Ayr racecard - Wednesday 1st February

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OLLY MURPHY

20% S U C C E S S RA T E

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

10 WINS FROM 49 RUNNERS

Olly enjoys sending his horses on the long trek from his stables near Stratford-uponAvon in Warwickshire to Ayr where he has enjoyed some good winners in recent years. This afternoon he has several runners and will be hoping to add some more successes. He is represented by Thomas Darby in the Weatherbys nhsstallions.co.uk Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase at 1.50pm with Sean Bowen riding.

ROSE DOBBIN

13% S U C C E S S RA T E

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

9 WINS FROM 67 RUNNERS

Rose has established herself as one of the leading trainers on the northern circuit sending out plenty of winners from her stateof-the-art Northumberland stables. This afternoon she runs both Wild Polly and Aazza in the Follow @racingtv on Twitter Mares’ Handicap Hurdle at 2.25pm. The former won here back in October 2020 while the latter was a winner just nine days ago at Doncaster

DONALD MCCAIN

17% S U C C E S S RA T E

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

11 WINS FROM 63 RUNNERS

Donald is one of the most successful trainers in the country and is no stranger to Ayr where he has enjoyed many successes over the years particularly with champion jockey Brian Hughes partnering his horses. This afternoon Donald and Brian team up on Jipekaa Machin in the opening juvenile hurdle. The four-yearold won at Sedgefield in November and will be fancied to run a big race this afternoon.

DANNY MCMENAMIN

11% S U C C E S S RA T E

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

11 WINS FROM 102 RIDES

It is just under five years ago since Danny rode his first ever winner from his first ride in public here at Ayr and since then he has gone from strength to strength and is now rated as one of the top jockeys in the north. He has an excellent record here dating back to that first ever success and his mounts today include track winner Gaillimh A Stor for Nick Alexander in the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase at 1.50pm.

SEAN BOWEN

21% S U C C E S S RA T E AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

10 WINS FROM 47 RIDES

Sean currently lies in second spot behind Brian Hughes in the Jumps Jockey Championship and is enjoying his best ever season and comes here this afternoon for several rides including on Thomas Darby in the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase at 1.50pm and newcomer Bolster Bob in the National Hunt Flat Race in the 4.10pm both trained by Olly Murphy

HENRY BROOKE

11% SU CC ES S RA T E AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS

9 WINS FROM 79 RIDES

Henry comes here this afternoon with a few interesting rides including Rocco Storm for his trainer and brother Danny in the Book For The Coral Scottish Grand National Handicap Chase at 1.17pm This horse is in a rich vein of form having won three of his last four starts including in a chase here on January 9. Henry’s other mount today is the Donald Whillans trained Enemy At The Gate in the Weatherbys. shop.co.uk Handicap Hurdle at 3.35pm.

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10-year-old Thomas Darby shoulders top-weight and the former highclass hurdler is having just his third start over fences. Beaten at Warwick and Kempton in November 2019, he quickly reverted back to the smaller obstacles and landed the Grade 2 Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury two years later. Down to a mark of 150 over hurdles, he races off 145 here so could easily bounce back to form. It is worth remembering that he finished runner-up to Klassical Dream in the 2019 Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, with stable-mate Itchy Feet (a winner at Huntingdon on Friday) in third and recent Thurles winner Fakir d’Oudairies back in fourth.

Gaillimh A Star was a faller on his chase debut at this track last month, whilst Famous Bridge needs to build on his third placing at Doncaster on his first start over fences. In contrast, Gold Cup Bailly is progressing rapidly as a chaser and following a successful debut at Wexford, Stuart Crawford’s seven-year-old has won twice at this track. He stepped up in distance to score over this trip last time and having skipped potential engagements at Cheltenham at the weekend, comes here in search of a four-timer and is right at the top of his game The softer the ground, the stronger his chance.

Uncle Alastair carries top-weight in the Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Guide Handicap Chase, a 0-125 contest over 2m5½f Now 11, he wears first-time cheek-pieces and the fact that he has only had six runs since November 2018 suggests that the three-time hurdles winner has been difficult to keep sound. Two of those three wins came at this track, as did one of his two bumper wins.

Clan Legend and Calipso Collonges are also older contenders who are dropping in the weights, whilst the former’s stable-mate Dubai Days has won a handicap hurdle and two novices’ handicap chases at this track, and appreciated stepping back up in trip behind O’Toole at Newcastle last time

The other quartet are all novices, with Donna’s Double beating High Moon here 30 days ago The runner-up has a 4lb pull at the weights for a 3¼-length defeat, but wouldn’t be certain to turn around the form. Grand Voyage won at this track in November and would have appreciated a stronger gallop last time, whilst Readysteadybeau shaped really well on chase debut (also here), but hasn’t really built on that for Lucinda Russell.

The same trainer is represented by One Mill Harbour in the weatherbysshop co.uk Novices’ Handicap Hurdle and having caught the eye with how he travelled last time, is one to consider from an opening mark of 108. He will need to settle better, however

Fia Fuinidh won with plenty in hand over course-and-distance last month and has gone up 10lb since. He would probably appreciate more testing ground, whilst Thistle Ask actually finished 7 lengths in front of him here in December and they meet on the same terms this afternoon. James Ewart’s six-year-old is another for any shortlist, with champion jockey Brian Hughes taking over in the saddle

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JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

(Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £8350 Prize Money.£4547 to the winning horse The second to receive £2095, the third £1047 and the fourth £524.

