NON-RUNNER

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Won a hurdle race when 11-8fav at Newcastle over 2m 1f (soft) last month, beating Sageburg County by 10l. Doubtful runner today Official BHA Rating 121

4 FORTESCUE WOOD (IRE) (60) 314/-13 CD

8 12-0 race

Br B g Westerner - Primrose Time Bruce Lynn (3) J

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

B Mrs D. A. Whitaker Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 8 behind Carcaci Castle beaten 9l at 11-4 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (heavy) in December last year There may be more in his locker and he is not ruled out. Official BHA Rating 113

5 L ANAMOUR (FR) (56) P-41 CD

5 12-0

Br Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Comme d’Habitude (FR) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon & Mr N. Simon

S. R. B. Crawford Northern Ireland T

Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 13-8fav over this course and distance (heavy) last month, beating Halondo by 4l, his first win from two starts. He can mount a serious challenge with that run in mind and would be dangerous to dismiss Official BHA Rating 116

6 HERO (FR) (101) 2-P

6 11-7

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Burma (FR) Sean Bowen J

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B E.A.R.L. de Faydeau Cedar Invest Limited S

Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Pulled up 2 out when 9-2 at Chepstow over 2m 3f (good to soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Firestream in November last year on his hurdling debut. Others appeal more based on that performance. Official BHA Rating -

7

HOMBRE DE GUERRA (IRE) (26) 0

5 11-7

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lindy Lou Conor O’Farrell 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. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Booster Bob when eighth of 11 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month. Needs to find significant improvement. Official BHA Rating -

8 I DOUBT THAT (IRE) (180) 00-

5 11-7

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Mill Point Craig Nichol J

O S Mallinson & M Barker Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Norelands Bloodstock

Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 300-1 behind Vera Verto when 10th of 19 on his latest NH outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m (yielding) in March last year He is making his stable debut here, but is best watched. Official BHA Rating -

9 IT’S DAN (IRE) (23) 0

5 11-7

Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Shady Pines (IRE) Ryan Mania J

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

B Kenneth Parkhill

Half-brother to Power Of Pause, won twice over hurdles at 2m 1f and 2m 3f and in a point to point race at 2m 4f. Beaten 14l behind Long Symphony at 66-1 when 9th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Wetherby over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month. Hard to recommend. Official BHA Rating -

10 SEA PRINCE (FR) (13) 5-PPP60

6 11-7

Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sea Pearl (FR) William Shanahan (7) J

O K Jardine R Griffiths S Greig R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Nicolas Madamet & Ludovic Madamet Solway Horse Transport S

Unplaced in all eight starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Langdale Lane when seventh of 9 on his hurdling debut here over 2m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time but others boast stronger claims. Official BHA Rating -

11 MAISIE TOO (GB) (29) 34450

6 11-0

Br B m Millenary - Listen Tarablue Dillan Hurst (7) J

O Mr J L and Mrs H R Gledson Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B J. L. Gledson Finnies Heavy Haulage S

Placed in a NH flat race from five starts. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Windtothelightning when seventh of 8 on her hurdling debut at Sedgefield over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Has some questions to answer based on her most recent efforts. Official BHA Rating -

12 FLASH BULB (IRE) (61)

4 10-2

Br B f Camelot - Ethel Stephen Mulqueen J

O Making Headway Racing and K Scott Katie Scott, Galashiels T

B O’Connor International Limited Overlander Vehicles S

Well beaten at 80-1 behind Dream Harder when eighth of 9 on her latest outing on the Flat at Newcastle over 1m 2f in December last year Showed some promise on the level but a watching brief is advised on her hurdling bow Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2022: CARNFUNNOCK (IRE) 5 11 0 Daryl Jacob 1-5 (S R B Crawford) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

HERO: Following its run on 18/11/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Benassi (IRE), 11-4 L Anamour (FR), 4-1 Fortescue Wood (IRE), 7-1 Bingoo (GB), Hero (FR), 16-1 It’s Dan (IRE), Maisie Too (GB), 20-1 I Doubt That (IRE), 25-1 Hombre de Guerra (IRE), Flash Bulb (IRE), 66-1 Sea Prince (FR)

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BENASSI was successful on his second start under Rules at Uttoxeter last month and another bold showing like beckons as there should be a lot more to come. L Anamour adds further spice to the race for powerful connections and he can be expected to go well, while it might also be worth considering Fortescue Wood, who has won a bumper and novice hurdle at this track. totewin: Benassi toteeachway: L Anamour

THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series 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.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): L Russell (29 wins from 250 runners, 12%) runs ROWDY RUSTLER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs ROWDY RUSTLER colours no horse age st-lb

LONGEST TRAVELLER: WEE SMALL HOURS trained by M Rice, Ireland.

