Ayr Racecard - Saturday 22nd April

Coral Scottish Grand National Festival Day Two

Saturday 22nd April 2023 - Official Programme £3.50

WELCOME to Coral Scottish Grand National Saturday and to what is one of Scotland’s truly great sporting occasions featuring the finest day’s jump racing in the north.

The Coral Scottish Grand National holds a very special place in horse racing and once again the field includes highly rated chasers from some of the leading stables in the UK and Ireland.

Before today’s big race we have a special rendition of Flower Of Scotland performed by Siobhan McAuley and David Douglas which will add to the atmosphere.

Lucinda Russell has two runners in the Coral Scottish Grand National and I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate her, Peter Scudamore, Derek Fox and the entire team on their magnificent achievement in winning last week’s Grand National with Corach Rambler

Could team Russell make it an Aintree-Ayr double? Now that would be a great story

I‘m delighted Rachael Blackmore is here to ride Telmesomethinggirl for owner Kenny Alexander in the Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Chase. She is a great ambassador for the sport and her participation this afternoon adds even more to the occasion.

I’d like to give a special mention to Coral whose name has become synonymous with the Scottish Grand National. Their sponsorship began in 2007 and since then, thanks in no small way to their support, the race has grown in stature and is one of the outstanding highlights of the jumps season in Britain. In addition to the Coral Scottish Grand National, Coral also sponsor the Scottish Champion Hurdle which has attracted a high class line up of 12 runners.

We are also grateful to our other sponsors on what is a superb afternoon’s racing.

Albert Bartlett have sponsored the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase for many years and Jordan Electrics are also long standing supporters of the Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Chase.

I welcome back CPMS who sponsor the Novices’ Champion Chase and also Tennent’s for their backing of the Tennent’s Handicap Hurdle.

We have first time sponsors today in Macklin Motors whose Macklin Motors Toyota Coming To Ayr ‘Hands & Heels’ Handicap Hurdle features some promising young conditional jockeys and amateur riders.

The Golf Inn Prestwick once again sponsors the final race of the afternoon, the Golf Inn Prestwick Open National Hunt Flat Race. This race has a habit of producing some very good winners and this year’s field is full of promising young horses.

A big welcome also to the ITV Racing Team headed by Ed Chamberlin who are here this afternoon providing outstanding coverage for those who can’t be here in person today

Thank you all for being here today and I hope you have a successful and enjoyable day

David Brown Managing Director Ayr Racecourse

Ayr Racecourse is one of six Large Racecourses to be awarded the ROA Gold Standard Award.

TOP JOCKEYS

NICO DE BOINVILLE

Nico is always a welcome visitor to Ayr and comes here with high hopes of a few winners this afternoon. He rides Dusart for owner Ronnie Bartlett and trainer Nicky Henderson in the Coral Scottsh Grand National and this horse was impressive when winning the CPMS Novices’ Champion Chase here last year Nico also takes the mount on First Street in the Scottish Champion Hurdle and his other mounts include City Chief in the CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase.

RACHEL BLACKMORE

It’s great to welcome Rachel to Ayr for our biggest day’s racing of the season and she rides Telmesomethinggirl for Henry de Bromhead in the Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Novices’ Chase. The mare won a Beginners’ Chase at Navan in January and runs in the colours of Kenny Alexander made famous by the brilliant Honeysuckle. Rachel has only ridden here four times and her presence here this afternoon is sure to attract a lot of interest.

BRENDAN POWELL

This talented young rider has forged a good partnership with trainer Joe Tizzard and he rides Oscar Elite for the yard in the CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase. His last outing saw him finish fifth to Corach Rambler in the Ultima Chase at Cheltenham. Brendan also rides Elixir de Nutz in the opening contest the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase.

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

Sam is one of the finest jockeys in the country and has a great record in the Coral Scottish Grand National having won on Vicente in 2016 and 2017 He rides Undersupervision in this afternoon’s renewal for his father Nigel. Sam also takes the mount on Milkwood in the Scottish Champion Hurdle and this partnership won the 2021 running of the race and will be hoping for a repeat this year

JONJO O’NEILL Jnr

Jonjo Jnr is one of the finest young riders in the country and although he has ridden at Ayr only a few times in his short career he has already been on the scoresheet here. He is booked to ride Monbeg Genius for his father Jonjo senior in the Coral Scottish Grand National. This horse was third to subsequent Grand National winner Corach Rambler in the Ultima Chase at Cheltenham and gives his jockey a great chance of a first Coral Scottish Grand National win.

BRIAN HUGHES

Brian will be crowned champion jumps jockey for the third time in four seasons at Sandown next week and would dearly love to head there on the back of a successful afternoon here. His rides today include Richmond Lake for trainer Donald McCain in the Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Novices’ Chase a race Brian won on Cloudy Dream in 2017 He also partners Pay The Piper in the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase which opens the card at 1.15pm and his Coral Scottish Grand National mount is Famous Bridge for Nicky Richards.

SEAN QUINLAN JACK TUDOR

Another outstanding young jockey who rides Kitty’s Light, the favourite in the Coral Scottish Grand National. The 20 year-old rode the gelding to be second to stablemate Win My Wings in last year’s contest and was also in the saddle for his win in the Eider Chase at Newcastle in February He rode a winner at the meeting last year when Stringtoyourbow won the Thistle Cabs Group Hurdle.

Sean rode Takingrisks for trainer Nicky Richards to win the 2019 Coral Scottish Grand National and partners Small Present for Sue Smith in today’s big race. He rides Return Ticket in the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase the horse that won the race last year Sean also gets the leg up on Ned Tanner in the CPMS Novices’ Handicap Chase and this horse has solid course form.

TOP TRAINERS

CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS

Christian wrote his name into the record books when saddling the 1-2 in last year’s Coral Scottish Grand National with Win My Wings crossing the line in front of Kitty’s Light. The latter runs again this afternoon with Jack Tudor riding, while the stable is also represented by Cap du Nord. Can Christian pull off another famous victory and another 1-2? Sponsors Coral installed Kitty’s Light as their favourite as soon as the entries were published so he must have a great chance.

NICKY HENDERSON

Nicky is a regular visitor to this Festival and has captured nearly all of the major races with the exception of the Coral Scottish Grand National He could rectify that this afternoon when Dusart runs in the big race with Nico de Boinville taking the ride. He won the CPMS Novices’ Champion Chase at this fixture last year and runs in the colours of owner Ronnie Bartlett. First Street represents Nicky in the Coral Scottish Champion Hurdle, a race he last won with Verdana Blue in 2019 while he runs Balco Coastal in the Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Chase.

JONJO O’NEILL

Jonjo has high hopes this afternoon with Monbeg Genius who runs in the Coral Scottish Grand National this afternoon coming here after finishing third to Grand National winner Corach Rambler in the Ultima Chase at Cheltenham last month. The seven-yearold was only beaten two and a quarter lengths and that is rock solid form. Before Cheltenham he had won three chases in succession and earlier this week his odds were cut massively by Coral.

SANDY THOMSON

Sandy has gone close in the Coral Scottish Grand National in the past with Dingo Dollar second in 2021 the same year as The Ferry Master was fourth and he saddled Seeyouatmidnight to finish third in 2016 He is double handed in today’s feature with Empire Steel and Flower Of Scotland and both could run big races. Earlier on the card Sandy runs Donna’s Double, owned by David Armstrong and Lee Westwood, in the CPMS Novices’ Champion Chase.

JOE TIZZARD

Joe saddles his first ever runner at Ayr this afternoon when Elixir de Nutz contests the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase with Brendan Powell riding. Throughout the afternoon Joe has a few more runners with Oscar Elite set to contest the CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase after running fifth behind Corach Rambler in the Ultima Chase at Cheltenham in March.

PAUL NICHOLLS

Paul who is set to be champion trainer again this season comes here this afternoon with some outstanding runners. He has won the Scottish Grand National three times previously with Vicentre (2016 & 2017) and Belmont King (1997). Today he runs Threeunderthrufive and Flash Collonges in the big race this afternoon. Rubaud is the Nicholls runner in the Coral Champion Hurdle and carries the colours of Chris Giles and Brendan McManus.

LUCINDA RUSSELL

Can Lucinda make it an Aintree-Ayr double a week after winning the Grand National with Corach Rambler? What a fabulous story that would be. Lucinda won the Scottish National in 2021 with Mighty Thunder and he is one of two intended runners for the stable today with the other being Your Own Story Later on in the card Serious Operator runs for the stable in the Tennent’s Handicap Hurdle at 4.10pm.

DAN SKELTON

Dan’s record at this Festival is excellent and he has a strong hand of runners today He kicks off with Frere d’Armes in the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase and he has won two out of his three chase starts. In the CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase Dan is represented by the consistent Sail Away and 35 minutes later L’Eau du Sud lines up in the Coral Scottish Champion Hurdle. Unexpected Party is the stable runner in the Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Chase.

TIGHT RACE FOR JOCKEYS’ CHAMPIONSHIP

A mere five points separates the leading five jockeys in the race to be top jockey for the 2022-2023 season at Ayr.

Sean Quinlan and Bruce Lynn sits on 37 points, with Brian Hughes on 35, Danny McMenamin 34 and Daryl Jacob on 32. All five are in action over the next two days so there is all to play for.

Lucinda Russell holds a nine point lead in the Trainers Championship with 64 points compared to Nick Alexander’s 55 Stuart Crawford is third on 41 points.

In the Owners Championship Simon Munir and Isaac Souede lead by 14 points from Mr and Mrs Duncan Davidson.