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (35 wins from 232 runners, 15%) runs DUYFKEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs JIPEKAA MACHIN LONGEST TRAVELLERS: UBERRIMA FIDES trained by S R B Crawford & JACKPOT DE CHOISEL trained by J Mcconnell, both Ireland.

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1 JIPEKAA MACHIN (FR) (36) 3315 11-7

Br B g Saonois (FR) - Salsavina (FR) Brian Hughes J

O Kc Sofas Ltd Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Miss Patricia Lemarie Proactive Personnel Limited, KC Sofas Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Well beaten at 4-1 behind Start In Front when fifth of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m (soft) in December last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time and looks set to go well. Official BHA Rating 115

2 START IN FRONT (FR) (19) 55-3610 D 11-7

Br Ch g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Extra Terrestrial (FR) Sean Quinlan J

O Mr Robin Oliver Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Jacques Beres Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Perseus Way when last of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 2m (good to soft) last month. Should find this more to his liking and he can mount a serious challenge. Official BHA Rating 116

3 DUYFKEN (GB) (31) 4 11-0

Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Australienne (IRE) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Douglas Miller, Coltman, Dunning, Turcan

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Wertheimer et Frere Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Well beaten at 12-1 behind Bringbackmemories when fourth of 8 on his NH debut in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m (soft) last month. That experience ought to stand him in good stead, but he’ll need to take a step forward if he’s to be involved. Official BHA Rating -

4 JACKPOT DE CHOISEL (FR) (42) 3

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Best of Choisel (FR)

O Mr D. Kierans

B E.A.R.L. JL

11-0

Sean Bowen J

John McConnell, Ireland T

Third of 14 behind Jazzy Matty beaten 2l at 7-2 on his NH debut in a maiden hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (good to soft) in December last year His trainer often does well here and, with the hood fitted, he’s likely to play a leading role. Official BHA Rating -

5 UBERRIMA FIDES (GB) (16) 00 11-0

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Baileys Showgirl (FR)

O Quadforce Syndicate

B G. R. Bailey Ltd

J. J. Slevin J

S. R. B. Crawford Northern Ireland T

Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 150-1 behind Metamorpheus when 18th of 21 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (heavy) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time and they need to spark improvement. Official BHA Rating -

6 ANCORA (GER) (31) PP 10-7

Br B f Amaron - Ajesha (GER)

Danny McMenamin J

O Mr Andrew Turnbull Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Stall Kimberley

Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Pulled up 3 out when 150-1 at Musselburgh over 2m (soft) in a hurdle race won by Bringbackmemories last month on her latest outing. Hard to fancy on what she has shown thus far Significant improvement needed. Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

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Hood worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Stewards Note: START IN FRONT: Following its run on 13/1/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P’s: 1-2 Jackpot de Choisel (FR), 11-2

Start In Front (FR), 7-1

Jipekaa Machin (FR), 22-1

Duyfken (GB), 28-1 Uberrima Fides (GB), 300-1 Ancora (GER)

START IN FRONT failed to land a blow in the Chatteris Fen at Huntingdon last month, but he bolted up at Wetherby on his penultimate start (Jipekaa Machin behind in fifth) and that form gives him leading claims. Jipekaa Machin could find improvement for the application of a first-time tongue-tie, while Irish raider Jackpot De Choisel, who hit the frame at Fairyhouse on his hurdling bow, is likely to play a leading role too.

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TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

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

JOCKEYS

TRAINERS

3.00 4.10

Nicky Richards

1.50, 3.00

Lucinda Russell

1.17 3.00 3.35 4.10

R. Mike Smith

4.10

Sandy Thomson

3.00

Martin Todhunter

3.35

Donald Whillans

3.35, 4.10

Ewan Whillans

12.45, 1.17

William Young Jnr

1.17

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THE BOOK THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North One Man Qualifier)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Prize Money.£4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272.

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (35 wins from 232 runners, 15%) runs TRAVAIL D’ORFEVRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs RITSON LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOLLYBANK KING trained by S Mcconville, Ireland.

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1 NETYWELL (FR) (23) 41-4601 CD

6 12-2

Br B g Willywell (FR) - Netova (FR) Stephen Mulqueen J

O County Set Five & K Hunter Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mme Clarence Signol & Mr Xavier Brelaud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m on heavy ground. A winner at 6-1 in a chase over this course and distance (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Champ De Gane by 7l. He looks capable of overcoming a 7lb rise and going in again. Official BHA Rating 112

2 RITSON (IRE) (37) 342-551 D

8 12-0

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Ellen’s Choice (IRE) Aaron Anderson (5) J

O Mr P R Walker & Mr R Walker Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B M. Berry Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

A winner at 5-1 in a chase at Newcastle over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Six One Nine by 9l, his first success from 15 starts. Must hold every chance if building upon that win, though an 8lb rise makes life more difficult. Official BHA Rating 110