1 ROWDY RUSTLER (IRE) (56) 5261-23 D

8 12-1

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Posh Posy (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Mr John R. Adam Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Rosemary Rooney Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on good ground. Third of 6 behind Donna’s Double beaten 34l at 3-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (heavy) last month. It is far too soon to be writing him off Official BHA Rating 111

2 BOBBY BOW (IRE) (53) 14063/-2 D

9 12-0

Br B g Frammassone (IRE) - Bramble Cottage (IRE) Luca Morgan J

O Mrs G. Morgan Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Dermot Cross Fitzdares S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Art Of Illusion when second of 9 at 7-2 on his chase debut at Ffos Las over 2m 5f (heavy) last month. Merits plenty of respect on the back of that effort. Official BHA Rating 110

3 ROAD WARRIOR (GB) (63) P2-064P D

9 11-13

Br Gr g Fair Mix (IRE) - Mimi Equal Ross Chapman J

O Mr Neil Taylor Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Shade Oak Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

He has won four chases from 2m 3f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy. Pulled up at the 11th when 16-1 at Newcastle over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Heltenham in December last year on his latest outing. Others make more appeal. Official BHA Rating 109

4 GOLD EMERY (FR) (30) 0P11-35

7 11-13

Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Queissa (FR) Brian Hughes 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. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Tip Top Mountain when fifth of 12 on his chase debut at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Remains unexposed and cannot be discounted. Official BHA Rating 109

5 RIPPER ROO (FR) (58) 2331/-60 D

8 11-12

Br Gr g Smadoun (FR) - Sninfia (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Deva Racing (RR), Shalvey & Partners

Olly Murphy Wilmcote T

B Mlle Catherine Fenemore Deva Racing Group S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Bak Rocky when 10th of 14 on his latest outing in a chase at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (heavy) in December last year Best watched based on recent evidence. Official BHA Rating 108

6 HELL ON EARTH (IRE) (597) 34/3626-

9 11-8

Br Gr g Germany (USA) - Ceol Tire (IRE) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Bissett Racing Catch Bissett, Leslie T

B Sean Moran Tote S

Placed in a hurdle race and four chases from 22 starts. Finished 16l behind Double Windsor when sixth of 15 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 6f (good) in July ‘21. Having his first run for a new stable today A watching brief is advised. Official BHA Rating 104

7 WHERE’S HECTOR (GB) (33) 223-003

Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Diavoleria

6 11-7

Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr J Goodrick Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B M. W. Easterby Stittenham Farms S

Placed in four hurdle races and a chase from eight starts. Third of 10 behind Roccowithlove beaten 9l at 8-1 on his chase debut at Catterick over 2m 3f (soft) last month. That was a step in the right direction but more is required here. Official BHA Rating 103

8 DEEP CHARM (GB) (13) 2P4-P3P

9 11-2

Br B g Kayf Tara - Reel Charmer Sam Coltherd J

O Mr Richard & Mrs Lisa Mcculloch

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B George A. Charlton Dem-Master Demolition Ltd S

A winner of a chase at 3m on heavy ground. Pulled up at the 10th when 10-1 over this course and distance (good to soft) in a chase won by Ardera Cross earlier this month on his latest outing. Needs to find to some improvement to be successful at this level. Official BHA Rating 98

9 THE JAD FACTOR (IRE) (56) 3125-0F D

7 11-2

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Sumability (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O John Dickson R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Kenneth Parkhill

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Fell at the last when 14-1 here over 2m 4f (heavy) in a hurdle race won by So Many Roads last month on his latest outing. Was still in contention on that occasion and he should not be discounted here. Official BHA Rating 98

10 ARDERA CROSS (IRE) (13) 620P51 CD

12 10-10

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Fair Maid Marion (IRE) Sean Quinlan 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 12 chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy A winner at 10-1 in a chase over this course and distance (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Storm Tiger by 1 1/2l. Worthy of consideration. Official BHA Rating 92

