Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Saturday 9th April

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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN SATURDAY 9 APRIL 2022

Good Afternoon.

I’m thrilled to be able to welcome you to todays Bangor-on-Dee Races Grand National Celebration meeting. Today, we get to enjoy the thrills of racing at both Bangor-on-Dee as well as the iconic Grand National.

Today’s racing will begin with our first race, the JCL Insurance Brokers Handicap Hurdle Race at 1:55pm. All eyes today will be on our two Steeple Chases at 2:33pm and 3:43pm with prizes of £10,400 each. Finally, today’s meeting will be brought to a close with the Watch The Grand National At 5:15 Junior National Hunt Flat Race.

Today, we’ll be keeping all of our hospitality areas open later than usual to allow guests the opportunity to watch the Randox Grand National Handicap Chase live on TV screens around the restaurants.

Our thanks go out to today’s sponsors - JCL Insurance Brokers, Weatherbys, Alfa Aggregate Products, Wilsons Accident Repair and Brooke Rankin & Co. Your support is greatly appreciated by everyone here at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse.

The next meeting here at Bangor-on-Dee is on Saturday 14 May. As well as our racing, we’ll also be hosting our much-loved Family Fun Day with a range of activities availabile to young kids on the Open Course which are included in your ticket price. We hope you’ll join us again then.

Richard Aston Chairman

CONTENTS

& TODAY’S RACING

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FACILITIES AT THE RACECOURSE Your guide to facilities around Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD How to understand the racing pages throughout the racecard BANGOR-ON-DEE COURSE FACTS & STATS A look at the in-form Trainers and Jockeys racing at Bangor-on-Dee today TODAY’S TOP TIPS Selections for every race today TODAY’S OFFICIALS The list of Officials for racing at Bangor-on-Dee today AINTREE

1.45PM

(CLASS 1) (GRADE 3) (GBB RACE)

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1ST RACE

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AINTREE

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2ND RACE 2.33PM

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AINTREE

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3RD RACE 3.08PM

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AINTREE

1.55PM

THE JCL INSURANCE HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 5)

2.25PM

THE BETWAY MERSEY NOVICES’ HURDLE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 1) (GBB RACE) THE WEATHERBYS NHSTALLIONS.CO.UK HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 4)

3.00PM

THE POUNDLAND MAGHULL NOVICES’ CHASE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 1) (GBB RACE) ALFA AGGREGATE PRODUCTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 5)

3.35PM

THE JRL GROUP LIVERPOOL HURDLE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 1) (GBB RACE)

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4TH RACE

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AINTREE

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THE EFT CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP HURDLE

3.43PM

THE WILSONS ACCIDENT REPAIR CLIVE CLIFTON MEMORIAL TROPHY NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

4.15PM

THE BETWAY HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 3) (GBB RACE)

5TH RACE

4.22PM

THE BROOKE RANKIN MAIDEN HURDLE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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6TH RACE

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AINTREE

4.52PM

THE WATCH THE GRAND NATIONAL @ 5.15 “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)

5.15PM

THE RANDOX GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 1) (GRADE 3) (GBB RACE)

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

The Directors of Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse thank our sponsors for their generous sponsorship today.

JCL INSURANCE WILSONS ACCIDENT REPAIR BROOKE RANKIN

RACECOURSE CODE OF CONDUCT As part of our joint commitment to each other and the communities in which we operate, all racegoers should be aware of the Code of Conduct before entering a racecourse: For your safety and the safety of others, please make sure to observe the following whilst at our Racecourse: • If you’re travelling to the racecourse via public transport, please ensure you adhere to the relevant guidance.

• Do not travel to the racecourse if you have any Covid-19 symptoms as entry will be denied.

• For the safety of other racegoers and racecourse staff, please consider wearing a face covering in busy indoor areas.

• Regularly wash your hands, use hand sanitizer and avoid touching your face and dispose of any used tissues appropriately.

• Familiarise yourself with your entry point [entry time] and location of amenities within the racecourse • Some racecourses may choose to operate a cashless event. On-course bookmakers/pool betting operators may accept cash.

• Enjoy the vast amounts of space around the racecourse and avoid congregating in busy areas (for example, along the rail or by the Winning Post).

• Make sure all walkways, corridors and doorways etc are clear before you walk through.

• Follow all signage and the instructions of staff, officials or any emergency service personnel present at the racecourse.

• Do not try to access areas of the racecourse apart the area detailed on your ticket.

• Make sure other members of your group have read and understood these guidelines.

Thank you so much for your support and co-operation.

We hope you have a wonderful day with us at the races.

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Bangor Bar

Coach and Car Park

Paddock Restaurant

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Wynnstay Restaurant

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Food Court

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Racecard Point

First Aid

Baby Changing Facilities

Accessible Toilets

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Bangor Sport Betting Shop

Tote Betting Kiosk

Bookmaker

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FAMILY

FUN 14 MAY 22 Does your little one love superheroes?

Why not bring them to Bangor-on-Dee on Saturday 14th May for our superhero themed Family Funday!

Open Course activities include: Superhero best fancy-dress competition Meet & Greet your favourite superhero Superhero themed arts & crafts Plus lots of fun activities that will be announced soon

Tickets & hospitality packages now on sale at: bangorondeeraces.co.uk

HOW TO BET WITH A

RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET

STRAIGHT

Win only

EACH WAY

A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board.

This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.

STANDARD TERMS FOR 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 5 runners – all to win · 5-7 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2 · 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3 · Handicaps with 12-15 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3 · Handicaps with 16 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4

AWAY BETTING Many bookmakers will also take bets at the other race meetings today. They offer a comprehensive service, including bets settled TAX FREE at Starting Price (S.P.)

BETTING WITHOUT THE FAVOURITE At reduced odds you can back a horse and collect if it wins or runs second to the horse nominated by the bookmaker as favourite.

PLACING YOUR BET Shop around for the best odds against your selection. When you have decided on where to place your bet, state the number of your chosen horse and the stake, for example “number 4, £2 win”. Listen to the bookmaker repeat the number of the horse and the stake to his/her clerk and hand your stake to the bookmaker. You will then be given an itemised receipt that gives details of the bet and shows potential winnings. You should keep this ticket safe.

COLLECTING YOUR WINNINGS If your selection wins (or, in the case of a place bet, is placed), hand the ticket back to the bookmaker for settlement. NEVER destroy your ticket until after the “Weighed In” announcement has been made. There may still be a Stewards’ Enquiry and the first past the post, or placed horses, may be disqualified. On rare occasions even the horse coming fourth has been awarded the race. You may bet with confidence with any bookmaker as they have all been approved by the Administration of Gambling on Tracks Ltd, which administers the betting rings at each of Britain’s 60 racecourses. The AGT also offers a full late pay service, in case a bookmaker leaves the course before you have collected your winnings.

Late pay claims should be sent to AGT, 3A Kings Hall,Parsons Green, St Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY. Tel: 01480 499180 In the unlikely event that no independent bookmaker turns up to service either end of the racecourse (Bangor and Overton car parks), Bangor Sport will be able to service all betting requirements. Bangor Sport will offer to either ‘take the price’ or use the SP as a means of settling any bet. We will endeavour to show all races (including all those from away courses) on screens at either end of the course. If you have any queries, please ask a member of staff for help.

READING

THE RACECARD

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR 1

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4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) B g Oscar (IRE) - Lisa’s Storm (IRE) Owner: Mr C Trembath & Mr R Hyde Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport Breeder: Tom and P. Phelan Sponsor: Chanelle

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Patrick Corbett (7)

Colours: PURPLE and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves and cap.

Form: 2F1-311 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Sold for £100,000 after winning Irish point in April and dug deep when off the mark under Rules in a Chepstow bumper. Added to that on hurdling bow back there last month and looks a useful prospect.

Star Rating★★★★✩ Official BHA Rating -

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Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing

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Horse’s number on saddlecloth

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Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - filly Ro - Roan m - mare

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Horse’s name

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Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

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Number of day’s since horse last ran

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Age of horse

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Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

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Owner’s Name(s)

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12. Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment 13. Owner’s Colours description

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14. Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season - denotes new year C - The horse has won on this racecourse D - The horse has won over this distance CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run 15. A guide to the horse’s recentform and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

16. Jockey’s Name. If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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COURSE FACTS & STATS

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A left-handed track of approximately one mile three furlongs in circumference. There are nine relatively easy fences per circuit and a run-in of 325 yards. Three tight turns make the course somewhat sharp in nature TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2017-2022) WITH RUNNERS: D MCCAIN (65 wins from 302 runners, 22%) runs TARAGRACE and BEACH BREAK (1.55), CENOTICE (2.33), BOB’S BAR (3.43), DEDANSER (4.22), TRICK OF THE TAIL and SPIRIT OF REGULUS and LOVIN JUKEBOX and ISLEBRIAND (4.52).

J CANDLISH (14 wins from 87 runners, 16%) runs FOLLOW YOUR FIRE (1.55).

O MURPHY (13 wins from 78 runners, 17%) runs TIGERBYTHETAIL (4.22).

BIG RACE

CONNECTIONS 1. DONALD MCCAIN 1

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2. BRIAN HUGHES

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: FERGAL O’BRIEN (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs AJAY’S WAYS (3.08).

DR R NEWLAND (5 wins from 19 runners, 26%) runs KATPOLI (2.33), SHETLAND BUS (3.43).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs THE KNIPHAND (4.52).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2017-2022) WITH RIDES: BRIAN HUGHES (40 wins from 178 rides, 22%) rides TARAGRACE (1.55), COSTLY DIAMOND (2.33), DARANOVA (3.08), DAWN RAIDER (3.43), DEDANSER (4.22), SPIRIT OF REGULUS (4.52).

WILL KENNEDY (16 wins from 92 rides, 17%) rides AJAY’S WAYS (3.08).

LEE EDWARDS (9 wins from 85 rides, 11%) rides MAISIEBELLA (1.55), ON THE PLATFORM (3.08), SHETLAND BUS (3.43).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: BRIAN HUGHES (6 wins from 42 rides, 14%) rides listed above.

CHARLIE HAMMOND (3 wins from 12 rides, 25%) rides VINTAGE FIZZ (1.55), KATPOLI (2.33), HARRY DU BERLAIS (3.43), LADY ALEX (4.52).

DAVID NOONAN (3 wins from 18 rides, 17%) rides AR MEST (2.33), MISTER BARCLAY (4.52).

WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.55 CLASSIC TUNE (won off 89 down 3lb to 86); BEACH BREAK (won off 123 down 18lb to 105); 2.33 INSTANT REPLAY (won off 115 down 5lb to 110); CENOTICE (won off 125 down 11lb to 114); 3.08 FAMILY POT (won off 88 down 3lb to 85).

CLASSY TIPS The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.55 TARAGRACE (down 3 grades); 2.33 CENOTICE (down 2 grades); 3.08 METHODTOTHEMADNESS (down 2 grades).

STABLE MOVES 3.13 KILLINEY COURT has moved from P Rowley to M Rowley.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th March.

LEADING TRAINER & JOCKEYS LEADING TRAINERS & JOCKEYS Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse will be rewarding the most successful trainer and jockey during the 2021-22 season.

CURRENT STANDINGS FOR LEADING TRAINER AND JOCKEY AWARDS 2021-22 JOCKEYS BRIAN HUGHES AIDAN COLEMAN SEAN BOWEN THEO GILLARD SEAN QUINLAN

1ST 8 6 2 3 2

2ND 6

TRAINERS DONALD MCCAIN ALASTAIR RALPH OLIVER GREENALL GARY HAMMER OLLY MURPHY

1ST 10 3 2 3 5

2ND 8 3 3 3

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3RD 4 2 6 2 1

4TH 2

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PTS 142 68 51 49 46

3RD 6 4 5 2 2

4TH 5 3 2 2 1

PTS 189 73 65 63 60

POINTS ARE AWARDED AS FOLLOWS: 1st 10 points, 2nd 7 points, 3rd 4 points, 4th 2 points.

2021-22 LEADING JOCKEY Brian Hughes

2021-22 LEADING TRAINER Donald McCain

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RACE 1

DID YOU KNOW

TODAY’S TOP TIPS All but one of Finn Lambert’s seven victories in the saddle have come for Nigel Twiston-Davies and they team up with The Kniphand in the finale at 4.52. The newcomer is the only runner on the card for the dual Grand National-winning trainer, who has a 25% strike-rate with his bumper runners here in the last five years.

Oliver Greenall and Toby Wynne teamed up for success at Southwell earlier in the week, and they come here with a huge chance in the shape of LUCKY LOVER BOY. The son of Teofilo bounced back to form with a good fourth at Carlisle on his latest start, and he may be ready to take advantage of a sliding handicap mark. Donald McCain saddles Beach Break and Taragrace, and they both appear to have solid claims.

RACE 2

WIN: LUCKY LOVER BOY

KATPOLI has run with credit in some strong contests this season, and now sits 16lb below his last winning mark. His trainer Richard Newland has been in great form, and his seven-year-old can provide him with more success. Ecume Atlantique made the switch from France to Richard Bandey and won first time up at Wetherby, coming off a 464-day break, so should have more to offer. C&D winner Twotwothree is expected to be on the premises too.

RACE 3

WIN: KATPOLI

DANGER: ECUME ATLANTIQUE

DARANOVA made a solid start for Gary Hanmer when filling the runner-up spot at Warwick.

The winner of that race was set to follow up from 8lb higher at Uttoxeter before falling at the last, which gives a solid look to the form, while the step up in trip should benefit the selection too. On The Platform is expected to run another bold race, while top-weight Methodtothemadness can also be involved, with Patrick Wadge claiming a handy 10lb.

WIN: DARANOVA

RACE 4

DANGER: TARAGRACE

DANGER: ON THE PLATFORM

DAWN RAIDER has been an excellent servant for Gary Hanmer in recent weeks, winning back-to-back races before running a solid second at Newcastle. Up 2lb for that, he might still have enough in the tank to take this contest. Harry Du Berlais was a winner between the flags so it’s interesting he switches from novice hurdles straight into handicap company over fences, while Bitasweetsymphony could be better for the return to this trip.

RACE 5

DANGER: HARRY DU BERLAIS

IN OUR DREAMS filled the runner-up spot in a couple of races at Ludlow last summer and though his more recent exploits have been below that level, they have come on soft ground. A sounder surface should play to his strengths, which is possibly not the case for Dedanser, who was said to be unsuited by the good going at Newcastle. He would have every chance if there’s rain, though the biggest threat to the selection could be recent Wincanton third Tigerbythetail.

WIN: IN OUR DREAMS DANGER: TIGERBYTHETAIL

RACE 6

WIN: DAWN RAIDER

Bel Fondo is the only horse with experience but she was beaten a long way on debut. Lady Alex is related to a winner in this sphere and is interesting, while Sworn To Be Free is out of a bumper winner and could go well too. Donald McCain appears to hold a very strong hand, with Islebriand, Lovin Jukebox and Trick Of The Tail offering ample support to SPIRIT OF REGULUS. The 64,000-euro purchase is out of a Grade 1-winning hurdler in France and looks the one to side with.