RACE STARTS

RACE 1 - 1.15PM

Scotty Brand Handicap Chase (Class 1)(Premier Handicap) 2m 110y

RACE 2 - 1.50PM

CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase (Class 2) 3m 20y

RACE 3 - 2.25PM

Coral Scottish Champion Hurdle (A Limited Handicap)(Class 1) (Grade 2) 2m

RACE 4 - 3.00PM

Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Novices’ Chase(Class 1) (Grade 2) 2m 4f 110y

RACE 5 - 3.35 PM

Coral Scottish Grand National Handicap Chase (Class 1) (Premier Handicap) 3m 7f 176y

RACE 6 - 4.10PM

Tennent’s Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 2m 5f 91y

RACE 7 - 4.45PM

Macklin Motors Toyota Coming To Ayr ‘Hands & Heels Handicap Hurdle (Class 4)(Conditional Jockeys’ and Amateur Riders’ Race) (Racing Excellence Series Finale) 2m 4f 110y

RACE 8 - 5.20PM

Golf Inn Prestwick Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 3) 2m

SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL FESTIVAL

GETTING ABOUT

Roman Warrior Restaurant

Parade Ring

Ayrshire Suite

Club Stand Area

Princess Royal Hospitality Boxes

Winner’s Enclosure

Champagne Bar

Grandstand Area

Tented Village

Princess Royal Suite

Chancellor Restaurant

Legends Lounge

A parade of retired racehorses takes place in the paddock from 12.15pm to 12.30pm, the parade showcases the versatility of the thoroughbred together with the range of activities open to racehorses when they finish their racing careers, thanks to the work of Retraining of Racehorses (RoR).

Today’s parade features a host of familiar names who have adapted to a new career, including 2019 Scottish Grand National winner Takingrisks.

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British Horseracing’s official charity for the welfare of horses that have retired from racing. The charity’s four core roles and responsibilities can be summarised as follows,

• Creates a demand for former racehorses through opportunities to participate and compete in a range of equine disciplines and therapeutic activities;

• Educates owners and riders who take responsibility for former racehorses;

• Facilitates the transition to a second career for horses leaving racing;

• Protects the welfare of former racehorses, in particular those in need of charitable support and care.

RoR annually stages over 40 separate competition series across 15 different disciplines, catering for all levels of ability, from grassroots to elite. The disciplines include dressage, showing, polo, eventing, show jumping, endurance, hunting and horse ball.

For more information visit: www.ror.org.uk

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National – April 22nd 2023

Racehorses (RoR) Parade

15-year-old by Presenting, formerly trained by Nicky Richards Breeder – Keith Douglas Duke of Navan was one of the flagbearing northern horses for a few good years for trainer Nicky Richards for owners David and Nicky Robinson. Duke of Navan was broken in by jockey Brian Harding who also rode him on the racetrack, He was a yard favourite, and he was Nicky’s ride towards the end of his training. He has gone full circle and is now living the good life with Brian’s wife Kelly who has taken him to many fun rides, camps and he’s been hunting all winter He won his first RoR show in hand. He is ridden over the fells regularly and he will be aimed at the RoR classes in the summer Kelly says, “He is adored by all of us, and Duke of Navan still gets visits from all who have been involved with him from the beginning”.

10-year-old by Arabian Gleam, formerly trained by R Mike Smith. Breeder

Corsby Racing

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Granite City Doc was bred and owned by his rider’s husband and friends throughout his career He is our horse of a lifetime winning four times, three of which came at his beloved Hamilton. Granite City Doc was retired in September 2022 where he came home and had a nice long holiday He came back into work in February this year so is in the early stages of his retraining and has attended a couple of RoR flat work clinics, he is also showing a willing attitude at learning to jump. We plan to continue with his education and hopefully try some show jumping later this year

11-year-old by Aqlaam, formerly trained by Jim Goldie Breeder – J Ellis

Strong Steps aka Striker has been in the care of today’s rider since March 2021. He is showing great potential and ability in cross country and dressage training, they have done a lot of BHS ride outs which went very well. They have excelled in the show ring since the start where he seemed to excel at winning and placing at county shows and qualifying for the Jockey Club RoR National Championships. Natasha is so overjoyed with his progress and willingness on the journey to get where they are today It was not easy and still a work in progress every day The plan is to continue showing and do some dressage this year and hope to maybe get out jumping at some point in the future.

13-year-old by Golden Tornado

formerly trained by Nicky Richards

Breeder - James Murray

The career highlight for Takingrisks was victory in the 2019 Coral Scottish Grand National when ridden by Sean Quinlan. He is now happily retired with Catherine Walton in Northumberland, where Catherine runs a pre-training and breaking yard. Over the winter Takingrisks has enjoyed regular hunting with local packs and is the perfect lead horse for young horses and breakers. He has been to an RoR clinic and a twoday camp which we both really enjoyed. This summer we are hoping to attend similar events, the long-term plan is to try some eventing.

1. DUKE OF NAVAN – ridden by Kelly Harding

2. GRANITE CITY DOC – ridden by Libby Ker-Ramsey

3. STRONG STEPS – ridden by Natasha Turner

4. TAKINGRISKS – ridden by Charlotte Tailford

ENTERT RACEDAY

RACED an at a guide to what’s on to help you your from start to finish. start to finish.

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COLIN MCARDLE

AYRSHIRE SUITE FROM 6.55PM

ROSIE HOULTON

WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL AFTER RACING

*Timings may be subject to change.

SPECIAL EVENTS

ROR PARADE

PADDOCK - 12.15PM

RoR Parade in the Paddock featuring horses who have been retrained since retiring from the racecourse. See RoR pages for full details of the equine stars taking part.

TIPSTER FORUM

PARADE RING - 12.35PM

JIM DELAHUNT, Head of PR & Raceday Presenter Ayr Racecourse hosting SIMON CLARE Coral Director of Public Relations and ED WATSON of the Scottish Sun.

SIOBHAN MCAULEY & DAVID DOUGLAS

SING THE NATIONAL

ANTHEM AT 3.30PM

This fabulous duo will sing Scotland’s National Anthem Flower Of Scotland in front of the stands immediately before the start of the 2023 Coral Scottish Grand National.

C AFE MENUS

SILKS

CAFE

IN THE PRINCESS ROYAL SUITE

IN THE AYRSHIRE SUITE

Cheeseburger £6.50 with fries

£6.50 with fries Chicken Curry £6.50 with fries Chicken Goujons £6.50 with fries Homemade Soup £3.50 with crusty roll Selection of Sandwiches £3.40 Portion of Fries £2.50 Cans Soft Juice £2.00

7 MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (29) 011612

B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE)

Allson Sparkle Ltd

C. and Mrs Wilson

8 11-1

Tom Scudamore

Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale

Won three hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 4m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1l by Time To Get Up when second of 20 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Midlands National at Uttoxeter over 4m 2f last month. This is more demanding. Official BHA Rating 144

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FORM RATINGS

Included in the form guide below each horse is a form rating, calculated from the horse’s previous performances, taking into account a number of variables such as finishing position, distance won/beaten by, horses beaten/beaten by weight carried, race time (compared with the standard time) going allowance number of days since that performance, etc.

Horses which have not raced will not have a form rating, as may some horses which have raced but not recently in Britain or their performances to-date have not yet merited a rating.

MIGHTY THUNDER WAS THE WINNER OF THE SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL ON SUNDAY, APRIL 18TH, 2021.

HOW TO BET

1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet by naming the horse. The bookmaker will repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3. If your horse wins, give your Betting Ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms. Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie. for a win or a place.

5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise you as to your rights.

6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes.e.g. £1, £5, £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

EACH WAY BETTING

In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win

• 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2

• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2

• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3

• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3

• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4

• Handicaps with 22 or more runners

1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only

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THE SCOTTY BRAND HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two miles and half a furlong handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170

2022 WINNER RETURN TICKET (IRE)

SP: 11/1

Age/Weight: 9-11-4

Runners: 7

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies

Summary: This two mile and half a furlong contest turned into an epic battle after the last with Return Ticket repelling the challenge of Malystic to win by a neck. Sean Quinlan’s mount led before four out and battled all the way up the home straight to just hold on.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): I Jardine (11 wins from 99 runners, 11%) runs GOLD DES BOIS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs FRERE D’ARMES

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ELIXIR DE NUTZ trained by J Tizzard, Sherborne, 380 miles.

TODAY’S

TIPS

Dan Skelton likes to target this meeting and looks to have an ideal candidate for this in the shape of FRERE D’ARMES who had to settle for second when looking to bag the hat-trick at Ascot. The winner has scored again since, while this six-year-old gets to run off the same mark, which could prove very beneficial. Last year’s chief protagonists Return Ticket (first) and Malystic (second) are back for more, while Elixir De Nutz had been in excellent form before a below par effort in the Grand Annual.

WIN: FRERE D’ARMES

EACHWAY: ELIXIR DE NUTZ DECLARED RUNNERS

time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 9.

Stewards Note:

ELIXIR DE NUTZ: Following its run on 15/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

COASTGUARD STATION: Following its run on 20/3/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered brief interference.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Frere d’Armes

THE SCOTTY BRAND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000

2M 110YDS

Prize Money.£22780 to the winning horse The second to receive £8548, the third £4280, the fourth £2132, the fifth £1072 and the sixth £536 colours no horse age st-lb

1 MALYSTIC (GB) (38) 2P1140 D

9 12-0

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Mystic Glen Danny McMenamin J

O Clova Syndicate and Mr P. D. Niven Peter Niven, Malton T

B Mrs J. A. Niven & Mrs D. M. Ewart P D Niven Racing Ltd S

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten behind Maskada when 11th of 19 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m last month. Runner-up last year and likely to figure again. Official BHA Rating 147

2 ELIXIR DE NUTZ (FR) (38) P-02120 D

9 11-13

Br Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Nutz (FR) Brendan Powell J

O Mr Terry Warner Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mr Tangi Saliou & Mme Jocelyne Ventrou Coral Racing Limited S

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 1m 6f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten when ninth of 19 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) last month. Must enter calculations. Official BHA Rating 146

3 PAY THE PIPER (IRE) (9) 343125 D

8 11-9

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly Brian Hughes J

O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T

B B. Walsh Hamilton S

Winner of three hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy Finished 7l behind Dancing On My Own when fifth of 13 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month. Noted. Official BHA Rating 142

4 FRERE D’ARMES (FR) (20) 165-112 D BF

6 11-3

Br B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Ville Sainte (FR) Bridget Andrews J

O Belbroughton Racing Club Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr Xavier Leredde The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes S

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 5l by Black Gerry when second of nine on his latest outing in a chase at Ascot over 2m 1f earlier this month. His consistency can be rewarded in this valuable affair. Official BHA Rating 136

5 RETURN TICKET (IRE) (14) 552641 CD

10 11-3

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Capelvenere (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies Sedgefield T

