Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Wednesday 4th October

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

WEDNESDAY 4TH OCTOBER 2023

Good Afternoon,

Welcome to The Autumm Meeting here at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse.

Autumn Meeting here at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse.

On today’s racecard we have eight exciting races. The first, The Wynnstay Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Steeple Chase, will begin today’s events at 2:05pm. Later in the afternoon, we have The Tote.co.uk Never Beaten By SP Handicap Hurdle Race at 4:05pm, worth £20,000 Finally, the days excitement will close with The Halloween 31st October Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race at 5:35pm.

I’d like to extend my thanks to today’s sponsor, Tote. All at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse are grateful for your support.

We next race here on Tuesday 31st October for our Halloween Day Hopefully you can join us for a spooktacular day at the only racecourse in North-Wales.

Jonathon Turner, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING

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13 47 14 28

18 22 38

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

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EACH WAY

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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

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· 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

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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

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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.

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 329 runners, 22%) runs CREATIVE CONTROL (2.05), HEROS DE MOUTIERS (2.35), EVE MONEYPENNY (3.35), EASTER JUNCTION (4.35), DINO BELLAGIO (5.05), PANHANDLE SLIM and BADLANDS BOY (5.35).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIERO (17 wins from 162 runners, 10%) runs HERITIER (2.05), HANNAH’S WALK (3.05), GENTLE VICTOR (4.35), EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY (5.05).

F O’BRIEN (16 wins from 74 runners, 22%) runs UNCLE ARTHUR (2.35).

G HANMER (14 wins from 109 runners, 13%) runs DARANOVA (3.05), ISTHEBAROPEN & DEE STAR (4.05), FANDABIDOZI (5.05), PROFESSOR HIGGINS and WEXFORD PARK (5.35).

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

A WATSON (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs RIDGE HILL (5.35).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 13 runners, 38%) runs BALLYCAMUS (4.05).

L RUSSELL (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs VIVE DE CHARNIE (3.35), KING OF ANSWERS (5.35).

D SKELTON (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs OMAHA WISH (3.35), CHANTILLY ROSE (4.35), MAJOR FORTUNE and MAHLER MOON (5.05).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

B HUGHES (57 wins from 221 rides, 26%) rides HEROS DE MOUTIERS (2.35), EVE MONEYPENNY (3.35), ISTHEBAROPEN (4.05), EASTER JUNCTION (4.35), DINO BELLAGIO (5.05), PANHANDLE SLIM (5.35).

P BRENNAN (11 wins from 46 rides, 24%) rides UNCLE ARTHUR (2.35).

S BOWEN (11 wins from 81 rides, 14%) rides PITTSBURG (2.35), OLIVERS TRAVELS (4.05), ACT OF AUTHORITY (5.05), PROFESSOR HIGGINS (5.35).

S TWISTON-DAVIES (10 wins from 84 rides, 12%) rides BALLYCAMUS (4.05).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

S BOWEN (7 wins from 22 rides, 32%) rides listed above

S TWISTON-DAVIES (6 wins from 15 rides, 40%) rides listed above.

D MULLINS (4 wins from 24 rides, 17%) rides MORRICONE (4.05).

H SKELTON (3 wins from 10 rides, 30%) rides OMAHA WISH (3.35), CHANTILLY ROSE (4.35), MAJOR FORTUNE (5.05).

WEIGHTWATCHER

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

2.05 BITASWEETSYMPHONY (won off 91 down 3lb to 88);

JOLY MAKER (won off 105 down 4lb to 101);

3.05 DARANOVA (won off 110 down 11lb to 99).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race:

5.05 DINO BELLAGIO (down 5 grades).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 2nd October.

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TODAY’S TOP TIPS

Creative Control was possibly a fortuitous winner when being left in the lead two fences from home at Uttoxeter last month, but Donald McCain’s gelding still merits respect now only 1lb higher IMAC WOOD, however, makes slightly more appeal after finding some improvement when triumphing over 2m4f at Worcester in August A 4lb rise looks more than fair and the five-year-old is fancied to enhance his fine strike-rate over fences (3-5). Sinister Minister may chase them home.

WIN: IMAC WOOD

DANGER: CREATIVE CONTROL

Uncle Arthur failed to land a blow in handicap company when under the tutelage of Nigel Twiston-Davies, but the five-year-old is worth a second look in the market on his stable debut for Fergal O’Brien. HEROS DE MOUTIERS rates as a more solid proposition after finishing runner-up off his current mark at Hexham last month. The in-form Pittsburg and Gambie Tiep are others likely to go well.

WIN: HEROS DE MOUTIERS

DANGER: UNCLE ARTHUR

JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE has posted a string of creditable efforts in defeat since his first success at Stratford in August and looks to have been found a suitable opportunity to regain the winning thread. The dropped-in-class Easkey Lad is feared most, with first-time blinkers looking a positive move. William Ewart has been given a break since his eighth-placed effort on chase debut at Uttoxeter in May and it’s too early to be writing him off.

WIN: JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE

DANGER: EASKEY LAD

Former point-to-point winner DRUMLEE SPUD, a half-sister to the useful Monbeg Stream, was the subject of strong support on her debut in a Worcester bumper last month. A clear second that day, it was a respectable effort and she is fancied to be a different proposition with hurdles to negotiate. Eve Moneypenny tasted success over timber for her previous stable in Ireland and is noted on debut for Donald McCain. Omaha Wish is also considered.

WIN: DRUMLEE SPUD

DANGER: EVE MONEYPENNY

A comfortable winner of a maiden hurdle at Worcester on his penultimate start, OLIVERS TRAVELS has already shown a lot of promise in this sphere and is an appealing option starting out in handicaps off a workable mark. Recent Downpatrick winner Morricone commands respect in receipt of 8lb from the selection. Halifax, a C&D winner off 3lb lower last month, is also respected, while Dee Star is another notable contender

WIN: OLIVERS TRAVELS

DANGER: MORRICONE

It is hard to ignore the potential held by WORDSWORTH, who reached a mark of 111 on the Flat during his time with Aidan O’Brien. Having impressed with a close second in a maiden hurdle at Ballinrobe on his sole start for Josh Halley, he looks a prime candidate to improve. Now under David Pipe’s tutelage, this could be the start of an intriguing campaign for the five-year-old. Easter Junction, Black Occ and Book Of Verse head the list of dangers.

WIN: WORDSWORTH

DANGER: EASTER JUNCTION

ACT OF AUTHORITY displayed plenty of promise when filling second place in both bumper starts earlier in the year and it would be no surprise to see the son of Authorized make a winning debut over hurdles here. Dino Bellagio also showed ability in bumpers and he could prove to be the main threat to the selection, although Shiroccosmagicbaby and Mahler Moon also merit consideration.

WIN: ACT OF AUTHORITY

DANGER: DINO BELLAGIO

CANNOCK PARK only found one too good on his Rules debut in a similar event at Carlisle earlier in the year and the five-year-old could be hard to stop with the benefit of that experience. That said, Ridge Hill also went well on his racecourse bow in August and should not be underestimated, while Professor Higgins edges out Macmolly and Panhandle Slim to be best of the rest.

WIN: CANNOCK PARK

DANGER: RIDGE HILL

FIRST RACE 2.05

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE WYNNSTAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

2M 4F 72Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 1st, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb Bangor Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 13 entries, 1 at £10 and 12 at £50 - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A

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No Horse Age st lb

CREATIVE CONTROL (IRE) (21) 7 12 0

B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Intricate Dance (USA)

Owner: Clwydian Connections

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Dermot & John Dwan

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN seams, striped sleeves, DARK GREEN cap Form: 22P0-61 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from a spin over hurdles and back to winning ways in 7-runner handicap chase at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago Fortunate on that occasion given leader unseated late but he’s up just 1lb for that. Major player.