WIN: SPIRIT OF REGULUS DANGER: LADY ALEX

AINTREE 1.45 for four yrs old and upwards

Total race value £75000

THE EFT CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) No

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BEAUPORT (IRE) (21)

B g Califet (FR) - Byerley Beauty (IRE)

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THIRD WIND (GB) (23)

B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Act Three

J’AI FROID (IRE) (49)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Park Wave (IRE)

CHRISTOPHER WOOD (IRE) (24)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Surf The Web (IRE)

DANS LE VENT (FR) (24)

B g Skins Game - Boreade (FR)

Adam Wedge

7 11 6

Owner: Ms Sharon Kinsella Colours: BLACK, RED sleeves, Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford BLACK spots.

Breeder: Airlie Stud Form: 346226 Sponsor: Faucets Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Winless this term but he did run right up to his best when runner-up in class 2 handicap at Ascot (19.2f) in February. Not disgraced sixth in Coral Cup subsequently but this step up to 3m not sure to suit.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 142

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Tom O’Brien

9 11 7

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Owner: Mrs K. Bromley Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds seams, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE Breeder: Patricia and Marie Keating cap, RED diamonds.

Form: 112-354 TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a highly productive hurdles campaign last term, landing 4 staying handicaps prior to finishing runner-up in this race final start. Has displayed some promise over fences in recent months but interesting connections’ return to hurdling from Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143 what remains a workable mark.

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Jordan Nailor (3)

8 11 10

Owner: Mouse Hamilton-Fairley Colours: BLACK, PINK cross belts, Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley armlets and star on cap.

Breeder: Mrs Mouse Hamilton-Fairley Form: 1P-0331 Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who landed a Grade 2 last term and right back to very best when landing Pertemps Final at Cheltenham (3m) last month, well served by the emphasis on stamina. 5lb higher now but no reason why he won’t give another good account.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 146

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Jockey

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Owner: Bryan & Philippa Burrough Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd cap.

Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd Form: 31-2221 TIMEFORM VIEW Won the EBF Final at Sandown last March and improved further this campaign, filling runners-up spot 3 times prior to deservedly resuming winning ways at Uttoxeter (20f) 3 weeks (pulling long way clear with runner-up). Has to be of interest again from 6lb higher mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 148

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3M 149Y

Harry Bannister

9 11 5

Owner: R J Gambarini Racing Colours: PINK, PURPLE epaulets, Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan striped sleeves, PURPLE and PINK Breeder: C. Laval, J. Laval & A. Larrieu hooped cap.

Sponsor: Office Visions (Wales) Ltd Form: 214530 TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged valuable 3m Haydock handicap in November and again ran well when third behind Green Book at Sandown (23.5f) in February. Never in the mix in the Coral Cup latest but he ran well in a Grade 3 handicap over shorter at this meeting Isabel Williams (3) 12 months ago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 141

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MILL GREEN (GB) (23)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Ceilidh Royal

10 11 4

Owner: Mrs Rita Brown Colours: ROYAL BLUE and WHITE Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Mrs Rita Brown Form: 0-1FU23 Sponsor: Unibet TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly low-mileage 10-y-o who scored over fences at Ffos Las back in May and arrives here in good order, career-best display when third in Pertemps Final at Cheltenham last month. Should give another good account from 2lb higher.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 140

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SAINT D’OROUX (FR) (35)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Benghasi (FR)

Nico de Boinville

6 11 4

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, Breeder: Mr Pascal-Raphael Ambrogi EMERALD GREEN spots.

Form: 230-012 TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for his new yard, landing 21f Kelso handicap before excellent second in the Morebattle Hurdle (2m) back at that venue last month, staying on well. Does have a career-high mark to contend with now, though. Up in trip.

Mr Ben Bromley (7) Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 140

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WINTER FOG (IRE) (23)

B g Papal Bull - Banphrionsa (IRE) Owner: Mr P. Byrne Trainer: Emmet Mullins, Ireland Breeder: Paddy O’Leary

8 11 3

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, LIGHT BLUE and PINK striped cap.

Form: 051-424 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 8-y-o who landed a Limerick maiden (19.2f) 12 months ago and much-improved in handicaps for new yard, impressing with change of pace to get into contention when fourth in last month’s Pertemps Final. Remains unexposed and shortlisted.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 139

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ILIKEDWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) (22)8 11

B g Yeats (IRE) - Sway (FR)

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Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: 011306

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser at his best who proved he’s still a force in this sphere when 9 lengths sixth in last month’s Martin Pipe. Eased 1lb subsequently but he may just prove vulnerable to some less exposed sorts once more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 137

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IF THE CAP FITS (IRE) (23)

B g Milan - Derravaragh Sayra (IRE)

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WHATSNOTOKNOW (IRE) (23) 7

B g Mahler - Whos To Know (IRE)

Daryl Jacob

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Owner: R. A. Scott Trainer: M. F. Morris, Ireland Breeder: Redmond Barry

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ORANGE stars and cap.

Form: 35U540 TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a long losing run, but hard to knock his efforts in ultracompetitive handicaps at Leopardstown/Cheltenham (both at 3m) in recent months.

Cannot be ruled out for each-way purposes.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 136

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Darragh O’Keeffe

8 10 13

EMITOM (IRE) (49)

B g Gold Well - Avenging Angel (IRE)

13

COEUR SEREIN (IRE) (23)

B g Fame And Glory - Balvenie (IRE)

8 10 13

14

WHIRLING DERVISH (GB) (34)

B g Camelot - Synergy (FR)

Owner: GGG Partnership Trainer: J. F. Levins, Ireland Breeder: Wood Hall Stud

7 10 11

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop and armlets, check cap.

Form: 5-0PPU4

TIMEFORM VIEW Backed up his much-improved Thurles success when fifth in this race 12 months ago but he arrives here having been out of sorts over hurdles/fences in recent months. Others more persuasive despite reduced mark.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 133

15

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

REMASTERED (GB) (77)

9 10 11

Owner: Brocade Racing Colours: RED and PURPLE Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, RED Breeder: Elms Stud Co Ltd & G. Peck cap.

Sponsor: W & S Recycling Form: 15-3F24 TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser who comes here on back of fair fourth in Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock. Had wind op and shouldn’t be underestimated now reverted to hurdles off a much lower mark with yard going along very nicely.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 133

Tom Scudamore

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Ch g Network (GER) - Cathodine Cayras (FR)

Ricky Doyle

AWAY RACING

Owner: Andy Ralph Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham diabolo, PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE Breeder: Seamus Kennedy cap, PINK diamond.

Sponsor: Wasdell Group Form: 4F4220 D TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser who ran well considering he was caught up in early interference when eighth in the Pertemps Final on his latest outing. Mark goes unchanged and he should give another good account. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/3/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered post race heat stress.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 135

AWAY RACING

Owner: The Spero Partnership Ltd Colours: MAROON, ORANGE Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn diamond, diamonds on sleeves, Breeder: Arctic Tack Stud MAROON cap, ORANGE diamond.

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd Form: 6P-232P TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler in his pomp but he’s failed to convince over fences/ hurdles this campaign, in trouble some way out when pulled up in Grade 2 Rendlesham at Haydock (24.2f, heavy) in February. Others make greater appeal.

Rachael Blackmore Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 135

AWAY RACING

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and Breeder: Liam Gilsenan EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited Form: 0-20456 CD TIMEFORM VIEW Really smart hurdler/chaser at his best who wasn’t disgraced when sixth in the Pertemps at Cheltenham last month, albeit only really making late gains.

Blinkers again the headgear of choice but others appeal more for win purposes.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 137

11

Mark Walsh

AWAY RACING

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Gavin Cromwell, Ireland Breeder: Mrs Noreen McManus

P. Townend

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SERIOUS CHARGES (IRE) (21)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - South West Nine (IRE)

5 10 11

Owner: Potwell Racing Syndicate III Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster cross belts, RED sleeves, ROYAL Breeder: Mrs L. A. Nesbitt BLUE armlets and star on RED cap.

Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk Form: 2-2111 TIMEFORM VIEW Very promising sort who continues to go from strength-to-strength, completing hat-trick on handicap debut with ease at Uttoxeter (23.3f) last month.

Handicapper has reacted with 13lb rise but this low-mileage sort shouldn’t be underesStar RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 133 timated.

17

THE COB (IRE) (23)

B g Let The Lion Roar - Millenium Love (IRE)

8 10 10

FLASH THE STEEL (IRE) (35)

B or Br g Craigsteel - Anna’s Melody (IRE)

10 10 10

PARTY BUSINESS (IRE) (22)

B g Shantou (USA) - Marias Dream (IRE)

6 10 10

Owner: Eventmasters Racing Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch RED and BLACK hooped sleeves, Breeder: R. Cody BLACK and RED hooped cap.

Sponsor: Eventmasters Ltd Form: 2-01F55 TIMEFORM VIEW Landed an Ascot maiden hurdle (21.6f) in December and having shaped better than form figures suggest next 2 starts he ran a cracker without being seen to anything like best effect when fifth in the Martin Pipe last time, coming home strongly. One to bear in mind.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 132

20 BUSHYPARK (IRE) (78) B g Le Fou (IRE) - Aztec Pearl

8 10 9

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

Sean Bowen

6 10 6

Owner: Mrs T. P. James Colours: PINK, LIGHT BLUE hoops Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope and armlets.

Breeder: Mr David McHugh Form: 41-1220 Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back handicap hurdles last spring and improved further in defeat thereafter, pulling clear with another low-mileage sort when second over 20f here in December. May of found Newbury coming too quick later that month but freshened up since and he’s completely unexposed at 3m. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 128

Stan Sheppard

AWAY RACING

Owner: The Gosden Mob Colours: MAUVE and WHITE Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe check, WHITE sleeves, MAUVE Breeder: M. C. and Mrs Yeo armlets.

Sponsor: Citipost Form: 00-3523 TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice hurdle winner at Ascot in 2019 who ran best race for present yard when runner-up at Taunton (19f) in January. Not disgraced when third at Wincanton (21.3f) subsequently and he’s worth a crack at this longer trip. Cheekpieces fitted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

22 POUNDING POET (IRE) (101)

Thomas Dowson

AWAY RACING

MASTER DEBONAIR (GB) (49)

Br g Yeats (IRE) - Swincombe Flame

Charlie Todd (3)

8 10 10

Owner: Mr P. Kirby Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond seams, halved sleeves, DARK Breeder: Tommy James GREEN cap.

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd Form: 101-13P TIMEFORM VIEW Completed superb 5-timer over hurdles last term and scored readily on his Kelso chasing debut/return. Poor twice since however, finishing tamely on both occasions but given a break ahead of this switch back to hurdling.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 132

21

Harry Skelton

AWAY RACING

Owner: Mr John J Reilly Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester seams, WHITE sleeves, DARK Breeder: Richard Eustace GREEN armlets, ORANGE cap.

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Form: 0/2F1-PP TIMEFORM VIEW Career-best effort when landing Newbury handicap (20.5f) in November 2020. Missed all of last year and pulled up both starts upon returning, albeit not given a hard time when out of contention at Kelso recently. Still, this a tough enough ask on balance.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 132

19

Kielan Woods

AWAY RACING

Colours: DARK BLUE, EMERALD Owner: The Cob Nuts GREEN hoop, chevrons on sleeves, Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Breeder: Second Chance Syndicate EMERALD GREEN cap.

10-2P4P Sponsor: Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner last season (latterly at Grade 3 level) and performed with credit on 2 of his 4 starts this term, fourth in competitive Sandown handicap (23.5f) on penultimate run. However, needs to shrug off a lesser display at Cheltenham latest. Blinkers go on.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 132

18

Rex Dingle

AWAY RACING

16

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22

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Blinkers worn first time by No. 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 21.

Hood worn by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 10, 13. Visor worn by No. 3.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 14.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 15.

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1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: HOMETOWN BOY (IRE) 6 11 0 Ciaran Gethings 6-1 (Stuart Edmunds) 19 ran

AWAY RACING

The Result

PLAY SMARTER

AWAY RACING

Betting Forecast: 9-1 Winter Fog (IRE), 10-1 Serious Charges (IRE), 11-1 Beauport (IRE), 12-1 Third Wind (GB), 14-1 J’Ai Froid (IRE), Remastered (GB), Party Business (IRE), 16-1 Mill Green (GB), 18-1 Dans Le Vent (FR), 22-1 Saint d’Oroux (FR), Whatsnotoknow (IRE), Pounding Poet (IRE), 25-1 Ilikedwayurthinkin (IRE), Master Debonair (GB), 28-1 If The Cap Fits (IRE), Coeur Serein (IRE), Flash The Steel (IRE), 33-1 Christopher Wood (IRE), 40-1 Whirling Dervish (GB), Bushypark (IRE), 50-1 The Cob (IRE), 66-1 Emitom (IRE)

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AWAY RACING

Race Summary: A smashing staying handicap to kick off the card with the vote in favour of WINTER FOG. A low-mileage 8-y-o, he ran his best race yet when fourth in last month’s Pertemps Final at Cheltenham, impressing with his move into contention. He’s on a handy mark, and a strong pace to aim at will suit, so he looks sure to go well. Party Business was a big eyecatcher himself at the Festival and is feared, along with upwardly-mobile pair Serious Charges and Beauport. Punting Poet appeals each-way.

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Total race value £7100

THE JCL INSURANCE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

1

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3485 to the winning horse The second to receive £1605, the third £802, the fourth £401, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. JCL Insurance have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 40 entries at £30. - Closed April 4th, 2022 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2671; Second £1336; Third £668; Fourth £334; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £3485.44)

No

1

Horse

VINTAGE FIZZ (GB) (25)

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

Age

st

lb

Jockey

5 11 13

Owner: Manor House Racing Colours: MAROON, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn seams and sleeves, WHITE cap.

Breeder: Mr W. Kinsey Form: 5-463F2 Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Gradual improver over hurdles, running his best race yet despite a late error when keeping on for second at Sedgefield (19.8f) in March. Remains unexposed and fancied to feature. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/3/2022 it was reported that Charlie Hammond the horse suffered interference in running. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106

2

BEACH BREAK (GB) (21)

B g Cacique (IRE) - Wemyss Bay

8 11 12

Colours: YELLOW, RED hooped Owner: Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley sleeves.

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd Form: 265450 CD Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Largely struggled to make an impact over hurdles during second half of 2021 but did run with credit a couple of times on Flat around the turn of the year.

However, again well held over hurdles on latest start last month.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

3

LUCKY LOVER BOY (IRE) (20)

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Mayonga (IRE)

Theo Gillard (3)

7 11 10

Owner: The Lucky Lovers Partnership Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE Trainer: Oliver Greenall, Malpas spots, sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Frank Dunne Form: 0/00-004 C Sponsor: Swansway, Smartplanner TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/multiple hurdles winner earlier in career who has plummeted in weights and ran best race for a while when fourth in 13-runner Carlisle handicap (17f) 3 weeks ago. Possible he can build on that now.