3 ARD CHROS (IRE) (19) 1110-0P CD

11 11-11

Br B g Publisher (USA) - Threecrossmammies (IRE) Sam Coltherd J

O Coltherd McDougal Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B W. Devereux Bell Rural Solutions S

Winner of five chases and two point-to-points from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Pulled up four out when 28-1 at Sedgefield over 2m 3f (soft) in a chase won by Tom Creen last month on his latest outing. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Official BHA Rating 107

4 LAKE TAKAPUNA (IRE) (29) 25/2-554 D

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Close To Shore (IRE)

O Graham,Hughes,Kesson,Arthur & Craig Farm

12 11-10

Brian Hughes J

James Ewart, Langholm T

B Victor Connolly Fitzdares, Clyde Power & Renewables Limited S

Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 11l behind Arthur’s Quay when fourth of six on his latest outing in a chase at Musselburgh last month. Opposable. Official BHA Rating 106

5 TRAVAIL D’ORFEVRE (FR) (30) 2P1-35P CD 7 11-9

Br Gr g Martaline - Lady Needles (IRE)

Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Bowen & Nicol N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 2f on good to soft and heavy ground. Pulled up two out when 9-2 over this course and distance (heavy) in a chase won by Escapeandevade last month on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 105

6 ROCCO STORM (IRE) (23) 5-01121 CD 8 11-7

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Line White (FR) Henry Brooke J

O The RolyPoly Partnership

Danny Brooke, Middleham T

B Susan Bredin Danny Brooke Racing S

He has won three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on soft and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 5-2fav over this course and distance (heavy) last month, beating Coolmoyne by 5l. A key player on what he has shown recently Official BHA Rating 103

7 INGLEBY MACKENZIE (GB) (41) 003404 D 9 11-6

Br B g Sixties Icon - Natalie Jay

Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mr Gary Downie Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd Lorry Living S

He has won three hurdle races and a chase at 2m on good ground. Finished 17l behind Beat Box when fourth of 9 at 40-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (good to soft) in December last year Faces a tough assignment on all known evidence. Official BHA Rating 102

8 DUTY CALLS (IRE) (23) 160-033

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Inniskeen (IRE)

O Dont Mind If We Do

B Joseph Molloy

10 10-13

Patrick Wadge (7) J

Sandy Forster, Kelso T

He has won a hurdle race and two point-to-points from 2m 1f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground.

Third of five behind Netywell beaten 8l at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Cannot be ruled out in this company. Official BHA Rating 95

9 ARDERA CROSS (IRE) (23) 35620P CD

12 10-10

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Fair Maid Marion (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T

B V. Connolly & W. M Mullin

Has won four hurdle races and 11 chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy Pulled up two out when 9-2 over this course and distance (heavy) in a chase won by Rocco Storm last month on his latest outing. Look elsewhere for the winner Official BHA Rating 92

10 HOLLYBANK KING (IRE) (23) 0-00000 D 11 10-3

Br B g Fruits of Love (USA) - Julianne (IRE) Daire McConville (7) J

O Mr S. McConville S. McConville, Northern Ireland T

B Kiltown Bloodstock Ltd

A winner of a chase at 2m on good to soft ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Rocco Storm when ninth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Significant improvement is required if he is to have any say at this level. Official BHA Rating 85

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note: TRAVAIL D’ORFEVRE: Following its run on 2/1/2023 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem. ARDERA CROSS: Following its run on 9/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Rocco Storm (IRE), 4-1 Ritson (IRE), 9-2 Netywell (FR), 14-1 Duty Calls (IRE), 16-1 Lake Takapuna (IRE), Travail d’Orfevre (FR), 18-1 Ardera Cross (IRE), 22-1 Hollybank King (IRE), 33-1 Ard Chros (IRE), Ingleby Mackenzie (GB)

1ST

2ND 3RD 4TH TIME

RACE RESULT DISTANCES

Rocco Storm is bound to be popular here, having won three of his last four starts, but a 7lb rise for his most recent success makes life tougher. Preference instead is for NETYWELL, who impressed over C&D last month and looks capable of going in again. Duty Calls (third) has almost eight lengths to find with the selections on that run, while Newcastle winner Ritson is another to consider.

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STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14000 Prize Money.£7393 to the winning horse The second to receive £3402, the third £1701 and the fourth £851.

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Richards (35 wins from 181 runners, 19%) runs FAMOUS BRIDGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs THOMAS DARBY LONGEST TRAVELLER: GOLD CUP BAILLY trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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1 THOMAS DARBY (IRE) (31) 4P4-236 D 10 11-10

Br B g Beneficial - Silaoce (FR) Sean Bowen J

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Byerley Stud Ltd Cedar Invest Limited S

Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 16-1 behind Hector Javilex when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (soft) last month. Interesting now returning to fences. Official BHA Rating 145

2 GOLD CUP BAILLY (FR) (30) 32/3-111 CD

7 11-5

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

He has won three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on soft and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 6-4fav over this course and distance (heavy) last month, beating Your Own Story by 1 1/4l. A key player Official BHA Rating 140

3 FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) (22) 12U1P-3 C 7 10-5

Br B g Fame And Glory - Wahiba Hall (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B John Gallagher Trust Inns Limited S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 5 behind Bold Endeavour beaten 15l at 9-2 on his chase debut at Doncaster over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. One to note despite running from 1lb out of the handicap. Official BHA Rating 125

4 GAILLIMH A STOR (IRE) (30) 151-22F C D BF 7 10-5

Br B g Presenting - Gaillimh A Chroi (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Turcan Dunning Black & Elles N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Tony Harrington Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on soft ground. Fell 3 out when 5-2fav here over 2m 4f (heavy) in a race won by Donna’s Double last month on his chase debut. Faces a tough assignment running from 4lb out of the handicap. Official BHA Rating 122

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2.