2 HERITIER (FR) (193) 6 11 12

B g Fuisse (FR) - Toscane (FR)

Owner: Gardiner and The Nevers Partnership

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK diamonds, BLACK sleeves, ORANGE stars, BLACK cap, ORANGE star Form: 110355-

TIMEFORM VIEW Registered third chase win in 3-runner contest at Market Rasen in November. Ended season in modest fashion but a break will doubtless have done him some good.

3 IMAC WOOD (FR) (36) 5 11 8

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

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap. Form: 045P-31 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in France early last year Not at that level for this yard though dropped a long way in the weights and he cashed in returned to fences at Worcester last month. Expected to give it another good go

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JOLY MAKER (IRE) (25) 9 11 6

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Joly Coeur (FR)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Stephane Milaveau

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap. Form: 5-35354 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to tally when a surprise winner back from 8 months off at Stratford in April. Into his shell since so others more persuasive despite falling mark.

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BITASWEETSYMPHONY

B g Mahler - Libertango (IRE)

Owner: Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: A. Smart

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

(IRE)

(190) 8 10 7

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE diamonds, BLACK sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star Form: 5/5234P- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 3lb below his last winning mark and easy to forgive heavy defeat at Huntingdon when last seen in March having all but come down at the first. Market may guide on reappearance. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/3/2023 it was reported that the horse did not face first time blinkers. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

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6 SINISTER MINISTER (GB) (21) 8 10 4

Gr g Malinas (GER) - Champagne Lil

Owner: Foxhunters In Mind

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Mr A. M. Armitage

Sponsor: Philip Jones Financial Solutions

Colours: RED, YELLOW stripe and armlets.

Form: 236232

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a positive if slightly frustrating start to his chase career, placed for the fifth time at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago Same mark here and he’s likely to give it a good shot.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85 Finn Lambert

7 DYNALI (GB) (21) 7 10 2

B g Dansili - Lunar Phase (IRE)

Owner: Moorland Racing

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors

Colours: RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, hooped cap

Form: P54540

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who has shaped with limited encouragement for current stable Out of the weights returned to fences.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78

NUMBER

OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: MIDNIGHT JEWEL 6 11 6 Lilly Pinchin 6-5 (Charlie Longsdon) 6 ran

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Creative Control (IRE), 10-3 Imac Wood (FR), 5-1 Sinister Minister (GB), 13-2 Heritier (FR), 9-1 Bitasweetsymphony (IRE), 14-1 Joly Maker (IRE), 50-1 Dynali (GB)

Race Summary:

CREATIVE CONTROL was a fortunate winner at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago but the assessor has raised him just 1lb as a result, so the follow-up may well be on the cards. Imac Wood also tasted success last time and is a danger, while Heritier is dangerous if fully tuned up for this return to action.

1-2-3:

1.CREATIVE CONTROL (IRE) 2.IMAC WOOD (FR) 3.HERITIER (FR)

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Total prize fund £8000

THE HORSERADISH CATERING & EVENTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

2M 1F 77Y

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 0-100 Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 18 entries at £40. - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1 HEROS DE MOUTIERS (FR) (28) 6 12 0

B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Moriany (FR)

Owner: T W Johnson & G Maxwell

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr Andre Rousseau

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE braces and sleeves. Form: 034-242 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 9 in handicap chase at Hexham (15.6f, good, 7/2) 28 days ago. Can make presence felt. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

2 PITTSBURG (IRE) (21)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE)

Owner: Mr S. McCafferty

Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack

Breeder: John Fitzgerald

7 12 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE hoops, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ORANGE armlets, WHITE and EMERALD GREEN hooped cap Form: 541122 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 6 runs this season. 6/1, very good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft) 21 days ago Switches from hurdles to chase and firmly in the picture. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

3 GAMBIE TIEP (FR) (10)

B g Zambezi Sun - Uitiepy (FR)

Owner: Mrs Sophie Pauling

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Michel Contignon & Mathilde Contignon

Sponsor: Fitzdares

7 11 13

Colours: BLACK, RED hooped sleeves and cap Form: 11441U BF

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 6 runs this season. Latest win in chase at Fontwell in September Leading and going well when unseated his rider 4 out in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, good, 7/4) 10 days ago. Expected to be bang there off the same mark.

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Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 94

UNCLE ARTHUR (GB) (145) 5 11 8

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mini Muck

Owner: Mr Doug Pocock

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Nigel Twiston-Davies

Colours: DARK GREEN and PINK diamonds, DARK GREEN sleeves, PINK stars, DARK GREEN cap, PINK star Form: 00405-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to soft, 6/1) 145 days ago First run for yard after leaving Nigel Twiston-Davies and much respected on his chase debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

5 FULL OF LIGHT (IRE) (25) 7 11 8

Gr g Leading Light (IRE) - Scartara (FR)

Owner: Mr Craig Hayes

Trainer: Rob Summers, Solihull

Breeder: Mr Daniel Furini

Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves, MAROON cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 6-PP5U4

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Stratford (16.3f, good) 25 days ago, better placed than most. Switches from hurdles to chase and not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

6 NEWTONIAN (GB) (22) 6 10 8

B g Telescope (IRE) - Mi Money

Owner: Lost in the Summer Wine 2

Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Breeder: David Jenks

Sponsor: Matt Sheppard Racing

Colours: BLACK, large YELLOW spots, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW spots, YELLOW cap Form: 5P50-66

TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind op before coming in only sixth of 8 in handicap chase at Worcester (16.5f, soft, 12/1) 22 days ago Lots more is needed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75

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7 PENCIL (IRE) (166) 6 10 7

Ch g Retirement Plan - Maggie From Dunlo (IRE)

Owner: Bradley Partnership

Trainer: Nicky Martin, Minehead

Breeder: Kealan & Stanley Clarke

Sponsor: Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap Form: P00P36-

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to offer much in two runs over fences, remote sixth of 10 in handicap chase at Exeter (17.5f, good to soft, 9/1) 166 days ago Plenty more is required. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74

8 MONEY FOR JAM (IRE) (206) 6 10

B g Westerner - She’s All Talk (IRE)

Owner: Ashton & Gittins

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: T. Breen & P. J. O’Gorman

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

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Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE hoops, armlets and cap Form: 04/P34P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap hurdle (5/2) at Market Rasen (18.6f, soft)

6 months ago Makes chase debut with something to prove STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/3/2023 it was reported that the horse may have had a breathing problem. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72

9 TIKA MOON (IRE) (35)

B g Casamento (IRE) - Trikala (IRE)

Owner: Miss Sarah-Jayne Davies

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Skymarc Farm

Sponsor: S J D Racing

6 10 2

Colours: BLACK, WHITE stars and armlets. Form: P6/6-000

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 9 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good, 150/1) 35 days ago.

Makes chase debut with cheekpieces on for 1st time and a bit to prove Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 8.

