Ayr Racecard - Friday 11th April by Weatherbys

Welcome to Ladies Day, the opening day of the Coral Scottish Grand National Festival Scotland’s biggest and richest jumps ﬁxture.

Over the next two days we’ll stage some of the ﬁnest National Hunt racing the sport has to offer featuring top horses, trainers and jockeys with both the Trainers and Jockeys Championship reaching pivotal points in the season. I’d like to thank our owners and trainers for choosing to run their horses here today and I wish all connections the very best of luck and sincerely hope you have a successful day and return again in the future.

This afternoon’s feature race is the Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase and today’s contest marks the 32nd sponsorship at this Festival by the Hillhouse Group. Sponsors are more important than ever and their support helps us stage the best racing possible and continue to attract quality runners. I’d like to thank the Vernon family for this generous and continuing support.

I’d also like to thank all our other sponsors this afternoon. Coral came on board as principal sponsors of the Scottish Grand National in 2007 and their unstinting commitment to this Festival ever since has seen it grow into one of the most important ﬁxtures of the jumps racing calendar

Slater Menswear sponsor our ﬁrst race and are also providing a fantastic £1200 voucher as part of the Style Awards which form such an integral part of the day

Seko Logistics, one of the world’s leading logistic service providers, have also been loyal supporters of Ayr Racecourse for a number of years and celebrate their 10th anniversary Congratulations to them.

Thistle Cabs, one of Ayrshire’s leading taxi companies, sponsor the Thistle Cabs Group Handicap Hurdle and are another company who are regular supporters of the Racecourse.

A big welcome to Jardine Utilities who are sponsoring our “Hands and Heels” Handicap Hurdle for Conditional Jockeys and Amateur Riders. We welcome your support and hope you have a great experience with all of your guests.

Abbot Risk is an award-winning Safety Engineering and Risk Management company operating globally and we are delighted to have them sponsoring our Mares’ Maiden Hurdle.

Our Style Awards take place in the Champagne Lawns during the afternoon and there are terriﬁc prizes in ﬁve categories – Most Stylish Lady, Stylish Gent, Stylish Hat/Headpiece, Sustainable and Most Stylish Couple.

There are some amazing prizes on offer including a trip to Milan from Stewart Travel and 2 tickets to see Olly Murs and overnight accommodation courtesy of The Village Inn, many thanks to all of our sponsors.

In addition, we also have the amazing Barrioke with Barry from EastEnders performing in the Ayrshire Suite after racing, get yourself signed up and you could sing with a legend! Scott Nicol will be in Western House after racing.

I’d also like to thank the Ayr Racecourse team who have worked tirelessly to ensure this day is a great success.

To everyone enjoy your day!

David Brown Managing Director

Ayr Racecourse

Don’t forget our next meeting... SATURDAY 12TH APRIL CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL

We look forward to welcoming you back!

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

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

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

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

JOCKEYS

Harry Atkins

4.58

Sean Bowen

3.15, 4.25

Henry Brooke

1.30

Harry Cobden

1.30 2.40 3.15

3.50 4.25

Murray Dodd

4.58

Megan Fox

4.58

Jamie Hamilton

2.40

TRAINERS

N. W. Alexander

1.30, 2.40, 3.15

S. R. B. Crawford

2.05 2.40 4.25

Harry Derham

1.30, 4.58

Ian Duncan

4.58

Chris Grant

4.58

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero

1.30

Shaun Harris

1.30

Mr Kevin Healy

4.58

Dominic Hislop

4.58

Ben Jones

2.40, 3.15

Bruce Lynn

1.30 2.40

Charlie Maggs 1.30

Ryan Mania

2.40

Miss Ella McGarry 4.58

Nicky Henderson 2.40, 3.15

Iain Jardine 1.30 4.58

Adrian Keatley 1.30, 2.40

David Killahena & Graeme McPherson

2.40

Alan King 2.05

Tom Lacey 2.40

Donald McCain 1.30

Danny McMenamin

1.30 2.40 3.15

4.25

Beau Morgan 4.25

Craig Nichol

1.30, 2.40, 3.50

Paul O’Brien

1.30 3.15

Conor O’Farrell

1.30, 2.40, 3.15, 4.25

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

1.30, 3.15

Miss Heidi Palin

4.58

Seamus Mullins 4.58 Olly Murphy 3.15 4.25 Paul Nicholls 1.30, 2.40, 3.15, 3.50 4.25 4.58 Adam Nicol 4.58

Jedd O’Keeffe 1.30, 3.15

Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill 1.30 2.40 3.15

Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith 3.15

Oscar Palmer

4.58

Jack Power

1.30, 2.05, 4.58

Callum Pritchard

1.30, 2.40, 3.15, 4.25, 4.58

Conor Rabbitt

1.30

Lewis Saunders

4.25, 4.58

Gavin Sheehan

2.05, 3.15, 3.50

Stan Sheppard 2.40

Ben Pauling 2.40, 3.15

David Pipe 4.25

Gerald Stephen Quinn 4.58

John & Sean Quinn 2.40

Nicky Richards 4.25 4.58

Lucinda Russell 1.30 2.05 3.15 3.50

Dan Skelton 2.05 2.40 3.15 3.50, 4.25, 4.58

Harry Skelton

2.40 3.15 3.50

4.25

J. J. Slevin

2.05, 2.40, 4.25

Ben Smith

3.50, 4.58

Jay Tidball

4.25

Patrick Wadge

2.05, 3.15

Mr Gregor Walkingshaw 4.58

Kielan Woods

2.05, 2.40

Nico de Boinville

2.40 3.15

R. Mike Smith 3.50

Jamie Snowden

3.50

Sandy Thomson 2.40, 4.25, 4.58

Mark Walford 2.40

Ewan Whillans 4.58

William Young Jnr 4.58

Graeme Anderson Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Lindsey Smith Sales & Marketing Manager

Jim MacLellan Owners & Trainers Liaison

Jim Delahunt Raceday Presenter

Ross Donald Raceday Operations Manager

Fiona Rawson Winning Connections

David Brown Managing Director

Zac Warr Western House Hotel General Manager

Iain Conway Executive Chef

2 miles 4f Hurdle 2 miles 5f Hurdle 2 mile 110y Chase

RACE STARTS

RACE 1 - 1.30PM

Slaters Menswear Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 2m

RACE 2 - 2.05PM

Abbott Risk Consulting Ltd Mares’ Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 2m

RACE 3 - 2.40PM

Get Home Safe With Thistle Cabs Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 3m 70yds

RACE 4 - 3.15PM Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase (Class 2) 2m 4f 110yds

RACE 5 - 3.50PM

Seko Logistics Scotland Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (Class 3) 2m 110yds

RACE 6 - 4.25PM

Coral Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 2m 5f 91y

RACE 7 - 4.58PM

Jardine Utilities Race to Repair ‘Hands & Heels’ Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) (Conditional Jockeys’ & Amateur Riders’ Race) (Racing Excellence Series Finale) 2m 4f 100yds

THANK YOU SPONSORS

The Ayr Executive would like to thank today’s sponsors for their very generous support. We wish them and their guests an enjoyable afternoon with us.

