Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Friday 10th February

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

FRIDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2023

Good Afternoon,

Welcome to the RPM North Wales National Meeting here at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse, featuring the brand-new race, the RPM North Wales National. This is the first meeting of 2023 due to unfortunately having to abandon The Tote Hen Galan Meeting in January.

Today is also the first raceday for Patrick Chesters or Paddy as he is commonly known, as General Manager after taking over from Jeannie Chantler who led the racecourse for over two decades, ensuring the successful progression of this fabulous National Hunt course.

Today we have seven exciting races on the card. First in the order is The John Hewitt Memorial ‘Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase at 1:20pm. Our second and third races are our highest value races of the day – The Matthias Moran EBF Mares’ Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase and The RPM North Wales National Handicap Steeple Chase, both with a grand prize of £15,000 Finally, the day’s racing will close at 4:35pm with The Morogowsky Family Mares’ Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race.

I’d like to extend our thanks to today’s sponsors – Regional Property Maintenance, Golden Sunset Holidays, the Moran family and extended family and friends. All here at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse are grateful for your support.

We next race here at the only racecourse in North Wales on Saturday 25th March 2023 for The Spring Meeting.

Tickets for all our 2023 fixtures are now on sale including hospitality bookings. You can find more information on these dates as well as book your tickets on our website bangorondeeraces.co.uk.

Richard Aston, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

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CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING

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

1ST RACE 1.20PM

JOHN HEWITT MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ CHASE

MATTHIAS MORAN EBF MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP CHASE (EBF MARES’ CHASE SERIES QUALIFIER) KEMPTON

2ND RACE 1.50PM

THE BILL PUSEY MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE

KEMPTON 3.00PM THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP CHASE

RACE 3.25PM

VOGELBERG FAMILY EBF “NATIONAL HUNT” NOVICES’ HURDLE (QUALIFIER)

KEMPTON 3.35PM THE VISIT RACINGTV.COM HANDICAP HURDLE 6TH RACE 4.10PM

BASEY FAMILY NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE

MOROGOWSKY FAMILY MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

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

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WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) 6 11 4

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

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 -

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. Aguide 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.

HOW TO BET WITH A RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET STRAIGHT

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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.

COURSE FACTS & STATS

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 (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:

D MCCAIN (65 wins from 305 runners, 21%) runs MISTER WHITAKER (1.20), CONQUREDALOFEUROPE (2.20), BARNABAS COLLINS and HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (2.50), WASPY and LOVIN JUKEBOX (3.25), ESME SHELBY (4.35).

F O’BRIEN (14 wins from 67 runners, 21%) runs TEQUILA BLAZE (1.50), FEEL THE PINCH (2.50), CRAMBO (3.25).

J CANDLISH (14 wins from 93 runners, 15%) runs BASFORD (4.00).

D SKELTON (14 wins from 113 runners, 12%) runs KELSEY PARK (3.25), WHENTHEPENNYDROPS (4.35).

G HANMER (13 wins from 88 runners, 15%) runs LOCH GARMAN ARIS (2.20), DEE EIRE (3.25).

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D SKELTON (13 wins from 62 runners, 21%) runners listed above

O MURPHY (12 wins from 44 runners, 27%) runs KENAHOPE (4.35).

P NICHOLLS (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runs SECRET INVESTOR (1.20).

FERGAL O’BRIEN (9 wins from 35 runners, 26%) runners listed above

D MCCAIN (8 wins from 54 runners, 15%) runners listed above

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

BRIAN HUGHES (51 wins from 213 rides, 24%) rides CONQUREDALOFEUROPE (2.20), HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (2.50), WASPY (3.25).

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (12 wins from 85 rides, 14%) rides REWIRED (2.50),

INTEL DES BRUYERES (3.25), IMPERIAL B G (4.00).

SEAN QUINLAN (12 wins from 89 rides, 13%) rides GLITTERING LOVE (2.20), ONE STEP UP (3.25), BASFORD (4.00).

GAVIN SHEEHAN (9 wins from 39 rides, 23%) rides SKANDIBURG (2.20), SPITFIRE GIRL (4.35).

CHARLIE DEUTSCH (8 wins from 50 rides, 16%) rides DON HERBAGER (2.20), RAMO (4.00).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

BRIAN HUGHES (11 wins from 65 rides, 17%) rides listed above.

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (8 wins from 38 rides, 21%) rides listed above.

MR JACK ANDREWS (6 wins from 12 rides, 50%) rides MISTER WHITAKER (1.20).

REX DINGLE (5 wins from 20 rides, 25%) rides DRASH ON RUBY (4.35).

DEREK FOX (4 wins from 13 rides, 31%) rides CAMP BELAN (2.20).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.20 MISTER WHITAKER (down 4 grades); 1.20 SECRET INVESTOR (down 2); 3.25 CRAMBO (down 5 grades); 4.35 CRIQUETTE (down 2).

FANCY THAT

D MCCAIN won the 3.25 race in 2017, 2020 and 2022. The stable is represented by LOVIN JUKEBOX AND WASPY in the race today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

EFFERNOCK FIZZ (1.50) trained by C Collins, Ireland.

CAMP BELAN (2.20) & BUDDHA SCHEME (2.20) trained by L Russell, Kinross, distance of 281 miles.

DRASH ON RUBY (4.35) trained by J Scott, Dulverton, distance of 232 miles.

ATJIMA (4.35) trained by V Dartnall, Barnstaple, distance of 223 miles.

SECRET INVESTOR (1.20) trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, distance of 221 miles.

MIAH GRACE (1.50) trained by J O’Keeffe, Leyburn, distance of 195 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th February.

1. DONALD MCCAIN

2. BRIAN HUGHES

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Paul Nicholls boasts an excellent 30% strike-rate (+£22.42 level stakes profit) with his chase runners at this venue and Secret Investor is his sole runner on today’s card in the opening 1.20 contest

SECRET INVESTOR is entitled to improve for his return off a long break at Chepstow in December and, given he saw off the exceptional Clan Des Obeaux in the Denman Chase in February 2021, he demands respect in this contest. Mister Whitaker makes his return to action after 308 days off the track but is feared most, while Dieu Vivant also merits consideration for a reputable stable.

WIN: SECRET INVESTOR

DANGER: MISTER WHITAKER

2022 Welsh Champion Hurdle heroine Effernock Fizz switches back to fences following two runs on the Flat and over timber this year and should not be taken lightly, but a 4lb rise from her latest success at Newcastle looks unlikely to stop MIAH GRACE following up in this contest. Fable disappointed last time but can’t be dismissed representing powerful connections.

WIN: MIAH GRACE

DANGER: EFFERNOCK FIZZ

There has been no stopping The Questioner in recent contests and the hat-trick seeking son of Ask has to enter calculations, despite a 6lb rise for his latest success at Doncaster, but it could pay to take a chance on GLITTERING LOVE. Only narrowly denied on his most recent outing over 3m2f at Kelso, he could improve for a stiffer stamina test and make his presence felt Eclair De Guye is another worthy of consideration.

WIN: GLITTERING LOVE

DANGER: THE QUESTIONER

GWENNIE MAY BOY wasn’t disgraced when finishing runner-up to a smart recruit in Grain d’Oudairies over C&D in November and he could prove tough to beat off this opening mark. Hidalgo De L’isle could also have more to offer in this sphere and may pose the chief threat if proving as effective on this drop to an extended 2m from 2m4f. Rewired is another to note on this quick turnout, after placing second on Saturday at Musselburgh.

WIN: GWENNIE MAY BOY

DANGER: HIDAGO DE L’ISLE

CRAMBO is clearly highly thought of having contested the Grade 1 Challow Hurdle at Newbury on New Year’s Eve and a subsequent wind procedure may see the six-year-old return to winning ways in this lesser event Waspy makes his hurdling bow after finishing third on his Rules debut in a bumper at Wetherby and this point-to-point winner may improve. Kankin is another to note.

