Ascot Racecard - Saturday 22nd November by Weatherbys

C H A I R M A N ’ S

W E L C O M E

Welcome to the second day of the Ladbrokes November Racing Weekend.

This is often an extremely informative day of racing with a brace of Grade 2 races alongside two valuable handicaps which showcase stamina in the Windsor Horse Rangers Berkshire National and speed in the Castello Banfi Hurst Park Chase.

The first running of the Berkshire National in 2024 was won by Beauport who went on to run very creditably in the Grand National so we might see another Aintree contender emerge today.

On this day last year, we also saw the future Champion Hurdle winner Golden Ace who finished fourth behind Lucky Place in the Ladbrokes Ascot Hurdle and today we look to have another good-quality renewal with Grade 1 winners Potters Charm and Crambo running. We are particularly pleased to welcome the exciting Wodhooh from Ireland, a Cheltenham Festival winner whose only defeat over hurdles came in the Aintree Hurdle in April at the hands of Lossiemouth.

We are extremely grateful to Ladbrokes for their support of this weekend including three races today. The pick of those looks to be the Ladbrokes 1965 Chase where Pic D’Orhy bids for a record-breaking third win in the race up against high-class rivals in the shape of Il Est Francais, Jango Baie, Gidleigh Park and Master Chewy.

Our thanks also go to Restorations UK, Castello Banfi and Remix Dry Mortar for their support as race sponsors today.

We were absolutely delighted and incredibly proud to be named RCA Showcase Champion Racecourse at the annual RCA Showcase Awards at York Racecourse last week. Ascot is the first racecourse to win this award three times and the last time was in 2016 so this is a great accolade for the whole team here after a very successful year delivering the best possible experience to customers. We look forward to hosting the 2026 RCA Showcase Awards next November.

Our next meeting is the Howden Christmas Racing Weekend, itself the winner of the Exceptional Raceday Delivery Showcase Award last week. We hope to see you back at Ascot on 19th-20th December for what is always a fantastic two days of racing filled with Christmas spirit.

Yours sincerely,

Sir Francis Brooke Bt.

His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman

N T E N T

TODAY’S OFFICIALS & RACE CONDITIONS 64 GENERAL INFORMATION

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1st Race 12.25pm

The Restorations UK Novices' HurdleRace

RACING PAGES

Your guide to all of today’s races

Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race 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. However, for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October This particular two mile, ﬁve and a half furlong novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races.

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2nd Race 12.55pm

The Get Your Ladbrokes Free Ascot Bet Mares' Handicap Hurdle Race

This race is restricted to ﬁllies and mares aged four and above, which have been rated from 0 to 130 It will be run over two miles and about seven and a half furlongs. To qualify for a handicap rating, horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the Handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms, a horse rated 130 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 125

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3rd Race 1.30pm

The Ladbrokes 1965 Steeple Chase (Grade 2)

The ﬁrst of our two Grade 2 contests today, these races are high class contests and only bettered by a Grade 1, so expect to see some top notch horses lining up Initially, the weights in this two mile and ﬁve furlong steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards are allocated on the basis of age and sex, with four-year-olds in receipt of a 9lb allowance. Penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here. These range from 4lb for a Listed or Grade 3 victory to 6lb for a Grade 1 or Grade 2 success.

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4th Race 2.05pm

The Windsor Horse Rangers Berkshire National Handicap Steeple Chase

This is a three mile, five and a half furlong handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 150. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb

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5th Race 2.40pm

The Ladbrokes Ascot Hurdle Race (Registered as The Ascot Hurdle) (Grade 2)

Like our third race, this is another Grade 2 event, although this one is a hurdle race to be run over two miles and about three and a half furlongs. The penalty structure remains the same, but there would be no allowances for any four-year-olds taking part.

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6th Race 3.15pm

The Castello Banﬁ Hurst Park Handicap Steeple Chase

Our penultimate race is a handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards, run over two miles and one furlong. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from within a speciﬁc ratings band, this has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher-rated horses must still concede weight to their lower-rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races

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7th Race 3.45pm

The Remix Dry Mortar Novices' Handicap Hurdle Race

Our ﬁnal race is another novice hurdle, these races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race 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. However, for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular three mile novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races

K E Y TO SY MB OL S

Entry Point

Cash Machine

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

LK Bennett Boutique

Taxi Drop Oﬀ Point

Sunﬂower Lawn

Soft Play

Injured Jockeys Fund Charity Shop

Christmas Artisan Stalls

Ladbrokes’ Rewards Station

Ascot Racecourse Supports Sensory Room

Wristbands

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

A T A S C O T R A C E C O U R S E

The safety and welfare of horses and jockeys is paramount 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

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 These are now widely used across Jumps racing and have seen the risk of falling reduce by 11 per cent while also resulting in fewer superficial injuries.

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. More generally, four speciﬁcally qualiﬁed equine vets are on duty every raceday. 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

Signiﬁcant changes were 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.

Ascot’s two permanent veterinary boxes are supplemented with an X-Ray machine at all 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

For more information and facts regarding safety and welfare in horse racing, visit: horsepwr.co.uk

O F F T H E TR AC K

ARTISAN STALLS

Start your Christmas shopping by exploring the range of artisan stalls selling handmade crafts, accessories, mementos, festive treats and more.

INJURED JOCKEYS FUND

The Injured Jockeys Fund will be selling a range of products, including its popular cards, calendars and diaries, to help continue its work improving the lives of injured jockeys and their families.

LADBROKES' REWARD STATION

Ladbrokes is spreading a touch of Ladisfaction with its Rewards Station today. Ladbrokes customers can strike a pose for a 360°photo with friends and have the chance of winning tickets, free bets, and more! Not a Ladbrokes customer? Sign up at ladbrokes.com or by downloading the Ladbrokes app.

ASCOT SHOP

Visit the Ascot Shop to browse exclusive collections, on-the-day essentials and perfect gifts and mementos. Ideal for Christmas presents and stocking ﬁllers.

ASCOT SUPPORTS SENSORY ROOM

For u16s with neuro-diverse conditions who need a calm space. To speak with one of our sensory room assistants and/or to check the room is attended, simply call 07974 417253.

THE GOLDEN GUESS

Correctly guess the winner of The Ladbrokes Ascot Hurdle at 2.40pm to be in with a chance of winning tickets for an upcoming raceday. Winners also receive a bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne. Scan here to take part, over 18s only.

SOFT PLAY

Little ones can climb, crawl and have plenty of fun in our soft play area.

LK BENNETT BOUTIQUE

With Black Friday around the corner, exclusively in-store at the LK Bennett Ascot Boutique, shop everything half price for two days only. Available on the 21st and 22nd of November

W H E R E TO EA T AN D D R IN K

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 BAR & KITCHEN BY SILENT POOL GIN

This menu features a delicious burger with classic toppings, spicy piri piri chicken, Moroccan spiced falafel or scampi & chips. Also on offer is the Hot Apple Toddy, a warming blend of Silent Pool Gin, orange and apple juice, star anise, cinnamon and ginger.

Choose from seafood classics or delicious platters featuring smoked salmon, Cornish crab or dressed lobster, among other seafood treats Alternatively, try the British charcuterie board.

On The Go Bar

LAVAZZA ON 4

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

BIT AND BRIDLE COCKTAIL BAR

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

CAVIAR CLUB

W H E R E TO EA T AN D DR IN K

Queen Anne Enclosure

King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure, where these outlets and more can be found.

On The Go

FRONT RUNNER GRILL

Enjoy a selection of smashed burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries, located on the Concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring with great access to trackside.

Treat yourself to a delicious pizza made with authentic Italian dough and a choice of toppings. Located on the Concourse close to Grandstand Entrance D.

On The Go Bar

Find us on the Concourse serving soup, sausage rolls, sandwiches and cake alongside gourmet hot chocolate, tea and a selection of seasonal coffees

Named after a racing superstar, this bar, located on the Grandstand Concourse, will be serving beer, wine, spirits and alcohol-free options.

If you have an allergy or intolerance, please speak to a member of our catering team before you order or purchase any food or drink.

PIZZA & CO

LAVAZZA TIERRA

DUBAI MILLENNIUM

R A C E S P O N S O R S

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

2, 3 & 5

Restorations (UK) have over 35 years’ experience in the decontamination and drying of buildings following ﬁres and ﬂoods We believe rapid response is of utmost importance in any disaster situation, to reduce loss, risk, cost and inconvenience. This is why we’re the disaster restoration company you need by your side. For more information please visit restorations-uk.com or call 08000 926 123 (24/7)

Head of Ladbrokes PR, Alex Apati, said: “The Ladbrokes November Racing Weekend kickstarts an exciting few weeks of festive racing ahead. We’re extremely proud to be part of a meeting which is the perfect combination of racing heritage with a nod to the promising stars of the future.”

Windsor Horse Rangers are a volunteer led educational charity based in Fiﬁeld, near Windsor Their mission is to give young people the hands-on skills to care for, handle, ride and connect with horses in a supportive, nurturing and fun environment. To ﬁnd out more, visit: windsor-horse-rangers.org.uk

From the heart of Tuscany, in Italy, Banﬁ winery not only understands the roots of its wines, but also listens to the subtle variations of contemporary taste. The pioneering producer’s winemakers consistently offer a collection of wines that not only tell the story of the winery’s origin but also speak directly to the tastebuds of today’s wine lovers, proving that innovation, when rooted in respect for tradition, can elevate the art of winemaking to new heights of expression and pleasure.

