Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Tuesday 5th September

Stay after racing this evening to enjoy live music from Flash: A Tribute to Queen. Head to the Paddock to watch from approximately 5.45pm.

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

TUESDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2023

Good Afternoon,

Welcome to The September Meeting. Today we have an exciting first for Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse, live music after racing.

On today’s race card we have six races. The first, The September Meeting Handicap Hurdle Race, will begin today’s events at 1:50pm. Later in the afternoon, we have The Carr and Associates LLP Handicap Steeple Chase at 3:00pm. Finally, we finish with the Flash: A Tribute to Queen Handicap Hurdle Race at 4:45pm.

The fun doesn’t stop when racing finishes today! We are proud to present Flash: A tribute to Queen. They will be bringing the iconic band’s much-loved hits and anthems to Bangor-on-Dee. Don’t ‘break free’ after racing, as ‘we will rock you’ here at the only racecourse in North Wales!

We’d like to extend our thanks to today’s sponsors; Carr & Associates LLP, Gaskells, and Proactive Personnel. All at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse are grateful for your support.

We next race here on Wednesday 4 October for The Autumn Meeting. Hopefully you can join us again for another unmissable day of racing.

Jonathon Turner, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

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

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TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

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HOW TO BET WITH A RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET STRAIGHT

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STANDARD TERMS FOR EACH WAY BETTING

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· 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

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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.

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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.

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.

1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing 2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth

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 (72 wins from 321 runners, 22%) runs BLAKENEY POINT and FINISK RIVER (1.50), LUCKIE MONEY and TIME FOR JOY (2.25), THE BIG JETAWAY (3.35), VE DAY and CHOIRMASTER (4.10), TARAGRACE and NEVER NO TROUBLE (4.45).

F O’BRIEN (16 wins from 73 runners, 22%) runs ULTIMATE GETAWAY (3.00).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIERO (15 wins from 158 runners, 9%) runs DIEU VIVANT (3.00), GO ON CHEZ (3.35), SWIFT TUTTLE (4.10), MY POEM (4.45).

G HANMER (14 wins from 108 runners, 13%) runs ARAGLEN STAR (4.45).

A RALPH (14 wins from 75 runners, 19%) runs BUTLER’S BRIEF (1.50), GOVERNOR GREEN (4.10).

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

F O’BRIEN (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runners listed above

P BOWEN (5 wins from 19 runners, 26%) runs PRINCESS UNIQUE (2.25).

D MCCAIN (4 wins from 23 runners, 17%) runners listed above.

N MULHOLLAND (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs COURT MASTER (3.00), RAGAMUFFIN and LUMINARIES (4.45).

B PAULING (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs ONE TOUCH (1.50), NORTHERN BOUND (3.35).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

B HUGHES (57 wins from 219 rides, 26%) rides FINISK RIVER (1.50), CHOIRMASTER (4.10).

S TWISTON-DAVIES (10 wins from 83 rides, 12%) rides BALLINTUBBER BOY (1.50).

S BOWEN (10 wins from 79 rides, 13%) rides PRINCESS UNIQUE (2.25), CUMHACHT (4.10), ANGER MANAGEMENT (4.45).

K WOODS (10 wins from 38 rides, 26%) rides ONE TOUCH (1.50), NORTHERN BOUND (3.35).

S QUINLAN (9 wins from 85 rides, 11%) rides ARCTIC FOX (2.25).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

S BOWEN (9 wins from 41 rides, 22%) rides listed above

J C GAINFORD (5 wins from 16 rides, 31%) rides UMNDENI (1.50), PUNK ROCK GIRL (4.45).

B HUGHES (4 wins from 29 rides, 14%) rides listed above

N SCHOLFIELD (3 wins from 10 rides, 30%) rides BUTLER’S BRIEF (1.50).

C HAMMOND (3 wins from 16 rides, 19%) rides VINTAGE FIZZ (3.35).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:

3.00 COURT MASTER (won off 128 down 4lb to 124);

THE VOLLAN (won off 123 down 6lb to 117);

3.35 NORTHERN BOUND (won off 133 down 3lb to 130).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.50 FINISK RIVER (down 2 grades); 1.50 ONE TOUCH (down 2).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 3rd September.

1. DONALD MCCAIN

2. BRIAN HUGHES

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Kielan Woods has a 28% strike-rate at Bangor-on-Dee over the last five years, yielding a level-stakes profit of £36.84, and he rides One Touch (1.50) and Northern Bound (3.35) this afternoon.

ONE TOUCH, who scored over an extended 2m3f here last summer, made a pleasing return to action at Newton Abbot 36 days ago. The handicapper has given the nine-year-old a chance by dropping him 2lb for that effort and, with scope for improvement over this new trip, there is a lot to like about his chances. Halifax appears to be on a workable mark, while Finisk River is feared most from the remainder

WIN: ONE TOUCH

DANGER: HALIFAX

LITTEL FLOUR has done well in two previous starts for Jennie Candlish and she can make it third time lucky for her new yard here. Come On Du Berlais is another that has to be taken seriously on her first start after a wind operation, while the onceraced Luckie Money has scope for improvement and can be expected to be wiser after her debut experience at Stratford in July

WIN: LITTEL FLOUR

DANGER: COME ON DU BERLAIS

COURT MASTER is a prime candidate to make the running here and he may well be able to make his dominance count The veteran has a consistent profile over fences and, off 4lb lower than when last successful, he has a live chance at the weights. Quid Pro Quo is another reliable type to consider, while Fidux is not ruled out despite not having won for over two years.

