Ayr Racecard - Tuesday 29th November

TOP TRAINERS TOP JOCKEYS

JAMES EWART

11%

S U C C E S S RA T E

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

6 WINS FROM 57 RUNNERS

James has been sending out winners from his Langholm stables for many years and comes here this afternoon with several runners. These include Nikgarde off what looks like an attractive mark in the Virgin Bet Handicap Hurdle at 12.35pm. He also gives Community Rebel his second start under rules in the Virgin Bet Novices’ Hurdle at 12.00pm and Lemoine is an interesting runner in the Virgin Bet “Junior” National Hunt Flat Race at 2.10pm.

LAURA MORGAN

31%

S U C C E S S RA T E AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 4 WINS FROM 13 RUNNERS

Laura trains in Leicestershire and over the past few seasons has been building up a reputation as a very shrewd operator She has a healthy strike rate here and has two runners this afternoon. Whistleinthedark contests the Virgin Bet Handicap Hurdle at 12.35pm and this lightly raced seven-year-old is making his stable debut having previously been trained by Richard Hawker Diakosaint is another stable debutante in the Virgin Bet Handicap Chase at 2.40pm having finished third at Sedgefield on his last outing for Phil Kirby

STUART

11%

CRAWFORD

S U C C E S S RA T E AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 9

WINS FROM 80 RUNNERS

The Larne based trainer has been coming to Ayr for many seasons and has enjoyed a lot of success in particular with his younger horses. In recent years many of those have been owned by Simon Munir and Isaac Souede and his runners this afternoon include Largy Shark who runs in these famous colours in the opening Virgin Bet Fives Novices Hurdle as does Carnfunnock who makes his hurdles debut at 1.10pm after winning a National Hunt Flat Race last time out at Down Royal.

SEAN QUINLAN

Sean is right up there with the very best riders in the country and is enjoying another fine season. He rides No Regrets for Nicky Richards in today’s feature contest the Virgin Bet Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase at 1.40pm and connections will be hoping for a big run from the eight-year-old who is having his second start over the bigger obstacles having won two hurdle races. Sean’s other rides include Maughold Head, also for Nicky Richards, in the Virgin Bet Novices’ Hurdle at 1.10pm.

DANNY MCMENAMIN

A very talented young jockey, Danny is increasingly in demand from a variety of trainers and has several good bookings this afternoon including Gaillimh A Stor for Nick Alexander in the opening Virgin Bet Fives Novices’ Hurdle. This young horse won here in March and was second at Kelso earlier this month. He comes back in distance today from that last run.

DARYL JACOB

Daryl rides for owners Simon Munir and Isaac Souede and comes to Ayr this afternoon to ride Largy Shark in the opening Virgin Bet Fives Novices’ Hurdle and Carnfunnock in the Virgin Bet Novices’ Hurdle over two miles at 1.10pm. One of the top riders in the country Daryl has a good strike rate here and will be hoping to enhance that today

BRUCE AND BRIAN JOINT TOP

Bruce Lynn has joined Brian Hughes at the top of the 2022-2023 Jockeys Championship at Ayr after riding Nick Alexander’s Fortescue Wood to victory in the Virgin Bet Novices’ Hurdle at our Virgin Bet Raceday on November 9. They are locked together on 15 points with Danny McMenamin close up on 13 points in third spot and Sean Bowen and Conor O’Farrell two points further behind.

Nick Alexander heads the Trainers Championship on 23 points chased by Nicky Richards on 20, Lucinda Russell on 17 and Gordon Elliott on 14 Tarzan Bloodtsock head the Owners Championship by four points from Raymond Anderson Green and Suzy and Mark Russell.

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting.

JOCKEYS

Aaron Anderson 2.40

Edward Austin 12.00

Callum Bewley 12.35, 1.10

Henry Brooke 12.35 Ross Chapman 12.35, 2.40

Aidan Coleman 1.40 Sam Coltherd 2.40

TRAINERS

N. W. Alexander

Mr Stephen Connor 12.35 1.10 3.10

Lewis Dobb 3.10

Alan Doyle 2.40 Derek Fox 12.00 1.10 2.40

Mr Jack Holliday 3.10

Daryl Jacob 12.00, 1.10, 1.40 Dylan Johnston 3.10

Peter Kavanagh 12.35 2.10

Bruce Lynn 12.35, 2.10, 3.10

Ryan Mania 12.35, 2.40 Conner McCann 2.10

Danny McMenamin 12.00, 12.35, 2.10 Mr Carl Millar 3.10

Nathan Moscrop 1.40

Stephen Mulqueen 12.00, 2.40

Craig Nichol 12.35, 1.40, 2.40

Conor O’Farrell 12.00 1.10 1.40 2.10, 2.40 Sean Quinlan 12.00 1.10 1.40 2.10, 2.40