B Michael Ward Stonegrave Aggregates Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

Has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and six chases from 1m 7f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 9-1 in a chase at Carlisle over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Grand Voyage by 9l. A key player Official BHA Rating 136

6 HASANKEY (IRE) (9) 260324 CD

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Haziyna (IRE)

O The Hanky Panky Partnership

7 11-2

Lewis Dobb (7) J

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Postpack Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 7l behind Dancing On My Own when fourth of 13 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month. Capable of being in the shake-up. Official BHA Rating 135

7 BARON DE MIDLETON (IRE) (34) 512211 D 10 11-1

Br B g Brian Boru - Present Climate (IRE)

O Brian Ellison Racing Club

Patrick Wadge (5) J

Brian Ellison, Malton T

B Aidan Aherne Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy A winner in a chase at Carlisle over 2m on his latest outing last month, beating Tommy’s Oscar by a neck. Also engaged to compete here yesterday

8 GOLD DES BOIS (FR) (49) 146354 D

Br Ch g Full of Gold (FR) - Equatoriale (FR)

Official BHA Rating 134

9 10-7

Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

Winner of a hurdle race, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 7l behind Calico when fourth of five on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 2m last month. Has won twice at Kelso this season. One to avoid. Official BHA Rating 126

9 COASTGUARD STATION (IRE) (33) 1-03122 D BF 7 10-4

Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuruwaat (IRE)

O CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd

B Michael O’Sullivan

Denis O’Regan J

Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T

He has won a hurdle race, a chase and two point-to-points from 2m to 3m on good and soft ground. Beaten 1l by Maninsane when second of eight at evens fav on his latest outing in a chase at Southwell over 2m (good to soft) last month. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Official BHA Rating 123

10 ARDERA CROSS (IRE) (42) 0P5112 CD 12 10-2

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Fair Maid Marion (IRE) Alan Doyle (5) J

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T B V. Connolly & W. M Mullin

Won four hurdle races and 13 chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 8l by Captain Quint in a match at evens on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m 4f (good) last month. Eight-time course winner but difficult to recommend on these terms. Official BHA Rating 99 2ND 3RD

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLE BUS

We will be running a coach shuttle service, running in a loop from Ayr Racecourse to Ayr Railway Station and Ayr Bus Station. The service will commence at 3pm and will be available until 7.30pm in the evening to ensure you all have a safe journey home.

CASH MACHINES

Cash machines are located at the Princess Royal entrance.

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

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

JOCKEYS

TRAINERS

N. W. Alexander

1.50 3.35

Charles Byrnes

1.50 5.20

Stuart Coltherd

3.35

S. R. B. Crawford

4.10 5.20

Gavin Cromwell

3.35

Rebecca Curtis

3.35, 5.20

Henry de Bromhead

3.00

Miss Liz Doyle

3.35

Gordon Elliott

1.50 5.20

Brian Ellison 1.15, 2.25

P. A. Fahy 5.20

Mrs Lorna Fowler

Chris Gordon

Hamilton

Nicky Henderson

Anthony Honeyball

Iain Jardine

Adrian Keatley

Emma Lavelle

Lee 2.25

Donald McCain 2.25 3.00

John McConnell 2.25, 5.20

Menzies

Dan Skelton

1.15

Sue Smith

3.35

Jamie Snowden

3.00

Sandy Thomson

1.50 3.35 4.45

Joe Tizzard

1.15, 1.50, 4.45

Nigel Twiston-Davies

3.35

Ewan Whillans

1.50

Christian Williams

3.35

William Young Jnr

1.15

THE CPMS NOVICES’ CHAMPION HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This race was upgraded in 2018 thanks to backing from the BHA’s Development Fund and is a championship final for novice five-year-olds and upwards which have finished in the first eight on at least two occasions in any weight-for-age steeple chase during the current season.

2022 WINNER DUSART (IRE)

SP: 2/1 F

Age/Weight: 7-11-12

Runners: 8

Jockey: Nico de Boinville

Trainer: Nicky Henderson

Summary: Dusart raced prominently and hit the front before four out and pecked on landing two out. He was headed on the run-in before rallying and getting back up to deny Sounds Russian by half a length.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (38 wins from 234 runners, 16%) runs NED TANNER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs SAIL AWAY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: WHERE IT ALL BEGAN trained by G Elliott & TEMPTATIONINMILAN trained by C Byrnes, both Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS CITY CHIEF took another step forward when landing the Towton at Wetherby and the steadier of 12 stone may not be enough to stop Nicky Henderson’s progressive chaser from completing a hat-trick. Reynoldstown winner Oscar Elite was far from disgraced in fifth in the Ultima at Cheltenham and a bold bid is expected, while Sail Away is capable of better now returned to 3m. Handicap debutant Where It All Began and Temptationinmilan represent the Irish challenge and they can’t be discounted in a competitive contest.

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THE CPMS

NOVICES’ CHAMPION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000

Prize Money.£26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745 colours no horse age st-lb

1 CITY CHIEF (IRE) (77) 11-5211 CD

6 12-0

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Galant Ferns (IRE) Nico de Boinville J

O Mrs J Donnelly Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr L. Kenny Unibet S

Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner in the Grade 2 Towton Novices’ Chase at Wetherby over 3m on his last run in February, beating O’Toole by 5l. Progressive and looks to have more in store. Official BHA Rating 142

2 OSCAR ELITE (IRE) (39) P-50P15 D

8 11-11

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Lady Elite (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B T. McAuliffe Coral Racing Limited S

He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 14l behind Corach Rambler when fifth of 23 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Of strong interest. Official BHA Rating 139

3 SAIL AWAY (FR) (34) 262-312 D

7 11-8

Br Gr g Martaline - Baraka du Berlais (FR) Bridget Andrews J

O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B S.A.R.L. Phoenix Eventing John Cotton (Group) Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 3m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Jetoile when second of 4 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 2m 3f (soft) last month. Should appreciate this return to 3m and one to be interested in. Official BHA Rating 136

4 WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE) (13) 2P-F523

7 11-2

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Peggy Cullen (IRE) A. P. Heskin J

O McNeill Family/Patrick & Scott Bryceland Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Killian Traynor

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 5f on heavy ground. Third of 8 behind Aione beaten 6l at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Cork over 2m 4f (yielding) earlier this month. His opening mark looks fair and he’s likely capable of better. Official BHA Rating 130

5 FORWARD PLAN (IRE) (28) 212113 D

7 10-11

Br Br g Valirann (FR) - Culmore Native (IRE) Ben Godfrey (3)

O The Steeple Chasers Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

B Francis Flynn geegeez.co.uk

He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 2f on good and soft ground. Third of 10 behind Elvis Mail beaten 16l at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 3m 2f (soft) last month. Career-best performance required to triumph here. Official BHA Rating 125

6 TEMPTATIONINMILAN (IRE) (33) 222U13 D

7 10-8

Br B g Milan - Temptation (FR) P. Byrnes (5) J

O F. McCarthy Charles Byrnes, Ireland T

B Ronnie O’Neill

Successful in two chases at 2m 4f and 3m on good and good - yielding ground. Third of 12 behind Better Times Ahead beaten 9l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 2m 7f (heavy) last month. He holds place claims with a similar performance. Official BHA Rating 122

7 NED TANNER (IRE) (31) 1-41412 C

7 10-6

Br B g Milan - Rose Tanner (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Hands and Heels N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B John Mulcahy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on good and soft ground. Beaten 4l by Richmond Lake when second of 4 at 2/1 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 2m 4f (soft) last month. Has won twice at Kelso this season. Vulnerable to improvers. Official BHA Rating 120

8 DONNA’S DOUBLE (GB) (35) 26-3165 C 7 10-5

Br B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Elegant Accord (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B C. G. Johnson North Sea Logistics S

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 Well beaten at 6-1 behind Cash To Ash when fifth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 7f (heavy) last month. Best watched at present. Official BHA Rating 119

9 HOLD THE NOTE (IRE) (27) 15F541 D

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Keys Hope (IRE)

O BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell

9 10-2

Danny McMenamin J

Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Michael Martin Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m 1f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy

A winner in a chase at Carlisle over 3m (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Elleon by 7l. Has also won at Kelso this season. This demands more. Official BHA Rating 112

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Mike Wiseman was 70 on Wednesday and is here today with wife Sheelagh and friends to celebrate the occasion. We hope you have a great day Mike!

CHAMPION HURDLE FACTS

FIRST RUN

The Scottish Champion Hurdle was first run in 1966 which was the same year that the Scottish Grand National moved to Ayr after Bogside Racecourse closed. Blue Venom, ridden by Mr P Adams won the race.

FAMOUS HORSES

Famous horses to have won the race include legends such as Night Nurse (1976), Sea Pigeon (1977, 1978) and Alderbrook in 1996, the year after he won the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham. Bird’s Nest also won this race in 1979 and 1981.

BIG RACE JOCKEYS

Andy Turnell, Peter Scudamore, Richard Dunwoody and Richard Johnson have all ridden three Scottish Champion Hurdle winners, with the last named hoping to make it number four this afternoon.

WINNINGMOST TRAINER

Martin Pipe won the race a total of four times with Sayaparee (1990), Granville Again (1992), Blowing Wind (1998) and Copeland (2004)

SECOND IRISH WINNER

Anna Bunina became only the second Irish trained horse to win the Scottish Champion Hurdle when she won last year. The only other Irish based winner was Captain Christy in 1973. Trained by Pat Taaffe he went on to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup the following year. Anna Bunina, trained by John McConnell, bids to win the race again today.

CORAL SPONSORSHIP

Coral first sponsored this race in 2021 and we are delighted they noiw support the two principal races on today’s card

THE CORAL SCOTTISH CHAMPION HURDLE (A LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 1) (GRADE 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two miles handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards and due to the quality of the race it has been awarded Grade 2 status. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap, so higher rated horses will have to shoulder more weight than their lower rated rivals.

2022 WINNER

ANNA BUNINA (FR)

SP: 6/1

Age/Weight: 6-10-4

Runners: 8

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: John C McConnell

Summary: Irish raider Anna Bunina had finished second in this race in 2021 and went one better here. Showing great resolve she was pushed along after the third from home and was short of room at the last before keeping on in the closing stages to win by a length from West Cork.