WIN: CRAMBO

DANGER: WASPY

The step up in trip can work the oracle for BASFORD having been runner-up over shorter at Sedgefield the last twice. Conditions look to be in his favour and he can see off the likes of comfortable Ayr winner Horacio Apple’s and the unexposed Ramo, who is of interest on his first go at this distance off what looks a workable mark.

WIN: BASFORD

DANGER: HORACIO APPLE’S

Now that the penny has dropped for WELL VICKY, who won readily at Hereford last time, there should be plenty more to come from the daughter of Well Chosen. Spitfire Girl never went a yard on heavy ground at Ffos Las and she is much better judged on her narrow defeat at Uttoxeter in December, while Drash On Ruby looked to have benefitted from wind surgery when third on her most recent outing.

WIN: WELL VICKY

DANGER: SPITFIRE GIRL

JOHN HEWITT

John Hewitt had a passion for racing which gave him immense pleasure throughout his life.

He enjoyed hunting with the Flint and Denbigh and the Anglesey Drag, often accompanied by his daughter, Karen and son, Richard.

He loved riding in Point-to-Points and, in later life, supporting his horses at race meetings across the UK.

His children Karen, Richard and Alex are delighted to sponsor a race in his memory.

FIRST RACE 1.20

for six yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7000

THE JOHN HEWITT MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

3M 5Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3476 to the winning horse The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217 for six yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. Golden Sunset Holidays has kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner trainer and jockey. Along with the presentation of the John Hewitt Memorial Trophy to be returned to the racecourse by 1st February 2024 In addition, £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £35. - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3022; Second £1511; Third £755; Fourth £378; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3476.90) HC

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SECRET

INVESTOR

B g Kayf Tara - Silver Charmer

Owner: Mr C. J. Hitchings

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

(GB) (69) 11 12 6

Hunt: Blackmore & Sparkford Vale

Sponsor: Morson Group

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE spots. Form: 02/101/-6 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who shaped as if he retains plenty of ability when sixth at Chepstow on reappearance. Should have no trouble landing this.

2 DIEU

VIVANT

(FR) (76) 10 12 2

B g Network (GER) - Panique Pas (FR)

Owner: Mr P. Chesters

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Hunt: Sir W.W. Wynn’s

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: BROWN, GREY cap. Form: 313-040 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended losing run stretching back 2 years in hunter chase company at Southwell last season. Not at best so far this term and a couple of others make much more appeal.

3 CHERIF DE L’ISLE (FR) (26) 11 11 12

Gr g Fragrant Mix (IRE) - Quelle Surprise (FR)

Owner: Mr C Sage

Trainer: Miss H. Brookshaw, Stoke Heath

Hunt: Sir W.W. Wynn’s

Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN stars, DARK GREEN sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap, DARK GREEN star Form: 433/0-04

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest start over fences for Gordon Elliott and only fourth in a point recently Up against it.

4

MISTER WHITAKER (IRE) (308) 11 11 12

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Benbradagh Vard (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Hunt: Cheshire

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form: 21234P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap chaser for Mick Channon. Landed a novice at Kelso over hurdles last season but below form over fences last 3 outings. Something to prove after 10 months off but a classy sort for hunters if recapturing his form.

5

WHEESHT (IRE) (26) 9 11 9

Br m Scorpion (IRE) - Retain That Magic (IRE)

Owner: Ms A. Sargeant

Trainer: Miss H. Brookshaw, Stoke Heath

Hunt: North Shropshire

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE stars, chevrons on sleeves. Form: 51-2532 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser who has won between the flags and placed the last twice in that sphere. Needs to up her game. Star Rating

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 4.

Rating 104

Miss Natalie Parker (3)

Mr Jack Andrews

Miss Aimee Jones (7)

The Result

Betting

40-1 Wheesht (IRE)

Race Summary:

This is a thin hunter and SECRET INVESTOR should have too much class for his rivals Mister Whitaker is the likeliest to capitalise if the selection fluffs his lines

1-2-3:

1.SECRET INVESTOR 2.MISTER WHITAKER (IRE) 3.DIEU VIVANT (FR)

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HAPPY 60TH BIRTHDAY MATTHIAS

for novice five yrs old and upwards mares

Total prize fund £15000

THE MATTHIAS MORAN EBF MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (EBF Mares’ Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

2M 4F 72Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for novice five yrs old and upwards mares only, which are E.B.F eligible £75 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). The Moran Family will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £50 to the stable attendant in charge of the Best Turned out Horse in the race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have generously contributed towards the prize money for this race Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ Novices’ Steeple Chase Series, to be run over two miles about five furlongs at Cheltenham on Thursday, April 20th, 2023. 10 entries, 5 at £15 and 5 at £75. - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 EFFERNOCK FIZZ (IRE) (5)

B m Lovelace - Manx Fizz

Owner: Mr T. B. Sheridan

Trainer: Cian Collins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr T. B. Sheridan

8 11 10

Colours: YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN diamond, diamonds on sleeves, GREY cap Form: 102120

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful mare. Won Welsh Champion Hurdle (Handicap) at Ffos Las in October and second over fences at Cheltenham a fortnight later. Stepped up on recent Flat run when not disgraced in big-field handicap hurdle at Leopardstown and respected back in this sphere.

2 MIAH GRACE (GB) (64) 8 11 4

B m Malinas (GER) - Silver Gypsy (IRE)

Owner: Caron & Paul Chapman

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE armlets. Form: 2336/-21

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who missed last season but has returned as good as ever over fences, second here (17.3f) before going one better at Newcastle, beating a subsequent winner Will be at least as effective at this trip and may do better again.

3

EUREKA CREEK (IRE) (46) 7 10 12

B m Jet Away - Copper River (IRE)

Owner: Sailing to Byzantium

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: T. Nolan & K. Leavy

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

Colours: PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN disc, sleeves and cap Form: 3215-16 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful pointer/hurdler who made an impressive winning start to life over fences on the back of a breathing operation in handicap at Uttoxeter (22.5f) in November Modest at Wincanton on Boxing Day but worth another chance back at a left-handed track. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed throughout. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 128

4

FABLE (FR) (50) 8 10 9

B m Coastal Path - Toscane des Fleurs (FR)

Owner: Owners Group 078

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Herve Spezza & Mme

Marynege Spezza

Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 211/P-2P

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a bright start over hurdles in 2021, landing 2 of her 3 starts in mares’ events at up to 3m Shaped as if amiss sole run last term but went close at Sandown on chase bow/ return. Ran no sort of race at Ffos Las since, however. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/12/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

5

TEQUILA BLAZE (GB) (52) 9 10 5

B m Sakhee (USA) - Miss Sassi

Owner: The Tequila Tipplers

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: C. F. C. Jackson

Sponsor: Bresbet

Colours: MAROON and GREY check, GREY sleeves, MAROON armlets, MAROON cap Form: 123P-F5

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler who made mistakes before falling 2 out in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (22.5f, good to soft) on debut over fences/return. Below par back over hurdles since and up against it from out of the weights.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

M. J. M. O’Sullivan (5)

Adam Wedge

Nico de Boinville

Connor Brace

The Result

Betting Forecast:

5-4

Race Summary:

EUREKA CREEK looked unsuited going right-handed at Wincanton last time so is worth another chance to confirm the promise of his impressive chase debut win at Uttoxeter. Miah Grace has made a bright start over fences after a long absence and is feared most ahead of Irish-raider Effernock Fizz.