Conor Rabbitt 3.10

William Shanahan 1.10

Patrick Wadge 2.40 Adam Wedge 12.35 2.40

12.00, 12.35, 1.40, 2.10, 3.10

Daragh Bourke 12.35 2.40

Stuart Coltherd 2.40, 3.10

S. R. B. Crawford 12.00, 12.35, 1.10, 1.40, 3.10

Rose Dobbin 12.35, 1.40

Ian Duncan 12.00 2.40

James Ewart 12.00, 12.35, 2.10, 3.10

Chris Grant 2.10

Iain Jardine 1.10, 2.10

Donald McCain 12.35 2.10

Jean McGregor 2.40

Rebecca Menzies 1.40

L J Morgan 12.35, 2.40 Olly Murphy 1.40

Nicky Richards 1.10, 1.40

Pauline Robson 12.00

Paul Robson 1.10 Russell Ross 2.40

Lucinda Russell 12.00, 1.10, 2.10, 2.40 Nigel Slevin 3.10

R. Mike Smith 12.35 1.10 2.40

Sandy Thomson 2.40

Martin Todhunter 12.35, 2.40

Donald Whillans 12.35 3.10

Ewan Whillans 3.10 William Young Jnr 2.40

MEET THE TEAM

David Brown Managing Director

Graeme Anderson Clerk of the Course/Head Groundsman

Lindsey Smith Sales & Marketing Manager

Ross Donald

Raceday Operations Manager

Sam Shields Head Chef

Jim MacLellan Owners & Trainers Liaison

Jane McManus Winning Connections

Jim Delahunt

Raceday Presenter

THE VIRGIN BET FIVES NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8500 Prize Money £4629 to the winning horse, the second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533

Eric A. Elliott Pauline Robson, Capheaton T B Cuadra Africa SL Tote S Yet to place in three starts. Pulled up 3 out when 18-1 at Kelso over 2m 2f (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Masked Crusader in April on his latest outing. Looks up against it and may fare better when entering handicap company Official BHA Rating 3 COMMUNITY REBEL (IRE) (24) 3-5314 6 11-0 Br B g Asian Heights Cnocbui Cailin (IRE)

Edward Austin (5) J O The Craig Farm Syndicate James Ewart, Langholm T B Mr James O’Donovan Fitzdares, Clyde Power & Renewables Limited S A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on good yielding ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Salvino when fourth of 7 at 22-1 on his hurdling debut at Kelso over 2m 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Shaped with promise on that first appearance under Rules and is one to note. Official BHA Rating 4 LARGY SHARK (GB) (16) 05-4 5 11-0 Br B g Califet (FR) Lady of Scarvagh (IRE) Daryl Jacob J O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B A. W. Buller Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Summer Melody when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Navan over 2m (yielding) earlier this month. May have more to offer now up in trip on his hurdling debut and can’t be discounted. Official BHA Rating 5 BOLT MAN (GB) (20) 03-P6

Mulqueen J

C. Dawson Dawn Developments Ltd S

in all four starts. Well beaten at 150-1 behind Step Above when sixth of 9 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month. This rates another tall order and he is probably best watched. Official BHA Rating

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3RD 4TH TIME

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GAILLIMH A STOR did little wrong when finishing second here on his seasonal debut earlier in the month and compensation could await today if producing a similar performance. Community Rebel finished just under three lengths behind the selection in fourth that day and, with improvement a distinct possibility following that first start under Rules, he rates the chief threat. Largy Shark and Monochromix both make their first appearance over hurdles and may chase the aforementioned duo home.

totewin:

Gaillimh

A Stor toteeachway: Community Rebel

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THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8100 Prize Money £4030 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1856, the third £927, the fourth £464, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350

RACE

STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

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CHARM OFFENSIVE (FR) (20) 23411-2 CD 8 12-0

Br B m Le Triton (USA) Go Lison (FR)