WIN: COURT MASTER

DANGER: QUID PRO QUO

Runner-up on his last three starts, Go On Chez should be thereabouts once more, though he might have to play second-fiddle to THE BIG JETAWAY. Having secured back-to-back victories over fences, Donald McCain’s charge recorded a facile hurdling success 15 days ago. 5lb higher back over the larger obstacles, the sevenyear-old can land the four-timer. Vintage Fizz can chase the pair home ahead of Northern Bound.

WIN: THE BIG JETAWAY

DANGER: GO ON CHEZ

CHOIRMASTER struck over course and distance from 6lb lower last month and the four-year-old could find further improvement with the addition of first-time cheekpieces, and he is taken to follow up. Ve Day continues to knock on the door and must firmly enter the reckoning, along with Governor Green, who hit the frame at Uttoxeter from a 1lb higher mark last time out.

WIN: CHOIRMASTER

DANGER: VE DAY

MY POEM bumped into an improver when filling the runner-up spot at Uttoxeter last time and she is fancied to go one better raised a further 3lb in the handicap. First-time cheekpieces could eke out more progression from the largely consistent Taragrace, while similar comments apply to Never No Trouble, who is fitted with a visor for the first time. Last month’s Market Rasen second Calvic is also noted.

WIN: MY POEM

DANGER: TARAGRACE

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THE SEPTEMBER MEETING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor-onDee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £40. - Closed August 30th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) No Horse

Jockey

1 BUTLER’S BRIEF (IRE) (2)

B g Yeats (IRE) - She’s On The Case (IRE)

Owner: You Can Be Sure

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs M. Doran

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

8 12

0

Colours: RED, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine and cap.

Form: P0-513P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who got back on scoreboard at Uttoxeter in July Proved conclusively that fences aren’t for him when pulled up at Worcester 2 days ago and likely to do better back over smaller obstacles here.

2 FINISK RIVER (GB) (17) 10 12 0

Gr g Red Rocks (IRE) - Scopa d’Assi (IRE)

Owner: Mr Les Buckley

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Immobiliare Casa Paola SRL

Sponsor: ProactivePersonnelLimited,SpecialPipingMaterialsLtd

Colours: BLACK, BLACK and RED diabolo on sleeves. Form: 112-555 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 4 times (at up to 20f) in 2022 but has struggled to recapture that form in 3 outings this year Tries longer trip now but has something to prove u at present.

3 ONE TOUCH (IRE) (36) 9 11 11

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Star Bui (IRE)

Owner: Martin & Lynn Jones

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Miss Amanda Mooney

Sponsor: Fitzdares

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

Form: 0/5311-4 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over shorter trips last summer, including over this course, and shaped as if better for the run at Newton Abbot (on return from 11 months off) in July. May well get back on the up now fully up to speed.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116 Kielan Woods

4 BALLINTUBBER BOY (IRE) (116)

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Manhattan Babe (IRE)

Owner: Mason and McGoff

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Azat Mard

6 11 10

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

Form: 6/1641-P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over this sort of trip last season but ran modestly on sole outing this term at Market Rasen in May, labouring from circuit out. Others look more solid. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

5

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

HALIFAX (FR) (60) 6 11 6

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

Owner: Mrs Katya Banks

Trainer: Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Breeder: Mme Vsse. Yves D’Armaille

Colours: RED, ORANGE star, ORANGE sleeves, RED stars, ORANGE cap, RED diamonds.

Form: 00-2163 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a deserved first success in handicap at Exeter (2m7f) in February and confirmed return to form when doubling his tally in a small-field contest at Ffos Las in June Arrives on back of solid third at Newton Abbot (21.6f) and is one of the likelier contenders. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

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BLAKENEY

B g Sir Percy - Cartoon

POINT

Owner: Mr D. McCain Jnr

(GB) (63) 10 11 5

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW cross belts, sleeves and cap.

Form: 1536-04 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over C&D last summer but has rarely threatened since. Blinkers now reapplied but makes limited appeal. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110

Sam

Twiston-Davies

Conor Ring (3)

Abbie McCain (5)

7 UMNDENI (FR) (90) 9 11 0

B or Br g Balko (FR) - Marie Royale (FR)

Owner: Salvo & Alex Giannini

Trainer: Cian Collins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin

Colours: YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN star, YELLOW sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, YELLOW cap, EMERALD GREEN star. Form: 0/45-033

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times in this sphere for Philip Hobbs, latest at Newton Abbot

(21.6f) 2 years ago. Below par more recently but has plunged down the handicap and is worth monitoring in the market on debut for new connections.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5.

Jordan

Gainford

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 5.