Mr Toby Wynne (7) Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

4

NOT SURE (IRE) (81)

Br g Presenting - Pink Mist (IRE)

6 11 9

Owner: Mr Will Roseff Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE star, Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne PURPLE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, Breeder: R. Tanner PURPLE cap.

Sponsor: Horseracing.Net Form: 244-03P TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a bumper. Fair form over hurdles last spring but he hasn’t been in the same form in a trio of handicaps so far this campaign, pulled up at Exeter (18.5f) in January. Mark has eased further.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

5

TARAGRACE (IRE) (14)

B m Presenting - Seekayclaire (IRE)

6 11 8

Owner: Mr Warwick Ryan-Beswick Colours: GREY, MAROON star, Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley MAROON sleeves, GREY stars, Breeder: Michael & John O’Doherty MAROON cap.

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Form: 564114 TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to land pair of novice handicap hurdles at up to 17f since the turn of the year but unable to complete the hat-trick tackling a class 2 handicap at Kelso (2m) 2 weeks ago. Return to calmer waters rates an obvious plus.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 101

6

FOLLOW YOUR FIRE (IRE) (25) 7

B g Le Fou (IRE) - Jollie Bollie (IRE)

Brian Hughes

11 2

Owner: Jennie Candlish & Jillian McKeown Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek braces, WHITE and DARK BLUE Breeder: David Roche hooped sleeves.

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd Form: 302343 D TIMEFORM VIEW Regained winning thread at Hexham (2m) back in June and largely consistent since, running well to finish third on back of 5 months off at Sedgefield (19.8f) in March. Remains on last winning mark and likely to go well again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

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Richard Patrick

Ciaran Gethings

7

7 11

ATJIMA (IRE) (30)

B m Mahler - Qui Plus Est (FR)

1

Owner: Mr Nick Viney Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE star, Trainer: Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple RED sleeves, RED and WHITE Breeder: John Edwards hooped cap.

Sponsor: Hartnoll Hotel Form: 1-0660 TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who has shaped with definite promise in mares’ novice/maiden hurdles in recent months, midfield in 15-runner event at Wincanton (15.2f) latest. Very much the type to do better now handicapping up in trip.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 94

8

LINE OF DESCENT (IRE) (95)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Joys of Spring (IRE)

4 11 0

Owner: Jim and Claire Limited Colours: MAROON and BEIGE Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn (quartered), hooped sleeves, BEIGE Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum cap, MAROON star.

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd Form: 43 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 3/4m). Acquired by new yard for135,000 gns in October and promise when fourth in 9-runner juvenile hurdle at Newbury (2m) in December. Not in same form at Hereford next time but still early days and gets handy 4-y-o allowance on handicap bow.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 103

9

MAISIEBELLA (GB) (30)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Lucylou (IRE) Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke Trainer: John Groucott, Much Wenlock Breeder: R. and J. Micklethwait

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

Form: 0044/-02

CLASSIC TUNE (GB) (70)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Classic Fantasy

Lee Edwards

12 10 7

Colours: DARK BLUE, DARK BLUE Owner: Mr D. J. Dyson Trainer: Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove and RED diabolo on sleeves, RED Breeder: Sandicroft Stud cap.

Sponsor: Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD Form: 40-6630 D TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who returned to form from reduced mark when third at Southwell (20.4f) in January, edged out close home. Proved too free when last of 15 at Uttoxeter since but form is up and down in any case. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/1/2022 it was reported that the horse hung badly left handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

12

Chris Ward (5)

9 10 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage mare who was all the better for her belated return in February when just failing to reel in re-opposing Taragrace at Carlisle (17f) in March.

Return to further a plus on that evidence. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

11

Caoilin Quinn (7)

Mr Keith Jones Colours: ORANGE, BROWN Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley chevron and armlets.

Val & Angela Leeson Form: 6/-04006 Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in 3 starts over hurdles for current yard and easy enough to look elsewhere for all his mark is easing all the time.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

10

1

6 10 10

ROBEAM (IRE) (18)

B g Helmet (AUS) - Secret Flame Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Alan Johns

Cillin Leonard (5)

BOYS OF WEXFORD (GB) (33) 5 10 4

B g Millenary - Floradorado Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mr R. G. Whitehead Henry Oliver, Abberley T. C. Dawson Tote

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets.

Form: 20000P

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points. Showed a bit when seventh of 15 in 2m Warwick novice in November but not scaled same heights all 3 starts since. Not the easiest to weigh up.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

13

RICHARDSON (GB) (335)

Ch g Kirkwall - Makeover

James Davies

7 10 3

Owner: Mr Gordon Kendrick Colours: ORANGE, MAROON sash.

Trainer: John Groucott, Much Wenlock Form: 61060-5 D Breeder: G. D. Kendrick Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Found some improvement when off the mark in 2 1/2m Uttoxeter handicap (heavy) in December 2020. However, not in anything like the same form in handful of starts thereafter last year. Returns from 11 months off now. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/5/2021 it was Tabitha Worsley (3) Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 82 reported that the horse lost a shoe.

14

MONEY FOR JAM (IRE) (123)

B g Westerner - She’s All Talk (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Ashton & Gittins Sam Allwood, Whitchurch T. Breen & P. J. O’Gorman Allwood Horse Transport

5 10 0

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE hoops, armlets and cap.

Form: 4-0P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth only start in points and offered little all 3 starts in novice/maiden hurdles. Hard to fancy operating from out of the weights on handicap debut.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 73

Charlie Price (3)

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NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 11.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 9.

The Result

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1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: DAN GUN (IRE) 7 11 4 Harry Skelton 13-8 (Dan Skelton) 13 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Line of Descent (IRE), 11-2 Taragrace (IRE), 7-1 Vintage Fizz (GB), 9-1 Maisiebella (GB), 11-1 Lucky Lover Boy (IRE), Follow Your Fire (IRE), 12-1 Atjima (IRE), 14-1 Beach Break (GB), 20-1 Classic Tune (GB), 22-1 Not Sure (IRE), Boys of Wexford (GB), 25-1 Richardson (GB), 40-1 Robeam (IRE), 66-1 Money For Jam (IRE) Race Summary: A competitive opener with a chance taken on ATJIMA. A fair winner in bumpers, she’s shaped with definite promise in mares’maiden/novice hurdles and promises to do even better still now handicapping/up in trip from a workable opening mark. 4-y-o Line of Descent, Vintage Fizz and Taragrace head up the dangers.

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THE BETWAY MERSEY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

No

1

Horse

CAPTAIN CONBY (IRE) (44)

Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Viking Gold

Age

st

2M 4F

lb

Jockey

5 11 4

Owner: O’Reilly Buller Partnership Trainer: E. Sheehy, Ireland Breeder: Danny Doran

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, striped cap.

Form: 20-1F13 D BF TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed again to gain swift compensation for his December mishap when landing 6-runner novice in good style at Punchestown in January. Good third up in grade at Thurles (20.7f) since but this asks for more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 137

2

COLONEL MUSTARD (FR) (22)

Ch g Makfi - Waldblume (GER)

7 11 4

Owner: Mrs A.Frost/P.G. Colours: RED, WHITE diamond, Davies/R.H. Fowler WHITE sleeves, RED spots.

Trainer: Mrs Lorna Fowler, Ireland Form: 3-21233 Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who boasts some strong novice form and ran a cracker switched to a handicap when third of 26 in the County Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival (16.8f) 22 days ago. Steps up in trip in a first-time hood here and he has to be respected.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

3

GOOD RISK AT ALL (FR) (49)

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Sissi Land (FR)

Kevin Sexton

Conor Orr

6 11 4

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Breeder: M. Collet, J. Collet & M. Form: 11-2221 Collet TIMEFORM VIEW Smart in bumpers, winning a brace of listed events. Took a bit longer than expected to click over hurdles but he created an excellent impression when landing a 19.3f Ascot handicap 49 days ago with plenty in hand. Capable of a lot more Sam Twiston-Davies improvement.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 137

4

GREAT HEART’JAC (FR) (56)

Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Aqua Fontana (FR)

7 11 4

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE Owner: Mr Lee Craze Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves, Breeder: Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux WHITE spots, WHITE cap.

40-2224 BF Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers and stepped up on his hurdling debut form when narrowly denied in a Doncaster novice (16.6f) in January. Ran to only a similar level at Newbury last time though, so easily passed over in this grade.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 110

5

HARBOUR LAKE (IRE) (27)

Br g Shantou (USA) - Aibrean (IRE)

6 11 4

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Colours: EMERALD GREEN and Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle YELLOW (quartered), WHITE Breeder: Miss Patricia Duffin sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited Form: 11B1 D TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start to career, landing back-to-back Wetherby novices late last year. Held when brought down late in Sidney Banks at Huntingdon but resumed progress when winning 5-runner handicap at Bangor (19.6f) 27 days ago. This is much tougher but he’s still unexposed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

6

MIGHT I (IRE) (77)

B g Fame And Glory - Our Honey (IRE)

NELLS SON (GB) (35)

B g Trans Island - Miss Nellie (IRE)

Tom Cannon

6 11 4

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, Owner: Brian & Sandy Lambert WHITE and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Breeder: Cyril O’Hara Form: 15-123 Sponsor: Citipost TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive when making successful return/hurdles bow at Newton Abbot.

No disgrace in being unable to live with Constitution Hill at Sandown and ran another good race behind Jonbon in the Rossington Main at Haydock last time. Returns with his yard going Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 135 well and he’s another each-way player.

7

Paddy Brennan

Sean Bowen

7 11 4

Colours: RED, BLACK and WHITE Owner: Langdale Bloodstock Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke striped sleeves, RED cap, BLACK Breeder: Langdale Racing & Bloodstock diamond.

11-1241 Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper scorer who jumped much better than previously when doubling his hurdles tally in 9-runner Grade 2 at Kelso (18.1f, soft) 35 days ago, by short head from North Lodge. Step back up in trip will suit, and he’s not without Danny McMenamin each-way hope.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 139

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NORTH LODGE (IRE) (35)

B g Presenting - Saddleeruppat (IRE)

5 11 4

Owner: McNeill Family & Niall Farrell Colours: YELLOW, BLACK Cross of Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Lorraine, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK Breeder: Oliver and Salome Brennan stars, BLACK cap.

Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions Form: 112 C D BF TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Presenting who built on his C&D debut win when landing a Grade 2 at Cheltenham at the end of January. Shaped best under a 5lb penalty when beaten only by a very narrow margin by Nells Son at Kelso and is capable of better still back up in trip.

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9

6 11 4

STAGE STAR (IRE) (24)

B g Fame And Glory - Sparky May

THREE STRIPE LIFE (IRE) (24)

Br g Leading Light (IRE) - Hirayna

6 11 4

WALKING ON AIR (IRE) (80)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Refinement (IRE)

5 11 4

Owner: Mrs Doreen Tabor Colours: BLACK, WHITE disc, Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn striped sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Chelston Ireland, Ltd. Form: 2-1 Sponsor: Ashford Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred 5-y-o who showed plenty when runner-up in a Kempton bumper and looked potentially smart in making a winning start over hurdles at Newbury (16.3f) in January, jumping fluently and quickening clear from 2 out. Off since but rates an exciting prospect.

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12

ELLE EST BELLE (GB) (58)

B m Fame And Glory - Katalina

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW inverted triangle, YELLOW sleeves, RED diamonds, YELLOW cap, RED diamonds.

Form: 422204 Tom Scudamore

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Hood worn first time by No. 2, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 13.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

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Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 120

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4 10 8

SAINT RIQUIER (FR) (13)

Gr g Le Havre (IRE) - Salamon Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Nico de Boinville

6 10 11

Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence sleeves and cap.

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Form: 32-3141 CD Breeder: Mrs R. I. Vaughan Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner who stepped up markedly on hurdles debut form to land listed mares’ novice at Newbury in November. Not disgraced behind Jonbon in the Kennel Gate prior to resuming winning ways in the Sidney Banks at Huntingdon (19.6f). Respected.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 134

13

Davy Russell

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Owner: K Haughey/Laura Haughey/Kieran T Byrne Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland hoops, YELLOW and WHITE halved Breeder: Mr Pat O’Reilly sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Sponsor: Gordon Elliott Form: 14-1222 TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in the Champion Bumper last year and very positive start over hurdles, successful at Fairyhouse before a trio of runner-up efforts in Grade 1 company, latest in the Ballymore (21f) at the Cheltenham Festival. Sets the standard and remains unexposed at this trip.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 150

11

Harry Cobden

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Owner: Owners Group 044 Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat on sleeves, BLACK cap.

Breeder: Ruxley Holdings Ltd Form: 23-111P Sponsor: Owners Group TIMEFORM VIEW Highly-promising bumper winner who won his first 3 starts over hurdles, including the Grade 1 Challow at Newbury. Folded tamely in the Ballymore at the Cheltenham Festival last time though, so has a bit to prove just 3 weeks on from that. Hooded. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/3/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

10

A. P. Heskin

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WEATHERBYS NHSTALLIONS.CO.UK HANDICAP CHASE Eight horses go to post for race two on today’s card, the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Chase and the weights for this 0-120 contest are headed by the Richard Bandey-trained Ecume Atlantique, who made a winning British debut at Wetherby just 18 days ago.

Formerly trained by Emmanuel Clayeux in France, the eight-year-old made virtually all of the running and having fenced well, showed a willing attitude to prevail by a nose. That was his first start in some time, so he can be expected to strip fitter for the outing and off a 2lbs higher mark, looks to hold sound claims of following up.

Oliver Greenall’s Twotwothree is the only course winner in the line-up, but that victory came back in October 2019 and he has now dropped to his last winning mark (115). The local trainer has his horses in fine form at present and having been hurdling of late, will appreciate reverting to the larger obstacles. Cheek-pieces are applied for the first time.

Two more local trainers – Donald McCain and Gary Hamner – are represented, with Theo Gillard partnering McCain’s Cenotice, whilst Brian Hughes takes the mount aboard the mare Costly Diamond. The former hasn’t been in the best of form of late, whilst the latter drops in class and was successful under similar conditions (off a 3lbs lower mark) at Sedgefield last September. As with many of the sire’s progeny, the daughter of Mahler enjoys good ground and she should go well under the champion-elect.

Ar Mest has yet to win a race in 11 starts over fences, but has been knocking of the door of late and has finished a close second on both starts since switching to the Henry Oliver stable. That said, he was beaten in a match last time and although he handles conditions, probably needs to improve again.

Katpoli was a faller behind likely market leader Ecume Atlantique at Wetherby last time, having earlier finished fourth in a stronger grade at Sandown. Good enough to contest a Grade 2 juvenile hurdle on his second start in Britain, he won twice over fences as a novice a couple of seasons back and has a touch of class, although it is worth noting that those two victories did come on soft ground. He wears first-time blinkers and is respected.