Bruce Lynn (5) J O The Nags to Riches Partnership N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B E.A.R.L. de Faydeau Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten a neck by Eternally Yours when second on her latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month. Has a solid chance if she can run to a similar level. Official BHA Rating 115 2 KINGFISHER LANE (IRE) (16) 00-6100

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) Taisilk (IRE)

6 11-10

Mr Stephen Connor (7) J

O Miss E. Hamilton S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Miss E. Hamilton Tote S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on yielding soft ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Maxxum when 15th of 22 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 6f (yielding) earlier this month. Still has scope but does need to post a better effort this time. Official BHA Rating 111

3 GOLD EMERY (FR) (281) 0P11- 6 11-9

Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) Queissa (FR) Peter Kavanagh (5) J O Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & M. Joel Poitou

Proactive Personnel Limited S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 1f and 3m on soft and heavy ground. A winner at 5-2 in a maiden hurdle at Carlisle over 2m 1f on his debut under NH Rules in February, beating Ritson by 1 1/4l. Up in trip and it’s very likely there is more to come. Official BHA Rating 110

WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE) (255) 24/2133- 7 11-9 Br B g Fame And Glory Last of Many (IRE) Adam Wedge J O Racing On Together Club L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

Mrs Kathleen McKeever A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Third of 4 behind Notre Pari on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 3f in March. Debut

9 JET LEGS (IRE) (12) S62-46 5 11-0 Br B g Jet Away Supreme Magical Callum Bewley J O Mrs Suzy Brown & Mr Peter R Brown Martin Todhunter, Penrith T B Michael McCullagh Weatherbys Racing Bank S Placed in a hurdle race from five starts. Finished 18l behind Applesandpierres when sixth of 12 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m (soft) earlier this month. Has shown promise over hurdles and looks worth another try at this trip. Official BHA Rating 101 10 YOUNG MOLONEY (IRE) (12) 55F-220 5 10-3 Br B m Mustameet (USA) Run Fly Run (IRE) Ross Chapman J O Mrs Janet Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T B Ciara and Michael Carty L.I.P Construction Ltd S Placed in two hurdle races from six starts. Well beaten behind I Am Gonna Be when last of 7 in a maiden hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has made the frame at fancy prices twice before and is dangerous to underestimate. Official BHA Rating 90 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: OPERATION OVERLORD (IRE) 6 11 12 Derek Fox 10-3 (Lucinda Russell) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Stewards Note: NIKGARDE: Following its run on 30/3/2021 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Charm Offensive (FR), 5-1 Gold Emery (FR), 11-2 Gentleman de Mai (FR), 7-1 Whistleinthedark (IRE), 11-1 Dot Cotton (IRE), 12-1 Jet Legs (IRE), 14-1 Nikgarde (FR), Young Moloney (IRE), 16-1 Kingfisher Lane (IRE), Nights In Venice (GB)

A good handful of these have scope to make good progress over hurdles and the likes of Gold Emery, Whistleinthedark and Gentleman De Mai all appeal as worthy of serious consideration at this level. However, CHARM OFFENSIVE has shown a real zest for racing at Ayr and, having also shown improvement with cheekpieces applied on her last two outings, this return to familiar surroundings can help her defy top weight for a third course success. totewin: Charm Offensive

THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8500 Prize Money £4629 to the winning horse, the second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Richards (38 wins from 186 runners, 20%) runs MAUGHOLD HEAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs MAUGHOLD HEAD LONGEST TRAVELLERS: CARNFUNNOCK & MAIMIE’S MAGIC trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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CARNFUNNOCK (IRE) (25) 313-01 CD 5 11-0

Br B g Getaway (GER) Simply Erin (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Edward McMahon

Successful in two NH flat races at 2m and 2m 1f on good to soft and yielding - soft ground. A winner at 9-4 in a NH flat race at Down Royal over 2m 1f (yielding soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Better Days Ahead by 1 1/4l. He can mount a bold bid. Official BHA Rating

2 KAUTO OF GOLD (FR) (38) 50 4

Br Ch g Full of Gold (FR) Kauto Byzanlyna (FR)

11-0

Callum Bewley J

O Mr Colin Thomas Paul Robson, Hawick T B Mme Marie-Louise Aubert

Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 200-1 behind Snake Roll when seventh of 14 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) last month. He’ll need to take a step forward if he’s to have a say this afternoon. Official BHA Rating