1-2-3:

1.EUREKA CREEK (IRE) 2.MIAH GRACE 3.EFFERNOCK FIZZ (IRE)

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THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

No Horse Age st lb

1 REILLY (IRE) (69)

B g Milan - Flowers On Sunday (IRE)

Owner: Mr John J Reilly

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Oliver Loughlin

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

7 12 0

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE seams, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, ORANGE cap

Form: 2441-26

3M

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on his hurdles form right away when second at Warwick on return/chase bow, clear of rest. Disappointed at Chepstow since, though, and headgear now applied. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117 Harry Skelton

2 ONEUPMANSHIP (IRE) (78)

Ch g Mahler - Letthisbetheone (IRE)

Owner: Charlie Walker & Phil Fry

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Breeder: Capel Bloodstock

Sponsor: P3P Partners LLP

8 11 10

Colours: CHAMPAGNE, BLACK hoops and sleeves, RED cap

Form: 41/4FP-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who was in process of making a good first attempt over fences when falling at Ffos Las in December Disappointed both starts since (left Jack Barber prior to return), though stable back amongst the winners. Tongue tie/ headgear on 1st time Has had wind op Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 113

3 KILFILUM WOODS (IRE) (51)

B g Beat Hollow - Cheryls Island (IRE)

Owner: Mr Martin Hughes

Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury

Breeder: Mrs Mary Margaret Roche

Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

7 11 7

Colours: PURPLE and WHITE diamonds, PURPLE sleeves.

Form: 35-2424

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Just failed on chase/handicap bow at Huntingdon (19.9f, good to soft) in November but well held in heavy ground at Lingfield since. Worth another chance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

4 PASS ME BY (GB) (79) 7 11 7

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Materiality

Owner: Wendy & Malcolm Hezel

Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: PURPLE, PINK stars, PURPLE sleeves, PURPLE cap, PINK star

Form: 431F-24 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler who improved for a switch to chasing when second in a Worcester handicap on reappearance and shaped as if still in form when fourth at Hereford. Not taken lightly Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110 Harry Bannister

5

REVASSER (IRE) (11)

B g Ask - Open Cry (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. H. Betts

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: J. D. Flood

Sponsor: Broadwater Mouldings Ltd

6 11 6

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE braces, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars and stars on cap.

Form: 064-54P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to connections’ useful hurdler/smart chaser Le Reve and made a winning start in a Warwick bumper in spring 2021. Best effort over hurdles when 2 lengths fourth in 23.5f Fakenham handicap debut on New Year’s Day. Pulled up early at Plumpton 11 days ago but should make a chaser STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 30/1/2023 it was reported that the jockey p.u believing something amiss. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109 Aidan Coleman 6

BADDESLEY (IRE) (40) 8

B g Presenting - Fox Theatre (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester

Breeder: Ms N. Metcalfe

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

11 4

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots.

Form: 6-4315P

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles at the seventh attempt when making virtually all at Plumpton (20.5f, soft) in November but put in a lacklustre effort there 12 days later and ran even worse in first-time headgear at Fakenham on New Year’s Day. Bit to prove now chasing. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107 Harry Cobden

7 SMOKING PIGEON (GB) (28) 9 11 4

B g Midnight Legend - Velvet Dove

Owner: Kilkenny Racing Partnership

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Pauline Harkin

Sponsor: Bresbet

Colours: RED, WHITE sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE spots.

Form: 323F-31 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who stepped up on chase bow/return when off the mark at Huntingdon 4 weeks ago Low mileage for his age and should have more to offer over fences. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107 Liam Harrison (3)

Jockey

Jonathan Burke

Daryl Jacob

8

LOVE ACTUALLY (IRE) (42) 7 11 3

Br m Shirocco (GER) - Elsie (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Michelle Anne Crook

Trainer: Keiran Burke, Whitcombe Breeder: Mr W. C. Moore

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, sleeves and cap Form: 53-6151 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who doubled her tally over hurdles at Taunton in November and got right back on track when making a successful chasing debut there in December Another bold showing likely Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106

9 MOONAMACAROONA (GB) (42)

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Forever Present (IRE)

Owner: Netherfield House Stud

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Netherfield House Stud

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

7 11

0

Colours: BROWN, SILVER braid, WHITE cap Form: 2552-5P

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 2 of her 3 starts in bumpers but failed to get her head in front over hurdles after 9 attempts, finding things too competitive at Taunton (23.9f, good to soft) 6 weeks ago. Visor applied on chase bow. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 103

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Visor worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2.

Harry Kimber (3)

Tom Cannon

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 7, 9.

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

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: KILLER KANE (IRE) 7 11 10 Brendan Powell 11-2 (Colin Tizzard) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Smoking Pigeon (GB), Love Actually (IRE), 9-2 Pass Me By (GB), 9-1 Oneupmanship (IRE), 11-1 Reilly (IRE), 14-1 Kilfilum Woods (IRE), Revasser (IRE), 18-1 Moonamacaroona (GB), 22-1 Baddesley (IRE)

Race Summary:

ONEUPMANSHIP has been given a chance by the handicapper and his stable has hit form recently, so he could be worth chancing Love Actually showed a terrific attitude when making a winning chase bow at Taunton so is a solid alternative, while the low-mileage Smoking Pigeon probably has more to offer after winning at Huntingdon on his second chase start.

1-2-3:

1.ONEUPMANSHIP (IRE) 2.LOVE ACTUALLY (IRE) 3.SMOKING PIGEON

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THIRD RACE 2.20

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15000

THE RPM NORTH WALES NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

3M 5F 142Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7716 to the winning horse The second to receive £3547, the third £1774, the fourth £886, the fifth £444, the sixth £220, the seventh £111 and the eighth £55. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb RPM has kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £100 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries, 0 at £15 and 22 at £75. - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5892; Second £2946; Third £1473; Fourth £737; Fifth £368; Sixth £185; Seventh £92; Eighth £47. (Penalty Value £7716) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

No Horse

Age st lb

Jockey 1

SKANDIBURG (FR) (33) 9 12 0

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Skandia (FR)

Owner: Mr R. H. F. Fuller

Trainer: Charlotte Fuller, Penwood

Breeder: Mr Emmanuel Leclerc

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: DARK GREEN, ROYAL BLUE epaulets. Form: 02-0055

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 25f over hurdles. Last of 5 in handicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f, soft) 33 days ago, soon off bridle Thirteen runs since last win in 2020. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117 Gavin

2 ECLAIR DE GUYE (FR) (29) 9 11 12

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Jouvence de Guye (FR)

Owner: E R Wakelin, R W Hayward & J J W Wadham

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: G.A.E.C. Delorme Gerard & Vincent

Sponsor: Texo Scaffolding

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star, chevrons on sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap Form: 0P2-342

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick, second of 6 in handicap chase at Catterick (30f, heavy) 29 days ago Enters calculations off the same mark here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115 (+2)

3

GLITTERING LOVE (IRE) (43) 11 11 11

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Glittering Image (IRE)

Owner: The Fife Boys + 1

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Breeder: D. Robb

Sponsor: KingdomTaverns,EquineProductsLtd(EquineNutrition)

Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, YELLOW sleeves, RED armlets, RED cap Form: 642P-62

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely campaigned over fences in recent seasons, and good second of 11 in handicap chase at Kelso (26.2f, heavy) 43 days ago, sticking to task. Not taken lightly despite 3lb rise. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114 Sean Quinlan

4

CONQUREDALOFEUROPE (IRE) (16) 8 11 11

B g Presenting - Sleepless Eye

Owner: The Horse Watchers 9

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE seams and sleeves, BLACK cap

Form: 42F-232

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who has shaped well on all 3 outings for his current stable, second of 4 at Catterick (3m1f) last time Solid claims once more with this longer trip a plus.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114 Brian Hughes

5

DON HERBAGER (FR) (31) 9 11 11

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Marie d’Altoria (FR)

Owner: Hereford Racing Club

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: P. Desmard, C. Le Blay & A. Desmard

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

Colours: BEIGE, DARK GREEN chevrons, BEIGE cap

Form: 5141-54 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last term who got back on track when fourth of 8 in handicap chase at Exeter (24.2f, heavy) 31 days ago Not dismissed eased 1lb

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114 Charlie Deutsch

6

BEATTHEBULLET (IRE) (70) 9 11 9

Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Top Quality

Owner: Conyers, O’Reilly, Roddis, Zeffman

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Thistletown Stud

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: ORANGE, RED, PURPLE & DARK BLUE spectrum, WHITE collar and sleeves and peak to cap Form: P4P-P0F

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over fences at Exeter last season but hasn’t gone on from that effort since. Others make more appeal.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112 Ben Jones

Sheehan

Bryony Frost

7 NO CRUISE YET (GB) (83) 8 11 9

B g Passing Glance - Claradotnet

Owner: RGM Partnership

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: G. D. Kendrick

Sponsor: Keighley Steel

Colours: BROWN, GREEN diamond and sleeves, ORANGE cap

Form: 1311-21

TIMEFORM VIEW Really likeable staying chaser who went one better than on his reappearance with a gutsy display to land 9-runner handicap chase at Haydock (28.4f, good to soft) 83 days ago Up 3lb but still a player.