RACE

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Richards (30 wins from 171 runners, 18%) runs PARISENCORE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs L’EAU DU SUD

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: ANNA BUNINA trained by J Mcconnell & COLONEL MUSTARD trained by L Fowler, both Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS Last year’s winner Anna Bunina heads to post in a bid to retain her crown, but she’s now 12lb higher than for that success and it might be worth taking a chance on another previous winner, MILKWOOD Neil Mulholland’s charge was impressive when coasting home to beat the aforementioned in the 2021 renewal. He’s not been at his best so far this season but, from 4lb below that winning mark, it would be no surprise were he to shine back at this venue. Colonel Mustard appeals as a key player following his second in the Morebattle. First Street and Soaring Glory should not be underestimated either

WIN: MILKWOOD

EACHWAY: ANNA BUNINA

2022: ANNA BUNINA (FR) 6 10 4 Sean Bowen 6-1 (John McConnell) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 9, 10 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10 Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

COLONEL MUSTARD: Following its run on 4/3/2023 it was reported that the horse had an overreach.

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THE CORAL SCOTTISH CHAMPION HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000

Prize Money.£42712 to the winning horse The second to receive £16027, the third £8025, the fourth £3997, the fifth £2010 and the sixth £1005 colours no horse age st-lb

1 FIRST STREET (GB) (36) 25-1330 D

6 11-12

Br B g Golden Horn - Ladys First Nico de Boinville J

O Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Lady Bamford Unibet S

He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 5f on good and soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Faivoir at 18-1 when 11th of 24 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month. Capable of mounting a serious challenge. Official BHA Rating 150

2 COLONEL MUSTARD (FR) (49) 330-422 D 8 11-8

Br Ch g Makfi - Waldblume (GER) Kieren Buckley (3) J

O Mrs A.Frost/P.G Davies/R.H. Fowler Mrs Lorna Fowler, Ireland T

B Gestut Gorlsdorf

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground. Beaten 2l by Benson when second of 16 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) last month. He looks well treated on last year’s form and must be feared. Official BHA Rating 146

3 HIGHWAY ONE O TWO (IRE) (36) P-21306 D 8 11-5

Br B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Supreme Dreamer (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Stephen O’Flynn Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy Finished 5l behind Faivoir when sixth of 24 at 80-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month. It would be dangerous to write him off Official BHA Rating 143

4 SOARING GLORY (IRE) (112) 1435-P5 D 8 11-5

Br B g Fame And Glory - Hapeney (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J

O Mr P. Hickey Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B A. V. Bloodstock Wasdell Group S

Has won three hurdle races and two NH flat races at 2m on varying ground. Finished 16l behind Blenkinsop when fifth of 10 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m 4f (soft) in December last year. Could give a good account of himself. Official BHA Rating 143

5 ANNA BUNINA (FR) (36) 060420 CD

7 11-4

Br B m Poet’s Voice - Russian Society Ben Harvey (5) J

O Ms Caroline Ahearn John McConnell, Ireland T

B Dermot Cantillon

Has won five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 2f on varying ground. Beaten 7l behind Faivoir at 28-1 when 9th of 24 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month. Higher in the ratings than last year’s triumph, though she can’t be ruled out. Official BHA Rating 142

6 MILKWOOD (IRE) (36) 5-F244P CD

9 11-0

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Tropical Lake (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Ms Jo Bridel Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B John Boden and Willie Kane

Has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 6f to 2m on varying ground. Pulled up at the last at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Faivoir last month on his latest outing. Beat Anna Bunina in the 2021 renewal from 4lb higher He’s a key player Official BHA Rating 138

7 NEMEAN LION (GER) (49) 1231 D

Br B g Golden Horn - Ninfea (GER)

6 10-11

J

O Mr Will Roseff Kerry Lee, Presteigne T

B Dr Chr Berglar Fitzdares Limited S

NON-RUNNER

8 RUBAUD (FR) (56) 0-11201 D

5 10-11

Br B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Fulgence (FR) Harry Cobden J

O Chris Giles & Brendan McManus

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B B. Decouz & S.C.E.A. Du Bas Bugey Morson Group S

He has won three hurdle races at 2m on good ground. A winner at 11-4 in a Grade 2 hurdle race at Kempton over 2m (good) last time out, beating Mullenbeg by 1 1/4l. Well held from 5lb lower in the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury two starts ago. He’ll need to pull out more. Official BHA Rating 135

9 L’EAU DU SUD (FR) (49) 121-433

5 10-7

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Eaux Fortes (FR) Bridget Andrews J

O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B E.A.R.L. Du Moulin Morson Group S

Has won two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 2f on heavy ground. Third of 16 behind Benson beaten 6l at 9-1 last time out in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m last month. Held by Colonel Mustard on that form and a 3lb swing in the weights might not be enough to see it reversed. Official BHA Rating 131

10 SALSADA (IRE) (84) 122-2

6 10-6

Br Ch m Mukhadram - Mokaraba Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Geoff & Sandra Turnbull & Partner Brian Ellison, Malton T

B Tinnakill Bloodstock Elwick Stud S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Beaten 7l by Epatante when second of 6 at 28-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 1f (good) in January. Twice beaten at short prices in four starts over timber She will need more here. Official BHA Rating 127

11 ROYAL MOGUL (IRE) (65) 23-2121

7 10-6

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Tearaway Queen (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Craig & Laura Buckingham Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Sean Naughton Manor Farm Bloodstock S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 3f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 6-5 in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good) on his latest outing in February, beating Chase A Fortune by 4 1/2l. He faces a stiff assignment from 4lb out of the handicap. Official BHA Rating 126

12

PARISENCORE (FR) (77) 11-2152 D

7 10-6

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Folk Dancing (FR) Danny McMenamin J

O Mrs I.C Sellars & Major Philip Arkwright Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B S.C.E.A Haras de Peyre Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

He has won three hurdle races at 2m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Collingham when second of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m (good to soft) in February. Has been running well this season, but he’s in deep here. Official BHA Rating 126

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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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FUTURE CHAMPION NOVICES’ CHASE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

The next race is our second Grade 2 contest of the afternoon. Initially, each runner in this two miles, four and a half furlongs steeple chase for novice five-year-olds and upwards is allocated 11st (mares 10st 7lb). Penalties are then awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here. These range from 3lb for winners of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap chase to 5lb for success in a Class 1 weight-for-age contest.

2022 WINNER

DO YOUR JOB (IRE)

SP: 11/8 F

Age/Weight: 8-11-0

Runners: 5

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Trainer: Michael Scudamore

Summary: Sent off the 11-8 favourite Do Your Job was held up behind the leaders and moved upsides the leader five from home before taking the lead four out and going clear at the second last to win convincingly by five lengths.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): O Murphy (12 wins from 61 runners, 20%) runs THUNDER ROCK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs UNEXPECTED PARTY LONGEST TRAVELLER: TELMESOMETHINGGIRL trained by H De Bromhead, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS BALCO COASTAL can be forgiven his disappointing effort when failing to beat a rival home in the Turners Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham last month as the ground had turned against him. However, a reproduction of his penultimate start when chasing home the likeable Gerri Colombe at Sandown gives him strong claims. Thunder Rock didn’t appear to stay when sixth behind The Real Whacker in the Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase and should find this more to his liking. Hang In There will appreciate underfoot conditions and is also noted.

WIN: BALCO COASTAL EACHWAY: THUNDER ROCK

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: DO YOUR JOB (IRE) 8 11 0 Richard Patrick 11-8 (Michael Scudamore) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

DATSALRIGHTGINO: Following its run on 16/3/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

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FUTURE CHAMPION NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £45000 Prize Money.£25978 to the winning horse The second to receive £9751, the third £4882, the fourth £2434 and the fifth £1219 colours no horse age st-lb

1 HANG IN THERE (IRE) (168) 1111P1 D

9 11-7

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) Tom Bellamy J

O Tim Syder & Andrew Gemmell Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T B Mr Daniel Furini Hatherden Horse Transport S

Has won four hurdle races and five chases. A winner in the Grade 2 Boodles ‘Rising Stars’ Novices’ Chase at Wincanton over 2m 4f on his latest outing in November last year, beating Mortlach by 3 1/2l. Underfoot conditions are sure to suit. One to take seriously Official BHA Rating 142

2 BALCO COASTAL (FR) (37) P3-5120 D

7 11-2

Br B g Coastal Path - Fliugika (FR) Nico de Boinville J

O Mr Mark Blandford Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Thierry Mangote Unibet S

He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase. Beaten 18l behind Stage Star at 16-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Turners Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (soft) last month. A repeat of his penultimate effort puts him bang in the mix. Official BHA Rating 150

3 DATSALRIGHTGINO (GER) (37) 13422P BF 7 11-2

Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Delightful Sofie (GER) Gavin Sheehan J

O The GD Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Stall 5-Stars Betvictor S

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 2f Pulled up 3 out when 5-1fav at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (soft) in a chase won by Seddon last month on his latest outing. Disappointed at the festival but this better ground should see an improved performance. Official BHA Rating 144

4 RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) (31) F0-6121 D

7 11-2

Br B g Westerner - Chic Milan (IRE) Brian Hughes J

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

B J.R. Weston Trust Inns Limited S

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 4f. A winner at 5-2 in a chase at Haydock over 2m 4f on his latest outing last month, beating Ned Tanner by 4l. Has also won at Wetherby this season but was engaged to run at this track on Friday. Official BHA Rating 140

5 THUNDER ROCK (IRE) (38) 1-11336 CD 7 11-2

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage A. P. Heskin J

O McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale Olly Murphy Wilmcote

B Mrs O. Hegarty Ultima Business Solutions S

Winner of four hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f Well beaten behind The Real Whacker when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham over 3m (soft) last month. Big player dropping in class. Official BHA Rating 147

6 UNEXPECTED PARTY (FR) (37) P-23235

8 11-2

Br Gr g Martaline - Reform Act (USA) Bridget Andrews J

O O’Reilly MacLennan Tynan Carthy Shanahan Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr & Mrs Gilles Forien Ashford Stud, Ashford Stud S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 5f Finished 9l behind Stage Star when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f last month. Respectable effort last time and should give another good account of himself Official BHA Rating 142

7

TELMESOMETHINGGIRL (IRE) (58) 3B-F212 D BF 8 10-9

Br B m Stowaway - Wahiba Hall (IRE) Rachael Blackmore J

O Mr K. Alexander Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B John Gallagher

Winner of four hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 4f Beaten 4l by Brides Hill when second of 5 at 6-5fav on her latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m 6f (good) in February. Jumped better when last seen and isn’t dismissed lightly Official BHA Rating 140

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RACE RESULT DISTANCES

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FIRST RUN

The Scottish Grand National was first run as the West of Scotland Grand National at a course near Houston, Renfrewshire from 1858 until 1866.