3 KONDO ISAMI (IRE) (36) 4 4 11-0

Br Ch c Galileo (IRE) Zouzou (AUS) William Shanahan (7) J

O Mr John Murphy R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Coolmore

Well beaten at 14-1 behind Sizing Pottsie when fourth of 9 on his NH debut in a hurdle race over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. That experience should stand him in good stead and improvement isn’t out of the question. Official BHA Rating 4 MAUGHOLD HEAD (GB) (36) 5-02 5 11-0 Br B g Fame And Glory Misty Lass (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Wood Farm Stud Trust Inns Limited S Placed once in three starts. Beaten 18l by Sizing Pottsie when second of 9 at 5-1 on his hurdling debut over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. He shaped with plenty of promise there and looks a likely candidate in this line-up. Official BHA Rating 5 ONE MILL HARBOUR (FR) (-) 5 11-0 Br Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) Kavusakan (FR) Derek Fox J O Bernardine and Sean Mulryan Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B J. C. Haimet

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RACE RESULT DISTANCES

CARNFUNNOCK had displayed good form in bumpers before getting off the mark at Down Royal earlier this month, and the son of Getaway is fancied to strike on his hurdling bow today. Maughold Head finished second behind an impressive winner over C&D last time out and he must be respected with improvement likely. The lightly-raced Paramaribo is another to consider following a handful of creditable efforts on the Flat, while One Mill Harbour shouldn’t be underestimated either.

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SADDLING

NOTICES

THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £15400 Prize Money £7624 to the winning horse, the second to receive £3512, the third £1755, the fourth £879, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350

2M 4F 110Y

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

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1 GOLD CUP BAILLY (FR) (30) 132/3-1 D 6 11-10

Br Ch g Turgeon (USA) Vida Sure Bailly (FR) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Mr B. Bretecher & Mr J. M. Guetre

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

Successful in a chase and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on heavy ground. A winner at 7-1 on his chase debut at Wexford over 2m 4f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating The Folkes Tiara by 3 1/2l. Very impressive on fencing bow and must be respected today Official BHA Rating 130

2 DONNY BOY (IRE) (30) 1/116B-5

Br B g Westerner Lady Roania (IRE)

O Mrs Lynne Maclennan

6 11-7

Conor O’Farrell J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mrs Karen McLoughney Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to soft heavy Well beaten at 5-1 when fifth of 11 on his chase debut at Carlisle over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Cannot be given up on yet. Official BHA Rating 127

3 DOCTOR KEN (FR) (24) 31542-1 D

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) Kendoretta (FR)

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley

B Mme Laurence Gagneux

6 11-7

Aidan Coleman J

Olly Murphy Wilmcote T

Cedar Invest Limited S

He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 4-1 on his chase debut at Aintree over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Ree Okka by 2 1/4l. Very impressive that day Official BHA Rating 127

4 HASTY BROOK (FR) (231) 30/122- 5 11-6

Br B g Saddex Brookdale (FR) Nathan Moscrop J

O He Who Dares & The Hasty Enterprise

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T B Mr Guy Cherel Bluegrass Horse Feeds S A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on heavy ground. Beaten 7l by Ailie Rose when second of 3 at 11-10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 3m (good to soft) in April. Expected to improve on his chase/seasonal debut today, but this is a competitive handicap. Official BHA Rating 126

CAPTAIN QUINT (IRE) (3) 2/13-1U BF

Gold Cup Bailly is a fascinating Irish contender on the back of an impressive chase debut success at Wexford. He carries top weight, though, and may struggle to successfully give DOCTOR KEN weight and a beating, as Olly Murphy’s charge left a lasting impression when winning on his chase bow at Aintree earlier this month. Captain Quint got no further than the first at Newcastle on Saturday but did win well at Hexham the time before, while better is expected from Hasty Brook now he swaps hurdles for fences.