The Result

KEPY BLANC (FR) 7 10 7 Tom O’Brien 10-3 (Philip Hobbs) 10 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-4 Gambie Tiep (FR), 4-1 Heros de Moutiers (FR), 9-2 Pittsburg (IRE), 12-1 Uncle Arthur (GB), Pencil (IRE), 14-1 Money For Jam (IRE), 16-1 Newtonian (GB), 22-1 Full of Light (IRE), 66-1 Tika Moon (IRE)

Race Summary:

GAMBIE TIEP is already a three-time winner this season and was still going well in front when coming down four out at Plumpton last time so is fancied to bag another victory off an unchanged mark here. Heros de Moutiers rates the chief threat on the back of his good Hexham second, with Pittsburg and Uncle Arthur two more who need considering

1-2-3:

1.GAMBIE TIEP (FR) 2.HEROS DE MOUTIERS (FR) 3.PITTSBURG (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 3.05

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Total prize fund £8000

THE OVERTON ON DEE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

3M 5Y

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 0-105. Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £40. - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

No Horse

1 HEAD ON (IRE) (562)

Br g Robin des Champs (FR) - Miss Baloo (IRE)

Owner: Mr S. J. Cox

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: Mr K. D. Cotter

Sponsor: Tote

Age st lb

7 12 0

Colours: BLACK, BROWN stars, BLACK sleeves and cap Form: 11P1P3/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third of 6 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft, 10/3). Off 18 months. Cheekpieces on 1st time Handicapper has given him a chance and he’s worth a market check.

2 EASKEY LAD (IRE) (36) 8 11 12

B g Most Improved (IRE) - Lilakiya (IRE)

Owner: Miss Sarah Carter

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: L. Montgomery

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: DARK GREEN, ORANGE hoops, armlets and cap Form: F-11043 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win a pair of 3m Ffos Las handicaps in May and June At least respectable efforts the last twice and should be on the premises again in new headgear

3 DINDIN (FR) (27)

B g Balko (FR) - Taguy Star (FR)

Owner: David Pipe Racing Club

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: T. Vigneron & M. Lochin & L. Lochin

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

10 11 9

Colours: BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 31524P

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the scoreboard at Worcester (23f) in June but more miss than hit since and is left with a bit to prove

4 DARANOVA (IRE) (16) 9 11 8

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

Owner: Mr Colin Moore

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mr D.P. Constable

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, BLACK diamond, diamonds on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, BLACK star Form: 2P5-PP6 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained two 3m chase wins in May 2022 but struggling for form at present, only sixth back over hurdles at Worcester last time Up against it in current mood. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

5 WILLIAM EWART (IRE) (151) 6 10 10

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Romantic Fashion (IRE)

Owner: Sue Howell

Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend

Breeder: Ms Kathryn Tottenham

Sponsor: NAF

Colours: WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap Form: 23012-0 C

Jockey

TIMEFORM VIEW Much more like it switched to handicaps over hurdles, bolting up at Bangor (23f, soft) in March and running well in staying event at Stratford. Modest chasing debut at Uttoxeter 5 months ago but could prove a different proposition this time Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87 Nick Scholfield

6

JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (15) 6 10 4

B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE)

Owner: Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton

Trainer: Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Breeder: Gretton & J. Hynes

Colours: PINK, BLACK chevron and sleeves, BLACK and PINK quartered cap Form: 521232

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 25 NH runs. Winner in chase at Stratford in August. Creditable second of 7 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (24f, soft, 5/2) 15 days ago Leading claims.

Kevin Brogan

7 TOM O’ROUGHLEY (IRE) (31) 8 10 2

B g Yeats (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE)

Owner: Oaktree Racing Club

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Larry Mealiffe

Colours: ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond and armlets, LIGHT GREEN cap Form: 4-1U4PP D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return at Warwick in May but has drastically lost his form since and is hard to make a case for. Star Rating

8 HANNAH’S WALK (GB) (28)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Hannah’s Princess (IRE)

Owner: Back to the Track Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Swanee River Partnership

Sponsor: Swansway

5 10 2

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE seams, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE hooped cap Form: 0P-0066

TIMEFORM VIEW Not much inspiration to be gained from her bumper/hurdling efforts to date and she’s out of the weights on chase debut.

time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE arrives at the top of his game and is fancied to resume winning ways at the possible expense of Easkey Lad, who has blinkers on for the first time

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THE HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

No Horse Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 CONCIERGE (IRE) (16)

Br g Society Rock (IRE) - Warm Welcome (Motivator)

Owner: Dare To Dream Racing

Trainer: Michael Attwater, Epsom

Breeder: Michael McGlynn

Sponsor: daretodreamracing.co.uk

7 9 12 (2)

Colours: ORANGE, GREY star. Form: 430311 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to easily win 4-runner handicap (2/1) at Brighton (6f, heavy) 16 days ago by 4 lengths from Hey Mr. Has to be taken seriously despite taking a 6lb rise Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 68 Luke Morris

2 RAY VONN (IRE) (11)

B g Galileo Gold - Golden Flower (Royal Applause)

Owner: Moorgate Racing Limited

Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Sponsor: Tote

3 9 11 (9)

Colours: ORANGE and WHITE check, ORANGE cap Form: 233004

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good, 14/1)

11 days ago, not ideally placed. Ought to be in the shake-up Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68 Harry Davies

3 ANGE DE L’AMOUR (GB) (28)

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Ocelot (Poet’s Voice)

Owner: Mrs A. L. Heayns

Trainer: Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Breeder: Manor Farm Stud (Rutland)

3 9 11 (10)

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

Form: 03100-3 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 14/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Bath (5f, firm) 28 days ago Up in trip and in the mix. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68 David Probert

4 HEY MR (GB) (16) 5 9 9 (5)

B g Territories (IRE) - Filona (IRE) (Motivator)

Owner: West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Alexandra Dunn, Wellington Breeder: Scuderia Blueberry SRL

Sponsor: Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

Colours: BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap

Form: 014202 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner First run since leaving Paul Midgley when 4 lengths second of 4 to Concierge in handicap at Brighton (6f, heavy, 11/2) 16 days ago Needs considering. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65 Kieran Shoemark

5 SELBY’S PRIDE (GB) (10)

Gr f Lethal Force (IRE) - Vibrant (Pivotal)

Owner: Alison Johnson

Trainer: Tony Coyle, Norton

Breeder: W. P. S. Johnson

4 9 9 (3)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, DARK BLUE star and sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, DARK BLUE star.

Form: 005062 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 10 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft, 11/1) 10 days ago Claims.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65 (+2) Tom Marquand

6 DORS TOYBOY (IRE) (47) 6 9 8 (6)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rathaath (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Mrs Doreen Carter

Trainer: Dean Ivory, Radlett

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Sponsor: Dean Ivory Racing Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE stars, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, PURPLE cap

Form: 2216-05

TIMEFORM VIEW Solid fifth of 12 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good, 50/1) 47 days ago Can give a good account at these weights. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 64 Kieran O’Neill

7 APACHE STAR (IRE) (18) 4 9 8 (11)

Br g No Nay Never (USA) - Instinctively (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner: Xenon Workplace & Partner

Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd

Colours: PURPLE, BEIGE star, hooped sleeves and stars on cap

Form: 251310 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Bath in August. Below form tenth of 16 in handicap (6/1) at Bath (5.7f, good) 18 days ago so needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 64 Billy Loughnane

8 WILLINGLY (GB) (9) 6 9 6 (7)

Ch m Hot Streak (IRE) - Paradise Place (Compton Place)

Owner: Miss Jacintha Hynes

Trainer: Mark Usher, Lambourn

Breeder: Springcombe Park Stud

Colours: PINK, DARK GREEN triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves, PINK cap, DARK GREEN diamond.

Form: 14-4523 D

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Seamus Durack when creditable third of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Shortlisted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62 (-1) Alex Jary (7)

9 BOSSY PARKER (IRE) (11) 3 9 5 (8)

Br g Kodiac - Cute (Diktat)

Owner: Tony & Bev Culhane

Trainer: Stella Barclay, Garstang

Breeder: Thomas Foy

Colours: RED, large ROYAL BLUE spots.