BOGSIDE

The race moved to Bogside Racecourse in Irvine, approximately 10 miles from Ayr, in 1867. In 1966 the first running of the race at Ayr took place with African Patrol ridden by John Leech winning.

COULD IT BE A DREAM DOUBLE?

Lucinda Russell celebrated her second Grand National win with Corach Rambler’s success at Aintree last Saturday. She trained Mighty Thunder to win the 2021 Coral Scottish Grand National and she goes for a second success in the race today. Lucinda also runs Your Own Story. Can she make it a dream Aintree-Ayr double?

TREBLE UP?

Since the race moved to Ayr in 1966 only one jockey has won the race three times – Mark Dwyer on Androma in 1984 and 1985 and Moorcroft Boy 1995 Of today’s riders, Sam Twiston-Davies has won the race twice on Vicente in 2016 and 2017. Can he make it three today on Undersupervision.

SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL FACTS

MOST RIDES

Recently retired Richard Johnson rode in this race 19 times which is more than any other jockey. His sole success came in 2011 on board Beshabar for trainer Tin Vaughan.

LIMITED LUCK OF THE IRISH

Only one Irish trained horse has won the race – Huntsman in 1869, trained and ridden by Larry Hyland.

WINNING DISTANCE

2018’s winning distance of a nose when Joe Farrell beat Ballyoptic into second place was the shortest ever winning distance in the race.

WINNING TRAINERS

Paul Nicholls (Belmont King 1997, Vicente (2016 and 2017)) and Nigel Twiston-Davies (Captain Dibble (1992) , Earth Summit (1994) and Hello Bud (2009)) have both trained three winners of the Scottish Grand National. Paul runs Threeunderthrufive and Flash Collonges while Nigel is represented by Undersupervision.

CORAL SPONSORSHIP

Coral took over sponsorship of the race in 2007, the year Hot Weld, trained by Ferdy Murphy and ridden by PJ McDonald won the race. Their commitment to the race has seen it grow to become the fourth biggest race in terms of betting turnover in Britain.

We take a look back at the last five Winners of The Coral Scottish Grand National

2022

MIGHTY THUNDER

OWNER: ALLSON SPARKLE LTD

TRAINER: LUCINDA RUSSELL

JOCKEY: TOM SCUDAMORE

Patience was the name of the game for jockey Tom Scudamore as he settled Mighty Thunder put the back and only caught the eye turning into the home straight. He was second crossing the last but got up in the last 100 yards to deny Dingo Dollar.

TAKINGRISKS

OWNER: FRANK BIRD

TRAINER: NICKY RICHARDS

JOCKEY: SEAN QUINLAN

Since landing this contest in 2019, Takingrisks has been a real force over the longer trips and now has an official rating of 150. Being sent off at 16/1 in the Grand National, unfortunately, he was pulled up and will not be seen at Ayr today.

In 2019,Takingrisks blundered at the very first fence but Sean Quinlan managed to keep the partnership intact and gradually worked his way through the field, hitting the front four out and despite not jumping the last all that well, he had plenty in hand to win by four lengths from Crosspark.

WIN MY WINGS

OWNER: SUE HOWELL

TRAINER: MR ROB JAMES

JOCKEY: CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS

This was a class performance from the co-favourite of Scotland’s richest jumps race who travelled well throughout the four mile marathon, making steady headway from the 16th before taking the lead four from home. She went clear after the third last, putting seven lengths between herself and stablemate Kitty’s Light.

JOE FARRELL

OWNER: M SHERWOOD, N MORRIS, R CURTIS

TRAINER: REBECCA CURTIS

JOCKEY: ADAM WEDGE

Joe Farrell is a horse whose racing career has been hampered by injury but he turned up in top condition last year to spring a 33-1 surprise for trainer Rebecca Curtis and jockey Adam Wedge.

It was an enthralling race and at one point it looked as if Vicente was going to create history by becoming the first horse in more than 100 years to win three consecutive Scottish Grand Nationals.

But it was not to be and when Joe Farrell went clear three out, it looked to be just a matter of how far, but the Nigel Twiston-Davies trained Ballyoptic and jockey Tom Bellamy had other ideas and they battled all the way to the line with Adam Wedge’s mount holding on by just a nose.

VICENTE

OWNER: MR TREVOR HEMMINGS

TRAINER: PAUL NICHOLLS

JOCKEY: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

Vicente, winner of the Coral Scottish Grand National in 2016, was bought by Trevor Hemmings to run in the Grand National at Aintree which was run just two weeks before its Scottish equivalent in 2017 but fell at the first and was rerouted to Ayr.

Sent off 9/1 joint favourite, he travelled well through the race under a patient Sam TwistonDavies ride and stayed on well all the way up the run-in to touch off Cogry, trained by Sam’s father Nigel, by a neck.

He become the first horse since Androma in 1984 and 1985 to win the race back to back

THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

Our feature race of the day is the Coral Scottish Grand National, a handicap steeple chase to be run over a distance of four miles. This Premier Handicap has had its fair share of famous winners over the years including the likes of Red Rum and Earth Summit. The weights are allocated according to the official BHA rating of each horse with steeple chase winners after April 9th receiving a 5lb penalty

2022 WINNER WIN MY WINGS (IRE)

SP: 13/2 CF

Age/Weight: 9-10-12

Runners: 23

Jockey: Mr Rob James

Trainer: Christian Williams

Summary: This was a class performance from the co-favourite of Scotland’s richest jumps race who travelled well throughout the four mile marathon, making steady headway from the 16th before taking the lead four from home. She went clear after the third last, putting seven lengths between herself and stablemate Kitty’s Light.

RACE

STATISTICS

YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Alexander (38 wins from 234 runners, 16%) runs ELVIS MAIL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (8 wins from 37 runners, 22%) runs DUSART

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FLASH DE TOUZAINE trained by Miss LDoyle, WAITNSEE trained by J P Ryan, MALINA GIRL trained by G Cromwell, all Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS Fresh from landing Aintree’s big prize with Corach Rambler last Saturday, Lucinda Russell has an excellent chance of winning this contest for the second time with YOUR OWN STORY The seven-year-old has always promised to benefit from an extreme test of stamina, as shown when scoring over 3m7f at Wetherby on his penultimate start, and makes plenty of appeal following his subsequent second at Haydock. Monbeg Genius was third in the Ultima at Cheltenham to Corach Rambler and has to enter calculations, along with 2022 runner-up Kitty’s Light

WIN: YOUR OWN STORY

EACHWAY: MONBEG GENIUS

ROLL OF HONOUR

THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £200000

Prize Money.£112540 to the winning horse The second to receive £42400, the third £21220, the fourth £10600, the fifth £5320, the sixth £2660, the seventh £1320 and the eighth £680 colours no horse age st-lb

1 DUSART (IRE) (84) 1151-6P C

8 12-0

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dusty Too Nico de Boinville J

O Mr R. A. Bartlett Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mrs Virginia McGrath Albert Bartlett S

He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Pulled up 5 out when 12-1 in the Cotswold Chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) won by Ahoy Senor in January on his latest outing. A winner here 12 months ago and bids to bounce back. Official BHA Rating 154

2 THREEUNDERTHRUFIVE (IRE) (39) 16-3U60

8 11-7

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Didinas (FR) A. P. Heskin J

O McNeill Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B James Dunne Ultima Business Solutions S

Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race and four chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Corach Rambler when eighth of 23 in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Smaller fields tend to suit him best. Official BHA Rating 147

3 MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) (39) 1-41113 BF 7 11-5

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Ella Watson (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Barrowman Racing Limited Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Michael Tobin Knox Group S

Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 23 behind Corach Rambler beaten 2 1/4l at 6-1jt-fav in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Improving type who is very much one for the shortlist. Official BHA Rating 145

4 EMPIRE STEEL (IRE) (49) P12-001 C

9 11-5

Br Gr g Aizavoski (IRE) - Talk of Rain (FR) Ryan Mania J

O Alan Wight Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Mr Nick Blanchfield Sandy Thomson Racing S

Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy.