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THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

2.40 2M 4F 110Y

(CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7400 Prize Money £3267 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1505 the third £752, the fourth £376, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

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1 SPARK OF MADNESS (FR) (19) 45-1441 C D 6 12-0

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) Prosopopee (FR) Stephen Mulqueen J

O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Ecurie Piquemal Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 9-2 in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 4f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Onenightintown by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Perth this season. A 2lb rise looks fair Official BHA Rating 104

2 CABOY (FR) (210) 23252-3 D 10 11-11

Br B g Nidor (FR) Cadouya Girl (FR)

O Goodtimes

Alan Doyle (5) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr Eric Leray & Mme Josiane Grall Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 1f to 2m 5f on heavy ground, but last win was over three years ago. Third of 7 behind Brotherly Company beaten 9l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (good) in May Merits respect today Official BHA Rating 101

(38) 20056-2 6 11-9 Br Br g Shirocco (GER) Leanne (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell J O Mr A. M. Thomson Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

Sandy Thomson Racing S

Placed in a hurdle race and a chase from ten starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Heritier when second of 10 at 4-1 on his chase debut at Kelso over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month. He should appreciate this longer distance and merits consideration. Official BHA Rating 99

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DIAKOSAINT (FR) (278) 006/033- 7

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) Diananisse (FR)

O Worth the ticket partnership

B Comte Jean-Jacques De La Rochette et al

10-2

Adam Wedge J

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on soft ground. Third of 13 behind Thatbeatsbanagher beaten 4l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sedgefield over 3m 3f in February. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap. Having his first run for a new stable today and is noted. Official BHA Rating 77

10 OLD JEWRY (IRE) (12) 600006 D 8

Br B g Le Fou (IRE) Clerken Bridge (IRE)

O Mr Duncan McCready

10-2

Craig Nichol J

Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Patrick Joseph McCartan Origin S

He has won four hurdle races from 2m 1f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Catlin when sixth of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 7f (soft) earlier this month. 9lb out of the handicap and looks up against it. Official BHA Rating 69

11 BANNSIDE

(IRE) (25) 606F-60

Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) Milogan (IRE)

6 10-2

Patrick Wadge (7) J

O Mr Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B David Fenton Ian Duncan Racing S

Yet to place in eight starts. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Return Fire when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Hexham over 3m (soft) earlier this month. Runs from 9lb out of the handicap. He is wearing blinkers for the first time which will need to perk him up. Official BHA Rating 69

12 DIAMOND ROAD (IRE) (38)

PP/0-P5P

Br B g Tikkanen (USA) Silver Tassie (FR)

8 10-2

Aaron Anderson (5) J

O Off and Running Jean McGregor Milnathort T

B David Kells

Yet to place in 13 starts. Pulled up 4 out when 300-1 at Kelso over 2m 7f in a chase won by Get With It last month on his latest outing. Runs from 12lb out of the handicap. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. He will need to jump better to hold any chance. Official BHA Rating 66

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2021: RAPID RAIDER (IRE) 7 10 7 Stephen Mulqueen 7-2 (Lucinda Russell) 10 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 9, 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note: GANDHI MAKER: Following its run on 10/11/2022 it was reported that the horse finished lame.

ASKING FOR ANSWERS: Following its run on 4/11/2022 it was reported that the horse lost its right fore shoe. DIAMOND ROAD: Following its run on 22/10/2022 it was reported that the horse did not like the tongue strap. Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Bak Rocky (IRE), 4-1 Gandhi Maker (FR), 5-1 Spark of Madness (FR), 7-1 The Electrician (IRE), 17-2 Caboy (FR), 14-1 Ardera Cross (IRE), 18-1 Diakosaint (FR), 20-1 Asking For Answers (IRE), 50-1 Bannside (IRE), 66-1 Old Jewry (IRE), 80-1 Lisloran (IRE), 300-1 Diamond Road (IRE)

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Spark Of Madness appeared to appreciate the step up in trip to win at Newcastle 19 days ago and is likely to remain competitive off just 2lb higher. His stablemate Caboy runs well fresh and can’t be ruled out, with Bak Rocky another to consider after a promising introduction to chasing last month. However, DIAKOSAINT, a winner of a point-to-point, rates an intriguing chase debutant and may have more to offer in this sphere off a basement mark. totewin: Diakosaint

toteeachway: Spark Of Madness

THE VIRGIN BET STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ AND AMATEUR RIDERS’ RACE) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old x Total race value £4500 Prize Money £2450 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (34 wins from 225 runners, 15%) runs BLUEBELL GLEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Alexander (1 win from 11 runners, 9%) runs BLUEBELL GLEN LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FLAXFIELD trained by Nigel Slevin, LARGY VALLEY trained by S R B Crawford, both Ireland.