The Result

2022: No Corresponding Race Last Year

Betting Forecast:

3-1 One Touch (IRE), 5-1 Butler’s Brief (IRE), Finisk River (GB), 11-2 Umndeni (FR), 7-1 Halifax (FR), 12-1 Ballintubber Boy (IRE), Blakeney Point (GB)

Race Summary:

It could be worth chancing Irish raider UMNDENI, who is 16lb below his last winning mark and his new yard have secured the services of Jordan Gainford. One Touch and Halifax look the likeliest dangers

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THE BANGOR-ON-DEE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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 maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, August 30th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £40. - Closed August 30th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 ARCTIC FOX (GB) (61) 7 11 2

Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Aurora Borealis (IRE)

Owner: Colin and Kay Taylor

Trainer: Martin Todhunter, Penrith

Breeder: Sir Robert Ogden

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap

Form: P//-F

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful stayer on the Flat who has failed to complete in her 2 tries over hurdles but remains with potential in this sphere and ran well on the level when last seen. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered briefly Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingSean Quinlan

2 CHAMPAGNE KISS (GB) (14) 5 11 2

B m Bollin Eric - Cutlass Silver

Owner: Simon & Sara Jones

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Mr S. A. Jones

Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK diabolo, PINK cap

Form: P

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a point winner but she showed nothing on recent hurdles debut at Worcester. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Conor Ring (3)

3 COME ON DU BERLAIS (FR) (35)5

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Polly’s Present (IRE)

Owner: Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson

Trainer: DavidKillahena&GraemeMcPherson,Stow-On-The-Wold

Breeder: S.A.R.L. Haras Du Berlais

Sponsor: The Good Racing Company Ltd

11 2

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

Form: 2220-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Gordon Elliott. Placed both starts over hurdles in the UK without fully matching the picking of her Irish form (tongue tied latest) but a big contender on these terms after a wind op Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

4 LITTEL FLOUR (IRE) (14) 6 11 2

B m Kayf Tara - Steel Lady (IRE)

Owner: A. C. O’Keeffe

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder: William P. Delaney

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK spots, WHITE sleeves and cap

Form: 304632

TIMEFORM VIEW Surely has a race in her over hurdles, looking sure to collect until a promising newcomer got his act together in similar event at Newton Abbot 14 days ago Not long with this yard and this looks a good opening.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100

5 LUCKIE MONEY (IRE) (63) 7 11 2

B m Most Improved (IRE) - Indian Bounty

Owner: Barry McGleenon and Thomas McAlister

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Stuart Weld

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE hoops, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap, ORANGE star

Form: 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Achieved little but might have needed the run on hurdles debut at Stratford 9 weeks ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Theo

6 TIME FOR JOY (IRE) (35) 6 11 2

B m Yeats (IRE) - Catleen (IRE)

Owner: Miss Ella McCain

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr P. Boyd

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and PINK diamonds.

Form: 4F-1555

TIMEFORM VIEW A winning pointer but only modest form shown in three runs over hurdles this summer Just minor claims on these terms.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

Nick Slatter (5)

Patrick Wadge (5)

Gillard

Abbie McCain (5)

7

CELLAR CLUB (GB) (17) 4 11 0

B f Universal (IRE) - Persian Gaye (IRE)

Owner: Talking Pictures TV Limited

Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Breeder: N. D. Cronin

Colours: WHITE, BLACK armlets, check cap Form: 00

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/novice hurdle Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Lilly Pinchin (3)

8

LIVALOT (IRE) (69) 4 11 0

B f Camelot - Lucht Na Gaeilge (IRE)

Owner: Ms E. L. Banks

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: Mrs Noreen Maher

Sponsor: GB Helicopters

Colours: PURPLE, ORANGE stars, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, PURPLE armlets, ORANGE cap Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), lost all chance at start last time (looked reluctant). Work to do now hurdling for new yard STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingBryony Frost

9

PRINCESS UNIQUE (GB) (14) 4 11 0

B f Telescope (IRE) - Grape Tree Flame

Owner: Steve & Jackie Fleetham

Trainer: Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: F. Lloyd

Colours: RED, YELLOW triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves, RED cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: 06300

TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest in bumpers and well held both starts over hurdles. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Sean Bowen

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

The Result

Distance

Time 2022: SWEET AUBURN (IRE) 6 11 2 Brian Hughes 11-8 (Donald McCain) 5 ran PLAY

Betting Forecast:

5-4 Littel Flour (IRE), 11-4 Come On du Berlais (FR), 5-1 Arctic Fox (GB), 11-1 Time For Joy (IRE), 40-1 Livalot (IRE), 50-1 Luckie Money (IRE), 66-1 Cellar Club (GB), Princess Unique (GB), 300-1 Champagne Kiss (GB)

Race Summary:

LITTEL FLOUR seemed sure to collect until a promising newcomer got his act together late in the day at Newton Abbot a fortnight ago and this looks easier She can open her account, at the chief expense of Come On du Berlais

1-2-3:

1.LITTEL FLOUR (IRE) 2.COME ON DU BERLAIS (FR) 3.ARCTIC FOX

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1 SAY HELLO (GB) (31)

B f Showcasing - Hello Glory (Zamindar (USA))

Owner: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade

Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd

9 9 (5)

Colours: PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN sash, RED sleeves and cap.

Form: 30612 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous efforts well behind in first-time blinkers when easily landing 11-runner 6f Newmarket nursery in July and cracking effort in defeat in fillies’ event over that C&D next time That form looks solid and she can go well again despite a 2lb nudge Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

2 PINK SATIN (GB) (19)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Pink Symphony (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe

Breeder: Mrs Fitri Hay

Sponsor: JMH Group

9 4 (1)

Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN

chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap

Form: 132 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to connections’ smart winner up to 1 1/2m Highland Chief and she’s made a good start, winning 6f Windsor novice on debut and finding only the impressive Zoulu Chief (won valuable York nursery next time) too good back there last time More to come and big shout under 5lb claimer Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 82

3 MAKE IT EASY (IRE) (10)

9 3 (4)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Paved Paradise (IRE) (Lord Shanakill (USA))

Owner: SYPS (UK) Ltd

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Breeder: Boherguy Stud

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, DARK BLUE Cross of Lorraine and sleeves.