Remix Dry Mortar proudly celebrates 25 years of excellence in the UK, delivering high-quality, factory-produced dry mortar and cementitious products to the construction industry Renowned for reliability, innovation and customer service, Remix has become a trusted name in dry mortar solutions, supporting projects nationwide with consistent performance, quality and technical expertise.

Ascot would like to thank all our 2025 race sponsors:

• Ascot Underwriting Ltd

• bet365

• Betfair

• BetMGM

• Carey Group Plc

• Charbonnel et Walker

• Colliers

• Darley

• Dentakay

• European Breeders Fund

• Eventmasters

• GL events

• Grundon Waste Management

• John Guest Racing Ltd

• Juddmonte

• Ladbrokes

• Mariner Systems

• Molton Brown

• Palmer & Co Champagne

• Property Race Day

• Remix Dry Mortar

• Restorations UK

• Sodexo Live!

• Tote

• Naas Racecourse

• Victoria Racing Club

• Wesco Anixter Ltd

O F F I C I A L PA RT NE RS ,

P O N S O R S & SU PP LI ER S

T H E R A C I N G P A G E S

3 P I C D ’OR HY (F R) (3 5)

B g Turgeon (USA) - Rose Candy (FR) (Roli Abi (FR))

Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mr J. Contou Carrere & Mr Y. Broca

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 10

Form: 1121-12 CD BF

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won four hurdle races and eight chases from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1 3/4l by Banbridge when second of 5 at 5-2jt-fav on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Coral Silviniaco Conti Chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 162

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. Breeder

13. Trainer(s)

14. Owner(s)

15. Age of horse

16. Horse’s sponsor details

17. Previous performances

/ = Denotes new season

– = Denotes new year

B = Brought down

F = Fell

P = Pulled up

U = Unseated rider

18. Timeform Star Rating

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.

20. Weight (stones/pounds)

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.

Harry Cobden

RACE 1

1 2 . 2 5 P M

T H E R E STO R AT I O N S U K

N OV I C E S’ H U R D L E R AC E

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

Two miles about ﬁve and a half furlongs (2m 5f 146yds) (Approx. 4,300 metres)

For novice four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £25000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £10433, 2nd £5218, 3rd £2608, 4th £1305. (Penalty Value £13615) A

See page 62 for conditions of this race.

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

No Horse

1 B L UE CA RP ET (G B) (2 2)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Yolaine (FR) (Astarabad (USA))

Owner: Mr & Mrs Ben Houghton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 5 Form: 134-21

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who built on hurdling debut promise when easily landing the odds in 3-runner novice at Wetherby (19.7f, good) 22 days ago This son of Blue Bresil has more to oﬀer and shouldn’t be underestimated for top yard TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 118

2 P E R C Y SH EL LE Y (G B) (2 9)

B g Sir Percy - She’s Gorgeous (IRE) (Acclamation)

Owner: Johnstone Partnership

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

Breeder: Johnstone Partnership

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 5 Form: 112

Sponsor: Keylocks (Ltd)

TIMEFORM VIEW Racked up 5 consecutive seconds on the Flat (when visored) and quick to make his mark in this sphere when going in at Uttoxeter and Ludlow (walk over) in the autumn. Took another step forward when second of 7 in 2m4f Cheltenham novice 29 days ago and not ruled out with visor going back on now. TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 123

3 A L AN BR E S I L (G B) (1 2)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Smuglin (Sir Harry Lewis (USA))

Owner: Nick Scholﬁeld Racing Club

Trainer: Nick Scholﬁeld, Lambourn

Breeder: R. F. Broad

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0 Form: 3-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in points in March and he shaped with promise when occupying the same spot on his hurdling bow in 2m5f novice at Kempton 12 days ago This demands a major step forward though. TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

4 E T NA BI AN CO (I RE ) (2 9)

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Donna Graciosa (GER) (Samum (GER))

Owner: L Hunt, M-A Middleton, J P Romans

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Stephen Lanigan O’Keeﬀe

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 0

Form: 13-3

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW £140,000 purchase after winning Irish point last October and he produced a promising first effort in this sphere when third of 7 in 2m4f Cheltenham novice 29 days ago Can build on it here so needs considering for his in-form handler. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 O F F TH E JU RY (I RE ) (2 59 )

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - La Pelodette (FR) (Sagamix (FR))

Owner: Mr Martin Gowing

Trainer: Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Stephen Lanigan O’Keeﬀe

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 0

Form: 3/223r2-

Sponsor: Fairplay Exchange

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score in this sphere but he posted some useful efforts last term for Alan King, signing off with a very good neck second of 16 in 2m4f handicap at Sandown in March. Changed hands for £250,000 subsequently and the clear form pick for his new yard TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 131

6 B IG TI CK ET (G B) (2 7)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Twenty Eight Guns (Black Sam Bellamy (IRE))

Owner: Mr R. Tredwin

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mark & Jane Frieze

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 13

Form: 12

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Easily won his sole start in Irish points in May and he came in a promising second of 7 in novice hurdle (5/2) at Aintree (20f, good) on NH debut 27 days ago Very much one to consider with progress on the cards. TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

Jockey

Tristan Durrell

Harry Cobden

Jonathan Burke

Brendan Powell

Richard Patrick

Sam Twiston-Davies

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25

11-8 Oﬀ The Jury (IRE), 3-1 Etna Bianco (IRE), 7-2 Percy Shelley (GB), 11-2 Big Ticket (GB), 8-1 Blue Carpet (GB), 33-1 Alan Bresil (GB)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

A clutch of these oﬀer potential but Mickey Bowen’s new recruit OFF THE JURY possesses much the best form on show and is taken to gain a deserved ﬁrst victory back in a novice having gone down narrowly in a major handicap at Sandown when last seen in the spring. James Owen’s upwardly-mobile Percy Shelley appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of Big Ticket and Blue Carpet.

5 OFF THE JURY

Trainer: Mickey Bowen

Jockey: Richard Patrick

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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

1. OFF THE JURY (IRE)

PERCY SHELLEY

BIG TICKET

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RACE 2

1 2 . 5 5 P M

THE GET YOUR LADBROKES FREE ASCOT BET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 3)

Two miles about seven and a half furlongs (2m 7f 123yds) (Approx. 4,700 metres) For four year old and upwards ﬁllies and mares

Advertised Total Prize Fund £18150. Owners Prize Money: 1st £7331, 2nd £3664, 3rd £1833, 4th £917, 5th £457. (Penalty Value £9585.01) Weights raised 5lb and Paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. See page 62 for conditions of this race No Horse

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

1 S H A N T WO P O IN TF IV E (I RE ) (1 2)

B m Shantou (USA) - All The Best Mate (IRE) (Alﬂora (IRE))

Owner: Both Ways Partnership

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: M. Sheehy

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 12 0

Form: 1224-1P D

Sponsor: Warren Greatrex Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained her third hurdle success at Cartmel (2m6f) in May. Pulled up on her chasing bow at Kempton on her return 12 days ago but she can’t be discounted quickly reverted to this sphere. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 125

2 M E RM A ID S CAV E (I RE ) (2 0)

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Kylebeg Dancer (IRE) (General Monash (USA))

Owner: A Keaveney, M Keaveney & P Butcher

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

Breeder: G. Regan

Jockey

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 13

Form: 10-1231

Sponsor: Keaveney Contractors LTD

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a remarkable seventh win since joining this yard in 2m claiming hurdle at Huntingdon 20 days ago This is tougher but she can’t be dismissed

3

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 124

RO C KO L A VO GU E (I RE ) (2 6)

B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Catwalk Babe (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson

Trainer: David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold

Breeder: Tom Radley

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10

Form: 12214-1

Sponsor: Pragnell

TIMEFORM VIEW Prone to mistakes but she resumed her progress on her return when landing 2m4f handicap hurdle at Bangor 26 days ago, despite jumping right. Up 6lb but she’s not taken lightly

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 121

4 PO RT ER IN TH E PA RK (I RE ) (1 4)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Beneﬁt of Porter (IRE) (Beneﬁcial)

Owner: Andrew Gemmell & Richard Lavelle

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: John Redmond

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 7

Form: 1-00033 D

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick without winning, third of 7 in handicap hurdle at Wincanton (21.4f, good)

14 days ago One for the shortlist. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 118

5 GO OD LO OK CH AR M (F R) (2 6 6)

B m Cokoriko (FR) - Une d’Ex (FR) (Brier Creek (USA))

Owner: The Isle of Blue and White

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 6

Form: 406/105-

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced her good record fresh when winning 2m4f handicap at Sandown last December. Well below form both starts after but it would come as no surprise to see her bounce back on her reappearance with her yard in good form. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 117

6 GAY E LE GAC Y (I RE ) (2 20 )

B m Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Gaye Memories (Overbury (IRE))

Owner: Chase The Dream and Mrs R F Knipe

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 5

Form: 152/41P- D

Sponsor: Cobhall Court Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who was in good nick last term until pulled up in 3m Ffos Las handicap hurdle in April Has gone well fresh though so must enter calculations after 7 months oﬀ TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 116

Will Featherstone (7)

Alex Chadwick (3)

Kielan Woods

Cameron Johnstone-Baker (10)

Rex Dingle

Ben Poste

7 N OT N OW L I N DA (I RE ) (1 6)

Br m Notnowcato - Moll Bawn (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Mr Michael Ariss

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Colin Motherway

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 4

Form: 014/22-0 D

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked rusty after 18 months oﬀ the track when tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Newbury (16.3f, good to soft) 16 days ago Signiﬁcantly up in trip now and this fairly useful winner can take a step forward.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 115

8 S P I T SP OT (G B) (3 2 )

Ch m Sir Percy - Taweyla (IRE) (Teoﬁlo (IRE))

Owner: Goodtimes

Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

Breeder: Des Thurlby

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 4

Form: 1-33311 D

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Improving mare who arrives on a hat-trick after a pair of 3m handicap wins at Perth this autumn, just holding on in 9-runner event on latter occasion. Up another 5lb but a likely player with few miles still on the clock.

TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 115

9 P R E S E N T I N G DOY (I RE ) (2 38 )

B m Doyen (IRE) - Heritage Quay (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Owners Group 134

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: P. Condon

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 11 2

Form: F1/412- D

Sponsor: Owners Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced point winner who landed the odds in 2m3f Lingﬁeld novice hurdle in February before advancing her form when runner-up on her handicap bow at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to soft) following month. Very much one to consider on her reappearance now upped in trip

TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 113

1 0 S TA R WA LK IN G (I RE ) (2 20 )

B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) (Flemensﬁrth (USA))

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Star

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Ms M. Russell

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 1 Form: 1/21046- D

Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winning hurdler but he ended last term with a well-beaten sixth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (23.9f, soft) in April Returns after wind surgery so could easily bounce back.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 112

1 1 M OV I D DY (I RE ) (2 4)

B m Urban Poet (USA) - Killiney Gold (IRE) (Golden Tornado (IRE))

Owner: NoelFehilyRacingSyndicate & MissJWignall

Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury

Breeder: Donal Brazil

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 10 Form: 32216-5 D

Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark over fences at Wincanton in March but made mistakes when a below-form fifth at Fakenham 24 days ago Reverts to hurdles with something to prove TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 107

1 2 B O B B I WI TH AN I (F R) (1 5)

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Adelyta (FR) (Bering)

Owner: Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Jean-Charles Haimet & Francis Picoulet

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 9 Form: P11P-4 D

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made a successful start over hurdles at Wincanton (2m5f) in January. Pulled up at Doncaster next time but she shaped well on her return when a running-on fourth of 11 in 2m2f Exeter handicap 15 days ago Has more to oﬀer, especially now returned to further Interesting. TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 106

Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 8, 10 Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No 10

Stewards Note:

GAYE LEGACY: Following its run on 16/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

STAR WALKING: Following its run on 16/4/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. 2024: SCARLET O’TARA 6 11 9 Luke Scott 5-2 (Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole) 8 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25

7-2 Presenting Doy (IRE), 9-2 Spit Spot (GB), Bobbi With An I (FR), 6-1 Rockola Vogue (IRE), 8-1 Star Walking (IRE), 9-1 Good Look Charm (FR), 10-1 Notnowlinda (IRE), Shantwopointﬁve (IRE), 11-1 Gaye Legacy (IRE), 14-1 Mermaids Cave (IRE), 20-1 Moviddy (IRE), Porter In The Park (IRE)

Tristan Durrell (3)

Conner McCann (7)

Harry Cobden

Jonathan Burke

Miss Heidi Palin (7)

Brendan Powell

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

This is wide open but BOBBI WITH AN I caught the eye when a strong-finishing fourth over 2m2f at Exeter on her recent return and this points winner can continue the fine recent form of Joe Tizzard stepped up markedly in trip Presenting Doy also looks to have more to offer with her stamina unlocked further and could emerge as the chief danger, although several others command lots of respect too, notably Spit Spot, Gaye Legacy and Rockola Vogue,

12 BOBBI WITH AN I

Trainer: Joe Tizzard

Jockey: Brendan Powell

BOBBI WITH AN I (FR)

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RACE 3

1 . 3 0 P M

T H E L A D B R O K E S

1 96 5 ST E E P L E C H A S E

( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R A D E 2 ) ( G B B R AC E )

Two miles about ﬁve furlongs (2m 5f 13yds) (Approx. 4,200 metres) For four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £80000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £34864, 2nd £14312, 3rd £7160, 4th £3576, 5th £1792. (Penalty Value £45560) A

See page 63 for conditions of this race

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

No Horse

1 M A S T ER CH EW Y (I R E ) (2 7)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Shake The Tree (IRE) (Shantou (USA))

Owner: Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: James Hoare

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10 Form: F3156-2

Sponsor: CourtiersInvestmentServicesLimited,CourtiersGroupHoldingsLimited

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who was a gutsy winner of the Game Spirit at Newbury in February. Failed to make an impact final 2 starts of last term and while his reappearance second in the Old Roan at Aintree was a creditable effort, he looks vulnerable here. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 157

2 P IC D ’O R H Y (F R) (2 1)

B g Turgeon (USA) - Rose Candy (FR) (Roli Abi (FR))

Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mr J. Contou Carrere & Mr Y. Broca

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 10 Form: 1P/11P-2 CD Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser who has landed the last 2 runnings of this and enhanced his impressive record round here when readily making all in the Betfair Ascot Chase in February. Clear of the rest when runner-up in the Charlie Hall upped to 3m on return at Wetherby and he won’t go down without a ﬁght. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 162

3 G ID L E IG H PA RK (G B) (2 33 )

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lindeman (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: The Eyre Family

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 7

Form: 116/P12- D

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles and left chase debut well behind when taking the notable scalp of Caldwell Potter in a Grade 2 Windsor novice in January. Built on that when second in an Aintree Grade 1 during the spring (Jango Baie just behind in third) and he remains open to improvement. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 155

4 JA NG O BA IE (F R) (2 33 )

B g Tiger Groom - Tenessee (FR) (Kapgarde (FR))

Owner: Countrywide Park Homes Ltd

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Andre Jean Belloir et al

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 7

Form: 22/1213- C D

Sponsor: Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice hurdler and quickly made up into a better chaser last term, the highlight being his power-packed ﬁnish to land the 2m Arkle at the Cheltenham Festival Solid third back at 2 1/2m in the Manifesto at Aintree when last seen in April (since undergone a wind op) and he’s a big player. TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 158

5 IL E S T FR A N CA IS (F R) (1 92 )

B g Karaktar (IRE) - Millesimee (FR) (Video Rock (FR))

Owner: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Haras de Saint-Voit

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 4 Form: 1P261-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Bold-jumping front runner who landed the Kauto Star at Kempton on Boxing Day 2023. Runner-up in the King George at the same meeting 12 months later and while there were also some low points last term, he will take some stopping if at his best on this ﬁrst run since rejoining the Tom George yard.TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 165

Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No 4. 2024: PIC D’ORHY (FR) 9 11 10 Harry Cobden 4-9 (Paul Nicholls) 4 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25

9-4 Il Est Francais (FR), Jango Baie (FR), 7-2 Pic D’orhy (FR), 9-2 Gidleigh Park (GB), 16-1 Master Chewy (IRE)

Jockey

Sam Twiston-Davies

Harry Cobden

Bryan Carver

Nico de Boinville

James Reveley

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

An intriguing renewal of this contest and, with a strong pace likely, JANGO BAIE could be the answer. He wouldn’t have won the Arkle had the favourite Majborough not underperformed, but he did remarkably well to emerge on top that day, all things considered, and he backed that up when third at Aintree on his ﬁnal run of last season. If Il Est Francais brings his A-game he will be a big threat, while Pic d’Orhy must be feared in his bid to win this again and Gidleigh Park also merits respect.