8

BUDDHA SCHEME (IRE) (68) 9 11 8

B g Milan - Benefit Scheme (IRE)

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Mr P. Murphy

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: P/4F1-3P

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning handicap chaser but he turned in a below form effort when pulled up at Kelso in December Needs to get back on track.

9

CAMP BELAN (IRE) (27) 7 11 7

B g Milan - Glencree Spirit (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S Russell & A M Russell

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Stephen Campion

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW braces, sleeves and cap. Form: U0-2164

TIMEFORM VIEW Thorough stayer who got off the mark at Kelso in November but he’s been below par on both runs since. More is needed despite mark easing.

10 THE QUESTIONER (IRE) (31) 7 11 0

Ch g Ask - Cush Bach (IRE)

Owner: Salmon Racing

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: R. McCarthy

Sponsor: Amelia Knight Holdings Limited, Swansway

Colours: PINK, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap, BLACK stars. Form: 1-52211

TIMEFORM VIEW Different proposition since sent handicapping with cheekpieces enlisted and bids for a hat-trick after wins at Ascot and Doncaster (3m2f). Impressed on his chasing bow on latter occasion so big shout with more to offer over this longer trip

11

MOROZOV COCKTAIL (IRE) (13) 7 10 11

B g Morozov (USA) - Gold Platinum (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs N Wrigley & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Breeder: W. Austin

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED hoops, quartered cap. Form: 21-5336

TIMEFORM VIEW In good nick until coming in only sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Doncaster (24f) 13 days ago Back up in distance and the sort to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

12

BRETNEY (IRE) (5) 8 10 9

B g Milan - Pearl Buttons

Owner: Slater Stockwood Nicholson Partnership

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

Colours: ORANGE, PINK epaulets, WHITE sleeves, PINK armlets, PINK cap, ORANGE stars.

Form: 2-4134P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched his second success in this sphere at Hereford in November but not at his best both runs since, pulled up there last time. Needs to get back on track.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/2/2023 it was reported that the horse erred early-on losing momentum. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

13

EVENT OF SIVOLA (FR) (27) 9 10 9

Ch g Noroit (GER) - Surprise de Sivola (FR)

Owner: CW Racing Club & URSA Major Racing

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Mr Gilles Trapenard

Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing, Elstone Engineering

Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars.

Form: 3-PU105

TIMEFORM VIEW Won marathon event at Hexham in November but below that form both starts since. Others are preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 98

14

LOCH GARMAN ARIS (IRE) (15) 13 10 2

B g Jammaal - See Em Aime (IRE)

Owner: The Brookes Family

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: M. Bolger & J. Lazenby

Colours: ORANGE, large LIGHT GREEN spots, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, ORANGE spots.

Form: PU2P-PB C

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran won twice in the mud at Bangor in May 2021 but has completed only once since, though brought down 13th at Wetherby last time 8lb out of the handicap so others remain easier to fancy.

Star RatingHHIII

Official BHA Rating 83

Jamie

Henry Brooke

Mr William Easterby (5)

Tom O’Brien

Hamilton

Tabitha Worsley (3)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Blinkers worn first time by No. 12, 14. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 11. Visor worn by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10

The Result

2022: DON HERBAGER (FR) 8 10 11 Charlie Deutsch 5-1 (Venetia Williams) 9 ran

Betting Forecast:

5-1 Eclair de Guye (FR), The Questioner (IRE), 7-1 No Cruise Yet (GB), 9-1 Conquredalofeurope (IRE), 10-1 Glittering Love (IRE), 14-1 Bretney (IRE), 16-1 Morozov Cocktail (IRE), 20-1 Don Herbager (FR), 22-1 Skandiburg (FR), Camp Belan (IRE), 25-1 Beatthebullet (IRE), 28-1 Buddha Scheme (IRE), 33-1 Event of Sivola (FR), 100-1 Loch Garman Aris (IRE)

Race Summary:

A few with chances but THE QUESTIONER created a good impression when going in on his chasing debut at Doncaster so edges the vote. No Cruise Yet is also a likeable sort and he is feared most on the back of his Haydock success, although Eclair de Guye is weighted to go well and Conquredalofeurope is another who brings solid credentials to the table in a competitive handicap

1-2-3:

1.THE QUESTIONER (IRE) 2.NO CRUISE YET 3.ECLAIR DE GUYE (FR)

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No Horse Age st lb

1 ALL A STRUGGLE (GB) (51) 6 11 5

B g Kayf Tara - Hot Rhythm

Owner: Mr Martin Hughes

Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury

Breeder: Mr P. P. Symonds

Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

Colours: PURPLE and WHITE diamonds, PURPLE sleeves.

Form: 40

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara gelding. Shaped like a stayer when fourth on debut in a Warwick bumper (2m) in May but received early reminders and was always behind on return/hurdles debut at Lingfield (19.5f) in December Cheekpieces on for 1st time

2M 5F

Jockey

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingDaryl Jacob

2 ENDERSEN (IRE) (52) 6 11 5

B g Ask - Molly Con (IRE)

Owner: The Forever Partnership Two

Trainer: Richard Rowe, Pulborough Breeder: John Mounsey

Sponsor: Southern Cranes & Access Limited

Colours: WHITE, RED chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap

Form: P/543-6P

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who was probably flattered when sixth of 8 at Ascot on his only outing in bumpers and went with no encouragement switched to hurdling at Plumpton 4 weeks later. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Niall Houlihan (3)

3 GAME WINNER (FR) (40) 7 11 5

Br g Diamond Boy (FR) - Quelle Eria (FR)

Owner: JDL Racing Club

Trainer: Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Mr A. Leborgne, Mlle I. Leborgne et al

Sponsor: All Sport Insurance Services Ltd

Colours: RED, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap.

Form: 4-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when fourth at Hereford only start in bumpers for Paul Nicholls and shaped well sent hurdling after 10 months off when second of 16 at Exeter (18.5f, heavy) 40 days ago Sure to improve and will take all the beating. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA RatingPaul O’Brien

4 PIPER TOM (IRE) (46) 5 11 5

B g Presenting - Fly Town (IRE)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Piper Tom

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Arthur England

Sponsor: Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap

Form: 3-0

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 Presenting gelding. Third sole start in Irish points but tongue tied and failed to meet expectations in a Huntingdon bumper on Boxing Day. Upped significantly in trip for hurdle debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Jonjo O’Neill Jr

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

The Result

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

2022: TIGERTEN 5 11 3 Tom Scudamore 5-1 (David Bridgwater) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

2-11 Game Winner (FR), 15-2 Piper Tom (IRE), 25-1 All A Struggle (GB), 33-1 Endersen (IRE)

Race Summary:

A gilt-edged opportunity for GAME WINNER, who shaped well when runner-up to a good prospect on his Exeter hurdling/stable debut on New Year’s Day. More was clearly expected of Piper Tom on his bumper debut at Huntingdon, so it’s possible he could fare better now sent hurdling over a longer trip

1-2-3:

1.GAME WINNER (FR) 2.PIPER TOM (IRE) 3.ALL A STRUGGLE

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THE BILL PUSEY MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Moran Family have kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries, 2 at £8 and 17 at £40. - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 5lb

1

GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) (76)

B g Mahler - Samsha (IRE)

Owner: Ms Gwendoline M Clarke

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ms Joyce Marsh

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

5 11 11

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW chevron, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap

Form: 12 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful debut over C&D in October Beaten only by a good prospect with plenty of gears back here since and remains open to improvement now heading into handicaps.