11 WEE SMALL HOURS (IRE) (34) 46-0061 D

14 10-5

Br B g Millkom - Avro’s Air (IRE) Jonathon Bewley (3) J

O Mr M. Rice M. Rice, Ireland T

B Mr Michael Rice

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 3f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Down Royal over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Aodhan May by a head. Another with claims in an open event. Official BHA Rating 87

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 7.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

Stewards Note:

WHERE’S HECTOR: Following its run on 25/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

DEEP CHARM: Following its run on 14/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was reluctant to jump off

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Bobby Bow (IRE), 5-1 Gold Emery (FR), 13-2 Rowdy Rustler (IRE), 7-1 Ardera Cross (IRE), 17-2 Wee Small Hours (IRE), 11-1 Where’s Hector (GB), 12-1 The Jad Factor (IRE), 18-1 Road Warrior (GB), 20-1 Hell On Earth (IRE), 22-1 Ripper Roo (FR), 28-1 Deep Charm (GB)

1ST

3rd 4th Time

2nd

Race Result Distances

A case can be made for plenty of these but none more so than BOBBY BOW, who was second on his return from a 642-day break at Ffos Las last month. That was his chasing debut and the nine-year-old is entitled to improve for the experience. Ardera Cross and Wee Small Hours are recent winners who merit consideration, while Gold Emery edges out The Jad Factor and Rowdy Rustler to be the pick of the remainder.

totewin: Bobby Bow

TODAY’S TOP TRAINER toteeachway: Ardera Cross

- STUART CRAWFORD

Stuart is enjoying a really successful season particularly here at Ayr where he has saddled eight winners from 28 runners giving him a 29% strike rate. He has declared five hoses this afternoon including L Anamour who won at our January 2 meeting and who runs in the Virgin Bet Daily Price Boosts Novices’ Hurdle at 2.45pm with Daryl Jacob riding. Stuart introduces a newcomer Giacosa in the Virgin Bet National Hunt Flat Race at 5.00pm and he traditionally does well in this type of contest.

17% SUCCESS RATE AT AYR OVER THE LAST 5 YEARS

17 WINS FROM 101 RUNNERS

TODAY’S TOP JOCKEY - DARYL JACOB

A highly experienced jockey Daryl continues to have a great association with leading owners Simon Munir and Isaac Souede and he dons their famous double green colours this afteroon on Belaney Lord in the Virgin Bet Daily Extra Places Maiden Hurdle at 1.45pm and on L Anamour in the Novices’ Hurdle an hour later Daryl has a superb record at the track this season with seven winners fropm 16 rides and will be hoping to add to that tally today

29% SUCCESS RATE AT AYR OVER THE LAST 5 YEARS

10 WINS FROM 34 RIDES

THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)

for 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): S R B Crawford (18 wins from 108 runners, 17%) runs CURIOUS TIMES

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Neville (4 wins from 7 runners, 57%) runs GLENTRUAN

LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAVE COURT & GLADIATORIAL trained by N Kelly & CURIOUS TIMES trained by S R B Crawford - both Ireland.

Colours No Horse Age

st-lb

1 FOSTER’SISLAND (GB) (12) 2-20245 CD 8 12-2

Br B g Trans Island - Mrs Eff Joshua Thompson (10) J

O The Oakwood Nobels Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B T. C. Dawson Micky Hammond Racing S

Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 7l behind Impulsive One when fifth of eight at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month. Must hold every chance on recent form. Official BHA Rating 122

2 BIG BRESIL (GB) (733) 2/21/52U/-

8 12-0

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Cutielilou (FR) Jack Quinlan J

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse

B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T

B Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey Tote S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 2f on heavy ground. Unseated rider at Doncaster over 3m (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Sultans Pride in February ‘21 on his latest outing. Having his first run for a new stable today Best watched on his return. Official BHA Rating 120

3 GLENTRUAN (IRE) (14) 515-P62 CD

8 12-0

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Mac Idol (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Neville, Kehoe, Dennis and Scott Patrick Neville, Leyburn T

B M. F. Condon

The Red Armoury S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on soft and yielding ground. Beaten 1/2l by Kavanaghs Cross when second of nine at 15-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Catterick over 2m 3f (good) earlier this month. Capable of being in the shake-up. Official BHA Rating 120