Form: 52100

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the third attempt in a 5f Catterick maiden in July but not so good upped in grade since. This probably more her bag now contesting a nursery up in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

4 SNAFIYA (IRE) (31)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Erysimum (IRE) (Arcano (IRE))

Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Breeder: Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd

Sponsor: Alice Haynes Racing, Colourpin

9 3 (2)

Colours: WHITE, GOLD braid, GREEN sleeves, GREEN cap with GOLD tassel.

Form: 232116 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done well for new yard, winning 6f Doncaster and Thirsk novices’ in the space of a week in July, although she was well beaten in a good Newmarket nursery last time Cheekpieces go on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81 Kieran O’Neill

5 JE NE SAIS QUOI (IRE) (12)

B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Rouge Noir (Showcasing)

Owner: Islee Oliva Salinas Racing

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: Ballyhane

8 13 (3)

Colours: WHITE, BLACK and WHITE striped sleeves and cap

Form: 315260 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 6f Thirsk maiden in June and while her form has been patchy since she wasn’t disgraced in the York sales race last month, first home of the 3 fillies in the line-up, not having the best of runs through.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77 Cieren Fallon

6 LIV MY LIFE (IRE) (45)

B f Awtaad (IRE) - My Wish (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Mr Ian Wight, Mrs Teresa Lyons and Ptnr

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd

8 10 (6)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, GREY sleeves, LIGHT BLUE diamonds, PINK cap

Form: 42610

TIMEFORM VIEW Put experience to good use when landing 7-runner 5f maiden at Chester in July Set a stiff task and was brushed aside in the Super Sprint but this a much more realistic assignment and she’s one to note with Buick booked.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74 William Buick

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

The Result

Rossa Ryan

Mohammed Tabti (5)

Oisin Murphy

Betting Forecast:

Race Summary:

PINK SATIN looks the class act here, her form stacking up well having chased home Zoulu Chief at Windsor last time, and she’s hard to get away from. Say Hello is feared most ahead of Je Ne Sais Quoi.

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THIRD RACE 3.00

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15000

THE CARR & ASSOCIATES LLP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

3M 5Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7804 to the winning horse The second to receive £3588, the third £1794, the fourth £897, the fifth £448 and the sixth £223. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125. £75 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Carr & Associates have kindly sponsored this race and 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. 11 entries at £75.Closed August 30th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5963; Second £2981; Third £1491; Fourth £746; Fifth £372; Sixth £186. (Penalty Value £7804.50) Weights lowered 3lb.

1 FIDUX (FR) (37)

B g Fine Grain (JPN) - Folle Tempete (FR)

Owner: Axom LXVIII

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: P. Barbe, W. Barbe, E. Barbe & H. Barbe

Sponsor: Axom Ltd

10 11 11

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

Form: 022-245

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2021 and tried in cheekpieces when last of 5 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (26.1f, good) 37 days ago. Others appeal more. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 30/7/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 125

2 COURT MASTER (IRE) (37) 10 11 10

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lusos Wonder (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Lynne Maclennan

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Mr Cyril Carty

Colours: BLACK and ORANGE (quartered), checked sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap. Form: 0/PP-232 D

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time useful chaser for Michael Scudamore. Not discredited back chasing for his new yard when second of 5 in handicap at Uttoxeter (26.1f, good) 37 days ago Can go well again here with that form having been franked.

3 DIEU VIVANT (FR) (145) 10 11 8

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

Owner: Mr P. Chesters

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: BROWN, GREY cap

Form: 040220- D

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form without winning until only tenth of 27 in hunter chase at Aintree (21.1f, good) 145 days ago Sort to bounce back off a lenient mark.

4 QUID PRO QUO (IRE) (37) 7 11 8

Ch g Beat Hollow - Thieving Gypsy (IRE)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Ladbrokes

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: P31-223

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account over fences at Southwell (2m4f) in April and has improved on that form since, latest when third of six in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (2m4f) 37 days ago Player. Star Rating

5 THE VOLLAN (IRE) (14) 9 11 3

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Print It On Lips (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Elaine Holmes

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Breeder: Sharon Duggan

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, ORANGE sash and armlets, WHITE cap.

Form: 1000P-P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Registered fourth victory of 2022 in a 4-runner Kelso handicap in October Ended the year out of sorts, though, and pulled up in handicap chase at Worcester (23f, good to soft) 14 days ago Hard to make a case for.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117 Adam Wedge

6 ULTIMATE GETAWAY (IRE) (468)9 11 2

B g Getaway (GER) - Ultimate Echo (IRE)

Owner: Foxtrot Racing: Ultimate Getaway

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: William P. Delaney

Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 213P/12- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Ludlow in May 2022 but he returns from 15 months off now. Has his fitness to prove on his comeback. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 116 Jack Hogan (3)

Tom Cannon

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3.

The Result

Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: RED HAPPY (FR) 5 12 0 Tom Scudamore 7-2 (David Pipe) 5 ran

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Court Master (IRE), Quid Pro Quo (IRE), 9-2 Fidux (FR), 11-2 Ultimate Getaway (IRE), 16-1 Dieu Vivant (FR), 25-1 The Vollan (IRE)

Race Summary:

QUID PRO QUO arrives at the top of his game so is fancied to get back to winning ways at the chief expense of Court Master who took a big step back in the right direction when runner-up at Uttoxeter last time out Dieu Vivant figures on an attractive mark if back on his A-game and needs considering too.