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Gold Cup Bailly (FR), 4-1 Thomas Darby (IRE), 5-1 Famous Bridge (IRE), 6-1 Gaillimh A Stor (IRE)

1ST

2ND

4TH TIME

3RD

RACE RESULT DISTANCES

With just the four runners heading to post, it is easiest to side with the bang in-form GOLD CUP BAILLY, who kept on well to secure a comfortable victory over this course and distance last month. A 4lb raised mark for that success looks unlikely to stop him. Thomas Darby makes a switch to fences for the first time since 2019 but is feared most, while Famous Bridge also has a squeak.

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (35 wins from 232 runners, 15%) runs GIPSY LEE ROSE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs LADY TREMAINE

WEIGHTWATCHER: JESSIEMAC won off a handicap mark of 98, her rating is now down 6lb to 92.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: EL POPPOCHAPO trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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1 WILD POLLY (IRE) (34) //3/123/-6 C D

9 12-0

Br Ch m Mahler - Dalzenia (FR) Craig Nichol J

O Ms Borders Racing Club & Ronnie Jacobs Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Peter & Des Dundon

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on soft ground. Finished 18l behind Maimie’s Magic when sixth of 8 at 12-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 2f (heavy) in December Capable of improving from that display Official BHA Rating 107

2 EL POPPOCHAPO (IRE) (23) 00-0041 C

6 11-12

Br B m Conduit (IRE) - Insanity of Love (IRE) Mr Stephen Connor (7) J

O S. R. B. Crawford S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Hugh Suffern

A winner at 9-1 in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (heavy) on her latest outing last month, beating Champagnesocialist by 1 1/4l, her first success in eight outings. She commands plenty of respect on her handicap bow, with the step up in trip potentially of benefit. Official BHA Rating 105

3 LADY TREMAINE (IRE) (37) 41514-5 D

8 11-11

Br B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Lough Lein Leader (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Tom Burns Proactive Personnel Limited S

She has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m on soft ground. Finished 4l behind Sheriff Garrett when fifth of 8 at 12-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 4f (soft) in December Interesting contender up in distance. Official BHA Rating 104

4 AAZZA (IRE) (22) 5-3U421 D

7 11-10

Br B m Beat Hollow - Kalygarde (FR) Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Helen Ray and Isabel Tebay Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Louis G. Vambeck Hazelrigg Racing S

She has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good to soft ground. A winner at 7-2 in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 3m on her latest outing last month, beating The Wise Traveller by 20l. Has to be respected despite a 13lb rise. Official BHA Rating 103

5 GIPSY LEE ROSE (FR) (25) U1-3235 D

9 11-5

Br Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vanoo d’Orthe (FR) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Mrs S. Irwin N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B E.A.R.L. Arnaud Vasselin Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

She has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Knocknamona when fifth of 8 on her latest outing in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 4f last month. Best watched on her return to hurdles. Official BHA Rating 98

6 ON WE GO (IRE) (37) 1-2115F C

Br B m Robin des Pres (FR) - Clan Music (IRE)

10 11-4

Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs K. Elliott Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T

B Sean McNamara Tote S

She has won four hurdle races from 2m 5f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to heavy Fell at the 5th when 16-1 at Newcastle over 2m 4f in a hurdle race won by Lone Star in December on her latest outing. Others make more appeal based on recent evidence Official BHA Rating 97

7 LISSEN TO THE LADY (IRE) (34) 31-4653

Br B m Fame And Glory - Liss Rua (IRE)

9 11-4

Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J

O Mr M. H. Walton Sandy Forster, Kelso T

B Niall Flynn

She has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 12 behind Schalke beaten 14l at 12-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 7f (heavy) in December May find a few of these rivals too strong for her Official BHA Rating 97

8 JESSIEMAC (IRE) (20) 24P0P4 CD

Br Br m Sholokhov (IRE) - All Our Blessings (IRE)

9 10-13

Patrick Wadge (7) J

O The Macdonald Family Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Cathal Ennis

Winner of five hurdle races from 2m 4f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 12-1 behind Atomic Angel when fourth of 9 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Catterick over 3m 1f (heavy) last month. Appears to be up against it. Official BHA Rating 92

9 GYPSEY’S SECRET (IRE) (34) 45/P0-3

Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lady Howe

8 10-10

Stephen Mulqueen J

O Mr M. H. Walton Sandy Forster, Kelso T B Thistletown Stud

Unplaced in all five starts. Third of 7 behind De Legislator beaten 17l at 125-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 7f (heavy) in December. Runs in a handicap for the first time and isn’t without a chance based on her most recent performance. Official BHA Rating 89