4 GLADIATORIAL (IRE) (92) 3FU205

8 12-0

Br B g Fame And Glory - Shed Mr Oran McGill (7) J

O Mr William M. Brown Noel C. Kelly, Northern Ireland T

B Mr Eamonn Bracken

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 6f on good ground. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Applaus when fifth of six on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (soft) in November last year Unlikely to trouble the principals. Official BHA Rating 120

5 CURIOUS TIMES (IRE) (84) 31003F D

10 11-13

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Aunt Rosalie (IRE) Sam Ewing (3) J

O Mrs Pat Sloan S. R. B. Crawford Northern Ireland T

B Michael Fitzgerald

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and yielding ground. Fell at the 5th when 9-2 at Musselburgh over 2m (soft) in a chase won by Diamond State in December last year on his latest outing. One to consider for the places at least. Official BHA Rating 119

6 BARONY LEGENDS (IRE) (56) 3162-4P

7 11-11

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Monty’s Sister (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Bective Stud Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Cathal Ennis

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on soft ground. Pulled up four out when 15-2 here over 2m 4f (heavy) in a chase won by Donna’s Double last month on his latest outing. Faces a tough assignment on all known evidence. Official BHA Rating 117

7

MOONLIGHT SPIRIT (IRE) (46) 1-PF

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Moonsail

O D & Y Simpson, D Blyth, MLS Syndicate

7 11-9

Charlotte Jones (3) J

James Moffatt, Cartmel T

B Godolphin Tote S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Fell at the third when 10-1 at Catterick over 2m (heavy) in a hurdle race won by El Muchacho last month on his latest outing. Hard to recommend based on his last couple of efforts. Official BHA Rating 115

8

MINELLA YOUNGY (IRE) (21) 154050

Br B or Br g Beat Hollow - Cheryls Island (IRE)

O Mr Brendan Keogh

B Mrs Mary Margaret Roche

5 11-4

Nathan Moscrop J

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Applaus at 33-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has some questions to answer. Official BHA Rating 110

9 CAVE COURT (IRE) (15) 50420

6 11-3

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Ben Roseler (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O TSM Racing Syndicate Noel C. Kelly, Northern Ireland T B Niall McGrady

Placed in a hurdle race from five starts. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Wa Wa when 23rd of 25 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 6f (good - yielding) earlier this month. Looks to be up against it.

Official BHA Rating 109

10 OKAVANGO DELTA (IRE) (48) 203-310

7 11-2

Br B g Ocovango - Court My Eye Dylan Johnston (7) J

O One For The Road Flower Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Denis and Mrs Teresa Bergin Hazelrigg Racing S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on good ground. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Clear White Light when eighth of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 3f (good to soft) last month. Claims on his penultimate effort. Official BHA Rating 108

11 FENNA’S LOSS (IRE) (14) 1202P4 D

6 11-1

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Caronova (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J

O URSA Major Racing & Mrs S Morrell Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B P. O’Gorman Elston Engineering Limited, Elstone Engineering S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on good ground. Finished 6l behind Kavanaghs Cross when fourth of nine on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Catterick over 2m 3f earlier this month. Has won at Uttoxeter and Hexham this season. Needs more. Official BHA Rating 107

12 SOCKS OFF (IRE) (29) F0-0313 D BF

6 10-12

Br Br g Society Rock (IRE) - Deliziosa (IRE) Aaron Anderson (5) J

O Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited Rebecca Menzies Sedgefield T

B Padraig O’Reilly Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on soft ground. Third of seven behind Zwicky beaten 10l at 7-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sedgefield over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. One for the shortlist. Official BHA Rating 104

13 CORAL BLUE (IRE) (22) 401261 D 8 10-8

Br B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Eva’s Time (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Mr Duncan McCready Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Moyglare Stud Farm Solway Fuels S

He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 5f on good and soft ground. A winner at 22-1 in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating I Am Gonna Be by 5l. Has also won at Kelso this season. Strong form claims. Official BHA Rating 100

14 SO MANY ROADS (GB) (56) 50-561 CD 6 10-7

Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Spotthestripe Craig Nichol J

O The Wellfed Boys Donald Whillans, Hawick T

B Mr A. D. Sansome

A winner for the first time from five starts at 9-2 in a hurdle race over this course and distance (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Euchan Falls by 1 3/4l. Can make his presence felt on the back of that career-best effort. Official BHA Rating 99

15 LISSEN TO THE LADY (IRE) (26) 1-46533 BF 9 10-4

Br B m Fame And Glory - Liss Rua (IRE) Patrick Wadge (7) 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 eight behind On We Go beaten 13l at 10-3fav on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) earlier this month. Appears to have plenty on her plate here. Official BHA Rating 96

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 11, 13 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 12, 15

Stewards Note:

GLADIATORIAL: Following its run on 27/11/2022 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem.