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

Breeding Owner Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1 Colour graphic

2 Saddlecloth number

3 Colour of horse

B=bay Br=brown

Ch=chesnut Gr=grey

4 Sex of horse

c=colt h=horse

g=gelding f=ﬁlly

m=mare

FORM RATINGS

5 Horse’s name

6 Days since last run

7 Previous Performances

/=new season -=new year

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

8 Form guide

9 Age

10 Weight

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.

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

LADIES DA

Here is an at a glance guide to what’s on to help you enjoy your day from start to ﬁnish.

THE ESSENTIAL PIPER

FRONT ENTRANCE FROM 11.15AM

KEVIN MCGUIRE HOSPITALITY SUITE FROM 11.30AM

OLD FASHION ROSIE CHAMPAGNE LAWNS FROM 11.30AM

ACROBATS WANDERING FROM 12.00PM

BARRIOKE AYRSHIRE SUITE FROM 5.05PM

SHEB MAIN STAGE PR SUITE FROM 5.05PM

COLIN MCARDLE AYRSHIRE SUITE FROM 6.20PM

*Timings may be subject to change.

C AFE MENUS

CAFE SILKS

FOOD& DRINK

AT THE FESTIVAL

We are thrilled to be welcoming a variety of extra Food & Drink outlets to our Coral Scottish Grand National Festival this Friday So along with our permanent Cafes & Bars, you will also ﬁnd plenty of other options outdoors. Have a look and see what you fancy...

Paddock Area

(Grandstand / Club)

∞ Margarita Truck

∞ Prosecco Bar

∞ Aperol Bar

∞ Off The Grill

∞ Fries Guys

∞ Vivi & Co Coffee

Courtyard Area

(Grandstand / Club)

∞ Burgers

∞ Dirty Bird Food Truck

∞ General Bar Units

Champagne Lawns (Club Only)

∞ Pure Bartending

∞ 1958 Marquee Bar

SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL FESTIVAL

GETTING ABOUT

STYLE AWARDS R RDS S STYLE AWARDS

Fabulous prizes up for grabs for the most stylish Racegoers!

Style is the theme of the day on Friday 11th April, Coral Scottish Grand National Ladies Day, with top prizes up for grabs.

Strike a pose, and get noticed as spotters will be out and about choosing the most stylish racegoers to take to the catwalk on the Champagne Lawns, with one winner being crowned for each of the following categories!

Sustainable Style Award : 1.10pm

Most Stylish Hat : 2.10pm

Most Stylish Lady : 2.45pm

Most Stylish Gent : 3.25pm

Most Stylish Couple : 3.55pm

Registration for each catagory opens 10 minutes before each catwalk begins.

CATEGORY PRIZES

SUSTAINABLE STYLE AWARD

Overnight Stay at Village Hotels with dinner and a bottle of wine and 2 tickets to see Olly Murs at The Hydro

4 VIP tickets for Day Dancin’ at Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 5th July

Sustainable Florist Wilder Blooms Bouquet

MOST STYLISH HAT

Stephanie Gallen Millinery £200 voucher

Midweek Water Lodge Stay for 4 people at RAD Lochside House Hotel

£100 Cherry Soda Voucher

Voucher from SLS Aesthetics*

*Procedure subject to full consultation & client suitability

MOST STYLISH LADY

3 Night Trip to Milan Staying at the 4* Hotel Mediolanum from Stewart Travel

£350 Rule 42 voucher

Charlotte Tilbury House of Fraser

Goodie Bag worth £250 and make-up appointment worth £70

£100 Chained Jewellery Voucher

£100 Alate Activewear Voucher

MOST STYLISH GENT

£1200 Slater Menswear Voucher

Oche Hire for 12 people and £250 Bar Tab from Flight Club Glasgow

Angel Tuning Car Remapping Voucher

Overnight Stay in No.4 TownhouseQueensferry

MOST STYLISH COUPLE

Si Spa Rasul Revival Spa Day including bubbly afternoon tea for two people

2 Night Stay in an Arranview Luxury Lodge

Corney & Barrow Wine Cellar Tour for 4

Karen Simpson Premium Iris

Photography for Two

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

Spring Indulgence Package

As the grow and the ﬂowers

As the nights grow lighter and the ﬂowers bloom, treat yourself to a luxurious spring break with our Spring Indulgence package at Western House Hotel.

• A luxurious overnight stay •

• Dinner in our award-winning restaurant •

• A bottle of house wine with dinner •

• A Full Scottish breakfast •

£205 per room (Monday - Thursday) £225 per room (Friday & Saturday)

Available April & May 2025, prices based on two people sharing. Subject to availability, terms and conditions apply

FIRST RACE 1.30

THE SLATER MENSWEAR HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 3)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130 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

2024 WINNER PRIMOZ (IRE)

SP: 15/2

Age/Weight: 6-11-1

Runners: 13

Jockey: Derek Fox

Trainer: Lucinda Russell

Summary: Primoz secured his second win at this course in last year’s renewal of the opening race. The Lucinda Russell-trained gelding took the lead two out before producing an impressive turn of pace to claim the spoils.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (56 wins from 307 runners, 18%) runs KINGSTON JAMES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs LIARI LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIARI trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 403 miles.

TODAY’S TIPS Lario has taken the silver medal home on each of his last two starts, most recently at Newbury, and competes off an unchanged mark. The six-year-old has cheekpieces applied for the ﬁrst time and ought to go close, but KINGSTON JAMES gets the vote Lucinda Russell’s charge struck by three lengths in a warm event at Musselburgh and, although 9lb higher, a repeat of that performance can help him record a second Ayr success. Inappropriate is another to note. WIN: KINGSTONE JAMES

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2024: PRIMOZ (IRE) 6 11 1 Derek Fox 15-2

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Tongue Strap

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

Stewards Note:

WILFUL: Following its run on 1/3/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Inappropriate (IRE), 11-2 Liari (FR), Lario (GER), 15-2 Kingston James (IRE), 10-1 Static (FR), 11-1 Wilful (IRE), 16-1 Maghlaak (GB), Lipa K (IRE), Ravenscraig Castle (GB), 20-1 Ballyfort (IRE), 40-1 Sisterandbrother (GB), 50-1 Bringbackmemories (FR)

ROLL OF HONOUR

EACHWAY: LARIO

(Lucinda Russell) 13 ran

worn

THE SLATER MENSWEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £18000

Prize Money £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187, the fourth £1094 and the ﬁfth £545

colours no horse

1 LIARI (FR) (52) 1P-3633 D

Br B g Cracksman - Lidiyana (FR)

age st-lb

5 12-0

Harry Cobden J

O Neil Smith & Alﬁe Smith Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan Morson Group S

He has won three hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Third of 6 behind Luttrell Lad beaten 2l at 85-40 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Taunton over 2m (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 126

2 LARIO (GER) (41) 330-322 D

6 11-13

Br B g Nutan (IRE) - Larmina (FR) Paul O’Brien J

O OLBG Racing Club

Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Mrs U. Imm OLBG S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Jurancon when second of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m (soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time.