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

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

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Aazza (IRE), 10-3 El Poppochapo (IRE), 8-1 Lady Tremaine (IRE), 12-1 Wild Polly (IRE), Lissen To The Lady (IRE), 14-1 Gipsy Lee Rose (FR), On We Go (IRE), 16-1 Gypsey’s Secret (IRE), 18-1 Jessiemac (IRE)

RACE RESULT

1ST

2ND

4TH TIME

3RD

DISTANCES

Aazza was a comprehensive winner of her latest outing at Doncaster when storming 20 lengths clear of her nearest pursuer. However, the seven-year-old has a 13lb rise to contend with and the vote, therefore, goes to EL POPPOCHAPO Stuart Crawford’s mare shed the maiden tag here in novice company last month and the manner of victory suggested the step up in distance on her handicap debut would potentially see her improve again. Lady Tremaine ran well on her return at Newcastle on Boxing Day and is another to note.

totewin: El Poppochapo

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toteeachway: Aazza

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CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL GUIDE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 Prize Money.£7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (35 wins from 232 runners, 15%) runs CLAN LEGEND and DUBAI DAYS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs CALIPSO COLLONGES

WEIGHTWATCHER: CLAN LEGEND won off a handicap mark of 133, his rating is now down 9lb to 124.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: CALIPSO COLLONGES trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 323 miles.

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1 UNCLE ALASTAIR (GB) (66) 2//3/225-2 C

11 12-2

Br B g Midnight Legend - Cyd Charisse Brian Hughes J

O Mr Eddie Melville & Partners Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Dale Hing & Nicole Langstaff Kingdom Taverns, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S Winner of three hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy, but last win was over five years ago. Beaten 6l by Morning Spirit when second of nine on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle in November last year Noted. Official BHA Rating 127

2 CLAN LEGEND (GB) (33) 142-20P C D

13 11-13

Br Ch g Midnight Legend - Harrietfield Danny McMenamin J

O Clan Gathering N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Alexander Family Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Has won five hurdle races and six chases from 2m to 2m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up four out when 16-1 at Haydock over 2m 6f (soft) in a chase won by Easy As That in December last year on his latest outing. Has some questions to answer Official BHA Rating 124

3 CALIPSO COLLONGES (FR) (37) 4/133-35

11 11-13

Br B g Crossharbour - Ivresse Collonges (FR) Sean Bowen J

O The Black Horse Hotel Bridgnorth Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B G.A.E.C. Delorme Freres

The Black Horse Hotel Bridgnorth S

Winner of four hurdle races and two chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 12l behind Bangers And Cash when fifth of 15 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Market Rasen over 3m 4f (good to soft) in December last year Difficult to recommend. Official BHA Rating 124

4 DUBAI DAYS (IRE) (25) U11-553 C

9 11-12

Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Comeragh Girl (IRE) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Alexander, McGarrity, Morris & Parker

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mrs Hannah Crowley Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S

Winner of three hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft.

Third of nine behind O’Toole beaten 8l at 25-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 4f (soft) last month. Must enter calculations as a former course winner Official BHA Rating 123

5 GRAND VOYAGE (FR) (36) 11-2134 C

7 11-11

Br B g Network (GER) - Qape Noir (FR) Sam Coltherd J

O Shire Dreamers Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B EARL Trinquet, M. Trinquet & O. Trinquet Bell Rural Solutions S

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on soft ground. Finished 3l behind Grandads Cottage when fourth of six at 10-3 on his latest outing in a chase at Wetherby over 2m 3f (soft) in December last year A player based on the pick of his form. Official BHA Rating 122

6 DONNA’S DOUBLE (GB) (30) 0126-31 C

7 11-10

Br B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Elegant Accord (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood

B C. G. Johnson

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy A winner at 10-3 in a chase here over 2m 4f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating High Moon by 3 1/2l. Sets the standard on that win and can follow up. Official BHA Rating 121

7 HIGH MOON (GB) (30) 110-032

8 11-7

Br B g Midnight Legend - Dizzy Frizzy Nathan Moscrop J

O Miss Maria D. Myco Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Jethro Bloodstock Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f on soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Donna’s Double when second of six at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m 4f (heavy) last month. Has ground to find with the reopposing winner but does have strong place claims today Official BHA Rating 118

8 READYSTEADYBEAU (FR) (34) 12P-345

7 10-13

Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - La Ville Aux Dames (FR) Stephen Mulqueen J

O Mrs Joanne Bilsland & Mr Peter Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr Pierre Julienne Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 3m on soft ground. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Bill Baxter when fifth of nine on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 6f (heavy) in December last year Not at the top of his game this season and needs more to figure. Official BHA Rating 110

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Donna’s Double (GB), 5-1 Uncle Alastair (GB), 6-1 Grand Voyage (FR), 13-2 High Moon (GB), 17-2 Dubai Days (IRE), 10-1 Calipso Collonges (FR), 12-1 Readysteadybeau (FR), 16-1 Clan Legend (GB)

1ST

3RD 4TH TIME

2ND

RACE RESULT DISTANCES

A taking winner here last time out on just his second start in this sphere, there should be plenty more improvement forthcoming from DONNA’S DOUBLE as he looks to overcome a 4lb rise. Course specialist Dubai Days can give him the most to think about following a respectable placed effort at Newcastle, while others to note include the consistent Uncle Alastair, who looks as though he may be suited by dropping in trip.

totewin: Donna’s Double toteeachway: Dubai Day

FORM

The figures in red to the right of the horses name refers to its placing in previous races. Figures following the hyphen refer to this season’s form.