2

IMAC WOOD (FR) (11)

B g Karaktar (IRE) - Carrieriste (FR)

Owner: Knowle Racing Stables Limited

Trainer: Deborah Cole, Solihull

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Bertwood Stables & Haras de Sai

Sponsor: Lewisham Developments Limited

5 11 11

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap

Form: 4161-P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in France early last year but hasn’t offered much in a couple of handicap hurdles since joining this yard

3

REWIRED (GB) (6)

Ch g Power - Kekova

Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds NH

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Breeder: Mr T. G. Roddick

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

5 11 11

Colours: NAVY, GOLD braids, CREAM sleeves, NAVY cap, GOLD tassel

Form: 13-3122 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o who doubled hurdles tally for this yard at Huntingdon (2m) in November Good second both outings since, latterly at Musselburgh 6 days ago 2lb well-in compared to his future mark. Another prominent showing likely. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112 (+2) Sam Twiston-Davies

4

JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (46)

B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty

Owner: Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard

Trainer: Mark Gillard, Sherborne

Breeder: Plantation Stud

Sponsor: Ascot Park Polo Club

7 11 8

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, BLACK star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, BLACK stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, BLACK star Form: 215002

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough success at Ffos Las (2m) last March. Mixed bag under both codes since but his latest second at Wincanton (2m) was very much a return to form. Needs to back that up now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109 Fergus Gillard (3)

5 CHESTNUT PETE (GB) (262) 8 11 7

Ch g Native Ruler - Rabbit

Owner: Mike Harris Racing Club

Trainer: Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn

Breeder: Messrs M. E. & A. D. I. Harris

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK diamond, chevrons on sleeves. Form: 65/20/-33

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed he retains his ability back from a long absence last spring but been off for a further 8 months ahead of this outing. Others are more obvious.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 108

6 HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (FR) (28) 6 11 7

B g Coastal Path - Agence de L’Isle (FR)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mme Michele Sayet

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 4-222 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when runner-up in maidem/novice hurdles and looks on a workable mark for this switch to handicap company. High on the shortlist.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 108 Brian Hughes

A. P. Heskin

7

FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (46) 9 11 7

B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose

Owner: B Jones & Son

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: C. F. C. Jackson

Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies

Colours: BLACK and PINK stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 531-416 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who made a successful switch to chasing here in November Shaped as if still in good form when sixth of 14 back hurdling at Wetherby (2m, good to soft) over Christmas. Likely to be competitive. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

8

LOOKFORARAINBOW (GB)

B g Rainbow High - Look Here’s May

Owner: The Giddy Gang

Trainer: Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon

Breeder: S. L. Edwards & Sarah Hollinshead

(636) 10 11 3

Colours: BLACK and WHITE check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 24130//F-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Stratford in June 2019 but absent for 21 months prior to a fall over C&D in May 2021 and been off for a similar length of time again. Can only be watched. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 104

9

BARNABAS COLLINS (IRE) (26) 8 11 2

B g Shantou (USA) - G Day Sile (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Dermot Cunningham

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, PINK cap Form: 1/FP-52 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Stuart Crawford in November 2020 Best effort in a light hurdle career since when 2 lengths second of 14 in handicap at Kelso (2m, heavy) last month. Brian Hughes sides with stablemate Hidalgo de L’Isle this time, though. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

May Boy (IRE), Rewired (GB), 7-1 Barnabas Collins (IRE), 9-1 Feel The Pinch (GB), 11-1 John Betjeman (GB), 18-1 Chestnut Pete (GB), 25-1 Lookforarainbow (GB), 100-1 Imac Wood (FR)

Race Summary:

The horse who HIDALGO DE L’ISLE attempted to give lumps of weight to at Sedgefield last time has run well in a listed juvenile event since and Donald McCain’s charge looks to be on a workable mark for this handicap debut Like the selection, Gwennie May Boy has a very much unexposed profile and is feared most ahead of last weekend’s Musselburgh runner-up Rewired

1-2-3:

1.HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (FR) 2.GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) 3.REWIRED FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Connor Brace

Robert Dunne

Theo Gillard (3)

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £21500

THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

No Horse

Age st lb

1 DORKING LAD (GB) (81) 8 12 0

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Brookville (IRE)

Owner: Galloping On The South Downs Partnership

Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham

Breeder: Mr Dermot Rogers

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd

Colours: MAUVE and BLACK (quartered), MAUVE sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: 1134-31 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in a 20.5f course handicap in November, drawing right away to score by 16 lengths. A chunk of his 9lb rise is offset by Caoilin Quinn’s claim. Bold show likely if in the same form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 131

2 MAJOR DUNDEE (IRE) (104) 8 11 13

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Be My Granny

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Colm Griffin

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap

Form: 0/1123-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly surpassed his fairly useful hurdles form with chase wins at Fakenham (21f) and Bangor (3m) at the end of 2021. Even better form when placed at Newbury and Ayr (Scottish Grand National) in the spring. Given time since a below-par reappearance at Ascot in October Capable of bouncing back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

3 JEREMY PASS (IRE) (107) 8 11 10

B g Jeremy (USA) - Toulon Pass (IRE)

Owner: John and Jess Dance

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: D. J. Fitzpatrick

Sponsor: Vertem Asset Management

Colours: WHITE, MAROON and PURPLE striped sleeves.

Form: 212P3-P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences in 3m novice handicap at Ascot in November 2021 but ended last season out of form and there was little encouragement to be taken from his Chepstow return in October STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/10/2022 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 127

4 VALSHEDA (GB) (41) 8 11 9

B g Milan - Candy Creek (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Jill Eynon & Mr Robin Eynon

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

Colours: DARK GREEN and ORANGE (quartered), DARK GREEN sleeves, hooped cap

Form: 1/F21-4P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive chaser for Nicky Henderson last term but left that yard after finishing a below-form fourth on Sandown reappearance and made a disappointing start for this yard at Newbury over Christmas. Has had wind surgery since. Also sports first-time cheekpieces. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 126

5

KILLER KANE (IRE) (41) 8 11 9

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

Owner: Mr J. P. Romans

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: S. McElroy

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.

Form: 113-644 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the novice handicap on this card a year ago and followed up in a decent race at Sandown a month later. His 3 efforts this season have been at least respecable and he’s back on the same mark as Sandown. Needs considering.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 126

6 DOG OF WAR (FR) (483) 9 11 5

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Zainzana (FR)

Owner: Mr Colm Donlon

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: S.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis Saint Germain

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form: 011/213- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive chaser in 2021, winning 3 times at up to 3m and a creditable third at Uttoxeter on final start. Been off for 16 months but top stable no stranger to winning with one after a lay-off Yard also won this race last year

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122

7 MUMBO JUMBO (IRE) (96) 7 11 2

B g Califet (FR) - Touched By Angels (IRE)

Owner: Mr N. Mustoe

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Dunmanway Breeding Club

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

Colours: BLACK, BLACK and PINK check cap Form: 4234-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved run over hurdles when fourth of 17 in EBF Final at Sandown on final start last season and performed to a similar level when placed in a couple of small-field handicap chases in the autumn. Remains low mileage back from a 3-month break.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

3M

James Bowen

Brendan Powell

Skelton

Harry

Tom

Bellamy

Jockey

Caoilin Quinn (5)

Tom Cannon

Harry Cobden

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: FLEGMATIK (FR) 7 10 10 Harry Skelton 11-4 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran

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Betting Forecast:

2-1 Dorking Lad (GB), 5-1 Dog of War (FR), 11-2 Major Dundee (IRE), Killer Kane (IRE), 7-1 Mumbo Jumbo (IRE), 14-1 Jeremy Pass (IRE), 28-1 Valsheda (GB)

Race Summary:

Dan Skelton won this race last year and it might be worth chancing him to repeat the feat with the returning DOG OF WAR. King Kane, who was successful on this card last year, is down to the same mark as when landing a Sandown Listed novice handicap last spring and is feared most ahead of November’s wide-margin C&D scorer Dorking Lad, who has Caoilin Quinn taking a handy 5lb off.