The pair of 10-year-olds – Instant Replay and Billingsley – complete the line-up, with the former representing trainer Brian Ellison. Another who hasn’t been in the best of form of late, he does appreciate good ground but might, perhaps, want a shade further. Two years ago Billingsley was a rapid-improver when rattling up a hat-trick as a novice and he returned to winning ways at Fontwell in February. Partnered by today’s rider on that occasion, he faded on soft ground over course-and-distance last time and has subsequently been dropped 2lbs by the handicapper.

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Total race value £12000

THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

2M 1F 77Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5772 to the winning horse The second to receive £2659, the third £1329, the fourth £665, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £45. - Closed April 4th, 2022 Owners Prize Money.

Winner £4423; Second £2212; Third £1106; Fourth £553; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £5772.76)

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1

Horse

Age

ECUME ATLANTIQUE (FR) (18) 8

B g Satri (IRE) - Force Atlantique (FR)

st

lb

Owner: Mr Robert Kirkland Colours: RED, BLACK armlets.

Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere Form: 44PPP-1 Breeder: Cte A. Maggiar & Mr P. Julienne Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in France and despite having been pulled up on his last 3 starts for Emmanuel Clayeux, made a successful return from 15 months off at Wetherby 18 days ago. Nudged up 2lb and sure to be in the mix again.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120

2

Jockey

11 12

Sean Houlihan

7 11 10

KATPOLI (FR) (18)

B g Poliglote - Katkogarie (FR)

Owner: Chris Stedman Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BROWN Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Cross of Lorraine, striped sleeves and star on cap.

Breeder: Mr Gilles Le Baron Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd Form: U-45P4F TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over fences in 2019/20 but has been disappointing (made mistakes) since returning from a lengthy absence this season. Blinkers now tried and he continues to tumble in the weights with showing much sign of taking Charlie Hammond advantage.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

3

TWOTWOTHREE (IRE) (22)

B g Shantou (USA) - Sibury (IRE)

9 11 7

Owner: Evason, Hewitt, Tolhurst and Walsh Colours: ORANGE and DARK GREEN diabolo, LIGHT BLUE Trainer: Oliver Greenall, Malpas Breeder: Mrs Rita Kent sleeves, ORANGE cap.

Sponsor: Swansway, Smartplanner Form: 31-4F24 CD TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2020/21 campaign on a winning note at Wetherby and not disgraced on completed starts this season (over hurdles). Done for finishing speed as much as anything at Doncaster last month and cheekpieces now tried switched back over fences.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

4

CENOTICE (GB) (13)

B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Kenny’s Dream

8 11 6

Owner: Mr D. McMahon Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, RED Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, RED cap, YELLOW star.

Breeder: Mickley Stud Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Form: 641230 TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account at Perth last July after 22 months off and has continued in decent nick, resuming winning ways at Newcastle before second at Ludlow. Found things too competitive at Carlisle last time but should make more of an impact down in grade.

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5

COSTLY DIAMOND (IRE) (87)

Ch m Mahler - Sweet Ouzel (IRE)

6

INSTANT REPLAY (IRE) (14)

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Brian Ellison Racing Club Brian Ellison, Malton Annshoon Stud Brian Ellison Racing Limited

Brian Hughes

10 11 2

Colours: BLACK and WHITE diamonds.

Form: U10353

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his fourth win at Sedgefield in September. Not at that level since, let down by his jumping on his last couple of starts so percentage call is to look elsewhere.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110

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Theo Gillard (3)

8 11 5

Owner: TGK Construction Ltd Colours: WHITE, MAROON hoops, Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall MAROON and WHITE striped Breeder: W. Kelly sleeves, MAROON cap.

Sponsor: TGK Construction Co. Ltd Form: 532144 D TIMEFORM VIEW Strong-travelling front-running chaser who was better than ever when scoring at Sedgefield in September. Faced a stiff task when finishing last of 4 in a listed event at Leicester in January but has to be taken seriously back in a handicap with Hughes booked.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 113 Ch g Fruits of Love (USA) - Ding Dong Belle

Fergus Gregory

Oakley Brown (5)

7

10 11

BILLINGSLEY (IRE) (27)

B g Millenary - Retain That Magic (IRE)

1

Owner: Alastair Ralph Racing Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, Breeder: Mr D. Kennedy ROYAL BLUE cap.

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd Form: 065144 TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when accounting for 5 rivals under this rider at Ffos Las (2m) in February. Rather disappointing after an 8lb rise at Leicester last month and almost certainly found the race coming too soon 2 days later over this C&D. Work to do.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109

8

Jay Tidball (10)

9 10 13

AR MEST (FR) (29)

Bl g Diamond Boy (FR) - Shabada (FR)

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK stripe, Owner: Best Foot Forward Two Trainer: Henry Oliver, Abberley BLACK sleeves, YELLOW armlets, Breeder: J. Haimet, X. Le Stang & J. Liberge BLACK cap.

Form: 450222 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Exploits distinctly mixed for host of trainers this term but confirmed himself back in better heart when second for new yard at Newcastle in February. Similar form but outbattled by his sole rival back there 29 days ago and others look more well Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 treated.

David Noonan

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: CASA TALL (FR) 7 11 7 Aidan Coleman 3-1 (Tom George) 10 ran

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Betting Forecast: 10-3 Ecume Atlantique (FR), 11-2 Ar Mest (FR), 6-1 Katpoli (FR), 13-2 Costly Diamond (IRE), 7-1 Twotwothree (IRE), 17-2 Cenotice (GB), 10-1 Billingsley (IRE), 14-1 Instant Replay (IRE) Race Summary: The Gary Hanmer yard are enjoying somewhat of a purple patch at present and COSTLY DIAMOND gets the vote to continue her stable’s run of good form with champion-elect Brian Hughes booked to ride. She gets the verdict over Ecume Atlantique, who made a successful return from 15 months off at Wetherby last month. Twotwothree is another not without hope.

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Total race value £120000

THE POUNDLAND MAGHULL NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

No

1

Horse

AMARILLO SKY (IRE) (24)

B g Westerner - Bag of Tricks (IRE)

Age

st

1M 7F 176Y

lb

Owner: J P Romans & Taylor, O’Dwyer Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne braces.

Breeder: Mrs Amy Collins Form: 412F15 D Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Done little wrong since going chasing, gaining second small-field victory in emphatic fashion at Newbury (16.4f) in February. Unable to quite back that improvement up in the Grand Annual last month and likely he will come up short on this occasion.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 143

2

EDWARDSTONE (GB) (25)

B g Kayf Tara - Nothingtoloose (IRE)

FOR PLEASURE (IRE) (24)

Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Darsan (IRE)

FUGITIF (FR) (2)

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Turiane (FR)

Tom Cannon

7 11 4

Owner: Premier Plastering (UK) Limited Colours: PINK, WHITE star, PINK Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote sleeves, WHITE stars and cap.

Breeder: M. Phelan Form: F31F4P D Sponsor: Premier Plastering (UK) Limited, Lactodorum Contracts Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who opened chase account in 3-runner Plumpton novice (17f) in December. However he’s failed to complete in 2 out of his last 3 starts since, well beaten having been unable to dominate in the Grand Annual at Cheltenham last month.

Looks out of his depth.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 137

4

Brendan Powell

8 11 4

Owner: Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle sleeves, DARK BLUE spots, BEIGE Breeder: Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle cap, DARK BLUE spots.

Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd Form: B11111 CD TIMEFORM VIEW A thoroughly likeable sort who took his winning sequence to 5 when landing the Arkle (his second win at Grade 1 level) at Cheltenham last month. Timeform’s joint top-rated British novice chaser this season, he looks the one they all have to beat.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 161

3

Jockey

6 11 4

Kielan Woods

7 11 4

Owner: Mr Carl Hinchy & Dr Emad Hussain Colours: VIOLET, WHITE cap.

Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington Form: 1P1440 D Breeder: Mr Andre Rousseau TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who added second chase success to his tally at Newcastle (2m) in January. Never figured in Grade 1 at Sandown next start but back to form without threatening when fourth of 5 at Chepstow (2m) in February. Easy to look elsewhere in this company.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 133

5

GENTLEMAN DE MEE (FR) (35) 6

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Koeur de Mee (FR)

11 4

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Breeder: Mr A. M. Pommerai, Mme A. Form: 0-05211 D Pommerai et al TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who continues to progress as a chaser, seeing off his only serious rival with the minimum of fuss at Thurles in February before following up in bloodless fashion in Grade 3 at Navan 5 weeks ago. Likely to improve further, he’s high on the shortlist.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 158

6

MICK PASTOR (FR) (147)

B g Meshaheer (USA) - Mick Oceane (FR)

THIRD TIME LUCKI (IRE) (56)

Br g Arcadio (GER) - Definite Valley (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Harry Cobden

7 11 4

Mike and Eileen Newbould Colours: BLACK, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, sleeves and cap.

Dan Skelton, Alcester Form: 4-11312 D Mr G. Delaney The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Third chase success when easily taking a Doncaster Grade 2 in January but he finished behind Edwardstone in Henry VIII at Sandown and Kingmaker at Warwick either side of that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 153

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Mark Walsh

6 11 4

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat YELLOW hoops, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: Mr Luc Avril cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: Morson Group Form: 111123 D TIMEFORM VIEW Already a four-time winner over fences this term but has rather been found wanting on his last 2 starts, unable to live with Third Time Lucki in Grade 2 at Cheltenham back in November. Will undoubtedly find this tougher.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 145

7

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Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: SHISHKIN (IRE) 7 11 4 Nico de Boinville 1-8 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran

Betting Forecast: 8-11 Edwardstone (GB), 10-3 Gentleman de Mee (FR), 11-2 Third Time Lucki (IRE), 20-1 Amarillo Sky (IRE), 40-1 Mick Pastor (FR), 66-1 For Pleasure (IRE), 150-1 Fugitif (FR)

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Total race value £9400

THE ALFA AGGREGATE PRODUCTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

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Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003, the fourth £502, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th.

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28 entries at £40. - Closed April 4th, 2022 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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1

Horse

Age

st

lb

Jockey

METHODTOTHEMADNESS (IRE) (27) 8 12 3

B m Gold Well - Odeeka (IRE)

3

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW Lucinda Russell, Kinross braces, sleeves and cap.

William P Dillion Form: 333P32 Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Performed with credit when 4 lengths second of 4 over C&D 4 weeks ago and she’s back to the same mark as when successful at Hexham last summer. In the mix.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106 Patrick Wadge (10)

2

STAR OF RORY (IRE) (7)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Dame Alicia (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mr D. R. Passant & Hefin Williams John Groucott, Much Wenlock Kilcarn Stud Greenhous Group Ltd

8 12 2

Colours: BLACK, LIGHT GREEN and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap.

Form: 3U2154

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in this sphere at Leicester in March but has performed well below that level twice since. Remains to be seen if the step back up in trip helps matters.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105

3

MR KATANGA (IRE) (20)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Pomme Tiepy (FR) Owner: All about the birch Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport Breeder: Corrib Racing

8 11 12

Colours: DARK BLUE, ORANGE stripe, ORANGE cap.

Form: 503512

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to cheekpieces when winning then second at Chepstow in recent weeks. Rather bumped into one last time and taken to go one better off same mark now.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101

4

Finn Lambert (7)

DARANOVA (IRE) (43)

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Dara Supreme (IRE)

Ben Jones

8 11 7

Owner: Mr Colin Moore Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Breeder: Mr D.P. Constable

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, BLACK diamond, diamonds on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, BLACK star.

Form: 005-362 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Made a good start for new trainer Gary Hanmer when second at Warwick in February, particularly considering he threw in a couple of mistakes.

Interesting off his mark and Brian Hughes takes the ride.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96

5

MONITION (IRE) (17)

B g Stowaway - Forever Bubbles (IRE)

Brian Hughes

9 11 2

Owner: Mr G. Bower Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Trainer: John Groucott, Much Wenlock cross belts and armlets, hooped Breeder: John P. Cahill cap.

Form: 60/5P-P0 TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who has disappointed on 3 of his 4 starts for his present stable. First-time cheekpieces replace blinkers. Has plenty to prove.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 91

6

AJAY’S WAYS (IRE) (22)

B g Stowaway - Beechfield Queen (IRE)

8 10 13

Owner: BDRSyndicates Colours: RED, WHITE hoop, RED Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham and BLACK striped sleeves and Breeder: P. Gavin cap.

Sponsor: bresbet ltd Form: 6-00103 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Justified good support to make a winning start over fences at Fakenham (21f) in january but he’s benn below that level in 2 starts since, his jumping letting him down back at Fakenham latterly. Has first-time blinkers added to tongue tie.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

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B g Valirann (FR) - Coca’s Lady (IRE) Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke Trainer: John Groucott, Much Wenlock Breeder: Mr A. B. O’Brien

6 10 10

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

Form: 4-12434 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 4 starts over fences. Hasn’t quite seen out 3m on heavy ground at Uttoxeter on his last 2 starts but ground conditions are unlikely to be quite so testing here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

8

Lee Edwards

7 10 10

FAMILY POT (FR) (30)

Gr g Monitor Closely (IRE) - Nikitries (FR)

Colours: PINK, WHITE seams, PINK Owner: Mr Brian Davies Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon sleeves, WHITE stars, quartered Breeder: Mrs Sabine Bochu & Mrs Sabrina Czyz cap.

Form: 333643 D TIMEFORM VIEW Made successful chase debut at Ludlow (3m) in November and some creditable efforts in defeat, including third at Wincanton (25f) latest. Yard won this race in 2019.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

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INGEBORG ZILLING (IRE) (17)

Ch m Mahler - Lindy Lou

Owner: Mr Mark Lloyd Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: A. H. B. Hodge

Sean Houlihan

6 10 2

Colours: BLACK, GREY epaulets and armlets, MAROON cap.

Form: 60-4PP5

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in 3 handicaps (2 hurdle, 1 chase) this year. Refitted cheekpieces and a step up in trip will need to spark major improvement.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77 Tabitha Worsley (3)

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6 10 0

OCEANS RED (GB) (34)

Ch g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Djess Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Spitalized Racing Oliver Greenall, Malpas Richard Kent Swansway, Smartplanner

Colours: RED and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and RED quartered cap.

Form: 60-P043

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler. Also well-held third in 21f Sedgefield handicap on chase debut 5 weeks ago but this ex-pointer does have the potential for better in this sphere.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 73 Mr Toby Wynne (7)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 9, 10.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: KALA NOIRE (IRE) 7 11 12 Charlie Deutsch 9-1 (Sam Thomas) 13 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 7-2 Mr Katanga (IRE), 4-1 Methodtothemadness (IRE), Daranova (IRE), 9-1 Ajay’s Ways (IRE), 10-1 On The Platform (IRE), 11-1 Family Pot (FR), 14-1 Star of Rory (IRE), Oceans Red (GB), 66-1 Ingeborg Zilling (IRE), 80-1 Monition (IRE) Race Summary: MR KATANGA likely bumped into a very well-handicapped rival at Chepstow last time and is taken to go one better off the same mark this time. The Gary Hanmer stable continues in excellent form so his Daranova rates an obvious danger under Brian Hughes. Last-time-out C&D runner-up Methodtothemadness may prove best of the remainder.