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KINGSTON BRIDGE (IRE) (24) 1 D 4 11-7

Br B or Br g Kingston Hill Lady Kate Ellen (IRE)

Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mrs Karen Spark Ewan Whillans, Hawick T B Majella Kinsella Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

Dam won in a point-to-point race at 3m, over hurdles at 2m 4f and in a chase at 3m. A winner at 22 1 in a NH flat race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) on his racecourse debut earlier this month, beating Getabeau by 8l. Another bold bid looks assured. Official BHA Rating

2 BOTH BARRELS (GB) (-) 4 11-0

Br Ch g Saddler’s Rock (IRE) Red Legend

O Mrs A Marshall

Lewis Dobb (7) J

Donald Whillans, Hawick T

B Mrs Philippa Stocker Weatherbys Racing Bank S

Dam a lightly raced maiden. The son of Saddler’s Rock is likely to be seen to greater effect over further, but the betting should be informative ahead of his racecourse debut. Official BHA Rating

3

FLAXFIELD (IRE) (142) 630 5 11-0

Br B g Jet Away Missikinsho (IRE)

Mr Carl Millar (7) J

O Mr Joseph McGrath Nigel Slevin, Ireland T B Joseph McGrath

Placed in a point-to-point from three starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind On The Sixth Day when 10th of 13 on his racecourse debut in a NH flat race at Sligo over 2m 2f (good yielding) in July He needs to take a step forward in a first-time tongue-tie. Official BHA Rating 4 LARGY VALLEY (IRE) (38) P 4 11-0

Br B g Mount Nelson Pine Valley (IRE)

Mr Stephen Connor (7) J

Raymond Scullion/Martin McGrogan S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

Dam won three times over the flat at 1m 3f and 1m 4f and over hurdles at 2m. Pulled up when 10-1 at Loughanmore over 3m in a point-to-point race won by Ballyburn. Wearing a tongue-tie ahead of his debut under Rules and he’s respected for a trainer who often does well here. Official BHA Rating

(GB)

(Nicky Richards) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3, 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Kingston Bridge (IRE), 3-1 Largy Valley (IRE), 4-1 Bluebell Glen (GB), 12-1 Jims Apple (IRE), 16-1 Grey Moss (GB), 28-1 Flaxfield (IRE), 33-1 Both Barrels (GB)

DISTANCES

ABANDONMENT

If racing is abandoned before the start of the third race, your ticket will be valid for an alternative meeting excluding the Scottish Grand National Festival or the Ayr Gold Cup Festival.

ALCOHOL

Racegoers are prohibited from bringing alcohol onto the racecourse. In the interest of safety to racegoers and horses, please observe the signs referring to “NO DRINKING AREAS”.

ADMISSION

The Ayr Executive reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone or to expel any person from the racecourse who they consider undesirable and does not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property Entry is subject to terms and conditions.

BETTING DISPUTES

In the unlikely event of a betting dispute can you please contact the Betting Ring Manager

CHILDREN FRIENDLY AREAS

Under the conditions of our licence under 14’s are permitted in the following areas only but not at the bar itself:

Courtyard & Grandstand Sports Bar (Ayrshire Suite)

Princess Royal Suite

Children will be allowed in all external areas within their particular enclosure

Under 14’s ARE NOT permitted in other bars.

CCTV Closed Circuit Televisions are provided in all bars. These show live racing from Ayr, followed by replays after each race. They also show action from other tracks racing today covered by SIS Replays of the first 5 races from Ayr will be shown after the fifth race.

DOGS

No dogs permitted on the racecourse with the exception of guide dogs in harness.

DRESS CODE

Hospitality Suites Dressing up is encouraged in our hospitality suites although jackets and ties are not compulsory Strictly no denims. Club Enclosure The club enclosure operates a smart/casual dress code. We cannot accept trainers, non-tailored shorts, vests, football and rugby shirts. Smart jeans are acceptable. Grandstand informal and casual dress but no vest tops of football or rugby colours.

FIRST AID

The Ayr Executive take this opportunity to thank the St AndrewsAmbulance Association for their help throughout the season. The First Aid Point can be found behind the main Grandstand.

FOOD & DRINK

Food and drink must NOT be brought into the Racecourse. Glasses and bottles must not be taken outside Bars or designated enclosures.

GENERAL

Ayr Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse entry or to eject anyone who in their opinion is conducting themselves in an inappropriate manner

Horserace Betting Levy Board

General Prize Fund scheme provides for the inclusion of £1,281,804 at this Racecourse in 2022.” HBLB

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HORSE CARE AT AYR

At every race meeting at Ayr there are three specially qualified equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action.

