 2f and 2m 4f. A 125,000-euro purchase and he is related to a couple of winners, so could go well on his debut.

Official BHA Rating -

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ELECTRIC MASON (IRE) (251)

B g Sandmason - Eclectica Girl (Multiplex) Owner: Mrs Nicola Morris Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE star, LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap, LIGHT BLUE star.

Form: 2-

Beaten 1 1/2l by Break My Soul when second of eight at 8-1 in a point-to-point at Tinahely over 3m in February. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with John Paul Brennan in Ireland.

Merits consideration in this open contest.

Official BHA Rating -

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Bryony Frost

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GUIVINEC (FR) (195)

B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Castilly (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR)) Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Guivinec Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, ROYAL Breeder: Mr Loic Malivet and Mme Martine Malivet BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap.

Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk Form: 31-

Jonathan Burke

A winner in a point-to-point race at Tabley over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing in April, beating Tango Pete by 15l. He is wearing a tongue-tie on his Rules debut. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Francesca Poste. Has to be noted.

Official BHA Rating -

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MONTY BODKIN (IRE) (-)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Segnora (FR) (Turgeon (USA)) Owner: The Megsons Weight: 11 2 Horse Age: 4 Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Colours: PINK, MAUVE star, Breeder: Mrs Dale Adams MAUVE sleeves, PINK stars and cap.

Sponsor: Fitzdares Form:

Kielan Woods

Full-brother to El Muchacho, won twice over hurdles at 2m and in a point to point race at 3m.

One to note for any market support on his racecourse debut, having cost 105,000 euros last year.

Official BHA Rating -

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N I N E E L M S PA R K ( I R E ) ( 3 0 )

B g Harzand (IRE) - Deep Winter (Pivotal) Owner: Mr J. Reddington Trainer: Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood Breeder: Mr G. Morrin Sponsor: J R L Group

Mr John Reddington (7)

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED (quartered), halved sleeves.

Form: 6

Half-brother to Zabeel Star, won four times on all-weather, three times on the flat, in NH flat race at 2m and over hurdles at 2m 1f. Finished 14l behind Minella Rescue when sixth of nine on his racecourse debut at Warwick over 2m (good) last month. Others are preferred.

Official BHA Rating -

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OA K G R OV E ( I R E ) ( 2 0 9 )

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Side Saddle (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Owner: Chris Giles Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Colours: PINK, large PURPLE spots, Breeder: Coolmara Stables Ltd hooped sleeves.

Sponsor: Bresbet Form: 41-

Connor Brace

A winner at 5-1 in a point-to-point race at Oldcastle over 3m on his latest outing in April, beating Tommys Law by a neck. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Robert James.

Must enter calculations for a stable who know how to ready one.

Official BHA Rating -

1 0 S P I C E B OY ( G B ) ( 2 3 )

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Karmest (Best of The Bests (IRE)) Owner: Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 13 Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Colours: BEIGE and ORANGE (quartered), Breeder: Richard Davies ORANGE sleeves, ORANGE cap, BEIGE diamond.

Sponsor: Fbc Manby Bowdler Form: 0-4

Adam Wedge

Unplaced in both NH starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Wellington Arch when fourth of 10 at 18-1 on his latest outing in a maiden NH flat race at Worcester over 2m (good to soft) last month. Needs more to be successful in a race of this nature.

Official BHA Rating -

11 U CANT BE SERIOUS (IRE) (208)

Ch g Notnowcato - Whyyousoserious (IRE) (Morozov (USA)) Owner: Mr Sax Purdie Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sash and Breeder: Mrs Amy Boyd sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE check cap.

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited Form: 6-

Freddie Gingell (7)

Finished 14l behind Inoui Machin when sixth of nine at 22-1 on his racecourse debut at Chepstow over 2m (good to soft) in April. Has plenty to find on the back of that effort and serious improvement is required.

Official BHA Rating Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 7.

2022: FIRE FLYER (IRE) 4 11 1 Lorcan Williams 7-2 (Paul Nicholls) 12 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 14:00 03/11/23)

9/4 Oak Grove (IRE), 11/4 Dino Magic (FR), 7-1 Celtic Dino (FR), 8-1 Electric Mason (IRE), 8-1 Monty Bodkin (IRE), 9-1 All Authorized(FR), Guivinec (FR), Chauffeur Driven (IRE), 20-1 Spice Boy (GB), 25-1 U Cant Be Serious (IRE), 100-1 Nineelmspark (IRE) R A C I N G PA G E S

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7 RACE SUMMARY

Runner-up in a Tinahely point-to-point where he had the reopposing Oak Grove (fourth) behind, ELECTRIC MASON was subsequently purchased for 110,000 pounds and he gets the vote for a stable that has a decent record with debutants. The well-bred Dino Magic must also enter calculations on his racecourse bow, along with Celtic Dino and the impressive Fontwell scorer All Authorized. Any market support for Chauffeur Driven or Guivinec would have to be noted.

RACE PREDICTOR Electric Mason

Dino Magic

Celtic Dino

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Saturday’s card is headlined by the Grade 2 1965 Chase and Grade 2 Coral Hurdle. Both races have a rich history of attracting some of the biggest names in the sport, none more so than the 1965 Chase in 2019 which saw that epic duel between Altior and Cyrname.