Official BHA Rating 125

3 WILFUL (IRE) (41) 1-1104P D BF 6 11-9

Br Br g Westerner - Shuil Milan (IRE)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Michael Murphy JMH Group S

He has won three hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy Pulled up 2 out when 18-5 favourite at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Cracking Rhapsody last month on his latest outing. Has won at Worcester and Hexham this season. Official BHA Rating 121

4 KINGSTON

JAMES

(IRE) (21) 154201 CD 6 11-8

Br B g Kingston Hill - Jemima Jay (IRE)

Jack Power (5) J

O Old Gold Racing 23 Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Gerard Leahy Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Old Gold Racing, Retraining of Racehorses S

He has won two hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 15-2 in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 1f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Heart Above by 3l. Has also won at Hexham this season. Official BHA Rating 120

5 MAGHLAAK (GB) (14) 411344 D

Br B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA)

6 11-3

Danny McMenamin J

O Jimmy Fyffe & Mrs Breda Keatley Adrian Keatley Malton T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Bashful when fourth of 7 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (soft) in February. Has won at Catterick and Wetherby this season. Official BHA Rating 115

6 STATIC (FR) (31) 6225B0 4 11-2

Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Electrostatique (FR)

O Mr J. Fyffe

Charlie Maggs (5) J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mme Marie Merienne , Mr Julien Merienne JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 1m 7f and 2m 1f on soft ground. Beaten 8l behind Puturhandstogether at 50-1 when seventh of 22 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 122

7 BRINGBACKMEMORIES (FR) (100) 620/-60P D 6 10-12

Br B g Iffraaj - Glamour Queen

Conor Rabbitt (3) J

O The Adams Apples Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B S.C.E.A. Team Hogdala France et al Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Pulled up 2 out when 28-1 at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Bold Light in January on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 110

8 LIPA K (IRE) (173) 1UPB54 D 7 10-12

Br B g Mamool (IRE) - Triennial (IRE)

Henry Brooke J

O Cottrell, Conway & Cottrell Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Mr Liam McKeogh Swansway S

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Idy Wood when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 2f (good) in October last year Official BHA Rating 110

9 BALLYFORT (IRE) (20) FU2414 CD 7 10-11

Br B g Fame And Glory - Mardale (IRE) Bruce Lynn J

O Matterson, Maclay and Warre N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Frank Motherway Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Finished 15l behind Starlyte when fourth of 16 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 109

10 RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE (GB) (21) 324255 7 10-10

Br Gr g Nathaniel (IRE) - In The Soup (USA)

O Castle Racing, Sinclair & Jardine

Callum Pritchard (5) J

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Wadacre Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

Placed in ﬁve hurdle races from nine NH starts. Finished 12l behind Kingston James when ﬁfth of 12 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 108

11 INAPPROPRIATE (IRE) (21) 1541 D 4 10-9

Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Kimblewick (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell J

O Caron & Paul Chapman Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T

B Grenane House Stud Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-1 in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 1f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Belfrina by 1/2l. Has also won at Newcastle this season. Official BHA Rating 115

12 SISTERANDBROTHER (GB) (13) 3/13230- D 7 10-7

Br Ch g Sixties Icon - Picalily

O Mr J. Morris

B Mr W. A. Harrison-Allan

Craig Nichol J

Shaun Harris, Worksop T

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground (latest ﬂat win was in January). Well beaten at 9-1 behind Moveit Like Minnie when eighth of 9 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Ludlow over 2m (good to soft) in October ‘23. Official BHA Rating 105

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Filming

All racegoers please note that a ﬁlm crew will be present at the course today recording footage for a forthcoming television drama series. Your attendance, or ticket purchase, grants your permission to be ﬁlmed and for the use of any footage featuring you to be included in the series.

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

LOCATED JUST OFF GEORGE SQUARE

Here's how to join the Barrioke fun :

Registration begins at 4:30pm sharp and lasts for 35 minutes before Barrioke kicks off You can sign up at the side of the stage in the Ayrshire Suite.

Please note, only a maximum of 2 people can perform on stage per song.

The setlist is stacked with hits, ranging from ABBA's "Gimme Gimme Gimme" to Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody", choose your song from the list and you may have the opportunity to be called up on stage to sing with EastEnders Star Shaun Williamson!

But remember, signing up means adding your name to the potential singers' list. We randomly select performers from this list.

Don't worry, we'll call out the names as we go along & let the music lead the way!

Our recent renovations elevate your stay with:

• Our Brand New Private Hot Tub

• A Stunning Vanity Area with huge mirrors and perfect lighting

• A Balcony & Decking Area offering breathtaking views, including glimpses of the parade ring and track on racedays

• A Spacious Bathroom & Dressing Area with a double walk-in shower & freestanding bath

• Personalised Ascot Suite Robes for that extra touch of indulgence

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MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

The term ‘maiden’ inspires thoughts of damsels in distress but in horse racing terms it takes on a different meaning. When a horse is referred to as a maiden, be it a colt or a ﬁlly, it simply means that they have yet to win a race. Many of the mares aged four-years-old and upwards in this two mile hurdle will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today

2024 WINNER

LILY DU BERLAIS

SP: 5/2

Age/Weight: 8-11-4

Runners: 7

Jockey: J. J. Slevin

Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford

Summary: Lily Du Berlais travelled well in this contest before moving to the front three out. None of her rivals were able to match her in the closing stages as the mare powered home to win impressively by 7 1/2 lengths.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (56 wins from 307 runners, 18%) runs KANITAMAY & LETS MINGLE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (3 wins from 33 runners, 9%) runs ROXANNE LONGEST TRAVELLER: GREEN SKY trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS

Irish Chorus had the race at her mercy when falling at the last at Doncaster and has a strong chance of making amends. However, GREEN SKY looks the way to go. The ﬁve-year-old was well beaten off a mark of 113 in a deep handicap at Kelso last month, but drops back into maiden company and sets the standard with a revised rating of 111. Kanitamay completes the shortlist.