Trainers’ names, pedigrees etc. have been provided for the convenience of racegoers but are not guaranteed to be accurate.

PLEASE NOTE

Each horse with form is given a rating, the higher the rating - the greater prospect of winning.

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NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Prize Money.£4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (35 wins from 232 runners, 15%) runs ELOI DU PUY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs ATTENTION ALL LONGEST TRAVELLER: KINNEGAD LAD trained by S Mcconville, Ireland.

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1 FIA FUINIDH (IRE) (23) P3-3631 CD

6 12-2

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Western Garden (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O The Surf and Turf Partnership Martin Todhunter, Penrith T

B R. McCarthy Tote S

Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 5-2fav over this course and distance (heavy) last month, beating Eden Mill by 12l, his first win from four starts. He steps into deeper waters for this outing but can be expected to deliver another bold showing. Official BHA Rating 112

2 THISTLE ASK (IRE) (41) P062-42

6 12-2

Br B g Ask - Thistle Lane (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O The Steel Bonnets James Ewart, Langholm T

B G. Duncan Fitzdares S

Placed in two hurdle races from six starts. Beaten 8l by Ruby Island when second of 14 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (good to soft) in December last year Dangerous to dismiss on his handicap debut. Official BHA Rating 112

3 ATTENTION ALL (IRE) (61) PP-312

5 11-13

Br B g Westerner - Moon Light Shadow Aaron Anderson (5) J

O E Emmerton, J Johnson & B Stevens Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Mrs Martina Doran Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good ground. Beaten 22l by Decorated when second of 5 at 10-3 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sedgefield over 2m 4f (soft) in December last year Remains unexposed and it is likely there is more in the locker Official BHA Rating 109

4 ONE MILL HARBOUR (FR) (30) 43

Br Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) - Kavusakan (FR)

6 11-12

Derek Fox J

O Bernardine and Sean Mulryan Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B J. C. Haimet & A. F. Peter

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Ballymore S

Placed in a hurdle race from two starts. Third of 11 behind L Anamour beaten 5l at 7-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Should not be ruled out given the stable he represents, so has to merit consideration. Official BHA Rating 108

5 LUNAR JET (GB) (67) 5522//P/-4

9 11-9

Br Ch g Ask - Lightning Jet Sean Bowen J

O County Charm Windows & Conservatories

B Ladas

Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley T

Placed in two hurdle races from seven NH starts. Finished 20l behind Rare Edition when fourth of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 1f (good) in November last year. He is wearing a hood for the first time and remains one to watch. Official BHA Rating 105

6 SHIR I DONT KNOW (IRE) (20) 666345

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Liss Na Siog (IRE)

6 11-7

Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mr I. J. Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Robert B. Hodgins

Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Cerendipity when fifth of 6 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Catterick over 2m 3f (heavy) last month. He would be difficult to recommend based on what he has shown to date and others are preferred. Official BHA Rating 103

7 ENEMY AT THE GATE (IRE) (30) 35/00-0

Br B g Fame And Glory - Biondo (IRE)

7 11-2

Henry Brooke J

O Mr D. W. Whillans Donald Whillans, Hawick T

B Michael Leacy Sport of Kings S

Yet to place in five starts. Well beaten at 22-1 behind L Anamour when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (heavy) last month. He will need to find more if he is to have a say in proceedings. Official BHA Rating 98

8 ELOI DU PUY (FR) (41) 25-300

Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Martalina (FR)

O Coltman Cundall Matterson and Stephenson

5 11-0

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B S.C.E.A Haras Du Puy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Placed in a hurdle race and a NH flat race from five starts. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Ruby Island when 10th of 14 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (good to soft) in December last year. Could be vulnerable. Official BHA Rating 96

9 KINNEGAD LAD (IRE) (23) P05004 D

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Kinnegads Pride (IRE)

7 10-9

Daire McConville (7) J

O Mr S. McConville S. McConville, Northern Ireland T B Christopher Maye

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 13l behind Fia Fuinidh when fourth of 8 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Faces another tough assignment. Official BHA Rating 91

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

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

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Fia Fuinidh (IRE), 9-2 One Mill Harbour (FR), 5-1 Thistle Ask (IRE), 6-1 Attention All (IRE),

10-1 Eloi du Puy (FR), 16-1 Kinnegad Lad (IRE), 18-1 Lunar Jet (GB), 20-1 Enemy At The Gate (IRE), 28-1 Shir I Dont Know (IRE)