1-2-3:

1.QUID PRO QUO (IRE) 2.COURT MASTER (IRE) 3.DIEU VIVANT (FR)

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Total prize fund £30000

THE ROYAL SUSSEX REGIMENT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

2M

No Horse Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 EARLOFTHECOTSWOLDS (FR) (151) 9 10 2 (2)

Bl g Axxos (GER) - Sissi Land (FR) (Grey Risk (FR))

Owner: Twiston-Davies, Mason, Greer & Kiely

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Yannick Colliot & Teddy Poirier

Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, YELLOW star

Form: 20-3410 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who notched fourth success on the Flat at Wolverhampton in March. Good second to Aggagio in this race last year off a 2lb higher mark but needs to bounce back following a couple of modest efforts (the latest over hurdles).

Star RatingHHIII

Official BHA Rating 100

2 NOVEL LEGEND (IRE) (45) 4 9 11 (9)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Majestic Dubawi (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui

Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

Sponsor: Pegasus Stables LLP

Colours: WHITE, RED epaulets and armlets.

Form: 2-11202 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improving 4-y-o who followed up his AW reappearance success when forging clear to land a 16.5f Newbury handicap in April. Solid efforts in defeat since, most recently chasing home subsequent Ebor second Sweet William back at Newbury, and he’s a major player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

3 VINO VICTRIX (GB) (32)

B g Sir Percy - Valeria Victrix (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: Mr Simon Bryan Shaw Ronaldson

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder: Selwood Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel

5 9 6 (6)

Colours: MAROON, WHITE diamond, armlets and diamond on cap.

Form: 24-0000 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive 2022 campaign, most notably finshing second in the Cesarewitch at Newmarket. Has yet to hit top form this season, though, finishing well adrift of Temporize at the big meeting here last month, and now has a bit to prove Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 90

4 RHYTHMIC INTENT (IRE) (16) 7 9 5 (5)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kerry Gal (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Proceed Nominees Pty Ltd

Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Breeder: Fermoir Ltd

Sponsor: Diomed Stables

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams and sleeves, RED cap

Form: 646433

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper who doesn’t look quite the force of old but his mark reflects that and he arrives here on the back of creditable efforts in defeat in 1 3/4m handicaps at Yarmouth and Sandown. Shapes as though this step up in trip will be no bad thing and he’s one to consider Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

5 TEMPORIZE (GB) (32)

B g Postponed (IRE) - Party Line (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner: Acorn Builders Dorset Ltd

Trainer: Syd Hosie, Sherborne

Breeder: Mr Stuart Counsell

4 9 5 (8)

Colours: MAUVE, RED diamond, MAUVE cap, WHITE spots.

Form: 332621 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner for the Johnston’s in 2022 and looked better than ever when making it third time lucky for this yard at the big meeting here (20.4f, soft). Up 7lb and back down in trip but he has to be high on the list all the same

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

6 MERVEILLO (GB) (472)

B g Archipenko (USA) - Merville (FR) (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Wertheimer et Frere

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

5 9 5 (3)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap

Form: 3153/46-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer for Christophe Ferland in France, including a Toulouse listed win in 2021. Respectable efforts both starts for this yard on the Flat last spring but more miss than hit over hurdles since and others look safer.

7

Kieran Shoemark

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 89

AGGAGIO (FR) (11) 5 9 2 (1)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ravage (Verglas (IRE))

Owner: Aura Racing

Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Michel Sardou

Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, BLACK diamond, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT GREEN armlets, LIGHT GREEN cap, BLACK star Form: 15-2562

CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded fourth win here when seeing off Earlofthecotswolds in this race 12 months ago Has won twice over hurdles since and runner-up twice from 4 visits here this season, including off this mark over C&D (good) last time, and shouldn’t be far away.

Rhys Clutterbuck

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

Liam Keniry

Daniel Muscutt

Billy Loughnane (3)

Oisin Murphy

Luke Morris

8 PONS AELIUS (IRE) (16) 4 8 11 (4)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Laugh Out Loud (Clodovil (IRE))

Owner: Susan and John Waterworth

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Breeder: C. O. P. Hanbury

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE diamond. Form: 522145 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 4 times during a busy 2022 and resumed winning ways over C&D (good to firm) in June Shaped better than the bare result dropped to 1 3/4m at Sandown recently and he’s high on the shortlist now back up in trip with William Buick aboard. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 81

9 GRAND PROVIDENCE (GB) (17) 3 8 2 (7)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Same Jurisdiction (SAF) (Mambo In Seattle (USA))

Owner: Cayton Park Stud Limited

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder: Cayton Park Stud Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE square, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap

Form: 331132 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly who is going the right way, winning 11f Kempton novice and 2m Doncaster handicap this summer (narrowly beat Temporize in the latter) and nothing wrong with subsequent efforts over 1 3/4m at Sandown and Newmarket. Likely to give another good account. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6.

The Result

William Buick

Hayley Turner

1st

2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: AGGAGIO (FR) 4 8 12 Rhys Clutterbuck 11-10 (Gary Moore) 4 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Novel Legend (IRE), 4-1 Temporize (GB), 11-2 Grand Providence (GB), 7-1 Rhythmic Intent (IRE), 17-2 Pons Aelius (IRE), 9-1 Aggagio (FR), 22-1 Vino Victrix (GB), 28-1 Earlofthecotswolds (FR), 40-1 Merveillo (GB)

Race Summary:

The Johnston’s have saddled the winner of this handicap 3 times since 2018 and PONS AELIUS is taken to enhance that record. The drop back to 1 3/4m counted against him at Sandown last time and he is appealing back at the scene/over the trip of his latest success in June off just a 2lb lower mark. The form of Novel Legend’s latest effort at Newbury has been well and truly boosted since, and he is a much respected main danger. Temporize is third choice ahead of Grand Providence and Rhythmic Intent.