During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Medical Teams responsible for the welfare of the Jockeys.

The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses especially those returning after a race.

MEDIA COVERAGE & RECORDING FOR PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES

All Attendees (which for the purposes of this clause also includes horses and for the avoidance of any doubt includes families with children) are reminded that many races and fixtures are given coverage on television, radio and in print and various other forms of media. By entering the Racecourse Attendees are accepting they may appear in such coverage which may also include printed or electronic material used for the promotion of the Racecourse.

Accordingly, Attendees shall have no right to object to their inclusion in any much coverage whether produced by the Racecourse or by third parties authorised by the Racecourse. Furthermore by entering the Racecourse each Attendee consents to the passing of still or moving images of them to third parties authorised by the Racecourse for the purposes of the production of printed or electronic material to be used solely for the Promotion of the Racecourse.

Each Attendee will give any additional consents or waivers required for the unrestricted lawful use of any coverage (if any) without request for payment or imposing any other conditions.

MOBILE TELEPHONES & RADIOS

The use of mobile telephones is not permitted except by permission of the Clerk of the Course. Bookmakers who have paid the appropriate fee may also use mobile telephones. In addition the use of any transmitting or receiving device, other than the official racecourse, Tote or Police service is prohibited.

SMOKING

Ayr Racecourse adheres to the government’s National No Smoking Policy All indoor areas are No Smoking Zones. Those wishing to smoke may do so in the designated areas outside.

USE OF SCREENS

It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground. This does not reflecton the severity of an injury but allows the vet some privacy and the horse the opportunity in a calm environment, in which to make a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse!

For equine care provided at Ayr see under officials at the back of this card.

FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

You can view a full list of our terms and conditions of entry as well as lots of other useful information on our website, simply use the QR code or visit www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Stewards

Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)

Philip Spottiswood (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Robert McCarthy, Lauren Thomson

Starters

Michael Reid

Jason Callaghan

Judge

Di Clark

Clerk of the Scales

Karl Curran

Veterinary Officer

Tim Davies

Veterinary Surgeons

John Morris, David Sutton, John Marshall, Susan Donaldson

Medical Officers

Lindsay Donaldson, Suzy Gibson, Pippa Hall, Anthony Hampstead.

Equine

Welfare & Integrity Officers

James Bonar, Linda Porter, Michelle Maughan, Cyril Johnstone

Commentator

John Blance

Betting Ring Manager

John Clark

AYR RACECOURSE

Managing Director David Brown

Raceday Operations Manager

Ross Donald

Mobile: 07724 903819 Email: rdonald@ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Clerek of the Course & Head Groundsman

Graeme Anderson

Mobile: 07768 651261 Twitter: @ClerkAyr

2 Whitletts Road, Ayr, KA8 0JE

Telephone: (01292) 264179 Fax: (01292) 610140 Email: info@ayr-racecourse.co.uk www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

First Race 12.00 - THE VIRGIN BET FIVES NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533 for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, November 23rd and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 18 entries at £37 Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)

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Second Race 12.35 THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4030 to the winning horse The second to receive £1856 the third £927 the fourth £464 the fifth £350 and the sixth £350 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher or £7 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Penalties, after November 19th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 16 entries, 1 at £7 and 15 at £35 Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £3088; Second £1544; Third £772; Fourth £386; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4030.04)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.10 THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533 for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, November 23rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 24 entries at £35 Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444 (Penalty Value £4629.10)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 1.40 THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7624 to the winning horse The second to receive £3512, the third £1755, the fourth £879, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350 for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 23rd and pay £70 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after November 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £70.

Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £5842; Second £2922; Third £1460; Fourth £731; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £7624.40) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 2.10 THE VIRGIN BET “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £1906 to the winning horse The second to receive £878, the third £438 and the fourth £219 for three yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, November 23rd and pay £17 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 7 entries at £17 Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £1461; Second £730; Third £365; Fourth £183. (Penalty Value £1906.10)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 2.40 THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752, the fourth £376, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, November 23rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Penalties, after November 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifiers during the current season. 18 entries at £30 Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3267.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 3.10 THE VIRGIN BET STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ AND AMATEUR RIDERS’ RACE ) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129 the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four five and six yrs old only which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, November 23rd and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 27th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30 The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this Race. VIRGIN BET will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 15 entries at £22. Closed November 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235 (Penalty Value £2450.70)

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