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RACE CONDITIONS

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First Race 12.55 - THE GRUNDON WASTE MANAGEMENT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7736 to the winning horse, the second to receive £3559, the third £1779, the fourth £890 and the fifth £443. For novice three year olds and upwards, rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to November 1st, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb, Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb. Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count). Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Grundon Waste Management has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Grundon Waste Management. The sponsorship payment of £250 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. 19 entries at £70. - Closed October 30th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5917; Second £2958; Third £1480; Fourth £740; Fifth £369. (Penalty Value £7736.66) A SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.30 - THE ASCOT UNDERWRITING NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10377 to the winning horse, the second to receive £4774, the third £2387, the fourth £1194 and the fifth £595. For novice four year olds and upwards. £95 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £76 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd.

Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb; Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). Ascot Underwriting has generously sponsored this race and 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ascot Underwriting. The sponsorship payment of £250 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. 18 entries, 5 at £19 and 13 at £95. Closed October 30th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7937; Second £3967; Third £1985; Fourth £992; Fifth £495. (Penalty Value £10377.16). Weights raised 13lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Third Race 2.05 - THE BYRNE GROUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse, the second to receive £21370, the third £10700, the fourth £5330, the fifth £2680 and the sixth £1340. For four year olds and upwards. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, a winner of a steeple chase 6lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st). Byrne Group 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 in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Byrne Group. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13. Entries at £500. - Closed October 30th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.40 - THE GL events NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7624 to the winning horse, the second to receive £3512, the third £1755 and the fourth £879. For novice four year olds and upwards. Enter by noon, October 30th and pay £65 stake. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Weights: 11st each. Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb. Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. GL events has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and will award a cash prize of £100 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 GL events. The sponsorship payment of £250 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. 20 entries at £65. - Closed October 30th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5842; Second £2922; Third £1460; Fourth £731. (Penalty Value £7624.40) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.15 - THE SEAT UNIQUE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £32676 to the winning horse, the second to receive £15054, the third £7524 and the fourth £3768. For three year olds and upwards. £300 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £60 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £240 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m.

November 2nd. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb. Seat Unique has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £200 will also be awarded 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 Seat Unique. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 18. Entries, 1 at £60 and 17 at £300. - Closed October 30th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £25038; Second £12522; Third £6258; Fourth £3132. (Penalty Value £32676) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.45 - THE SODEXO LIVE! GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse, the second to receive £21370, the third £10700, the fourth £5330, the fifth £2680 and the sixth £1340. For four year olds and upwards. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, a winner of a steeple chase 6lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st). Sodexo Live! have generously sponsored this race and 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. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Sodexo Live!. 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. ASCOT RACECOURSE will pay a £10,000 bonus to the owner of the winning horse in this race, if the horse was trained in Ireland and placed in the first four places in The Guinness Kerry National Handicap Steeplechase at Listowel in September, 2023. ASCOT RACECOURSE will also pay a £2,000 bonus to any horse, trained in Ireland and placed in the first four in the Kerry National which then goes on to be placed in either the Sodexo Gold Cup or the Silver Cup at Ascot in 2023. 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 18. Entries, 1 at £100 and 17 at £500. - Closed October 30th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.15 - THE MOLTON BROWN OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 3) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse, the second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. For four and five year old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, October 30th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Molton Brown has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £100 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 Molton Brown. The sponsorship payment of £250 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.

ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 21 entries at £50. - Closed October 30th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522.

(Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.

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GENERAL INFORMATION We hope you have enjoyed your day at Ascot and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

CAR PARKS Please note that car parks close at 9pm and are not open overnight.

LOCAL TAXIS Ascot Cars – 01344 297297, Cedar Cars – 01344 872777

CONTACT INFORMATION If you need to speak to a member of the team please call 0344 346 3000 or email enquiries@ascot.com

LOST PROPERTY For lost property enquiries please call 0344 346 3000 – Monday to Friday.

FEEDBACK We would welcome and appreciate all feedback from your day at Ascot. If you would like to share your experience, please email feedback@ascot.com

PHOTOGRAPHY Racegoers are permitted to take photographs for personal use but photography for publication or commercial purposes is only permitted by Ascot accredited photographers.

Our official photographers are: Getty Images – gettyimages.co.uk Megan Ridgewell - meganrosephotography.photoshelter.com

HORSE WELFARE At all meetings there is a team of specially qualified vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses.

During each race vets follow the horse by car and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties. It is standard practise for screens to be fixed around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This does not reflect the severity of an injury, just allows the vet some privacy and the patient a calm environment in which to recover. Please do not always assume the worst if you see screens around a fallen horse.

ABANDONMENT POLICY In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on entrance money and car parks will only be made in the following circumstances: a) Abandonment before the running of the first race – full refund. b) Abandonment before the third or feature race, whichever is later – 50% refund In the event of an abandonment, please apply to the Ticketing Team in writing within three days for a refund.

HBLB The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £1,400,093 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from September to December 2023.

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