1-2-3:

1.PONS AELIUS (IRE)

2.NOVEL LEGEND (IRE)

3.TEMPORIZE

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for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15000

THE GASKELLS WASTE MANAGEMENT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

2M 4F 72Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7804 to the winning horse The second to receive £3588, the third £1794 and the fourth £897 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 £75 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Gaskells Waste Management have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 6 entries at £75. - Closed August 30th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5963; Second £2981; Third £1491; Fourth £746. (Penalty Value £7804.50) Weights lowered 2lb.

No Horse Age st lb

1 NORTHERN BOUND (IRE) (35) 9 11 12

B g Fruits of Love (USA) - Noble Choice

Owner: Mrs Emma Kendall

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Patrick O’Reilly

Sponsor: Fitzdares

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE and RED striped cap Form: 21U-655 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times over fences last year, including this race, and latest success was gained off a 3lb higher mark at Newbury (2 1/2m, good to firm) in November Out of luck in 4 starts since returning from a break in April but yard in good form and he merits respect. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

2 GO ON CHEZ (GB) (14)

B g Malinas (GER) - Who’s Afraid

Owner: Kevin Roberts

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Sponsor: Swansway

7 11 12

Colours: PURPLE and RED (quartered), RED and PURPLE diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: FP1-222 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in emphatic fashion in a first-time tongue strap at Southwell in November Solid efforts in defeat all 3 starts since returning from a 6-month break and should make his presence felt. Cheekpieces refitted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

3 VINTAGE FIZZ (GB) (97)

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

Owner: Fine Claret Racing & Mr T.S. Ingham

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Breeder: Mr W. Kinsey

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

6 11 8

Colours: MAROON, ROYAL BLUE seams and sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 042P-13 CD

Jockey

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed over hurdles last spring, winning a pair of handicaps at around 2 1/2m on good to soft. Successful start over fences at Hexham in May and by no means disgraced when third at Cartmel next time, but needs to raise his game a touch here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126

4 THE BIG JETAWAY (IRE) (15) 7 11 2

B g Jet Away - Shady Pines (IRE)

Owner: Tom Leslie & Partner

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Kenneth Parkhill

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: WHITE and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 5-32111 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 of his 4 starts over fences and recently opened hurdles account upped to 19.6f here (good), landing the odds with minimum fuss. Remains open to improvement in this sphere and very much the one to beat.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: NORTHERN BOUND (IRE) 8 11 7 Luca Morgan 3-1 (Ben Pauling) 6 ran

Kielan Woods

Craig Nichol

Charlie Hammond

Theo Gillard

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

10-11 The Big Jetaway (IRE), 4-1 Go On Chez (GB), 5-1 Vintage Fizz (GB), 11-2 Northern Bound (IRE)

Race Summary:

The best is surely yet to come from the THE BIG JETAWAY, who has just the one blot on his chasing copybook and further advanced his reputation with a bloodless win over hurdles here 15 days ago He remains unexposed over fences and this trip Last year’s winner Northern Bound gets the nod for forecast purposes ahead of Go On Chez and Vintage Fizz.

1-2-3:

1.THE BIG JETAWAY (IRE) 2.NORTHERN BOUND (IRE) 3.GO ON CHEZ

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GOODWOOD 3.55

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12650

THE WILLIAM HILL PRESENTS UP FRONT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

No Horse Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 GLAMOROUS BREEZE (GB) (39) 5 9 12 (4)

B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Go Glamorous (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))

Owner: Robert & Nina Bailey

Trainer: Christopher Mason, Caerwent

Breeder: Mr Robert & Mrs Nina Bailey

Sponsor: ChepstowGardenCentre,ChepstowGardenCentre

Colours: RED, BLACK star, WHITE sleeves and cap.

Form: 601213 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been in top form this season, winning twice at Windsor (5f). Good third at Ascot (5f) latest and likely to go well again. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 85

2 WHENTHEDEALINSDONE (GB) (17) 5 9 12 (6)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Maureen (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

Owner: A&G Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn

Breeder: Newsells Park Stud

Sponsor: Chartplan(2004) Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star

Form: 020006 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW This former C&D winner is on a good mark if staging a revival but need to see a bit more before lending support. Blinkers back on.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85 Jim Crowley

3 COUP DE FORCE (GB) (18) 4 9 3 (5)

B f Lethal Force (IRE) - Dilgura (Ishiguru (USA))

Owner: The Coup de Force Partnership

Trainer: Stuart Kittow, Cullompton

Breeder: Stuart Kittow & Russell Ingham

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW spots, YELLOW cap.

Form: 1-42301 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times in 2022 and back to winning ways at Wolverhampton (5f) 18 days ago Should remain competitive after a 2lb rise

4 SOME NIGHTMARE (IRE) (40) 6 9 2 (1)

B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Isolde’s Return (Avonbridge)

Owner: The Cross Racing Club

Trainer: John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Breeder: Pat Beirne & Dream Ahead Syndicate

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN epaulets and armlets.