2 PIC D’ORHY

Trainer: Paul Nicholls

Jockey: Harry Cobden

1. JANGO BAIE (FR)

2. IL EST FRANCAIS (FR)

3. PIC D’ORHY (FR)

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RACE 4

2 .05 P M

T H E W I N D S O R H O R S E R A N G E R S

B E R K S H I R E N AT I O N A L H A N D I CA P

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

Three miles about ﬁve and a half furlongs (3m 5f 75yds) (Approx. 5,800 metres) For ﬁve year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £75000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £29460, 2nd £14730, 3rd £7365, 4th £3683, 5th £1838, 6th £923, 7th £458, 8th £233. (Penalty Value £38580)

See page 63 for conditions of this race No Horse

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

1 O U R POW E R (I RE ) (1 4)

B g Power - Scripture (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

Owner: Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiﬀ

Breeder: Mr John Hennessy

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 12 0

Form: F/2233-F C

Sponsor: Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Quite lightly raced since landing brace of 3m handicaps in 2022/23 campaign but hard to knock his consistency last term, placed on all 4 starts, ﬁnding his stamina ebbing away only late on when third in Scottish National (31.8f) in April. Rare jumping lapse over the National fences on reappearance. TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 142

2 L A R GY PO ET (I RE ) (2 7)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Our Soiree (IRE) (Milan)

Owner: Mr Charles Pelham & Mr Henry Pelham

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Kevin Cullen

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10

Form: 12/651-2

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who is a chasing sort on looks and took well to fences with a 3m Exeter handicap success in February. Oﬀ 8 months after but continued the good work when second at Fontwell 4 weeks ago and he’s in the right hands to go on progressing. Up in trip TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 138

3 M A NOTH E P EO P L E (I RE ) (2 8)

B g Mahler - Midnight Insanity (IRE) (Insan (USA))

Owner: The FOB Racing Partnership 2

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Thomas Norris

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 5 Form: 551-650

Sponsor: BresBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Cheltenham handicap (26f) for the second time in April and ran to similar level in defeat at Uttoxeter twice this summer Struggled before race took shape last month so bounce back is required TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 133

4 AS P U RO F T H E MO M E NT (I RE ) (3 4)

B g Ocovango - Nadwell (IRE) (Gold Well)

Owner: From The Ground Up Syndicate

Trainer: Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

Breeder: Oliver Whelan

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 4

Form: 133153

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 of 12 starts and ran well in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces when third of 15 in handicap chase at Limerick (3m) 34 days ago, leading in straight before headed Lot depends on whether he sees out this marked step up in trip TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 132

5 C R E D O (I RE ) (1 4)

B m Fame And Glory - Tasmani (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: Potwell Racing Syndicate II

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: John Fallon

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 4

Form: 41415-3

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper who won 2 veteran events last spring. Had excuses final start when fifth in 3m handicap chase here and pleasing return when third to stablemate Gustavian at Wincanton a fortnight ago. Stamina her forte. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 132

6 RO CK MY WAY (I RE ) (2 8)

B g Getaway (GER) - Far Rock (IRE) (Old Vic)

Owner: J P Romans & Nick Case

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Rockvale Stud

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 3

Form: 14225-0

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who ended last season with a respectable ﬁfth in the Scottish Grand National at Ayr. Had another breathing operation ahead of respectable reappearance at Cheltenham and he’s now back on his last winning mark for his red-hot stable TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 131

Jockey

Dylan Johnston (3)

Harry Cobden

Jonathan Burke

Keith Donoghue

Rex Dingle

Brendan Powell

7 R A P P E R (G B) (3 66 )

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Bling Noir (FR) (Moscow Society (USA))

Owner: The Home Farm Partnership

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Mr George Stanners

Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 2 Form: P2F0/33-

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences who shaped as if retaining ability after 6 months off when third at Aintree in 2024 Predicting his good days even when fitness was assured has been a thankless task and he wasn’t in quite the same form at Warwick a month ago Off 12 months and up in trip TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 130

8 LO R D AC CO RD (I RE ) (2 7)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Cush Jewel (IRE) (Executive Perk)

Owner: Lynne & Angus Maclennan

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Olive Troy

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 13 Form: P-06241

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful hurdler/chaser who won twice last autumn. Gradually worked his way back to top form this season, responding really well to an attacking ride when landing 7-runner handicap at Fontwell from Largy Poet Up 4lb in a better race but he’s clearly in good order

9 S N I P E (I RE ) (2 1)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces (Halling (USA))

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Snipe

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mrs Ethel Browne

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 127

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 9 Form: 3F4-444

Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to score last term but some good efforts in defeat and made an eye-catching start to the new season when fourth at Worcester, finished with running left over an inadequate trip. Bit disappointing he hasn’t fully built on that since but this sort of test perhaps what he needs now. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 123

1 0 R E G A R D E (I RE ) (2 9)

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Mazaryne (FR) (Protektor (GER))

Owner: Mr Frank McAleavy

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Philip O’Connor

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 8

Form: 13P12-3

Sponsor: BetVictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Underwent wind surgery prior to notching a fourth success over fences in a 4-runner handicap chase at Haydock and took another step forward in defeat when runner-up to a subsequent winner in April Had another breathing operation and picked up where he left oﬀ when third at Cheltenham. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 122

1 1 T H E NE W E ST ON E (I RE ) (2 9)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Thuringe (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: S Such & CG Paletta

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ronald Brown

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 6

Form: 45PP5-0

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return 2024 but saw his form tailed off, pulled-up in the Welsh and Edinburgh Nationals prior to failing to justify support in a veterans chase at Doncaster on final start of the campaign. Step back in the right direction when seventh in repeat bid at Cheltenham last month. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

1 2 M Y SI LV E R LI NI NG (I RE ) (2 7 )

Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Welsh Connection (IRE) (Welsh Term)

Owner: Mrs Celia Djivanovic

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Hannon

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 6

Form: PP3P4-4 D

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Very consistent in the 2023/23 campaign, including a win in the valuable Classic Chase at Warwick, but much more miss than hit last season, finishing a remote fourth in the Midlands National on final start. Reappearance behind a couple of these at Fontwell wasn’t devoid of promise TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

Visor worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 10 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 3, 9, 10

Stewards Note:

ROCK MY WAY: Following its run on 25/10/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.

REGARDE: Following its run on 24/10/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its right-fore shoe.

2024: BEAUPORT (IRE) 8 12 0 Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell 13-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 10 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25

7-2 Rock My Way (IRE), 6-1 Our Power (IRE), Regarde (IRE), Aspurofthemoment (IRE), 8-1 Largy Poet (IRE), 10-1 Snipe (IRE), 14-1 My Silver Lining (IRE), Lord Accord (IRE), 16-1 Credo (IRE), The Newest One (IRE), 20-1 Manothepeople (IRE), 33-1 Rapper (GB)

David Bass

Richie McLernon

Tristan Durrell (3)

Joe Anderson (3)

Sam Twiston-Davies

James Best

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

Having shaped well when ﬁfth in the Scottish National, ROCK MY WAY is expected to step up on last month’s reappearance and representing a yard in terriﬁc order, he makes plenty of appeal given he’s now on his last winning mark. Our Power can get back on track returned to regulation fences, with Credo perhaps the pick of those at longer odds.

10 REGARDE

Trainer: Jamie Snowden

Jockey: Joe Anderson

ROCK MY WAY (IRE)

(IRE)

HAYDOCK

2 . 2 5 P M

T H E B E T FA I R STAY E R S’

H A N D I CA P H U R D L E R AC E ( C L A S S 1 )

( P R E M I E R H A N D I CA P ) ( G B B R AC E )

Three miles about half a furlong (3m 58yds) (Approx. 4,800 metres) For four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total prize fund £100000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £43580, 2nd £17890, 3rd £8950, 4th £4470, 5th £2240, 6th £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

No Horse

1 S H O OT FI RS T (I RE ) (4 8)

B g Westerner - Keeps Sake (IRE) (Old Vic)

Owner: Dubai Cowboys Syndicate

Trainer: Charles Byrnes, Ireland

Breeder: Mrs D. Cashman

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 12 0

Form: 1//510F-5 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed this race oﬀ 6lb lower last year Below par in only 3 outings since but last month’s reappearance over an inadequate 2m at Tipperary was presumably just a warm up for this.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 145

2 J IN G KO BL U E (F R) (2 80 )

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Vibraye (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR))

Owner: Countrywide Park Homes Ltd

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mrs J.Rainer, Mr F.Jereczek & Mr Rainer

Jockey

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 12 0

Form: 11P/11U- D

Sponsor: Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has made a very promising start to his chase career last winter, winning a 2 1/2m Uttoxeter novice handicap before landing a 3m Windsor Grade 2. Unseated early Reynoldstown at Ascot ﬁnal start. Reverts to hurdles on return.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 145

3 H A R B O U R LA KE (I RE ) (1 96 )

Br g Shantou (USA) - Aibrean (IRE) (Winged Love (IRE))

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Miss Patricia Duﬃn

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 12 0

Form: 312P2-1 CD

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong traveller who has built up a really solid record in handicap hurdles since stepped up to 3m, including a C&D win when last seen in May. However, raised another 5lb to a clear career-high mark so he’ll need an improved performance to follow up back from 6 months oﬀ

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 145

4 R E D RI SK (F R) (2 25 )

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rolie de Vindecy (FR) (Roli Abi (FR))

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XLIV & A&J Ryan

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mme Alexandrine Berger

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 9

Form: 00/6310-

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Edged out Joyeux Machin to land a valuable prize at Uttoxeter (23f, soft) in March. Well below par over a shorter trip at Ayr the following month and not seen since. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 140

5 MA SH AN TO U (I RE ) (2 8)

B g Shantou (USA) - Ma Pretention (FR) (Great Pretender (IRE))

Owner: Mighty Acorn Stables

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Michael & Leonard Cave

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 11 7

Form: 21130-1 D

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful staying novice hurdler last season and took it up another notched when making a successful handicap debut/reappearance over 3m at Cheltenham (good to soft) last month, beating the reopposing Electric Mason by 2 3/4 lengths. Raised 9lb but there’s almost certainly more to come. TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 138

6 JOY E UX MAC H I N (F R) (4 2)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Ya d’La Joie (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR))

Owner: UTB Racing

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr Philippe Thiriet & Mr Vincent Le Roy