Form: 060000

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 50/1) 11 days ago

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 62 George Wood

10 EVASIVE POWER (USA) (16) 7 9 4 (4)

B g Elusive Quality (USA) - Casting Director (USA) (Bernardini (USA))

Owner: Mr John Moynihan

Trainer: Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Breeder: Bonne Chance Farm LLC

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE spots, WHITE cap

Form: 400451 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 7-runner handicap at Brighton (7f, heavy, 3/1) 16 days ago. Well on top at the finish there so he’s a player despite a 4lb rise Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 60 Oliver Stammers

11 PRIMROSE MAID (GB) (13) 3 8 6 (1)

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Cat O’ Nine Tails (Motivator)

Owner: Howard Lupton & Christine Dunnett

Trainer: Christine Dunnett, Norwich

Breeder: Aston Mullins Stud

Sponsor: Christine Dunnett Racing

Colours: WHITE, YELLOW braces, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, quartered cap

Form: 034621

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (9/2) at Yarmouth (7f, soft) 13 days ago, driven out. Up 3lb but she ought to be in the shake-up again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 49 Royston Ffrench

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Hood worn by No. 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 8.

The Result

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

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Betting Forecast:

7-2 Concierge (IRE), 6-1 Evasive Power (USA), 15-2 Selby’s Pride (GB), 8-1 Primrose Maid (GB), 17-2 Ray Vonn (IRE), 10-1 Apache Star (IRE), 14-1 Hey Mr (GB), Willingly (GB), 20-1 Ange de L’Amour (GB), 22-1 Dors Toyboy (IRE), 100-1 Bossy Parker (IRE)

Race Summary:

Lots with chances CONCIERGE rates just the pick at these weights on the back of his impressive Brighton victory so edges the vote at the chief expense of Evasive Power, who also comes here fresh from a ready success at the same track A solid case can also be made for Ray Vonn, Dors Toyboy and Primrose Maid in a competitive handicap.

1-2-3:

1.CONCIERGE (IRE) 2.EVASIVE POWER (USA) 3.RAY VONN (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 3.35

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £9099

THE RUABON MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race

Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in the race 14 entries at £40. - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229. (Penalty Value £4805.18)

1 EVE MONEYPENNY (IRE) (48) 5 11 7

Br m Westerner - Fruitful Venture (IRE)

Owner: Shinton Family & Mrs B McCain

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr Darren Collins

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: WHITE, BLACK spots, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 3P-F165 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who made a successful start to life under Rules despite having proved friendless in the betting in maiden hurdle at Punchestown in June. Failed to kick on from that on both subsequent starts and has since switched yards. Can put her hurdling experience to good use Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 119

2 CAUGHT A VIBE (IRE) (255) 5 11 0

B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Aboo Lala (IRE)

Owner: Sue Howell

Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend

Breeder: Richard Cavanagh

Sponsor: NAF

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

Form: P32-

Brian Hughes

TIMEFORM VIEW £40,000 5-y-o, Dylan Thomas mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler Boss Man Fred and fairly useful hurdler Wild Romance, stays 29f Dam point winner Placed last 2 of 3 starts in Irish points, beaten a head last time (Jan 22). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingNick Scholfield

3 DRUMLEE SPUD (IRE) (31) 5 11 0

Br m Malinas (GER) - No Ordinary Love (IRE)

Owner: Mrs G. Morgan

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Aidan Fogarty

Sponsor: Fitzdares

Colours: BEIGE, DARK GREEN hoop and armlets, MAROON cap.

Form: 1-2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in points and produced a promising first effort under Rules when runner-up in a Worcester bumper last month. Likely sort upped in trip for her hurdles debut. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Beau Morgan (5)

4 OMAHA WISH (FR) (177) 5 11 0

B m Night Wish (GER) - Chattleya (FR)

Owner: Mr Stephen Bough

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes

Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE star, ROYAL BLUE and PINK halved sleeves, PINK cap, ROYAL BLUE star. Form: 130-

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a solid start under Rules when third in a bumper at Warwick in February. Proved a let-down 7 weeks on at Fakenham when last seen 6 months ago but has had a wind operation ahead of her hurdling debut. Needs a market check.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingHarry Skelton

5

QUEEN ANTOINETTE (GB) (826)6 11 0

Ch m Champs Elysees - Queen’s Star

Owner: Mrs Claire Bonner

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Lady Gillian Brunton

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE hoops, BLACK sleeves, striped cap. Form: 3/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Champs Elysees mare who offered something to work on when third in a bumper at Worcester (16f, good) back in June 2021. Presumably had her issues to not have been seen since, so she’s probably best watched on hurdles debut.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingTom Bellamy

6 VIVE DE CHARNIE (FR) (594) 6 11 0

B m Zambezi Sun - Hecate (IRE)

Owner: The Eagle Partnership

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Mr Yvan Molliere

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN seams, WHITE cap, DARK GREEN star Form: 42/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a fair level first time out when fourth in a Fontwell bumper in May 2021 and matched that form 10 months later when runner-up at same course Not seen since and makes hurdles bow for a new yard after 19 months off the track.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingDerek Fox

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Hood worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

The Result

2022: APPLE AWAY (IRE) 5 11 0 Derek Fox 11-1 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-4 Eve Moneypenny (IRE), Drumlee Spud (IRE), 13-2 Omaha Wish (FR), 15-2 Vive de Charnie (FR), 10-1 Queen Antoinette (GB), 12-1 Caught A Vibe (IRE)

Race Summary:

Tough to rule out any of the sextet but preference is for EVE MONEYPENNY, who has failed to kick on since making a successful start to life under Rules at Punchestown in June but can put her hurdling experience to good use on first outing for Donald McCain. Drumlee Spud finished runner-up in a Worcester bumper last month and she’s expected to be in the mix now hurdling, with Omaha Wish rounding off the shortlist

1-2-3:

1.EVE MONEYPENNY (IRE) 2.DRUMLEE SPUD (IRE) 3.OMAHA WISH (FR)

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THE HKIR IN DECEMBER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

No Horse Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 SPOOF (GB) (4)

B g Poet’s Voice - Filona (IRE) (Motivator)

Owner: Trisha Keane & Friend

Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark

Breeder: Scuderia Blueberry SRL

Sponsor: Kevin Frost Racing

8 9 9 (3)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE spots, PURPLE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE spots, LIGHT BLUE and PURPLE striped cap

Form: 002102 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 10 runs this year Latest win at Hamilton in August. Good second of 9 in handicap at Haydock (5f, soft, 12/1) 4 days ago, clear of rest.

Not taken lightly Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90 Ben Sanderson (3)

2 HIYA MAITE (GB) (8)

B g Heeraat (IRE) - Misu’s Maite (Misu Bond (IRE))

Owner: Mr S. R. Bowring

Trainer: Roy Bowring, Edwinstowe

Breeder: S. R. Bowring

5 9 6 (4)

Colours: LIGHT GREEN and PURPLE (quartered), LIGHT GREEN sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: 313144 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Beverley in June. 15/2, fourth of 5 in minor event at Beverley (5f, heavy) 8 days ago Might strip fitter for that outing. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/9/2023 it was reported that the horse stumbled leaving the stalls. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87 (-1)

3 SIR TITUS (IRE) (69)

5 9 5 (1)

Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Moss Top (IRE) (Moss Vale (IRE))

Owner: Mr Michael Moses & Mr Terry Moses

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Breeder: Mrs C. Holohan

Sponsor: Calder Sheetmetal Ltd

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE armlets, PURPLE cap, YELLOW star. Form: 500-210 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ayr in June Last of 11 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good to soft, 7/2) 69 days ago. Seemed amiss last time and too soon to write him off STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

4 ABOVE (FR) (25) 6 9 3 (7)

B g Anjaal - Broken Applause (IRE) (Acclamation)

Owner: Mr N Boyden and Mr C Harrold

Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket Breeder: Mr J. Kilpatrick & Mme D. Ades Hazan

Sponsor: AJN Steelstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW

NON-RUNNER

Colours: Form: 035010 D

Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 84

5 ELEGANT ERIN (IRE) (32) 6 9 2 (2)

B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE) (Acclamation)

Owner: R J Bloodstock

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Breeder: Brian Miller

Colours: ORANGE, ROYAL BLUE stars on sleeves.