1-2-3:

1.DOG OF WAR (FR) 2.KILLER KANE (IRE) 3.DORKING LAD

THE VOGELBERGS

for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old

Total prize fund £10000

THE VOGELBERG FAMILY EBF

‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5203 to the winning horse The second to receive £2392, the third £1196, the fourth £598, the fifth £299 and the sixth £149. for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Moran Family have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly given £1000 towards the prize money for this race Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 11th, 2023. 24 entries at £50 - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3975; Second £1987; Third £994; Fourth £497; Fifth £248; Sixth £124. (Penalty Value £5203)

No

Horse

1 CRAMBO (GB) (41) 6 11 8

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

Owner: Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd & Chris Giles

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Bresbet

Colours: PINK, large PURPLE spots, hooped sleeves. Form: 11-1P

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressed when winning a pair of Huntingdon bumpers last season. Wasn’t foot perfect but class got him through on hurdles debut at Ascot. Below par when pulled up in the Challow at Newbury last time but can get back on track now returned to calmer waters. Tongue tied (also had breathing op). Star Rating

2 ARCENO’S ADVENTURE (IRE) (66) 5 11 2

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

Owner: Mr Richard Hewitt and Mr Steve Evason

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: S. L. Rodwell

Sponsor: GoldenSunsetHolidays,AllwoodHorseTransport

Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 0-UP

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on sole outing in bumpers and unnable to complete both starts over hurdles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

3 COMMANDING VIEW (IRE) (72) 5 11 2

B g Mount Nelson - Clogher Valley (IRE)

Owner: P & T Andrews/M & S Carroll

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Robert Kirkwood

Sponsor: ADM Protexin Ltd

Colours: GREY and MAROON diamonds, GREY sleeves.

Form: 30

TIMEFORM VIEW Is a half-brother to fairly useful 2 1/2m hurdle winner Pull Again Green but has shown just minor promise in a brace of bumpers.

4

DONNACHA (IRE) (33) 5 11 2

Br g Jet Away - Archdale Ambush (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Marilyn Jane Martin

Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Breeder: Arctic Tack Stud & M. O’Leary

Sponsor: Junction 24 Ltd

Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE diamond and sleeves.

Form: 334

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in bumpers and offered something to work on sent hurdling when fourth of 16 in a 2m Chepstow novice 33 days ago, weakening after 2 out after making novicey mistakes and taking a strong hold. Likely to benefit from a first-time hood and can improve

5

Jockey

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingTom Buckley (3)

INTEL DES BRUYERES (FR) (-) 5 11 2

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Innsbruck (FR)

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Breeder: Mr Thomas & Mr F. Thomas de Gigou

Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 4 winners, including fair hurdler/chaser Gouet des Bruyeres, stays 2 1/2m. Dam 21-23f chase winner Represents respected connections and it’ll be interesting to see what the market has to say.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingSam Twiston-Davies

6 KANKIN (GB) (46)

Ch g Archipenko (USA) - Touriga

Owner: Mr Andrew L. Cohen

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Breeder: Wood Hall Stud

Sponsor: Wood Hall Stud, Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

7

11 2

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and stars on cap Form: 2/-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a fair level of ability when second in a 9-runner bumper at Market Rasen on debut in December 2020 and ran to a similar level when filling same spot at Huntingdon 25 months on. Warrants respect on hurdle debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingBryan Carver

7 KELSEY PARK (IRE) (306) 6 11 2

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vast Consumption (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. Crowe

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Michael O’Neill

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful 17f hurdle winner Induno Dam (h135) 2m-3m hurdle winner Pulled up sole start in points but has joined a top yard and would need taking seriously if the market speaks in his favour.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingBridget Andrews

8 KING OF THE HILL (IRE) (108) 5 11 2

B g Kingston Hill - Gaye West (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Beverley Bostock

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: Patrick Cronin

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ORANGE armlets, ORANGE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots.

Form: 6P54-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who went with no encouragement on Rules debut here in October Has had a breathing operation since. Star RatingHIIII

9

LOVIN

JUKEBOX

(GER) (16) 5 11 2

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Lovin Desert (GER)

Owner: Birkdale Bloodstock

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Gestut Keilhof

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 0-50

TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to meet expectations when well backed on his sole outing in bumpers and has been safely held both starts over hurdles.

10

MISTER

BARCLAY (GB) (51) 5 11 2

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Singapore Harbour (IRE)

Owner: C & M Baker, K Ibberson, H Pearman

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: Ben Barclay

Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd

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

Form: 0P

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown nothing in a Hereford bumper/novice hurdle.

11

ONE

STEP UP

(FR) (-) 5 11 2

B g Cockney Rebel (IRE) - Or des Joncs (FR)

Owner: Tor Side Racing

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Breeder: S.A.R.L. European Bloodstock Management

Sponsor: FirstRecruitmentGroup,EquineProductsLtd(EquineNutrition)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW £54,000 3-y-o, Cockney Rebel gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/high-class chaser Dunvegan. Dam unraced. Interesting newcomer

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Sean Quinlan

12

WASPY (IRE) (45)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Poly Kalo (IRE)

Owner: The Good Stock Syndicate

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: P. J. Fortune

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

5 11 2

Colours: DARK BLUE and BROWN stripes, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap.

Form: 32313

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on last of 4 starts in Irish points and shaped well when beaten only by a pair of newcomers from top yards in a Wetherby bumper on Rules debut 45 days ago Sure to be suited by further in time but still has to enter calculations on hurdle debut. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingBrian Hughes

13

DEE EIRE (GB) (262) 6 10 9

Bl m Gentlewave (IRE) - Kahipiroska (FR)

Owner: The Deeside Partnership

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, MAROON cap.

Form: 0/560-54

TIMEFORM VIEW No better than mid-field in 4 bumpers and has jumped none too fluently when safely held both starts over hurdles. Off 8 months. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Tabitha Worsley (3)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Hood worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1, 8.

The Result

2022: JUNGLE JACK 6 11 12 Brian Hughes 5-6 (Donald McCain) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

6-4 Crambo (GB), 13-2 Waspy (IRE), 17-2 Kankin (GB), 9-1 Donnacha (IRE), 10-1 Kelsey Park (IRE), One Step Up (FR), 12-1 Intel des Bruyeres (FR), 40-1 Commanding View (IRE), 66-1 Dee Eire (GB), 100-1 Lovin Jukebox (GER), 200-1 Arceno’s Adventure (IRE), Mister Barclay (GB), 250-1 King of The Hill (IRE)

Race Summary:

CRAMBO proved a bit of a disappointment hiked in grade when pulled up in the Challow at Newbury on New Year’s Eve, but he’s fancied to get back on track now returned to calmer waters following a breathing operation (also tongue tied). Waspy is bred for longer trips but still warrants plenty of respect on his hurdle debut having shaped well in a Wetherby bumper, while Donnacha is an athletic sort who can improve on his opening effort in this sphere at Chepstow

1-2-3:

1.CRAMBO 2.WASPY (IRE) 3.DONNACHA (IRE)

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Total prize fund £9000

THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

4)

No Horse Age st lb

1 NO NO TANGO (GB) (28)

Ch g Sixties Icon - Until Forever (IRE)

Owner: Don Sebastiao Partnership

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Howard Spooner & Ian Weaver

Sponsor: Willerby Landscapes Limited

6 12 1

Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT GREEN seams, LIGHT GREEN and PURPLE quartered cap.

Form: 6-2552

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in 2m maiden/novice hurdles late last year and he improved when runner-up on handicap debut at Huntingdon (19.6f) 4 weeks ago, plenty to do 3 out and noted running on. Still unexposed and he looks sure to go well again. Tongue tie fitted.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 111

2 FERROBIN (IRE) (13)

Br g Robin des Champs (FR) - Fedaia (IRE)

Owner: Mrs D. Prosser

Trainer: Max Young, Droitwich Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

9 11 13

Colours: RED, BLACK chevrons and armlets, quartered cap

Form: 100-645 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed an amateur jockeys’ handicap at Ludlow on return last winter and best effort since when fourth back at that venue in December Disappointed over 2m here next time but this rates more suitable than his latest assignment on the Flat.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

3 RUSSIAN RUMOUR (IRE) (52) 6 11 13 B m Make Believe - Russian Rave

Owner: Fillies First

Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: John O’Connor

Sponsor: Pump Technology Limited

Colours: YELLOW, DARK GREEN braces.