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AINTREE 3.35 for four yrs old and upwards

Total race value £250000

THE JRL GROUP LIVERPOOL HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

No

1

Horse

Age

ASHDALE BOB (IRE) (24)

B g Shantou (USA) - Ceol Rua (IRE) Owner: Diarmuid Horgan Trainer: Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland Breeder: Mrs Fiona McStay

st

3M 149Y

lb

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK stars.

Form: U30323

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who ran a fine race under a big weight when third in the Coral Cup at Cheltenham last month but there’s nothing in his record to suggest he’s quite up to winning at this level.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 152

2

CHAMP (IRE) (23)

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - China Sky (IRE) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Philip and Mrs Jane Myerscough

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: 1/2P-124 CD

FLOORING PORTER (IRE) (23)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Lillymile (IRE)

Owner: Flooring Porter Syndicate Trainer: Gavin Cromwell, Ireland Breeder: Sean Murphy

Colours: BLACK, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE diamond.

Form: 11-PF21

KOSHARI (FR) (23)

Br g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Honor May (FR)

ROI MAGE (FR) (23)

B g Poliglote - Royale Majesty (FR)

Daniel Mullins

10 11 7

Owner: Mahon, Keenan, O’Toole & Aird Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: D. M. Christie, Ireland hoops, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL Breeder: M. Bocq Verdys, R. Mauri-Amoros et al BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form: 650310 CD TIMEFORM VIEW Smart on his day and ran right up to his best when running out an 80/1 winner of C&D handicap on yard debut in November. Ran as well could be expected when seventh to Flooring Porter in Stayers’ at Cheltenham but surely vulnerable at this level once again.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 152

5

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

7 11 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Took full advantage of an uncontested lead when defeating Thyme Hill and Champ to land a second successive win in the Stayers’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival last month. The one to beat, particularly if not pestered on the front end.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 164

4

Robbie Power

10 11 7

TIMEFORM VIEW RSA Chase winner in 2020 who proved he remains equally effective over timber when winning the Long Walk (Thyme Hill second) on return. Creditable 4 lengths fourth to Flooring Porter (Thyme Hill second) in Stayers’ at Cheltenham last month.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 162

3

Jockey

7 11 7

Jonathan Moore

10 11 7

Owner: Pryde/Van Der Hoeven/McGladery/Beaumont Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW Trainer: Patrick Griffin, Ireland diamond, checked sleeves, ROYAL Breeder: Mrs I. Garcon & Mr J. P. Garcon BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: 134051 TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser in France who was successful in a Down Royal chase last month on just his second start for this yard, but his hurdle form is a good way short of the standard which will be required here. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 135

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SIRE DU BERLAIS (FR) (23)

B g Poliglote - Royale Athenia (FR)

10 11 7

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland YELLOW hoops, EMERALD GREEN Breeder: Mr Jean-Marc Lucas et al cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: Gordon Elliott Form: 32-2P40 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up to Flooring Porter in last year’s Stayers’ Hurdle at Cheltenham. Didn’t enjoy much luck (badly hampered) when only midfield in Pertemps at this year’s Festival and he’s likely in a bit better heart than his recent form figures might imply. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/3/2022 it was reported that the horse resented the soft tacky ground.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 156

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THOMAS DARBY (IRE) (49)

B g Beneficial - Silaoce (FR)

Mark Walsh

9 11 7

Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote hoop, checked sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd Form: 03-414P Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Back to best when landing Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury (3m) in November but he was behind a couple of these in the Long Walk 3 weeks later. Likely found heavy ground against him when pulled up at Haydock latest.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 155

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Darragh O’Keeffe

Aidan Coleman

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THYME HILL (GB) (23)

B g Kayf Tara - Rosita Bay Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

The Englands and Heywoods Philip Hobbs, Minehead Overbury Stallions Ltd Philip Hobbs Racing

Colours: PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN hoop, checked sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 121-522 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this 12 months ago. As good as ever when second in Long Walk (to Champ) and Stayers’ (to Flooring Porter, Champ behind in fourth) this term. Another prominent showing looks assured.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 161

9

MOLLY OLLYS WISHES (GB) (49)8

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - September Moon

Tom O’Brien

11 0

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8

Harry Skelton

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Owner: Mr Dean Pugh Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: K. D. & D. K. Pugh Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Colours: RED, BLACK epaulets, TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who boasts a good strike rate, landing Grad WHITE sleeves and cap. at Ascot (23.5f) in January. Found out by very testing ground at Haydock since Form: 13-151P D BF still in form. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reporte resented the testing heavy ground.

Star RatingHHHII Official BH

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

The Result 2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: THYME HILL 7 11 7 Tom O’Brien 5-2 (Philip Hobbs) 15 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: It remains to be seen whether FLOORING PORTER is granted as soft a lead as he was at Cheltenham but his slick hurdling is a real asset and he still has to be considered the one to beat. Last year’s winner Thyme Hill can confirm recent superiority over Champ and give Gavin Cromwell’s charge most to think about.

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Betting Forecast: 2-1 Flooring Porter (IRE), 10-3 Thyme Hill (GB), 9-2 Champ (IRE), 17-2 Sire du Berlais (FR), 14-1 Ashdale Bob (IRE), 22-1 Thomas Darby (IRE), 25-1 Molly Ollys Wishes (GB), 28-1 Koshari (FR), 300-1 Roi Mage (FR)

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Total race value £10400

THE WILSONS ACCIDENT REPAIR CLIVE CLIFTON MEMORIAL TROPHY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £4901.40) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

No

1

Horse

Age

SHETLAND BUS (GER) (14)

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Shali Tori (FR)

st

lb

9 12 7

Owner: Mr D. Hague Colours: ORANGE, BROWN Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich epaulets.

Breeder: Frau Le Meur Form: 12S35P D Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick over hurdles at Perth last summer for Justin Landy. Rare below par effort at Market Rasen in October but was pulled up back chasing for new yard at Stratford last time. Bit to prove.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121

2

4

BOB’S BAR (IRE) (26)

B g Darsi (FR) - Kilcoltrim Society (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Cheshire Bloodstock Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Mr S. Doyle Tote, Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: WHITE and RED diamonds, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap.

Form: 133234 BF

DAWN RAIDER (IRE) (21)

B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE)

Theo Gillard (3)

10 11 10

Owner: Mr T. G. Kelly Colours: WHITE, MAROON hoops, Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall MAROON and WHITE striped Breeder: R. McCarthy sleeves, MAROON cap.

Sponsor: TGK Construction Co. Ltd Form: 4P6112 D BF TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in this sphere at Carlisle in February and followed up with ease in 9-runner handicap at Leicester (22.7f) in March. Just as good when runner-up at Newcastle last time and has to be considered the one to beat.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 110

4

Lee Edwards

6 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m hurdles winner who wasn’t unduly knocked about once held on his Stratford chasing debut 26 days ago. Has since had a breathing op and should do better.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

3

Jockey

Brian Hughes

BITASWEETSYMPHONY (IRE) (36) 7 10 12

B g Mahler - Libertango (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw Sam Allwood, Whitchurch A. Smart Allwood Horse Transport

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE diamonds, BLACK sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star.

Form: 321033 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on his previous placed efforts when off the mark over C&D in December. More miss than hit since but good-value claimer now takes over in the saddle and has claims if back on song.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98 Mr Toby Wynne (7)

5

HARRY DU BERLAIS (IRE) (36) 5 10 11

B g Shirocco (GER) - Theatre Mole (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Crossed Fingers Partnership Nick Kent, Brigg Ms M. Kavanagh Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves and cap.

Form: 1P33

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who hasn’t shown a great deal on completed starts over hurdles, but he’s the type to do better now sent chasing.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97 Charlie Hammond

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

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The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: DOG OF WAR (FR) 7 11 5 Harry Skelton 3-1 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Dawn Raider (IRE), 10-3 Bob’s Bar (IRE), 7-2 Bitasweetsymphony (IRE), 13-2 Shetland Bus (GER), 8-1 Harry du Berlais (IRE) Race Summary: DAWN RAIDER arrives in top form and still has scope from his current mark on the pick of his hurdling exploits, so he has to be considered the one to beat. Bitasweetsymphony is fancied to provide the main threat if returning to his best, though winning-pointer Harry du Berlais shouldn’t be overlooked on his first try chasing.

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AINTREE 4.15 for five yrs old and upwards

Total race value £100000

THE BETWAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE)

No

1

Horse

Age

ESPOIR DE ROMAY (FR) (35)

B g Kap Rock (FR) - Miss du Seuil (FR) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

st

3M 210Y

lb

Jockey

8 11 12

The Midgelets Colours: BLACK and RED (halved), Kim Bailey, Cheltenham YELLOW sleeves and cap.

G. Gordat, O. Gordat & F. Dussably Form: 121F-33 BF Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner around 2m4f last term but he’s yet to hit top form in two runs this season, third of 7 to Nuts Well in listed chase (5/4) at Kelso (23.4f) 35 days ago. Needs to step forward.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 155

2

SHAN BLUE (IRE) (23)

B g Shantou (USA) - Lady Roberta (IRE)

David Bass

8 11 5

Owner: Mr Colm Donlon Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Desmond Amond Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Grade 1 Kauto Star as a novice and in process o (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, most visually impressive performance when falling 3 out in Charlie Hall in YELLOW spots, ROYAL BLUE cap. sixth of 7 in Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham since but he’s back in handicap Form: 1252-F6 off a favourable mark. Most interesting.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BH Harry Skelton

3

8 11 4

EMPIRE STEEL (IRE) (14)

Gr g Aizavoski (IRE) - Talk of Rain (FR) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Ryan Mania

4

Alan Wight Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Mr Nick Blanchfield Sandy Thomson Racing

Colours: PINK, GREEN sleeves, check cap.

Form: P-2FP12 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever of late, landing 21f Kelso handicap chase before good second there (26.2f) 14 days ago. Much respected nudged up just 1lb.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147

SAM BROWN (GB) (49)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cream Cracker

10 11 4

Colours: BLACK, RED disc, sleeves Owner: Mr T. C. Frost and cap.

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Breeder: T. C. Frost Form: P/3-032P Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 10-y-o who posted excellent second in Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock in January. Pulled up there on his only outing since but he can’t be dismissed now freshened up after a break. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reported that Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147 the horse resented the testing heavy ground.

5

EXELERATOR EXPRESS (FR) (182) 8

B g Poliglote - Reine de Lestrade (FR) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Aidan Coleman

11 2

Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Mme Francis Teboul & Mr Michel Haski Potter Group, Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited

Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star.

Form: 1-16210 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in emphatic fashion at Worcester (23f) in August but off track since only eighth in handicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f) 6 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 145 Sam Twiston-Davies

6

TEA CLIPPER (IRE) (25)

B g Stowaway - A Plus Ma Puce (FR)

7 11

1

Owner: Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Colours: MAUVE and DARK BLUE Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope check, DARK BLUE sleeves, MAUVE Breeder: Cyril O’Hara armlets, hooped cap.

Sponsor: Plusbac Form: 33-1244 TIMEFORM VIEW Got right back on track after breathing surgery (also fitted with cheekpieces) when promising fourth of 24 in Ultima Handicap chase at Cheltenham (25f) 25 days ago. Solid contender off a 1lb lower mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 144

7

Stan Sheppard

WISHING AND HOPING (IRE) (23) 12 11 0

B g Beneficial - Desperately Hoping (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mrs Peter Andrews Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Brendan Murphy Adm Protexin Ltd

Colours: GREY and MAROON diamonds, GREY sleeves.

Form: 11P32P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Sound-jumping front runner who scored over C&D in October. Didn’t jump nearly so well as usual when pulled up in Plate at Cheltenham, so needs to bounce back.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

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Alex Edwards (3)

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COMMODORE (FR) (120)

10 10 13

R NE UN R N NO TIMEFORM VIEW Back from a wind op wth ready eady win in 9-runner handicap chase at Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mrs C Watson & Mrs S Graham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK Venetia Williams, Hereford stripe and sleeves.

Herve d’Armaille Form: P/2U0P-1 Faucets Limited

Cheltenham (26f) in Decemberm on his only run this term. Goes well fresh, esh, so well worth considering despite 9lb hike.

Star Rating HHHHI Offi Official cial BHA Rating 142 RatingHHHHI

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OSCAR ELITE (IRE) (25)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Lady Elite (IRE)

7 10 11

ADRIMEL (FR) (23)

B or Br g Tirwanako (FR) - Irise De Gene (FR)

7 10 11

GRUMPY CHARLEY (GB) (25)

Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Whisky Rose (IRE)

7 10 11

Owner: Mr G. Thompson Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Chris Honour, Ashburton sleeves, WHITE armlets.

Breeder: Distillery Stud Form: 16-513P Sponsor: Cotswold Stone Supplies TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple hurdles winner who has taken well to chasing, impressive when landing 22.5f Newbury novice handicap at Christmas. Pulled up in Ultima Handicap at Cheltenham, however, so he has something to prove.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 140

12

ESPOIR DE TEILLEE (FR) (98)

B g Martaline - Belle de Lyphard (FR)

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

9 10 6

Mr Glynn Andrew Carroll Colours: CERISE, PINK cap.

Christian Williams, Bridgend Form: 504031 S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian NAF

MINT CONDITION (GB) (23)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Winning Counsel (IRE)

8 10 6

Owner: Whites Property Limited Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Breeder: J. R. Weston Form: 0214P5 Sponsor: Pra World Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time hurdle winner and Haydock win in December shows he’s equally as good over fences. Creditable fifth in first-time cheekpieces in Kim Muir at Cheltenham and he’s on the shortlist with headgear retained.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 135

15

SCENE NOT HERD (IRE) (28)

Darragh O’Keeffe

7 10 4

Owner: Swanee River Partnership Colours: MAROON, PINK sleeves, Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton DARK BLUE cap.

Breeder: Michael and Fiona O’Connor Form: 05-1114 BF Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has made an excellent start over fences, completing a hat-trick at Ludlow in December. Posted good Sandown fourth after a break four weeks ago and he can’t be ruled out on his first go over 3m.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 133

Jonathan Burke

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B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Jessaway (IRE)

Jack Tudor

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TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces back on when capitalising on a good mark in 14-runner handicap chase at Kempton (24f) 42 days ago. That form is working out well, so he needs considering raised 8lb here.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 135

14

Tom Scudamore

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CAP DU NORD (FR) (42)

Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Qualite Controlee (FR)

Bryan Carver

10 10 10

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PINK Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, Trainer: Tom George, Slad Breeder: S.A.S Brosseau et Fils & Claude Brosseau LIGHT BLUE cap, PINK star.