2ND

3RD

FIA FUINIDH bolted up on his handicap debut over this course and distance last month and, given he kept on to score by 12 lengths on that occasion, a 10lb raised mark looks unlikely to stop him following up in this. Thistle Ask finished ahead of the selection in maiden company on his most recent run and can give him plenty to think about off level weights, while Attention All is another who warrants close consideration.

totewin: Fia Fuinidh

NOTICES

toteeachway: Thistle Ask

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

THE WE’RE RACING NEXT ON 14TH FEBRUARY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4000 Prize Money.£2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (35 wins from 232 runners, 15%) runs HOMBRE DE GUERRA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs BOOSTER BOB LONGEST TRAVELLER: ISENAY trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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1 BOOSTER BOB (IRE) (-)

5 11-2

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Ceka Dawn (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B P. Kennedy Cedar Invest Limited S

Dam a lightly raced maiden. His yard often excel in these types of contests and the Malinas gelding, a 34,000-euro purchase as a three-year-old, has all the attributes to go well on his racecourse bow Official BHA Rating -

2 BOTH BARRELS (GB) (64) 3

5 11-2

Br Ch g Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Red Legend Craig Nichol J

O Mrs A Marshall Donald Whillans, Hawick T

B Mrs Philippa Stocker Weatherbys Racing Bank S

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Third of 7 behind Largy Valley beaten 3l at 9-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (soft) in November last year That experience ought to stand him in good stead, and he’s likely to be in the thick of things Official BHA Rating -

3 BRAY DALE (GB) (132) 105-0 D

6 11-2

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Cherry West (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Bissett Racing Catch Bissett, Leslie T

B Wood Farm Stud Tote S

A winner of a point-to-point at 2m on good ground. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Jem In Em when last of 9 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Perth over 2m (good) in September last year He is wearing a hood for the first time, which will need to spark improvement. Official BHA Rating -

4 EDGEWELL (IRE) (-)

5 11-2

Br B g Well Chosen - One Edge (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Hugh J. Holohan Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

Half-brother to One Term, won five times in chases between 2m and 2m 4f, three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 1f and twice in NH flat races at 2m. His trainer is no stranger to success in these types of contests, and the market may guide ahead of his debut. Official BHA Rating -

5 HOMBRE DE GUERRA (IRE) (-)

5 11-2

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lindy Lou Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Mrs I Hodge & Hugh Hodge Ltd

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B A. H. B. Hodge Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Dam won over hurdles at 2m 1f and on the flat at 1m 3f He’s distantly related to some smart Flat types but, though he’s not discounted, others make greater appeal. Official BHA Rating -

6 IDEM (FR) (305) 23-

5 11-2

Br B g Rail Link - Reflexion (FR) Stephen Mulqueen J

O The Boltons and Atholl Duncan

B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Placed in two NH flat races from two starts. Third of 8 behind Autumn Return beaten 2 1/2l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race over this course and distance (good to soft) in April last year Expected to mount a serious challenge. Official BHA Rating -

7 ISENAY (FR) (23) 63 BF

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Ultra Violette (FR)

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B R. D’armaille

5 11-2

Daryl Jacob J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

Unplaced in both NH starts. Third of 6 behind Esprit Du Potier beaten 9l at 10-11fav on his latest outing in a NH flat race over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Well supported on his return to action and he’s fancied to take a step forward here. Official BHA Rating -

8 SEA PRINCE (FR) (52) 4P5-PPP

Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sea Pearl (FR)

O K Jardine R Griffiths S Greig

B Nicolas Madamet & Ludovic Madamet

6 11-2

William Shanahan (7) J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

Yet to place in six starts. Pulled up when 8-1fav at Borris House over 3m (yielding) in a point-to-point race won by Clody Flyer in December last year on his latest outing. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Sean Thomas Doyle. Hard to fancy. Official BHA Rating -

9 SPANISH LARIAT (IRE) (-)

5 11-2

Br B g Golden Lariat (USA) - Miracle Millie (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O green spittal and smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Kenneth Parkhill

Half-brother to Miracle Way, won in NH flat race at 2m 2f There are bumper winners in his pedigree, but he might be one for further down the line. Official BHA Rating -

10 CHALK THAT DOWN (IRE) (37) 2

5 10-9

Br B m Mount Nelson - Bob’s Flame (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B S. McGivern & P. Harford Trust Inns Limited S

Half-sister to Born Survivor, won five times in chases between 1m 7f and 2m 7f Beaten 1 3/4l by Blue Baloo when second of 16 at 10-3 on her racecourse debut at Newcastle over 2m 1f (soft) in December last year

Leading form claims, and she looks set to go well. Official BHA Rating -

11 GREENHILL GARDENS (GB) (-)

4 10-4

Br B g Westerner - The Toft Patrick Wadge (7) J

O Miss Lucinda V. Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Lucinda Russell Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Dam won in a point to point race at 3m 2f He is well bred, he receives plenty of weight as the sole four-yearold in the field and the betting is likely to guide ahead of his racecourse debut. Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Hood worn first time by No. 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 4, 5, 9, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Chalk That Down (IRE), 4-1 Idem (FR), 6-1 Booster Bob (IRE), Isenay (FR), 9-1 Both Barrels (GB), 22-1 Edgewell (IRE), Greenhill Gardens (GB), 40-1 Hombre de Guerra (IRE), 80-1 Spanish Lariat (IRE), 150-1 Bray Dale (GB), 300-1 Sea Prince (FR)