Form: 1545-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair stayer on the Flat who made a winning start over hurdles at Lingfield (19.5f) last winter. Not built on that in handful of hurdle outings since but her mark is steadily easing and she arrives fit from spins on the level in December Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

4 AHEAD OF THE FIELD (IRE) (85)8 11 12

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Last of The Bunch

Owner: Andy & The Frisky Fillies

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: R. McCarthy

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

Colours: MAROON and GREY stripes, GREY sleeves, MAROON armlets.

Form: 024-PBP

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdle winner in Ireland who struck over fences for present yard at Southwell (20.5f) last December Inconsistent since, failing to complete all 3 starts this term, tailed off when pulled up before 3 out at Wincanton in November. Returns to timber now. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

5 HARDY BOY (FR) (46)

Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alize du Berlais (FR)

Owner: Martin & Lynn Jones

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Mr Andre Jean Quesny

Sponsor: Fitzdares

2M 5F

Jockey

Paul O’Brien

6 11 8

Colours: YELLOW and PURPLE diamonds, PURPLE sleeves, PURPLE and YELLOW quartered cap.

Form: 211-000 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last term with a brace of handicap wins at around 20f Yet to scale same heights in trio of starts this campaign but the assessor is steadily relinquishing his grip and fitting of cheekpieces may help now. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104 Kielan Woods

6

JUSTIFIED (GB) (68) 6 11 7

Br g Authorized (IRE) - Caribbean Dancer (USA)

Owner: Mr B Bell, Mr M Harrod & Mr G Sainsbury

Trainer: Neil King, Burderop

Breeder: Mr H. C. Hart

Colours: DARK GREEN, BROWN hollow box, YELLOW sleeves and cap

Form: 413250 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a good spell last summer, opening his hurdles account at Huntingdon (20.6f) in June prior to a pair of solid placed efforts. Not at best returning from 3 months off back at that venue in December though, and he’s been absent again since.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103 Jack Quinlan

7 DEER HUNTER (IRE) (763) 7 11 4

B g Fame And Glory - Subtle Gem (IRE)

Owner: Fawley House Stud

Trainer: Danni O’Neill, North Fawley

Breeder: F. Tobin

Sponsor: Fawley House Stud

Colours: GREEN, CHOCOLATE striped sleeves, CHOCOLATE cap

Form: 05/4430/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in this sphere for Harry Whittington during early stages of 2020/21 campaign but he was well held on debut for this yard in an AW bumper when last seen over 2 years ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100 Jonathan Burke

Charlie Hammond

Finn Lambert (5)

Joe Anderson (7)

8 SAMI BEAR (GB) (8) 7 11 3

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Dalriath

Owner: Team ABC

Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE hoops and star on cap

Form: 31-332U

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark from 6 lower mark at Plumpton (17.7f) last April and made the frame next 3 starts. Swerved and unseated last when holding every chance at Wincanton (19.8f) 8 days ago and he’s a player provided those antics can be kept in check. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung badly left handed late-on.

9

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 99 (+3)

BATTLE MARCH (USA) (46) 6 10 13

B g War Front (USA) - Lahinch Classics (IRE)

Owner: Chris Down Racing

Trainer: Chris Down, Cullompton

Breeder: Mrs E. M. Stockwell

Sponsor: Woodwarm Stoves

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE diamond, BLACK cap, LIGHT BLUE spots.

Form: 4/2661-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to get off the mark in 18.5f Exeter novice in October 2021 but he offered little returning from 15 months off when well held twelfth of 16 in a Wincanton handicap in December This should reveal more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

10

OPTIMISTIC BELIEF (IRE) (46) 5 10 8

B g Make Believe - Panglossian (IRE)

Owner: Mr Hugh J. F. Lang

Trainer: Pat Phelan, Epsom

Breeder: Albert Conneally & Make Believe Synd.

Sponsor: Ede’s (UK) Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, ORANGE and DARK BLUE halved sleeves, ORANGE cap.

Form: 5P6-26

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little on Flat last year but perked up by switch back to hurdling when good second in 17-runner Chepstow handicap (19.5f) in October However, he failed to replicate that at Fontwell on Boxing Day.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

11

WHAT’S MY LINE (GB) (71) 6 10 2

B g Sixties Icon - Leading Star

Owner: Mr M. Madgwick

Trainer: Michael Madgwick, Denmead

Breeder: M. J. Madgwick

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and WHITE stripes, quartered cap

Form: 5-2651P

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to score readily in refitted cheekpieces at Fontwell (21.7f) in October However, his record is a patchy one and he ran poorly when pulled up at Wincanton (24.7f) on New Year’s Day. Others more appealing. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Marc Goldstein

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 11.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: ZYON 8 11 12 Page Fuller 7-1 (Adam West) 9 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

10-3 Sami Bear (GB), 7-2 No No Tango (GB), 10-1 Hardy Boy (FR), 11-1 Ahead of The Field (IRE), Optimistic Belief (IRE), 12-1 Russian Rumour (IRE), 14-1 Justified (GB), What’s My Line (GB), 20-1 Deer Hunter (IRE), 22-1 Ferrobin (IRE), Battle March (USA)

Race Summary:

NO NO TANGO showed improved form when runner-up on handicap debut at Huntingdon 4 weeks ago, running on having been set plenty to do, and, with further progress anticipated, he earns the vote to confirm the promise of that run now. Sami Bear threw his chance away when swerving and unseating at Wincanton recently but is clearly still on a workable mark if his antics can be kept in check. Hardy Boy is also worth a second look.

1-2-3:

1.NO NO TANGO 2.SAMI BEAR 3.HARDY BOY (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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James Davies

Niall Houlihan (3)

GIDDY UP!

SIXTH RACE 4.00

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE BASEY FAMILY NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 7F 7Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Moran Family have kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries, 1 at £8 and 9 at £40. - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 ROUGE DE L’QUEST

(IRE) (18) 7 11 12

B g Fame And Glory - What A Bleu (IRE)

Owner: Mark Sherwood & Francis Reid

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: JC South Farm Ltd

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: MAROON and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, quartered cap. Form: 31-043

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who has offered definite promise on 2 of his 3 starts over hurdles, latterly when third in a Ffos Las maiden (20f) 18 days ago. Feasible to think he can do better now handicapping back up in trip

2 HORACIO APPLE’S (FR) (32) 6 11 11

Ch g Saddex - Apple’s Noa (FR)

Owner: Highclere TB Racing - Apple and Dudgeon

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: D. Lumet, P. Coveliers & T. Cypres

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap. Form: 445-331

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and similar form over hurdles, off the mark at third attempt when landing a 21.4f Ayr handicap 32 days ago. Manner in which he saw the race out suggests this longer trip will hold no fears and he’s worth considering.

3 IMPERIAL B G (IRE) (33) 6 11 10

Gr g Getaway (GER) - Milan Pride (IRE)

Owner: Imperial Racing Partnership

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: William Neville

Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

Colours: BLACK, WHITE stars, striped sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 531-436

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who has offered definite promise over hurdles, looking like finishing closer before tiring in the ground when sixth at Chepstow (19.5f) 33 days ago Eased 3lb subsequently and likely he can do better still. Up in trip

4 BASFORD (IRE) (12) 6 11 7

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Be My Present

Owner: Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder: James Gill

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

Colours: WHITE, RED sash, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form: 0-40022

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved switched to handicaps in this sphere, again finding only one too good at Sedgefield (21f) 12 days ago. Longer trip could unlock further progress and he’s one to consider with cheekpieces again enlisted.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 102 (+3)

5 THESE HAPPY DAZE (GB) (28) 6 11 6

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Gaspaie (FR)

Owner: Happy Daze Racing Partnership

Trainer: Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn

Breeder: Mr T. Westmacott & Mr C. Leech

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

Colours: MAROON, WHITE hoops, MAROON sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: P-F200F

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form over hurdles in France and he may well have finished placed but for falling at the last in a Sedgefield maiden (19.8f) 4 weeks ago Still, balance of his form is patchy and others make more appeal returned to handicaps. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 101

6 RAMO (FR) (25) 6 11 2

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Djeville (FR)

Owner: C B Compton & L Di Franco

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr Gildas Blain & Mrs Estelle Blain

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE chevron and armlets.