MINELLA YOUNGY: Following its run on 6/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 So Many Roads (GB), 8-1 Foster’sisland (GB), Coral Blue (IRE), 9-1 Glentruan (IRE), Fenna’s Loss (IRE), 10-1 Socks Off (IRE), 18-1 Lissen To The Lady (IRE), 20-1 Curious Times (IRE), 22-1 Big Bresil (GB), Moonlight Spirit (IRE), Okavango Delta (IRE), 25-1 Barony Legends (IRE), Cave Court (IRE), 40-1 Gladiatorial (IRE), 50-1 Minella Youngy (IRE) 2ND 3RD toteeachway: Foster’sisland

A taking winner at Musselburgh last time out, there should be plenty more to come from CORAL BLUE as he looks to follow up off a 6lb higher mark. He can get the better of the C&D winner So Many Roads and Foster’sisland Curious Times is another who arrives here with valid form claims, while Glentruan and Lissen To The Lady complete the shortlist totewin: Coral Blue

THE VIRGIN BET DAILY MONEY BACK MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £8000 Prize Money.£4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (36 wins from 235 runners, 15%) runs SEPTEMBER DAISY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs LADY TREMAINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: FOLLOW THAT trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 323 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 LADY BOWES (GB) (13) 32F-P2P

9 12-2

Br B m Malinas (GER) - Blazing Bay (IRE) William Shanahan (7) J

O Bowes Lodge Stables James Moffatt, Cartmel T

B Bowes Lodge Stables James Moffatt Racing Stables S Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up 2 out when 9-1 over this course and distance (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Apple Away last time. Would make greater appeal on a slower surface. Official BHA Rating 102

2 LADY TREMAINE (IRE) (26) 1514-55 D

8 12-2

Br B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Lough Lein Leader (IRE) Charlie Maggs (10) 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 17l behind On We Go when fifth of 8 at 5-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month. Effectively now 12lb lower and respected. Official BHA Rating 102

3 JESSIEMAC (IRE) (26) 4P0P42 CD

9 11-10

Br Br m Sholokhov (IRE) - All Our Blessings (IRE) 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. Beaten 2 3/4l by On We Go when second of 8 at 5-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month. A similar effort should see her involved. Official BHA Rating 96

4 ATOMIC ANGEL (GB) (27) 246P14

8 11-3

Br Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Sovereignoftheseas Sam Coltherd J

O Castle View Racing Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B Mrs A. M. L. Munnis Finnies Heavy Haulage S

She has won three hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 3f on good to soft and heavy ground. Finished 9l behind Fortcanyon when fourth of 15 at 11-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 6f (soft) last month. Should appreciate this extra distance. Official BHA Rating 89

5 REVE DE NIAMH (GB) (13) 260000

6 11-0

Br B m Telescope (IRE) - En Reve Dylan Johnston (7) J

O The Twelve Munkys Iain Jardine Carrutherstown T

B Mrs Louise Munnis Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

Placed in a hurdle race and a NH flat race from seven starts. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Lone Star when seventh of 11 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Must prove her stamina over this extended 3m distance. Official BHA Rating 86

6 GYPSEY’S SECRET (IRE) (26) 45/P0-3P

8 10-12

Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lady Howe Stephen Mulqueen J

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

B Thistletown Stud

Unplaced in all six starts. Pulled up at the last when 25-1 over this course and distance (soft) in a hurdle race won by On We Go earlier this month on her latest outing. Has something to prove after that handicap debut. Official BHA Rating 84

7 FOLLOW THAT (GB) (21) 022/-45P

Br B m Malinas (GER) - Leading On

O Olly Murphy Racing Club

9 10-8

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Aiden Murphy McCoy Contractors S