A winner at 4-1 in a chase at Kelso over 2m 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Le Milos by 3/4l. The step up to 4m may bring out more from him. Official BHA Rating 145

5 ELVIS MAIL (FR) (28) 1633U1 C

9 11-3

Br Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O The Ladies Who N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Winner of four hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy

A winner at 7-1 in a chase at Kelso over 3m 2f on his latest outing last month, beating Half Shot by 8l. Has also won here this season. Not without a chance if staying. Official BHA Rating 143

6 KITTY’S LIGHT (GB) (56) 660031

7 11-0

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Daraiyna (FR) Jack Tudor J

O R J Bedford & All Stars Sports Racing Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B The Daraiyna Syndicate NAF S

Winner of five chases from 2m 4f to 4m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 7-4fav at Newcastle over 4m 1f in February, beating The Galloping Bear by 2 1/2l. Bids to go one better than last year Respected. Official BHA Rating 140

7 MALINA GIRL (IRE) (20) 3123P1

6 10-11

Br Br m Malinas (GER) - Western Cowgirl (IRE) Sean Flanagan J

O Mrs J. M. Russell Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B William Kelly

Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 3m 4f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. A winner at 13-2 in a chase at Downpatrick over 3m 4f earlier this month, beating My Design by 4l. Unexposed over staying trips, with more to come. Official BHA Rating 137

8

UNDERSUPERVISION (IRE) (49) 1P-3PU2

7 10-10

Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Dances With Waves (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Gregory Rossiter Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten a neck by Moroder when second of 7 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 3m 2f (good) last month. A strong stayer who isn’t one to discount. Official BHA Rating 136

9

RUTHLESS ARTICLE (IRE) (20) P6-U215

10 10-9

Br B g Definite Article - Lady Kamando Tom Bellamy J

O J Rymer R Farnham C Rymer J Farnham

Rebecca Curtis, Newport T

B Walter Crean William Hill S

Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m 1f to 3m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Two For Gold when fifth of 6 in a chase at Ascot over 3m earlier this month. Capable if returning to the form of his Uttoxeter win last July Official BHA Rating 135

10 LORD ACCORD (IRE) (37) 31206P

8 10-9

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Cush Jewel (IRE) Richie McLernon J

O Lynne & Angus Maclennan Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Olive Troy

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m 2f to 3m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Pulled up at the 11th when 33-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (soft) in a chase won by Angels Dawn last month. A sounder surface will benefit him massively Official BHA Rating 135

11 FLASH COLLONGES (FR) (49) P2-2231

8 10-8

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Prouesse Collonges (FR) Harry Cobden J

O The Gi Gi Syndicate Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B G.A.E.C. Delorme Freres Morson Group S

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m 5f to 2m 7f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 4-1 in a chase at Newbury over 2m 7f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Sam Barton by 3l. Likely to stay well and could surprise a few Official BHA Rating 134

12

COOPER’S CROSS (IRE) (8) 13216F

8 10-7

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Rocella (GER) Sam Coltherd J

O J Fyffe & S Townshend Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B Alan O’Brien JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

He has won three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to good - yielding. Fell 4 out when 25-1 at Aintree over 2m 5f in a chase won by Bill Baxter earlier this month. He was unlucky when hampered on that occasion, but stamina is a worry. Official BHA Rating 133

13 CAP DU NORD (FR) (56) 350210 BF

10 10-6

Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Qualite Controlee (FR) Nick Scholfield J

O The Can’t Say No Partnership Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B S.C.E.A Raymond Jean-Christian NAF S

Has won a hurdle race and seven chases from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 7-2fav behind Our Power when 9th of 13 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 3m (good) in February. An admirable sort who may find this distance stretching him. Official BHA Rating 132

14 FLASH DE TOUZAINE (FR) (33) 4-10F05

8 10-4

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Narcisse de Touzaine (FR) Richard Deegan (3) J

O J Carthy/E Nolan/K. P. Ryan/Mrs A Doyle Miss Liz Doyle, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A Jandard

Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 6f and 2m 7f on yielding - soft and soft - heavy ground.

Finished 11l behind Better Times Ahead when fifth of 12 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 2m 7f (heavy) last month. Others make more appeal. Official BHA Rating 130

15 MANOTHEPEOPLE (IRE) (29) 311-112 BF

8 10-4

Br B g Mahler - Midnight Insanity (IRE) Paddy Brennan J

O The FOB Racing Partnership 2 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Thomas Norris Bresbet S

Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 6l by Bridge North when second of 3 at 5-6fav in a chase at Newbury over 2m 7f last month. A progressive chaser who is versatile regarding conditions. Official BHA Rating 130

16 FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) (32) 1P-3411 C

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

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

7 10-2

Brian Hughes J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B John Gallagher Trust Inns Limited S

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Won in a chase when 6-5fav at Wetherby over 3m (soft) last month, beating Lord Of Kerak by 1 1/2l. Going the right way over fences, but this is a much stiffer task. Official BHA Rating 128

17 YOUR OWN STORY (IRE) (31) 423212 BF

Br B g Shantaram - Forest Heiress (IRE)

O Mrs J Kehoe, Wymer & Russell

B John O’Callaghan

7 10-2

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race, a chase and two point-to-points from 3m to 3m 7f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1/2l by Equus Dreamer when second of 8 at 13-8fav in a chase at Haydock over 3m 4f last month. Unexposed over marathon distances. Big player Official BHA Rating 127

18

WAITNSEE (IRE) (41) 0005P0

Br B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Madame Stella (FR)

9 10-2

Daniel Mullins J

O Mark R D Fleming/ Geoff Bruce John Patrick Ryan, Ireland T

B Michael G. Daly

She has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Espanito Bello when eighth of 13 on her latest outing in a chase at Naas over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Hard to recommend based on recent evidence. Official BHA Rating 126

19

MAGNA SAM (GB) (77) 5113-P1

9 10-2

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Angie Marinie Alex Edwards J

O Mr S. Price Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Shade Oak Stud Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

Won four chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m 7f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 22-1 in a chase at Musselburgh over 3m 7f (good to soft) on his latest start in February, beating Captain Cattistock by 4 1/2l. Has an 8lb higher mark to contend with. Official BHA Rating 125

20 MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (28) 0PF065 CD 10 10-2

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE) Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Thunder Holdings Ltd Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B C. and Mrs Wilson Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale S

Has won three hurdle races, a NH flat race and four chases from 2m to 4m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 18l behind Elvis Mail when fifth of 10 at 17-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 3m 2f last month. 2021 hero who is yet to win since. Official BHA Rating 125

21 FLOWER OF SCOTLAND (FR) (28) 44-3133 D 8 10-2

Br Gr m Lord du Sud (FR) - Theme Song (FR) Danny McMenamin J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Olivier Rambert & Antoine Gronfier N. S. P. C. C. S

She has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 5f to 4m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 7 behind Jet Legs beaten 2 3/4l at 5-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 3m 2f (soft) last month. Has to be considered with stamina definitely assured. Official BHA Rating 122

22 HALF SHOT (IRE) (28) 113222 BF

9 10-2

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O The Farming Army Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Robert B. Hodgins Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

Won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 8l by Elvis Mail when second of 10 at 3-1fav in a chase at Kelso over 3m 2f last month. Recent form gives him an each-way squeak, despite question marks about 4m. Official BHA Rating 121

23 SMALL PRESENT (IRE) (14) 453660

8 10-2

Br B g Presenting - Serpentaria Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs Aafke Clarke Sue Smith, Bingley T

B Mr Maurice Garde Tuffa Footwear Ltd S

Won four hurdle races from 3m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 11-1 behind Jeffery’s Cross when 9th of 14 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock (good to soft) over 3m 2f earlier this month. Difficult to fancy based on recent performances. Official BHA Rating 120 2ND 3RD 4TH TIME

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THE TENNENT’S HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

2022 WINNER

BASS ROCK (FR)

SP: 11/10

Age/Weight: 6-11-0

Runners: 4

Jockey: Ryan Mania

Trainer: Sandy Thomson

Summary: Bass Rock repeated his win in this race of 12 months earlier leading from the off until being head before two out before regaining the advantage inside the final half furlong to cross the line a length and a half in front of Enemy Coast Ahead.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): L Russell (31 wins from 248 runners, 12%) runs SERIOUS OPERATOR

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs UHTRED

FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2015 and 2016 The stable runs UHTRED today

LONGEST TRAVELLER: CURIOUS TIMES trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS If lining up (declared to run at Ayr on Friday), this may prove easy work for HUGOS NEW HORSE who rattled off four wins in a row before a fine third in Grade 3 company at Sandown. The second, fifth and eighth from that contest have all won since and he could prove a class apart in this company Serious Operator drops in both grade and trip on his handicap debut and could ask most questions, while Kihavah and Glinger Flame also have place credentials.

WIN: HUGOS NEW HORSE

EACHWAY: SERIOUS OPERATOR

2022: BASS ROCK (FR) 6 11 0 Ryan Mania 11-10 (Sandy Thomson) 4 ran Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 8.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Hugos New Horse (FR), 11-2

ROLL OF HONOUR

THE TENNENT’S HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000

Prize Money.£10892 to the winning horse The second to receive £5018, the third £2508 and the fourth £1256 colours no horse age st-lb

1 J’AI FROID (IRE) (20) 2/3540-0 C

10 12-0

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Park Wave (IRE) Lewis Dobb (7) J

O Mrs K. Bromley L J Morgan Waltham On The Wolds T

B Patricia and Marie Keating

Won five hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Ivaldi when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Won sole visit here, but best watched based on return effort. Official BHA Rating 134

2 HUNTERS CALL (IRE) (49) 53-2356

13 11-10

Br B g Medaaly - Accordiontogelica (IRE) Lewis Stones (5) J

O Holloway,Clarke,Black Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Michael Ward Manor Farm Fruits S

Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on varying ground. Finished 18l behind Sweet Will when sixth of 7 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 3m (good) last month. Creeping down the ratings, but others make more appeal. Official BHA Rating 130

3 HUGOS NEW HORSE (FR) (42) 211113 D

6 11-10

Br B g Coastal Path - Pour Le Meilleur (FR) Harry Cobden J

O The Stewart Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr Dominique Guyon Morson Group S

Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on varying ground. Third of 16 behind Crambo beaten 9l at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sandown over 2m 4f last month. The one to beat if lining up (declared to run here on Friday). Official BHA Rating 130

4 GLINGER FLAME (IRE) (568) 0/453S2- C

11 11-5

Br Gr g Daylami (IRE) - Titian Flame (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Mr James Westoll Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Carmel & John Fogarty Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Winner of four hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on varying ground. Beaten a neck by Bavington Bob when second of 6 at 5-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Hexham over 2m 4f (good) in October ‘21. The absence is an obvious concern, but hard to dismiss. Official BHA Rating 125

5 KIHAVAH (GB) (59) 05-2FP3

6 11-2

Br Ch g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Roheryn (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O JAB Adrian Keatley Malton T

B The Roheryn Partnership

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Collingham beaten 3 1/2l at 11-2 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m (good to soft) in February. Respected off the same mark today, but not certain to stay Official BHA Rating 122

6 UHTRED (IRE) (22) 330P06

Br B g Fame And Glory - Ingred Hans (IRE)

O Craig & Laura Buckingham

8 10-13

Bridget Andrews J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B J. Mangan Manor Farm Bloodstock S

Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races and a chase from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to good to soft. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Albert’s Back when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m (soft) last month. Hard to fancy Official BHA Rating 119

7 SERIOUS OPERATOR (IRE) (63) 6-11516 D 6 10-13

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Idrather Not Say (IRE) Patrick Wadge (5) J

O The Operators

B Daniel O’Mahony

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Won two hurdle races and two point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m on varying ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Makin’yourmindup when sixth of 12 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle at Haydock over 3m in February. A player dropped in class for his handicap debut. Official BHA Rating 119

8 CURIOUS TIMES (IRE) (54) 1003F0

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Aunt Rosalie (IRE)

O Mrs Pat Sloan

B Michael Fitzgerald

10 10-8

Daniel Mullins J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Coral Blue when 13th of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February. This is tougher so he seemingly has it all to do. Official BHA Rating 114 2ND 3RD

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SEVENTH RACE 4.45

THEMACKLINMOTORSTOYOTACOMINGTOAYR ‘HANDS&HEELS’HANDICAPHURDLE(CLASS4)

(CONDITIONALJOCKEYS’ANDAMATEURRIDERS’RACE) (RACINGEXCELLENCESERIESFINALE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This two miles, four and a half furlongs handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-yearolds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 120 In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.