Form: 2-433

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when 2 1/2 lengths second of 9 in 4-y-o event at Strasbourg on debut 15 months ago, staying on well. Yet to match that level in 3 starts for new yard but latest third at Hereford (19.7f) wasn’t devoid of encouragement and this greater test may well play to his strengths. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97 (-1)

Sean Quinlan

Adam Wedge

Henry Brooke

A. P. Heskin

Charlie Deutsch

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5.

The Result

2022: TIM PAT (IRE) 6 11 7 Theo Gillard 3-1 (Donald McCain) 11 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Horacio Apple’s (FR), 3-1 Basford (IRE), 5-1 Imperial B G (IRE), 11-2 Rouge de L’Quest (IRE), 6-1 Ramo (FR), 11-1 These Happy Daze (GB)

Race Summary:

HORACIO APPLE’S showed improved form in line with the longer trip when making a successful handicap debut at Ayr (21.4f) recently and, with this greater test expected to hold no fears, he earns the vote to defy a rise in the weights and come out on top again. Basford, twice a runner up at Sedgefield of late, is feared, along with Imperial B G.

1-2-3:

1.HORACIO APPLE’S (FR) 2.BASFORD (IRE) 3.IMPERIAL B G (IRE)

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Total prize fund £7000

THE MOROGOWSKY FAMILY MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Moran Family have kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £35. - Closed February 4th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

1

CRIQUETTE (FR) (63)

B m Crillon (FR) - Lost Maiby (FR)

Owner: Mr S Brackenbury

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Breeder: Mrs C. Sirven Gualde & Mr Y. Fouin

Sponsor: Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

6 12 0

Colours: RED and WHITE diabolo, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap

Form: 1450-44

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who showed ability in bumpers but she hasn’t made much of an impact in 2 starts over hurdles to date Mark for this handicap debut doesn’t look especially kind. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/12/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

2 SPITFIRE GIRL (IRE) (36) 6 11 11

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Calomeria

Owner: A Walk In The Park Partnership

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: P. J. Reynolds

Sponsor: Betvictor

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK (halved), sleeves reversed, LIGHT BLUE cap

Form: 2-6402P

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on 3 of her 4 starts in bumpers and easily best effort over hurdles when finding just one too good on handicap bow at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, soft) in December Subsequent Ffos Las effort can be excused and now tried in cheekpieces. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/1/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 96

3 WHENTHEPENNYDROPS (GB) (84) 7 11 10

B m Kayf Tara - Subtilty

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates - Whenthep

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mill House Stud & Kathy Stuart

Sponsor: Monu-Skincare Cheltnham Spa

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap Form: 5/64-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when fourth of 10 in 2m novice at Southwell in November 2021. No show back from 12 months off at Chepstow but she’s in good hands and it’ll be interesting to see what the market has to say now upped in trip for this handicap debut. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/11/2022 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

4 DRASH

ON RUBY

B m Passing Glance - So Long

(GB) (51) 7 11 7

Owner: Mrs B Tully and Mr R Lock

Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Breeder: Mrs C. C. Scott

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW star, RED sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 436B4-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers and has done likewise over hurdles, returning from 8 months off (had wind surgery) with a creditable third of 14 at Taunton (19f, good to soft). Mark unchanged and she has to enter calculations.

5

Rex Dingle

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

TRICKALIGHT (IRE) (114) 7 11 6

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Horner Mill (IRE)

Owner: Knowle Racing Stables Limited

Trainer: Deborah Cole, Solihull

Breeder: Miriam & John Murphy

Sponsor: Lewisham Developments Limited

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap Form: P21/63-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful between the flags in April 2021 but hurdles form is modest at best and sizeable step forward needed now that she goes down the handicap route.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 91 Chris Ward (3)

6

ESME SHELBY (IRE) (71) 8 11 5

B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Kyle Again (IRE)

Owner: Red Rum Racing 1

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr P. Kiely

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: MAROON, YELLOW diamond, YELLOW cap Form: 3220-02

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless but she has finished in the money on 7 of her 10 starts in this sphere, most recently finishing second in first-time cheekpieces in a 15.5f Leicester handicap Now tried in blinkers and possibilities back up in trip

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90 Peter Kavanagh (5)

Bryan Carver

Gavin Sheehan

Bridget Andrews

7 ATJIMA (IRE) (37)

B m Mahler - Qui Plus Est (FR)

Owner: Mr Nick Viney

Trainer: Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

Breeder: John Edwards

Sponsor: Hartnoll Hotel

8 11 5

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE star, RED sleeves, RED and WHITE hooped cap Form: 0660F-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who offered definite promise in mares’ novice/maidens prior to falling before race had taken shape on handicap bow over this C&D last spring. However, ran below par on return at Hereford and she now has a bit to prove

8

WELL VICKY (IRE) (5)

B m Well Chosen - Vicante (IRE) (in 7lb ex)

Owner: The Hawkins Partnership

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Michael Lane

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

Alan Johns

Rating 90

6 11 2

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap Form: FF-P061 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in maiden/novice company but left that form well behind when making a winning handicap debut at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) recently. This unexposed 6-y-o could take some stopping under a penalty.

9 KENAHOPE (FR) (46) 5 11 1

B m Kendargent (FR) - Make Up (FR)

Owner: Mr P. D. Wells

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Gestut Romerhof & Balnagon Bloodstock

Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, GREY diamond, armlets and diamond on cap

Form: 050

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-French Flat winner in 2020 and while she hasn’t shown much in 3 starts over hurdles to date, a step forward is entirely possible now that she moves up in trip for this handicap debut. Tongue strap applied.

10

BLUEBELLA (GB) (106) 5 10 10

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Henri Bella

Owner: Mrs T. P James

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Mr D. A. Rees-Jones

Sponsor: Tote

NON-RUNNER

Colours: PINK, LIGHT BLUE hoops and armlets.

Form: 60P

11 MY GRANNY LILY (GB) (32) 5 10 2

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Pont Royal (FR)

Owner: Sam Quigley and Denise Smith

Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. Futter

Sponsor: Junction 24 Ltd

Colours: PURPLE and ORANGE check, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE stars, WHITE cap, PURPLE stars.

Form: 00-0343

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made the frame on each of her 3 starts since switched to handicaps, posting her best effort when third of 11 in first-time cheekpieces (retained here) at Taunton (16.5f, soft) last time. This step back up in trip is no bad thing and she’s in with a shout.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Blinkers worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 11.

The Result

Tom O’Brien

William Kennedy

Tom Buckley (3)

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

2-1 Well Vicky (IRE), 6-1 Drash On Ruby (GB), 15-2 Whenthepennydrops (GB), 8-1 Esme Shelby (IRE), 17-2 My Granny Lily (GB), 12-1 Kenahope (FR), 14-1 Spitfire Girl (IRE), 28-1 Criquette (FR), 40-1 Atjima (IRE), 66-1 Trickalight (IRE)

Race Summary:

While cases can be made for several of these, WELL VICKY stands out on the back of her recent handicap debut success at Hereford where she quickened away from her rivals in the manner of one who has more to offer. Esme Shelby will be a threat if the first-time blinkers have the desired effect, while Drash On Ruby, My Granny Lily and handicap debutante Kenahope are all shortlist material

1-2-3:

1.WELL VICKY (IRE) 2.ESME SHELBY (IRE) 3.DRASH ON RUBY

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