ROLL OF HONOUR

LILY DU BERLAIS

4 J J Slevin 5-2 (S R B Crawford) 7 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Irish Chorus (GB), 11-4 Roxanne (GER), 4-1 Green Sky (IRE), 9-1 Kanitamay (FR), 28-1 Lets Mingle (IRE)

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MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total prize fund £14999

Prize Money £8168 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1880 and the fourth £941.

colours no horse

1 GREEN SKY (IRE) (20) 3F-4340

5 11-4

Br B m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Heroine Chic (IRE) J. J. Slevin J

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

B Alexander Bloodstock The Sporting Life S

Placed in three hurdle races from eight NH starts. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Leloopa when 9th of 12 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 111

2 IRISH CHORUS (GB) (28) 5-23U6F BF

6 11-4

Br Bl m Jack Hobbs - Mayfair Music (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mrs E. Roberts Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Mrs E. Roberts Goodwin Racing Ltd S

Placed in two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from nine starts. Fell having jumped the last when 11-10 favourite at Doncaster over 2m 1f (good) in a maiden hurdle race won by Our Lil last month on her latest outing. Official BHA Rating 105

3 KANITAMAY (FR) (19) 0UP2

5 11-4

Br Ch m Kapgarde (FR) - Reine de Re (FR) Patrick Wadge J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Olivia & Gregoire Goupil Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Placed in a hurdle race from four starts. Beaten 6l by Bel Amigo when second of 6 at 100-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating -

4 LETS MINGLE (IRE) (67) 1-603

5 11-4

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Thessalienne (FR) Jack Power (5) J

O Mr E. Shervington Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B James Luttrell Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Third of 5 behind Vroomoz Eile beaten 25l at 16-1 on her hurdling debut at Carlisle over 2m 3f (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating -

5 ROXANNE (GER) (168)

5 11-4

Br B m Soldier Hollow - Registara (GER) Kielan Woods J

O The Megsons Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Gestut Gorlsdorf

The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S

Beaten 18l behind Croeso Cymraeg at 12-1 when 12th of 14 on her latest Flat outing at Doncaster over 1m 2f (soft) in October last year Having her ﬁrst run for a new stable today, previously with E A L Dunlop. Official BHA Rating -

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TODAY’S JOCKEY TO WATCH - HARRY SKELTON

Former champion Harry is too far behind Sean Bowen in the Jockeys’ Championship to collect another title this season but he’s already banked £500,000 for winning the David Power Challenge for jumps riders this season and is still going all out to help brother Dan in his quest for the Trainers’ Championship. Harry’s had plenty of success from limited rides here at Ayr in recent years and there have been big-race success this season on The New Lion, Grey Dawning and L’Eau Du Sud as well as the now regular win and place prize-money haul from the top-class chaser Protektorat. Harry looks set for another busy day here and his mount in the Get Home Safe With Thistle Cabs Handicap Hurdle (2.40) Ace Of Spades looks sure to be one of his better chances.

THE GET HOME SAFE WITH THISTLE CABS HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 3)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This three mile and half a furlong handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 125 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.

2024 WINNER CATCH HIM DERRY (IRE)

SP: 5/6 F

Age/Weight: 6-10-10

Runners: 16

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton

Summary: Catch Him Derry justiﬁed his tag as favourite in this race as he produced a perfect jump at the last and moved clear of the rest of the ﬁeld to secure a comfortable victory for trainer Dan Skelton.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Alexander (49 wins from 274 runners, 18%) runs GAILLIMH A STOR & THEME TUNE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs HISTRIONIC

FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2021 and 2024. The stable runs ACE OF SPADES today LONGEST TRAVELLER: PARK ANNONCIADE trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS

Imperial Merlin is a C&D winner who showed improvement after a wind operation to score at Haydock and has to be respected off just 4lb higher However, HISTRIONIC beat a subsequent winner to shed his maiden tag at Chepstow last month and Paul Nicholls’ promising six-year-old is likely to have plenty of improvement in him. This is only his fourth start over hurdles and he is fancied to make a successful handicap bow Ace Of Spades is another to keep an eye on.

WIN: HISTRIONIC

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2024: CATCH HIM DERRY (IRE) 6 10 10 Harry Skelton 5-6 (Dan Skelton) 16 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 6, 10 Blinkers worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9, 13, 14 Stewards Note:

ICARE ALLEN: Following its run on 22/2/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Ace of Spades (FR), 6-1 I Am Max (IRE), 8-1 Imperial Merlin (IRE), 9-1 Histrionic (IRE), 10-1 Chasingouttheblues (IRE), 14-1 Belvedere Blast (IRE), 16-1 Icare Allen (FR), Kintail (GB), 22-1 Park Annonciade (FR), 25-1 Billy Boi Blue (GB), Gaillimh A Stor (IRE), De Kingpin (IRE), Theme Tune (IRE), 50-1 Pounding Poet (IRE)

EACHWAY: IMPERIAL MERLIN

THE GET HOME SAFE WITH THISTLE CABS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16000

Prize Money £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, the third £1944, the fourth £972 and the ﬁfth £484

1 IMPERIAL MERLIN (IRE) (23) FP-5231 CD 8 12-0

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Silver Charmer

O Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn

Craig Nichol J

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Boardsmill Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

Winner of four hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m 1f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 13-2 in a hurdle race at Haydock over 3m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Tiger Jet by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 125

2 ACE OF SPADES (FR) (41) 1-42114 BF 6 12-0

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

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ace

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B G.A.E.C Stewart Olive Print & Graphics S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 7f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Bold Light when fourth of 10 at 5-2 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Kelso and Cheltenham this season. Official BHA Rating 125

ICARE ALLEN

(FR) (48) 001020

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Coeur d’Allen (FR)

7 11-13

Callum Pritchard (5) J

O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Bruno Vagne Wasdell Group S

He has won three hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 1m 4f to 2m 7f on soft and yielding - soft ground. Well beaten at 10-1 behind J’Ai Froid when 9th of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 124

4 BILLY BOI BLUE

(GB) (78) 2-313P5 D

8 11-11

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Kentucky Sky Kielan Woods J

O BDRSyndicates David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold T

B Mr T. Wood Pragnell S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Finished 9l behind Super Survivor when ﬁfth of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 3m 1f (soft) in January. Official BHA Rating 122

5 HISTRIONIC (IRE) (26) 305-431 D

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Flemensbay

6 11-10

Harry Cobden J

O Kate & Andrew Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B A. V. Bloodstock Morson Group S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 3m on good ground. A winner at 9-4 in a maiden hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Newton Tornado by 4 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 121

6 GAILLIMH A STOR (IRE) (41) 3/-322P0 C D 9 11-9

Br B g Presenting - Gaillimh A Chroi (IRE)

Bruce Lynn J

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

B Tony Harrington Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 16l behind Bold Light at 25-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 120

7 CHASINGOUTTHEBLUES (IRE) (27) 101130 CD 6 11-8

Br B g Sea Moon - Bally Tutu (IRE)

Jamie Hamilton J

O CW Racing Club & Ursa Major Racing Ltd Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B R. Cotton & S. Lannigan O’Keeffe Cube3 Construction Ltd S

He has won three hurdle races from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Red Risk when 10th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 119

8 I AM MAX (IRE) (20) 1-3F223 C BF 7 11-7

Br Ch g Vendangeur (IRE) - Betty Scott Ryan Mania J

O Mr M. Scott Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Crossogue Stud & M. Scott Sandy Thomson S Successful in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race at 2m and 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 16 behind Starlyte beaten 7l at 7-2 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 118