Form: 024230 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a competitive Racing League handicap 6 weeks ago but had been running with credit in smaller fields prior to that and no surprise if he bounces faced with that scenario again. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/7/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly Star

Rating 75

5 COVER UP (IRE) (22) 3 9 1 (2)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Hushing (Pivotal)

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Colours: ROYAL BLUE.

Form: 601 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when off the mark at the third time of asking in 5f Windsor novice 22 days ago, just clinging on. Likely to be popular as an unexposed type from a top yard but his opening mark does demand more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75

6 FOUR ADAAY (GB) (10) 5 8 13 (3)

B m Adaay (IRE) - Sonko (IRE) (Red Clubs (IRE))

Owner: The Four Adaay Syndicate

Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton

Breeder: J. A. Khan

Sponsor: Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK inverted triangle, striped sleeves and cap

Form: 142343 CD

William Buick

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Newmarket in June

Creditable third of 7 over C&D (heavy) 10 days ago. Respected under Murphy.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Blinkers worn by No. 2, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

The Result

Oisin Murphy

Gina Mangan (3)

Kevin Stott

FIFTH RACE 4.10

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE PROACTIVE PERSONNEL 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 £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. September 3rd. Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Proactive Personnel have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries, 2 at £8 and 15 at £40. - Closed August 30th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

1 VE DAY (IRE) (35) 4 12 0

B g Churchill (IRE) - Cochabamba (IRE)

Owner: Owners Group 111

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Clarecastle Farm Limited

Sponsor: Owners Group

Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 10-322

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the level for Andrew Balding. Landed 4-runner juvenile at Musselburgh (2m, good to soft) on hurdle debut in March. Has only matched rather than bettered that since and his opening handicap mark in this sphere isn’t obviously generous. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

2 GOVERNOR GREEN (IRE) (108) 6 11 6

B g Aiken - Little Green (IRE)

Owner: The Fortune Hunters

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr Garrett Reynolds

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

Colours: BLACK, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, striped sleeves. Form: 00001-3 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over C&D in April and posted a solid third off a 7lb higher mark in 2m handicap at Uttoxeter 4 weeks later. Contender if returning from a 108-day break in similar form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

3

CHOIRMASTER (GB) (15) 4 11 2

Ch g Iffraaj - Lamentation

Owner: The Shinton Family

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Overbury Stallions Ltd

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: WHITE, BLACK spots, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 5-223U1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat and in good nick in this sphere since undergoing a wind op, winning a C&D handicap 15 days ago Has first-time cheekpieces added to his tongue tie now. Much respected up 4lb Star RatingHHHHH

4

CUMHACHT (IRE) (12) 5 11 2

B g Camacho - Soliza (IRE)

Owner: Farnhams,Rymers,Streets,Locketts,Gammond

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: John Cullinan

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: PINK, RED star, hooped sleeves and star on cap

Form: 326354

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Mostly creditable efforts in handicaps this season but his mark hasn’t budged much as a result and he’ll need to pull out a little more to get off the mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

5 THEONLYWAYISWESSEX (FR) (39) 5 11 2

B or Br g Maxios - Terra Fina

Owner: Marsh, Kelly, Meacham, Davies & Mordaunt

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Bloodstock Agency Ltd

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE stars, striped sleeves and stars on cap Form: 45/25-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW Flat winner for this yard earlier in the year Possible he needed the run after a short break (had wind surgery) when only seventh of 9 in 2m Uttoxeter handicap in July and being eased another 3lb can only help.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

6 SWIFT TUTTLE (IRE) (15) 4 10 10

Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Lumiere Astrale (FR)

Owner: Whites Property Limited

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Hardys Of Kilkeel Ltd

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 600-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat for Brian Meehan. Also went close on the level for this yard at Haydock in the spring but pulled up in C&D handicap back hurdling 15 days ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 90

Sean Bowen

Tom Cannon

Peter Kavanagh (5)

Jay Tidball (5)

Toby Wynne

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

The Result

2022: FARO (FR) 7 11 1 Henry Brooke 12-1 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 9 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Choirmaster (GB), 3-1 Governor Green (IRE), 7-2 VE Day (IRE), 6-1 Theonlywayiswessex (FR), 13-2 Cumhacht (IRE), 40-1 Swift Tuttle (IRE)

Race Summary:

If CHOIRMASTER pulls out only a little more for cheekpieces he might be able to add to last month’s C&D success Governor Green was in fine form when last seen in the spring and is second choice ahead of Cumhacht.

1-2-3:

1.CHOIRMASTER 2.GOVERNOR GREEN (IRE) 3.CUMHACHT (IRE)

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for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7000

THE FLASH: A TRIBUTE TO QUEEN 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, August 30th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 23 entries at £35. - Closed August 30th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

1 RAGAMUFFIN (IRE) (7)

B g Arcadio (GER) - Mill Race Annie (IRE)

Owner: Jane Nuala Cartwright

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Mr Amby Stafford

Sponsor: Tote

8 12 0

Colours: MAUVE, DARK GREEN stripe and sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, MAUVE diamond. Form: 12-0552 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time chase winner last season. Easily best effort this season when second at Worcester a week ago and might be capable of going one better if showing up in similar form.

2 TARAGRACE (IRE)

(32) 7 11

B m Presenting - Seekayclaire (IRE)

Owner: Ceffyl cymraeg

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Michael & John O’Doherty

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

10

Colours: RED, RED and YELLOW check sleeves and cap. Form: 25P42-2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice early in 2022 and better than ever under this conditional when runner-up at this venue on his last 2 outings. Another bold show is on the cards.