2022 WINNER

GETAREASON (IRE)

SP: 9/2

Age/Weight: 9-11-4

Runners: 10

Jockey: Peter Coleman

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies

Summary: The nine-year-old Getareason was given a fine waiting ride by Peter Coleman who produced his mount to lead approaching the last and despite edging left towards the finish, had too much in hand and won by a length from Could Be Trouble.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): L Russell (31 wins from 248 runners, 12%) runs CASTLETOWN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs RESTANDBETHANKFUL WEIGHTWATCHER: VOIX DU REVE won off a handicap mark of 132, his rating is now down 12lb to 120 LONGEST TRAVELLER: GUERNESEY trained by J Tizzard, Sherborne, 380 miles.

TODAY’S TIPS Better Getalong was third in this race 12 months ago off the same mark but he isn’t getting any younger nor is the consistent Castletown In contrast, Leading Force is just starting out really, and enters the handicap ranks on the back of four consecutive seconds. EUCHAN FALLS supplemented a Musselburgh win when following up over this C&D, and lost little in defeat when fourth in a Kelso class 2 last time. Mike Smith’s six-year-old might be the one to beat under his light weight.

WIN: EUCHAN FALLS

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

(IRE) 9 11

EACHWAY: LEADING FORCE

3-1

Force (IRE), 5-1

ROLL OF

(FR), 13-2

(FR), 8-1 Voix du Reve (FR), 10-1

THE MACKLIN MOTORS TOYOTA COMING TO AYR ‘HANDS & HEELS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ AND AMATEUR RIDERS’ RACE)

(Racing Excellence Series Finale)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Prize Money.£5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303 colours no horse age st-lb

1 VOIX DU REVE (FR) (35) 240F36 D

11 12-0

Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Pommbelle (FR) Dylan Johnston J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B D. Lommele, G. Wagner & S.C.E.A. Lommele North Sea Logistics, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S Won five hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Stainsby Girl when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 1f last month. His best days are behind him. Official BHA Rating 120

2 BETTER GETALONG (IRE) (31) 133-245 C 12 11-11

Br B g Gold Well - Arequipa (IRE) Conor Rabbitt J

O Tarzan Bloodstock & King For A Day Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Ann & Eileen Cahalan Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Winner of three hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 19l behind Alnadam when fifth of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 2m 3f (soft) last month. Can step forward from that. Official BHA Rating 117

3 GUERNESEY (FR) (23) U40362 7 11-9

Br Gr g Martaline - Myrtille Jersey (FR) Ned Fox J

O Mr Terry Warner Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Ecurie Carrie Jean-Michel et al Coral Racing Limited S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 2f and 2m 3f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 20l by Iberio when second of 4 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Taunton over 3m (heavy) last month. The handicapper continues to loosen his grip. Official BHA Rating 115

4 RESTANDBETHANKFUL (GB) (52) 2324P3

7 11-5

Br Br g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest Miss Leah Cooper (5) J

O Mike Severs , T&P Weight & Partner Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Clarendon Farm Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 4 behind Cartonne beaten 8l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Could be revitalised back over timber. Official BHA Rating 111

5 LEADING FORCE (IRE) (23) 252222 BF

6 11-4

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Good Looking Woman (IRE) William Maggs (3) J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Oliver Loughlin North Sea Logistics S

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten a short head by Hot As Pepper when second of 10 at 6-4fav on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Hexham over 2m 4f (heavy) last month. Keeps hitting the crossbar and his turn will surely come sooner rather than later Official BHA Rating 110

6 NO REMATCH (IRE) (16) 4-615P3 BF

Br B g Westerner - Loadsofability (IRE)

9 10-13

Miss Imogen Mathias (3) J

O Catch Twenty Two Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T

B Mrs Claire Doyle

Won two hurdle races and a chase from 1m 7f to 3m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 6 behind First Class Return beaten 36l at 15-8fav on his latest outing in a selling hurdle at Wetherby over 2m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Best watched on his stable debut. Official BHA Rating 105

7 CASTLETOWN (FR) (168) 323322 CD

11 10-4

Br Gr g Poliglote - Message Personnel (FR) Patrick Wadge J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr Raymond Anderson Green N. S. P. C. C., Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on good and soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Brayhill when second of 5 at 85-40 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 7f (good to soft) in November last year So consistent in 2022 and merits respect. Official BHA Rating 96

8 EUCHAN FALLS (IRE) (28) 026114 CD 6 10-2

Br Ch g Poet’s Voice - Miss Anneliese (IRE) Lewis Dobb J

O Blue Circle Racing R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B W. M. Johnstone Dalcon Civil Engineering Ltd S

Won two hurdle races at 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Finished 7l behind Les’s Legacy when fourth of 12 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Failed in the hat-trick bid but he still has scope for improvement. Official BHA Rating 94

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THE GOLF INN PRESTWICK

OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 3) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four, five and six and will be run over two miles.

2022 WINNER AUTUMN RETURN (IRE)

SP: 11/4 F

Age/Weight: 5-10-9

Runners: 8

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Trainer: Ruth Jefferson

Summary: This contest has produced some excellent winners over the years and the 2022 renewal turned into a real battle all the way to the line with Autumn Return prevailing by a head from Magic Wave

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Richards (30 wins from 171 runners, 18%) runs LUCKIE SEVEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Elliott (10 wins from 93 runners, 11%) runs CATO CAPONE LONGEST TRAVELLERS: CHAMPAGNE ADMIRAL trained by P A Fahy, CATO CAPONE trained by G Elliott, WHOSMYDADDY trained by J Mcconnell, GIACOSA & FOURTOWNS trained by S R B Crawford, RECODED trained by L Fowler, BUMBLE BEE BET trained by C Byrnes, all Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS Luckie Seven confirmed the promise of his debut second at Doncaster by going one better at the same venue, although this race can throw up a smart winner and he must concede weight to some interesting rivals. Impatient couldn’t justify favouritism at Newcastle, but there was nothing wrong with his effort to fill the runner-up berth. Slugger and Giacosa took minor honours here but even though he lacks their experience under Rules, WHOSMYDADDY created a good impression when scoring between the flags and he is preferred.

WIN: WHOSMYDADDY

EACHWAY: IMPATIENT

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: AUTUMN RETURN (IRE) 5 10 9 Brian Hughes 11-4 (Ruth Jefferson) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 8.

Stewards Note:

IMPATIENT: Following its run on 8/12/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Luckie Seven (IRE), 13-2 Impatient (FR), 8-1 Whosmydaddy (IRE), 9-1 River Ayr (IRE), 10-1 Bumble Bee Bet (IRE), 11-1 Giacosa (IRE), Slugger (GB), 18-1 Champagne Admiral (IRE), Recoded (IRE), 25-1 Mac’s Legacy (IRE), 40-1 Fourtowns (IRE), 50-1 Bay West (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR

THE GOLF INN PRESTWICK

OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 3) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 Prize Money.£5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628 colours no horse age st-lb

1 CATO CAPONE (IRE) (114) 2-10 5 11-7

Br Gr g Notnowcato - Cap The Rose (IRE) J

O McNeill Family & Stone Family Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Knockhouse Stud Ltd Ultima Business Solutions S

NON-RUNNER

2 LUCKIE SEVEN (IRE) (36) 21 5 11-7

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Uimhir A Seacht (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Mrs I.C Sellars & Major Philip Arkwright Nicky Richards, Greystoke

B Michael Long Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

A winner at 4-1 in a maiden NH flat race at Doncaster over 2m 1f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Crystal Mer by 2l for his first victory from two starts. Heading in the right direction and a must for any shortlist. Official BHA Rating -

3 BUMBLE BEE BET (IRE) (-)

5 11-3

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Verona’s Sister (IRE) P. Byrnes (5) J

O Byrnes Bloodstock Ltd Charles Byrnes, Ireland T

B Fergus Cumiskey

Dam unraced. He is related to some useful sorts and is worth a check in the market on this racecourse debut.