Form: 052346 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 lengths last of 6 to Kerdos in listed race (22/1) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 32 days ago Mark is unchanged after that creditable showing and she faces a more realistic assignment back in handicap company.

6

Graham Lee

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

DESERT GAMES (IRE) (62) 3 8 13 (8)

B g Kodiac - Stunner (Pivotal)

Owner: NIBRAS RACING

Trainer: Hilal Kobeissi, Newmarket

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW diamond, YELLOW cap

Form: 442224

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1 and blinkered for 1st time, first run since leaving Richard Fahey when respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, soft) 62 days ago, nearest finish. Likeable type who leaves the impression that there’s a bigger effort in him when things fall right.

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Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80

(GB) (21) 4 8 12 (6)

B f Mayson - Jumeirah Star (USA) (Street Boss (USA))

Owner: Mr K. Dasmal, Mr A Rix, Mr R Penney

Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr K. Dasmal & Bottisham Heath Stud

Sponsor: Al Basti Equiworld

Colours: ORANGE, large BLACK spots. Form: 660020 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 14 runs this year. 4/1, below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 21 days ago, going off too hard. Best not judged on latest effort and scored from a higher mark earlier in the campaign.

David Probert

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79 Hayley Turner

Lewis Edmunds

Connor Beasley

8 FANTASY MASTER (GB) (8) 5 8 11 (5)

Ch g Sepoy (AUS) - Dinvar Diva (Dalakhani (IRE))

Owner: The Fantasy Fellowship B

Trainer: Darryll Holland, Newmarket Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd

Colours: RED and WHITE (halved), WHITE sleeves, RED stars, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 261052 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Doncaster in July 8/1, good second of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f, heavy) 8 days ago. Has an excellent record at this track and makes most appeal. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 78 (+2) Tom Marquand

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: FAST RESPONSE 3 9 4 Clifford Lee 7-2 (Karl Burke) 12 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Fantasy Master (GB), 10-3 Spoof (GB), 13-2 Desert Games (IRE), 8-1 Elegant Erin (IRE), 17-2 Angle Land (GB), 9-1 Hiya Maite (GB), 14-1 Sir Titus (IRE)

Race Summary:

FANTASY MASTER tends to save his best for this track and, following a good second over 6f here, he’s worth a chance to go one better. Spoof and Desert Games are also of plenty of interest.

1-2-3: 1.FANTASY MASTER 2.SPOOF 3.DESERT GAMES (IRE)

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Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10406 to the winning horse The second to receive £4784, the third £2392, the fourth £1196, the fifth £598 and the sixth £298. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Tote have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries, 1 at £18 and 18 at £90. - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7950; Second £3974; Third £1988; Fourth £994; Fifth £496; Sixth £248. (Penalty Value £10406)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 ISTHEBAROPEN (GB) (34) 10 12 2

B m Grape Tree Road - Seviot

Owner: P Morris R Watt & P Emmett

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Miss S. M. Thomas

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 213P-34 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last summer and shaped encouragingly on return from lengthy break when third at Stratford. Rare below-par effort last time and remains above last winning mark, so others are preferred.

HHHII Official BHA Rating 122

2 BURBANK (IRE) (160) 11 12 1

B g Yeats (IRE) - Spring Swoon (FR)

Owner: D&Y Simpson,D.Blyth,B.B Syndicate

Trainer: James Moffatt, Cartmel

Breeder: Derrymore House Syndicate

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: RED, BLACK stripe, WHITE and RED hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 5P/PPP1-

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form out of the blue when springing a 33/1 surprise in 26.5f Perth handicap hurdle in April, benefiting from an enterprising ride Remains to be seen whether he’s allowed quite so much rope again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121

3 KING’S THRESHOLD (IRE) (156) 6 11 12

B g Yeats (IRE) - Pearl Buttons

Owner: Sailing to Byzantium

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: William Jenks

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

Colours: PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN disc, sleeves and cap Form: 30/341-4 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form switched to handicaps when winning 12-runner event at Exeter (21.6f, soft) in April. Failed to get home on worsening ground when stepped up to this kind of trip at Kempton on next start but certainly worth another go to test his stamina and is respected.

4

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL (IRE) (28)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Chilly Filly (IRE)

Owner: Ursa Major Racing Ltd

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Dan Gilbert

Sponsor: Adra Projects Ltd

6 11 10

Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars. Form: 12234-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless on Flat since December 2022 and ran just respectably on return to hurdling when sixth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (20.1f, good, 11/2) 28 days ago Needs a couple of these to falter having since left Brian Ellison.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

5

HALIFAX (FR) (16) 6 11 8

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: 216314 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his third success for his current yard in 7-runner C&D handicap early last month and ran creditably when 8 lengths fourth of 8 to Classic Concorde in handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, good to soft) 16 days ago Still requires bit more from this kind of mark.

6

Conor Ring (3)

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114

BALLYCAMUS (IRE) (149) 6 11 7

B g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR)

Owner: Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Thomas James

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW stars, striped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW striped cap

Form: 5P212-P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his career tally when scoring at Newbury (24.2f, soft) in March, seeming to relish the emphasis on stamina back up in trip Beaten only by a progressive rival at Ludlow on next start and possibly found busy spell catching up with him on final outing of the season. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/5/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 113

Sam

Twiston-Davies

Brian Hughes

Charlotte Jones (3)

Tom Bellamy

Jamie Hamilton

7

OLIVERS TRAVELS (IRE) (15) 5 11 6

Ch g Sea Moon - Cognitive (IRE)

Owner: K I T partnership

Trainer: Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Mrs Mary Roche

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK diamonds on sleeves. Form: 2-11312 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in an Irish point before landing a brace of bumpers this summer. Opened hurdles account at the second attempt at Worcester (23f) last month and looked blatantly unsuited by the return to 2m when second at Uttoxeter last time, so should have more to offer now handicapping over further Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112

8 DEE STAR (IRE) (37) 10 11 3

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

Owner: Mr J. M. Tomlinson

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mrs Theresa Abbey

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, MAROON cap

Form: 2-515P2

TIMEFORM VIEW Won veterans’ chase at Cartmel in May and got back on track when second in 8-runner event there towards the end of August, Unraced over hurdles for almost 5 years, though, so looks far from well treated returning to this sphere.

9

MORRICONE (IRE) (19) 6 10 12

B g Shantou (USA) - Dani Theatre (IRE)

Owner: Mr Kieran Stokes

Trainer: Ms Margaret Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: D. Mullins & P. Mullins

Colours: RED, BLACK hoop, RED sleeves, YELLOW armlets, check cap Form: 00S/-021

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed further improvement to run out a comprehensive winner of an 11-runner handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (17.8f, soft, 5/2) 19 days ago Very much appeals as the type to progress again but this markedly longer trip is an unknown.

10 CLASSIC CONCORDE (IRE) (16) 10 10 11

B g Shantou (USA) - Morning Calm

Owner: Mr David Brace

Trainer: David Brace, Bridgend

Breeder: Victor Connolly

Colours: BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap Form: P23211 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a near 3-year losing streak at Worcester in August before following up in straightforward fashion there last month, well served by his quick jumping technique Up a further 5lb but should be in the mix again.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 8, 10.