1ST

2ND 3RD 4TH TIME

RACE RESULT DISTANCES

Idem and Isenay both have the form in the book to play a leading role, but the vote goes to CHALK THAT DOWN. Donald McCain’s charge shaped with promise on her racecourse debut, finishing second against her own sex. The form of that race has worked out well and she’s fancied to go one better with improvement likely. Olly Murphy often does well in these types of contests and Booster Bob merits a place on the shortlist too.

totewin: Chalk That Down

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

toteeachway: Idem

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BOOKMAKERS

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REMEMBER

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TAXI

Taxi drop off and pick up point can be found at the front of the Princess Royal entrance. Opposite Gate C.

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”.

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Courtyard & Grandstand Sports Bar (Ayrshire Suite)

Princess Royal Suite

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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.

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

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

“The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £403,120 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023.”

HBLB

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.

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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.

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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)

Colin Vickers (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Lyndsay Allan, Tracey Hamilton, Adrian Smith

Starters

Jason Callaghan

Ryan Colley

Judge

Fraser Perratt

Clerk of the Scales

Michael Hamilton

Veterinary Officer

Arthur Kidd

Veterinary Surgeons

John Morris, Andrew MacDiarmid, David Sutton

Medical Officers

Suzy Gibson, Pippa Hall, Alice Drysdale, Vivienne Tut

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

James Bonar, Linda Porter, Cyril Johnstone, Michelle Maughan

Commentator

Derek Thompson

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

Raceday Safeguarding Officer

Mark Gajic

Mobile: 07789 981089

Email: mgajic@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

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet.

If you cannot produce proof your bet will not be accepted.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 12.45 - THE RACING TV JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4547 to the winning horse The second to receive £2095, the third £1047 and the fourth £524. for juvenile four yrs old. Enter by noon, January 26th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. A cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Grey Bomber Series races during the current season 8 entries at £41. - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3484; Second £1743; Third £871; Fourth £436. (Penalty Value £4547.40)

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.17 - THE BOOK THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North One Man Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. AYR RACECOURSE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North One Man Series Final, to be run over a distance of 2m at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North One Man Series qualifiers during the current season. 15 entries at £41. - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227 (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.50 - THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7393 to the winning horse The second to receive £3402, the third £1701 and the fourth £851. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £70 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher or £14 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after January 21st, 2023 for each steeple chase won 7lb. WEATHERBYS will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. A cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 6 at £14 and 7 at £70 - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £5655; Second £2827; Third £1414; Fourth £707 (Penalty Value £7393.40)

SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.25 - THE FOLLOW @racingtv ON TWITTER MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023 for each hurdle race won 7lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries, 1 at £8 and 9 at £41. - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227 (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.00 - THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL GUIDE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645 the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £71 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher or £14 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £57 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse 17 entries at £71. - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty

Value £7921.50)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 3.35 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. WEATHERBYS will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries, 1 at £8 and 19 at £41. - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty

Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.10 - THE WE’RE RACING NEXT ON 14TH FEBRUARY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003 the third £501 and the fourth £251. 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, January 26th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Jodami Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 2m at Kelso on 25th March, 2023 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have finished in the first 8 places in a Go North Jodami Series Qualifier during the current season. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £20 - Closed January 26th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209 (Penalty Value £2178.40)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

2023 FIXTURES

FEBRUARY

Tuesday 14 Afternoon Jumps

Monday 27 Afternoon Jumps

MARCH

Friday 10 Afternoon Jumps

Saturday 11 Afternoon Jumps Virgin Bet Raceday

APRIL

Friday 21 Afternoon Jumps Coral Scottish Grand National Ladies Day

Saturday 22 Afternoon Jumps Coral Scottish Grand National

MAY

Thursday 4 Afternoon Flat

Monday 8 Afternoon Flat

Tuesday 23 Evening Flat

Wednesday 24 Afternoon Flat

JUNE

Monday 5 Afternoon Flat

Tuesday 13 Evening Flat

Saturday 24 Afternoon Flat Summer Raceday

JULY

Sunday 9 Afternoon Flat Family Raceday

Monday 10 Afternoon Flat

Monday 17 Afternoon Flat Glasgow Fair Family Raceday

Monday 24 Afternoon Flat

Monday 31 Afternoon Flat

AUGUST

Monday 7 Afternoon Flat

Saturday 12 Evening Flat Ladies Night

Thursday 17 Evening Flat

SEPTEMBER

Thursday 21 Afternoon Flat Ayr Gold Cup Opening Day

Friday 22 Afternoon Flat Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day

Saturday 23 Afternoon Flat Ayr Gold Cup

OCTOBER

Tuesday 3 Afternoon Flat

Thursday 12 Afternoon Flat Flat Finale

NOVEMBER

Saturday 4 Afternoon Jumps

Wednesday 15 Afternoon Jumps

DECEMBER

Monday 4 Afternoon Jumps

Monday 11 Afternoon Jumps