Sponsor: HBA Media Form: 1-64330 TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to add to his two chase wins last term, but in good form until only eleventh in Paddy Power Handicap at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day. Tongue strap goes on for first time. No forlorn hope after a break.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 139

13

Tom Bellamy

AWAY RACING

Owner: Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford Colours: MAROON. Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope Form: PP-P110 Breeder: Dr V. Gabriel Descours Sponsor: Plusbac TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 winning hurdler last season and revitalised in blinkers when bagging two small-field chases at Haydock. Proved a disappointment in Plate at Cheltenham but no surprise to see him bounce back.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 140

11

Harry Cobden

AWAY RACING

Owner: Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton Colours: ORANGE, PINK hoop and Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne armlets, hooped cap.

Breeder: T. McAuliffe Form: 3-F3453 Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winning hurdler who has yet to score in this sphere but he took his form up a level when excellent third of 24 in Ultima Handicap at Cheltenham (25f) 25 days ago.

Highly respected novice. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/3/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 140

10

Non Runner

AWAY RACING

8

Gr g Fragrant Mix (IRE) - Morvandelle (FR)

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THE HOLLOW GINGE (IRE) (57) 9 10 3

B g Oscar (IRE) - Some Gem (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

The Ginge Army Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED star, Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.

Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey Form: PP-20P4 Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at his best but he’s without a win since 2020 and comes here on the back of two below-par efforts at Warwick and Kempton. Others appeal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 132

17

7 10 2

KILLER KANE (IRE) (28)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Native Idea (IRE)

J P Romans & Taylor, O’Dwyer Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE Colin Tizzard, Sherborne braces.

S. McElroy Form: 1-33611 Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved of late since fitted with a tongue strap, landing handicaps at Kempton and Sandown. Hit with a further 5lb rise but he’s still low mileage and must enter calculations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

18

DIDERO VALLIS (FR) (23)

B g Poliglote - Oreade Vallis (FR) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Brendan Powell

9 10 1

Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED star, Venetia Williams, Hereford armlets and star on cap.

Mr Andre Noel Dutertre Form: 204043 D Faucets Limited Hugh Nugent (3)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 18

Visor worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 18.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 9, 10, 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 13, 14, 16.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Shan Blue (IRE), 17-2 Cap du Nord (FR), Oscar Elite (IRE), 12-1 Tea Clipper (IRE), 16-1 Killer Kane (IRE), 20-1 Empire Steel (IRE), Adrimel (FR), 25-1 Espoir de Romay (FR), Sam Brown (GB), Mint Condition (GB), 28-1 Scene Not Herd (IRE), 40-1 Exelerator Express (FR), The Hollow Ginge (IRE), 50-1 Grumpy Charley (GB), Didero Vallis (FR), 100-1 Wishing And Hoping (IRE), Espoir de Teillee (FR)

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AWAY RACING

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AWAY RACING

Race Summary: A fiercely=competitive handicap but SHAN BLUE has a lot less on his plate than when a well-held sixth in the Ryanair Chase and can capitalise on a very attractive mark back in handicap company. Kemptonscorer Cap du Nord is another weighted to go well for the in-form Christian Williams team, while the returning Commodore and Ultima-fourth Tea Clipper both figure high on the shortlist too.

AWAY RACING

2021: HAPPYGOLUCKY (IRE) 7 11 7 David Bass 11-4 (Kim Bailey) 13 ran

AWAY RACING

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who got back in track in first-time blinkers when third of 20 in Kim Muir at Cheltenham (26f) 23 days ago. Possibilities if headgear works the trick for a second time.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 130

AWAY RACING

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Jordan Nailor (3)

AWAY RACING

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FIFTH RACE 4.22

for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total race value £7700

THE BROOKE RANKIN MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 7F 7Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Brooke-Rankin has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey and a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in the race. 13 entries at £30. - Closed April 4th, 2022 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)

No

1

Horse

Age

CABHFUILFUNGI (IRE) (25)

B g Mahler - Maggie Andy (IRE)

st

lb

Jockey

6 11 6

Owner: Mr C. J. Tipton Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE hoops Trainer: John Groucott, Much Wenlock and sleeves, hooped cap.

Breeder: G. Quirk Form: 4-540 TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest in bumpers so isn’t an obvious one to make a winning start over hurdles. Goes up significantly in trip.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2

DEDANSER (IRE) (67)

B g Frammassone (IRE) - Courtown Bowe VII

6 11 6

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, Owner: Sarah & Wayne Dale Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, Breeder: Lorcan Allen BLACK cap, YELLOW star.

Sponsor: Taydal Surfacing Limited, Proactive Personnel Limited Form: F-33424 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in an Irish point. Fair form over hurdles but he was well below his best when fading into a remote fourth at Newcastle last time (also jumped poorly). Cheekpieces worn on that occasion quickly discarded. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/2/2022 it was reported Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111 that the horse would prefer softer ground.

5

3

Owner: Graham Brothers Racing Partnership Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE seams Trainer: Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon on sleeves.

Breeder: Graham Brothers Racing Partnership Form: 50-4320 Sponsor: Grahams Estates Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers but has achieved a fair level of form over hurdles, running best race when second at Warwick (2m) in September. Given a break since his respectable seventh at Uttoxeter in October. Up in trip.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

IN OUR DREAMS (IRE) (89)

Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - No Moore Bills Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Spiers & Hartwell, Ralph & Black Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth epaulets, sleeves and cap.

Joseph Smiddy Form: 55-2265 Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIGERBYTHETAIL (IRE) (30)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Talktothetail (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mrs Barbara Hester Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Ronan Tynan McCoy Contractors

Richard Patrick

6 11 6

Colours: PINK, RED chevrons, PINK sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, PINK star.

Form: 2-4433

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to smart hurdler Roksana. Promise in sole bumper and fair form when in the frame on all 4 starts over hurdles. Up in trip. The one to beat.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 113

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

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Theo Gillard (3)

6 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who ran up to his best when fifth of 11 over 21f at Ludlow in January. Freshened up since. Unlikely to be far away.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112

5

Brian Hughes

7 11 6

GMS PRINCE (GB) (162)

B g Kayf Tara - Zartwyda (IRE)

4

James Davies

Fergus Gregory

2021: AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) 6 11 1 Kielan Woods 28-1 (Graeme McPherson) 8 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 11-8 Tigerbythetail (IRE), 3-1 Dedanser (IRE), 7-2 In Our Dreams (IRE), 7-1 Gms Prince (GB), 40-1 Cabhfuilfungi (IRE) Race Summary: An ordinary maiden in which TIGERBYTHETAIL has the best form. In Our Dreams is preferred to Dedanser for the forecast spot.

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SIXTH RACE 4.52 for four yrs old

Total race value £4000

THE WATCH THE GRAND NATIONAL @ 5.15 “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251. for four 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 4th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 7th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Bangor on Dee Races will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (D)16 and Rule (F)21.3 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. 29 entries at £20. - Closed April 4th, 2022 Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40)

No

1

Horse

st

ARCENO’S ADVENTURE (IRE) (-)

B g Arcadio (GER) - Full of Spirit (IRE)

lb

Jockey

10 12

Owner: Mr Richard Hewitt and Mr Steve Evason Colours: BROWN, GREEN diamond Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch and sleeves, ORANGE cap.

Breeder: S. L. Rodwell Form: TIMEFORM VIEW £4,000 3-y-o, Arcadio gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful chaser Earth Leader. dam (b89), bumper winner, half-sister to high-class hurdler (stayed 3m) Prince of Scars.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2

10 12

BERTIE B (GB) (-)

B g Kayf Tara - Toubeera Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mr C. Boultbee-Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope Boultbee Brooks Ltd Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara gelding. Dam bumper/useful 21f-3m hurdle winner. Others make more appeal.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

3

COURT CIAN (IRE) (-)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Sophie Rose (IRE)

6

Owner: Mr Barry Davis Trainer: Gearoid Brouder, Ireland Breeder: Ms Mary Kennedy

Alan Johns

Mr Tommie M. O’Brien (3)

10 12

Colours: BLACK, WHITE hoop, sleeves and diamonds on cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW €9,000 3-y-o, Court Cave gelding. Dam, lightly raced in bumpers, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (winner around 2m) Un Hinged. One to note on debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Gearoid Brouder (5)

4

10 12

ISLEBRIAND (FR) (-)

B g On Est Bien (IRE) - Bloane (FR) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW cross Mr D. McCain Jnr Donald McCain, Cholmondeley belts, sleeves and cap.

Mr Patrick Moulin Form: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW £5,000 3-y-o, On Est Bien gelding. Dam 11f-1 3/4m winner on Flat.

Should have enough speed for this sort of test.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5

LET IT SHINE (GB) (-)

Bl g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - My Belle (FR)

Ciaran Gethings

10 12

Owner: Mr Mark Dunphy & Mr Michael Scudamore Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star, Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash BLACK sleeves, ORANGE stars, Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh BLACK cap, ORANGE star.

Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Let Me Entertain U. Dam, French 17f-2 1/4m chase winner, half-sister to smart hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Le Rocher.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6

LIBOR LAD (GB) (-)

B g Passing Glance - Sonic Weld Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Wingate Associates Limited David Dennis, Banbury Mr John Benfield DD Racing Ltd

10 12 Colours: MAROON and ORANGE (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, MAROON cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 3-y-o, Passing Glance gelding. Dam, ran twice in bumpers, out of maiden half-sister to high-class staying chaser Ollie Magern and useful staying chasers Billie Magern and Petite Margot.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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Richard Patrick

Jack Andrews (5)

7

LOVIN JUKEBOX (GER) (-)

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Lovin Desert (GER) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

10 12

Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE Birkdale Bloodstock Donald McCain, Cholmondeley striped sleeves, BLACK cap.

Gestut Keilhof Form: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW €10,000 3-y-o, Jukebox Jury gelding. Dam 1m winner. Others are more convincing on paper.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

8

MISTER BARCLAY (GB) (-)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Singapore Harbour (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

C & M Baker, K Ibberson, H Pearman Tom Symonds, Hentland Ben Barclay Gun Dog Gin Ltd

10 12

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK seams, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 3-y-o, Nathaniel gelding. Dam (h74) maiden hurdler. Worth a market check.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9

SPIRIT OF REGULUS (IRE) (-)

Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Segnora (FR)

THE KNIPHAND (FR) (-)

B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - La Chichina (FR) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Mr D. Owens Colours: LIGHT BLUE and WHITE Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham stripes, halved sleeves.

Mr Emmanuel Le Roux Form: Capital Reinforcing

TRICK OF THE TAIL (IRE) (-)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Nova Cyngi (USA) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

David & Carol Shaw Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form:

WELSH CHARGER (IRE) (-)

B g Westerner - Answer Ur Phone (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Theo Gillard (3)

10 12

Jones, Spiers & Hartwell Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth epaulets, sleeves and cap.

Mr S. Shanahan Form: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW €17,000 3-y-o, Westerner gelding. Dam, winning pointer, pulled up sole start over hurdles. Doesn’t make much appeal on paper.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

13

Finn Lambert (7)

10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW €19,000 3-y-o, Shantou gelding. Half-brother to 7 winners, including smart hurdler/top-class chaser Dodging Bullets and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Tucanae, stays 2 1/2m. One to note.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

12

Brian Hughes

10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 3-y-o, Choeur Du Nord gelding. Half-brother to French 9.5f winner Chichi One. Interesting newcomer.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

11

David Noonan

10 12

Owner: Mr Colin Taylor and Miss Kay Wilding Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.

Breeder: Mrs Dale Adams Form: Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited TIMEFORM VIEW €64,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Dam useful hurdler/very smart chaser (winner up to 3m), half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stays 2 1/2m) Le Patriote. Looks the pick of the McCain quartet.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

10

Abbie McCain (5)

BEL FONDO (GB) (36)

B f Sixties Icon - Asinara (GER)

Jay Tidball (10)

10 5

Owner: Billington,Bolingbroke,MerseyRacing,Kent Colours: DARK BLUE and PURPLE stripes, Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, DARK BLUE and PURPLE hooped cap.

Breeder: Allseasons Bloodstock Form: 0 TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Last of 10 in bumper at Newbury (16.3f, soft, 33/1) on NH debut 36 days ago.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Angus Cheleda (5)

14

GAMESTERS GIRL (GB) (-)

B f Telescope (IRE) - Gamesters Lady Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Gamesters Partnership Oliver Greenall, Malpas Kinsale Stud & Mr D. V. Williams Swansway, Smartplanner, Bryn Vyrnwy Caravan Park

10 5

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE star, ORANGE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW (Production):fourth foal: closely related to fair hurdler Gamesters Icon (17f winner, by Sixties Icon): dam fair winner around 2m over hurdles, also winner up to 1 1/2m on Flat.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Mr Toby Wynne (7)

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15

10 5

LADY ALEX (GB) (-)

B f Telescope (IRE) - Maria Antonia (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Sir John Timpson Henry Daly, Ludlow Clear Racing Ltd Timpson Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE diamonds.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 3-y-o, Telescope filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler The Premier Celtic, stays 2 3/4m and bumper winner Tiffany Rose. Could make her mark in this sphere.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Charlie Hammond

16

SWORN TO BE FREE (IRE) (-)

B f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - What A Lark (IRE) Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

The Jekyll Brian Ellison, Malton J. Mangan Brian Ellison Racing Limited

10 5

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets and star on ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune filly. Dam (b81), won bumper only start, out of useful 2m-2 1/2m hurdle winner Grangeclare Lark. Highly respected on debut. Wears hood.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

Lilly Pinchin (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Hood worn first time by No. 16. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2021: IONTACH CHEVAL 5 11 1 Jack Tudor 40-1 (Alastair Ralph) 12 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Spirit of Regulus (IRE), 15-2 The Kniphand (FR), 10-1 Sworn To Be Free (IRE), 12-1 Court Cian (IRE), Trick of The Tail (IRE), 14-1 Let It Shine (GB), Lady Alex (GB), 16-1 Islebriand (FR), Mister Barclay (GB), 20-1 Lovin Jukebox (GER), 22-1 Bertie B (GB), 25-1 Arceno’s Adventure (IRE), 28-1 Welsh Charger (IRE), 33-1 Libor Lad (GB), Gamesters Girl (GB), 80-1 Bel Fondo (GB)

6

Race Summary: Without the benefit of market clues, it’s worth taking the hint that Brian Hughes has picked SPIRIT OF REGULUS over the three other Donald McCain-trained representatives. Sworn To Be Free is likely to know his job better than most, so he’s considered along with The Kniphand, who has Finn Lambert taking off 7lb.

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AINTREE 5.15 for seven yrs old and upwards

Total race value £1000000

THE RANDOX GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE)

No

1

Horse

Age

MINELLA TIMES (IRE) (62)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Triptoshan (IRE)

st

4M 2F 74Y

lb

Jockey

9 11 10

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Henry de Bromhead, YELLOW hoops, quartered cap.