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 6

Form: 05322-0 D

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Found his form for Dan Skelton with 3 good placed efforts in competitive handicaps in February/March. Shaped better than the result when mid-field in the Silver Trophy on Chepstow reappearance and that should have put him spot on for this. Has also had wind surgery. Considered TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 137

Benjamin Macey (7)

Brian Hughes

Tom Cannon

Freddie Keighley (7)

Ben Jones

Harry Atkins (7)

7 HO R AC E S PE AR L (F R) (2 13 )

B g Authorized (IRE) - Yellow Queen (FR) (Slickly (FR))

Owner: Matt & Sally Burford

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis, J. Ince et al

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 4 Form: 11/1153-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won his ﬁrst 5 starts (3 bumpers, 2 hurdles) and shaped well when third of 14 in 3m Perth listed novice hurdle when last seen in April. This low-mileage 7-y-o almost certainly has even bigger performances in him this season. TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 135

8 I LOV E MY BA IE (F R) (1 59 )

B g Crillon (FR) - Ludmika (FR) (Murmure (FR))

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

Breeder: Mr Andre-Jean Belloir

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 3 Form: 13/43-0U

Sponsor: The Sporting Life

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins as a novice in the 2023/24 season but lightly raced since. Would have run creditably but set to finish no better than third when unseating at the last in 3m Kilbeggan handicap in June Off since. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 134

9 NAVA J O IN DY (G B) (2 9)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Navajo Charm (Authorized (IRE))

Owner: M Baker, K Ibberson and H Pearman

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 1 Form: 1/1143-2

Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 2m handicaps at Bangor and Newbury last autumn and signed oﬀ with a solid third of 17 in valuable event back at Newbury (2m) in February. Returned with an excellent second of 20 in 2 1/2m Cheltenham handicap last month. Likely still on workable mark after 4lb rise but stamina for 3m unknown. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 132

1 0 E L E C T R I C MA SO N (I RE ) (2 8)

B g Sandmason - Eclectica Girl (Multiplex)

Owner: KTDA Racing and Mrs Nicola Morris

Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester

Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 1

Form: 35100-2

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who landed maiden/novice hurdles at Fontwell last winter Ended last season on a low note but very much back on form when 2 3/4 lengths second of 17 to Ma Shantou on Cheltenham reappearance (3m, good to soft) 28 days ago TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 132

1 1 AC E OF SPA D E S (F R) (2 7)

B g Dink (FR) - Alinga’s Lass (IRE) (Whipper (USA))

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ace

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: G.A.E.C Stewart

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 13 Form: 21142-1

Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics

TIMEFORM VIEW Took his hurdle record to 3-7 when seeing off 5 rivals on 2 1/2m Aintree reappearance last month. Proven at 3m. Likely capable of even better for a top stable in flying form. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 130

1 2 PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS (IRE) (225)

B g Mount Nelson - Swing Bowler (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander, P&S Bryceland

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Mr Kenneth Alexander

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 12

Form: 341004-

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Wincanton in January. Not disgraced in his 3 subsequent starts and reappears after wind surgery off the mark he defied at Wincanton. Stable no stranger to success in this. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 129

1 3 TI TA N DI SC OV ERY (G B) ( 3 07 )

B or Br g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - It’s A Discovery (IRE) (Grand Plaisir (IRE))

Owner: Glastonburys, Valentine, Bibby and Paget

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 12

Form: 2126/01- D

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to his best on first start over 3m when seeing off 11 rivals in Windsor handicap (soft) in January. Off since. Should remain competitive off 6lb higher TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 129

Tom Broughton (5)

J. J. Slevin

Gavin Sheehan

Freddie Gordon (3)

Harry Skelton

Jack Tudor

Liam Harrison

1 4 N A B WO OD (I RE ) (2 1)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Glenark (IRE) (Goldmark (USA))

Owner: Mr Edward J. Ware

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Breeder: M. Cosgrave

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 11

Form: 1/62U5-1 D

Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 128

TIMEFORM VIEW Made light of an 8-month absence to win 7-runner handicap at Ayr (3m, soft) 3 weeks ago. Did it readily but he’s 5lb higher in a much stronger race now.

1 5 ES PR IT DU POT I E R (F R) (2 1)

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Absent Minded (Medicean)

Owner: The Four Lushes

Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

Breeder: Mr Sebastien Courquin

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 9

Form: 21P10/-4

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper/hurdle winner who showed he retains his ability after a long absence when 5 lengths fourth of 7 to Nabs Wood in 3m Ayr handicap 3 weeks ago This is much harder, though. TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 126

1 6 KA RA FO N (F R) (2 0)

B g Karaktar (IRE) - Labartoli (IRE) (Intello (GER))

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

Breeder: Philippe Thiriet & S.C.E.A. Haras de Pey

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 9

Form: 400F-00

Sponsor: The Sporting Life

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Clonmel maiden hurdle for Willie Mullins last December but has found things harder since. Not disgraced when 10 1/2 lengths seventh of 11 to Hartington on Carlisle yard debut but no reason why he’ll turn the tables. Goes up in trip with the tongue tie he wore when trained in France reﬁtted

TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 126

1 7 HA RT IN GTON (I RE ) (2 0)

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Duchess Dee (IRE) (Bachelor Duke (USA))

Owner: The Wychwood Partnership

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder: John O’Connor

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 5 Form: 3/5122-1

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a promising handicap debut second at Windsor in January and improved again to go one better on 2 1/2m Carlisle reappearance 3 weeks ago, staying on to lead close home in a style which suggests there could be plenty more to come now stepping up to 3m. TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 122

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 16 Tongue Strap worn by No 12. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 18 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 12. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No 6, 12. 2024: SHOOT FIRST (IRE) 8 11 10 Alex Harvey 22-1 (Charles Byrnes) 15 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25 5-1 Ma Shantou (IRE), 13-2 Hartington (IRE), 7-1 Ace of Spades (FR), 8-1 Horaces Pearl (FR), 9-1 Navajo Indy (GB), 12-1 Jingko Blue (FR), Joyeux Machin (FR), 14-1 Electric Mason (IRE), 16-1 Nab Wood (IRE), Shoot First (IRE), 20-1 Titan Discovery (GB), 22-1 Phantomofthepoints (IRE), 28-1 Esprit du Potier (FR), 33-1 Harbour Lake (IRE), 40-1 Red Risk (FR), 50-1 I Love My Baie (FR), 66-1 Karafon (FR)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

HARTINGTON shaped at Carlisle as if he’s likely to relish this step up to 3m and still looks well handicapped oﬀ only 3lb higher Ma Shantou is another low-mileage 6-y-o who surely has his best days still ahead of him and is second choice ahead of Horaces Pearl and the Dan Skelton pair, Ace of Spades and Joyeux Machin.

Danny McMenamin

Derek Fox

Sam Ewing

Sean Bowen

1. HARTINGTON (IRE)

2. MA SHANTOU (IRE)

3. HORACES PEARL (FR)

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RACE 5

2 . 40 P M

T H E L A D B RO K E S AS COT H U R D L E RAC E

(C L AS S 1 ) (G RA D E 2 ) ( R EG I ST E R E D AS T H E A S COT

H U R D L E RAC E ) (G B B RAC E )

Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 63yds) (Approx. 3,800 metres) For four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £43580, 2nd £17890, 3rd £8950, 4th £4470, 5th £2240, 6th £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) A

See page 63 for conditions of this race

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

1 C R A M BO (G B) (2 05 )

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Cardline (FR) (Martaline)

Owner: Sullivan Group Limited & Chris Giles

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 6

Form: 00/15F-0 CD

Sponsor: BresBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Won last 2 renewals of the Long Walk at this course but was disappointing when last seen at Punchestown in May and is likely to ﬁnd this trip on the sharp side

TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 156

2 GW E N N IE MAY BOY (I RE ) (2 10)

B g Mahler - Samsha (IRE) (Robin des Pres (FR))

Owner: Ms Gwendoline M Clarke

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Ms Joyce Marsh

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 6

Form: F35106-

Sponsor: Betano

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted career best when landing Rendlesham Hurdle for Dan Skelton at Haydock in February. Asked a big question on debut for new yard here, however, and is another who would prefer a longer trip

TFRHIIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 148

3 N E M E AN LI ON (G ER ) (2 54 )

B g Golden Horn - Ninfea (GER) (Selkirk (USA))

Owner: Mr Will Roseﬀ

Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Breeder: Dr. Chr. Berglar

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 6

Form: 0/2111P- D

Sponsor: Miss Lee

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who won 3 of his 5 starts last term, including Grade 2 at Fontwell (19.1f) in February. Modest in Stayers Hurdle at Cheltenham subsequently but this sort of trip will be more to his liking and he can make his presence felt here.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 151

4 POT T E R S CH AR M (I RE ) (2 1)

B g Valirann (FR) - Autumn In New York (IRE) (Shantou (USA))

Owner: El Rincon

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Gerard P. Flynn

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 3

Form: 11125-F BF

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who made a ﬁne transition to hurdling last term, winning ﬁrst 4 starts including a Grade 1 at Aintree (17f) in December Exited early on return at Wetherby 3 weeks ago but must enter calculations here.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 145

5 A LTO B E L L I (I RE ) (2 31 )

B g Maxios - Atiana (Samum (GER))

Owner: Charlie Walker and Jonny Craib

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Gestut Hof Ittlingen

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0

Form: 30/2110- CD

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Took his form to a new level last term, landing a brace of C&D handicaps during the winter Modest over longer trip in better grade at Aintree subsequently but a better showing is expected back at this venue on return to action. Had wind operation. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 147

6 C E LT IC DI NO (F R) (4 1)

Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiﬀ

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras du Mondant et al

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 11 0

Form: 11433-1 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice last year and started this season with a bang when winning the Welsh Champion Hurdle (handicap) at Chepstow last month, scoring by 2 1/4 lengths from dual subsequent winner Alexei. Clearly didn’t lack for ﬁtness that day but no surprise to see this 6-y-o improve again. TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 144

Jonathan Burke

Kevin Brogan

Conor O’Farrell

Sam Twiston-Davies

Bryan Carver

Dylan Johnston

7 W I N T E R FO G (I RE ) (2 1)

B g Papal Bull - Banphrionsa (IRE) (Flemensﬁrth (USA))

Owner: The Triple Lock Partnership

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Paddy O’Leary

Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 0 Form: 33-4504 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in several Grade 1s last season, albeit without threatening to land a real blow in any of the races in question. Ran respectably at Wetherby latest but looks up against it again here.

TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 148

8 K AT E I R A (G B) (2 1)

B m Kayf Tara - Raitera (FR) (Astarabad (USA))

Owner: Mr Stephen Bough & Dan Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 11

Form: 1/3152-1

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who made the most of good opportunity (sole rival amiss) when winning 2-runner listed Mares’ Hurdle at Wetherby (16f, good, 2/1) on return 21 days ago Clearly has more on her plate here but the step back up in trip is a plus and she has proven ﬁtness on her side

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 145

9 WO D H O O H (F R) (2 33 )

B m Le Havre (IRE) - Dhan (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: The Sundowners Partnership

Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 7

Form: 111/112-

Sponsor: Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who progressed again last term, winning Martin Pipe at Cheltenham Festival before creditable 2 3/4 lengths second of 6 to Lossiemouth in Aintree Hurdle (20f, good, 17/2) when last seen in April. Mares allowance sees her receive weight all round here and she holds obvious claims. TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 154

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No 5. 2024: LUCKY PLACE (FR) 5 11 0 Nico de Boinville 4-1 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25

11-10 Wodhooh (FR), 6-1 Celtic Dino (FR), Potters Charm (IRE), 9-1 Altobelli (IRE), 12-1 Kateira (GB), 14-1 Crambo (GB), 20-1 Nemean Lion (GER), 33-1 Winter Fog (IRE), 40-1 Gwennie May Boy (IRE)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

WODHOOH may have lost her unbeaten record behind Lossiemouth at Aintree on her ﬁnal start last season but enhanced her growing reputation and will be a tough nut to crack here. Celtic Dino beat the subsequent Greatwood winner Alexei comfortably on his return and could prove most troublesome, whilst dual course winner Altobelli can also play a part.

Harry Cobden

Tristan Durrell

Danny Gilligan

1. WODHOOH (FR)

CELTIC DINO (FR)

ALTOBELLI (IRE)

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1 CRAMBO

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien

Jockey: Jonathan Burke ABILITY

2 GWENNIE MAY BOY

Trainer: Olly Murphy

3 NEMEAN LION

Trainer: Kerry Lee

4 POTTERS CHARM

Jockey: Kevin Brogan

Jockey: Conor O’Farrell

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

5 ALTOBELLI

Trainer: Harry Fry

6 CELTIC DINO

Trainer: Sam Thomas

7 WINTER FOG

Trainer: Willie Mullins

8 KATEIRA

Trainer: Dan Skelton

ABILITY

Jockey: Bryan Carver

Jockey: Dylan Johnston

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Jockey: Tristan Durrell

9 WODHOOH

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Trainer: Gordon Elliott

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Jockey: Danny Gilligan

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3 .0 0 P M

T H E B E T FA I R ST E E P L E C H A S E

( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R A D E 1 ) ( R E G I ST E R E D A S T H E

L A N CA S H I R E ST E E P L E C H A S E ) ( G B B R AC E )

Three miles about one and a half furlongs (3m 1f 125yds) (Approx. 5,100 metres)

For ﬁve year olds and upwards

Advertised Total prize fund £200000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £86080, 2nd £35480, 3rd £17740, 4th £8880, 5th £4440. (Penalty Value £112540) A No Horse Jockey

1 G R

EY

DAW N I N G (I RE ) (2 33 )

Gr g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Lady Wagtail (IRE) (Milan)

Owner: Mr Robert Kirkland

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Grange Stud

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10

Form: 13/2P12- C

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly made up into a smart novice during 2023/24 and last-fence mistake arguably cost him the race when second to Royale Pagaille in this 12 months ago Signed oﬀ last term with a solid second in the Bowl Chase at Aintree (25f, good) and likely to make a bold bid to go one better than last year TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 166

2 H A I T I CO UL EU RS (F R) (1 6)

B g Dragon Dancer - Inchala (FR) (Argument (FR))

Owner: Conyers, McDermott and Prowting

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: DR V. Simon, Mrs V. Simon & Mr N. Simon

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10

Form: 11311-1

Sponsor: William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a revelation over fences last season, winning the National Hunt Handicap at Cheltenham prior to following up in the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse Successful start to this season under a big weight in a Newbury handicap hurdle and, on that evidence, he’s still on an upward curve.

TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 154

3 H A N D S TAN DS (I RE ) (2 0)

Br g Getaway (GER) - Wattle Bridge (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))

Owner: Mr T. P. Radford

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Brendan & Mary Fitzpatrick

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10

Form: F111P-2 BF

Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a smart performer over fences last term, winning all 3 completed starts, including Grade 1 Scilly Isles at Sandown. Didn’t jump with his usual verve when failing to land the odds on return at Carlisle, but he’s entitled to come on for that and better can be expected here.

4

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 155

ROYA L E PAGA IL LE (F R) (2 31 )

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR) (Villez (USA))

Owner: Mrs S. Ricci

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr Philippe Mace

Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 10

Form: F/1P56P- CD

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Mud lover who has landed the last 2 runnings of this, capitalising on Grey Dawning’s ﬁnal-fence error when proving 2 lengths too strong for that rival 12 months ago However, he otherwise struggled last season and, now aged 11, there’s an air of vulnerability about him this time round

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 159

5 S T E L L A R STO R Y (I RE ) (2 07 )

B g Shantou (USA) - Bally Bolshoi (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

Owner: Gigginstown House Stud

Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Breeder: R. Cotton & S. Lannigan O’Keeﬀe

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10

Form: 41422-3

Sponsor: Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 hurdles winner who landed the odds in the Florida Pearl at Punchestown on return/chase debut last November Placed in top-tier novice events at big spring festivals on final 2 starts of last term, but will need to find something extra if he’s to emerge on top here. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 154

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. 2024: ROYALE PAGAILLE (FR) 10 11 10 Charlie Deutsch 11-4 (Venetia Williams) 7 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25 10-11 Grey Dawning (IRE), 7-2 Haiti Couleurs (FR), 15-2 Handstands (IRE), 9-1 Royale Pagaille (FR), 10-1 Stellar Story (IRE)

Harry Skelton

Sean Bowen

Ben Jones

Charlie Deutsch

Sam Ewing

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

Given the rate of progress made by HAITI COULEURS as a novice last season, it’s not hard to envisage the 8-y-o making a successful leap into the big league Indeed, he produced a ﬁne weight-carrying performance on his reappearance over hurdles at Newbury, leaving the strong impression that he’ll have more to oﬀer back in this sphere during the months ahead Grey Dawning bids to atone for his unlucky defeat at the hands of Royale Pagaille in this last year and he is greatly respected.

1. HAITI COULEURS (FR) 2. GREY DAWNING (IRE) 3. ROYALE PAGAILLE (FR)

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RACE 6

3 .1 5 P M

T H E CA ST E L LO B A N F I H U R ST PA R K

H A N D I CA P ST E E P L E C H A S E

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

Two miles about one furlong (2m 172yds) (Approx. 3,300 metres) For four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £39750, 2nd £19870, 3rd £9940, 4th £4970, 5th £2480, 6th £1240. (Penalty Value £52030)

See page 63 for conditions of this race No Horse

Castello Banﬁ/Hallgarten will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 B O OT H IL L (I RE ) (3 0 8 )

B or Br g Presenting - Oyster Pipit (IRE) (Accordion)

Owner: Brian & Sandy Lambert

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Noel James

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 12 0

Form: FF4/2F4- CD

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Took this prize in 2023 but very lightly raced last season and he came in a well-beaten last of 4 in Clarence House over C&D in January. This veteran needs to hit the ground running after 10 months oﬀ

TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 157

2 J P R ON E (I RE ) (1 5)

B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Knightess (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Mr J. P. Romans

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Robert Allen

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 8

Form: 13405-3 D

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Haldon Gold Cup winner last season. Could only manage 22 lengths third of 6 in that same race on reappearance 15 days ago but could come on for the run and well handicapped if ﬁrst-time cheekpieces give him a lift.

TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 151

3 C A L IC O (G ER ) (2 9)

B g Soldier Hollow - Casanga (IRE) (Rainbow Quest (USA))

Owner: Mr John J Reilly

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 6

Form: 13432-1

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced good record fresh when landing a second successive win in the 2m handicap at the Cheltenham October meeting. Raised 7lb to a clear career-high mark and it may ﬁnd him out.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 149

4 B R OO K IE (I RE ) (2 9)

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Presenting d’Azy (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Miss A F Rugg

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Arthur Fennelly

Sam Twiston-Davies

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 6

Form: 0312-43

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Made great strides as a novice over fences last season, winning twice, and he shaped well after 5 months oﬀ when 7 3/4 lengths third of 9 to Calico at Cheltenham (2m, good) 29 days ago, faring best of those held up One of 2 solid contenders for stable which continues in form.

TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 149

5 S A NS BR U I T (F R) (2 1)

B g Triple Threat (FR) - Swedish Dancer (IRE) (Teoﬁlo (IRE))

Owner: Mr Andy Peake

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Societe D’Entrainement Louis Baudron

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0

Form: 5P411-6 D BF

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Front-runner who ended last season on the up with 2m handicap wins at Aintree and Plumpton in the spring. Weakened as if possibly needing the run when 13 lengths sixth of 10 to Teddy Blue on C&D reappearance 3 weeks ago. Should last longer now. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 143

6 M A R TATOR (F R) (1 5)

B g Martaline - Tornada (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))

Owner: Camilla Norton

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr H. Des Ste Gauburge

Horse Age: 8

Weight: 10 10

Form: 30600-5 CD

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a 5-timer when bolting up in this 12 months ago but he’s found life tougher since, including distant ﬁfth of 6 in Haldon Gold Cup on reappearance 15 days ago. Below last year’s winning mark but arrives with a point to prove TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 139

Jockey

Bryan Carver

Brendan Powell

Tristan Durrell (3)

Harry Cobden

Ned Fox (5)

7 T E D DY BL U E (G ER ) (2 1)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER) (Iffraaj)

Owner: Hale Sargent Evans Clifton

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 6 Form: 51120-1 CD Sponsor: OLBG

TIMEFORM VIEW Has turned over a new leaf since joining Harry Derham and better than ever when proving 3/4-length too strong for the reopposing Gabriel’s Getaway on C&D reappearance 3 weeks ago A 4lb rise shouldn’t prevent another prominent showing.

TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 135

8 GA B R I E L’ S GE TAWAY (I RE ) (2 1)

B g Getaway (GER) - Chosen Destiny (IRE) (Well Chosen)

Owner: Buckingham, Chapman, Kingston & Langford

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Kedrah House Stud

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 4 Form: 31/5-P22

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned with a pair of good runner-up eﬀorts this autumn, latterly going down by 3/4 length to Teddy Blue over C&D (good). Shouldn’t be much between them on the revised terms.

TFRHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 133

9 KOT M A S K (F R) (2 7)

Ch g Masked Marvel - Kotkiline (FR) (Martaline)

Owner: Aura Racing

Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham

Breeder: S.C.P Haras Des Coudraies

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 2 Form: 21602-5 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful here last winter. Also a good second over C&D in March and should be sharper for last month’s Fontwell reappearance.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 131

1 0 S H A K EYATA I L F E AT H E R (I RE ) (2 1)

B m Workforce - Beneﬁt Lodge (IRE) (Beneﬁcial)

Owner: Mr T. C. McKeever

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Knockhouse Stud Ltd

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 2

Form: 11-3515 D

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed her progress with a ready success in 5-runner handicap at Kelso (17f, good) in October but behind a few of these rivals over C&D 3 weeks ago TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 129

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6. 2024: MARTATOR (FR) 7 12 0 Ned Fox 13-8 (Venetia Williams) 8 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25

4-1 Teddy Blue (GER), 6-1 JPR One (IRE), 13-2 Martator (FR), 15-2 Kotmask (FR), Gabriel’s Getaway (IRE), 17-2 Brookie (IRE), 10-1 Boothill (IRE), 14-1 Shakeyatailfeather (IRE), 16-1 Calico (GER), Sans Bruit (FR)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

It’s possible JPR ONE’s stamina was just stretched by rain-softened ground in the 17.5f Haldon Gold Cup on his reappearance. He’s now well treated on his best form and might be worth chancing in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces. The main threat may come from Brookie and recent C&D 1-2 Teddy Blue and Gabriel’s Getaway

1. JPR ONE (IRE)

1 2 3 4

2. BROOKIE (IRE)

3. TEDDY BLUE (GER)

Paul O’Brien

Rex Dingle

Caoilin Quinn

Miss Heidi Palin (7)

5 SANS BRUIT

Trainer: Paul Nicholls

Jockey: Harry Cobden

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RACE 7

3 . 4 5 P M

T H E R E M I X D RY M O R TA R

N OV I C E S’ H A N D I CA P H U R D L E R AC E

( C L A S S 4 ) ( G B B R AC E )

Three miles about half a furlong (3m 102yds) (Approx. 4,800 metres)

For novice four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £16500. Owners Prize Money: 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)

See page 63 for conditions of this race.

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

No Horse

1 A B S O L U T ELY DOY E N (I RE ) (1 6)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Duffys Present (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Ian Moore

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mrs Kathleen Duﬀ

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 12 0 Form: 2242-11

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in maiden hurdles for Fergal O’Brien last term and landed the odds in one at Stratford on return/debut for new yard Had no trouble following up in a 2 1/2m Sedgeﬁeld novice recently and, with further progress likely now upped in trip for this handicap bow, he’s of strong interest.

TFRHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 115

2 ROAD SE NA M (F R) (2 4)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Madison Road (IRE) (Hernando (FR))

Owner: Miss Kirstin Young

Trainer: Ella Pickard, Taunton

Breeder: Mr Pierre Senamaud

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 12 Form: P0/215/-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who won a minor event over fences at Le Touquet in 2023/24 Didn’t show much starting out for this yard following almost 2 years oﬀ at Newton Abbot, though, and it’s best to look elsewhere.

TFRHIIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 113

3 M IS S GO LD FI RE (I RE ) (2 8)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Miss McGoldrick (IRE) (Kasakov)

Owner: Harry Fry Racing Syndicate Miss Goldﬁre

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Mr John Connolly

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10 Form: 221-120

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at up to 3m during the spring before going close in hat-trick bid in a 4-runner Uttoxeter novice in June Failed to land a blow on return at Cheltenham last month, but she should be sharper now and it will be no surprise to see her take a hand in the ﬁnish.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 111

4 UO KH UN (I RE ) (1 5)

B m Arcadio (GER) - Status Update (IRE) (Norwich)

Owner: Mr JWE Bevin

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Breeder: Mrs V. Wilkinson

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 9 Form: 3101-63 D

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at around 3m in handicaps at Hexham and Southwell during the spring. Drop back to 2m was clearly against her when third in a 14-runner novice at the former course on her recent reappearance, but will need to raise her game if she’s to come out on top here.

TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 110

5 A S L U KG O E S (G B) (5 1)

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - She’s The Lady (Unfuwain (USA))

Owner: Mr H. Jones

Trainer: Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Mr R. S. Brookhouse

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 4

Form: 10//-21P4

Sponsor: Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful 3-time bumper winner in 2022/23 and struck at second time of asking over hurdles back from a long absence at Worcester (2m, good) in July Far from disgraced when fourth upped to 20.4f at Southwell, but couldn’t be sure that this stiﬀer test will be in his favour on debut for new yard

TFRHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 105

6 DO C TOR MI DA S (F R) (5 0)

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Thea (GER) (Sholokhov (IRE))

Owner: Carol & Chris Jackson & Henrietta Knight

Trainer: Henrietta C Knight, Wantage

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Fontaine

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2

Form: 55234-3

Sponsor: Henrietta Knight

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a Ludlow maiden hurdle on final start for Nicky Henderson in February. Bettered previous efforts for this yard when third of 8 on return in a Fontwell handicap (21.8f, good to soft) last month and, now 2lb lower, he has to enter calculations. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 103

Jockey

Harry Cobden

Miss Megan Bevan (7)

Ciaran O’Shea (7)

Kielan Woods

Shane Fenelon (5)

Brendan Powell

7 N I G H T STA L K E R (G B) (1 2)

Ch g Sixties Icon - Shadows Ofthenight (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Owner: Miss Sheena West

Trainer: Sheena West, Lewes

Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Form: 5U2/-263

Sponsor: Southdowns Unleashed

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on both completed starts in maiden hurdles, including when chasing home easy winner Absolutely Doyen back from a break at Stratford. Fair to say that he hasn’t improved in handicaps over 21f the last twice, but this stiﬀer test could help eke out a bit more. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 103

8 A N OT H E R DAY OU T (I RE ) (3 0)

B m Ocovango - Earthshan (IRE) (Anshan)

Owner: Lloyd Jessup & Proctor

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ms Linda Twomey

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 12

Form: 4520-32 D

Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner back over fences last season and stepped up on her reappearance display when second in a mares ’ handicap chase at Ludlow (23.8f, good to soft) 4lb lower back hurdling and she’s not discounted TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 99