Placed in two hurdle races from ten starts. Pulled up 2 out when 20-1 at Fontwell over 2m 6f (good) in a hurdle race won by My Ticketyboo earlier this month on her latest outing. Lurks on a dangerous mark if bouncing back to form. Official BHA Rating 80

8 FARNE ISLAND (GB) (62) 0-000

Br Gr m Trans Island - Tigerific (IRE)

O Ian Nicol Racing

B T. C. Dawson

6 10-5

Craig Nichol J

Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

Tote S

Unplaced in all four starts. Well beaten at 200-1 behind Quick Sharpener when 12th of 17 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m (soft) in December last year May prove more competitive now entering handicaps and the market could reveal more. Official BHA Rating 77

9 JOANNA I’M FINE (IRE) (13) 206-303

6 10-2

Br Ch m Famous Name - Toye Native (IRE) Alexander Thorne (5) J

O Mr Graham Truscott Jackie Stephen, Melrose T B Mr Ian Lindsay Rapid Project Developments Ltd. S

Placed in three hurdle races from ten starts. Third of 11 behind Lone Star beaten 6l at 8-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has place claims if posting a similar performance. Official BHA Rating 74

10 GALE FORCE ONE (IRE) (703) 556/- 7 10-2

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Accordingtoeileen (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Mrs M. Curran Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Paros when sixth of 7 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m (good to soft) in March ‘21. Runs from 2lb out of the handicap. Requires closer inspection in the market now up markedly in trip. Official BHA Rating 72

11 SEPTEMBER DAISY (GB) (49) 604-635

8 10-2

Br B m September Storm (GER) - Alleged To Rhyme (IRE) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O P and F Racing N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Unplaced in all ten starts. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Horacio Apple’s when fifth of 9 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 5f (heavy) last month. Runs from 2lb out of the handicap. May prove vulnerable to unexposed rivals once more. Official BHA Rating 72

12 HOWZAT HIRIS (FR) (57) 53-4600

6 10-2

Br Gr m Al Namix (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR) Joshua Thompson (10) J

O Sticky Wicket Racing Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B S.C.E.A Elevage de Clermont Micky Hammond Racing S

Placed in a hurdle race from 13 starts. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Just Jess when eighth of 12 last time in a hurdle race at Catterick over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Runs from 2lb out of the handicap. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time, but looks up against it. Official BHA Rating 72

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5.

Stewards Note:

LADY BOWES: Following its run on 14/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going GYPSEY’S SECRET: Following its run on 1/2/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Jessiemac (IRE), 5-1 Atomic Angel (GB), 6-1 Joanna I’m Fine (IRE), 15-2 Lady Bowes (GB), 8-1 Lady Tremaine (IRE), 9-1 September Daisy (GB), 12-1 Follow That (GB), 22-1 Gale Force One (IRE), 28-1 Reve de Niamh (GB), Howzat Hiris (FR), 40-1 Gypsey’s Secret (IRE), 66-1 Farne Island (GB) totewin: Gale Force One

Jessiemac sets the standard after finishing second over C&D earlier in the month and a 4lb rise shouldn’t prevent another bold bid. There are, however, two interesting handicap debutants who are up markedly in distance. Farne Island and GALE FORCE ONE are respected with a chance taken on the latter. The Nicky Richards inmate has a 703-day absence to overcome, but she’s bred to be a lot better than her current mark and may prove a different proposition in this sphere.

Betting

toteeachway: Farne Island

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADRIAN!

Adrian Greer is celebrating his 65th birthday at the Racecourse today with his wife Loraine. Happy Birthday Adrian have a lovely day.

RACE 5.00

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

for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £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 (36 wins from 235 runners, 15%) runs BLUEBELL GLEN & LUCKY SOLDIER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs ESPRIT DU POTIER LONGEST TRAVELLER: GIACOSA trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 JUDICIAL REVIEW (IRE) (21) 5214

5 11-9

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Chartani (IRE) Leah Noreci (10) J

O Racing in Furness James Moffatt, Cartmel T

B Mr Alan Broderick Tote S

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Finished 9l behind Bullets Hill when fourth of nine at 9-2 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month. Needs to find some improvement. Official BHA Rating -

2 SAMAZUL (GB) (78) 01 D

5 11-9

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Samandara (FR) J

O OAP III Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mill House Stud & Alan King Racing Horse & Groom East Ashling S