9 POUNDING POET (IRE) (58) 06PP4-6

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Pestal And Mortar (IRE)

9 11-6

Stan Sheppard J

O Hft Limted and P J King and Son Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

B Mr David McHugh Plumbing World S He has won four hurdle races from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 40-1 when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Hereford over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 117

10 DE KINGPIN (IRE) (28) 2-351P3 6 11-5

Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Jolivia (FR) Ben Jones J

O Elizabeth and Oliver Troup

Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Philip Hore Fitzdares S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Last of 3 behind Reallyntruthfully beaten 14l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 5f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 116

11 PARK ANNONCIADE (FR) (14) 0F3340 C 7 11-3

Br B g Masked Marvel - Yellow Ball (FR) J. J. Slevin J

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

B Mr G. Defontaine & Mr F. Duvivier The Sporting Life S

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 3f on good to soft ground. Beaten 16l behind Blue Hop at 12-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 114

12 BELVEDERE

BLAST (IRE) (38)

Br Ch g Buratino (IRE) - Zelie Martin (IRE)

331524 7 11-2

Danny McMenamin J

O Swanland Partnership Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Padraig Williams

Winner of six hurdle races from 2m to 2m 7f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Court Cian when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Market Rasen over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Market Rasen and Hexham this season. Official BHA Rating 113

13 THEME TUNE (IRE) (56) 115/6-05 D 10 11-1

Br B g Fame And Glory - Supreme Melody (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Katie and Brian Castle N. W. Alexander Kinneston T

B Godfrey Moylan Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 9l behind Stay If U Want To when ﬁfth of 12 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 7f (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 112

14 KINTAIL (GB) (21) 5-3PPU5 6 11-1

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Speed Bonnie Boat

Nico de Boinville J

O Lady Dulverton Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B H. D. J. Daly Unibet S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race at 2m and 2m 3f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Mahler Moon when ﬁfth of 14 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 3m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 112

TODAY’S TRAINER TO WATCH - DAN SKELTON

Dan looked like landing his ﬁrst Trainers’ Championship all the way up until last weekend, but a magniﬁcent Aintree Grand National meeting for Irish rival Willie Mullins has left Skelton still top of the table, but looking vulnerable to his closing rival. Nick Rockett’s success and a National 1-2-3-5-7 for Mullins means the gap going into this weekend is down to just over £120,000 but Dan can bank more prize money here today with Mullins delaying his massive Ayr challenge until tomorrow’s Scottish Grand National card. Skelton’s 6 runners here this afternoon include Riskinthground in our £50,000 highlight at 3.15, the Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase, and every penny earned by his other 5, Roxanne, Ace Of Spades, Asta La Pasta, Nurse Susan and Out Out, will be very welcome ahead of the Mullins challenge arriving in Ayrshire tomorrow

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THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile, four and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for ﬁve-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a speciﬁc ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

2024 WINNER OUTLAW PETER (IRE)

SP: 7/2 JF

Age/Weight: 8-11-12

Runners: 10

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Trainer: Paul Nicholls

Summary: Outlaw Peter moved to the front four out from home before extending his advantage over the chasing pack. After navigating the last, he kept on well to hold off a late charge from Soul Icon and secure victory

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (56 wins from 307 runners, 18%) runs WALK ON QUEST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs GELINO BELLO LONGEST TRAVELLER: GELINO BELLO trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 403 miles.

TODAY’S TIPS

Dan Skelton has a good record in this race and his Riskintheground is dangerous to underestimate from his last winning mark. However, NED TANNER was a ready winner over C&D last month and, with that memory still fresh, another step forward could see him make the most of receiving weight all round. Fellow track-and-trip scorer Walk On Quest is much better than he managed last time and also rates a key player

WIN: NED TANNER

EACHWAY: RISKINTHEGROUND

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024: OUTLAW PETER (IRE) 8 11 12 Harry Cobden 7-2 (Paul Nicholls) 10 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6, 10, 11, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 12.

Stewards Note:

GELINO BELLO: Following its run on 13/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

WILL CARVER: Following its run on 25/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

WALK ON QUEST: Following its run on 15/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its recent run.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Leader In The Park (IRE), 7-1 Riskintheground (IRE), 8-1 Vintage Fizz (GB), 17-2 Ned Tanner (IRE), 9-1 Walk On Quest (IRE), 10-1 Crebilly (IRE), 11-1 Sure Touch (GB), 14-1 Persian Time (GB), 22-1 Will Carver (IRE), 28-1 Densworth (IRE), 33-1 Prairie Wolf (IRE), 40-1 Gelino Bello (FR)

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THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

2) (GBB

RACE)

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

Prize Money £25720 to the winning horse The second to receive £11825, the third £5915, the fourth £2955, the ﬁfth £1480, the sixth £735, the seventh £370 and the eighth £185

colours no horse age st-lb

1 GELINO BELLO (FR) (29) 1FP/-6PP D

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Parade (FR)

O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton

9 12-0

Harry Cobden J

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr Remi Boucret John Cotton (Group) Ltd S

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and two chases from 2m 2f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up having jumped the last when 50-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) in a chase won by Daily Present last month on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 137

2 SURE TOUCH (GB) (27) 150P46 D

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Liberthine (FR)

O Geegeez.co.uk OM & Partner

9 12-0

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Upton Viva Stud geegeez.co.uk, Motaclan S

Has won four hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 13-2 behind Bad when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 137

3 CREBILLY (IRE) (31) 20-0360 D

8 11-13

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blueberry Bramble (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B J. F. Mernagh Wasdell Group S

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Well beaten at 11-1 behind Myretown when 9th of 24 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 136

4 PRAIRIE WOLF (IRE) (48) 4PU143 D BF

8 11-13

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Applause For Amy (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T

B P. Condon Tuffa Footwear Ltd S

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH ﬂat races and four chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 5 behind Arthur’s Quay beaten 41l at 5-2 favourite on his latest outing in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 136

5 DENSWORTH (IRE) (29) 1P-51P0

Br B g Kayf Tara - Mariah’s Way

8 11-12

Callum Pritchard (5) J

O OAP Syndicate Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mr D. J. Aiken Horse & Groom East Ashling S

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 50-1 behind Caldwell Potter when 14th of 19 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Jack Richards Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 135

6 WILL CARVER (IRE) (137) PP-130P D

Br B g Califet (FR) - Rock Angel (IRE)

10 11-9

Paul O’Brien J

O Owners Group 064 Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Tom and Helen Burns

Winner of three hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good ground. Pulled up 2 out when 10-1 at Kempton over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a chase won by Es Perfecto in November last year on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 132

7 VINTAGE FIZZ (GB) (153) 326542 D 8 11-6

Br Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - Milan Athlete (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell J

O Fine Claret Racing & Mr T.S. Ingham Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T