Ireland Form: 1221-FP CD Breeder: Cathal Ennis TIMEFORM VIEW Created history under Rachael Blackmore (first female jockey to win the race) last year, well ridden on the inner and travelling/jumping well. Not an ideal preparation this time though (not completed twice) and is 15lb higher. Work to do to emulate back-to- Rachael Blackmore Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 161 back winners Red Rum and Tiger Roll.

2

DELTA WORK (FR) (24)

Br g Network (GER) - Robbe (FR)

9 11 9

Colours: MAROON, WHITE star, Owner: Gigginstown House Stud armlets and star on cap.

Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland U3-4661 Breeder: Mr C. Magnien & Mr J. Magnien Form: Sponsor: Gordon Elliott TIMEFORM VIEW Saw off stablemate and National hero Tiger Roll on that one’s swansong in the Cross Country at Cheltenham under this rider, jumping well and showing bags of stamina. Got tons of class (5-time Grade 1 winner over fences in Ireland) and ticks plenty of Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 160 boxes. 1 of 7 for Gordon Elliott.

3

EASYSLAND (FR) (24)

B or Br g Gentlewave (IRE) - Island du Frene (FR)

Jack Kennedy

8 11 8

ER NN U N-R NO

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham YELLOW hoops, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Breeder: Marinette Avril & Marie Laure Labbe Form: 1/42-PPP Sponsor: Wasdell Group TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off 2 seasons back by y completing ompleting a 7-timer in the Cross Country ountry at Cheltenham, enham, beating ting Tiger iger Roll. Has shown very ery little for current yard y in recent months however, including back at the Festival behind Delta Work last month.

Needs a huge revival.

Star RatingHHIII Rating Offi Official cial BHA Rating 159 (-9)

4

ANY SECOND NOW (IRE) (42) 10 11

B g Oscar (IRE) - Pretty Neat (IRE) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: T. M. Walsh, Ireland Breeder: Mrs Noreen McManus

8

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: P13-061

TIMEFORM VIEW Smashing third without any sort of luck-in-running last year and primed for a big effort again after resuming winning ways on first go over fences since in Fairyhouse Grade 3 (edged out Escaria Ten) 6 weeks ago. Yard knows what it takes to win this and he’s got to be on every shortlist.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 159 (+3)

5

RUN WILD FRED (IRE) (25)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Talkin Madam (IRE)

LOSTINTRANSLATION (IRE) (25)10 11

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Falika (FR)

BRAHMA BULL (IRE) (24)

Ch g Presenting - Oligarch Society (IRE)

Davy Russell

6

Owner: Taylor & O’Dwyer Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne braces.

Breeder: Mr A. R. M. M. Kavanagh Form: 5P-15P0 C Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser in his younger days (Betfair Chase winner and third in Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2019-20). Won at Ascot on his return after a wind op and not disgraced on handicap debut at Cheltenham last month in first-time cheekpieces, but that shows the task he faces here off 2lb higher.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 157 (-7)

7

Mark Walsh

8 11 7

Owner: Gigginstown House Stud Colours: MAROON, WHITE star Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland and armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Breeder: Maurice O’Brien Form: 22-2122 BF Sponsor: Gordon Elliott TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who is much improved since fitted with blinkers, second in last year’s Irish National before winning hot 3m Navan handicap in November. Good run behind very promising rival in NH Chase at Cheltenham last month and another Elliott runner with plenty going for him.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 158 (-4)

6

Non Runner

Harry Cobden

11 11 6

Owner: Mrs S. Ricci Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland Breeder: Mr J. L. Lightfoot

Colours: PINK, LIGHT GREEN spots, PINK sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap.

Form: 2333PU TIMEFORM VIEW Won big-field Punchestown handicap last spring and placed after in the Kerry National, and at Newbury in the Ladbrokes (distant third behind Fiddlerontheroof).

Jumping errors never far away with him though and he’s failed to complete in this headgear the last twice. Lots of others more persuasive.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 157

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XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX

BURROWS SAINT (FR) (42)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - La Bombonera (FR) Owner: Mrs S. Ricci Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland Breeder: Mme Julie Morgan

9 11 5

Colours: PINK, LIGHT GREEN spots, PINK sleeves and cap.

Form: 624-323 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW 2019 Irish National winner who ran a stormer off this mark here last year, threatening for a long way before running out of steam from 2 out. Second of 4 Mullins runners at Tramore on New Year’s Day but poor behind Any Second Now and Escaria Ten at Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 156 (-3) Fairyhouse. Got to prove he stays.

9

MOUNT IDA (IRE) (22)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Jolivia (FR)

8 11 5

LONGHOUSE POET (IRE) (46)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Moscow Madame (IRE)

Denis O’Regan

8 11 4

Owner: Sean & Bernardine Mulryan Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW Trainer: Martin Brassil, Ireland stripe, RED cap.

Breeder: Mr J. Duggan Form: 231-010 BF

11

FIDDLERONTHEROOF (IRE) (49)8

B g Stowaway - Inquisitive Look

11 4

Owner: Taylor, Burley & O’Dwyer Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne braces.

Breeder: Treaty Pals Syndicate Form: 223-122 BF Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 winner over 2m as a novice hurdler and consistent over fences with plenty of class form, successful on return at Carlisle before runner-up in Ladbrokes Trophy Handicap and Ascot listed race (behind Fortescue).

Marathon trips will suit and he’s a firm player for the home team. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 155 (+2) reported that the horse lost a shoe.

12

TWO FOR GOLD (IRE) (49)

B g Gold Well - Two of Each (IRE)

10 11 2

SAMCRO (IRE) (23)

Ch g Germany (USA) - Dun Dun (IRE)

10 11

1

Owner: Gigginstown House Stud Colours: MAROON, WHITE star Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland and armlets, YELLOW cap.

Breeder: D. Taylor Form: 602003 Sponsor: Gordon Elliott TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Cheltenham Festival winner in his pomp but is a shadow of his former self these days, failing to see his races out following his Killarney win in May. Another of the colossal Elliott/Gigginstown challenge but must be a doubtful stayer above all else and is tricky to entertain.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 152 (-3)

15

ESCARIA TEN (FR) (42)

8 11

Sean Bowen

1

Owner: McNeill Family Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland hoops, MAROON sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Mr Jacques Antoine Cesbron Form: 123P-02 Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions TIMEFORM VIEW Won 25f Thurles maiden chase last season before a very good third in NH Chase at Cheltenham. Kept fresh for this and back to form when just denied by Any Second Now at Fairyhouse 6 weeks ago. Part of a strong team for Gordon Elliott and a leading contender despite having had just 7 runs over fences. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 152 (+1)

A. P. Heskin

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B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Spartes Eria (FR)

Nick Scholfield

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Owner: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Colours: GREY, WHITE epaulets.

Trainer: Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary Form: 53P-420 C Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Sponsor: H & C Group Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Went down by just a neck (Lostintranslation third) in the 2020 Cheltenham Gold Cup and although not the same force these days he did run well back at Cheltenham in January under this rider. Should stay but others have better claims at the weights.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 153

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David Bass

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SANTINI (GB) (22)

B g Milan - Tinagoodnight (FR)

Brendan Powell

9 11 3

Owner: May We Never Be Found Out Partnership 2 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham hoop, halved sleeves, RED cap.

Breeder: Neil R. Tector Form: 13U-112 Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Tough and reliable chaser who won his first 2 starts at up to 3m this term and prime contender on the form of his second in the Grade 1 Betfair Ascot Chase 7 weeks ago.

Stamina and jumping (failed to get round in the Topham last season) are serious questions that Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 154 (+5) he’s got to answer, however.

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Darragh O’Keeffe

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TIMEFORM VIEW Followed in the footsteps of yard’s subsequent National/Irish National winner Numbersixvalverde with victory in valuable Thyestes handicap chase at Gowran in January, jumping well. Not knocked about over hurdles last time and could be set for a big run with longer trip sure to suit.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 155

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Owner: KTDA Racing Colours: BLACK, WHITE sash, Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, Breeder: Philip Hore BLACK cap, WHITE star.

Sponsor: Gordon Elliott Form: 213-110 TIMEFORM VIEW Remarkable winner of the Kim Muir at last year’s Cheltenham Festival and has scored twice in mares’ races this term. Ran a stinker when fancied in Grade 2 back at Cheltenham last month though and her jumping surely isn’t good enough to win a National for all she should stay. Cheekpieces go on. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/3/2022 it was Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 156 (-2) reported that the horse jumped right handed.

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P. Townend

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GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) (42)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Princess Gaia (IRE)

9 10 13

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and Breeder: Mrs M. Brophy EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited Form: 2-31210 TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever this season, revealing far more stamina when scoring for a second time at Wetherby (3m, heavy) at Christmas from Lord du Mesnil. Excuses at Kempton since and the choice of retained Daryl Jacob from 3 here for owners, but probably high enough in the weights. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 150 (-1)

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LORD DU MESNIL (FR) (49)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Ladies Choice (FR)

Daryl Jacob

9 10 13

18

COKO BEACH (FR) (42)

Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Solana Beach (FR)

7 10 13

Sean Flanagan

DE RASHER COUNTER (GB) (56)10 10 12

B g Yeats (IRE) - Dedrunknmunky (IRE)

Owner: Makin’ Bacon Partnership Colours: RED and WHITE stripes, Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough DARK BLUE sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Karina Casini Form: 614P/2-4 Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced since his November 2019 Ladbrokes Trophy Newbury success off this mark, shaping as if retaining much of his ability after 16 months off there 8 weeks ago. Should strip fitter and if he stays (pulled up in gruelling renewal of Midlands National in 2020) he could go well.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 149

20 KILDISART (IRE) (35)

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Princess Mairead (IRE)

10 10 11

DISCORAMA (FR) (59)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Quentala (FR)

9 10 11

B g Beneficial - Great Decision (IRE)

10 10 11

Owner: Harbour Rose Partnership Colours: RED, YELLOW seams, striped sleeves and cap.

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond P5F312 Breeder: Edward Prendergast & Mrs Helen Gillman Form: Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Suffered a heavy fall on his first go over these fences in December but none the worse for that and has been in fine fettle over hurdles. Capable of high-class chasing form at his best and this is his first go over a marathon trip. Could outrun big odds.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 148

23 ENJOY D’ALLEN (FR) (63)

Thomas Dowson

8 10 11

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Ciaran Murphy, Ireland Breeder: Bruno Vagne

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, EMERALD GREEN cap, WHITE star.

Form: 223-035 TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner last season and been holding his own in some big handicaps since, third in 2021 Irish National and hot Leopardstown contest (same race Minella Times placed in in 2020). Bought recently by J.P.McManus and shapes like a stayer. Tongue tie Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 148 (-1) back on. Could be tailor-made for this.

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B or Br g Network (GER) - Triple Star (FR)

B. J. Cooper

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Owner: Andrew Gemmell/Thomas Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK disc, Friel MAROON sleeves, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Paul Nolan, Ireland stars, DARK BLUE cap, PINK spots.

Breeder: Roland Buchot Form: 3/250-52 TIMEFORM VIEW Second in the NH Chase at the 2019 Cheltenham Festival so stamina proven and easy to forgive his weak finish in this last year given it was on his first run for 5 months. 1lb lower with cheekpieces on this time and shaped pleasingly back over fences at Fairyhouse 8 weeks ago. One to consider.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 148

22 TOP VILLE BEN (IRE) (49)

James Bowen

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Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton GREEN sleeves, WHITE cap.

Breeder: William Mangan Form: 652/30-4 C Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 25f handicap chase on this card in 2019 and was second in Cheltenham Festival handicap the following season. Lightly raced since, but shaped well after 15 months off at Newbury recently and long distances should suit him.

Interesting in re-fitted headgear.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 148 (-1)

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Adam Wedge

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Owner: Gigginstown House Stud Colours: MAROON, WHITE star Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland and armlets, RED cap.

Breeder: Jean-Louis Berger Form: 46P644 Sponsor: Gordon Elliott TIMEFORM VIEW Beat stablemate Run Wild Fred in last season’s Thyestes and a couple of good efforts in big-field handicaps this term. He’s got stamina to prove here though (failed to stay in the Irish National 12 months ago) and others from his powerful yard are far more persuasive. Last 7-y-o winner was in 1940. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 150 (-3)

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Non Runner

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R NE UN R N NO

Owner: Mr Paul Porter & Mike & Mandy Smith Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW triple Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington diamond, diamonds on sleeves, Breeder: Mme Henri Devin PURPLE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: P-FP26P TIMEFORM VIEW Has struggled truggled for consistencyy since winning last season’s Grand National Trial in the Haydock y mud, pulled up on quicker ground in this off 1lb lower 12 months ago and again at Haydock most recently. recently Hard to eport that the horse was never make a case for. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reported Star RatingHHIII Rating Official Official BHA Rating 150 (-3) travelling.

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B g Assessor (IRE) - Nouba Fly (FR)

12 10 11

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: A. J. Martin, Ireland YELLOW hoops, RED cap.

Breeder: EARL Baty, Mr V. Baty, Mr F. Form: P-30000 Lemercier TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but has become a fixture in this, fourth in 2018, fifth in 2019 and pulled up last year (listless performance). Ticking over nicely ahead of a fourth bid but surely his chance has been and gone and is only playing for minor honours.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 148

25 DINGO DOLLAR (IRE) (35)

Ch g Golden Lariat (USA) - Social Society (IRE)

Luke Dempsey

10 10 11

Ryan Mania

26 FREEWHEELIN DYLAN (IRE) (90)10 10 10 B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Gaye Future

27 CLASS CONTI (FR) (27) B g Poliglote - Gazelle Lulu (FR)

Ricky Doyle

10 10 10

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland GREEN sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Breeder: Mr Patrick Joubert Form: 340-P00 TIMEFORM VIEW Was last of the 15 to get round 12 months ago, never the slightest threat all the while. Doesn’t arrive in the same sort of form this year and would be a surprising winner even for this yard. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 147 (-2) Sam Twiston-Davies

28 NOBLE YEATS (IRE) (25) B g Yeats (IRE) - That’s Moyne (IRE)

7 10 10

29 MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (63) B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE)

9 10 10

B g Beneficial - Cloth Fair (IRE)

10 10 10

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Colours: EMERALD GREEN and Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham YELLOW (quartered), WHITE Breeder: Mr S. Spillane sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited Form: 1P-46R3 TIMEFORM VIEW Classy stayer who seemed to take to the challenge well before dropping away tamely when favourite for this 12 months ago and returns on a similar mark after a low-key campaign. Again finished weakly having shown a bit more at Doncaster 5 weeks ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147 (-3) and tongue tie goes on.