9 C R E A DA N GR AC E (I RE ) (2 2)

Gr m Kingston Hill - Tenerife Pearl (IRE) (Bravefoot)

Owner: Mr James W. Power

Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Breeder: Mrs Noeline R. Power

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 8

Form: 00-6061 D

Sponsor: Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEW Found some improvement upped to 24.3f when opening her account at Down Royal where she got on top in the dying strides. However, she doesn’t look at all well treated oﬀ this 13lb higher British mark. TFRHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 95

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. 2024: JALISCO STAR (IRE) 6 10 10 Kevin Brogan 22-1 (Laura Horsfall) 9 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 3.00pm 21/11/25 6-4 Absolutely Doyen (IRE), 11-2 Creadan Grace (IRE), Miss Goldﬁre (IRE), 6-1 Another Day Out (IRE), 8-1 Doctor Midas (FR), 9-1 Aslukgoes (GB), Night Stalker (GB), 12-1 Uokhun (IRE), 100-1 Road Senam (FR)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

With the promise of better to come from ABSOLUTELY DOYEN now faced with a stiﬀer test on this handicap debut, he is taken to complete the hat-trick and maintain his 100% record for Paul Nicholls. Doctor Midas took a step back in the right direction at Fontwell and he is next on the list ahead of Night Stalker

Trainer: Paul Nicholls

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Marc Goldstein

James Best

Danny Gilligan

C O M I N G UP AT AS CO T

HOWDEN CHRISTMAS RACING WEEKEND

FRIDAY 19th &

SATURDAY 2Oth DECEMBER

Gather family and friends to celebrate the festive season in style and enjoy the most valuable meeting of Ascot’s Jumps season. The competition is set to be thrilling with Friday featuring the Grade 2 Howden Noel Novice’s Chase alongside a Listed bumper and Saturday headlined by the Grade 1 Howden Long Walk Hurdle.

On Saturday’s family day there’s plenty of seasonal fun for younger racegoers including face painting and festive arts & crafts.

Father Christmas and his reindeer will be in attendance and Mrs Christmas will return for her much-loved story telling before the carol singing ﬁnale.

Tickets from £20 per person Under 18s go free Group rates apply

BETMGM CLARENCE HOUSE CHASE RACEDAY

SATURDAY 17th JANUARY

Banish the January blues with a winter outing to the BetMGM Clarence House Chase Raceday, part of the Berkshire Winter Millions Weekend. As ever the racecourse will be a hive of activity with warming winter dishes, seasonal cocktails and the unmistakable Ascot atmosphere alongside a fantastic card of top class Jumps racing.

Tickets from £19 Under 18s go free Group rates available

BETFAIR ASCOT CHASE

RACEDAY

SATURDAY 14th FEBRUARY

A standout occasion in the Jumps season with the Grade 1 Betfair Ascot Chase always providing a thrilling contest and the Grade 2 Reynoldstown Novices’ Chase showcasing potential stars of the future. Join us for exhilarating racing, endless excitement and sporting excellence.

Tickets from £24

Under 18s go free Group rates available

SPRING FAMILY RACEDAY

SUNDAY 29th MARCH

The final fixture of Ascot’s Jumps season, and our first family raceday of 2026, offers a thrilling combination of Jumps racing and free countryside themed entertainment to ensure plenty of action both on and off the track.

Tickets from £24

Under 18s go free Group rates available

Ascot Chase Raceday

Family Raceday

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Family Raceday

November Racing Weekend

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ASCOT AUTHORIT Y (HOLDING S)

LIMITED BOARD

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. (Chairman and His Majesty’s Representative)

Felicity Barnard

Lady Celina Carter

Ian McGregor CVO

Harry Morley

Jonathan Parker

Lisa Perrin

Nick Smith LVO

STEWARDS

Richard Westropp (Chief Steward)

Richard Fuller (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Sophie Candy

Katie Dowson

Steve Drowne

Michael Walton

OFFICIALS

Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course

Chris Stickels

Starters

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Clerk of the Scales

Graham Ford

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COMPANY SECRETARY

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Judge Emily Jones

Doctors

Dr Peter Johnson

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Dr Guy Mitchell

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Commentator

Ian Bartlett

Betting Ring Managers

Andrew Boardley

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Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Peter Double

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Christine Hannaford

Nick Holman

Vince McKevitt

Stuart Shilston

R A C E CO ND IT IO NS

Handicapper

James Norris

Veterinary Officer

Kanichi Kusano

Veterinary Surgeons

Simon Knapp, CVO, BVetmed, BSc, MRCVS

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CertEP CertVA MRCVS

Jamie Knapp, BVSc, MRCVS

Bobby McEwen, BVSc MRCVS

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Ian McGregor CVO

First Race 12.25 - THE RESTORATIONS UK NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13615 to the winning horse, the second to receive £6272, the third £3135 and the fourth £1570. For novice four-year-olds and upwards. Enter by noon, November 17th and pay £125 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb, 5-y-o and up 11st. Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 5lb, of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 8lb Restorations UK has generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £125 Closed November 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money: Winner £10433, Second £5218, Third £2608, Fourth £1305. (Penalty Value £13615) A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 12.55 - THE GET YOUR LADBROKES FREE ASCOT BET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9585 to the winning horse, the second to receive £4410, the third £2205, the fourth £1103 and the ﬁfth £549. For four-year-old and upwards ﬁllies and mares only, rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £65 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Ladbrokes 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 Ladbrokes 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. 23 entries at £82. Closed November 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money: Winner £7331, Second £3664, Third £1833, Fourth £917, Fifth £457 (Penalty Value £9585.01) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.30 - THE LADBROKES 1965 STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45560 to the winning horse, the second to receive £17096, the third £8560, the fourth £4264 and the ﬁfth £2144. For four-year-olds and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to entry. Enter by noon, November 17th and pay £400 stake, supplementary entry by noon, November 19th and pay £1926 stake. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb, 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Listed or Premier Handicap/Grade 3 steeple chase 4lb, of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France). Ladbrokes has 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 Ladbrokes 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. 11 entries at £400. Closed November 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money: Winner £34864, Second £14312, Third £7160, Fourth £3576, Fifth £1792. (Penalty Value £45560) A SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.05 - THE WINDSOR HORSE RANGERS BERKSHIRE NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £38580 to the winning horse, the second to receive £17737, the third £8872, the fourth £4432, the fifth £2220, the sixth £1102, the seventh £555 and the eighth £277 For five-year-olds and upwards, rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £350 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £70 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £280 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ascot Racecourse will pay a £15,000 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 2025 Ascot Racecourse will also pay a £5,000 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, The Berkshire National or the Silver Cup at Ascot in 2025 A memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 14 entries, 1 at £70 and 13 at £350 Closed November 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money: Winner £29460, Second £14730, Third £7365, Fourth £3683, Fifth £1838, Sixth £923, Seventh £458, Eighth £233. (Penalty Value £38580)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 2.40 - THE LADBROKES ASCOT HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as The Ascot Hurdle Race) (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, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to entry. Enter by noon, November 17th and pay £500 stake, supplementary entry by noon, November 19th and pay £1716 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb, 5-y-o and up 11st. Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Listed or Premier Handicap/Grade 3 hurdle race 4lb, of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented 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 Ladbrokes. 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. 12 entries at £500 Closed November 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money: Winner £43580, Second £17890, Third £8950, Fourth £4470, Fifth £2240, Sixth £1120 (Penalty Value £56950) A SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 3.15 - THE CASTELLO BANFI HURST PARK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £52030 to the winning horse, the second to receive £23920, the third £11960, the fourth £5980, the fifth £2990 and the sixth £1490 For four-year-olds and upwards Enter by noon, November 4th and pay £100 stake, confirm by noon, November 17th and pay £400, declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Penalties, after November 9th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 5lb. Castello Banfi have kindly 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 Castello Banfi. 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 or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including the Sunday after Closing, may be taken into account. 22 entries, 9 at £100, 13 at £500 Closed November 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money: Winner £39750, Second £19870, Third £9940, Fourth £4970, Fifth £2480, Sixth £1240. (Penalty Value £52030)

SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 3.45 - THE REMIX DRY MORTAR NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse, the second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the ﬁfth £499. For novice four-year-olds and upwards, rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £69 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £54 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 20th. Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Remix Dry Mortar 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 Remis Dry Mortar. 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 at £69 Closed November 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money: Winner £6664, Second £3331, Third £1667, Fourth £833, Fifth £416 (Penalty Value £8713.65)

SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE.

G E N E R A L IN FO RM

AT IO N

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H O R S E W E L F A R E

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.

A B A N D O N M E N T PO LI CY

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

Where the provision of hospitality services has commenced and the raceday is subsequently abandoned there will be no refund for the hospitality.

In the event of an abandonment there is no need to contact us, we will be in touch with next steps and any required actions.

H B L B

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £1,327,940 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.

LUCKY PLACE ( front cover)

Winner of the 2024 Howden Ascot Hurdle

Jockey: Nico de Boinville Trainer: Nicky Henderson

Owners: Mrs G Van Geest & M George

Breeder: E Aubree & Mrs J Goffin Van Aken