3 NEVER NO TROUBLE (GB) (15) 4 11 7

B f Time Test - Kitba

Owner: Birkdale Bloodstock

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mrs G. Lane

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 03-2223

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for her consistency when winning 8-runner maiden at Hereford (2m) in February. Placed on all hurdle starts this season, the latest when third over C&D a fortnight ago First-time visor replaces blinkers. Likely to be thereabouts again.

4 CALVIC (IRE) (30) 7 11 6

Br g Califet (FR) - Zihuatanejo Breeze (IRE)

Owner: The Calvic Partnership

Trainer: Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant

Breeder: Bill Hayes & Declan Doyle

Sponsor: Silcock Dawson & Partners

Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW diabolo, YELLOW cap. Form: 2F1P/-42

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has reached the frame in maiden/novice hurdles around 2m this summer, showing enough to think he can be competitive from this opening mark. Longer trip might help too. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

5 ANGER MANAGEMENT (GB) (14) 4 10 13

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Despatch

Owner: BB Thoroughbreds

Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket

Breeder: Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Russell Developments

Colours: BLACK, RED stars, RED sleeves, BLACK stars, RED cap, BLACK star.

Form: 2153P-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused an upset in 4-runner juvenile event at Huntingdon in October but rather gone backwards since, finishing a well-beaten seventh back hurdling at Worcester 14 days ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93

6 PUNK ROCK GIRL (IRE) (67) 5 10 12

B m Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Dantesniece (IRE)

Owner: G. Collins/C.J. Sheehy/Paudie Clifford

Trainer: Cian Collins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr Noel Collins

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE star, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars.

Form: 00PP-00

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form. Well held in Cartmel handicap when last seen at the end of June and a first-time tongue tie needs to make a big difference. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

Miss Izzie Marshall (7)

Sean Bowen

Jordan Gainford

7 BALRANALD (FR) (73) 7 10 8

B or Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shining Glory (GER)

Owner: Mr J. P. G. Hamilton

Trainer: Alison Hamilton, Denholm

Breeder: Ecurie Des Monceaux

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Form: 02-6130 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over fences at Sedgefield in winter 2021 and finally opened his account over hurdles in a C&D handicap in May. Backed that up when third here in June and freshened up since a lesser run at Perth later that month.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

8

EDMOND DANTES (IRE) (10)

Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Abhasana (IRE)

Owner: Mrs P. Groves

Trainer: Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

Sponsor: Quattro Products LTD

7 10 5

Colours: YELLOW, large BLACK spots, chevrons on sleeves.

Form: U/00-626

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track after a wind op when second of 10 in 2m handicap hurdle at Hexham in June but ran below par at Cartmel 8 weeks later.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 82

9 MY POEM (GB) (37)

Ch m Poet’s Voice - Watchoverme

Owner: Back to the Track Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Wretham Stud

Sponsor: Swansway

6 10 4

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE seams, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE hooped cap.

Form: 4562-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful reappearance for the second year running when accounting for 11 rivals at Worcester (2m, good to soft) in July. Good second at Uttoxeter (2m again) since. Player if stamina holds now stepping up in trip

10 ROBEAM (IRE) (8)

B g Helmet (AUS) - Secret Flame

Owner: Mr Keith Jones

Trainer: Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley

Breeder: Val & Angela Leeson

Sponsor: Tote

7 10 2

Colours: ORANGE, BROWN chevron and armlets.

Form: P-0T4P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed that he retains some ability when fourth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (3m) in June, but has struggled since, including virtually refusing to race on one occasion. Best to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77

11

LUMINARIES (IRE) (81)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE)

Owner: Mr K. S. Ward

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Liam Gilsenan

6 10 2

Colours: RED, GREY spots, BLACK sleeves, RED and GREY quartered cap.

Form: 0006-0P

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered very little in 6 starts thus far, pulling up at Fontwell when last seen in June Ragamuffin has to be considered the yard’s main hope Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75 James Best

12

ARAGLEN STAR (IRE) (15) 6 10 2

B m Watar (IRE) - Cailin Aoibhinn (IRE)

Owner: Le Soleil Racing

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Michael O’Donoghue

Colours: WHITE and BLACK diamonds, WHITE sleeves, MAROON diamonds, WHITE cap, RED diamond.

Form: 006635

TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest form and easy to look elsewhere from 8lb out of the handicap. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69 Tabitha Worsley (3)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Visor worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 7, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6, 7, 8, 10

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: ONE TOUCH (IRE) 8 12 0 Luca Morgan 4-1 (Ben Pauling) 8 ran

Jamie Hamilton

Lorcan Murtagh

Kevin Brogan

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Taragrace (IRE), 5-1 Ragamuffin (IRE), My Poem (GB), 11-2 Calvic (IRE), 7-1 Never No Trouble (GB), 20-1 Balranald (FR), 28-1 Edmond Dantes (IRE), 33-1 Punk Rock Girl (IRE), 40-1 Anger Management (GB), 50-1 Araglen Star (IRE), 66-1 Robeam (IRE), Luminaries (IRE)

Race Summary:

RAGAMUFFIN won off higher marks than this over fences last summer and is taken to build on last week’s back-to-form second at Worcester. Donald McCain pair Taragrace and Never No Trouble are pretty consistent and are likely to figure prominently again, while My Poem should also have a say if lasting out over this longer trip.

1-2-3:

1.RAGAMUFFIN (IRE) 2.TARAGRACE (IRE) 3.NEVER NO TROUBLE FREE form for all British and Irish meetings

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