Official BHA Rating -

4 CHAMPAGNE ADMIRAL (IRE) (42) F40

Br B g Mount Nelson - Megan’s Bay

5 11-3

M. J. M. O’Sullivan (3) J

O Clipper Logistics Group Ltd P. A. Fahy, Ireland T

B Patrick Brady

Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Tullyhill when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Gowran Park over 2m 2f (heavy) last month. Improvement required to trouble the judge in this contest. Official BHA Rating -

5 GIACOSA (IRE) (54) 3

5 11-3

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Ma Pretention (FR) Brian Hughes J

O Benjamin Halsall

B Michael & Leonard Cave

S. R. B. Crawford Northern Ireland T

Dam won over hurdles at 2m 2f. Third of 9 behind Esprit Du Potier beaten 7l at 4-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good to soft) in February. Entitled to improve for that opening bid and he’s not discounted. Official BHA Rating -

6 IMPATIENT (FR) (135) 2 BF

5 11-3

Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Vista Palma (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Mr R. A. Bartlett Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B S.C.E.A Haras Du Hoguenet

Albert Bartlett S

Half-brother to Juste Milieu, won in a chase at 2m 3f Beaten 1 3/4l by Boy De La Vis when second of 10 at 7-4fav on his racecourse debut at Newcastle over 2m (good to soft) in December. He holds place prospects with a similar performance. Official BHA Rating -

7 MAC’S LEGACY (IRE) (16) 4

6 11-3

Br B g Fame And Glory - Eurowinner (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O Claire Lockett & Rebecca Curtis Rebecca Curtis, Newport T

B Thomas Mulhern William Hill S

Full brother to Ballycairn, won in NH flat race at 2m 4f. Finished 16l behind The Doyen Chief when fourth of 9 at 12-1 on his racecourse debut at Hereford over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month. That form is shy of the leading protagonists. Official BHA Rating -

8 RECODED (IRE) (-)

Br B g Kodiac - Mrakeb (USA)

5 11-3

Kieren Buckley (3) J

O Mrs A. Frost Mrs Lorna Fowler, Ireland T

B Ladyswood Stud

Dam a lightly raced maiden. He is wearing a tongue-tie for his racecourse introduction. Has plenty of Flat speed in his pedigree and the market should reveal more. Official BHA Rating -

9 RIVER AYR (IRE) (42) 2

5 11-3

Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Sumability (IRE) Ryan Mania J

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

B Kenneth Parkhill

Half-brother to Encounter A Giant, won five times in point to point races at 3m and 3m 2f and in a chase at 3m 1f Beaten 1l by Coniston George when second of 5 at 9-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good) last month. Must improve to feature here. Official BHA Rating -

10 WHOSMYDADDY (IRE) (104) 1

5 11-3

Br B g Atlantic Waves (IRE) - Misty Native (IRE) Ben Harvey (5) J

O Mr J. Fyffe John McConnell, Ireland T

B Martin Cullinane JF Kegs (Scotland)Ltd S

Half-brother to The Distant Lady, won twice over hurdles at 3m and 3m 2f and in NH flat race at 2m. A winner in a point-to-point race at Alnwick over 3m last time in January, beating Feel The Breeze by 13l. Having his first run for a new stable today Warrants respect. Official BHA Rating -

11 BAY WEST (IRE) (56) F

4 10-9

Br B g Westerner - Enchanted Moment Sean Quinlan J

O Mr P. J. McBurney Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

B Conor Murphy

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Fell when 9-2fav at Farmacaffley over 2m in a point-to-point race won by Intense Approach in February. Faces a tall order starting off in a bumper as competitive as this one appears to be. Official BHA Rating -

12 FOURTOWNS (IRE) (35) 0

4 10-9

Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Blue Epona (IRE) Mr Steven Crawford J

O Steven Crawford

B Paul Giles

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Factual Fact when seventh of 11 on his racecourse debut at Thurles over 2m (soft) last month. Can only be watched having finished down the field on that occasion. Official BHA Rating -

13 SLUGGER (GB) (54) 42

4 10-9

Br B g Ocovango - Dolly Boru Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Fight club Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Paul S Davies Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Esprit Du Potier when second of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race over this course and distance (good to soft) in February. Will need to progress again to land this prize. Official BHA Rating -

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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

“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.

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

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MAY

Thursday 4 Afternoon Flat Spring Raceday

Monday 8 Afternoon Flat May Raceday

Tuesday 23 Evening Flat Spring Racenight

Wednesday 24 Afternoon Flat Tennent’s Raceday

JUNE

Monday 5 Afternoon Flat June Raceday

Tuesday 13 Evening Flat Western House Hotel Racenight

Saturday 24 Afternoon Flat Summer Raceday

JULY

Sunday 9 Afternoon Flat Family Raceday

Monday 10 Afternoon Flat Summer Sizzler Raceday

Monday 17 Afternoon Flat Glasgow Fair Family Raceday

Monday 24 Afternoon Flat July Raceday

Monday 31 Afternoon Flat July Finale Raceday

AUGUST

Monday 7 Afternoon Flat August Raceday

Saturday 12 Evening Flat Ladies Night

Thursday 17 Evening Flat Tennent’s Racenight

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 October Raceday

Thursday 12 Afternoon Flat Flat Finale Raceday

NOVEMBER

Saturday 4 Afternoon Jumps November Jumps Raceday

Wednesday 15 Afternoon Jumps November Finale Raceday

DECEMBER

Monday 4 Afternoon Jumps December Jumps Raceday

Monday 11 Afternoon Jumps Christmas Party Raceday

Stewards

Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)

John Wilson (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Lyndsay Allan, Robert McCarthy, Adrian Smith & Lauren Thomson

Starters

Stuart Turner

Jason Callaghan

Michael Reid

Judge

Di Clark

Clerk of the Scales

Karl Curran

Handicapper

Andrew Mealor

Veterinary Officer

Arthur Kidd

Duncan Macdonald

Veterinary Surgeons

John Morris, Will Marshall, John Marshall, David Sutton & Susan Donaldson

Medical Officers

Lindsay Donaldson, Anthony Hampstead, Mhairi Anne McCulloch & Pippa Hall

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Tracey Hamilton, James Bonar, Linda Porter, Rachel Kirtley, Michelle Maughan & Joe O’Gorman

Commentator

Alan Howes

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

Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Graeme Anderson

Mobile: 07768 651261

Twitter: @ClerkAyr

Raceday Safeguarding Officer

Mark Gajic

Mobile: 07789 981089

2 Whitletts Road, Ayr, KA8 0JE

Telephone: (01292) 264179

Fax: (01292) 610140.

Email: info@ayr-racecourse.co.uk

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.15 - THE SCOTTY BRAND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22780 to the winning horse The second to receive £8548, the third £4280, the fourth £2132, the fifth £1072 and the sixth £536 for five yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher or £30 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023 for each steeple chase won 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st. ALBERT BARTLETT has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A Perpetual Trophy will be presented to the winning owner to be held for one year only A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 1 at £30 and 12 at £150 - Closed April 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £17432; Second £7156; Third £3580; Fourth £1788; Fifth £896; Sixth £448 (Penalty Value £22780)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.50 - THE CPMS NOVICES’ CHAMPION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745 for novice five yrs old and upwards. £250 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher or £50 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 6lb. CPMS has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CPMS The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 19 entries, 3 at £50 and 16 at £250 - Closed April 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620. (Penalty Value £26015) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.25 - THE CORAL SCOTTISH CHAMPION HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £42712 to the winning horse The second to receive £16027 the third £8025 the fourth £3997, the fifth £2010 and the sixth £1005 for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £85 stake, Confirm by noon, April 17th and pay £250 Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight 10st 6lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after April 9th, 2023 for each hurdle race won 6lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 11st 12lb). Coral has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Coral. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday April 9th may be taken into account. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 45 entries, 26 at £85, 19 at £335 - Closed April 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £32685; Second £13418; Third £6713; Fourth £3353; Fifth £1680; Sixth £840 (Penalty Value £42712.50) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.00 - THE JORDAN ELECTRICS LTD FUTURE CHAMPION NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25978 to the winning horse The second to receive £9751, the third £4882, the fourth £2434 and the fifth £1219 for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 17th and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th.

Weights: 11st 2lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap steeple chase 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age steeple chase 5lb. JORDAN ELECTRICS LTD has generously sponsored this race and will present a perpetual trophy, to be retained by the Executive, and a memento to the winning owner They will also present a memento to the winning trainer and jockey A cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £225 - Closed April 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £19895; Second £8168; Third £4086; Fourth £2043; Fifth £1022. (Penalty Value £25978.50) A

SEE PAGE 39 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.35 - THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £112540 to the winning horse The second to receive £42400 the third £21220, the fourth £10600, the fifth £5320, the sixth £2660, the seventh £1320 and the eighth £680 for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £300 stake, Confirm by noon, April 17th and pay £700 Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 9th, 2023 a winner of a steeple chase 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st. CORAL has generously sponsored this race and will present the Scottish Grand National Challenge Trophy, to be retained by the executive, and a memento to the winning owner CORAL will also present a memento to the winning trainer and jockey They will also present a cash prize of £150 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CORAL. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 30 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R31 and R32. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk. The British Horseracing Authority will amend Rule (F)45 and Rule (F)92 in the event that raising of the weights at the 24 hour stage proves necessary Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for the Coral Scottish Grand National Handicap Steeple Chase. The penalty referred to in Rule (F)96 will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by the Reserve Deadline on the day before the race. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday April 9th may be taken into account. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 60 entries, 29 at £300 31 at £1000 - Closed April 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £86080; Second £35480; Third £17740; Fourth £8880; Fifth £4440; Sixth £2220; Seventh £1100; Eighth £560. (Penalty Value £112540) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Sixth Race 4.10 - THE TENNENT’S HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10892 to the winning horse The second to receive £5018 the third £2508 and the fourth £1256 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher or £20 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023 for each hurdle race won 6lb. TENNENTS has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 25 entries, 2 at £20 and 23 at £100 - Closed April 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £8346; Second £4174; Third £2086; Fourth £1044. (Penalty Value £10892) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Seventh Race 4.45 - THE MACKLIN MOTORS TOYOTA COMING TO AYR ‘HANDS & HEELS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ AND AMATEUR RIDERS’ RACE)(Racing Excellence Series Finale) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430 the third £1215 the fourth £608 and the fifth £303 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023 for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Amateur Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible to ride who, prior to October 23rd, 2022, have not ridden more than 10 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 19th, 2023 have not ridden more than 5 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 5lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) (Amateur Riders must not have reached their 26th Birthday on or before October 23rd, 2022). MACKLIN MOTORS has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize will be presented to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. RIDERS ARE TO CARRY WHIPS IN THIS RACE BUT ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THEM IN THE CIRCUMSTANCES DETAILED UNDER THE HEADING ‘BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY NOTICES’, AND ON THE BHA RACING ADMINISTRATION SITE, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race such that the Jockeys’ Allowances as stated therein may NOT be claimed in this race, and has modified paragraph 62 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race to provide that the winner of this race will not incur penalties in any race except Conditional Jockeys’ races in which the conditions provide for a specific penalty for winners. The British Horseracing Authority has also modified the definition of Amateur Jockey to allow holders of Category ‘A’ Licences to ride in the Race. 22 entries at £46 - Closed April 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A SEE PAGE 57 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 5.20 - THE GOLF INN PRESTWICK OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 3) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2509 the third £1254 and the fourth £628 for four, 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, April 17th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 3lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb Of 3 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. GOLF INN PRESTWICK 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.

ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 26 entries at £50Closed April 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

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