The Result

2022: GO CHIQUE (FR) 6 11 11 Nico de Boinville 4-1 (Nicky Henderson) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-2 Olivers Travels (IRE), 11-2 Morricone (IRE), Classic Concorde (IRE), 8-1 King’s Threshold (IRE), 10-1 Burbank (IRE), 11-1 Isthebaropen (GB), 12-1 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE), Halifax (FR), Ballycamus (IRE), 18-1 Dee Star (IRE)

Race Summary:

Dual bumper winner OLIVERS TRAVELS ran well despite seeming unsuited by the drop in trip at Uttoxeter last time and Peter Bowen’s gelding looks just the type to do better handicapping over this kind of trip. Irish raider Morricone is most progressive and appeals as particularly interesting taking a marked step up in trip, whilst Classic Concorde is also respected in search of the hat-trick

1-2-3:

1.OLIVERS TRAVELS (IRE) 2.MORRICONE (IRE) 3.CLASSIC CONCORDE (IRE)

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Sean Bowen

Kevin Brogan

Daniel Mullins

Connor Brace

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NOTTINGHAM 4.12

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7000

THE WORLD POOL AT NEWMARKET THIS SATURDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

No Horse

1 YAZAMAN (IRE) (6)

B g Kodiac - Online Alexander (IRE) (Acclamation)

Owner: A Rhodes, M Short & E Twibell

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

Sponsor: A Rhodes Jnr Caravans

Age st lb Draw Jockey

5 9 9 (9)

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE triple diamond, WHITE cap.

Form: 465245 D

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 35 Flat runs 6/1, respectable fifth of 13 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, good to soft) 6 days ago, not knocked about. Cheekpieces back on and he clearly needs everything to fall right. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/9/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 55 (-2)

2 GREY DAZE (IRE) (34)

3 9 9 (6)

B g Havana Grey - Scintillating (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Giselle De Aguiar

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Breeder: M. Phelan

Colours: PURPLE, WHITE hoop, hooped sleeves.

Form: 5004

Graham Lee

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable fourth of 8 in maiden (250/1) at Navan (5.8f, good to soft) 34 days ago First run for yard after leaving Adrian Murray Blinkers on first time for handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 55 David Probert

3 GUSTAV GRAVES (GB) (9)

5 9 9 (7)

B g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Bondesire (Misu Bond (IRE))

Owner: Big Lachie Syndicate

Trainer: Derek Shaw, Sproxton

Breeder: Elwick Stud

Sponsor: Oakley Garden Buildings Ltd

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves.

Form: 644520 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. 11/2, tenth of 11 in handicap at Leicester (5f, good) 9 days ago Needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 55 Jonathan Fisher (5)

4 AREILLE (IRE) (16)

4 9 7 (11)

B f The Last Lion (IRE) - Likewise (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE))

Owner: Private Equineity

Trainer: Jack Jones, Newmarket

Breeder: Lissglen Bloodstock

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE chevrons, diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: 063443 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable third of 7 in handicap (3/1) at Brighton (5.3f, heavy) 16 days ago Isn’t totally straightforward but a player on that run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53

5 RHUBARB (GB) (26)

B m Nayef (USA) - Cockney Fire (Cockney Rebel (IRE))

Owner: Ocean’s Five

Trainer: Richard Price, Hereford

Breeder: G. E. Amey

Sponsor: Tote

6 9 6 (2)

Colours: GREEN, WHITE cross belts, NAVY BLUE sleeves and cap

Form: 530366 D

Dylan Hogan

TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. Sixth of 9 in handicap (11/1) at Haydock (7f, good to firm) 26 days ago Back down in trip and more consistent than some of these STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/9/2023 it was reported that the horse slipped on the first bend. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 52 Tom Marquand

6 THE SPINMEISTER (GB) (22) 3 9 4 (1)

Ch g Bated Breath - Spin Doctor (Mayson)

Owner: Elaine Banks & Sam Lambert

Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: T C Racing

Colours: PINK and YELLOW (quartered), BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, PURPLE cap, YELLOW star

Form: 00-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 80/1 and hooded for first time, third of 4 in minor event at Catterick (6f, soft) 22 days ago, slowly away. Makes handicap debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 50

Connor

Beasley 7 ALI JEWELS (IRE) (15) 3 9 4 (4)

B f Aclaim (IRE) - Passionable (New Approach (IRE))

Owner: Mr T C O’Brien

Trainer: William Jarvis, Newmarket

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud & M. Downey

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Colours: RED, BLACK striped sleeves. Form: 005301 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Well backed and better than ever when winning 8-runner handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good to soft) 15 days ago, making all. Another bold bid looks on the cards. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 50 Kieran O’Neill

8 SMOOCH (IRE) (6) 3 9 4 (10)

Ch f Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Love In The City (IRE) (Dr Devious (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Thompson Mrs Allen Adams & Cranston

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Breeder: Patrick Headon

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons and sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and DARK BLUE hooped cap Form: 0-30054

TIMEFORM VIEW Very good fourth of 13 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, good to soft, 14/1)

6 days ago. Shortlist material eased 3lb given she’s unexposed over 5f. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 50 (+3)

9 TILSWORTH ONY TA (GB) (18) 4 9 4 (8)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Pallas (Statue of Liberty (USA))

Owner: Mr M. Ng

Trainer: J. R. Jenkins, Royston

Breeder: Michael Ng

Sponsor: Tilsworth Stud Farm

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE stripe and armlets.

Form: 322301 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 12-runner handicap (5/1) at Bath (5.7f, good) 18 days ago 3lb rise shouldn’t prevent another bold bid. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 50

10 ENCHANTED NIGHT (GB) (20) 5 9 0 (5)

Ch m Night of Thunder (IRE) - Khaseeb (Dutch Art)

Owner: Howard Lupton & Christine Dunnett

Trainer: Christine Dunnett, Norwich

Breeder: Bumble Bloodstock & Mrs S. Nicholls

Sponsor: Christine Dunnett Racing

Colours: WHITE, YELLOW braces, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, quartered cap.

Form: 523050 D

Jason Hart

Lewis Edmunds

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 38 Flat runs. 11/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 20 days ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 46 Royston Ffrench

11 CAPTAIN CORCORAN (IRE) (10) 6 9 0 (3)

B g Anjaal - Hms Pinafore (IRE) (Singspiel (IRE))

Owner: Matt Watkinson Racing II

Trainer: Stella Barclay, Garstang

Breeder: Elton Lodge Stud

Sponsor: Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW seams, hooped sleeves, quartered cap

Form: 655032 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 8/1, very good second of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good to soft) 10 days ago Can make presence felt. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 45 (+1) George Wood

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 10 Running for the first time since Gelding No 2.

The Result

2022: LUCKY BEGGAR 12 8 9 Graham Lee 66-1 (David C Griffiths) 13 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

11-2 Tilsworth Ony Ta (GB), 13-2 Ali Jewels (IRE), Smooch (IRE), 7-1 Captain Corcoran (IRE), 15-2 Areille (IRE), 9-1 Yazaman (IRE), 12-1 Grey Daze (IRE), 14-1 Gustav Graves (GB), Rhubarb (GB), 28-1 Enchanted Night (GB), 33-1 The Spinmeister (GB)

Race Summary:

On just her second start over 5f, SMOOCH produced a career best when fourth in a deeper handicap than this at Pontefract last week and having been eased 3lb since, she looks ready to open her account. Ali Jewels and Tilsworth Ony Ta are a couple of potential threats.