B Mr W. Kinsey Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

He has won two hurdle races and two chases at 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by King Turgeon when second of 13 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m 5f (good to soft) in November last year Official BHA Rating 129

8 LEADER IN THE PARK (IRE) (41) 14-5113 D BF 7 11-6

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Supreme Breda (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Lady Dulverton Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Ms M. Kavanagh Fitzdares S He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Third of 5 behind Walk On Quest beaten 5l at 10-11 favourite on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Warwick and Kempton this season. Official BHA Rating 129

9 PERSIAN TIME (GB) (58) 14P-5PP 7 11-6

Br B g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest Nico de Boinville J

O McNeill Family & Stone Family Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Clarendon Farm Ultima Business Solutions S He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 2f on good to soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 20-1 at Wetherby over 2m 4f (soft) in a hurdle race won by West To The Bridge in February on his latest outing. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 129

10 RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) (20) 354445 D 8 11-4

Br B g Presenting - The Folkes Choice

O 3 Sons

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Fergal Duncan & Loman Duncan The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S

Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 6l behind Bhaloo when ﬁfth of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m 4f (good) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 127

11 WALK ON QUEST (IRE) (27) 21111P CD 6 11-1

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aure Antique (FR)

Patrick Wadge J

O The Crick Girls Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Herine Bloodstock Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won four chases from 2m to 2m 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Pulled up 3 out when 4-1 at Uttoxeter over 3m (good to soft) in a chase won by Minella Blueway last month on his latest outing. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 124

12 NED TANNER (IRE) (34) 451221 CD 9 10-13

Br B g Milan - Rose Tanner (IRE)

O Hands and Heels

Danny McMenamin J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B John Mulcahy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on good and soft ground. A winner at 5-2 in a chase over this course and distance (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Dare To Shout by 2 1/4l. Has also won at Haydock this season. Official BHA Rating 122

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THE SEKO LOGISTICS SCOTLAND NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October This particular two miles and half a furlong novices’ limited handicap steeple chase is for horses aged ﬁve-years-old and upwards who are rated between 0-130 and have not won more than two steeple chases.

2024 WINNER RATH GAUL HILL (IRE)

SP: 5/2 F

Age/Weight: 6-10-11

Runners: 6

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater

Summary: Rath Gaul Hill took the lead in this contest by capitalising on a mistake from Beau Balko two from home. After producing a composed jump at the last, he kept on well to seal the win by 2 1/2 lengths.

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Russell (56 wins from 307 runners, 18%) runs FROM THE CLOUDS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs PASO DOBLE FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2018 and 2019 The stable runs ASTA LA PASTA today LONGEST TRAVELLER: PASO DOBLE trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 403 miles.

TODAY’S TIPS

TORNEO has done well since being sent chasing and looks ready for another crack at this level on the back of a ﬁve-length success at Chepstow Asta La Pasta has also been consistent in this discipline and rates another key player with a hood/tongue-tie combination tried for just the second time. Paso Doble can play a big part on his fencing bow if not inconvenienced by cutting back in trip, while C&D winner Dance Thief adds a touch of intrigue with ﬁrst-time cheekpieces tried.

ROLL OF HONOUR

(IRE), 9-2

La Pasta (IRE), 5-1 From The Clouds (FR), 7-1 Dance Thief (IRE)

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STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

3) (GBB RACE)

for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15500

Prize Money £8185 to the winning horse The second to receive £3766, the third £1883, the fourth £942 and the ﬁfth £469 colours no horse

1 ASTA LA PASTA (IRE) (27) 313224 D 7 11-10

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Asian Maze (IRE)

O The Asta La Pasta Partnership

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Ms Helga Moore Ashford Stud of 5095 S

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 3-1 behind Teddy Blue when fourth of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 130

2 TORNEO (FR) (26) 322131 D 5 11-2

Br B g Toronado (IRE) - Abbronzatissima (IRE)

O Torneo Syndicate

Gavin Sheehan J

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B S.A.S I.E.I & Percy Holding APS BetVictor S He has won a hurdle race and two chases at 2m on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 9-4 joint-favourite at Chepstow over 2m (good) last month, beating Alien Storm by 5l. Has also won at Taunton this season. Official BHA Rating 122

3 FROM THE CLOUDS (FR) (363) 32/411U- 8 11-2

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Saffarona

Craig Nichol J

O Richard & Katherine Gilbert Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B P. Henry, J. Gandy & A. Chevalier Du Fau

Straightline (NE) Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f on heavy ground. Unseated rider when 9-2 at Newcastle over 2m 1f (heavy) in a hurdle race won by Horn Cape in April last year on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 122

4 PASO DOBLE (IRE) (83) 1621//-02 D

8 10-13

Br Br g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Baila Me (GER) Harry Cobden J

O Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Godolphin Morson Group S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good ground, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 2 1/4l by Aurigny Mill when second of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Taunton over 2m 3f (good to soft) in January. Official BHA Rating 119

5 DANCE THIEF (IRE) (34) 226123 CD

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Don’t Wait (IRE)

7 10-5

Ben Smith (7) J

O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B P. O’Connell

He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 7 behind Heads Or Harps beaten 14l at 7-2 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 111 2ND

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THE CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile, ﬁve and a half furlong 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.

2024 WINNER

PUNTA DEL ESTE (FR)

25/1

Age/Weight: 5-11-7

Runners: 14

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Trainer: Dan Skelton

Summary: Punta Del Este timed his approach to perfection in this contest last year After clearing the ﬁnal hurdle, he quickly moved into second place before sweeping past rival The Four Sixes to seal victory

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S R B Crawford (28 wins from 145 runners, 19%) runs I LOVE MY BAIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs IRISH HILL & RED RISK

FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2015 2016 and 2024. The stable runs NURSE SUSAN today LONGEST TRAVELLER: I LOVE MY BAIE trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS

Dan Skelton trained last year’s winner and NURSE SUSAN is anticipated to make a bold bid in a competitive renewal. The eight-year-old was still in contention approaching the last in the Martin Pipe before fading in the closing stages. She ran a ﬁne race considering that was her ﬁrst start for over a year and should be spot-on for this. Jockey bookings suggest last month’s Uttoxeter winner Red Risk is preferred to Irish Hill of the Paul Nicholls runners, while The Four Sixes makes most appeal of Olly Murphy’s contingent after scoring in good style at Bangor I Love My Baie is not out of it either

WIN: NURSE SUSAN

EACHWAY: RED RISK

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: PUNTA DEL ESTE (FR) 5 11 7 Kielan Woods 25-1 (Dan Skelton) 14 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 8, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Red Risk (FR), 5-1 Nurse Susan (FR), 11-2 The Four Sixes (IRE), 8-1 Florida Dreams (IRE), 17-2 I Love My Baie (FR), 12-1 Irish Hill (GER), 14-1 Thunder Rock (IRE), 18-1 Benson (GB), 20-1 Phantomofthepoints (IRE), 50-1 Pyramid Place (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR

THE CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Prize Money £16338 to the winning horse The second to receive £7527, the third £3762 and the fourth £1884

colours no horse

1 RED RISK (FR) (27) 400-631 D 10 12-0

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

O Middleham Park Racing XLIV & A&J Ryan

B Mme Alexandrine Berger

Harry Cobden J

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

Middleham Park Racing S

Winner of four hurdle races and two chases from 2m 1f to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 22-1 in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Joyeux Machin by a neck. Official BHA Rating 141

2 THUNDER ROCK (IRE) (20) 1P-P444 C 9 11-12

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage

O McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale

Lewis Saunders (7) J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Mrs O. Hegarty Ultima Business Solutions S

Has won four hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and four chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 9-2 behind The Four Sixes when fourth of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 139

3 THE FOUR SIXES (IRE) (20) F2-PUP1 D 7 11-10

Br B g Westerner - Lemon Cello (IRE)

Sean Bowen J

O McNeill Family & Stone Family Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Cathal Ennis Ultima Business Solutions S

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy A winner at 9-2 in a hurdle race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Homme Public by 7l. Official BHA Rating 137

4 I LOVE MY BAIE (FR) (305) 31013-4 C BF 7 11-7

Br B g Crillon (FR) - Ludmika (FR) J. J. Slevin J

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

B Mr Andre-Jean Belloir The Sporting Life S

He has won three hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind West Away when fourth of 12 at 10-3fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Roscommon over 2m 4f (good) in June last year. Official BHA Rating 134

5 IRISH HILL (GER) (27) P12314 D

7 11-6

Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Irresistable (GER) Jay Tidball (5) J

O Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 8 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Gestut Hachtsee Morson Group S Winner of seven hurdle races from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 7l behind Aston Martini when fourth of 10 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) last month. Has won at Warwick and Plumpton this season. Official BHA Rating 133

6 NURSE SUSAN

(FR) (28) 24//011-0 8 11-5

Br Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - Hembra (FR)

O Mr Colm Donlon

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr Gaetan Gilles The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S She has won four hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 7f on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Wodhooh when 11th of 24 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.

Official BHA Rating 132

7 PYRAMID PLACE (IRE) (27) 041600 D 8 11-5

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Attima

Beau Morgan (5) J

O The PP Partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Kingsley Park Ltd

Has won nine hurdle races from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 33-1 behind Aston Martini when last of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) last month. Has won at Kempton and Aintree this season. Official BHA Rating 132

8 PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS (IRE) (27) 6-34100 7 11-3

Br B g Mount Nelson - Swing Bowler

Callum Pritchard (5) J

O Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander, P&S Bryceland David Pipe, Wellington T

B Mr Kenneth Alexander W & S Recycling S Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 19l behind Red Risk at 25-1 when seventh of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 130 9 BENSON (GB) (67) 0-P40P6 10 10-11

Br B g Beat Hollow - Karla June Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr Ken McGarrity Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Netherfield House Stud Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S Winner of six hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Finished 17l behind Galunggung when last of 6 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 124

10 FLORIDA DREAMS (IRE) (41) 0-15505 C

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - First Line (GER)

7 10-10

Danny McMenamin J

O Mr J. Fyffe Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Mrs Rita Moran JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

He has won two hurdle races and two NH ﬂat races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind Cracking Rhapsody when ﬁfth of 18 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 123

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THEJARDINEUTILITIESRACETOREPAIR‘HANDS&HEELS’ HANDICAPHURDLE(CLASS4)(CONDITIONALJOCKEYS’ANDAMATEURRIDERS’RACE) (RACINGEXCELLENCESERIESFINALE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

The ﬁnal race this afternoon is a two miles, four and a half furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been officially rated 0-120 As is the case with all handicaps on this afternoon’s card, the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 120 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 115

2024 WINNER PLAISIR DES FLOS (FR)

SP: 11/4

Age/Weight: 5-10-9

Runners: 9

Jockey: Miss Fern O’Brien

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien

Summary: Plaisir Des Flos took the lead following a fall by Billytherealbigred three out from home and ﬁnished the race in impressive fashion by continuing to move away from the rest of the ﬁeld as he sealed a 9 1/2 length victory

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Richards (24 wins from 170 runners, 14%) runs SUMMERGROUNDS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs BELOW THE RADAR FANCY THAT: I Jardine won this race in 2018 and 2023 The stable runs DUNNET HEAD today LONGEST TRAVELLER: MILLYUPDAHILLY trained by G Quinn, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS BELOW THE RADAR has eased in the weights and gave notice a return to form was imminent when fourth at Uttoxeter The seven-year-old looks on an attractive mark if right back to his best. Balboa posted an improved effort when third at Wetherby and is worthy of consideration, while Summergrounds had the measure of Beneﬁt Ben (second) when successful at Musselburgh and should remain competitive, with Ella McGarry’s allowance negating a large chunk of a 7lb rise.

WIN: BELOW THE RADAR EACHWAY:

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2024: PLAISIR DES FLOS (FR) 5 10 9 Miss Fern O’Brien 11-4 (Fergal O’Brien) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2, 5. Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note:

IL VA DE SOI: Following its run on 12/2/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly THE JEWELLER’S PET: Following its run on 22/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran ﬂat.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Out Out (IRE), 15-2 Il Va de Soi (FR), Summergrounds (GB), 8-1 Beneﬁt Ben (IRE), 9-1 Below The Radar (IRE), The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE), 12-1 Balboa (GB), 14-1 Millyupdahilly (IRE), 18-1 Authorized Mission (GB), 20-1 Dunnet Head (IRE), 33-1 Galahad Threepwood (GB), 40-1 Stylish Recruit (IRE), 80-1 Santa Clarita (FR)

ROLL

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‘HANDS&HEELS’HANDICAPHURDLERACE(CLASS4)

(CONDITIONALJOCKEYS’ANDAMATEURRIDERS’RACE)(RacingExcellenceSeriesFinale) 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 IL VA DE SOI (FR) (58) 211-520 D BF 7 12-2

Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Vara des Champs (FR)

Megan Fox (3) J

O The Merry Makers Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Mr Denis Fontaine et al OLBG S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 4f on soft ground. Well beaten at 3-1 joint-favourite behind West To The Bridge when eighth of 11 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m 4f (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 122

2 BALBOA (GB) (58) 2-25P63 5 11-11

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Reachforthestars (IRE)

Lewis Saunders J

O Mrs Kate Kenyon Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Elwick Stud We Do Vans S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on heavy ground. Third of 11 behind West To The Bridge beaten 4l at 28-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m 4f (soft) in February. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 117

3 BELOW THE RADAR (IRE) (27) 11-4404 D 7 11-10

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Benfaithful (IRE)

Callum Pritchard J

O Hemmings Racing Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr Shane McGuckin Trust Inns Limited S He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Finished 8l behind Hidden History when fourth of 15 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 116