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Derek Fox

Tom Scudamore

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Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE Owner: Allson Sparkle Ltd star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Breeder: C. and Mrs Wilson 121-4PP Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fantastic first season over fences in 2020-21, winning the Scottish National (from Dingo Dollar). Hasn’t fired his time round and has had a wind op since his capitulation at Musselburgh 9 weeks ago. Needs a big revival for trainer/jockey who took this in 2017 with One For Arthur. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/2/2022 it was Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 147 reported that the horse had a respiratory issue.

30 CLOTH CAP (IRE) (35)

Mr Sam Waley-Cohen

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Owner: Mr Robert Waley-Cohen Colours: BROWN, ORANGE seams Trainer: Emmet Mullins, Ireland and sleeves, ORANGE and BROWN Breeder: Mrs Kristene Hunter quartered cap.

Sponsor: Upton Viva Stud Form: 460P20 TIMEFORM VIEW Galway maiden chase winner in October and bought by the Waley-Cohen family after his second to Ahoy Senor at Wetherby in February. Not disgraced in Cheltenham Festival handicap under this rider and cheekpieces go on now. 1 of two 7-y-os (not won the National since 1940). Work to do.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147 (-2)

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Owner: Miss Sheila Mangan Colours: YELLOW, MAROON Trainer: Dermot Anthony braces, quartered cap.

McLoughlin, Ireland Form: 01-46UP Breeder: Liam Norris TIMEFORM VIEW All stamina, running out a stunning 150/1 winner of last year’s Irish National in first-time cheekpieces from Run Wild Fred and Enjoy d’Allen. Hasn’t completed the last twice though, and while he could take well to this test, he’s surely got little in hand of the handicapper.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147

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Owner: M Warren J Holmes R Kidner & J Wright Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK star, Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw armlets and cap.

Breeder: Fintan Farrell Form: P12-435 Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t seem to take to these fences in last season’s Grand Sefton but he’s been a revelation for new yard since, going down narrowly to Mighty Thunder in the Scottish National a year ago and running well at Newcastle in November. Not without a chance after Kelso spin and jockey won this in 2013. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 148 (-3)

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24 ANIBALE FLY (FR) (28)

SNOW LEOPARDESS (GB) (55) 10 10 9

Colours: DARK BLUE, BLACK cap.

Owner: Andrew Fox-Pitt 246-111 C Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Form: Breeder: O. and Mrs Fox-Pitt Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc TIMEFORM VIEW Genuine and reliable grey mare who has had a fantastic season, proving some sight over the National fences as she landed the Becher in December before an impressive listed win at Exeter. Bound to be popular off a tempting weight although a mare (1 of 3 in the Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 146 (+1) race) hasn’t won since 1951.

Aidan Coleman

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Gr m Martaline - Queen Soraya

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B m Gold Well - Chloes Choice (IRE)

9 10 9

Owner: Dr S. P. Fitzgerald Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland Breeder: Michael Whitty

Colours: CREAM, EMERALD GREEN cross belts, diabolo on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.

Form: 40-0PP2 TIMEFORM VIEW She hasn’t really fired for this yard, including when disappointing when fancied for last season’s Irish National, and while her latest Down Royal second (behind Roi Mage) was a bit of a step back in the right direction it’s difficult to see her winning this.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 146 (-1)

33 PHOENIX WAY (IRE) (42)

B g Stowaway - Arcuate

Daniel Mullins

9 10 9

ashing fall at Kempton empt dly the under this rider. Took a crashing next time though which is hardly ideal preparation for this. Others in these famous colours are far more e appealing.

Rating Official BHA Rating 146 Star RatingHHIII Official

34 DEISE ABA (IRE) (63) B g Mahler - Kit Massini (IRE)

9 10 8

B g Kayf Tara - Franciscaine (FR)

13 10 8

Colours: BLACK, SILVER D Y. Owner: Darren & Annaley Yates Form: 46-511P C Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW Bidding to become the oldest winner since 1923 and retains stacks of ability and enthusiasm judged on his 2 Haydock wins in December. Jumps well so no surprise he has a good record over these fences (fourth in 2017 when also winning the Becher, and a distant sixth last year). Tongue tie added. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 145 (-1)

36 POKER PARTY (FR) (24) Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Becquarette (FR)

11 10 7

B g Network (GER) - Gratiene de L’Isle (FR)

Jordan Gainford

9 10 7

Owner: Mr L M Power and Mr Ian Hutchins Colours: BROWN, WHITE epaulets.

Trainer: Sean Curran, Swindon Form: 11-P420 Breeder: Mme Veronique Sayet TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in handicap chases last spring but well held all 4 starts this term, including coming home in his own time behind Snow Leopardess in the Becher, and not going with much zest in the Eider last time. Can’t be fancied.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 144 (-4)

B g Califet (FR) - Matasurf (FR)

8 10 6

Owner: Dominic Burke & Tim Syder Colours: MAROON, BLACK hoop, Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough diabolo on sleeves, hooped cap.

Breeder: Mr David Bernier et al Form: 10-F312 Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved over marathon trips the last twice, winning the Classic Chase at Warwick (beat a subsequent Cheltenham Festival runner-up) before chasing home Scottish National winner Win My Wings in the Eider at Newcastle. Lots to like on that form and a big player having crept in off a low weight.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143 (+4)

Tom Bellamy

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39 ECLAIR SURF (FR) (42)

Harry Bannister

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Owner: Gigginstown House Stud Colours: MAROON, WHITE star, Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland armlets and cap.

Breeder: Geoffrey Thompson Form: 06-5016 Sponsor: Gordon Elliott TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grade 1 winner as a novice chaser and back to his best this season, winning Punchestown handicap in February before a good run behind younger rivals in handicap at the Cheltenham Festival. Will stay long distances and just the type to take to this test. Another big player for Gordon Elliott.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 144

38 DOMAINE DE L’ISLE (FR) (42)

Robbie Power

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B g Shantou (USA) - Midnight Gift (IRE)

Harry Skelton

10 10 8

Colours: PINK and WHITE (halved), Owner: Robcour Trainer: Henry de Bromhead, Ireland BLACK sleeves, BLACK cap, PINK Breeder: Guy Pariente Holding SPRL star.

Form: 143/-00P TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Kerry National in autumn 2019 but no show this term having been off a long time, never a factor on first go over this sort of trip in last month’s Cross Country at Cheltenham. Very hard to fancy.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 145 (-5)

37 DEATH DUTY (IRE) (25)

Tom O’Brien

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Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Colours: EMERALD GREEN and Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead YELLOW (quartered), WHITE Breeder: Ms Margaret Leahy sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited Form: 1P-22P2 TIMEFORM VIEW Good record at Sandown, running well again there on latest start 9 weeks ago having not been seen to best effect in the Welsh National. Could surprise a few if he’s still there on the second circuit. One of 2 in the late Trevor Hemmings colours carried to victory Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 145 in this 3 times from 2005 to 2015.

35 BLAKLION (GB) (49)

Non Runner

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Colours:ER EMERALD GREEN, N hoops, YELLOW cap.

YELLOW UN P4-021F Form: BF R N NO TIMEFORM VIEW Back to his best this season, winning 21f Ascot handicap in January Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe Breeder: Mr Eugene McDermott

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32 AGUSTA GOLD (IRE) (23)

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B g Shirocco (GER) - Last of Her Line

Owner: Mr T. F. F. Nixon Colours: DARK GREEN and Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow ORANGE (quartered), ORANGE Breeder: T. F. F. Nixon sleeves and cap.

Sponsor: Think Creative Consultants Ltd Form: 1-30231 TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever this term, relishing the emphasis on stamina as he went clear from Fiddlerontheroof in the mud at Ascot 7 weeks ago. Same mark here (rider unable to use his 5lb claim), and he should be suited by this test. Could ruffle a few feathers.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143 (+4)

33 COMMODORE (FR) (120) Gr g Fragrant Mix (IRE) - Morvandelle (FR)

10 10 5

Charlie Deutsch

SCHOOL BOY HOURS (IRE) (23) 9 10 5

B g Presenting - Trinity Alley (IRE)

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ROMAIN DE SENAM (FR) (21)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Salvatrixe (FR)

Sean Flanagan

10 10 5

Owner: Judith Wilson Colours: RED, WHITE star, RED and Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington BLACK striped sleeves, WHITE cap, Breeder: Pierre Senamaud & Dr Jacques Detre BLACK star.

Sponsor: W & S Recycling Form: 4B143-P TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser at up to an easy 3m for Paul Nicholls/Dan Skelton. Off 11 months and pulled up for new connections in Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago, and all to prove after that. Engaged 4.05 here Friday. RESERVE. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 142 (-3)

Philip Armson

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Owner: Mr John P. McManus Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Noel Meade, Ireland YELLOW hoops, PURPLE cap.

Breeder: Richard & Martin O’Keeffe Form: 243-61P BF Sponsor: Meade TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of good runs over fences before putting it all together on his return in hot Leopardstown handicap at Christmas (Enjoy d’Allen third). Fancied for the Kim Muir at Cheltenham off this mark but a mistake 4 out did for him and he wasn’t given a hard time. Interesting if he gets in. RESERVE. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/3/2022 it Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 142 (-2) was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.

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Owner: Mrs C Watson & Mrs S Graham Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford stripe and sleeves.

Breeder: Herve d’Armaille Form: P/2U0P-1 Sponsor: Faucets Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Grey much improved back from a wind op/10 months off when running his rivals ragged in Cheltenham Grade 3 handicap in December, travelling and jumping well and coming clear with plenty in hand. Yard has had a fantastic season and won this with a 100/1-stunner in 2009. Also Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 142 declared 4.15. RESERVE.

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Hugh Nugent

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8 10 6

40 FORTESCUE (GB) (49)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 44

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

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Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 30, 35. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9, 21, 28.

Hood worn by No. 22. Blinkers worn by No. 4, 5, 15, 18.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 17, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 33, 36, 38, 43.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 23, 32.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 7, 12, 17, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 34. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 29.

2021: MINELLA TIMES (IRE) 8 10 3 Rachael Blackmore 11-1 (Henry de Bromhead) 40 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-1 Any Second Now (IRE), 12-1 Snow Leopardess (GB), 14-1 Minella Times (IRE), 16-1 Delta Work (FR), Escaria Ten (FR), Enjoy d’Allen (FR), 18-1 Longhouse Poet (IRE), 20-1 Eclair Surf (FR), 22-1 Fiddlerontheroof (IRE), 25-1 Run Wild Fred (IRE), 28-1 Burrows Saint (FR), 33-1 Discorama (FR), Death Duty (IRE), 40-1 Mount Ida (IRE), Two For Gold (IRE), Cloth Cap (IRE), Fortescue (GB), 50-1 Santini (GB), Good Boy Bobby (IRE), Coko Beach (FR), De Rasher Counter (GB), Kildisart (IRE),Dingo Dollar (IRE), Noble Yeats (IRE), 66-1 Lostintranslation (IRE), Anibale Fly (FR), Mighty Thunder (GB), Blaklion (GB), 80-1 Brahma Bull (IRE), Samcro (IRE), Top Ville Ben (IRE), Freewheelin Dylan (IRE), Deise Aba (IRE), 150-1 Agusta Gold (IRE), Domaine de L’Isle (FR), 200-1 Class Conti (FR), Poker Party (FR), 500-1 Commodore (FR), School Boy Hours (IRE), Romain de Senam (FR), Roi Mage (FR)

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Race Summary: ANY SECOND NOW ran a screamer without much going his way in last year’s National, catching the eye with a big move late on having had little luck in-running. Clearly saved for this, he warmed up with a pleasing win in a good time from 3 of today’s rivals at Fairyhouse 6 weeks ago and can give Ireland their fifth victory in the last 6 renewals. Gordon Elliott holds a mighty hand, Delta Work and Death Duty particularly strong. Last year’s winner MinellaTimes may have his work cut out.

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Where any customer is entitled (pursuant to clause 13) to any refund, in order to qualify for such refund the customer must follow the procedure listed opposite: 13.1 Make a note of the reference numbers of all badges and car park labels (these numbers will be found on the front of each badge or label).

TODAY’S OFFICIALS STEWARDS LOUISE MOORE (CHIEF STEWARD) PETER HEATON (STEWARD’S PANEL CHAIR) POLLY GRECO KELLY O’BOYLE GUY UPTON

STARTERS LEE JONES CIARAN MCKEE JUDGES MICHAEL ROBERTS KATIE DAWSON CLERK OF THE SCALES PAUL CHAMPION EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS MICHAEL TURNER MELANIE SHEPPARD JANE SOUTHAM BETTING RING MANAGERS GEOFF NEWELL KEVIN EVANS COMMENTATOR MARK SLATER VETERINARY OFFICER JOCELYN HABERSHON-BUTCHER

13.2 Send the badges, and/or labels along with a covering letter stating the full name and address of the sender and, if different from that of sender, the full name and address of the purchaser of the badges or labels to: Refund Office, Chester Race Company Limited, The Racecourse, Chester, CH1 2LY. To be valid, requests for refunds must be received in writing within one month of the abandoned raceday. The Company shall have no responsibility or liability of any nature in respect of any refund request received after that time.

14 All persons visiting the Racecourse are admitted subject to these Regulations and to the Rules of Racing. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to/or to remove from the Racecourse, in its absolute discretion and without giving any reasons, any person failing to comply with such Rules and Regulations or whose presence is, in its absolute discretion, a source of danger or annoyance and shall have no obligation to give any reason therefore.

15 The Company shall in no circumstances be liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense or any consequential or indirect loss or damage of any kind.

PRIZE MONEY 16 The Horserace Betting Levy Board General Prize Fund scheme provides for the inclusion of £238,900 at this Racecourse in 2020.

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME AND FORM GUIDE £3.00 Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse

VETERINARY SURGEONS JOHN SPENCER RICHARD OWEN HEATHER WALLACE MEDICAL OFFICERS OWEN RICHARDS SRMO CHRIS REYNOLDS DAVID THOMAS PHILIP PRITCHARDS SPARK MEDICS MEDICS UK HORSE AMBULANCE NICK JONES NURSE GILL WHITTAKER FARRIER SUPPLIED BY FORDEN FARRIERS CHIEF EXECUTIVE LOUISE STEWART CLERK OF THE COURSE ANDREW MORRIS GENERAL MANAGER JEANNIE CHANTLER HEAD GROUNDSMAN ANDREW MALAM

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING 17 It is a condition of entry that only individuals possessing a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets. Anyone contravening this condition will be evicted.

EVACUATION PROCEDURE 18 Bangor Racecourse has enhanced Safety & Security measures to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment of the day.

However, an incident may occur which is beyond our control and it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency.

We employ professionally trained and experienced stewards who are located predominantly around the course and are identifiable by their uniform.

In the event of a situation that requires partial or full evacuation of the stands or racecourse, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your immediate belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and calmly with the guidance of the stewards.

The above is precautionary only and we trust that the procedures will never be required. However, in the event of an emergency, remember: • Take your belongings with you; • Under the directions of the stewards, proceed quickly and calmly to the safe area.

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