1-2-3:

1.SMOOCH (IRE) 2.ALI JEWELS (IRE) 3.TILSWORTH ONY TA

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SIXTH RACE 4.35

for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9099

THE NIGHTINGALE HOUSE HOSPICE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £40. - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.18)

1 BOOK OF VERSE (USA) (35) 5 11 4

Ch g Curlin (USA) - Silvester Lady

Owner: Withers Winners

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Mr Aaron Sones

Sponsor: S J D Racing

Colours: WHITE, LIGHT BLUE chevron, halved sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap

Form: 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat maiden, shaped with no promise tried over hurdles after 5 months off at Uttoxeter last time Can’t be fancied.

2 EASTER JUNCTION (IRE) (201) 5 11 4

Ch g Mount Nelson - Easter Day (IRE)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates- Easter Ju

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Simon Walford

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

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

Form: 234-

TIMEFORM VIEW Point runner-up made the frame in 2 bumpers last season, shaping encouragingly when third in a good Musselburgh contest on debut before going off too hard when fourth at Doncaster. Respected hurdles newcomer.

3 FAT HARRY (GB) (-) 6 11 4

B g Multiplex - Linen Line

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: R. F. Broad

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiplex gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Silva Eclipse, and half-brother to modest chaser Catlin. Dam unraced. Others make more appeal.

4

GENTLE VICTOR (GB) (141) 5 11 4

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Onetwobeat

Owner: The Gentle Victor Racing Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Alex Park

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE disc, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets.

Form: 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 50/1, seventh of 11 in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f, good) on NH debut 141 days ago More needed on hurdles debut.

5 SPECIALAGENT MCGEE (IRE) (246) 5 11 4

B g Shirocco (GER) - Monks Charm (IRE)

Owner: Bradley Partnership

Trainer: Nicky Martin, Minehead

Breeder: Liam Norris

Sponsor: Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap

Form: 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at long odds but showed nothing when last of 9 in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft) on debut in January Gelded/had breathing op since.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - James Bowen

6

WORDSWORTH (IRE) (71) 5 11 4

Ch h Galileo (IRE) - Chelsea Rose (IRE)

Owner: Prof Caroline Tisdall

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Barronstown Stud

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

Colours: DARK GREEN, RED cross belts, DARK GREEN and BEIGE striped sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, RED star

Form: 2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart Flat stayer shaped encouragingly on hurdles debut when second of 15 in novice hurdle at Ballinrobe (17f, good). Will take all the beating having since left Josh Halley.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - Jack Tudor

7 BLACK OCC (IRE) (16) 4 11 3

Br g Ocovango - Moonlight Whispers (IRE)

Owner: P Conway, T Lewis & G Wilson

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Edmond Coleman

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED epaulets and armlets.

Form: 24

TIMEFORM VIEW Point runner-up showed aptitude when fourth of 9 in novice hurdle at Worcester (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 16 days ago, just too keen to see race out thoroughly Sound place claims on that effort. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/9/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingSean Houlihan

8

TUNE IN A BOX (IRE) (178) 4

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Belle Fortune (IRE)

Owner: Woolhope Hopefuls

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Victor Connolly

Sponsor: Plusbac

11 3

Colours: ORANGE, PURPLE hoops, PURPLE sleeves, ORANGE stars, ORANGE cap, PURPLE star

Form: 45-

TIMEFORM VIEW Prominent in the betting on both outings but looked badly in need the experience when mid-field in a bumper and ran to just modest level when fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at Plumpton (15.9f, good) on hurdles bow 178 days ago

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingStan Sheppard

9

WISE GUY (FR) (165) 4 11 3

B g Muhtathir - Goldie Jolie (FR)

Owner: Facilities Management Solutions

Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

Sponsor: FacilitiesManagementSolutions(PGS)Ltd,ScienceSupplements

Colours: ORANGE, ROYAL BLUE star, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap

Form: 15-

TIMEFORM VIEW Point bumper winner travelled as well as any when fifth of 9 in bumper (10/3) here (good to firm) on NH debut 165 days ago Should have more to offer now hurdling.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Ciaran Gethings

10 CHANTILLY ROSE (GB) (12) 6 10 11

Gr m Turgeon (USA) - Nicknack (FR)

Owner: Mr Ian Lawrence

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. Futter & Mrs R. Patterson

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes

Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap Form: 3/-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise when third in a Southwell bumper in spring 2022 and shaped as if needing the run after 18-month absence when fourth of 5 in novice hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, heavy) on hurdles bow 12 days ago Interesting to see what market makes of her now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingHarry Skelton

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

The Result

2022: KEEP RUNNING (FR) 4 11 2 Daryl Jacob 2-1 (Harry Whittington) 10 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

8-13 Wordsworth (IRE), 10-1 Easter Junction (IRE), 12-1 Wise Guy (FR), Chantilly Rose (GB), 20-1 Black Occ (IRE), 22-1 Fat Harry (GB), Tune In A Box (IRE), 50-1 Specialagent McGee (IRE), 100-1 Gentle Victor (GB), 150-1 Book of Verse (USA)

Race Summary:

WORDSWORTH would be hard to oppose on the form of his hurdling debut second even without acknowledging the quality he showed on the Flat, so is a strong fancy to get the better of hurdles debutant Easter Junction and Black Occ, who made an encouraging start at Worcester last month.

1-2-3:

1.WORDSWORTH (IRE) 2.EASTER JUNCTION (IRE) 3.BLACK OCC (IRE)

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for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9099

THE NIGHTINGALE HOUSE HOSPICE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £40. - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.18)

No Horse

1 ACT OF AUTHORITY (FR) (216) 5 11 4

B g Authorized (IRE) - Leah Claire (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Mr Franck A. McNulty

Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, checked sleeves and cap Form: 1/22-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole start in Points and finished runner-up in both bumper outings earlier this year Holds strong claims on hurdles debut.

2

EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY (IRE) (126) 5 11 4

B g Getaway (GER) - Get In There (IRE)

Owner: The Cheshire Partnership

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Liam Jordan & John Fitzhenry

Sponsor: Swansway, Adele Carr Recruitment Limited

Colours: PURPLE, ROYAL BLUE star, hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, PURPLE star Form: PP5U-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted himself well when second of 4 in bumper at Warwick (16f, good) on NH debut in May and needs monitoring in market on hurdles bow. Hooded for first time

3

FANDABIDOZI (IRE) (34) 5 11 4

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Cranky Spanky (IRE)

Owner: Mr Gwyn Evans

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Angelo Robiati

Colours: RED and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves.

Form: 243324

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest stayer on the Flat who has been running to a similar level consistently over hurdles, latest when fourth of 8 in Stratford novice (18.7f, soft) 34 days ago Should give another good account.