4 STYLISH RECRUIT (IRE) (11) 5-41PP4 7 11-3

Br B g Ask - Stylish Ways (IRE) Miss Heidi Palin J

O Mrs Fiona Telfer Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B J. F. Mernagh Sandy Thomson S

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Fingal’s Hill when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 109 (-4)

5 DUNNET HEAD (IRE) (80) 04-2503 C 7 11-0

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Champagne Ruby (IRE) Oscar Palmer J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Mr & Mrs Stephen O’Flynn & John M. Flynn Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race at 2m and 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 6 behind Lively Citizen beaten 4 1/2l at 11-4 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m (soft) in January. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 106

6 THE JEWELLER’S PET (IRE) (20) 60311P CD 6 10-11

Br Ch g Libertarian - Westies Pet (IRE) Mr Gregor Walkingshaw (3) J

O Mr Ronnie Lilley Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Mr Michael Rafter

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up at the last when 12-1 at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Starlyte last month on his latest outing. Has won twice at Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 103

7 SUMMERGROUNDS (GB) (21) 132321 D 9 10-10

Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Hannah Jacques (IRE)

O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1

Miss Ella McGarry (5) J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Nicky Richards Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-1 in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Beneﬁt Ben by 2 1/4l. Has also won at Market Rasen this season. Official BHA Rating 102

8 AUTHORIZED MISSION (GB) (57) 602015 5 10-10

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Micro Mission (IRE) Dominic Hislop (3) J

O D&D Armstrong Ltd Chris Grant, Billingham T

B D & D Armstrong Ltd North Sea Logistics S A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 6f on soft ground. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Punxsutawney Phil when ﬁfth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 102

9 GALAHAD THREEPWOOD (GB) (20) 60-3436 8 10-9

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Tesary Murray Dodd J

O RHS Ltd Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Peter Winkworth Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Starlyte when sixth of 16 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 101

10 MILLYUPDAHILLY (IRE) (25) 65-025 6 10-7

Br B m Epaulette (AUS) - Macy Anne (IRE)

O Caherty Stables Racing Syndicate

B Daniel Cosgrave

Mr Kevin Healy (3) J

Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

Placed in a hurdle race from ﬁve NH starts. Finished 6l behind Cher Tara when ﬁfth of 19 at 7-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Down Royal over 2m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 99

11 BENEFIT BEN (IRE) (21) 401022 D BF 7 10-6

Br Ch g Ocovango - Beneﬁt Scheme (IRE)

Jack Power J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B Mr P. Murphy North Sea Logistics S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Summergrounds when second of 9 at 3-1 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 98

12 OUT OUT (IRE) (40) 2-00042 BF 6 10-2

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Hestina (FR)

Harry Atkins J

O The Thirsty Boys Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Dan Skelton The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S

Placed in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race from six starts. Beaten 1 3/4l by Benvoy when second of 12 at 11-4 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 2m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 (+2)

13 SANTA CLARITA (FR) (17) 202P5P D 7 10-2

Br Gr m Walzertakt (GER) - New Delice (FR) Ben Smith J

O Mr W. G. Young Jnr William Young Jnr, Carluke T

B M. Eric Aubree & M. Claude Aubree

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 16-1 at Hexham over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Forest Blaze last month on her latest outing. Runs from 4lb out of handicap. Official BHA Rating 90

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

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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 reﬂect on the severity of an injury but allows the vet some privacy and the horse the opportunity in a calm environment, in which to make a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse!

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

FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

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

Stewards

Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)

John Wilson (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Michael Eyre Margaret Groves, Robert McCarthy

Lauren Thomson

Starters

Stuart Turner Robert Supple

Judge

Di Clark

Clerk of the Scales

Michael Roberts

Veterinary Officer

Arthur Kidd

Veterinary Surgeons

John Morris, Will Marshall, John Marshall

Medical Officers

Lindsey Donaldson, Andy Maylon, Anthony Hampston, Suzy Gibson

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers, Jim Bonar, Linda Porter, Tracey Hamilton, Cyril Johnstone, Michelle Maughan, Lisa Cook

Handicapper

Chris Nash

Commentator

Gareth Topham

Betting Ring Manager

Darren Irving

Managing Director

David Brown

Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Graeme Anderson - 07768 651261 - @ClerkAyr

Raceday Operations Manager Ross Donald - 07724 903819 rdonald@ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Raceday Safeguarding Officer Mark Gajic - 07789 981089

First Race 1.30 - THE SLATER MENSWEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187 the fourth £1094 and the ﬁfth £545 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £79 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £63 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025 for each hurdle race won 7lb. SLATER MENSWEAR have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & jockey and will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in the race. 17 entries at £79 - Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £7270; Second £3634; Third £1818; Fourth £909; Fifth £454 (Penalty Value £9505.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.05 - THE ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING LTD MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8168 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1880 and the fourth £941. for maiden four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares only Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb. ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 6 entries at £60. - Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6259; Second £3130; Third £1564; Fourth £783 (Penalty Value £8168.46)

SEE PAGE 35 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.40 - THE GET HOME SAFE WITH THISTLE CABS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, the third £1944, the fourth £972 and the ﬁfth £484 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher or £13 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £57 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. THISTLE CABS GROUP has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 34 entries at £70 - Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6462; Second £3230; Third £1616; Fourth £808; Fifth £403 (Penalty Value £8449.60)

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.15 - THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25720 to the winning horse The second to receive £11825 the third £5915 the fourth £2955, the fifth £1480, the sixth £735, the seventh £370 and the eighth £185 for 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 9th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025 for each steeple chase won 5lb. THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY GROUP LTD has generously sponsored this race. The Hillhouse Quarry Group Ltd will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom. In addition, 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 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 22 entries, 4 at £50 and 18 at £250Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £19640; Second £9820; Third £4910; Fourth £2455; Fifth £1225; Sixth £615; Seventh £305; Eighth £155 (Penalty Value £25720) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.50 - THE SEKO LOGISTICS SCOTLAND NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8185 to the winning horse The second to receive £3766 the third £1883, the fourth £942 and the ﬁfth £469 for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £65 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £51 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). SEKO LOGISTICS SCOTLAND has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a memento will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £65. - Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6260; Second £3129; Third £1566; Fourth £783; Fifth £391. (Penalty Value £8185.55) SEE PAGE 53 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.25 - THE CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16338 to the winning horse The second to receive £7527, the third £3762 and the fourth £1884 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. CORAL 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 20 entries, 2 at £30 and 18 at £150 - Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £12519; Second £6261; Third £3129; Fourth £1566. (Penalty Value £16338) SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.58 - THE JARDINE UTILITIES RACE TO REPAIR ‘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). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 29th, 2025 for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Amateur Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible to ride who, prior to November 1st, 2024, 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 8th, 2025 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 November 1st, 2024). Jardine Utilities 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. 27 entries, 1 at £8 and 26 at £40 - Closed April 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A SEE PAGE 64 FOR THIS RACE.

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