4

HHHII Official BHA Rating 102

IRON D’EX (FR) (323) 5 11 4

Gr g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Soiree d’Ex (FR)

Owner: Mr Graham Wilson

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: RED, WHITE stars, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE star

Form: 3320-

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 purchase after finishing third in an Irish point in spring of last year Below par when last seen at Hereford 11 months ago but had shaped with promise when placed in 2 hurdles over this C&D previously and warrants respect on return to action.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 101

5 MAHLER MOON (IRE) (178) 5 11 4

B g Mahler - Celestial Spirit (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs Gordon Pink

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Miss Lillian Barry

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes

Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE cross belts, YELLOW sleeves, PINK armlets, DARK BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap Form: 5055-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than on hurdles bow when creditable fifth of 10 in novice (28/1) at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) in April and had a wind operation since. However, appears to be yard’s second string judged on jockey bookings.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingTristan Durrell

6 MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) (247) 5 11 4

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Numero Huit (IRE)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Noel O’Brien

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap Form: 2/303-

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in a couple of starts over hurdles last winter but had made the frame both starts in bumpers previously and has since joined Dan Skelton. Worth a second look in the market.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Harry

Sean Houlihan

(5)

Skelton

7

DINO BELLAGIO (GB) (172) 4 11 3

B g Doyen (IRE) - Savingforvegas (IRE)

Owner: Nick Brown Racing

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Olney Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: BLACK, RED sash, WHITE sleeves and cap

Form: 1010- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Found company too hot at Aintree in April but had won 2 of his 3 starts in bumpers prior to that and looks a big player on hurdles debut here.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Brian Hughes

8

DON MARIONE (IRE) (160) 4 11 3

B g My Dream Boat (IRE) - Russian Memories (FR)

Owner: Ms C. M. Miller

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, PURPLE stars, EMERALD GREEN cap, PURPLE star.

Form: 4-

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and showed plenty of ability when fourth of 17 in bumper at Warwick (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 160 days ago Another interesting hurdling recruit. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Richie McLernon

9

SHIROCCOSMAGICBABY (IRE) (241) 6 10 11

Br m Shirocco (GER) - Black Magic Baby (IRE)

Owner: Ms S. Howell and Partner 1

Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend

Breeder: Martin Murphy

Sponsor: NAF

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

Form: P34/12-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who offered plenty to work on when second of 11 in novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) on NH debut 8 months ago. Would likely appreciate a stiffer test of stamina, though. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingNick

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.

The Result

2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2022: (See Div 1)

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Dino Bellagio (GB), 9-2 Act of Authority (FR), 7-1 Major Fortune (IRE), 8-1 Fandabidozi (IRE), 9-1 Iron d’Ex (FR), 10-1 Don Marione (IRE), 12-1 Exclusive Getaway (IRE), Shiroccosmagicbaby (IRE), 14-1 Mahler Moon (IRE)

Race Summary:

Winning pointer ACT OF AUTHORITY ran with plenty of promise in both his bumpers and is taken to make a successful switch to hurdling Dino Bellagio also makes plenty of appeal on his first start over timber, whilst Iron D’ex acquitted himself well here last autumn and is not taken lightly

1-2-3:

1.ACT OF AUTHORITY (FR) 2.DINO BELLAGIO 3.IRON D’EX (FR)

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THE HALLOWEEN 31ST OCTOBER OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

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 maiden four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the Best Turned Out Horse in the race 19 entries at £30 - Closed September 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1

Horse

CANNOCK PARK (GB) (192) 5 11 2

B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Van Mildert (IRE)

Owner: Thomas & Robson

Trainer: Paul Robson, Hawick

Breeder: T. C. Dawson

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PINK stars, diamonds on sleeves. Form: 12-

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole outing in point bumpers and good second from the front (headed inside final furlong) in Catterick bumper 6 months ago Respected. Star

2 HOPE HILL (IRE) (141) 5 11 2

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Lightning Breeze (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Patrick Keating

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap

Form: 6

- Craig Nichol

TIMEFORM VIEW £2,500 3-y-o, Sageburg gelding. Half-brother to high-class hurdler/ chaser Yorkhill. Offered something to work on in Newcastle bumper in May. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Ross Chapman

3 WEXFORD PARK (IRE) (164) 5 11 2

B g Gamut (IRE) - Corrib Princess (IRE)

Owner: Mr Simon Boucher

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: E. Hogan & P. Murphy

Sponsor: Far Logistics Ltd

Colours: RED, BLACK braces, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED stars.

Form: 33-

TIMEFORM VIEW £36,000 buy after finished placed on both starts in Irish points this spring. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Kevin Brogan

4

BADLANDS BOY (IRE) (-) 4 11 1

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Peace And The City (FR)

Owner: Mr Jon Glews

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Con O’Keeffe

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: RED, YELLOW braces, WHITE sleeves and cap

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW €16,000 3-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Dam, maiden on Flat in France, half-sister to high-class hurdler/fairly useful chase winner (2m-19f winner) Peace And Co 1 of 2 interesting runners for Donald McCain. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Theo Gillard

5 DON MARIONE (IRE) (160) 4 11 1

MARIONE

B g My Dream Boat (IRE) - Russian Memories (FR)

Owner: Ms C. M. Miller

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

VIEW

NON-RUNNER

Colours: Form: 4-

6 KING OF ANSWERS (IRE) (144) 4 11 1

Br g Malinas (GER) - Queen of Questions (IRE)

Owner: Claymore Racing - King of Answers

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Denis Hoban

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Claymore Racing Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars.

Form: 62

TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 purchase, runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (May 13). Yard cleaned up at Perth last week and he’s one to note. Star RatingHHHII

7

PANHANDLE SLIM (IRE) (150) 4 11 1

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Ned’s Joy (IRE)

Owner: Martin Cap & Darrell Williams

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr D. Laverty & Mr A. Kingham

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and RED (quartered), WHITE and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BEIGE cap, BLACK star Form: 6

TIMEFORM VIEW €15,000 buy from the family of Many Clouds. Last of 6 finishers sole start in points (May 7). 1 of 2 runners for Donald McCain. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Brian Hughes

8

PROFESSOR HIGGINS (IRE) (25) 4 11 1

B g Milan - Windsor Higgins (IRE)

Owner: Mr Graham William Briscoe

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: John Bowes & Steven Ryder

Sponsor: Briscoe’s Dairy Ltd

Colours: BLACK and YELLOW diabolo, quartered cap Form: 32

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning chaser and fair form in 2 bumpers (trained by Nicky Henderson on debut). Not without a chance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Sean Bowen

9 RIDGE HILL (GB) (43) 4 11 1

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Galatee (FR)

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XVIII & Partner

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Cracking Flat pedigree and made a decent start in Worcester bumper 6 weeks ago, lacking a change of gear at a crucial stage Will need a bit more here but entitled to improve Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Nick Scholfield

10 RONSTER MONSTER (GB) (-) 4 11 1

B g Peace Envoy (FR) - Valjarv (IRE)

Owner: Mr John Christopher Drake

Trainer: Ella Pickard, Minehead

Breeder: Killashee House Limited

Colours: WHITE and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves, LIGHT BLUE and WHITE check cap

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Peace Envoy gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including winner around 1 1/4m Destiny of Dreams.

11

MACMOLLY (GB) (-) 4 10 8

B f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Flutter Bye (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Siobhan McAuley

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mill House Stud

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Colours: WHITE, large EMERALD GREEN spots, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW £27,000 3-y-o, Black Sam Bellamy filly Closely related to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Pique Rock and fair hurdler Blue Beach. Stable does well in this sphere and she makes plenty of appeal on paper.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Running for the first time since Gelding No 4, 10

The Result

Richie McLernon

2022: AJP KINGDOM (IRE) 5 11 4 Connor Brace 13-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Cannock Park (GB), 9-2 Macmolly (GB), 6-1 Ridge Hill (GB), 8-1 King of Answers (IRE), 17-2 Professor Higgins (IRE), 9-1 Panhandle Slim (IRE), 14-1 Badlands Boy (IRE), 16-1 Wexford Park (IRE), 28-1 Ronster Monster (GB), 66-1 Hope Hill (IRE)

Race Summary:

CANNOCK PARK ran well on his first go in this sphere at Catterick when last seen in March and gets the vote. Newcomer Macmolly is interesting, as is King of Answers.

PLAY SMARTER

1-2-3: 1.CANNOCK PARK 2.MACMOLLY 3.KING OF ANSWERS (IRE)

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